An Inn at the end of a gourmet trail in Paris - France accommodation
An Inn at the end of a gourmet trail in Paris - France accommodation It’s just a convenient Eurostar trip to the heart of Paris where dining and lodging choices are pivotal for any successful stay. Concierge Traveller recommends the Victoria Palace Hotel, located in a quartier of mostly private apartments and close to The Luxembourg Gardens, famed museums, fashion boutiques... Read More
A Capital Meal - London accommodation & dining
A Capital Meal - London accommodation & dining A stay at the 5-star Capital Hotel will leave you totally indulged. This small, traditionally furnished hotel faces residential Basil Street, diagonally opposite Harrods, so its rooms enjoy natural light. The Capital has evolved from being a talked-about restaurant with rooms to an establishment that is the best of British... Read More
Peaks of pleasure - A delicious Switzerland holiday
Peaks of pleasure - A delicious Switzerland holiday The breathtaking depth of gourmet delights in Switzerland may surprise some. The region of Lake Geneva has the world’s highest number of prestigious restaurants studded with Michelin stars and chef’s hats. Their ambience and the quality and originality of dishes make Switzerland a haven for gourmet adventure seekers.... Read More
The secrets of epicurean Spain - a foodie holiday
Europhiles often concentrate on return trips to France or Italy and miss the deeply appetising menu of attractions of Spain. Concierge Traveller is now partnering with a company that has been developed by a passionate Australian who has lived and worked in Spain for the past 7 years. Her flirtation with a language course has become a serious commitment to Spain, its cultures... Read More
Toasts of Tuscany - Villa accommodation in Italy
Toasts of Tuscany - Villa accommodation in Italy In Florence we know the restaurants where real Florentines go to enjoy some of the best traditional food in the city. Chianti is a region where there is an embarrassment of restaurant choices and we have previously extolled the virtues of a self-guided Chianti walk that takes you from Florence to Siena. The walk skirts some... Read More
Como hotels & resorts - Tick, toque and easy on the dough
Como hotels & resorts - Tick, toque and easy on the dough Throwing a pebble into a pond creates a wash of concentric circles that expand until they reach the edge of the pond. In the case of COMO Hotels & Resorts, they have gathered up a talented group of Australian chefs and made masterful ripples in kitchens around the globe. COMO Shambhala Estate near Ubud is... Read More
Sail with a legend - Cruise with Sea Cloud
Sail with a legend - Cruise with Sea Cloud Erika Affolter loves a small ship experience with an “Adventures in Paradise” touch. In 1931 a New York heiress said exactly the same thing but she wanted a yacht built that would be unstintingly lavish and tasteful. Her husband granted her wish and the result was a masted yacht that took the collective breath of high society... Read More
Singapore accommodation at the Shangri-La
Singapore accommodation at the Shangri-La Singapore’s healthy economy and spotless rapid transit system are well-acknowledged but you may be less familiar with its Arab Quarter, the revitalized Chinatown and centuries-old temples. We canvassed our Advisors to find out why you should choose Singapore as a stopover or a holiday destination. The reasons are: art galleries, antique... Read More
A Hong Kong haven - 2 night accommodation package
A Hong Kong haven - 2 night accommodation package Paul Patane outlines some of the features of his favourite Hong Kong Island hotel that make it one of the most outstanding to grace the harbour foreshores: traditional décor, spotless rooms, impeccable service, exceptional comfort and modern facilities. He is talking about the Island Shangri-La. With staff who without exception,... Read More
Tasmanian delight - boutique accommodation and glorious food & wine
Tasmania boutique accommodation and glorious food & wine According to our Executive General Manager, Mary Gava, Tasmania is a bastion of primeval forests, pristine coasts, an unrivalled food and wine culture and the world’s freshest air. Added to this mix are establishments that perfectly complement the essence of the island. One example is the Islington Hotel in Hobart, an... Read More
