International Traveller

Turn your dreams into reality, with International traveller you will be guided to the most irresistible destinations in the world. Whether you're after an adventure, or a luxury escape this magazine has got you covered

editor's letter

International Traveller

ONLINE • From historic stays to glamorous railways, step into the golden age of travel now at internationaltraveller.com

NOMAD • News, culture and design notes from around the world

WISH YOU WERE HERE • Set on a storied sliver of land just off Provence's Bandol coast, Zannier Île de Bendor is the South of France's most coveted new hotel. The private island, bought by Marseille-born pastis pioneer Paul Ricard in the ‘50s, has been transformed into a luxury, village-style resort replete with three distinct accommodation concepts and convivial public spaces. Expect lashings of old-world glamour coupled with Provençal charm. zannierhotels.com

The lowdown • From an emerging city in Central Asia to a novel cruising concept, this rapid-fire round-up charts what's new in global travel.

PILLOW TALK • From an island idyll and palatial pad to boutique farm stays tucked away in nature, these are the most exciting new stays and reopenings to know now.

The dish • The world on a plate: from an intimate supper club in Mumbai to a beachfront haunt on the French Riviera.

First class • Rich hues, opulent details and a spirit of adventure set the tone for elevated travel style a century on from the first golden age.

Paths less taken • Peaceful and picturesque countryside trails offer unforgettable insights into the real Japan.

Bruton • Field notes on a cultured weekend in the British countryside.

THE VIEW • Groundbreaking art exhibitions and bucket-list festivals: these events are worthy of a spot in your calendar.

The Svalbard Line: The ultimate Norwegian exploration • There's never been a more golden time to explore – and this is the cruise that's key to unlocking the real Norway.

Apulian revival • Set against the hill-hugging town of Ostuni, this reborn Italian palazzo in a former tobacco factory brings Puglia's rustic country-coast allure into focus.

SOURCE MATERIAL • Guided by the city's history and theatricality, a Venetian palazzo has been reinterpreted for modern luxury travellers, writes Rachael Thompson.

LOST AND FOUND • Swirling flamenco, royal palaces, fields of vines and olives, and endless tapas: Christine Aldred discovers a small-group tour through southern Spain dishes up culture, history and good times neatly on a plate.

Indonesia, unfiltered • While Bali itself needs no introduction, many Australian tourists explore no further than the flashing lights and Western comforts of this bustling province. But those who delve beyond the ordinary are richly rewarded.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLER 2026 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS WIN 1 IN 14 HOLIDAYS WORTH $100,000+ • From chasing the northern lights on a cruise in Norway to exploring Japan from a luxe hotel, 14 incredible travel prizes are up for grabs in this year's Readers’ Choice Awards. Enter the survey on page 56 for your chance to win big.

POSTCARDS • Dispatches from destinations defining the moment

48 HOURS IN BEIJING • Beijing shifts between imperial scale and a hyper-digital present where daily life runs at speed. Here's how to spend two days moving through its landmarks, hutongs and street-level rituals.

Japan for every generation • Japan is one of those rare destinations that appeals across generations. And while travelling here is not without its challenges, thoughtful planning and the right accommodation can make the experience easier.

Grass routes VILLAGE MENTALITY • After a typhoon devastated Vietnam's south-central...