Signature Luxury Travel & Style

Nihiwatu stretches along the southern coast of West Sumba, a white-sand arc of 2.5 kilometres. This beach is home to a sacred stone where animist priests, known as rato, divine the success of the harvest, and ikat-wearing farmers watch over docile bu

CRUISING with Hurtigruten is more than just experiencing a destination. At the heart of the MS Roald Amundsen, guests will find the ship’s innovative and unique Science Center. This custom-built multi-purpose area offers a haven for passengers to con

This issue we welcome Andrew Conway to our team as executive editor. Andrew is a colossal – and exciting – addition to the Signature team. He brings over 20 years of experience working on major newspapers and magazines, specialising in luxury and tra

Australia’s landmark private island resort is about to usher in a new era of discovery, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Great Barrier Reef. Opening 1 July, InterContinental Hayman Island Resort will immerse you in a world of natural beaut

Step into a world of pure imagination at JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa. This pastel enclave of 234 rooms and villas on the powder-white sands of Bai Khem brings style, opulence and all-out whimsy to Vietnam’s largest island. Architect

The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan’s unique Gross National Happiness (GNH) index has risen with the opening of three luxury lodges by Six Senses Bhutan. Located in Thimpu, Punakha and Paro, the three retreats will be joined by two more lodges in Gangtey

Check in to The Crawford Hotel, a boutique city base in the newly repurposed historic landmark, Denver Union Station, or the Halcyon, with a rooftop pool and bar in the Cherry Creek shopping neighbourhood. Explore the Mile High City’s creative neighb

Azure-blue waters, glorious sunsets and uncompromising opulence – the Maldives needs no introduction. But its newest private-island hideaway is something out of the ordinary. Kate Powell speaks with Joali’s Area Director of Sales and Marketing, Alan

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | TBC February 2020 It’s the world’s most famous party, an overwhelming display of sequins, feathers and, of course, non-stop samba dancers. Walk outside and you’ll be immersed in four days of parades and block parties taking p

Enjoy hand-mixed cocktails and tasty bites at The Cooper Lounge in Denver Union Station or Death & Co Denver in The Ramble Hotel. Discover some of Denver’s must-try restaurants, including Tavernetta, Rioja, Mercantile Dining & Provision, Guard & Grac

Nothing says ‘exclusivity’ quite like a private island retreat. We ask the experts – some of Australia’s most respected Virtuoso travel advisors – to recommend their top picks for seclusion, style and service. Private island resorts stand at the pinn

At Ecolodge La Estancia, every room has the best view in the house. Perched on the highest slopes of Isla del Sol, the island revered by the Inca as the birthplace of the sun, each of the lodge’s 16 adobe cottages enjoys panoramic vistas across Lake

After a month-long safari odyssey across Tanzania and Kenya in celebration of my mother’s 75th birthday, we were Seychelles-bound as our East African grand finale. Choppering the 30 kilometres from Mahé, we exchanged knowing glances as our pilot poin

He raises his eyebrows ever so slightly; she gives a subtle nod. Next minute, their bodies are entwined on the dance floor of a Buenos Aires milonga or dance hall. There’s a secret code when it comes to tango dancing, an exchange of expressions where

Our helicopter swoops to the right and we catch our first glimpse of Azura Quilalea Private Island. From the sky, we look down on an emerald islet edged with four white-sand beaches and Mozambique’s brilliant cobalt seas. Magnificent villas perch at

What is it about polo that sets the heart racing? Is it the power of the ponies, their manes flying in the wind, the thwack of the wooden mallets as they strike the ball, the handsome players, or the champagne flowing at divot-stomping time, perfecte

There’s a moment, around dawn, when the early-morning mist begins to burn off with the first of the sun’s rays. Sensing the new day, howler monkeys start whooping in chorus, setting off an orchestra of birds, from parrots to toucans. Sitting at the t

7 days, Patagonia, Chile To hike the ‘W trek’ through Patagonia’s awe-inspiring landscape is to encounter natural beauty at its most majestic. Torres del Paine National Park is a Biosphere Reserve of towering granite, turquoise lakes and wildlife spa

A call comes over the two-way: “There’s a crossing at number six.” Our guide Henry throws the jeep into reverse, spins around and floors it like a maniac. We hear the herd before we see it, the thundering hooves of thousands of wildebeest, zebra and

