Adults only! Australia’s best kid-free holiday destinations
We all love our kids, but if you and your significant other are in need of a proper grown-up break then look no further than these purely adultonly escapes around the country.
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Take a trip to the Red Centre and explore the beauty of Uluru and its surrounds. In five-star luxury of course. Longitude 131, Uluru is one of Australia’s most luxurious glamping lodges (so luxurious, that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge chose to enjoy some ‘couple time’ here). A short three hour flight from most Australian capital cities, you’ll have uninterrupted views of the sandstone monolith from your luxury tent or room. Decorated with modern and classic furnishings, which blend seamlessly with Aboriginal art, it’s the perfect place to wind down, with front-row seats to the Red Centre’s incredible sunrises and sunsets. Top off some child-free meals and dine under the desert stars at the resort’s acclaimed restaurant, Table 131, or opt for a facial massage at their flagship sanctuary, Spa Kinara. Visit longitude131.com.au
ECO- AND ADULT-FRIENDLY Banubanu Beach Retreat in East Arnhem Land is an eco-sensitive beach retreat, built in partnership with the Yolgnu people to celebrate the pristine natural wonders and culture of East Arnhem Land. Located on Bremer Island, Banubanu Beach Retreat accommodates up to twelve guests at a GET IT March 2022
time and offers little phone or internet reception, so there’s little risk of pesky calls or text messages from your teenagers. Guests can choose between eco-friendly glamping tents, the Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow or Penthouse Bungalow. All you have to do is relax on the beach, connect with Yolngu culture or head out on a prized fishing charter to catch dinner.
stylish new Lagoon Yallingup restaurant, if you do decide to venture out.
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Or, if you have a special birthday or anniversary to celebrate, then La Cabine or Il Palazzo may be the perfect present, sans kids. Il Palazzo will indulge all your romantic urges, and is the perfect, luxurious haven for couples. If rustic charm is more to your taste, La Cabine may be the ideal backdrop for your time out. Sit by the wood stove and sip your wine, while letting the hours slip away. Visit www.privateproperties.com.au
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When you’re able to cross the border, we highly recommend you take your loved one to Sundowner, a Hamptons-style home with sweeping ocean views from soughtafter Yallingup hill. A short walk down to the picturesque swimming beach and surf breaks, you truly feel as though you’re on the edge of the world, especially from your balcony, where you can wine and dine overlooking the Indian Ocean. The master bedroom has a private, ocean-facing balcony, the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of tea and a good book and revel in the experience of solitude. It’s walking distance to the historic Caves House Hotel and the
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Now that international travel is back on the agenda, why not take a hop, skip and jump to Fiji and enjoy some adult-time. The Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is an adults-only hotel perfectly suited for those who need a break from the day-to-day grind. Gaze over the aquamarine waters, mesmerising coral reefs and pure white sand of Fiji, and stroll hand-in-hand and barefoot along the shores. Winner of the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2021, the recently refurbished Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is the perfect oasis for those
