escape to luxury

Calling all fashionistas, there’s a stylish new hotel set to launch in Brisbane, and we have your first look of Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments.

Winter is HERE! In an ultra cool week that even brought snow to Queensland, we are in little doubt that we are in the depths of winter in Australia.

This Friday, we think the weekend drink of choice should be mulled wine - that warming drink that tastes like Christmas in a glass! If you’re a wine lover, this wintery spin of spiced mulled wine is warm, flavourful and oh so comforting.

The Archibald Prize is a great excuse for an art-inspired getaway to Sydney this winter. The annual exhibition opens this weekend and is eagerly anticipated by artists and audiences alike.

What a week! We’ve been catching up in the office and adding new holiday houses and boutique hotels to the alluxia collection, ready for you to browse and book for your next weekend getaway.

Now it’s Friday, which is cause for celebration in itself. So we say hello weekend with a Vodka Negroni! Although, with the cold snap about to hit Australia this weekend, you might be feeling more like some mulled wine by Sunday night.

Port Stephens on the New South Wales North Coast is a bluewater paradise and considered the dolphin capital of Australia, with over 140 bottlenose calling “the Bay” home. While you may be lured to the Bay for endless pristine beaches, don’t be fooled by this peaceful playground, it also has plenty of activities for the adventure seeker.

Niramaya Villas & Spa is a tranquil, tropical oasis with luxurious pavilion style villas ideal for romantic getaways or group gatherings. Arriving at Reception, you’re warmly welcomed and have a great vantage point overseeing the resort’s main pool, bar & restaurant.