As if Sri Lanka couldn’t get any more Insta-glam, this teardrop-shaped island off the coast of India has raised the luxury retreat bar once again. Located next to Yala National Park in the country’s southeast, Wild Coast Tented Lodge features 28 suit

Director of Maasai Wanderings and Nasikia Camps Having fallen in love with Tanzania as a young nurse, Donna’s professional ventures are centred on supporting the local Maasai community. Donna Duggan is beloved by her staff. They call her Mama, seek h

We squint as we tip-toe single-file behind the small beacon of torchlight that leads us to our seats. A long, formidable cry penetrates the darkness, and then a single flaming torch emerges, illuminating the face of a young man wearing only a loin cl

I’m on a snowmobile cruising at about 80 kilometres per hour over sea ice. The cold is taking a savage toll on the exposed parts of my face, but I’m more worried about losing sight of my fast-moving companions than maintaining any semblance of comfor

It wasn’t that long ago that driverless cars seemed like an esoteric experiment for bored tech giants. In the last five years, we have seen automation advance from an engineering curiosity to a feature already in use on our roads. The changes awaitin

Boeing has made a massive step into the supersonic future by partnering with Aerion to bring its AS2 12-passenger business jet to the public. The manufacturer’s investment will accelerate the development of technology and aircraft design to see tomor

It’s summer in Antarctica, and instead of grey skies and snowstorms, the icy continent dazzles. For those of us who have hiked to the summit of Danco Island, a 155-metre ascent where gentoo penguins nest on rocky outcrops, the world below glitters li

Red-chested frigate birds, supersized tortoises, blue-footed boobies, green turtles and golden iguanas are among the galaxy of wonderful creatures you’re almost certain to encounter – at very close quarters – around Ecuador’s remote Galápagos archipe

“Dear John, Welcome to the end of the world.” As hotel greetings go, this ominous note is hard to beat, even if tongue-in-cheek. Yet it’s almost true, with the hotel, The Singular Patagonia, located towards the tip of South America and overlooking th

The passion of Calvin Klein’s signature range is reignited with Eternity Flame, an Oriental his-and-hers duo linked by labdanum resin, a luxuriant ambergris-like aroma. RRP from $69 for 50mL Eau de Parfum The Nomade Eau de Parfum is now available as

To walk the superyacht hotspots of Antibes, on the French Riviera, or Palma, in Spain’s Balearic Islands, is to realise that Australian accents are as prominent on superyachts as bare feet and vintage champagne. The Land Down Under is blessed with su

Of the 41 different outfits worn by the Duchess of Sussex during the 16-day royal tour of Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific in late 2018, one stood out: a whimsical black-and-white cocktail dress from storied American brand Oscar de la Renta, wo

Audrey Hepburn may be a hard act to follow, but Lady Gaga certainly made her mark as a Tiffany & Co. brand ambassador during the 2019 Hollywood awards season, stepping out in a series of head-turning pieces from the archives of the 182-year-old New Y

Want stars in your eyes? Dine under dazzling constellations at Tali Wiru’s open-air restaurant in the heart of the Red Centre. Meaning ‘beautiful dune’ in the local Anangu dialect, Tali Wiru features a small cluster of outdoor tables, set for only 20

Invention and experimentation have been at the heart of Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey’s mission since they first established themselves as a leading Swiss watch manufacturer 15 years ago. In a short period, these masterminds have gifted the world

Cementing her status as one of Australia’s top eyebrow artists, Amy Jean’s sixth Australian boutique, Privée East, is the second of its kind in the Brow Queen’s portfolio of Privée experience boutiques. Arriving at the InterContinental Double Bay, I’

Perched on a tiny island in Angra dos Reis, just west of Rio de Janeiro, this spectacular retreat is encased in glass to welcome inside the tropical foliage on one side and views of the South Atlantic Ocean and undulating Brazilian coastline on the o

Abercrombie & Kent is already an expert at curating thoughtful itineraries with a luxurious bent, but focusing on wellness brings a rejuvenating new dimension to the tour operator’s journeys through Kenya, Peru, India and Southeast Asia. Limited to a

Thanks to skyrocketing improvements to infrastructure, security and quality of service over the past few years, Latin America has become a major player in the world’s MICE space. The region is made all the more appealing by the vast amount of attract

Winner – Unique Accommodation Stay aboard this luxury houseboat on an overnight itinerary from Derby to see this awe-inspiring Kimberley wonder. Winner – Major Tourist Attractions Winner – Cultural Tourism Australian convict history comes alive at th