Retreat Magazine Issue #21

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CONTENTS ISSUE 21
HEALTH & BEAUTY

14 BATH BOMBS
Transform your bathtub into a spa
with these luxurious products
16 NAILED IT!
New and unique nail colours for a
fresh look
18 WORLDLY SCENTS
Fragrances inspired by your favourite
travel destinations
20 TRAVEL WONDERS
Beauty products that will beat
the heat
22 MANE ATTRACTION
The A-B-C’s of perfect vacation hair
24, READY, SET, GLOW!

Perfect your complexion with the best
skincare routines for your skin type
28 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

Common skincare mistakes and how
to fix them
STYLE
32 EYE CANDY
The latest jewellery trends to fall in
love with
38 HUE’S THAT GIRL

The hottest hue’s straight off the
runway
44 THE ULTIMATE VACATION

STYLE GUIDE
What to wear at these top destinations
52 THE GREAT ESCAPE

The great outdoors is having a
moment in fashion
64 ENDLESS SUMMER
The must-have swimwear trends of
the season
82 FLOW
Fashion turns up the heat at the beach
92 HEAT WAVE
Page 69
This season’s sizzling beachwear
Page 114
TRAVEL HOME IN EVERY ISSUE

102 PRIVATE ISLAND ESCAPES 189 LET’S GO TO THE BEACH! 9 EDITOR’S NOTE
Serenity and seclusion for a Wine recommendations that will
memorable holiday getaway transport you to the coast 10 PHOTOGRAPHER’S NOTE
140 THE NEW LUXURY 192 HOME UPGRADES 12 CONTRIBUTORS

Australia’s most sought after Design ideas inspired by world-
addresses class hotels 197 SHOPPING DIRECTORY
158 SUITE SPOTS 202 LAST LOOK

Lavish hotels offering over-the-top
luxury
171 HAUTE HOTELS

The most anticipated luxe hotels
openings in 2021
EDITOR’S NOTE WELCOME TO ISSUE 21!
Editor’s Picks
SEAFOLLY, Shady Lady
Collapsible Fedora, $40
EDITORIAL
Editor-in-Chief
STELLA MCCARTNEY, Molly Martin
JO MALONE, Grapefruit Aviator-style metal and
Cologne, $204 tortoiseshell acetate Assistant to the Editor
LA MER, Renewal sunglasses, $289 Holly Moser
Oil, $350
Contributors
Aaron Royce
ART & PHOTO

Art Director
Kimberly Randall
VERSACE,
ORIBE, Royal Blowout BOBBI BROWN, Luxe Jacquard-trimmed
Heat Styling Spray, $69 MARKETING
Lip Colour, $56 swimsuit, $350
Director of Public Relations
Matt Dillon
ZIMMERMANN, Lulu Social Media
belted ruffled printed Melina Fedele
cotton mini dress, $595
Digital Content Editor
Paula Ellis
JIMMY CHOO, Maelie 70 Publishing, Licensing,
leather sandals, $830 & Syndication
James Stone
SISLEY PARIS, Phyto-Touche BOTTEGA VENETA, The Shell
Illusion D’ete, $125 leather shoulder bag, $3,370 Partnership Manager
ANITA KO, 18-karat gold Avery Grace
diamond ring, $6,127
ADVERTISING
Travel in a Different Fashion! Brand Executive
Megan Quillen
For this issue, we dive enthusiastically into a joyful celebration or travel and style. Whatever your
plans, we have inspiration on what to pack and what to wear on your next vacation, and for those Account Manager
of us still dreaming of travel again, we have the best ways to incorporate our favourite travel trends Susie Hogan
at home to bring some added cheer. From the most luxurious escapes in Australia to a round-up of Sales Manager
suites with over-the-top luxury and new hotels opening, we are optimistic that at the very least, this Tony Clemenger
issue will keep you inspired. If you’ve ever dreamt of living the castaway life, especially after 2020,
we’ve rounded up the most exclusive private islands that are bound to impress. ON THE COVER
Isabelle Mathers
Let our fashion pages inspire you to dress for your favourite destination until you can book the ticket.
For this issue, we have travelled from the beaches of Queensland to the sands in Malibu to bring you Photographed by
the trends to try and pieces to buy now. We also have skincare and beauty tips that will keep you Lauren Schulz
glowing and youthful as though you just returned from a retreat. Our motto: Fake it until you make it! Styled by
Sarah Birchley
While most of us continue to navigate the constantly changing landscape which has become our new
Hair & Makeup by
norm, one thing is for sure, we can not wait to walk down the aisle again; that is the aeroplane aisle! Shannon JJ Williams
Enjoy! Assistants
Max Bell
Brie Conomos
Molly
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COVER PHOTOGRAPHER
Lauren Schulz
Less editing and retouching, more
direction and personality, more diversity
and more storytelling. I’ve learned to
stand up for my worth and speak up
when I’m not into something.
ARE THERE ANY PARTICULAR IMAGES

YOU’VE CAPTURED THAT ARE
ESPECIALLY MEANINGFUL OR ANY
FAVOURITE SHOOTS YOU’VE DONE?
Known for her memorable and evocative Some of the shots from this cover shoot
images, Lauren Schulz harmonises with Isabelle are my favourite! We got
ambient lighting with enchanting so lucky with the light and the team
composition and natural beauty to was a dream to work with, I loved also
convey the right message for each capturing her in a way I haven’t seen
client. Interplaying mood and movement many do yet. I don’t have a fave image
through her artistic lens, Lauren brings though, I never will, I get way too excited
to each shoot a level of enthusiasm and about each shoot!
charm that results in technically exquisite,
WHAT CHALLENGES DO YOU FACE
timeless images. She has a keen eye
CAPTURING THE SHOTS YOU WANT
for selecting the right talent for each
TO CAPTURE?
shoot, highlighting focal attributes with
signature care and finesse. She finds To be honest, the only challenge I ever
the soul and personality of each setting, feel is when a client wants to make
presenting visuals of honest, authentic something work that I know won’t work.
and natural beauty. But I’ve been lucky enough that most
trust me when I say IT’S NOT GOING TO
She adores travelling, pushing
WORK.
boundaries and comfort zones and
meeting all of the different people this WHAT GEAR DO YOU USE?
world has to offer.
Canon MKIV with a few different lenses
WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY? WHAT DO and mostly Photoshop! Also, my Pelican
YOU LOVE TO PHOTOGRAPH? case to fly with!
I get told a lot that I’m good at capturing WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR YOUR
natural beauty and the “right moment”. PHOTOGRAPHY CAREER IN THE NEXT
I love capturing in between shots that YEAR, 5 YEARS, LONG TERM?
are usually when the model is trying the
least and I LOVE capturing people RAW, I My goals are always changing. I’d love to
hate seeing all these models get makeup be living in a different state and working
caked on for shoots, it makes me cringe with more international brands. Crossing
and they so rarely get to shoot in more my fingers that travel is a real thing soon
of a raw form. It’s so nice watching and I can shoot some new faces!
their reaction when they see images of
themselves looking like THEMSELVES. WHAT INSPIRED THIS ISSUE’S COVER
I love capturing in between shots SHOOT WITH ISABELLE MATHERS?
that are usually when the HOW LONG HAS IT BEEN SINCE
YOU FIRST STARTED TAKING I think after 9 months of lockdown
PHOTOGRAPHY SERIOUSLY – WHAT my brain just took me to everything I
model is trying the least. couldn’t do. I wanted it to be a weekend
HAS THAT PROGRESSION BEEN LIKE?
away themed shoot. Super chilled vibes,
I’m on my 3rd year full time, and I went by the water. Blue water and soft sand is
from 0-100 real quick. When I was something I craved when I couldn’t get
I LOVE capturing people RAW!! working full time in childcare I’d shoot it! And who would shoot a place like this
on the weekend and edit on lunch better than the one and only Isabelle
breaks until it got to a point I was Mathers? Eyes you get lost in and the
burnt out. If you’d asked me that face of an angel. I couldn’t be happier
without giving me access to my old with how this shoot worked out!! The
Follow Lauren on Instagram: work I’d say not too much, but WOW! whole team worked well together and I
@LAURENSCHULZVISUALS The progression has PROGRESSED. had so much fun!
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Con
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tors
Aaron Royce Melina Fedele
Editorial Assistant
Social Media Assistant
Which beach or island are you

Kimberly Randall dreaming of jetting off to in 2021?
What beach or island are you
Art Director dreaming of jetting off to in 2021?
Off the top of my head, St. Barts, Turks
I’m dreaming of jetting off to Turks &
& Caicos, or Cyprus! But especially
Where beach or island are you Caicos island. I’ve never been there so
Turks & Caicos—I’ve been dreaming of
dreaming of jetting off to in 2021? its definitely on my bucket list! It looks
diving near its’ coral reefs, or simply
so beautiful.
The Maldives: No shoes and no news! tanning on the white sand beaches!
I can’t wait! What will you be packing?
What will you be packing?
What will you be packing? I would pack my vlog equipment,
Swim trunks that can go from the
makeup, trendy outfits, bikini’s,
Plenty of swimwear and SPF, lots of beach to the bar! Of course, I’ll also
everything I need for a perfect
versatile dresses that can be dressed need sandals that I can easily slip
vacation.
up or down, a good book and of on and off (I’ve had my eye on J.W.
course my camera. Anderson’s chain link-embellished
pairs for a while), a slightly oversized
sweatshirt to wear during brisk
weather, and several pairs of
sunglasses. Beauty-wise, I’ll pack a
citrus-scented cologne and plenty of
products with SPF.
Holly Moser
Editorial Assistant
Matt Dillon What beach or island are you

dreaming of jetting off to in 2021?
Director of Public Relations
I have been dreaming of the shores of
Scotland for some time now. That has
Where beach or island are you
escalated recently since I discovered
dreaming of jetting off to in 2021?
Filbert Kung 30% of my heritage comes from there!
I’ve just relocated to Miami, Florida Photographer I’m looking forward to the architecture,
and The Bahamas is a quick hour flight the history, and the soothing sounds of
from me so definitely expect to see me the ocean breeze.
Where beach or island are you
there in 2021 at some point.
dreaming of jetting off to in 2021? What will you be packing?
Palawan in the Philippines was voted Film! I enjoy taking vintage pictures
Very little as I when I get the chance to the best island in the world! with my mother’s SLR Canon camera
take a trip I want to detach. The only she had fun with as a teenager.
accessory I need will be my dog, Mama Memories moving through the
and maybe a cool set of shades. Sunscreen and my camera. generations.
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Bath
BOMB
Take bathing to a whole new level with a kaleidoscopic
of colours and intoxicating scents.
ECZEMA HONEY OATMEAL BATH BOMB
Whether you’re looking to energize and rejuvenate or simply soothe the day
away, Eczema Honey Oatmeal Bath Bomb is an easy way to get these bath
benefits in one drop. These are about twice as large compared to normal bath
bombs for long-lasting benefits. Pure Food-Grade Sodium Bicarbonate and
Citric Acid creates a protective barrier and lightly exfoliates the skin. Cocoa
Butter Provides deep moisture that reconditions soft skin as it delights with a
rich, warm vanilla and chocolate scent. Colloidal Oatmeal is infused for gentle
comfort. Witch Hazel Deep cleansing while restoring suppleness.
$9, eczemahoneyco.com
DONUT BATH BOMBS FROM COUNTRY BATHHOUSE

New from Country Bathhouse, the spring collection of bath bombs are
made with the same non-staining organic colouring and all hypoallergenic
ingredients as their Bubble Rubbles, but with more fizz and fewer bubbles.
Fruit Loops smells like fruit cereal with a distinct note of citrus. Fades to a
cotton candy finish. Place gently into warm bath water to create the best bath
time experience.
$10, countrybathhouse.com
RAINWOOD BUTTER BOMB BY SOAPCREEK COMPANY

Induce yourself to a spa-like relaxation with every soak using the Rainwood
Butter Bomb by SoapCreek Company. Taking a bath has clinically proven
health benefits such as breathing easier, reducing the levels of stress and
anxiety in the body, and improving your mood. Adding bath bombs, oils, or
salts to your bath exposure is a great way to ensure hydration of the body in all
aspects, even moisturize your skin and hair.
$10, soapcreek.com
BLEU LAVANDE LAVENDER-EUCALYPTUS

EFFERVESCENT BATH BOMB
Create a spa-like experience at home with Bleu Lavande Lavender-Eucalyptus
Effervescent Bath Bombs. Enriched with true lavender, eucalyptus and cananga
essential oils these sparkly bath bombs are perfect for all ages and contain
100% natural ingredients. All Bleu Lavande products have natural origin
ingredients, contain no sulphates, parabens, artificial fragrances or dyes, and
are certified cruelty-free. Based out of Quebec, Canada, their commitment
to wellness, purity, and authenticity sets them apart from other brands. With
the Bleu Lavande collection, you’re guaranteed a pure, high-quality lavender
essential oil in each of their products.
$4, bleulavande.com
MY MOMMY WISDOM - CONGESTION BOMBS

My Mommy Wisdom has self-care products for both Mommy and their littles,
curating healing products that are safe for newborns and pregnant women by
using just 2-5 all-natural ingredients. Their Congestion Bombs come in handy
when your little one is feeling a little icky. The Bombs help with stuffy noses,
congestion, relaxation and sore muscles. Bonus! They’re good for Mama, too!
$20 for 3, mymommywisdom.com
SOAP & GLORY - FIZZ-A-BALL BATH BOMBS

For the days you need some R+R (make it every day) these fizzy bath bombs
make baths a whole lot moment.
$7, mecca.com.au
LUSH – INTERGALACTIC BATH BOMB

Soak among the stars with this galactic bath bomb. Unleash a galaxy of refreshing
peppermint oil, cobalt blue clouds and shimmering stardust in your bath.
$10, au.lush.com
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NAILED IT! TA K E Y O U R N A I L G A M E T O A W H O L E N E W L E V E L
This season, opt for a shade less ordinary for a

fresh colour update that’s a real headliner.
MECCA MAX, Hot
Tips Nail Polish, $8,
mecca.com.au
OPI Mexico City Collection

Suzi’s Slinging Mezcal $20,
amazon.com.au
OPI Infinite Shine

Green Shades $23,
amazon.com.au
OPI Infinite Shine

Green Shades $14,
amazon.com.au
Essie Nail Polish

Naughty Nautical $13,
amazon.com.au
Essie Nail Polish

Go Overboard $14,
amazon.com.au
Essie Nail Polish

Salt Water Happy $15,
amazon.com.au
Essie Nail Polish

Colour Play Date $13,
amazon.com.au
JINsoon, Nail
Lacquer, $28,
mecca.com.au
Essie Nail Gel Couture

