Antipodean Luxury Travel

28/10/2023

Step into a world where luxury meets the wilderness at Sal Salis Safari Camp. Nestled deep in the heart of the Australian outback, this enchanting oasis seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings. Each tent is a masterpiece of interior design, with earthy tones and rustic furnishings that create a cozy haven after a day of exploring. As the sun sets over the vast expanse of the Ningaloo Reef, the camp's interiors come alive with warm, ambient lighting, making every moment here a memory to cherish. It's the perfect escape for those seeking adventure without sacrificing comfort.
Have been having a wonderful time designing a well deserved trip to Australia for next May. I’ll post some of the highlights over the next coming posts. Here’s our first offical stop, after flying direct on from Auckland to we transfer to Learmonth, hire a car and we’ll self drive to
We’ve decided to self drive because we having an extended stay and want to flexibility. Otherwise you can transfer by road or light plane. Decide with your travel designer.

28/10/2023

Dreaming of a stunning holiday in Western Australia? Journey with me as we highlight some favourites including this beauty at Cottesloe Beach with perfectly crystal waters is the headliner, yet there are plenty of other hidden gems worthy of your attention, including Mettams Pool and Scarborough Beach.

Photo by Tom Noske

03/10/2023

Loving the new Tourism New Zealand advert - great job - I Love Taika Waititi !!! 😍😍

Seeing double? Actor and director Taika Waititi took time out from filming Our Flag Means Death Season 2 to enjoy some incredible experiences around Aotearoa...

09/09/2023

Sydney Night Life 🖤🖤🖤

05/07/2023

I’ve been coming to since I was 5 years old and now I’ve been bringing my daughter since she was 3.
I’ve enjoyed many amazing ski holidays, made a lot of friends and witnessed so many changes to the field and the facilities.
Coronet is still my favourite field and my fav winter destination.
I’ll bring you some tips over the next few days to make the most out of your stay. If you’re interested in anything in particular, get in touch.

15/06/2023

Last weekend, Dean and I drove to Wellington especially to spend a incredibly unique evening at

It was up there with the best gastronomic and epicurean experiences of my life and well worth the 3 years I’ve tried and failed to get a booking. I hope it won’t be another 3 years until we return.

Hiakai offers a taste that has been 800 years in the making, with techniques that have been passed down by Māori over several generations and continue to feed the tāngata (people) of Aotearoa New Zealand today.

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28/01/2023

Here’s hoping the sun returns soon to the beautiful beaches of Auckland. 🤗🤗 Piha Beach captured by Auckland based photographer :

28/10/2022

Just soaking up the view! Must do’s in Queenstown ? Unquestionably - book well in advance and enjoy!

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25/10/2022

Pure New Zealand captured here !!
Fall asleep beneath the stars listening to the waves at Apple Tree Bay. Surrounded by native forest, this beach is home to native birds like Weka and Kākā. Awaken to a spectacular sunrise, and head off onto the trail again to uncover more of this coastal paradise ✨

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11/10/2022

Heading to Milford Sound? There’s an amazing premium option we recommend if you want to experience it from the water, and that’s on . Get in touch to find out more about the variety of short and long trips.

06/10/2022

I’ve booked in my daughter to experience the Husky Hero’s Program on Monday at
If you haven’t got your school holiday activities finalised for next week - check out their young persons education program. Get in touch for more information.

03/10/2022

Let the adventure begin. Descend into the Lost World at

01/10/2022

Beautiful bird's eye view of the Napier Viewing Platform on Marine Parade.
Extending out along Marine Parade's waterfront, the viewing platform adds architectural interest as well.

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06/07/2022

A few of our favourite things found locally here in Hawkes Bay. The chilled and fav night spot at and a lunchtime, healthy and delicious spot, at Bostocks Organic Kitchen BOSTOCK New Zealand. It's always best to book your travel with an expert in the local places. Get in touch to find out more.

If you plan your vacations around your meals, you'll want to book a trip to one of these expert-approved foodie destinations.

26/04/2022

Golf buggies

24/04/2022

Spending two or three nights at feels more like a week away. With the magical care of Mr John Lewis heading the team while we were there, we were transported to a golfing destination like no other. Certainly one of our favourite golf courses, the lodge feels like a home away from home.

While staying, I spent some time looking through the three new Residences - stunning in their attention to details, I would highly recommend them for families of groups of friends wanting to get away from it all. Absolutely stunning- get in touch if you’d like to learn more about lodge in the Bay of Islands.

21/04/2022

Very happy to finally experience - my family are here to enjoy the holidays together. Love that we are all together and Allegra has a proper bed, not just a pull out bed. I’ll post more photos, the weather isn’t greeeeat so we make sure we get to know all the property has to offer families on a wet day, and fingers crossed for golf ⛳️ tomorrow.

04/04/2022

One of my absolute fav travel experiences in Tasmania is the Freycinet Marine Oyster Farm day.

is an award winning Australian Luxury Lodge, with a great staff, spectacular outlook and stunning design. Learn more about this unique marine experience below.

Don a pair of waders and visit a working oyster farm located in a beautiful setting with views of the Hazard Mountains. Develop an understanding for wetland and marine ecology, and learn why your local oysters and seafood are world renowned. Immerse yourself in this experience where you’ll connect with nature, and taste the freshly shucked oysters straight from the lease. Raise a glass and toast to one of Tasmania’s most iconic experiences.

25/03/2022

The is a very special property is the stunning Bay of Islands, with four luxurious residences, all architecturally designed and thoughtfully executed with details throughout. I highly recommend staying there, a minimum of three nights but preferably longer….

24/03/2022

Back travel planning for some lovely guests today, dreaming of Golf at - I just had to book a night or two for myself!

08/03/2022

Grateful to be acknowledged again as a Travel + Leisure A-Lister. It’s been an incredibly challenging two years for the tourism industry and I’m delighted we have survived and are booking wonder-fill trips to Australia and Fiji for now, and New Zealand for next year (if not sooner).

We are super-proud and honoured to see Alexandra Stewart has been included as Travel + Leisure Co. Top A-List Travel Advisor: New Zealand and South Pacific Specialist” again in 2022.

The Travel+Leisure A-List is a coveted list of the luxury travel magazine’s hand-picked and carefully vetted travel experts that can be relied on for their “incredible insight and unparalleled access that gives you value you could not get any other way” – and, as the world reopens these are “the experts who can help get you back out there” smoothly, safely and in exceptional style!

It is an honour that Alexandra proudly shares with the Antipodean Travel team and the remarkably talented and resilient travel suppliers who help showcase our beautiful destinations to the world.