Hotel Lindrum Located in the heart of Melbourne, this award winning boutique 59 room hotel combines classic architecture and the ultimate in contemporary facilities and personalized service. 26 Flinders Street MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9668 1111 www.hotellindrum.com.au

Lyall Hotel and Spa Step into this chic world of indulgence, at this intimate urban resort. The Lyall Hotel's leafy South Yarra address is shopping & dining heaven with Toorak Road & Chapel Street just there and all of Melbourne's popular attractions close by. 14 Murphy Street SOUTH YARRA (+61 3) 9868 8222 www.thelyall.com

The Hatton Offering vibrant, stylish and sophisticated deluxe hotel accommodation, The Hatton is proudly Melbourne in style and attitude. Their 20 contemporary suites cater for discerning business & leisure travelers who appreciate quality inner city accommodation & the high level of personal service that comes with a small hotel. 65 Park Street SOUTH YARRA (+61 3) 9868 4800 www.hatton.com.au

The Prince The Prince, a 40-room small hotel housed within The Prince of Wales property is located in cosmopolitan St Kilda. The Prince presents a style unrivalled in a city renowned for its unique fusion of fashion, food and culture. The Prince is within easy walking distance of the beach as well as many of Melbourne’s finest dining venues. (+61 3) 9536 1111 www.theprince.com.au

Lake House Lake House is a boutique hotel nestled on the shores of lake Daylesford 80 minutes from Melbourne. The property offers a haven of indulgence including 33 rooms and waterfront suites, an award winning restaurant, 10,000 bottle cellar & the blissfull Salus Day Spa. Kings Street DAYLESFORD (+ 61 3) 53483329 www.lakehouse.com.au More Info...

Boroka Downs Five-star elegance, harmony, quality, seclusion, and privacy amidst abundant native animals and stunning views are the hallmarks of Boroka Downs. Nestled into the Grampians National Park on 300 acres, Boroka Downs is a romantic experience for discerning couples not to be missed. Birdswing Road HALLS GAP 03 53566243 www.borokadowns.com.au

Islington Hotel Islington is a very special, small, luxe hotel with a long history and a large and delightful garden, affording quite special views of Mount Wellington. Decorated with fine artworks and furnished with antiques, Islington appeals to those who want the very best in life, surrounded by great service, presented in an atmosphere of serenity, luxury and tranquillity. 321 Davey Street HOBART (+61 3) 6220 2123 www.islingtonhotel.com

Mizu B&B Retreat & Spa Mizu B&B Retreat & Spa, offers boutique accommodation exclusively for women, with sweeping views of the bay. An ideal retreat for the savvy business women wanting to escape, relax & rejuvenate. A limited number of guests ensures your stay is private & restful. 38 Menzies Cl, Olivers Hill FRANKSTON SOUTH +61 42 4105021 www.mizu-retreat-spa.com

Olive Grove Retreat The Maison Olive Grove Retreat is a totally sensuous experience. Every element of this retreat has been thought about from the indulgent interior to the amazing outdoor setting. Only 90 minutes from Melbourne and yet another world away. (+61) 0403 876 988 www.olivegroveretreat.com

Peppers Springs Retreat Peppers Springs Retreat is a historic Art Deco hotel set in the charming village of Hepburn Springs in the heart of Victoria's Spa Country. The Hepburn Springs, in the Macedon Ranges, are just over an hour's drive from Melbourne, & 3km from Daylesford with its many boutiques, cafes & restaurants. 124 Main Road HEPBURN SPRINGS (+61 3) 5348 2202 www.thesprings.com.au

The Mansion Hotel Just over 20 minutes drive from Melbourne, The Mansion Hotel, is located behind the original 1870s mansion and offers 91 deluxe guestrooms. Set in 10 acres of formal English gardens featuring a beautiful lake and grotto, it provides the perfect luxury getaway, with an indulgent day spa, award-winning restaurant, indoor pool and spa. K Road WERRIBEE (+61 3) 9731 4000 www.mansionhotel.com.au

vervebeachside vervebeachside specialises in exclusive premium accommodation & serviced apartments & leisure travel on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. They offer a range of accommodation options from family breaks to indulgent weekend retreats. (+61 3) 9686 7462 www.vervebeachside.com.au