Stitch Stitch $17,
amazon.com.au
OPI Nail Polish,

It’s A Girl! $20,
amazon.com.au
OPI Nail Polish,

Pink Shades $20,
amazon.com.au
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F R A G R A N C E S I N S P I R E D B Y FA V O U R I T E T R A V E L D E S T I N AT I O N S .
Written by Aaron Royce
Whether you’re reminiscing about travelling to the calm countryside, remote mountains,
or a bustling city—there will always be a scent that takes you back to that special
destination. Let these luxe scent capture and inspire your wanderlust.
MARRAKESH
Belmond El Encanto M O RO CCO
Santa Barbara
Set in lavish Moroccan-style villas amid palm tree-shaded gardens, the
luxe Amanjena resort is A secluded and peaceful paradise set on 15 acres
of lush greenery away from the hustle and bustle of the medina. Moorish
heritage is reflected throughout the pisé-walled resort, including the guest
pavilions that radiate out from an ancient bassin, echoing the style of a
sultan’s palace. If you want to experience the hustle and bustle of the Red
City, take a trip to the Medina—the city’s original citadel—that’s surrounded
by cobblestoned lanes, souks and ornate mosaics.
Get inspired:
AMAN, “Zuac” eau de parfum (50 ml), $286
BELLAGIO
I TALY
There’s nothing like the dazzling blue waters of Lake Como and
the Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como offers five-star lakefront
splendour on its sunlit shores. Coupled with its serene setting,
nestled between luxuriant botanical park and lake, the resort
represents a seductive blend of Italian style, oriental charm and
natural beauty.
Get inspired:
Get inspired: KILIAN, Moonlight in Heaven perfume (50 ml), $295
SANTA BARBARA
CA L I F O R N I A, U S A
Take in the views of the “American Mandarin Oriental,
Lago di Como
Riviera” from El Encanto, A
Belmond Hotel. Set amid lush hills
overlooking the Pacific, Belmond El
Encanto is among the most iconic
Santa Barbara resorts.
Get inspired:
TOM FORD BEAUTY, “Bitter Peach”
eau de parfum (50 ml), $350
POKHARA
N E PAL
In Nepal, the remote
Rupakot Resort sits atop a hill
overlooking luscious green
valleys and mountains. Take
a moment to enjoy nature
while wandering through
its nearby hiking trails, or
practice your breathing in a
calming on-site yoga class.
Get inspired:
MINENSSEY, “Mine” natural
perfume oil, $55
Four Seasons Hampshire
HAMPSHIRE
E N G L AN D, U K
Set in a restored, 18th-century manor
on 500 acres of picturesque grounds
outside of London, Four Seasons Hotel
Hampshire seamlessly blends legacy and
heritage with 21st-century modernity.
Get inspired:
JO MALONE, “Scarlet Poppy”
cologne (100 ml), $195
COPENHAGEN
D E N M ARK
In the naval town of
Copenhagen, the Hotel Skt.
Annæ is the epitome of relaxed
Danish aesthetics. Roam
through the nearby Nyhaven
neighbourhood’s landmarks
GRENADA like the Rosenborg Castle or
Tivoli Gardens, or simply enjoy
S PAI N an evening with a cocktail at the
Spain is overflowing with passion—you can feel it in the air! hotel’s welcoming Club bar.
The country’s rich culture can truly be felt when staying Get inspired:
in the Hospes Palacio de Los Patos, an exquisite hotel FREDERIC MALLE, “Music For A
in the heart of Granada. After you’ve unpacked, visit the While” Eau de parfum (50 ml),
historical Royal Chapel or grab a bite from one of the city’s $230
Mediterranean restaurants, like Bodegas Castañeda.
Get inspired:
JO MALONE, “Pomegranate Noir” cologne (100 ml), $142
HEALTH & BEAUTY
travel
WONDERS
Pulling an all-dayer? Make sure your look lasts
from the pool to sunset cocktails with these
products that promise to work well under the
scorching sun without a touch-up!
BY TERRY, Stylo LASHFOOD, BrowFood
EYES Blackstar - Copper

Crush, $61
EYEKO LONDON, Sport

Velvet 3D Brow Glide -
Dark Blonde, $35
Waterproof Mascara, $37
MARC JACOBS BEAUTY,

Highliner Matte Gel Eye
Crayon - Deja Blue, $36
MARC JACOBS BEAUTY,

Highliner Glam Glitter
Gel Eye Crayon, $37 LANCOME, Grandiose
JANE IREDALE, Beyond
Matte, Lip Fixation Lip Waterproof Mascara, $58
Stain, $66
LASHES
LIPS CHANTECAILLE,
Waterproof Brow
Definer, $55
BROWS
CHARLOTTE TILBURY,
BITE BEAUTY, Matte Lip Cheat Lip Liner -
LANC‚ME, Sourcils
Cräme Lip Crayon, $37 Love Trap, $24
Waterproof Eyebrow
Gel-Cream, $52
ESTêE LAUDER, Double

Wear Waterproof All Day
Extreme Wear, $40
TARTE, Amazonian Clay
Waterproof 12-Hour
Concealer, $35
SKIN TARTE, Amazonian

Clay Matte Waterproof
Bronzer, $35
URBAN DECAY, All

JANE IREDALE, Glow Nighter Waterproof
Time Full Coverage Setting Powder, $55
Mineral BB Cream, $79
URBAN DECAY, All Nighter

Waterproof Full-Coverage
Concealer, $46
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mane
ATTRACTION Three easy tricks to perfecting vacation hair. It’s as easy and A-B-C!
VERSACE
AIR DRY
Yes, you can change up your style
without using hot tools. The trick?
Add mousse. For natural-looking
waves, comb hair, add mousse
and put hair into two loose, low
pigtail braids while air drying.
Take it out when hair is about 90%
ORIBE, Grandiose Hair dry to give it a natural finish. Flip
Plumping Mousse, $57
the part for more volume and add
a little texturizing mist to finish.
BACKCOMBING
Looking for an easy way to get a
lot of body? Backcombing has
been a trick used for centuries
to help amp up the volume. Wash
with a volumizing shampoo and
gently comb damp hair back
towards the scalp to the root
in one motion. When you’ve
achieved your desired shape,
HAIR RITUEL BY
smooth out the top section and
SISLEY, Revitalizing
finish with hairspray. Volumizing Shampoo
with Camellia Oil, $95
CENTRE PART
Do you typically pull your hair
back? An easy way to freshen
up your look is to create a
super sleek centre part. Use a
smoothing creme at the crown to
make the part pop!
EVO, Lockdown 150ml,

RRP$45, selected
salons nationwide
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
READY
SET
GLOW! THE BEST SKINCARE ROUTINES
FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE
Our skin is one of the most important things for

us to take care of—especially in stressful times.
Aside from the importance of personal upkeep,
a proper skincare routine maintains health as
well as appearances. As we gear up to hopefully
re-enter the public and social scenes this year,
there are numerous skin types and issues that
we need to properly recover for to feel and look
like our best selves. Fortunately, we’ve rounded
up the most common challenges and the best
products to combat them. Whether you’re
struggling with oily, dry or wrinkle-prone skin,
there’s a routine and unique ingredients that
will solve your skin dilemmas in no time!
Oily skin
An abundance of facial oil requires treatments
that will dry your skin, minimize your pores and
replace that oily sheen with a hydrated glow. Look
for oil-absorbing masks with ingredients like clay or
honey, as well as soothing serums and moisturizers.
LA MER,
oil-absorbing
tonic, $95
CLARINS,
“Pore Control”
serum, $57
CIRCUMFERENCE,
green clay mask,
$65
VERSO, “Super Eye”

serum, $80
SUMMER FRIDAYS,
gel cream
moisturizer, $42
Breakouts dry skin
We all struggle with acne, zits and blackhead Dry skin is one of the easiest skin problems to
breakouts—but they’re easier to fix than you mend, and for good reason—it’s usually caused
might think! A foam cleanser and exfoliating by weather or bathing habits, and all comes
pads will remove excessive dead cells and even back to hydration! Drenching your skin with a
out your skin’s texture. Anti-inflammatory masks soft liquid cleanser and daily mist will keep you
with components like turmeric or matcha, plus feeling refreshed. Masks, toners and moisturizers
a smooth moisturizer, will make your breakouts containing hyaluronic acid and minimal fragrances
quickly break away. will also quench your skin’s thirst ASAP, leaving you
feeling replenished and ready to take on the day.
MESOESTETIC,
purifying mousse,
$51
CHANTECAILLE,
cleansing milk,
$55
KORA ORGANICS,
turmeric mask,
$70
EPARA,
hydrating
mist, $56
KYPRIS BEAUTY,
soothing recovery
NEOGEN, “Bio
mask, $210
Peel” pads
(lemon), $30
JANE IREDALE,
INDIE LEE, hyaluronic
squalane facial serum, $52
oil, $34
LANCER, “Nourish”
CHARLOTTE TILBURY,
moisturizer, $125
“Charlotte’s Magic Cream”
moisturizer, $100
sun damage wrinkles
Damage from the sun is important to target Wrinkled or sagging skin catches up to us at
as quickly as possible. Reduce dark spots with one point or another, and can even happen
gentle cleansers and toners, and incorporate as prematurely! To prevent or tackle the issue head-
many Vitamin C products as possible to hydrate on, apply oils or serums with retinol or botanical
your skin and increase antioxidant production. extracts. Products with roses will further increase
A brightening mask, applied before a healthy collagen production, and a multi-action crème will
amount of SPF moisturizer, will also soothe your ensure your skin becomes tighter and smoother.
skin and protect from UV rays.
VOTARY, chia
KATE SOMERVILLE, and parsley seed
soothing cleanser, cleansing oil, $78
$38
UMA OILS,
aloe rose
GROWN ALCHEMIST, toner, $75
balancing toner, $34
MEDIK8,
“Crystal Retinal”
serum, $53
COSMEDIX,
bamboo
brightening
mask, $54
FOREO,
collagen mask
(6 pack), $20
DR. BARBARA
STURM, Vitamin C
serum, $145
ASPECT SUN, “CC

SPF 50+” cream,
$59
ESTĒE LAUDER,
“Cell Power”
crème, $87
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On the
BRIGHT SIDE
DR. KATE JAMESON,
DIRECTOR AT
YOUTH LAB,
AUSTRALIA'S
LEADING MEDICAL
AESTHETICS CLINIC,
TELLS US THE
COMMON SKINCARE
MISTAKES AND
HOW TO FIX THEM!
The beauty industry is obsessed with

skincare and consumers are becoming
more educated when it comes to
what products to use and how to treat
common skin concerns. However,
not all of the information available to
us is accurate (especially online) and
can lead to us damaging our skin and
causing more harm than good.
Seeking a professional’s advice when
it comes to your skin, whether that
just be slowing down the signs of
ageing or treating skin concerns
such as acne, sensitivity, rosacea or
pigmentation, will assist in guiding
you to make more informed choices
when it comes to how to treat your
skin at home and what not to do.
We are all guilty of skipping steps
and taking shortcuts with our home
skincare. Here are some common
mistakes many of my clients make
at home which, when corrected, can
help to improve your skin and deliver
a healthy glow.
1) Not using SPF every 2) Wearing makeup to 3) Not using the correct
single day bed and not cleansing products for your skin
The best anti-ageing and correctly Choosing the correct products
preventative skincare product is a for your skin can be a minefield.
It is safe to say I have made this
broad spectrum SPF. This is non- Especially with all of the clever
mistake on many occasions, after a
negotiable for me and must be used marketing online and on social
long day it is easy to skip this step
daily, regardless of your skin type or media. I am a firm believer that we
and just go to bed without removing
time of the year. UVA and UVB rays need to see through the “smokes
your makeup. However, correctly
cause DNA damage and will not only and mirrors” of Instagram and
cleansing and applying appropriate
accelerate the skin’s ageing process question every product and the
skincare at night is one of the easiest
(goodbye collagen and elastin) by “miracle” results it may promise. Not
ways to improve skin health and
mutating DNA, exposure will also every product is created equal and
combat the ageing process.
increase the risk of skin cancers as unfortunately not every product is
well as causing cosmetic concerns Firstly, sleeping with makeup suitable for every skin type.
such as pigmentation, sunspots and is a guaranteed way to cause
Seeing a professional such as your
redness. skin congestion, breakouts and
cosmetic doctor or dermatologist,
inflammation, creating a breeding
Daily SPF needs to be implemented dermal therapist or GP is often
ground for bacteria. Any residual
as part of your morning routine and the first step to correctly assess
makeup left on in the morning will
preferably reapplied during the day your skin, establish your goals and
also be more difficult to remove,
(especially in summer or when you concerns and make some basic
further clogging your pores and
have extra sun exposure). Even inciden- recommendations. At least to set
leading to blackheads and a buildup
tal UV exposure such as through a car you up on a simple routine and offer
of dead skin cells and debris from the
window is sufficient to cause enough guidance on key ingredients to look
day before.
damage without SPF use. out for.
Secondly, cleansing at night time
A common misconception is that For example, many people suffering
has the benefit of cleaning the day
foundation with an SPF factor of 15+ from acne and inflammation are also
away and preparing your skin for the
for example is enough protection. suffering from severely dehydrated
application of your amazing active
It is not. This is a nice extra add on skin which results in a further
ingredients which will then work their
to apply AFTER your sunscreen has overproduction of sebum and oils to
magic overnight. It is a win-win.
been applied. combat it. Avoiding moisturisers and
A double cleanse at night (that is emollients to prevent breakouts is
There are so many types of both
using two separate cleansers) will doing more harm than good. Another
chemical and physical sunscreens
work to firstly remove your make-up (I common mistake is that many people
available now, formulated to suit ALL
love using a cleansing oil for this step with sensitive skins with impaired
skin types, even for oily skin’s who
such as Cosmedix Purity Solution) barrier function think their skin is just
may not have tolerated the thick and
with the second cleanse being more dry but at the same time are using
greasy formulations of the past. My
of a treatment cleanse, working strong active (often prescribed)
favourite mineral sunscreen (which
to gently exfoliate and clean, and ingredients which are further
contains titanium dioxide and zinc
prepare the skin for your serums. A stripping away the skin’s protective
oxide) is Mesoestetic Mesoprotech
full double cleanse only takes 2 to 3 barrier.
Mineral Matt Anti-ageing Fluid which
minutes so what are you waiting for?
is amazing for those suffering from Some strong active ingredients
hormonal pigmentation, and my like Vitamin A and AHA’s, when
absolute go-to for daily use due to its prescribed correctly can transform
broad-spectrum SPF 50+ protection the skin, but can also cause more
and moisturising properties (meaning harm than good when not used
I can skip my morning moisturiser) is properly. Don’t self prescribe
Ultraceuticals Ultimate UV Protective and follow the advice of a trusted
Daily Moisturiser SPF 50+. professional, slowly introduce new
products and don’t just follow the
latest skincare trend.
Mesoestetic,
Mesoprotech Mineral
Matte Anti-aging
“Not every product
Fluid, $89
is created equal and
unfortunately not every
COSMEDIX, Purity
Solution Nourishing Deep product is suitable for
Cleansing Oil, $60
every skin type.”
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4) Not applying your 5) Over exfoliating “When you are applying
products correctly It is tempting to exfoliate your skin
Who knew skincare could be so
every day as it often feels smooth and your skincare or having
soft afterwards and can temporarily
complicated? It doesn’t need to be
assist those with dry and flaky skin. a treatment done in a
and often simplifying your routine
Exfoliating certainly has its place
and applying products in the correct
but in moderation. The frequency of
order is a simple change that does
exfoliation does depend on skin type clinic, why stop at your
wonders.
and concern but I certainly recommend
Firstly, look at the active ingredients NOT exfoliating every day. jawline? Your neck
you are using. If you are combining
Many physical exfoliants are rough
ingredients such as AHA’s, retinol,
and textured and work to scratch the and decolletage often
vitamin C all in a single product or
skin, leaving tiny microscopic cuts and
at the same time then it may be a
good idea to scale back a little bit,
tears. Yes, they remove excess skin get just as much sun
but in doing so they also disturb the
especially if your skin is sensitised
skin’s healthy protective barrier. Over and environmental
and not improving. Overuse of active
time and with ongoing use the skin
ingredients and combining incorrect
will be stripped back instead of gently
ingredients will cause further barrier
exfoliated. Micro cuts expose the skin exposure.”
repair. Again, asking the advice of a
to infection and make it vulnerable
professional in the correct application
to irritation. The protective barrier
of your products is important.
function is also impaired meaning the 6) Forgetting about your
Applying products in the wrong order natural oil balance is disturbed and
is also common. Your expensive the skin can become dry. neck and decolletage
and active vitamin A serum will not This is a cardinal sin of skincare.
There are plenty of alternatives to
be able to work its wonders and Treating the neck, decolletage and
harsher exfoliants, but please do not
be delivered deep into your skin if hands is exceptionally important and
buy a pharmacy brand product. A
you apply it over your moisturizer at once the damage is done it is very
favourite of mine is the gentle Purity
night time. I often advise my clients difficult to repair.
Detox Scrub from Cosmedix. This is
to start with the lightest products
a full-body scrub that contains gentle
first, working up to your moisturizer. We look after our face and invest
physical exfoliators such as poppy,
For example - cleanse, eye serum, in expensive products, but we
jojoba and date seeds for a soft
treatment serum (such as vitamin C should not neglect our neck and
and natural exfoliation of dead skin
or vitamin A), hyaluronic acid serum decolletage. When you are applying
cells and debris. It also contains the
and finishing with a moisturiser. If your skincare or having a treatment
powerful chemical exfoliant Salicylic
your skin is sensitive or you’ve been done in a clinic, why stop at your
acid which dissolves the debris in
overusing products and need to jawline? Your neck and decolletage
pores giving an intense clarifying
“reset” your skin the best advice is often get just as much sun and
treatment. This product is very gentle
“less is more”. Start with a gentle environmental exposure, plus the skin
and works to both cleanse and polish
cleanser and apply a restorative in these areas is much thinner and will
the skin leaving a smoother texture
Niacinamide or Hyaluronic acid prematurely lose elasticity resulting in
and allowing for your active serums
serum to restore barrier function textural changes, sagginess and sun
to be absorbed following.
and hydrate the skin. My absolute damage if left untreated.
favourite is PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Try it on your knees, elbows and
Extend the love to all of those sun-
Boosting Serum. heels and mix with water for a more
exposed areas (don’t forget your
aggressive scrub. But remember, just
hands too). I often advise clients to
once or twice a week!
mix their products with a moisturiser
to extend their use if they’re not
wanting to use a lot of their expensive
PCA Skin, serums on these larger areas.
Hyaluronic Simplifying your regime for the neck
Acid Boosting COSMEDIX, Purity and the decolletage is much better
Serum, $199 Detox Scrub, $74 than nothing though, even just an
Mesoestetic,
Collagen 360ß SPF in the morning with retinol and
Essence, $139 moisturizer in the evening will do
wonders and prevent the need for
expensive laser or even surgical
treatments eventually.
Prevention is of course better
than cure so keeping these areas
protected from the sun is especially
important, whether that be with
covered clothing or even those fancy
leather driving gloves.
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CANDY Written by Aaron Royce
Our obsession with jewellery has reached an all-time high. After all, when dressing up
to go out is no longer an option and waist-up dressing is the new normal, what stands
out more than jewellery? It instantly dresses up any ensemble, is extremely personal and
(literally) close to our hearts — and let’s not forget that sparkle! This season’s best pieces
ranged from timeless to uber-trendy, appealing to a variety of aesthetics. Whether you’re
more casual bohemian or classically feminine, all of the latest jewellery trends cover
necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings you’re sure to love and wear forever.
ROXANNE ASSOULINE,
crystal necklace, $250
OSCAR DE LA RENTA,
gold statement
necklace, $750
BOTTEGA VENETA, gold

