The world’s most spectacular aisle in the middle of Australia’s deepest lake leads to an intimate, unforgettable gathering.
Every point of view is perfectly picturesque at Pumphouse Point. This all-but-forgotten structure from Australia’s bygone industrial era has become a luxury boutique hotel offering 360-degree views of unspoiled wilderness. It’s a photographer’s dream!
Pumphouse Point is a boutique wilderness retreat situated inside the Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park, one of the most celebrated Wilderness World Heritage Areas on the planet. The property features the adaptive re-use of industrial art deco buildings, originally built during the 1930s as a state-of-the-art facility to pump water from Lake St Clair to the nearby Tarraleah Power Station. The industrial site was decomissioned in the early 90s and has now been converted to offer 18 rooms of exquisite accommodation, comfy lounges, atmospheric dining, roaring fires and a range of exciting wilderness experiences. One of these buildings, the Pumphouse, is spectacularly positioned 240m out over Lake St Clair - Australia's deepest lake! The other building, the Shorehouse, is a stunning example of art deco design located on the lake's edge and contains the lounge/dining/entertainment venue with giant windows, deck area and exceptional views of the Pumphouse, lake, forest and mountains beyond.
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Rugged terrain, hopping wildlife, salty seabreezes, gourmet eats, countless breweries and distilleries, and the ultimate adventure haven make Tasmania an epic spot for a destination bachelor party. There aren’t many places in the world that feel so removed from urban life as Tassie does. And yet, there are gourmet-driven destinations, luxury hideaways and plenty of things to do and see on this magnificent Australian island. Grab the guys you enjoy adventuring with most and be sure to pack all your gear for hiking, biking, climbing, sailing and more.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Location: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge
As summer floats on by, we’re waxing nostalgic about all things lakeside. From cool and kitschy summer-camp-by-the-lake vibes to posh European lake getaways to our favorite American national parks with lakes, we’ve got starry eyes for all things lake-able. Gather your towels and SPF and let’s head out to where the water is clear and the sunshine is bright.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Location: Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort
From sauna boats to waterfront chapels to safari cruises, we’re covering all the venues that float. We’ve wandered the coast of Indonesia, tiny Australian islands and the Netherlands too. Whether you’re looking for a quick getaway or a place to grab a sunset cocktail, we’ve got a little something that’s guaranteed to help you get your float on.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Location: Satellite Island
It’s that time of year again – when we start planning our summer vacations and jotting down all the glorious ways to spend a hot summery day in the sunshine. With our summer camp days long behind us, we’re plotting trips across the pond to swim through the blush pink waters of the Yucatan, float in the hanging gardens of Bali, sled down active volcanoes in Nicaragua, slather on the luxury of Lake Como, and sip on seriously good wine in Mexico. Come along as we add to your wanderlust-worthy summer bucket list.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Location: Giraffe Manor
Traveling to a remote location often comes along with a bit of a “roughing it” mentality, in which things like around-the-clock electricity, wifi, comfy beds, and spa treatments aren’t exactly readily available. But fear not, luxury mavens, we’ve got a whole slew of secluded hotels around the world that offer up the best of the best in accommodations, amenities and chic factor so you don’t have to rough it at all. Since the journey to the destination is half the fun of the adventure, come along as we explore the private islands of French Polynesia, the land reserves of South Africa, New Zealand’s secret homesteads, and some of the most luxurious properties around the world.
Reporter: Alyssa Brown | Venue: Fogo Island Inn
Once a destination, city, or country is established as the place to be, it’s hard to change that. It’s covered in every travel magazine and woven through everyone’s Instagram feed. So tourists flock to it in droves and that part of the world may ultimately change because of it. But there are SO MANY other places to experience—so many cuisines to savor, so many activities to try, so many adventures to have. This year, choose the unfamiliar over the popular. Travel to new cities, lesser known regions, and off-the-beaten-path spots. If you’re wondering what such a spirited travel plan might look like, we’re put together a pretty radical list to get you started on your journeys.
Reporter: Jake Kilroy
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A shipwreck summer is a feeling. It's wind in your hair, sand in your toes, and the salty mist of the sea on your cheeks. It's a carefree, washed ashore mermaid vibe surrounded by driftwood and rocky shores with tables that are messy, imperfect and not fussed over. It's shucking oysters yourself and not caring that your hands are dirty. It's drinking rosé straight from the bottle and collecting seashells while doing it. Maybe it's a pirate state of mind. We’ve sailed the great seas, swam in deep oceans, kayaked rivers, and dipped into creeks to bring you our not-so-basic beach summer soirée collection. Whether you’re looking to throw a party at a rusty old docking station or soak up some ocean air in the Carolinas, come discover resorts in the South, remote glamping spots, and even a place where you can host a storm watching party in British Columbia's best kept secret cove complete with rainforests. So, if you’re looking to get shipwrecked with your best of friends this summer, we’ve got you covered.
The wait is over and the list is finally here. Presenting the ultimate list of over 100 Hot New Hotel and Venue Openings for 2016! It's looking to be a very good year for all of you gathering gurus out there. We're witnessing the feathering of some very fine five-star farmhouses, perfectly pretty poshtels, historically radiant restorations, bespoke boutiques and inspiring venue openings for "I-do's." Since we know you like to be the first to get the lowdown, we've assembled an all-star list of the most beautiful and buzziest 100+ new venues from 2015 and into 2016 for your to get out and gather gorgeous ones.
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