Night 1, 2: Hotel InterContinental Sydney Sydney, Australia A Sydney landmark, the InterContinental Sydney transforms the historic 1851 Treasury Building into a world-class, 21st-century hotel. It is located next to the famous Botanical Gardens and the Circular Quay, and is close to other Sydney attractions. Stylish guestrooms, with their sleek contemporary furnishings, feature cushioned window seats and 100% cotton duvets are a most comfortable home. A heated indoor swimming pool awaits your pleasure on the 31st floor. The lovely Cortile restaurant showcases Australia’s colonial heritage in its cuisine under the splendor of its glass skylight and cupola.
Night 3, 4: Silky Oaks Lodge & Healing Spa Mossman, Australia Perched on the edge of the Mossman Gorge overlooking the Mossman River in Daintree Rainforest, Silky Oaks Lodge & Healing Waters Spa blends rusticity and elegance. Guests are accommodated in unique wooden treehouses set into the rain forest, surrounded by lush gardens. Each treehouse has every modern feature and amenity to ensure a comfortable stay. The lovely swimming pool seems to have been created by the rain forest itself. Healing Waters Spa uses the mineral-rich waters of the Mossman River, in combination with essences of local flowers and plants, to invigorate the mind and body. Dining in the Treehouse Restaurant, with its spectacular rainforest and river views, is a most memorable experience.
Night 5, 6: Langham Hotel, Melbourne Melbourne, Australia The Five-star Langham Hotel, Melbourne, is located on the famous Southbank Promenade adjacent to the Arts Center near Federation Square and the Casino. Guest rooms emanate a sense of elegance and feature marble baths with separate tub and shower, broadband Internet access, a comfortable armchair and many other appreciated amenities. The award winning Melba Brasserie affords diners lovely views over the Yarra River and the Melbourne city skyline as well as an intriguing international menu with an Australian flair. Chuan Spa, with more than 40 different treatments, sets a tranquil mood based upon the balance of Yin & Yang. A 15-meter lap pool provides an opportunity for an invigorating swim while enjoying a splendid view over the Yarra River. The readers of Travel + Leisure rank the Langham Hotel, Melbourne, among the top 500 hotels in the world.
Night 7, 8: Langham Hotel, Auckland Auckland, New Zealand Situated in the vibrant heart of New Zealand’s largest city, the Langham Hotel, Auckland, is the perfect place from which to explore the city’s many charms. Long considered one of the best hotels in Auckland, recently completed renovations have enhanced the Langham Hotel’s ambiance and comfort. Spacious, stylish guest rooms feature high-speed broadband Internet, air conditioning, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, bathrobes and slippers and 25-inch TV. The hotel’s fitness facilities, including two gyms and a small heated pool, are especially noteworthy, and the Arcade offers intriguing shopping opportunities. The hotel adds a sense of elegance to Auckland’s restaurant scene with such fine dining venues as Partingtons restaurant and stylish watering holes such as The Winery.
Night 9: Duxton Hotel Okawa Bay Rotorua, New Zealand The Duxton Hotel Okawa Bay enjoys an idyllic setting on the shores of beautiful Lake Rotoiti. This intimate hotel, surrounded by lovely gardens, offers comfortable, newly refurbished and well-equipped guest rooms. Recreational facilities include a heated swimming pool, lighted tennis courts and a private beach. The large restaurant offers tasty Kiwi fare and an excellent selection of New Zealand wines along with stunning views of the lake.
Night 10: Te Anau Hotel & Villas Te Anau, New Zealand Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau near the center of town, the Te Anau Hotel & Villas is the ideal place from which to explore the wonders of New Zealand’s spectacular Fiordland National Park and take in the beauty of Milford Sound. Take a dip in the outdoor heated swimming pool, relax on the lake view terrace or stroll through the extensive gardens and grounds. After enjoying your favorite libation in the lake-view Explorer Bar, sample South Island delicacies in the MacKinnon Room.
Night 11, 12: Crowne Plaza Queenstown Queenstown, New Zealand Right in the center of Queenstown, the Crowne Plaza Queenstown enjoys an ideal setting on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. The well-appointed guestrooms, with their individual balconies, are located over seven graduated floors. The recently totally refurbished hotel has opened a new signature restaurant, ThreeSixty, which focuses on New Zealand’s superb natural produce in its Asian fusion cuisine.
Night 13: Millennium Hotel Christchurch Christchurch, New Zealand Centrally located on charming Cathedral Square in the heart of Christchurch, Millennium Hotel, Christchurch is well situated for exploring the city. Decorated in soothing neutral colors, the welcoming guest rooms offer appreciated amenities such as air-conditioning, double-glazed windows and personalized voicemail; a fully equipped gymnasium is available for guests’ use. Enjoy a unique New Zealand dining experience at Restaurant Piko Piko.