ring pendant necklace,
$550
POPPY FINCH, pearl

bolo necklace, $590
JIA JIA, aquamarine

necklace, $590
ANISSA KERMICHE, pearl

collar necklace, $285
NECKLACES
ISABEL MARANT, crystal This season, necklaces have proven they’re
pendant necklace, $275 the ultimate way to dress up any outfit. Slip on
delicate pearl or crystal strands for a classic look,
or eclectic pendant necklaces for a personalized
touch. To make a major statement — whether
you’re at a socially-distant office or in your living
room — try pairing an oversized chain or strings
of colourful beads with your next OOTD.
PACO RABANNE, gold link

necklace, $490
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JENNIFER FISHER, hoop
earrings, $750
EARRINGS
Earrings are an easy way to add instant
BEA BONGIASCA, gold,
glamour to any ensemble. If you’re feeling like
enamel and crystal rock
you want to wear something with extra sparkle earrings, $980
— but don’t want to plan an entire outfit
around it — earrings are the best jewellery
piece for you. Whether they’re embellished
with pearls, gemstones or even seashells,
this season’s selection will lift your spirits and
leave you feeling a little more dramatic.
OF RARE ORIGIN, gold

vermeil pearl earrings,
$1,380
STONE AND STRAND,

sapphire hoop earrings,
$200
ALIGHIERI, pearl and gold

earrings, $285 COMPLETEDWORKS,
pearl earrings, $415
GUCCI, pearl and crystal

clip earrings, $1,750
SOPHIE BUHAI, pearl and

onyx earrings, $575
BALENCIAGA, silver-tone
bangle, $450
LAURA LOMBARDI, gold

link bracelet, $190
TIMELESS PEARLY, pearl

and gold link bracelet,
$375 TBALANCE CRYSTALS,
citrine and enamel bracelet
set, $125
PEARL OCTOPUSS.Y, crystal

and pearl cuff, $300 PERSEE, diamond eye
bracelet, $595
BRACELETS
Bracelets can make or break an outfit — so
it’s fitting that spring’s span numerous
styles that work for anyone. If you’re feeling
bold, slip on a single cuff that’s crumpled,
woven with leather or coated in crystals. If
SAINT LAURENT, leather and simple styles are more your speed, there are
gold bracelet, $595 plenty with smooth pearls, playful beads or
eclectic charms that can be stacked or worn
separately for a personal touch.
LOREN STEWART, gold and

pearl bracelet, $360
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RINGS
Rings are one of the most personal pieces that we
wear every day, whether single or stacked. For spring,
simple silhouettes are accented with a range of
embellishments, from delicate diamonds to a twisted
band. Eye-catching details abound as well, like signet
statements, multi-band styles and bold jewels.
MATEO, gold and diamond

ring, $950
MIZUKI, gold
OCTAVIA ELIZABETH, gold diamond ring, $795
and emerald ring, $376
SPINELLI KILCOLLIN,
ring set, $700
YVONNE LEON PARIS,

mother-of-pearl signet
ring, $790
SARAH & SEBASTIAN, gold

pearl ring, $295
WWAKE, sapphire and

diamond ring, $365
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Hue’s
THAT
GIRL?
Shades rule right now, and

they can be subtle or dramatic.
The choice is yours!
This spring, every colour of the
rainbow has taken runways by
storm — and we’ve narrowed
down the best ones you should
know now. From brilliant greens
to crisp creams, these hues will
work for any wardrobe. Whether
in relaxed shapes or striking
statement pieces, all of these
colours’ subdued tones make
them easy to incorporate into
your closet. And even if it’s just
for you, there are surefire ways
to accessorize or make them
part of your beauty routine that
you’ll love for seasons to come.
MISSONI
Pair with a creamy eyeshadow (after
JANE IREDALE, Pure Gloss
infusing your favourite serum) for a
‘Pink Candy’ lip gloss, $26
sweet glow!
HELMUT LANG, tulle

turtleneck top, $345
A light pink hue
will instantly CHARLOTTE TILBURY,
upgrade your Jewel Pot ‘Pillow Talk’
wardrobe. cream eyeshadow, $35
Pair satins
with delicate
diamonds and
rose gold for a
ladylike look! ALTUZARRA, wool-
blend blazer, $1,895
PALE ROSE
FLEUR DU MAL, silk-

satin midi dress, $445
SUZANNE KALAN, 18-karat

rose gold diamond
necklace, $800
SELIM MOUZANNAR, 18-karat

rose gold, morganite and
TORY BURCH, satin-
trimmed midi skirt, $500
Paired with darker tones, this

colour creates an enchanting
contrast effect.
DERMAFLASH, Pore
extractor and serum
infuser, $99
SERENA UZIYEL,
embellished satin
clutch, $775
MANOLO BLAHNIK,
embellished satin
pumps, $995
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TATA HARPER,
cleanser, $34
EMILIA WICKSTEAD,
cold-shoulder wool
A newly cleansed mini dress, $1,300
face will leave you

feeling refreshed and
ready for the day! CAMI NYC, lace-trimmed
ANDREA FOHRMAN,
18-karat gold and
camisole, $160
malachite earrings,
DEEP JADE
$2,300
MATEO, 18-karat gold and

malachite necklace, $375
VICTORIA, VICTORIA
BECKHAM, twill
fla ed pants, $395
VILTIER, NET SUSTAIN
18-karat gold, malachite and
SILKE LONDON, silk

hair wrap, $65
Bold green
ROYAL FERN, Phytoactive
Illuminating Ampoules, $195 tones will bring
you plenty of
allure this spring.
Wear them with
malachite accents
for a glamorous
monochrome
effect.
Slip on some green twill

trousers for a vibrant
VALEXTRA, small
outfit focal piece.
leather tote, $1,395
GIANVITO ROSSI,
suede pumps, $675
NEOGEN, green tea

pads, $30
MELISSA JOY
MANNING, Accentuate your natural shine
14-karat gold
If you’re looking for the

hoop earrings,
$150
— or hold your hair back for
season’s ultimate colour
for cozy looks, look no skincare — with a chic clip.
further. Accentuated by
sleek gold accessories, BALMAIN PARIS
cream pieces in soft HAIR COUTURE,
textures and loose acetate hair clip,
silhouettes are the $73
THEORY, draped silk-
definition of luxury.
blend blouse, $385
OFF WHITE
LAURA LOMBARDI, NET
SUSTAIN gold-plated
KING & TUCKFIELD, wool- necklace, $155
twill jumpsuit, $775
STONE AND STRAND,

gold ring, $290
THE ROW, pleated LOREN STEWART, 10-karat

crepe wide-leg gold bracelet, $195
pants, $1,250
NARS, ‘Albatross’ L’OBJET, ‘Oh Mon Dieu

highlighting blush, $30 No. 69’ candle, $95
S. JOON, large leather
shoulder bag, $735
Slip-on slides look relaxed and chic, AEYDE, leather slides,

$205
whether you’re at home or out.
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KOSAS, ‘Waterfall’
eyeshadow, $28
ICE BLUE This spring, pale

blue hues are
the new black.
Accentuate
them with silver
SURRATT BEAUTY, ‘Je Ne
Sais Quoi’ lip gloss, $32
and crystals for LOEWE, embroidered cotton-

an undeniably terry sweatshirt, $690
cool look.
Dazzle with an array of

GOLDSIGN, high-rise
straight-leg jeans, $325
stunning crystals.
ISABEL MARANT,
silver-tone crystal
choker, $315
JASON WU, cotton-blend SAINT LAURENT, silver-tone

mini shirt dress, $525 crystal bracelet, $395
A rejuvenating mask is
sure to leave you feeling BALENCIAGA, leather
mini wallet, $350
pampered and powerful. ONE OCEAN BEAUTY,
blue algae mask, $78
GUCCI, mini quilted leather
shoulder bag, $950
BOTTEGA VENETA, quilted

leather mules, $1,650
After curling your lashes,
swipe on a glittering liner for HOURGLASS,
eyelash
curler, $30
a magnetizing look.
LIPSTICK QUEEN,
‘Shooting Star’ lip RUE MARISCAL, NET SUSTAIN ALIGHIERI,
gloss, $22 crochet shirt, $605 gold-plated
earrings, $280
MARC JACOBS,
‘Gold Getter’ liquid
gel eyeliner, $27
TIMELESS PEARLY,
DARK GOLD
gold-tone
necklace, $495
Chunky chain details

will always leave you
feeling luxe.
DRIES VAN NOTEN,

wide-leg pants, $660
PACO RABANNE, gold-

tone bracelet, $405
TOVE, gathered cotton-

poplin midi dress, $520
Deep yellow tones are

all you need this season
to upgrade any outfit.
Wear relaxed shapes
with striking geometric
DENIMIST, cotton-twill accessories for a true
shirt, $245 Midas touch.
JIMMY CHOO, Maelie 70

leather sandals, $830
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The Ultimate
VACATION
Style Guide
There’s nothing like packing for your favourite destination. Whether

you’re craving the hustle of New York City or the relaxation of
the Caribbean, you can channel your favourite holiday into your
wardrobe today. If you’re homebound, ‘fake it until you make it’,
and if you’re vacation bound, we just packed your suitcase!
Brisbane, Australia
Australia has over 10,000 beaches and

8,000 islands—so naturally, it’s one of the
most escapist places on the planet! This
Hilton Brisbane continent is relaxed and diverse, famed
for its multiculturalism and free-spirited
attitude. The Hilton Brisbane is a must-see,
whether you’re staying for a long trip or
simply enjoying a swim in the rooftop
The outfit pool. While you’re there, there’s plenty to
experience: you could tour the mystical
Lamington National Park, hop on the
ZIMMERMANN, belted linen- Koala and River Cruise for a memorable
voile mini dress, $695 journey to the oldest and largest Koala
Sanctuary in the world, and experience
picturesque museums at the Cultural
Precinct. There’s nothing as effortless as
the Great Down Under—and that goes for
style as well! Don some breezy dresses
with your most comfy walking sandals for
a relaxed boho vibe.
The shoes
GUCCI, leather sandals, $980
ISABEL MARANT, gold-

tone necklace, $160
The accessory
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New York, USA
NYC is the ultimate home of casual-wear.

Sneakers and jeans are practically a daily
uniform! The Four Seasons is the obvious
Four Seasons New York choice for your New York stay—especially
in the city that never sleeps! The Big
Apple is always packed with activities to
do any day, at all hours. We recommend
going to the Museum of Modern Art,
The outfit then strolling for a shopping day in
SoHo before going to the top of the
Empire State Building for an enchanting,
STAND STUDIO, double-breasted leather blazer, $720 panoramic view.
AGOLDE, distressed straight-leg jeans, $200
The shoes
JENNIFER FISHER, GOLDEN GOOSE,
silver-plated hoop distressed leather and
earrings, $150 suede sneakers, $495
The accessory
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Mexico is one of the world’s most

colourful and vibrant places, and Puerto
Vallarta is no different. After enjoying a
Hotel Mousai dip in the Hotel Mousai’s endless infinity
pools, slip into a cute but casual look,
like a light, printed top and slightly raised
platforms, for a day in a tropical paradise.
Puerto Vallarta is known for its merging of
cosmopolitan attitude with a rich heritage.
Many activities combine the two as well;
The outfit we advise enjoying a morning basking
at the Malecon Boardwalk and strolling
through the lush Vallarta Botanical
MARNI, floral-print blouse, $550
Gardens, before heading to a waterside
MATTEAU NET SUSTAIN, Tiered cotton lunch in the Marina Vallarta.
and silk-blend maxi skirt, $550
The shoes
SYDNEY EVAN, gold,
diamond and larimar CARINA, canvas wedge
bracelet, $585 espadrilles, $135
The accessory
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Umhlanga, South Africa
Africa is one of the most majestic

continents ever, which is instantly evident
from its famed Oyster Box hotel in
Oyster Box Pool Umhlanga, South Africa. This luxe resort
town is filled with things to do, like renting
an electronic bicycle to ride down the
coastline. Take in some culture from the
The outfit handmade crafts and exotic foods at the

Wonder Market Umhlanga, and be sure
to check out a nature reserve like the
MISSONI, crochet-knit Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve to spot
mini dress, $1,085 some wildlife. Of course, to beat the heat
and show respect towards the culture,
aim for pieces that are light, textured and
colourful—like a mini dress and easy-to-
slip-off slides.
ROXANNE ASSOULIN, enamel and

gold-tone bracelet set, $150
The shoes
The accessory ALAÏA, laser-cut leather
slides, $890
Singapore
Singapore is constantly ahead of its time

in terms of tech, food and fashion. Travel
is no different, which we’ve seen firsthand
The Outpost Hotel Sentosa at luxe stays like the Outpost Hotel in
Singapore’s island of Sentosa. The sunny
destination contains multitudes of luxe
experiences, like traversing Palawan
The outfit Beach and viewing the city’s full expanse

atop the Tiger Sky Tower. We especially
love visiting Singapore’s Gardens by the
SELF-PORTRAIT, crystal- Bay, which light up at night as if you’re in
embellished knit sweater, $475 another world. Be sure to experiment with
LE 17 SEPTEMBRE, ribbed your sense of style with fun, street style-
straight-leg pants, $335 influenced pieces.
The shoes
PIPPA SMALL, gold quartz AMINA MUADDI, crystal-
earrings, $1,430 embellished PVC pumps, $1,030
The accessory
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London, England
England is known for its simultaneous

upholding of tradition and rebel spirit—
which you’ll find in droves in London.
The Rosewood London, Manor House Suite The city’s Rosewood London is one of
the capital’s finest hotels—an idyllic urban
sanctuary where the hum of the city slips
away, replaced by an atmosphere of
The outfit quiet sophistication and unsurpassed

luxury. During the day, touring the London
ANDERSSON BELL, Oratory is an excellent way to learn more
pleated twill and knit about the UK’s past and architecture,
midi dress, $510 and for all of you fashionistas, slip into
Harrod’s! Dressing the part in an eclectic
(but artistic) outfit helps—especially if
you want to play with textures and mixed
materials.
The shoes
BOTTEGA VENETA, silver
necklace, $3,800
STELLA MCCARTNEY, vegetarian
leather platform boots, $725
The accessory
Grenada, Caribbean
The Caribbean is the one true tropical

destination that we’re always dreaming of,
and for good reason! Flanked everywhere
Silversands Grenada by towering palms and breathtaking island
views, we’re constantly in a state of bliss
when we visit this region—especially the
island of Grenada. The island’s bold culture
can be felt from the oasis of the Silversands
Grenada hotel, though we prefer to
The outfit experience it up close. Fort George
contains an abundance of historical
structures, perfect for an afternoon walk.
SEA, cotton-poplin top, $275 And if you want to learn more about
ISABEL MARANT, tiered floral mini skirt, $275 Grenadian culture, visit the River Antoine
Rum Distillery or the Grand Anse Craft and
Spice Market for an exciting afternoon
filled with heritage and fun.
The shoes
CHLOÉ, acetate THE ROW, leather and
sunglasses, $315 suede flip flops, $790
The accessory
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STYLE
The Great
ESCAPE
PHOTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN SCHULZ
Model: Isabelle Mathers

