escape to luxury

Travel tips and destination insights from the luxury accommodation specialists - alluxia.com

Stefano Manfredi's Christmas

Stefano Manfredi's Christmas

Calling all Manfredi at Bells devotees, for your dining pleasure Stefano Manfredi has kindly shared some delicious recipes with alluxia for a contemporary twist on Christmas entertaining. Here's part one of our series, this festive entree of roast tomato with buffalo mozzarella and basil pesto...

Rate this blog entry:
Continue reading
4921 Hits

Review: Thala Beach Lodge, Port Douglas

Review: Thala Beach Lodge, Port Douglas

THE LOOK

When you arrive at Thala Beach Lodge you’re greeted with a fruity concoction in a tall glass, decorated with a pineapple wedge, as your luggage is whisked away allowing you to take a moment after travelling to breath deep and relax - you’ve arrived at your destination so let the holiday begin!  Thala Beach Lodge is set on 60 hectares, with bungalows scattered along the landscape, leading to the main reception where ceiling fans languidly swirl at Osprey restaurant. It’s timeless and reminiscent of Dirty Dancing & I love it.

Rate this blog entry:
Continue reading
5093 Hits

Brisbane's Top 10 Best Breakfasts

Brisbane's Top 10 Best Breakfasts

If you follow alluxia on Instagram, you’ll already know we’re a bit partial to breakfast. There is something decadent about breakfast out. Whether it’s a simple crunchy granola or eggs Benedict, breakfast in a buzzy cafe just starts the weekend right.

Here’s our round-up of the best breakfasts in Brisbane.

Rate this blog entry:
Continue reading
8969 Hits

New study reveals hotel reviews can't always be trusted.

New study reveals hotel reviews can't always be trusted.

FAKE hotel reviews are becoming more common and travellers should not rely on user-generated content says research released today by CHOICE.

Rate this blog entry:
Continue reading
5003 Hits

24 Hours in Hobart

24 Hours in Hobart

The Tasmanian capital is so hot right now and the reason the mainland is sitting up and taking notice is in a word MONA. It’s also the stunning scenery, incredible food & wine and warm, welcoming hospitality of the locals that makes it a winner.  Hobart is simply a foodie’s delight, here’s how to make the most of 24 hours in Hobart:

Rate this blog entry:
Continue reading
9353 Hits

Australia's Best Hotel Day Spas

Australia's Best Hotel Day Spas

It’s November already, how did that happen? If the year seems to be whizzing by in a blur of eat, sleep, work, repeat it might be time to unwind, relax and rejuvenate at one of Australia’s best day spas before the silly season is upon us.

Unpack for a few days and pad bare foot from pool to spa to room to restaurant to beach and back again in one of these boutique hotels which caters to your every whim. Spa Getaways are perfect for honeymoons, romantic escapes, girls getaways or hens parties. We are spoilt for choice, with Australia boasting some of the world’s more luxurious spas and alluxia reveals the top 10 list of the country’s finest hotel day spas.

Rate this blog entry:
Continue reading
20437 Hits

Top Stories

Recent Articles