Experience the glorious sounds, sights, rhythm, and beauty of the Asama Onsen district at Matsumoto Jujo Hotel, where warmth and prime hospitality are hallmarks. Carefully laid in a strategic part of the city, the retreat is a short distance from landmarks and fascinating attractions such as the Matsumoto Alps Park, Timepiece Museum, Castle, and Airport. Once here, guests have accommodation options in 38 rooms and suites split across two hotels with views of the city and mountains. All options are outfitted with a walk-in shower, hot tub, separate toilet, fridge, coffee maker, satellite TV, and some with air-conditioning. Two on-site restaurants cater to the gastronomic affairs of guests, offering Japanese and international cuisines on the principle of contentment rather than opulence. On the outdoors, guests can feel the city’s unique vibe by dining and lounging at the hotel’s two off-site cafes. Away from in-room luxuries and amenities, recline at the hotel’s garden area for an airy relaxation or at the sun terrace for city views, while the bar and lounge is a soothing atmosphere for meeting new acquaintances over a glass of wine or two. Feel renewed and vitalised in soul and body with sessions at the spa centre, where various massages and treatments pamper your body to wellness and pleasure. Venture into the city to explore its charms, marvelling at the Matsumoto Castle and going back in time at the timepiece museum, among other attractions.

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The Awaroa Lodge is built within the Abel Tasman National Park making it an ideal base for the great Abel Tasman Coastal Walk. Inaccessible by road, it is surrounded by pristine waterways and native forest, constructed to make the most of its secluded location. Remotely situated, Awaroa Lodge is a TV and cellphone free environment although Wifi is available generated by its own satellite power offering a rare opportunity to truly escape, relax and rejuvenate. Combining simplicity of design with comfort and warmth, drink down the finest local wine at the bar, pamper yourself at the day spa, refresh with a salty swim at nearby beach, unwind to a hot shower, browse the well-stocked library, indulge in gourmet food, comfortable beds, an abundance of bird life and sensational night skies. A truly immersive experience.

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Experience serenity and luxury at the northern most resort on the Great Barrier Reef, and a luxury lodge of Australia, Lizard Island Resort. Truly secluded from the rest of the world, the resort is located right on the Great Barrier Reef and offers 24 white sand beaches and over 1000 hectares of national park. Enjoy a choice of stunning private villas, suites or the Pavilion and take to the crystal clear blue waters with numerous water activities available from diving and snorkeling, to deep sea fishing at the resort’s Beach Club. In addition to incredible water activities, relish in the natural surrounds on a private beach picnic, tantalize your taste buds with superb food and wine in the open and expansive main lodge area or indulge in spa treatments at the gorgeously appointed onsite day spa. A truly remarkable setting matched with truly remarkable service awaits at Lizard Island Resort.

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We have everything arranged for you so that you can just enjoy exploring the world-famous Queen Charlotte Track on foot independently over 5 days. The Queen Charlotte Track 'Lodge to Lodge' Walk is recommended by NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ADVENTURE MAGAZINE. Rest each night at the best boutique lodge accommodation available in the Marlborough Sounds within access to the Queen Charlotte Track in a stunning setting where your hosts will prepare gourmet meals. Enjoy a rest day on Day 4 to rejuvenate and relax in the stunning Marlborough Sounds.

The Queen Charlotte Track, a 70km long New Zealand walking trail, is one of New Zealand's nine Great Walks, renowned for its stunning views and contrasting landscape, historical landmarks and a wide variety of native bush and wildlife. The spectacular trail, stretching from historic Ship Cove to Anakiwa, passes through dense coastal forest, tranquil coves and inlets, and along awe inspiring skyline ridges offering breathtaking views. This comfortable itinerary takes in all the highlights of the famous track incorporating gorgeous coastal hikes, exploring the stunning Marlborough Sounds, and admiring the lush native forest. This is a unique and spectacular walking trip through a renowned area of natural beauty and significance. As you pass through lush coastal forest, historic bays, and along dramatic ridges you'll learn of the region's heritage from your expert guides. The terrain is varied and the itinerary mixes easily manageable sections with more challenging routes. A moderate level of fitness is recommended to make the most of this exhilarating experience.

Accommodation each night is at a different lodge, each recognised for its superior quality and comfort. After a day's hiking you'll indulge in a 3-course gourmet meal with wine before retiring to your private room.

Your experience includes 4 nights' accommodation at exclusive boutique lodges, all meals and snacks, water taxi transfers, luggage transfers and return group transfers from/to Picton.

Combining the best of New Zealand walking experiences with exclusive boutique lodges, and great food, the Queen Charlotte Track Lodge to Lodge Self-Guided Walk is utterly unique.