Stylist: Sarah Birchley
Hair: Shannon JJ Wiliams
Assistants: Max Bell & Brie Conomos
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TRAVEL
P R I V A T E
Island
Escapes
Offering serenity and seclusion, these luxury
isles offer the best of the best for a relaxing and
memorable once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Cuvee Royal Island
BAHAMAS
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smoothies, tasting menus, the fresh catch, and a make-your-own
Located off the coast of the island of Eleuthera sits Cuvée’s sushi night are a few of our favorites. The Beachfront Restaurant
Royal Island, a 430-acre private enclave that accommodates up and Driftwood Bar are a gorgeous place to come together each
to 18 guests for fully customizable and exclusive island rentals. evening, with contemporary beach-inspired design. Gourmet
Frequented by celebrities and prolific families alike, Royal snacks and swanky cocktails are always available, too.
Island’s visitor book includes Kevin Hart and family as well as
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multiple generations of the Manning family.
Experience the luxurious Beach Club and Spa, a fitness and
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yoga center, and a staff to cater to every thinkable service. Daily
Privacy, personalized luxury, and island adventure are the massages top their list. Other beach club amenities: a game
hallmarks of Royal Island and rentals start at $14,000 per center, ping pong table, board games and movies.
night for up to 12 people. Available for buyout experiences
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only, every booking includes luxe accommodations in the
island’s five beachfront bungalows and spa suites, as well as Also included are endless water activities in the form of
personalized menu and beverage planning and your own snorkeling off a local shipwreck, private sandbar lunches, jet
private chef, dedicated on-island concierge and service staff. skis, paddleboards, hobie cat sailing, swimming with pigs,
movie nights under the stars and more. From hot air balloon
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rides high above the Rockies to authentic Hawaiian hula-
The private chef (included) is undoubtedly a Royal Island dancing, their experience-makers seek out the most unique
highlight. You’ll create your curated menu pre-arrival. Wellness opportunities in the world to make your dreams come true.
Bawah Reserve
INDONESIA
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Bawah Reserve offers a sensational island experience in Perched high up into the landscape of Bawah Island and
Indonesia’s remote Anambas archipelago. With an earth-first surrounded by tropical rainforest, Tree Tops restaurant
philosophy from its inception, the Reserve’s 36 sustainably offers breathtaking views of the lagoon, stunning bamboo
made suites combine reigned island elegance with barefoot architecture and an impressive lighting installation
luxury simplicity. representing a bloom of jellyfish.
Stay Spa
For a romantic getaway or dream honeymoon, upgrade to Offering revitalizing treatments and practices to ease away
a beautiful Overwater Bungalow. Exclusively accessed by workday stress and enhance both physical and mental
ironwood walkways, our 11 Overwater Bungalows (105 sqm) wellbeing. Indulge in a variety of tropical spa experiences,
are blessed with splendid vistas over the lagoon and outer ranging from sea salt scrubs and locally sourced Ayurvedic oil
islands, with six suites catching the sunrise in the east, and five massages, Pilates, and sunrise qigong on the beach. All are
perfect for a sunset in the west. designed to relax, invigorate, and rejuvenate both the body
and the mind. From traditional to local body treatments, facial
Sliding doors open into an air-conditioned interior adorned
cleanses and detox programs, and relaxing and rejuvenating
with aqua-hued seascapes and jungle murals. Steps lead
spa rituals.
from a private veranda and open-air sundeck straight into
the tropical waters below. Perfect for enjoying your very own Play
spectacular sunset with a cocktail from your own bar or a
There are 3 lagoons, 6 islands, 13 beaches and 300 hectares
personalised gourmet dining experience.
of untouched forest – all can be used as a private playground.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
MALDIVES
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Situated within the Baa Atoll in a UNESCO Biosphere
Reserve teeming with rich marine life, discover an idyllic
Indian Ocean retreat at Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas.
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Nestled amongst lush vegetation, 80 spacious private
pool sanctuaries and cool open spaces culminate in the
ultimate tranquil paradise of Anantara Kihavah – your
own sanctuary within a sanctuary. Poised either over the
water with sweeping ocean views or nestled along a
pristine stretch of private beach, each hideaway boasts
large infinity-edge pools, dining pavilions, expansive
wooden sundecks and ample lounging areas complete
with swinging daybeds, hammocks and sun loungers. All
villas feature his and hers walk-in wardrobes, rain showers,
outdoor showers and over-sized bathtubs big enough for
two, whilst sunken glass-bottom bathtubs in the overwater
villas and residences offer a mesmerizing view of the
crystal-clear ocean, both below and beyond the adjacent
infinity-edge pool. To further enhance the experience, all
villas and residences are serviced by a personal Villa Host
24 hours a day.
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Whether on land amongst or underwater in their famed
undersea restaurant, enjoy a diverse culinary journey
with six restaurants and bars, each offering a distinctive
setting, menu and ambiance that divulges a different
view of paradise.
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Rejuvenate at the Anantara Spa which offers a range of
treatments including traditional Asian therapies, modern
medical aesthetic, detox or immunity-bolstering treatments
by Cocoon Medi-spa and ancient ayurvedic wellness.
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Discover the wide array of land-based activities for
fitness fanatics, foodies and lovers of all things cultural.
Recreation and leisure facilities include a tennis court,
bicycles, a fitness centre with premium Technogym
equipment, boutique, gift shop and art classes. Movie
buffs are transported back in time to enjoy classic movies
under the stars on a big outdoor screen. Those 12 years
and under can spend time at the ‘Thiththi Boli Kids
Club’ with complimentary daily supervised programs to
explore the island, fun arts and crafts activities, indoor and
outdoor sports where the kids are also introduced to new
activities inspired by local culture and the ocean.
Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort
MOZAMBIQUE
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Savour the tastes of island life at an exotic Mozambique
Medjumbe Island is a mere one kilometre long and 300 restaurant, away from it all. World flavours, local specialties
metres wide featuring 12 luxurious beach pool villas. Lush and fresh seafood are served alongside extraordinary ocean
vegetation frames the softest of white powdery sands, lapped views.
gently by the azure waves of the Indian Ocean.
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The Mozambique spa at Anantara brings healing to an island
Showcasing incredible tropical nature, the resort has a paradise. Indulge in couples’ spa journeys and treatments
distinctive African-island identity with customized furniture, inspired by indigenous ingredients. Enjoy a massage
textiles and accessories, including traditional wax printed overlooking the ocean and relax afterwards in a plunge pool.
capulana fabrics that were scoured from local markets. A
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boutique collection of beach pool villas open onto a pure-
white shoreline. The elegant rusticity of thatching, stone and Medjumbe Island’s tropical landscape and azure waters provide
wood is matched by understated luxury. Charming interiors some of the world’s most spectacular and undiscovered scuba
feature colourful patterns depicting vibrant local culture, and diving opportunities. For those preferring a less structured
aqua shades reflect the ocean. respite in this African island paradise, days can
Island Secas
PA N A M A
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Combining exceptional marine wildlife, wild fauna and flora
and a little-touched, Jurassic Park-style setting, the Pacific
Coast of Panama is one of Central America’s best kept
treasures. Far lesser-trodden than the Caribbean side of the
country, Islas Secas – a privately-owned archipelago of 14
beautiful islands in the Gulf of Chiriquí – is an inspired eco-
destination befitting the most intrepid traveller seeking the
utmost in privacy and exclusivity.
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Set totally off the grid 33 nautical miles from the nearest
town, Islas Secas is home to seven individually-designed
Casita and Tented Casita sites sleeping up to just 24 people,
making it the perfect setting for intimate gatherings of
adventurous families and groups of friends. Each Casita is
nestled within tropical gardens with astounding views, giving
guests privacy and intimacy at all times of the day and night.
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The Terraza is the perfect, relaxed, open-air setting for one
to enjoy locally sourced dishes prepared with Panamanian
flare. Whether it’s crispy fried whole snapper, seared
octopus or ceviche, our menu offers delicious dishes with a
distinct local flavor. Menus change daily using the freshest
ingredients, the catch-of-the-day and just-picked produce.
Sunset barbecues, beach picnics and room service in the
Casitas can also be arranged upon request.
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With treatments fusing ancient traditions and the latest
innovations, The Spa at Islas Secas is both relaxing and
reviving, offering a varied selection of holistic treatments
and classes, including yoga and breath work. Natural,
eco-conscious products are inspired by the tropical
surroundings.
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The resort is an idyllic base from which to undertake
thrilling marine safaris and immersive natural experiences
by land and sea: snorkelling and diving amidst the
aquatic wonders of the Gulf; exploring the biodiversity
of Coiba National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site;
and swimming, paddle boarding and ‘e-foiling’ the
archipelago’s fish-storied waters. For the cash-rich, time-
poor traveller, there is also a short landing strip on one
of the islands where HNW travellers can land their own
helicopter or small private plane, allowing for faster and
easier access from mainland Panama. Islas Secas has a
raw beauty and natural energy that makes the islands the
perfect luxury experiential holiday.
Isla Palenque
PA N A M A
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Isla Palenque was home to an ancient, pre-Columbian
community. The island’s beauty and mystery made it a sacred Menus are designed to encourage the sampling of local foods.
site for the holiest of ceremonies. Indigenous tribes called it Changing with the seasons, their dining menus are an integral
“Palenque”, meaning sanctuary. Hundreds of years later, the part of experiencing the island. Every appetizer, entree and
island continued to exist as a secluded preserve for rare primary cocktail they’ll serve you is imbued with Panama and its culinary
forest and hundreds of species of plants, flowers, animals, and traditions, the international flavour influences that have travelled
birds. Today, the luxury island resort is a sanctuary for curious to the isthmus, and produce from their very own organic farm.
travellers who seek a true, tropical island of natural beauty.
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Offering Relaxing or Deep Tissue Massages with the option to
Offering all who visit a true sense of seclusion, a choice of seven add rejuvenating facial treatments, spa treatments take place
private beaches, and an air of far-flung adventure through its in the privacy of your room, or in the open-air, where you’ll
wide selection of inclusive island activities, guests can expect connect with the ebb and flow of Panama’s Pacific ocean.
to enjoy the tropical island experience of a lifetime and a
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destination for both relaxing and exploring. And with just
eight barefoot luxury Beachfront Casitas a mere 50ft from the Isla Palenque Resort is surrounded by the Chiriqui National
waterline and a 6-bed Beachfront Villa Estate, discovering the Marine Park — and this means dozens of untouched islands.
island’s 400 acres of wonder-inspiring nature and its rich history Set sail into open waters for the chance to explore the Gulf of
is the privilege of a fortunate few. Chiriqui’s stunning islets on an island-hopping adventure.
COMO Parrot Cay
TURKS & CAICOS
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restaurant serves light Caribbean-inspired dishes during
Positioned on one of the Caribbean’s finest private islands, the day and contemporary Asian at night, while the Terrace
what once was a deserted isle is now a shimmering wellness restaurant specialises in modern Mediterranean.
haven home to COMO Parrot Cay in Turks & Caicos. The luxury
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oasis promises to offer a truly exclusive getaway, prioritizing
privacy with a vast array of accommodation, from the spacious Discover the calming spirit of the Turks and Caicos spa resort
ocean-facing rooms to lavish beach villas and some of the at COMO Shambhala Retreat where they offer holistic, Asian-
region’s prime private estates owned by the likes of Donna inspired treatments including Ayurveda, aromatherapy, Pilates
Karren and Keith Richards, each with their unique design and and other holistic approaches to mental quietude, physical
amenities, that lend themselves to physical distancing. wellbeing, and spiritual balance. Facilities, which are open to
16-year-olds and upwards, include a sweeping yoga room
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aired by natural breezes, nine treatment rooms, an outdoor
COMO Parrot Cay’s range of rooms, suites and villas boast Jacuzzi garden, a Pilates studio, double massage rooms and
maximised natural light, creating sun-filled spaces facing the Japanese baths—all in low-lying pavilions overlooking the
sea or the island’s lawned landscape. Our villas and houses North Caicos Channel and the surrounding wetlands.
have their private pools, and many have direct beach access
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as well as the 24-hour services of COMO’s acclaimed butlers.
Welcoming kids from age 4 and their families, Play by COMO
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delivers personalized family experiences and is far more
Offering some of the most varied dining experiences in the than just a children’s space, from a Catch & Release fishing
Turks and Caicos, their menus draw from the Caribbean’s program to tours of the island’s banana plantation, activities
rich seafood larder while emphasising all that is fresh, local are designed to educate tiny travellers on the local culture and
and organic wherever possible. The relaxed poolside Lotus their surroundings.
Gaya Island Resort
M A L AY S I A
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A private, five-star beachfront property built high up in the
jungle, Gaya Island Resort is nestled among mangroves
and sheltered coral reefs and curled around the pristine
sandy coast of Malohom Bay. Accessible only via a private
boat transfer, the resort is an authentic Borneo experience
from start to finish, inspired by the natural scenery of
the island’s landscape, incorporating local Sabahan
architecture to create elegant and eco-focused villas.
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Ancient rainforest and protected mangroves surround
the idyllic villas set in the hills. Spacious, tactile and
modern yet respectful of local Sabahan elements,
each accommodation uses local materials that blend
harmoniously with the natural environment. Villa interiors
are designed with a contemporary elegance and offer
a variety of views including mangrove, canopy, tropical
rainforest and the South China Sea.
Our villas’ amenities include comfortable bedding, a writing
desk, a powered safe, flat-screen television with satellite
channels, a large open ensuite bathroom with an oversized
bathtub and two vanity units, and an outdoor veranda with
day beds.
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Savour a vibrant, interactive dining experience that offers
diverse cuisine from the Asia-Pacific region. Open for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, the dynamic open kitchens
showcase a bakery, Japanese/Korean, Asian and Western
selections. The location by the lap pool offers stunning
views of Mount Kinabalu and the surrounding beach.
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Spa Village Gaya Island offers a range of personalised
treatments and holistic experiences, including the age-old
practices of the Bajau sea nomads and specialised mud
masques. The treatments incorporate traditional healing
practices of the region with the finest local ingredients –
all rooted in ancient tradition to bring balance and clarity
to the individual.
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The resort has its own marine park which is home to
some of the greatest underwater biodiversity on the
planet. Snorkel through hard coral reefs with green
sea turtles, clownfish, orangutan crabs, lionfish, whale
sharks, reef sharks and manta rays. The resort’s resident
Naturalist, Justin Juhun, leads private hikes through the
local rainforest where Bornean orangutans, gibbons,
mousedeer, clouded leopards and over 270 bird species
reside, and also leads guided kayaking adventures
through the resort’s surrounding awe-inspiring 100-year-
old mangrove forests.
Amanpulo
PHILIPPINES
Arrive Beachclub, Nama and Picnic Grove are open during the
high season from November to May, while Mediterranean
Accessible by private plane, Amanpulo is about an hour
specialties can be enjoyed at the Lagoon Club and stone-
from Manila, yet feels a world away from anywhere – blissfully
baked pizzas at the Windsurf Hut from June to October. The
marooned in the middle of the Sulu Sea. A private island
Clubhouse Restaurant is open throughout the year.
fringed by white sand beaches, the resort offers a back-to-
nature experience in supreme comfort and privacy. Spa
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go hand in hand. The Aman Spa is set on a hillside above the
Amanpulo’s “Casitas” offer luxury accommodation with direct
treetops with far-reaching views out to sea. Visiting wellness
beach access via sandy footpaths, magnificent views of the
experts are frequently in residence, adding their own range of
turquoise sea from the hillside, or seclusion within the forest
specialist therapies to the already comprehensive spa menu.
canopy. Broad wooden decks, hammocks in secluded bowers
and pebble-washed walls are just some of the traditional Enjoy
Palawan Island elements included.
Fill the days with aquatic adventures from kite surfing and
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the onshore activities Amanpulo has to offer including tennis,
Featuring locally caught seafood and island-grown organic
cycling, bird watching and a jungle obstacle course. At night,
vegetables and herbs, Amanpulo’s menus offer cuisines
get up close to the stars with our astronomical refracting
ranging from Filipino and Mediterranean to Japanese. The
telescope.
Eilean Shona House
SCOTLAND
Arrive charm, they all share a level of comfort and luxury, from their
fluffy white towels to their well-equipped kitchens. The beds
Eilean Shona nestles in a tranquil loch on the dramatic west
are made up in fine quality Egyptian cotton linen.
coast of Scotland and is a car-free wilderness heaven. Days
are filled with cooking and drinking around campfires, wild Dine
swimming, reading, hiking, picnicking, kayaking, nature
Included in your stay are a cook, sous chef and a housekeeper,
watching, and generally pottering about. Eilean Shona
with all meals provided, giving guests far more time to enjoy
House, with its comfortable, quirky design, is ideal for family
the island
gatherings and special celebrations.
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When not discovering the network of tempting paths along
The jewel in the island’s crown, Eilean Shona House combines
the coast or through the enchanting moss-covered woodland
the style of a luxury boutique hotel with all the warmth of a
and heather-carpeted hills, days are filled with wild swimming,
much-loved family home that sleeps 16. Eilean Shona also
kayaking, painting, building campfires or visiting the glorious
features Cottages are nestled into the island’s protected
white sandy beach at Shoe Bay, the south-western tip of the
south-east corner overlooking the loch and the castle ruins.
island. Here, at low tide, it is more reminiscent of the Caribbean
Although each of the cottages has its own unique style and
than Scotland - albeit with inquisitive seals for company.
Fanjove Island
TA N Z A N I A
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sustainable wood, mukuti (palm leaves) and thatch. Simple,
As a secluded island, guests share Fanjove only with the stylish and comfortable, and completely in keeping with the
abundant resident marine life, and of course our dedicated unpretentious Fanjove vibe, the accommodation provides the
staff, who help to deliver the experience of a lifetime. perfect base from which to explore the island, shores and seas.
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Six discreet, eco-friendly private bandas are set along the The islands restaurant ‘Lodge’ serves outstanding freshly made
sandy shore in complete harmony with the environment. curries and daily caught seafood all washed down with the local
The bandas are A-framed, shaped to resemble a Dhow sail, beer. Meals can also be arranged privately on the beach.
reflecting the local traditional sailing boats which may break
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the endless horizons as you gaze out to sea. Each banda is
open at its front to capitalise on the uninterrupted ocean Diving and snorkelling offer the chance to spot myriad
views, which can also be enjoyed from the upstairs balcony. colourful fish in the rich marine park, and an intact coral reef
The whole property has been designed to minimize its provides plenty more underwater interest. Other activities
environmental footprint. Solar power is employed for all the include fishing, kayaking and exploring the island with its 19th-
rooms, and the buildings use traditional, natural materials – century lighthouse and former fishing settlement.
Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resort
ABU DUBAI
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On Sir Bani Yas Island adventure, sanctuary and luxury await on an
87-square km island in the crystal waters of the Arabian Gulf. Just
25 minutes by water taxi from the mainland jetty, Sir Bani Yas is the
largest natural island in UAE, with pristine sands, rugged landscapes
and exotic wildlife. With a long and fascinating history, the island
is home to numerous archaeological sites and was originally
established as a Royal Nature Reserve in 1971 by the founder of
the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al
Nahyan. Now, in addition to its gorgeous scenery and intriguing
inhabitants, Sir Bani Yas Island is home to three luxurious resorts.
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Pure luxury awaits in the family-friendly rooms, suites and palatial
villas of Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. Set on the eastern
shore, Anantara Al Yamm Villa Resort evokes an ancient pearl fishing
village, with its elegant villas overlooking the ocean and mangroves,
creating a sense of tranquillity. Nestled within an Arabian Wildlife
Park with an African lodge-like ambiance, Anantara Al Sahel Villa
Resort is an indigenous oasis surrounded by lush savannah. Guests
enjoy opulent villa accommodation with peerless views of local
nature.
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Embellished with eye-catching Arabian touches and home to
international dining, the resort boasts a world-class spa and
meeting facilities. With a range of fully equipped versatile venues,
the Conference Centre at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
is the ideal setting for an unforgettable event. The expansive Dhabi
Ballroom accommodates up to 350 delegates, while smaller spaces
are set up for more intimate occasions, all with views of the ocean.
For guests seeking peace, Anantara Spa offers a tranquil haven
surrounded by unique, natural beauty and overlooking the crystal
clear waters of the Arabian Gulf.
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Set in the lush grounds of Desert Islands Resort, the spa welcomes
guests from all three resorts and offers a selection of timeless
revitalising spa experiences that combine the ancient rituals of
Arabia with age-old eastern health practices.
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No visit to Sir Bani Yas Island would be complete without
exploration and experiences. A range of once-in-a-lifetime activities
is offered by each of the resorts to showcase stunning surroundings
and their inhabitants. Nature drives and walks through the island’s
unique landscapes allow guests the chance to get up close to
giraffes, gazelles, oryx and cheetahs in their natural environment.
Wadi walks and historic tours bring guests closer to the heart of the
island’s culture. Watersports include kayaking in the mangroves or
thrills on the turquoise waves of the Gulf, while archery, mountain
biking, horseback riding satisfy a sense of adventure in guests of
all ages. Unforgettable UAE getaways await on Sir Bani Yas Island,
thanks to Anantara; because life is a journey.
El Coyol Private Island
NICARAGUA
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bedrooms, one with a double and one with twin/double beds,
Enjoy some of the most spectacular views you’ll ever see as well as changing facilities and a relaxation area.
from El Coyol, a private island exquisitely positioned on the
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freshwater Lake Nicaragua and offering blissful seclusion,
sumptuous serenity, and first-class service from a small team of Alfresco dining is a must. Choose between the terrace for
dedicated staff. An idyllic wonderland surrounded by exotic, aperitifs, the pool house area for light snacks, the lower
butterfly-studded flora and fauna; you’ll forget all about your garden terrace for lunch and the pool terrace (complete with
stressful life back home from the moment you step ashore. hanging bed) for dinner under the stars. A fitted barbecue
come bar area makes entertaining a joy.
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Elegant and sophisticated, the villa has recently been
renovated into a stylish boutique retreat. Accommodating Explore the lush green jungle style garden, watch out for
up to eight adults in exceptional comfort, the main house butterflies and listen to the sounds of the birds soaring above.
comprises of a large fitted kitchen with all amenities, a Discover magical viewpoints around the island, perfect for
spacious sitting room and two king sized ensuite bedrooms. viewing monkeys on the nearby islands or watching people go
In the pool pavilion you will find a further two chic ensuite by on their boats.
Cycladic Private Island
GREECE
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feel as though you’ve stumbled on paradise itself.
Nestled in the Aegean Sea and steeped in ancient legend,
the Cyclades islands are known the world over for their Dine
breathtaking beaches and rugged landscapes, dotted with
Enjoy a barbecue in the dedicated outdoor dining area later on,
traditional blue-and-white towns that overlook the sea. Cycladic
complete with its herb garden. The island’s farm and organic
Private Island is a luxury retreat for families and friends amongst
vegetable garden mean delicious produce is always plentiful
clear turquoise waters and soft sand, infused with the magical
- to enjoy them at their best, why not take advantage of the
myth and legend of ancient Greece.
recommended private chef, or arrange a cookery lesson?
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Private, peaceful and historic, Cycladic Private Island is home to a
While away your days with full use of holiday goodies that
luxurious beach house that overlooks the seashore. Surrounded
include bicycles, a pedalo and a laser sailboat. Lessons can also
by heady pine groves and flourishing fauna, with sweet-scented
be arranged for yoga, kite surfing and snorkelling.
Kamalame Cay
BAHAMAS
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Located just off the world’s third-largest Great Barrier Reef
in the transparent waters of The Bahamas, this intimate,
family-run, private island is home to just 20 individually
appointed, bougainvillea-draped bungalows, cottages,
beach houses, and villas. Scattered across 97 acres of
flowering jungle, coconut palm groves, and deserted white
sand beach, each of the cay’s oceanfront residences is
utterly secluded and offers an unplugged experience that
turns the focus to the beauty of the natural environment.
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Kamalame’s collection of veranda-wrapped, individually
designed, beachfront villas features one- to four-bedroom
layouts, indoor-outdoor living space, and island-chic decor.
With full kitchens, BBQs, and outdoor showers, some are
equipped with plunge pools. Tucked in flowering jungle
gardens, with sweeping views, these private retreats
offer the ultimate in island luxury for families and friends
travelling together.
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Known for its imaginative, ever-changing menus of
seasonal, Asian-accented Bahamian cuisine and its
gracious, wine-splashed vibe, gourmet cuisine and good
times are central to the Kamalame experience. The Great
House, The Grove, Monkey Bar, or Tiki Beach & Beach
Club; the island’s culinary program is centred on fresh
regional ingredients, epicurean flair, and gracious service.
Menus change daily and feature local seafood and
fowl, top tier imported game, and farm-fresh produce.
Homemade pastries and bread are baked on-site, spring
water is filtered via reverse osmosis, and—dedicated to
sustainability and protecting the Great Barrier Reef, just
offshore—Kamalame serves only mature, in-season seafood.
Spa
The Bahamas’ only overwater spa, The Spa at Kamalame
Cay is the perfect refuge from the fast-paced, high-stress
world of today - a place to concentrate on restoring and
rejuvenating body, mind and soul.
Enjoy
Situated on the resort’s marina dock, Kamalame’s
fully equipped, PADI-rated Dive Centre is staffed with
experienced instructors. The resident scuba diving
professionals at Kamalame, offer all levels of PADI
certification including resort courses and excursions for
divers, non-divers, snorkelers and children.
Jumby Bay Island
LO CAT E D N E A R A N T I G UA A N D B A R B U DA
Stay enjoy a movie backlit by the magnificent night sky.

