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Sydney Festival 2015

Sydney Festival 2015

Sydney, you’ve done it again! Sydney Festival returns with a spectacular program of free and ticketed events spanning contemporary and classical music, theatre, dance and more for a sizzling summer of fun.

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Luxperience 2014

Luxperience 2014

This week we attended Luxperience: an industry event for bespoke luxury and high-end experiential travel. If you follow our Instagram feed, you’d think it was all Champagne, canapés and fun in the harbour city, however there was a serious side to the conference. We commenced with a Thought Leaders Forum held at the iconic Luna Park. Luxperience CEO, Lindy Andrews discussed the ‘New Luxury’ in her opening address, which is more personal and immersive travel rather than generic 5 star hotels.  We couldn’t agree more and alluxia strives to bring unique experience so you can live like a local and explore the destination, rather than feeling like a tourist. We did note a lack of discussion around technology in tourism, certainly one of our passions…

Here’s our highlights, tips and news in luxury travel and what’s hot in Australia and New Zealand right now!

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Hunter Valley Wine Weekends

Hunter Valley Wine Weekends

Home to some of the oldest vines and biggest names in Australian wine, the Hunter Valley is a drawcard for lovers of a quality drop.  Word on the street is the 2014 vintage is set to be a cracker! Talk of “best ever” and “vintage of the century” are being whispered by winemakers.  Hunter Valley 2014 Semillons are being bottled and released now, whilst 2014 reds are maturing in oak barrels until their release later in 2015.

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Barossa Gourmet Weekend 2014

Barossa Gourmet Weekend 2014

It all started in the mid-80s by a handful of wineries wanting to celebrate the region by showcasing Barossa wines paired with culinary delights over a winter’s weekend at their cellar doors. From these humble beginnings, Barossa…Be Consumed Gourmet Weekend has evolved into a celebration of the best of the Barossa food, wine and arts.

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One&Only Whitsundays

One&Only Whitsundays

All eyes were on the Whitsundays today as Qantas returned direct flights between Sydney and Great Barrier Reef Airport, making it easier for Sydneysiders to head to the Whitsundays.

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at Marina Shores Review

at Marina Shores Review

 

Fabulous coastal views from morning until the spectacular sunset, this is the Whitsundays. Escaping the winter chill, we’ve headed north to discover the best of the Whitsundays and indulge in some island hopping.

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