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You can choose to have a local guide for your first day. The first day is regarded as the premier section of the Queen Charlotte Track with many beautiful views of Marlborough Sounds. Your local guide will explain the European and Maori connections of this significant historical area as well as providing detailed information on flora and fauna along the trail and general track advice. You are then well equipped to continue on your way for the remainder of your self-guided walk for the rest of three days. Additional cost: $250 per person.

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Plunge with aplomb into the metaphorical pool of serene excellence and exquisite luxuriousness at Tobira Onsen Myojinkan. Launched in 1931 in Matsumoto City, it is strategically planted in the nucleus of the Japanese Northern Alps, whose mountainous peaks are objects of veneration and pilgrimage. A member of Relais & Chateaux, this oasis offers therapeutic, delightful views of soul-calming, picturesque snowy peaks in winter, and a body-rejuvenating experience of traditional, bubbling hot springs. Tobira Onsen Myojinkan is graciously fragmented into 27 Japanese styled and 17 western styled rooms that exhibit an effortless, harmonious amalgamation of modernistic amenities and traditional Japanese furnishings. Experience grand hospitality as you savour delectable portions of sophisticated Kaiseki-style food, which is a marvellous blend of textures, flavours and colours at Shinshu Dining TOBIRA. Creatively fashioned from traditional Japanese ingredients by recognized culinarians such as Masahiro Tanabe, are French cuisines, at the Nature French SAI restaurant. Indulge in relishing exquisite wines and drinkables, whilst being guided by experienced sommelier: Masashi Kurihara. Relieve yourself of daily tension by immersing in the warm, restorative waters of hot spring baths at the spa, while also appreciating the expansive, soul-refreshing view of the surrounding nature, making indelible memories. Unprecedented tranquility awaits at this heavenly oasis nestled amongst Japan’s famous mountains.

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Find home among the vines at The Vineyard Retreat. Located in the McLaren Vale and nestled in among beautiful scenic undulating vineyards, this peaceful and stylish vineyard retreat boasts contemporary and well-appointed guest houses and cadoles, each commanding views over South Australia’s most idyllic wine and food region. Spend your days eating and drinking your way through some of the finest cellar doors and restaurants in the world including D’Arenberg and The Cube, Samuels Gorge and Wirra Wirra. At the end of the day, relax on your own private deck or soak in the Jacuzzi located high in the vineyard.

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Experience a piece of countryside luxury at Rowley Estate Homestead. The rural property is nestled among vineyards, farmland, olive and nut groves with spectacular views over the Wither Hills, Richmond Ranges and the southern Alps in the distance. The building sits on 4acres of parkland and is for your exclusive use as fully self-contained luxury accommodation that sleeps up to eight guests. A classic homestead, the restful interior reflects the rural landscape with a combination of natural textiles whilst the exterior leaves space to enjoy the views on the wrap around verandah, picnic on the expansive lawn or enjoying a cocktail. Explore Marlborough’s renowned wineries and remarkable landscapes from own private haven in the heart of Marlborough at Rowley Estate Homestead.

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Marvel at the centre of nature's beauty and opulence on the bay of the Zambezi River at the majestic Matetsi Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Situated on a 50000-hectare private game reserve, offering a combination of immersive wildlife experiences and easy access to the breathtaking Victoria Falls, a beacon of excellence. Be pampered with an enticing slumber time in the first-class suites and villas that give stunning views and comfortable environment to relax in. Experience the constant feel of being a noble owing to the around the clock 5-star treatment, as well as the world-class facilities, including a 20 metre long, rim-flow swimming pool stretching along the riverbank, an exclusive wine cellar that boasts eye-level views of the Zambezi River, a massage sala and boardroom, and a state-of-the-art gym. Out on safaris, discover the wild, take pictures of the breathtaking creatures and be serenaded to the constant music of nature. Hear the genuine call of the wild as it beckons to you from a distance on a walk in the surrounding environment of the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Hop in a canoe and investigate the depths of the enormous Zambezi River and banks from a different perspective.

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Enjoy a slice of heaven at Villa Talia. Nestled in southern Tasmania’s beautiful Huon Valley, just 600-metres from the banks of the Huon River, Villa Talia is a one of Australian Traveller Magazine’s 100 Great Australian Holiday Homes. Stay in one of just two lavish bedrooms, indulge in Tasmania’s famous food and wine, and enjoy a French and Italian influence that goes far beyond the furnishings. It’s time you had a taste of the sweet life! La Dolce Vita!

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Art and history collide at Australia’s first dedicated art hotel. Located in Hobart’s bustling Hunter Street precinct, the city’s oldest waterfront warehouses have been transformed into the sophisticated boutique Henry Jones Art Hotel featuring more than 500 contemporary Tasmanian artworks. Stay in luxury rooms and suites that are as individual as you are. Enjoy Tasmania’s world-class food and wine at the in-house restaurants and bar. Or, explore Hobart’s historic waterfront lined with galleries, award-winning restaurants, bars and cafes.

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