Set in one of the most beautiful untouched locations in the Spa
world, Jumby Bay Island is a private island of simple pleasures
Waking up the next morning and some well-deserved R&R is
situated in the Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda,
on the menu, with indulgent massages for two available at the
just two miles off mainland Antigua. Ringed with coral reefs
spectacular spa, where treatments have been curated based
and reachable only by boat with no cars in sight, this private
on research of ancient healing traditions practiced in Antigua
isle comprises three stunning white-powdered beaches and
and the Caribbean. The exclusive resort offers so much, from
countless winding bicycle paths to create a one-of-a-kind
splendid accommodations, exquisite restaurants, a sensational
hideaway known, quite simply, as the finest resort in the
spa and world-renowned facilities to showcase both the beauty
Caribbean. Surrounded by lush tropical foliage, Jumby Bay
of nature and the tradition of elegance that has long graced the
Island spans 300 secluded acres and is home to 4.5 miles of
private island.
pristine shoreline, with the main resort presiding over some
of the most spectacular and fiercely protected beaches in the Enjoy
Caribbean.
There is a journey of experiences waiting to be discovered at
Dine Jumby Bay Island: a private beachside picnic; a barefoot walk
across the golden sand bar, suspended in the open sea; or
In the evening, guests can enjoy a private beach dinner under
perhaps a bicycle ride à deux, followed by a sunset cruise on a
the stars and then pull up a cushion, recline on the sand and
private yacht.
Jicaro Lodge
NICARAGUA
Arrive
Jicaro Island Lodge is Nicaragua’s best luxury nature
resort, located on a private island in the Granada
Isletas of Lake Nicaragua. A member of the exclusive
National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World, our
five-star hotel is located just a short boat ride from the
colonial town of Granada with spectacular views of the
Mombacho Volcano across the lake.
Stay
Rooms at Jicaro are one-of-a-kind, private two-storey
houses, raised up above the ground like treehouses. All
nine luxury ‘Casitas’ enjoy lake views and are within a
short walk of the pool, restaurant and wellness centre,
making it the perfect setting for romantic escapes,
honeymoons, tours, and activities as well as wellness
and yoga retreats.
Dine
Dining lakeside is at the centre of their island
experience. With three meals included daily plus tasty
snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, prepare to enjoy
Nicaragua’s finest flavours – whatever your culinary
preferences. At Jicaro, they believe that when you use
fresh, tasty ingredients, even the simplest of dishes can
be extraordinary. That’s why they work exclusively with
artisanal products sourced close to home, transforming
them into gourmet fare fit for a luxury private island
paradise. Pull up a chair at their open kitchen for a taste
of what’s cooking – they promise a memorable culinary
experience for all who visit their peaceful shores.
Spa
Tucked away waterside, Jicaro’s intimate wellness
centre offers a range of massage and spa treatments.
Its adjacent yoga deck makes a tranquil setting to
develop your practice with a view.
Enjoy
From hiking Mombacho Volcano to zipping through
the rainforest or kayaking around our islands, there’s
no shortage of extraordinary adventures to be had
beyond Jicaro. Spend the day at the Mombacho
Natural Reserve hiking for some 2.5 hours before
climbing to “La Roca” lookout to appreciate one of the
most beautiful views of Granada’s Islands, Zapatera,
and the volcanoes of Lake Nicaragua. Take a quick
breather and enjoy nature while you refuel with a tasty
picnic lunch before your zip line adventure that’ll see
you flying high at 30m above the treetops.
Guana Island
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS
Arrive
One of the few private islands in its part of the world, Guana
Dine
remains the most unspoiled jewel of the British Virgin Islands.
With 850 acres, seven beaches, mountains, gardens, organic Guana’s internationally trained chefs create exquisite, farm-
orchard, dozens of hiking trails, and even a flock of flamingos to-table cuisine, bolstered by produce from our own organic
are the exclusive domain of a handful of guests for the orchard, and freshly baked breads and muffins. All meals and
duration of their stay. There is no public bar, marina, or any wines, as well as snacks like tropical fruit and fresh-baked
other commercial facility on the Island. Guana’s understated cookies, are included.
elegance and absolute privacy (only registered guests are
Spa
permitted) have made it a hideaway retreat for a century’s worth
of luminaries from the worlds of art, literature, politics, and Hibiscus Spa provides massages and beauty treatments at the
industry. water’s edge.
Stay Enjoy
Guana’s luxury boutique hotel, established in 1934, is built of A fleet of beach toys like stand-up paddle boards, paddle
native stone and coral, on the foundations of an 18th century boats, kayaks, Sunfish & Hobie-Cat, snorkeling gear, and tennis
Quaker estate. Sprinkled along a scenic ridge and cooled by equipment, stand at the ready. Further adventures include water
gentle trade winds, each of our 18 unique rooms and villas skiing, kitesurfing, local and deep-sea fishing, wake-boarding,
offers commanding views of the Caribbean and the Atlantic. and scuba.
COMO The Treasury
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luxury
THE NEW
AU ST R A L I A’ S M O ST LU X U R I O U S A N D
SOUGHT AFTER ADDRESSES
COMO The Treasury
PERTH
Housed within the historic State Buildings, the heart Slate used on the roof has been replaced like for like,
of Perth since 1875, COMO The Treasury features using more than 60,000 tiles imported from a quarry in
48 elegant guest rooms and suites spread over four North Wales. But where there was no heritage to follow,
floors, featuring original high ceilings and balconies. the architects have been confidently modern, with the
COMO’s fifth city property (others are located in introduction of materials including steel frames and
London, Bangkok and Miami), COMO The Treasury glass.
represents a historic moment for an iconic quarter at
the state capital’s beating heart. To retain the best of STAY
that heritage building, a meticulous restoration project
Looking over the plaza, guests of the hotel get to
overseen by Kerry Hill Architects artfully combined not
use the hotel’s balconies as they would have been
just tradition, but also modernity.
used a century ago, with the city’s most impressive
The architecture includes columns and bold, landmarks on display. Suites feature posture king-size
cantilevered balconies designed in flamboyant neo- beds, handcrafted European furnishings and oversized
Renaissance style. The restoration project has returned windows that deliver comfort, personality and light.
95 per cent of the buildings to their 19th-century Bathrooms include showers, German deep-form
origins, including the re-installation of dormer windows Kaldewei Duo bathtubs, twin vanities, travertine stone
and Victorian roofs finished with copper trimmings. tiles, heated floors and towel rails, and aromatherapy-
based COMO Shambhala at Home amenities.
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WIL D F LOWER
The hotel’s destination restaurant,

Wildflower offers lunch and dinner
against a backdrop of sweeping
views over the Swan River. Head Chef
Matthew Sartori has created a menu of
contemporary cuisine revolving around
the indigenous six seasons, using the
finest Western Australian produce.
POST
Taking its name from the location –

the franking room of Perth’s original
General Post Office in the State
Buildings, Post offers breakfast for hotel
guests and an evolving menu offers a
contemporary take on classic Italian
cuisine throughout the day.
LON G CHIM
Located inside the State Buildings,

