International Traveller

Turn your dreams into reality, with International traveller you will be guided to the most irresistible destinations in the world. Whether you're after an adventure, or a luxury escape this magazine has got you covered

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International Traveller

ONLINE • We are thrilled to introduce you to the all-new internationaltraveller.com – here are a few of our favourite features.

NOMAD • News, culture and design notes from around the world

WISH YOU WERE HERE

Fire and ice • Meet the expeditions that connect the Pacific Ocean’s two sides: icy tundra at the edge of the world in Alaska and the lush, tropical shores of Hawai’i.

The lowdown • From the hottest new beach club in Italy to big cat adventures in India’s Ladakh, buckle up for these beguiling new offerings in global travel.

The ultimate South Pacific escape • The South Pacific is paradise found. From exclusive island escapes to unforgettable moments at sea, discover seven experiences that reimagine this idyllic region.

PILLOW TALK • An art-filled Egyptian farmhouse and a beautiful biophilic design displayed in the towering heights of Tokyo are among the most exciting new hotels to put on your radar right now.

The dish • From a silver-platter burger crossing the Atlantic to Japanese-Peruvian alchemy in Singapore, here are the latest and greatest places to dine around the globe.

Away game • Pack for a holiday that knows how to have fun, from poolside to court to cocktail hour.

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS • Find your own version of paradise on Fiji’s Denarau Island.

THE VIEW • Groundbreaking art exhibitions and bucket-list festivals: these events are worthy of a spot in your calendar.

Beyond Milford Sound: the Fiordland experience you need to know about • Travel from NZ’s Southern Alps towards the Tasman Sea on a hosted wilderness journey that combines jet boating, walking and an unforgettable flight above Milford Sound.

Harbour chic • Flaunting tactile interiors that speak to Sag Harbor’s maritime whaling heritage, this revamped Hamptons hideout is luring the creative set.

WISHFUL THINKING • Commanding breathtaking views in the far north of the country, Hope is a first of its kind in Scotland, built to impress the well-travelled with its handcrafted program centred on adventure, restoration and conservation, writes Rosie Conroy.

The insider experience • From deliciously cool, crystal-clear lakes to lush fields and paddling through icebergs, you won’t find these stops on just any itinerary.

POSTCARDS • Dispatches from destinations defining the moment

48 HOURS IN LOS ANGELES • Elizabeth Whitehead looks beyond the Hollywood sign to discover LA’s true character in its lesser-known neighbourhoods.

Sand, sealed, delivered • Kimpton Kitalay Samui’s villas are setting the benchmark for secluded luxury.

THE LONG VIEW • In a tranquil pocket of Phuket, a first foray into wellness retreats teaches valuable lessons in longevity and healthy ageing.

FINDING FIJI • The Pacific paradise perennially tempts Australian travellers with its irresistible alchemy of warm-breezed climes, hop-across access, and a singularly sunny sense of hospitality that derives its warmth directly from its people. But how to select the right resort for you? We visit two recently refreshed properties to help guide your next choice.

IN EVERY SENSE • Quentin Long embarks on Luxury Escapes’ new direct flight from Melbourne to Malé and finds that rather than coming to his senses, he just has to let the Maldives come to him.

BALI & BEYOND • A country on our doorstep, Indonesia is an all-time favourite among Aussie holidaymakers. But even the most well-trodden destination has surprises in...