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Tunapo Escape: A romantic farm getaway just 35 minutes from Wellington
The outdoor bath has sweeping views out to Kāpiti Island.

Room Check: Is this the best hotel in Melbourne?
A review of newcomer, the Standard X in Fitzroy, open since August.

After a boutique Sydney stay? Viva’s deputy editor knows just the spot
This boutique hotel has some of the city's best eateries on its doorstop.

Room Check: What it's like to stay at the famous, five-star Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
Princess Diana stayed there, and now so have I.

Island time: Relax and unwind at Samoa's revamped beachfront resort
The Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort has reopened after a $17 million renovation.

Novotel Sydney CBD's $20 million upgrade
Jenni Mortimer checks in to see where the hotel's money has been spent.

Lanson Place Parliament Gardens hotel opened in September - what's it like?
The perfect base to discover everything Melbourne has to offer.

Why I expected to pay more at this five-star Perth hotel
Your wallet won't go completely unscathed, but you get plenty of grandeur for your dollar.

This brand-new Auckland City Hotel is a Goldilocks find for longer term stays
There is thoughtful comfort and convenience at this new inner-city hotel.

UK bound? This apartment-hotel make the most of London's best sights
Review: The best place to stay for a holiday in London.

There’s a new, good reason to spend some time at Melbourne Airport
Review: The new Novotel hotel is ideal for a luxurious layover

I may have found myself in The Truman Show at this slick Sydney hotel
It's not what I was expecting at check-in.

Jesse Mulligan reflects on his stay at the uber-luxe Ritz-Carlton Kyoto
Is this $2000 per night hotel worthy of a return visit?

Why this hotel experience changed the way I fly forever
For those looking for a seamless way to relax and prepare for travel, look no further.

Club InterContinental opens in Auckland, but is it worth the upgrade?
"The Club is to the InterContinental, what the Koru Club is to Auckland Airport."

This was the most luxurious hotel I’ve been to - and it’s in Auckland
Catching an early flight? This hotel is a godsend.

Checking in to SkyCity's newest offering, Horizon Hotel
Bethany Haverland tries out the latest high-end hotel to hit Auckland's skyline.

Summer is months away - but Noosa Blue Resort is already hot
A flying visit to Noosa offers a welcome escape from NZ's winter chill.

Imagine yourself in Niue’s only resort
Check into a clifftop vacation spot secluded between the palms.

Lorna Riley checks into the super-luxe Imperial Hotel on the Gold Coast
This five-star hotel will treat you like an A-list celebrity, regardless of status.