Long Chim is inspired by the markets
and street food of Thailand, bringing
the flavours of modern Bangkok to
Perth. Meaning “come and taste” in
Thai, Long Chim dishes up curries, stir-
fries, noodles, desserts, snacks, salads
and more, all faithfully recreated using
recipes researched and fine-tuned by
Thai food authority, David Thompson.
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COMO Shambhala Urban Escape is a

holistic wellness sanctuary for guests,
with nurturing expertise from world-
class staff. Using carefully selected
products and our own signature brand,
COMO Shambhala Urban Escape offers
holistic treatments including massages,
body scrubs, wraps and facials.
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
SYDNEY
STAY
Set along the harbour’s edge in the heart of the Central Featuring 517 guest rooms and 14 suites featuring
Business District and surrounded by an intriguing blend of a range of views spanning The Rocks, Circular Quay,
Sydney’s rich past and dynamic present, the Four Seasons the Sydney skyline and Sydney Harbour, rooms are
Hotel Sydney immerses you in the very fabric of the city. designed to be uplifting and also have a local feel
Location doesn’t get any better than this: Iconic Sydney about them, offering uncluttered and contemporary
Harbor sits at the doorstep of the hotel, with nearby spaces ideally suited to the needs of the modern
shopping, outdoor adventure and a vibrant social scene. traveller.
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M OD E KITCHEN & B AR
Mixing simplicity and seasonality, Mode

creates exquisite dishes and flavours
that celebrate contemporary Australian
cuisine in a sophisticated, welcoming
setting.
G RA IN B A R
Blending a laid-back vibe with

meticulous craftsmanship to create a
refined neighbourhood bar brimming
with master mixologists who tell great
stories and serve artisanal cocktails,
fine wine and locally brewed craft beer.
THE CA B A N A
Perfect for poolside dining, The Cabana

offers gourmet sandwiches, salads
and refreshing cocktails to be enjoyed
on the pool deck of one of Sydney’s
largest heated outdoor hotel pools.
LOU N G E 32
Reserved for guests with special

access, Lounge 32 offers an exclusive
residential-style venue for breakfast,
drinks and private conversation, with
sweeping views of the city and harbour
from its 32nd-floor perch.
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Endota Spa blends contemporary

décor with soothing natural tones
and timber fittings to create a tranquil
setting for a range of locally inspired
treatments, including massages, body
scrubs and facials. The 24-hour fitness
centre is outfitted with weight-training
and cardio equipment, free weights
and spacious locker rooms with saunas
and steam rooms. Take a dip in the
expansive heated outdoor pool.
Sequoia Lodge
ADELAIDE
Nestled in the highlands of the glorious Adelaide Hills, Mount Lofty House property and feature modern
afoot the iconic Mount Lofty House estate, lies a brand spacious king bedroom, lounge and private balcony,
new and elegant sanctuary. SEQUOIA, South Australian as well as a deep soaking tub in the bathroom.
latest luxury lodge is set to open in 2021 with 14 Included with all Sequoia suites are complimentary
contemporary, luxurious suites offering breathtaking, sparkling wine, daily breakfast, select mini bar, and
uninterrupted views across Piccadilly Valley. daily hosted activities. Mount Lofty’s pool, spa facilities
and dining options - including three hatted Hardy’s
STAY restaurant - are only a short walk away, and there is
a private lounge with heated onsen pool exclusively
Sequoia’s 14 luxury suites overlooking the Adelaide
open to Sequoia guests.
Hills are surrounded by botanic gardens and
vineyards. The new suites form part of the historic
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Only recently Adelaide was declared

one of the world’s TOP 10 wine capitals
with SEQUOIA being the gateway to
its four most famous regions: located
in the Adelaide Hills, the Barossa,
McLaren Vale, and Eden Valley are
all accessible within an hour’s drive
through the picturesque hinterland.
With longstanding relationships
between SEQUOIA and some of the
world’s most famous wineries, be sure
to connect and listen to the vignerons
themselves while savouring local
artisan produce. As night falls, prepare
for one of the best dining experiences
of your life, at the onsite Hardy’s
Verandah Restaurant.
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Book an organic facial or rejuvenating

massage at the onsite day spa, go for a
splash in the panoramic infinity pool, or
relax in one of the private hot Japanese
onsen tubs, both feed by the mountain’s
natural springs. There is no doubt that
you will resurface from your SEQUOIA
time-out refreshed and with a full heart.
Hotel Realm
CANBERRA
STAY
Hotel Realm is located on the footsteps of parliament As one of the only 5-star hotels in Canberra, Hotel
house and is part of a truly mixed-use precinct within Realm entered the market more than 8 years ago
the parliamentary triangle. The hotel is like nothing ever with a contemporary luxury proposition that clearly
seen in Canberra and offers a new dimension to luxury differentiated the brand from other properties in
accommodation in the nation’s capital. Canberra. Hotel Realm is the centrepoint for politicians,
CEOs and managers alike, guests with a busy,
intellectually demanding career that choose the hotel
for a connected, premium and considered experience.
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B U VETTE B ISTRO & WINE BAR
Using fresh, quality ingredients to

deliver seasonal menus showcasing
the best of locally sourced produce,
their menu spans from shared plates,
charcuterie & appetisers, grills and
decadent desserts. Buvette encourages
conversation in a sophisticated setting
with a traditional Parisian feel.
B U VETTE HIG H TEA
Hosting Canberra’s most exclusive high

tea, Buvette offers a selection of finely
made French cakes & tarts, delicate
savouries and traditional scones,
accompanied with TWG fine teas and
freshly-brewed coffee.
CHA IRM A N & YIP
Located in the vibrant Realm Precinct,

the Chairman & Yip has become one
of Canberra’s longest standing and
most highly regarded institutions,
having received numerous awards over
the years. Head chef, William Suen,
has long combined the best of both
the Oriental and Occidental culinary
flavours, to create delicate and classic
dishes. A fine and extensive collection
of wines further enhances the dining
experience in an exquisite and relaxing
atmosphere.
L ILOTA N G
One of the city’s most innovative

Japanese features a menu of inventive
and fun dishes—think pork and prawn
potstickers with ginger and shallot,
or braised Wagyu beef brisket on a
bao with lettuce and samjung sauce.
You can wash all of that down with
something fabulous off the extensive
wine, Sake or Whiskey menu. And by
extensive, we mean nearly 80 whiskey
options alone.
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Hale Spa is Canberra’s most luxurious

day spa located within the Brassey
Hotel, part of the Realm Precinct.
The day spa provides a cave-like spa
pool, segregated female/male steam
rooms and saunas, and a row of nine
treatment rooms, including a large
couples suite, lounge with fireplace
and views onto an internal courtyard
with water feature allow guests to relax
before, during, and after treatments.
Park Hyatt Melbourne
MELBOURNE
Overlooking St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fitzroy Gardens, STAY

and the cosmopolitan mix of Victorian and modern
architecture, Park Hyatt Melbourne offers exclusive, Located in the heart of the city yet a world away,
luxury accommodation in the heart of the city. The Park Hyatt Melbourne offers the city’s largest 245
beautifully appointed 5-star hotel is centrally located guestrooms and suites starting from 48 square metres.
in Melbourne’s CBD, offering the city’s largest 245 Renowned for providing exceptional service and
guestrooms and suites. A warm ambiance, exceptional attention to detail, the hotel’s opulent interiors and
levels of personalised service and luxurious amenities elegant finishes combine to create a haven of luxury.
with exquisite surrounds - provides guests with a private
haven in Australia’s most liveable city.
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RA D II RESTAU RA N T & BAR
Set in cascading levels of opulent

Art Deco-inspired surrounds, Radii
Restaurant & Bar is the culmination
of good food and excellent service,
providing diners with a relaxed yet
luxurious space for breakfast and
dinner.
TEA LOU N G E & G A RDEN
With its picturesque views overlooking

Trilogy Gardens, Tea Lounge is the
perfect place to enjoy high tea or a
light lunch while taking in the vibrant
activity of the hotel. The finest estate
leaf teas are served, together with a full
selection of espresso coffees, juices,
and an extensive wine list.
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Park Club Health & Day Spa is a

sanctuary of peace and vitality, providing
inspiration and guidance for guests to
build on their inner health and outer
beauty. The spa treatments, rituals, and
lifestyle recommendations are based on
the four cornerstones of wellness; sound
nutrition, regular exercise, peace of mind
and care of the face and body. Before
your treatment commences, immerse
yourself in the 25m indoor infinity pool,
Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna to relax
the body and mind.
Longitude 131
ULURU
STAY
With views direct to Uluru and across the desert to Kata Located within Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude
Tjuta, Longitude 131˚ is Australia’s most celebrated 131 is three hours travel by air from most Australian
luxury camp. Dotted among the red-rust dunes of capital cities. Gathered as if around a campfire, fifteen
the Central Desert are sixteen tented pavilions, each luxury tents at Longitude 131° each offer views to Uluru
offering connection with the outback landscape and – from the end of the bed! With modern and classic
its heritage as well as a glamorous base from which to furnishings that blend seamlessly with Aboriginal art,
explore the incredible Red Centre. Discover vibrant the premium Dune Pavilion is the only accommodation
Aboriginal artworks alongside relics from the region’s with views to both World Heritage-listed wonders Uluru
explorers, a bar and restaurant offering contemporary and Kata Tjuta.
Australian dining.
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Dining at Longitude 131° sees a

creative, contemporary Australian
menu enjoyed with a view to the
nation’s spiritual heart, Uluru. The finest
premium produce is delivered to the
Red Centre and combined with bush
ingredients to offer guests a unique
taste of Australia. Centred around a
commitment to deliver a real ‘sense of
place’ for guests, the Baillie Lodges’
Culinary Philosophy is essential to the
dining experience at Longitude 131°.
Chef Tom Saliba and his team in the
kitchen deliver a menu complemented
by an enviable wine list that connects
guests with the country from the
restaurant to the in-tent bar.
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Set among the spinifex and the red

sand of the outback, Spa Kinara is a
cool, calm retreat reflecting the clever
design of a traditional Aboriginal
shelter, or wiltja. Kinara means ‘moon’
in Pitjantjatjara, and offers a spiritually
grounding, revitalising connection
between the traditional country and
the vast blue-domed sky that cloaks the
landscape. Spa Kinara aligns body and
soul under the gaze of Uluru, whose
mysterious natural energies radiate
throughout the landscape. Guests
emerge with a sense of connection and
calm, reflective in the rare stillness and
inspired by the outback’s boundless
horizons.
W Brisbane
BRISBANE
STAY
W Brisbane is bringing bold down under as it lights up Turning the heat up in Australia’s Sunshine State, W
the river foreshore. Located in the heart of Brisbane’s Brisbane is brimming with stellar design, contemporary
CBD, on the banks of the iconic Brisbane River, check-in flair and laidback Aussie vibes – all with a special
to check out one of 312 stylish guest rooms and 5-star BrisVegas attitude. The eclectic 5-star hotel in the heart
luxury hotel suites brimming with river views, stellar of the city boasts 312 spacious guestrooms and suites,
design and laidback Aussie vibes. iconic Brisbane River views and supreme amenities to
amplify any stay into an ultra-luxurious one.
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THREE B LU E D U CKS
The philosophy is simple: fresh, local

and delicious, infusing home-grown
inspiration into every aspect – from
an evolving seasonal dining menu to
the endless views out to the Brisbane
River, South Bank and Mount Coot-tha.
A wood-fired oven and grill feature to
showcase the best in seasonal fresh,
local and sustainable produce.
L IVIN G ROOM B A R
Evolving from a serene spot to lounge

by day to a lively night scene in
Brisbane City, mix and mingle from AM
to PM at Living Room Bar. Barista made
coffee, crafted cocktails and mixology,
flowing Champagne, High Tea and
sublime snacks.
WET D ECK
Experience our tropical poolside oasis

in the heart of Brisbane. Located on
Level Four’s rooftop, WET Deck boasts
a resort vibe, complete with photo-
worthy vistas.
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The serene, 615-square-metre AWAY®

Spa welcomes you with special body
treatments, custom tunes and chill yet
fab vibes. Find that same attitude and
panache at our six treatment suites and
state-of-the-art hotel gym boasting
supreme views of the Brisbane skyline
and TechnoGym equipment such as
ellipticals, treadmills, free weights and
upright bikes.
Flynn
A Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
CAIRNS
Crystalbrook Collection is one of Australia’s leading STAY

sustainable and innovative independent hospitality
companies. Flynn carries an authentic expression Just steps from the Esplanade boardwalk, Flynn features
of its location, a passion for responsible luxury, jaw-dropping views of the Coral Sea, two glass pools,
considered design and a twinkle of fun for a uniquely an Eléme Day Spa and 311 stylish rooms and suites.
enriching experience.
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F LYN N ’S ITA L IA N
Bringing a little bit of Italy to Cairns,

Flynn’s Italian will offer family-style food
that celebrates local produce with an
extensive Italian wine list that will not
disappoint.
WHISKEY A N D WIN E
Joining Cairns’ flourishing food and

beverage scene, Flynn’s sophisticated
Whiskey and Wine Bar features an
expansive whiskey selection from
boutique Australian producers, local
and imported wines, home-style
delicacies, and a spread of modern
Australian snacks.
B OA RD WA L K SOCIA L
This market-style food and beverage

hub is the stomping ground for all
things delicious. Take your pick of
food from the land, the sea or that
comes in a bun, nourishing salads,
pizza, tacos, sides or go straight for
dessert. Beverages are plentiful with an
extensive menu featuring local brews
and nips will wet your thirst with 36
beer taps and 40 gins available.
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Eléme Day Spa’s stellar menu is

designed to flex, so our therapists can
personalise each treatment to best suit
you… your body, your skin, your mood
on the day of your visit.
Photographed by Aladdin Ishmael
TRAVEL
Suite
SPOTS
O V E R -T H E -TO P LU X U R Y AT I T S F I N E S T
Boasting sweeping cityscapes,

lavish hotel grounds, and of
course, awe-inspiring oceanfront
views, these sought after
hotel suites offer the ultimate
amenities, plush beds, private
spas and ample space.
THE ROMANTIC POOL RESIDENCE
at Velaa Private Island
MALDIVES
A veritable playground for the Specialising in once-in-a-lifetime

rich and famous, Velaa Private experiences, the island has a
Island, Maldives offers the perfect brand-new Heaven on Earth
getaway for a holiday in loved Ballet Week, showcasing world-
up luxury, including perhaps the class ballet performances and
most private overwater villa in lessons on the beach. If that
the world, The Romantic Pool wasn’t enough, guests at Velaa
Residence. are blessed with the new, world-
class ‘Velaa Spa’, offering high tech
The Romantic Pool treatments for couples to enjoy
Residence: Reachable only by together or apart, three upscale
boat, the villa takes the aspirational restaurants curated by the award-
escape to an entirely new level winning Chef Gaushan and an
allowing loved ones to spend extensive wine cellar – the largest
the most romantic of holidays in in the Maldives – and 47 private
pure, blissful tranquillity. Meals villas, houses and residences and
are served in the villa’s overwater four four-bedroom residences,
gazebo by your own private butler, with 18 built over water.
cooked by your own private chef.
If that’s not enough, the residence
is also home to a private gym and
spa treatment room, a colossal
sunken bath and overwater, white-
sand beach area.
Price: Rates at Velaa Private Island for the Romantic Pool Residence start at
$14,000 per night in May 2021.
Airport: 40-minute private seaplane transfer from Malé Airport in Velaa’s

branded seaplane
Website: www.velaaprivateisland.com
THE ROYAL SUITE
at The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel
LONDON, UK
Primely positioned on sought-after The Royal Suite: Today, the Royal

