Travel in 20

It is time for an adventure in the desert as this episode of Travel in 20 jets to Dubai with special guest, Jane Hall.  Find out what Jane's first impressions of Dubai were, when she arrived to film season six of Luxury Escapes: The World's Best Holidays. Jane reveals what she loved about her experience in the Dubai desert and shares the one thing any visitor can't miss when they visit.   Jane describes the wonderful offerings – and how she made the most of them – at Atlantis The Royal, Dubai, and reveals her tip for what first-time visitors can expect on a trip to this glittery desert city.   Featured in this episode:  Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Atlantis The Royal, Dubai    Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.    Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

This episode travels to two of Thailand's most popular destinations – Phuket and Khao Lak – as Jacqui is joined by Luxury Escapes' Thailand insider, Tom McMenemie.  Tom starts by sharing what makes Khao Lak such a great destination for couples and families. He talks about what Khao Lak has to offer its visitors and tells Jacqui about one of his favourite activities to do while there.   He elaborates on why there is more to Phuket than Patong and reveals how booking a Luxury Escapes package can work for all budgets. Find out what Tom's top three things to do in Phuket are.  Featured in this episode:  JW Marriott Khao Lak The Shore at Katathani Katathani Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve   Don't miss out on great offers for JW Marriott Khao Lak and Katathani, both featured in Luxury Escapes' Best of the Decade! Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.     Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

We're feeling loved up in this episode of Travel in 20 as Jacqui Felgate is joined by newlywed Holly Kingston.  Holly takes a trip down memory lane of her recent European honeymoon, sharing how she and her husband Jimmy chose their destinations.   She reveals the hotel she fell in love with while filming Luxury Escapes: The World's Best Holidays and why she wanted to return on her honeymoon. Find out what Holly and Jimmy always look for when booking their hotels, what destination surprised them as a must on a European honeymoon itinerary and which island they decided to visit by picking it at random from a map.   Featured in this episode:  Hotel Indigo Rome Leone Blu Suites   Castel Monastero Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas The One Barcelona Vestige Son Vell Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.     Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

It's time to set sail as Travel in 20 takes to the seas in partnership with Virgin Voyages.  Sharon Hando joins Jacqui Felgate to talk about all things cruising and Virgin Voyages. Find out why the Virgin Voyages itineraries are perfect for seasoned sailors and first-time cruisers alike. Sharon explains what passengers can expect onboard Virgin Voyages, from the wellness facilities to the cheekily named ice-cream parlour. Plus, as a cruiser with more than 150 sailings under her belt, Sharon shares her top tips for first-time passengers.   Next, Jacqui is joined by Eugene Loane, who recently experienced Virgin Voyages while on set filming the latest season of Luxury Escapes: The World's Best Holidays. Find out what surprised him most about cruising and why Virgin Voyages converted him to cruises in the future.   Featured in this episode:  Virgin Voyages  Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.     Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

In partnership with Garuda Indonesia and Melbourne Airport, this episode of Travel in 20 goes to Bali!   Aaron Corbett, Luxury Escapes' Bali expert, joins Jacqui Felgate to share his treasure trove of knowledge about how to get the most out of Indonesia on your next trip.    Aaron shares his tips to make a trip to Bali easier than ever, including flying with Garuda Indonesia from Melbourne Airport for a seamless full-service flight, as well as tips on how to book VIP arrival and transfer in Bali. He recounts how he has seen the island change over the years and lets us in on one very important tip: the world's best buffet breakfast.    Plus, he convinces us why every visitor to Indonesia should split their trip into two: with one visit to Bali plus a visit to one of the other incredible islands.    Featured in this episode:   ⁠Potato Head Suites & Studios⁠  ⁠The Mulia⁠  ⁠The Apurva Kempinski Bali⁠  ⁠Mandapa, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve⁠   ⁠Soori Bali⁠  ⁠NIHI Sumba⁠  Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.  Visit ⁠luxuryescapes.com⁠ to get more from your next holiday.   Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

In partnership with Tourism Western Australia, this episode of Travel in 20 goes west to discover the wonders of Western Australia. Jacqui is joined by Fleur Bainger, a Perth-based journalist who shares everything visitors need to know about exploring the vast beauty of Western Australia. Fleur tells us why an overnight stay on Rottnest Island is better than just a day trip. She recommends some of her favourite places – including some off-the-beaten-track – for wining and dining in Margaret River and shares where in Busselton you can find a restaurant helmed by a former chef of Noma. Jacqui and Fleur then head north towards UNESCO World Heritage Site-listed Ningaloo Reef and finally arrive in the Kimberley. Find out why hiring a 2WD or 4WD for the self-drive between Broome and the Dampier Peninsula is a great way to connect to country and visit local Indigenous communities. Featured in this episode:  ⁠COMO The Treasury⁠  ⁠Alex Hotel⁠   ⁠ Kimberley 2024 Small-Group Tour with Kununurra Flight, Pearl Farm Stay & Buccaneer Archipelago Sunset Cruise⁠   Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.   Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape. Visit ⁠luxuryescapes.com⁠ to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