Voyages Hotels and Resorts Voyages Hotels & Resorts is a unique Australian travel company offering premium holiday experiences in some of Australia's most spectacular and indulgent locations. Choose from an array of award-winning resort accommodation and tours from Central Australia, the Daintree Rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, to the alpine mountains of Tasmania. 1300 134 044 www.voyages.com.au

Woodbox Mountain Retreat Woodbox is a contemporary mountain retreat, located in the heart of the Yarra Valley. The luxury,self contained accommodation provides a stylish and secluded getaway ;complete with king beds,spa bath,woodfire and espresso machine. 338 NYORA ROAD HEALESVILLE (+61 3) 59626658 www.woodboxretreat.com.au

Air New Zealand Air New Zealand provides airfares, holidays and flights in New Zealand as well as to Australia and worldwide. Visit their website to book online. www.airnewzealand.co.nz

Aurora Expeditions Aurora Expeditions lead cruises to mysterious & alluring destinations. The cruises include Antarctic and Arctic Expeditions, the Kimberley & more. Visit their website for information on slide nights & how to join an expedition. 182 Cumberland Street THE ROCKS (+61 2) 9252 1033 www.auroraexpeditions.com.au

Spa Travel Spa Travel coordinates the best in spa resorts, spa health retreats & spa hotels & retreats within Australia & around the world. So surrender & rejuvenate your mind, body & soul…Remember, it is your time…you deserve it. Reservations 1300 13 11 16 www.SpaTravel.com.au

Travel Wings Travel Wings is one of Australia's leading luxury travel planners with intimate knowledge of hundreds of destinations world wide & fine attention to detail. Experts in designing distinctive travel experiences for the discerning traveller; allowing you the luxury of time & ease. 0414 622101 (+61 3) 9646 6036 www.travelwings.com.au

World Expeditions World Expeditions is one of the world’s original adventure travel companies. Starting as a Himalayan trekking company in 1975, they have evolved into one of the leading authorities in the field of adventure tourism. World Expeditions cover all continents, with trips ranging from adventure touring to introductory trekking & cycling adventures, to sea kayaking & mountaineering trips. 1300 720 000 www.worldexpeditions.com

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet has been bringing us the essential guides to world travel for years, but have now become so much more with their fantastic interactive and informative website. As always providing travellers everywhere with reliable, comprehensive and independent travel information in print and online. www.lonelyplanet.com

LUXE City Guides LUXE City Guides are the definitive travel and style guides to the best Asian, European and Australian cities for the discerning traveller. The new updated 2006 Melbourne and Sydney editions are out now. www.luxecityguides.com

The Qantas Club Feel welcome at over 250 lounges worldwide. Whenever you travel, make The Qantas Club your first destination for business or leisure. You're now welcome in over 250 Qantas Club, partner airlines and associated lounges worldwide, where you can relax and unwind, or keep working without interruption. 13 11 31 www.qantas.com.au

Where to Wear Traveling overseas in the next few months? Before you jump on the plane, jump online & buy a 'Where to Wear' shopping guide to the world's fashion capitals - World renowned as the insiders shopping bible, they are essential authority on fashion shopping in 11 cities around the globe. Visit their website to purchase ONLINE (+ 61 2) 9361 3341 www.wheretowear.com

World Nomads World Nomads Travel Insurance is designed specifically for adventurous independent travellers, they cover overseas medical, evacuation and luggage such as iPods and digital cameras. You can buy online even after you have left home, extend your policy indefinitely and make claims online from anywhere in the world while you are still away. 0800 110 202 (NZ) 1 300 787 375 (Aust) www.worldnomads.com