Sloane Street, midway between Suite honours its heritage with an
Chelsea and Knightsbridge, The in-room library (books are curated
Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, to echo the hotel’s legacy) roaring
is a boutique bolthole with an fire and furnishings brushed with
illustrious past. Experience velvet, leather and tweed. Couples
true romance, combined with a can soak away a day exploring the
dramatic history, with a stay in city in the grand marble bathroom,
the noble Royal Suite. The suite read by the fire or enjoy in-room
is marked bedroom 118, the dining by Adam Handling Chelsea,
famed room where Irish poet the hotel’s destination restaurant.
and playwright Oscar Wilde High ceilings frame floor-to-ceiling
held his London pied-à-terre windows, with views of the private
and was eventually arrested on Cadogan Place Gardens, to which
April 6th 1985, after losing a libel guests have exclusive access as
case against the Marquess of though real Chelsea residents.
Queensbury. Nods to Oscar Wilde
can be found throughout the
hotel, from the design of the staff
uniforms to the Swarovski crystal
peacock with a white feather tail in
the hotel lobby.
Price: Royal Suite at The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel starts from $6,850 per night,
including breakfast
Website: www.belmond.com/hotels/europe/uk/london/belmond-cadogan-hotel
THE PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
at D-Maris Bay
DALAMAN, TURKEY
Undoubtedly the most romantic this, there is a living area, dining

spot on Turkey’s turquoise coast, room and kitchen with a well-
the ultra-luxurious D-Maris Bay is stocked bar and guests can enjoy
perched above a picturesque cove 24-hour room service, ensuring
offering breath-taking views of the they never have to leave the
Datça Peninsula, where the Aegean comfort of this heavenly suite.
Sea meets the Mediterranean.
Secluded, sleek and minimalist Guests of the Presidential Suite will
in design, the penthouse- have priority access to reservations
style Presidential Suite is the at D-Maris Bay’s five scenic,
perfect option for couples looking atmospheric à la carte restaurants,
to unwind in their own private slice the award-winning, contemporary
of paradise. Japanese restaurant Zuma for fresh
sushi and miso-marinated cod, or
The Presidential Suite: Split across steak cooked at Nusr-Et owned
the top two floors of the hotel, the by Nusret Gökçe, also known as
suite offers panoramic views of the famous ‘Salt bae’. D-Maris
towering mountain ranges, pine Bay is also home to five private,
forests and turquoise waters from white-sanded beaches as well as
the 120-sqm terrace, complete a number of indoor and outdoor
with a sprawling Italian sunbed as pools, including an infinity pool
well as a jacuzzi for the ultimate overlooking Green Hill panoramic
indulgence. The bedroom boasts point for the best sunset views in
floor-to-ceiling windows, a calming Southwestern Turkey
neutral interior and an expansive
walk-in closet and bathroom
decorated in olive-brown marble,
equipped with a bathtub and
separate rain shower. As well as
Price: The Presidential Suite costs from €3,600 (approx.. $4,300) per night. Book
early and enjoy a 15% discount
Airport: A 2-hour drive from Dalaman Airport or a 30-minute helicopter ride

taking you directly to the resort’s helipad
Website: www.dmarisbay.com/en/
THE NOBU PENTHOUSE SUITE
at Nobu Hotel Shoreditch
LONDON, UK
Nobu Hotel Shoreditch has overlooking the city. With exclusive

expanded to new heights and will access via your own private lift
be re-opening with a brand new and featuring a separate living
sixth floor. The newly introduced and dining space, kitchenette, bar
floor includes a Nobu Penthouse area and private balcony, there
Suite, Premium Skyline suites and is also the option of combining
Zen Studio Suites, as well as a with three additional bedrooms
Penthouse Lounge and Gallery. to create a four-bedroom suite.
Situated in the heart of London’s With an elevated in-room Nobu
edgy Shoreditch area, the hotel dining service, penthouse guests
offers unparalleled access to the can experience signature Nobu
area’s artisan cafés, trendy bars dishes in the comfort of their suite,
and vibrant nightlife. such as the unique Matsuhisa
Egg Benedict for breakfast or the
Nobu Penthouse Suite: Offering world-famous Black Cod Den Miso
stylish living in the heart of East for dinner.
London, the Nobu Penthouse
Suite is the ultimate private
accommodation in Shoreditch,
with spectacular rooftop views
Price: Rates TBC
Website: https://london-shoreditch.nobuhotels.com/rooms-suites/
THE PRESIDENTIAL WATER VILLA
at Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
THE MALDIVES
Member of The Leading Hotels a large sundeck overlooking

of the World, Emerald Maldives the reef and a private 10x4
Resort & Spa is an island designed swimming pool, which is one of
with privacy in mind. Surrounded the best spots to catch the breath-
by its own coral reef and private taking Maldivian sunset. Emerald
lagoon, the resort boasts one of Maldives Resort & Spa is the
the lowest villa densities in the archipelago’s most exclusive
Indian Ocean, offering couples Deluxe All-Inclusive Resort,
a completely undisturbed and meaning that everything from
intimate experience. fine dining and premium spirits to
romantic sunset boat cruises are
Presidential Water Villa: The included in the price of the villa.
epitome of romanticism, the
Presidential Water Villa is located Valentine’s Day Offer: Couples
at the end of the pier, surrounded can enjoy 20% off for a minimum
by glistening sea waters on of a four nights stay on a deluxe
all sides, ideal for couples all-inclusive basis, between the
looking for utmost privacy and 6th and the 23rd of February 2021.
indulgence. The villa comprises Package includes complimentary
two stylish bedrooms emulating villa upgrade at check-in, a bottle
the destination’s turquoise hues, of champagne on arrival, 1
en-suite white marble bathrooms complimentary couple massage
completed with stylish vanities (60min), in-room breakfast and
for him and her, rain shower and a Romantic Valentine’s Day Gala
a sleek bathtub for two, where Dinner under the stars at Aqua
the resort’s team can arrange Restaurant.
relaxing hot baths with rose
petals and scented candles. The
villa’s spacious lounge leads to
Valentine’s Day Offer: Couples can enjoy 20% off for a minimum of a
four nights stay on a deluxe all-inclusive basis, between the 6th and the
23rd of February 2021. Package includes complimentary villa upgrade
at check-in, a bottle of champagne on arrival, 1 complimentary couple
massage (60min), in-room breakfast and a Romantic Valentine’s Day
Gala Dinner under the stars at Aqua Restaurant.
Airport: 50-minute private seaplane transfer from Malé Airport
Website: www.emerald-maldives.com
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AMAN NEW YORK
N E W Y O R K C I T Y, U S A
Aman unveils a new urban sanctuary and an

architectural icon in the very heart of Manhattan.
Opening its doors in spring 2021, the property
will blend the pulse of the city with the soul of
Aman, joining the much-lauded Aman Tokyo as
the brand’s second urban destination, and will
be Aman’s third US property after Amangiri and
Amangani.
Situated in the heart of Manhattan at the

crossroads of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street,
overlooking Central Park, Aman New York will
occupy the iconic Crown Building and will
comprise not only guest rooms and suites, but
will also house the first urban Aman Residences,
a collection of just 20 incomparable private
homes, inviting owners to be part of a very select
community.
Embodying the splendour of the Gilded Age and

dynamism of Fifth Avenue, the Crown Building
is one of the most architecturally significant
buildings in Manhattan. Built in 1921, it is one of
the finest examples of neo-classical Beaux-Arts
architecture in the Big Apple.
An epoch-definer, a legend, a crown, 730 Fifth

Avenue defies description in both stature and
story. Beyond the park views, the location and the
absolute rarity of the building as one of the few
vestiges of old New York, this building represents
a unique opportunity for Aman, its guests and
permanent residents: an unmatched address
infused with the Aman way of living, centred
on understated, elegant and architecturally
designed environments - a perfect complement
to the unceasing heartbeat of Manhattan. As it
embarks on a new chapter ahead of its centenary
in 2021, the Crown Building – formerly the
first home of the Museum of Modern Art – will
undergo a monumental transformation, which
will see it fully restored to its original splendour
and imbued with the spirit of Aman.
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PARADERO TODOS
SANTOS
BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR, MEXICO
Pablo Carmona and Josh Kremer, Mexican

entrepreneurs and financiers, are making their
mark with Mexico’s first luxury soft adventure
brand, Paradero Hotels. Todos Santos debut
is the introduction to a long-term plan of
expanding throughout additional pristine
destinations in Mexico as well as North America.
One-hour away from San José del Cabo Airport,
Todos Santos has a barefoot, bohemian vibe and
is a haven for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Overseen by Mexico City-based POLEN, who
was behind the landscape design of Google
and Twitter offices in Mexico, Paradero Todos
Santos is an 80 percent landscape, 20 percent
construction project. 35 suites are situated
within the Le Mesa farming community and an
agricultural area comprising more than a dozen
family-owned farms. Details with a sense of place
include: on-site 100,000-sq.ft. botanical garden
with 60 endemic species; artisan-made furniture
from Mexico; suspended ‘star nets’ that offer
high-altitude views of the surrounding farmlands,
mountains and ocean; below-ground spa that
is inspired by a secret watering hole in Todos
Santos; an open-fire kitchen with a traditional
Oaxacan clay oven. Rates start at $550 per night.
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SPLENDIDO MARE
A BELMOND HOTEL
P O R T O F I N O , I TA LY
Belmond has major renovation plans for the 14-

room Splendido Mare in the heart of Portofino.
Paris-based designers FESTEN Architecture have
been appointed to lead the design. Located
down the hill from the iconic Hotel Splendido, the
renovation of Splendido Mare will reinvigorate
this hot spot on the Italian Riviera. Inspired by
its history in a fishing village, the design will
reflect the cultivated casual atmosphere with
natural woods, ropes and brass accents along
with traditional Ligurian colours of sea green,
terracotta and amber.
Italy
KALESMA
MYKONOS, GREECE
Kalesma is opening this spring and will stand

apart from other hotels on the island with its
amazing service (the owners are bringing in their
trusted staff from their three hotspot restaurants
in Athens to get it started). Every accommodation
is a suite plus two villas (25 rooms total, all
with full-size pools). There will be fresh bread
baking all day long and the hotel sits on a hill
overlooking the sea on two sides for sunsets and
sunrises. The owners all grew up on the island
and want to introduce guests to the real Mykonos
– not only the party scene, but local artists’
studios, private beaches, the best shops… The
design is traditional Cycladic (think whitewashed
walls) but with a sleek modern twist – there is
Rick Owens furniture in the lobby. Rates start at
€1,200 and villas at €2,800 per night.
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CHATWAL LODGE
THE CATSKILLS
BETHEL, NEW YORK, USA
Bringing a Blackberry Farm type experience

to the Catskills, The Chatwal Lodge is located
at The Chapin Estate, a 2,500-acre gated
residential community. Architect and designer
Steve Dubrovsky specializes in 19th-century
Adirondack style, and he is also a four-time circuit
champion of the Professional Rodeo Cowboy
Association. Accommodations include 10 suites,
with private patios overlooking the 1,000-acre
Toronto Reservoir Lake; a 1,000-sq.ft. treehouse
that rises 25 feet off the ground; and an 850-sq.
ft. glam tent. Activities range from fly fishing in
the on-property trout stream and kayaking with
a to-go picnic, to private music classes at the
Lodge and priority access to exhibitions at Bethel
Center of Performing Arts. Rates start at $1,200
per night.
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PONANT
LE COMMANDANT CHARCOT
200 years after the first man set foot on

Antarctica, PONANT, the leader in luxury
expedition cruising, will launch Le Commandant
Charcot, the first luxury hybrid electric polar
exploration vessel, to take guests to parts of the
continent not previously explored. Operating off
a mix of battery and Liquified Natural Gas,
venture to Antarctica in style with just 135 cabins
onboard and amenities from Veuve Clicquot,
Laduree and Sothy’s. Among the highlights: a sail
to Peter I Island, where fewer people have visited
than have set foot on the moon; close encounters
with Antarctic seabirds, Minke whales and orcas;
tethered hot air balloon rides above the White
Continent; and hovercraft excursions. Under
the supervision of the team of naturalist guides
and the on-board scientists, guests will also be
able to participate in research and experiments
during sailings, including deploying an Argos
transmitter, a satellite-based system which
collects and shares environmental data.
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THE WHITE ELEPHANT
PALM BEACH
FLORIDA, USA
32-room White Elephant Palm Beach is now open

in a super convenient spot just a block from Royal
Poinciana Plaza (full of shops, restaurants, etc). It
feels a bit like Nantucket in Palm Beach – more
neutral colour scheme as opposed to the usual
pinks and greens. The interiors are completely
new but the building is a landmark – built-in
1924. There are some incredible suites and
terraces, a pool, and of course a super buzzy
restaurant, Lola 41. (Also a Nantucket transplant.)
This will be the newest Palm Beach hot spot for
locals and visitors. Rates start at $650 for a guest
room and $995 for a suite.
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THE DUPONT CIRCLE
WA S H I N GTO N D C , U S A
After two years of top-to-bottom renovations

including a new bar and restaurant by Martin
Brudnizki that opened last year, the Dupont
Circle is now open. The mid-century look carries
through from the clubby bar up to the huge
penthouse suite with a 600-sq.ft. terrace looking
over Dupont Circle (designed by Irish wellness
designer, Clodagh – a tie-in with the Irishness
of the Doyle Collection brand). All the guest
rooms have been similarly reimagined. Rates
start at $325 and go up to $20,000 for a buyout
of the entire penthouse level (which comes with
12 additional suites, a private elevator, and a
personal attaché).
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Let’s go to the
Beach!
Written by Carole Mac
We are finally nearing the end of a year-long global

pandemic (one can hope). Plus, we are nearing the end
of winter. Do you know what that means? It’s time to
go to the beach! At least in our minds. So come along
and dream with me, while you sip crisp white wines and
taste fresh seafood. Keep reading for my Wine4Food
recommendations for clean summer whites that will
transport your taste buds, and souls, from coast to coast.
Become a wine expert in under 10 minutes by watching our

fun and informative series Somm School Insider following
Carole Mac’s journey inside the Sommelier Society of
America on: Wine4Food.com and @Wine_4_Food. For
more, follow @Carole.Mac and visit CaroleMac.com
Portuguese CoastPORTUGAL
Calabria
I TA LY
QUINTA DAS MAIAS VINHO ENOTRIA CIRÒ BIANCO +

BIANCO + CALDEIRADA DE LINGUINE AL PESCATORE
PEIXE CALABRESE
There is nothing like Now head east to the
Portugal to get you in the little village of Calabria,
mood for wine and seafood. located on the toe of
Known for its vast number of Italy’s boot, to enjoy the
indigenous grape varietals rugged mountains and the
and salty creatures from the stunning Ionian coast. Sip
sea, there is no better place on this crisp white blend
to discover new flavours. made with Chardonnay
Take a trip here by tasting and Greco Bianco grapes.
this white blend from the These flavours of lemon
Dão region. You’ll love the rind and salted almond
rich, fruit-forward flavours will pair exceedingly well
of the Malvasia fina and with luscious Calabrian
Encruzado grapes merged Fisherman’s Linguine
with tart, dry Verdelho and packed with shellfish off
Cerceal grapes. The citrus the boat. Delizioso.
and cream wine notes
match beautifully with this
traditional Portuguese fish
stew, Caldeirada de Peixe.
Poof, you’re in Portugal.
Koh Samui
THAILAND
New Zealand Coast

NEW ZEALAND
CASTELLO DI MELETO SCHUBERT ESTATE

BORGAIO VERMENTINO + SAUVIGNON BLANC + PAN-
GREEN PAPAYA SALAD FRIED SCALLOPS
If you’re going on a beach Now head east to finish this
tour around the world, tour on the pristine coast
you must hit Koh Samui. of New Zealand. Known for
Although not a huge wine fresh air, sheep, and kiwifruit,
producer, it still has to be this island is one of the best
on your list. So I’ve curated places on the planet to
one of Wine4Food’s all-time enjoy a glass of Sauvignon
favourite Vermentinos to Blanc. Try our favourite
take you there. It’s known single estate Sauvignon
for its delicious salinity, east Blanc from Schubert, if you
drinkability, balance, and zip. want to savour luscious
The flavours of citrus, melon, grapefruit and honeydew
and butter in this wine will melon flavours with a touch
be a nice accompaniment of minerality. It’s a perfect
to the local favourite papaya complement to the local
salad with peanuts. Be sure pan-fried scallops.
to ask for the mild version
since you’re having it with
wine (if you like it hot, have it
with a Singha beer).
HOME
HOME
Upgrades
DESIGN IDEAS INSPIRED BY LUXURY HOTELS
There’s a simple reason for the recent boom in home improvement:
Everyone’s spending more time at home. Staying at home more
makes it clearer what areas are lacking and reveals opportunities for
upgrades. Fortunately, there are many ways to make a huge impact
on the appearance of those rooms - instantly.
1 START WITH THE FOUNDATION

If your room feels uninspired, refreshing the flooring can instantly
transform it. Recent design trends favour using consistent flooring
throughout the home, or at least on each floor, for a more continuous
feel - especially for homes with an open plan.
While hardwood flooring is still the top choice, many other quality
products mimic the look of hardwood flooring, like vinyl, tile and
porcelain flooring, often for a much lower price point.
Area rugs are also trending for use on any kind of floor. Rugs can
add a pop of colour or provide a focal point, while also helping to
protect the floor underneath. For a quick and easy fix involving zero
installation, a high-quality area rug instantly upgrades your space.
2 COLOUR YOUR WORLD