In partnership with Australia's North West, this episode of Travel in 20 is swept up by the magic of Broome.  Jacqui is joined by Claire Wilson, who moved to Broome from Perth and says the slower pace of life is like being on holiday every day.  Find out what ‘Broome time' is and why the colours of this coastal pearling town as so striking and unique. Claire tells us about the benefits of hiring a car and offers her suggestion for the first thing visitors should do when they arrive in Broome. Plus, she also gives us her tips for the best places to eat in Broome, including where you can try pearl meat tortellini.   Uncover what event is “unmissable” for every visitor to Broome and hear Claire reveal her top locations for admiring the iconic Broome sunsets. Learn where you can see nurse sharks feeding, find the best mango smoothies and follow in David Attenborough's footsteps.   Featured in this episode:  Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa Cable Beach Sunset Camel Ride Pearl Farm Tour Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.     Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

In partnership with Tourism Banff & Lake Louise, this episode of Travel in 20 is headed to the stunning landscape of Canada's Banff and Lake Louise.  Jacqui is joined by Ali Buckingham, a Banff local who says that her hometown is a truly magical place.Find out why Ali loves wintertime in Banff and why she describes it as “like a snowglobe”. Ali shares what makes snowsports in Banff National Park so exceptional, and also reveals what visitors can do if they aren't keen skiers. Ali tells us why seeing a glacier is a must for every visitor and how you can warm up in winter by following a delicious hot chocolate trail throughout the town. Featured in this episode: Canada 2023/2024 Small-Group Winter Tour  Fairmont Banff Springs Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise  Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape. Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale.

Bula! This episode of Travel in 20 takes off to the island paradise of Fiji.  Joining Jacqui is Eugene Loane, Luxury Escapes' resident Fiji expert, and together they explore what makes Fiji such an unbeatable holiday destination – and why it isn't just for families.   Only a few hours' flight away from Australia's east coast, Fiji's proximity makes it an ideal (but often overlooked) long weekend destination. Eugene talks to how easy it is to get to Fiji and how travellers have a plethora of luxury hotel and resort options once they arrive.   He discusses some of his favourite escapes, including where you can stay in a villa bigger than an apartment and a private island that was once owned by the founder of Red Bull.   Featured in this episode:  Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort Six Senses Fiji   Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape. Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday. Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale.

It's time for a family trip! This episode of Travel in 20 has Luxury Escapes CEO and co-founder, Adam Schwab, reveal his top tips for travelling with young kids.   Adam has experienced his fair share of long- and short-haul flights with his children, and he elaborates why flight departure times are key to getting your trip off to a flying good start.   Adam looks back on some of his favourite family holidays in Fiji and talks about why this South Pacific destination is a perfect go-to for families. He then takes us to Phuket and Khao Lak to share some of his top recommended stays for those headed to Thailand, including families wanting a budget-friendly holiday and somewhere with plenty for the kids to do.   Our next stop is the Maldives and Adam explains why he suggests spending two or three nights in Singapore or Dubai before heading to this bucket-list destination. Finally, Adam shares why cruising is so great for families, including his experience on a Disney cruise. Featured in this episode:  Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa Castaway Island InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort and Spa Soneva Kiri Fairmount Maldives Finolu Baa Atoll Maldives   Disney Cruise Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.  Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday. Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

Prepare your appetite! On this episode of Travel in 20, we're joined by former MasterChef Australia contestant Khanh Ong to talk about all things street food.   Head to Vietnam to take a bite out of the country's incredible cuisine and find out why Khanh recommends a local cooking class as the best way to experience a new destination. Khanh shares his passion for experiencing a destination through its food – including a trip to Naples, Italy just to learn how to make pizza dough – and his love for Hoi An, his theory on well-water noodles and why you need to start your day with breakfast broth.   Khanh also takes us to Thailand, Spain and Italy, and reveals his three top must-eats for any hungry traveller.   Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.     Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.   Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

Welcome to the first episode of Travel in 20! We start our exploration of the world's best holidays with a true bucket list destination: the Maldives.   Famous for its overwater villas, turquoise waters and all-inclusive luxury, the Maldives is a destination that most travellers want to experience for themselves but don't know where to start.   Demystifying the Maldives in this episode is Michael Thompson, Luxury Escapes' resident expert. With an impressive ‘12 resorts in 14 days' under his belt, Michael reveals his best tips and tricks, like why all-inclusive is actually great value and where you can sleep on a private sandbank in your very own bubble tent.   Plus, Chris Malina, Luxury Escapes' Head of Flights, also joins to share his advice on getting to the Maldives, including wisdom that flying through Singapore is not your only option.   Featured in this episode:  Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives  Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort Stay tuned for an unmissable Luxury Escapes offer to Pullman Maldives Maamutaa – coming soon!  Stay up-to-date with other episodes of Travel in 20 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.  Experience more of the world's best holiday destinations with Luxury Escapes – with more inclusions, more value and more expertise. Find and book everything you need, from hotels and resorts to flights, tours, cruises and experiences, for your next escape.     Visit luxuryescapes.com to get more from your next holiday.  Travel in 20 is recorded on Wurundjeri land. It is hosted by Jacqui Felgate and produced by Mike Liberale. 

Welcome to Travel in 20, the upcoming podcast from Luxury Escapes! Join host Jacqui Felgate to explore the world's best holiday destinations, as told by those who know best - the travel pros. From tips from local experts to advice from travel industry professionals, Travel in 20 is your ticket to getting the most out of your next escape.