What is the colour palette of the room? Is it an eclectic mix,
reflecting years of adding elements that don’t go with the walls?
How recently was it painted?
Especially if you’re not prepared to invest in new furniture, simply
painting a room can make an enormous impact.
* Is the room on the small side, or doesn’t get much light? Paint a
shade or two lighter to brighten the space.
* Does the room seem cold or impersonal? Choose a warm colour,
from yellow through red, to make the space feel more welcoming.
* Prefer neutral colours like whites or greys? Consider one colourful
accent wall to make a statement.
3 LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE
Lighting is an often overlooked home improvement. While
the light itself brightens the room, the lighting fixture can also
metal works ranging from a strikingly singular sconce to
show-stopping multi-light designs. The collection’s timeless
add a striking visual accent or focal point. sophistication complements modern and traditional interiors.
Complementing modern and traditional interiors, Arendela is
In terms of utility, the impact of improved lighting is most available in polished chrome, polished nickel, brushed nickel
strongly felt in the kitchen and bath. and brushed brass finishes.
“Decorative lighting has become a way to easily personalize a Thoughtfully choosing lighting fixtures to complement your
space,” said Erin Hoover, director of design, Kohler Lighting. current aesthetic can take your room from ho-hum to amazing.
“Years ago, matching suites were very popular, but as Visit Kohler.com to explore the possibilities for your home.
bathrooms and kitchens reflect more individual personality,
4
more design elements are being added. Lighting can help you
update these spaces without a lot of investment and effort.”
Here are two collections from KOHLER Lighting to instantly
upgrade your kitchen or bathroom: ADJUST YOUR WINDOW DRESSING
* Kitchen: The Hauksbee Collection reinterprets rustic Updated window treatments can boost the appearance of
lighting from industrial farms and factories of the 1920s and a room, while also providing more privacy and insulation.
‘30s. Smooth glass and cool metal combine with mixed metal Consider not just the colour and style as it affects the look of
finish options and vintage details, along with decorative the room, but also the functionality. How much privacy and
elements like a domed metal shade with a cage detail and light is needed? Options for window treatments today are
ribbed glass shade. The collection is available in a range of more numerous than ever. Blinds, shades, curtains or drapes
singular and mixed metal finish combinations. all make distinct visual statements, while also potentially
enhancing the room’s livability.
* Bathroom: The Arendela Collection is inspired by 1960s
designer Vistosi, and the exquisite glassworks rendered Updating a space doesn’t require a complete redesign, a lot
through the art of briolette gemstone cutting and spun of time or a lot of investment. Design elements like lighting,
glass rondelles. Arendela reflects sophisticated style with window treatments and colour provide the perfect tools to
jewel-like, multifaceted and spun glass shades and cast transform any room into the home of your dreams.
A new travel trend has arrived on our
shores, and it’s about to give your
holiday album a serious upgrade.
It’s finally time to put down the selfie
stick and kiss goodbye to unflattering
angles, as new platform Shoot My
Travel allows holidaymakers to hire
a professional photographer for
just a few hours when abroad, with
their brief being to guide customers
around their chosen destination and
capture them at their candid best.
Whether you’re after some beautiful

holiday shots to frame and display
at home, want some glossy photos
of your trip for lasting memories, or
some Instagrammable images to
share on social, all of you can be in
shot for once as Shoot My Travel’s
WAVE GOODBYE talented photographers are on hand

in over 280 destinations around the
globe to get you the money shot.
TO SELFIES; THIS This is more than just a photoshoot
NEW TREND WILL though: if you’re visiting somewhere
new, your photographer will guide
TRANSFORM YOUR you around the destination’s most

famous and photogenic locations
while snapping some candid pictures
HOLIDAY PHOTOS. along the way. Not only are your
photos guaranteed to be stunning,
but it makes for a fun day out for the
whole clan as you also learn about
your destination’s culture, history
and hidden gems from a talented
individual who calls the place home.
You can choose from various

packages depending on your
needs - from a one-hour session to a
three-hour photo tour. Your can then
select your preferred photographer
and coordinate a meeting point,
before stepping in front of the lens.
The professionally shot and edited
photos are then delivered straight to
users’ smartphones between 24 and
48 hours after the shoot via a private
online gallery, so they can view, share,
download and order prints of their
images faster than they can say ‘part-
time Instagram influencer’.
As well as snapping groups, couples

and solo travellers at home or
abroad, Shoot My Travel is ideal for
capturing special occasions like hen
do’s, babymoons, honeymoons and
proposals. Soon-to-be-fiances can
book a dedicated ‘surprise proposal’
package designed to capture the
exact moment they get down on one
knee; and gift cards are also available
so that loved ones can book their
For more information on packages and shoot at their own convenience and
prices, visit www.shootmytravel.com. get some glossy photos that will make
even the top influencers envious.
Contemporary Abstract Paintings by
KIMBERLY J RANDALL
K IM BE R LYJ RA N DA L L . CO M London-based artist and designer, Kimberly Randall is

known for her contmeporary abstract paintings which are
K IM BE R LYJ RA N DA L L @ GMA I L . CO M inspired by travel, nature and an exploration of what it
means to be human. Her work has been shown in a myriad
@K IM BE R LYJ RA N DA L L _ A RT of exhibitions internationally, including the United States,
Scandinavia, and the United Kingdom.
If you are looking for bespoke, travel-inspired contemporary

art for your home, business, hotel or office, contact Kimberly
to see more of her work, purchase a stunning statement
piece or enquire about bespoke commissions.
LIVING LIBATIONS
MUKTI ORGANICS
www.livinglibations.com
www.muktiorganics.com
Living Libations is an exquisite
line of serums, elixirs, and The eponymous brand name originates from
essential oils for those seeking Sanskrit and means to liberate oneself from fear,
the purest of the pure botanical ignorance and false knowledge. In Hindi, it means
health and beauty products on to be reborn. Since its inception, the brand has had
the planet. This collection of many evolutions with an ultimate goal to
rare and exceptional organic encapsulate the finest quality skincare ingredients,
and fair-trade botanical Inspired by Nature™. This philosophy underpins
compounds includes potent their actions and approach to encompass
skincare, dental care, sun care, sustainable, ethical and organic principles in
perfumes, and deodorants. everything they do. The ingredients are selected
based on their functionality, effectiveness and safety
and are used in viable percentages. They believe in
potency as opposed to label claims. The
concentrated formulas do not contain fillers.
Beauty
JANE IREDALE
Files
www.janeiredale.com.au Our pick of the season’s
Using the highest-quality minerals available and
must-haves.
organic ingredients when possible, this full line of
cruelty-free skincare makeup enhances your natural
beauty and nourishes your skin. All makeup and
skincare products are free of parabens, talc,
phthalates, synthetic fragrance and GMO ingredients.
JURLIQUE PALM BEACH COLLECTION

www.jurlique.com www.palmbeachcollection.com.au
Jurlique has been the leader in natural skincare science Palm Beach Collection is a luxurious yet
since 1985. We apply advanced technologies to organic affordable collection that consists of hand-
ingredients from our Australian Farm to create high poured scented candles, reed diffusers and bath
performance, potent skincare. The result: healthy, beautiful products available in an array of inspiring
skin. We understand at this present time everyone is fragrances. A family-owned and run Australian
constantly using hand sanitizers throughout the day so this business, Palm Beach Collection is passionate
portfolio consists of Jurlique Hand Washes, Lotions and about creating beautiful fragrances inspired by
Hand Creams to gently cleanse, rebalance and hydrate the Australia’s coastal landscape.
skin on your hands and maintain your skin’s natural barriers.
EVO
www.evohair.com
Born from a desire to shake up the hair
industry status quo, Evo has grown from
an Aussie upstart into a global movement
of salons, stylists and free thinkers. From
humble beginnings to big ideas… their
mission has remained the same: saving
ordinary humans from themselves.
Evo challenges the status quo, inspiring
a movement of free thinkers, to create
change for the better… with honest
beauty products that respect people
and the planet.
ELKA COLLECTIVE
www.elkacollective.com
A Melbourne based label, Elka Collective is inspired by a
desire to create beautifully constructed feminine clothes
with a focus on luxurious natural fabrics and unique
prints. They design wearable clothing that combines
classic tailoring with a relaxed, easy to wear Australian
aesthetic. There is a sense of timelessness and delicacy
that exists within their collections, allowing pieces to
become treasured elements in every wardrobe. The Elka
Collective customer seeks quality, fashionable and
relaxed garments to fit her lifestyle.
CECILIE COPENHAGEN
www.ceciliecopenhagen-au.com
What started as an all too familiar feeling, a night out with
nothing to wear, a clothing crisis for our creative director
Cecilie Jørgensen, sparked the idea that is now Cecilie
Copenhagen.
Their passion and flair for vibrant coloured designs continues
and today, they reach out globally from their Copenhagen
base, integrating design, arts and vivid dreaming to deliver
distinctive fashion pieces.
Brand
Ambitions
The designers to shop and
what’s worth having
this season.
CONVERSE
www.converse.com
Converse is Sneakers. And Converse is
Change. From All Star to Jack Purcell to
CONS, Converse doesn’t confine itself to
one style or definition. Be who you want to
be in Converse sneakers or clothes. An artist,
rebel, rapper, thinker, gamer, skater, smoke
jumper, freelance dentist, whatever. If you’re
wearing Converse, you know who you are.
MIKOH
www.shop.mikoh.com
Mikoh is the collaboration of the sister duo Oleema and Kalani
Miller. Born and bred in the small beach town of San Clemente in
orange county, California, oleema and Kalani grew up with the
ocean in their backyard. The Mikoh line is their statement on
swimwear for the modern woman, inspired by a life spent in
bikinis and oceans around the world.
Mikoh is synonymous with femininity, beauty and strength. The
line fuses statement prints and colours from around the world
with luxurious fabrics and modern fits. Each bikini is designed to
easily mix and match for one-of-a-kind styles. The collection has
grown to include swimwear, ready-to-wear beach cover-ups,
clothing for the traveller and the dreamer, and mikoh x surf, a line
of surf-ready pieces in smartly cut neoprene. Mikoh is a vision of
swimwear for the certain woman who knows who she is — if not
where she’s going next.
Oleema and Kalani were raised in a family of surfers, designers,
and lovers of the sea. Both were encouraged to explore creativity
and self-expression — oleema through her passion for all things
fashion, Kalani with a paintbrush in hand. Creative expression was
the spirit of the household and the water was a second home. As
teens, the sisters surfed and modelled, travelled, lived swimsuit to
swimsuit. Kalani’s path led to university while oleema took to the
road. Mikoh brought them together in creativity, inspired by the
things they’d seen and learned on their journey — newfound
friends, foreign beaches, distant cultures and customs.
The mikoh brand was born of this lifestyle: swimwear for the
confident modern woman, unique and wearable at home and
abroad. Its name derives from the girls’ last name, miller, as well
as the first initial of Kalani and oleema and their younger sister’s
name, Hana. In Japanese, Miko is a term that once meant “female
shaman” or “female prophecy.”
SIGNIFICANT OTHER
www.shopsignificantother.com
Significant Other is a stylish ‘beach to bar’ brand for the modern woman. Natural fibres
and relaxed, flattering silhouettes are the benchmark of this fresh Australian label.
SEAFOLLY
www.seafolly.com
Feel amazing on the beach this season in a beautiful one piece swimsuit from Seafolly. Shop
the Seafolly collection of on-trend one piece swimsuits in a variety of show-stopping colours
and cuts. Choose from pastel swimsuits, bold block-coloured styles and lots more and get
vacay ready today!
Get that beach-girl glow this season in a beautiful one piece from Seafolly. Discover a wide
range of one piece swimsuits in a variety of colours and styles; from tropical floral one
pieces to fierce animal prints. Choose from a number of pretty one pieces in a number of
on-trend styles and cheeky cuts to get you vacay ready. Our one pieces are packed with
practical features, too, like moulded cups and removable and adjustable straps designed to
accentuate your curves and keep you feeling secure and stylish on the waves.
THE FULL-PIECE
SERPENTINE
ESSENTIALS SEA DIVE DEEP SEASIDE SOIREE BANDEAU ONE
RETRO TANK V NECK ONE HIGH NECK PIECE, $170
MAILLOT, $90 PIECE, $130 MAILLOT, $170
THE DRESS
BEACH EDIT BOYFRIEND HARBOUR LINEN

COVER UP, $100 COVER UP, $150 JACQUARD COVER SERPENTINE TIERED
UP, $100 MAXI DRESS, $170
THE ACCESSORIES
HOLIDAY KARIA TIE UP MINI BAG, TURIMETTA GOLD -

CLUTCH, $30 SANDAL, $90 $60 GREEN MONO, $70
BONNIE & NEIL
www.bonnieandneil.com.au
Let these new trends inspire you to create
One of Australia’s most popular independent
textile brands, Bonnie and Neil is the creation
of design duo Bonnie Ashley and Neil
Downie. Bringing together their backgrounds
in floristry, fine art, textiles, furniture making
and set design, Bonnie and Neil are known
for their vibrant collections of handmade
products for the home. Creatively influenced
by their surroundings and travels around the
world, Bonnie and Neil’s extensive product
range is functional, modern and timeless.
Their approach to design involves a
combination of traditional printing methods
paired with different applications they’ve
developed over the years. Bonnie and Neil
products are hand screen printed on natural
materials at their studio in Melbourne. It’s this
handcrafted, organic process that makes each
piece unique. From humble beginnings in a
tiny workspace creating products for a few
local stockists, Bonnie and Neil can now be
found on almost every continent. Their
production team has expanded but the
couple still design and handcraft product
themselves maintaining the integrity of the
‘Australian made’ brand that they originally
launched in 2010.
1 3
FLOWERING GUM BLACK
GOLD LARGE, $820
At
Home
HEIRLOOM BLACK
GOLD 50CM, $165 6
CARAFE & TUMBLER
SET MIEL, $89
2
CURVES SAFFRON
4COUCOU TALL GLASS
SET MIEL, $89
5
CARAFE & TUMBLER
GOLD 60CM, $220
SET MIEL, $89
“We travel not to escape life,
but for life not to escape us.”
Photographed by Lauren Schulz
Get to know our cover girl (and favourite jet-setter), Isabelle Mathers.
last look
Your favourite vacation destination? pressure on allocating time to workout. What’s your airport style?
I love so many places but Bora Bora I’ll always have a booty band handy if I A comfy tracksuit set & sneakers.
would have to take the cake. ever want to get in a little workout.
What swimwear trend is a must this
Favourite island or beach hotel? What do you pack to exercise on season?
Santorini, Greece. vacation? I usually pull up my bikini bottoms
A good pair of runners & a mixture of around my waist to accentuate my
On your travel bucket list? activewear sets. curves. I love this look, I think it’s so
I’d love to go to Japan one day! flattering on all different shapes.
Packing essentials?
Top spa? Sunscreen, a portable charger, What activewear trend is a must to
When I find time for self-care I generally headphones and a good pair of walking pack?
treat myself to a facial. I’m yet to spoil shoes Scrunch bum leggings to help
myself with a spa day. compliment that booty ;)
Your packing advice?
You vacation style? I have a habit of overpacking, but How have you been staying inspired
The majority of my suitcase is usually I’m okay with it because I prefer to during Covid while travel has been on
bikinis and throw-overs when travelling have peace of mind knowing that I’m hold?
somewhere tropical. prepared for anything. I would say I have loved seeing how everyone is
don’t stress about keeping packing to a getting creative in different ways since
How do you get ready for a beach minimal, better to be safe than sorry! not being able to travel. I like how we
holiday? were all kind of forced to switch things
I like to browse Instagram and my Skincaare tips when traveling? up & get out of our comfort zone. I love
favourite websites for new outfits before Stay hydrated & sunscreen everyday Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration
a holiday. especially if you’re on a tropical holiday. pictures and ideas.
How do you stay in shape on holliday? Do you have any beauty tips for flying? For more, follow her on Instagram:
When I’m on holidays I’m usually walking Bring a hydrating face mask and eye @isabellemathersx
around a lot so I don’t put too much masks. Drink as much water as you can!!

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Isabelle Mathers

HEALTH & BEAUTY

24, READY, SET, GLOW!

28 ON THE BRIGHT SIDE

38 HUE’S THAT GIRL

44 THE ULTIMATE VACATION

52 THE GREAT ESCAPE

TRAVEL HOME IN EVERY ISSUE

140 THE NEW LUXURY 192 HOME UPGRADES 12 CONTRIBUTORS

158 SUITE SPOTS 202 LAST LOOK

171 HAUTE HOTELS

ART & PHOTO

ARE THERE ANY PARTICULAR IMAGES

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Matt Dillon What beach or island are you

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This season, opt for a shade less ordinary for a

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