Cheval Blanc in Paris, France is not only a beauty (the hotel was designed by luxury maestro Peter Marino), it’s also the ne plus ultra of locations. Situated on the Seine in the landmark La Samaritaine department store building, it includes a Dior Spa and the longest indoor swimming pool in any European hotel.

Norway’s most celebrated artist Edvard Munch now has his own destination. MUNCH opened in October 2021 in a spectacular building designed by Estudio Herreros, right on Oslo’s new harbourfront promenade. Here you can see a number of versions of his most famous (and prolific) painting The Scream and other works throughout 11 galleries.

Spetses in Greece, one of the Saronic islands in the Mediterranean Sea, was the setting for both Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and The Lost Daughter, starring Olivia Colman. Rather than drama and intrigue, you’ll find sparkling turquoise waters, charming coves, elegant Venetian-style architecture and a car-free downtown where mopeds and horse-drawn carriages are the main modes of transport.

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Fantastic new eating and drinking destinations are rolling out weekly in London. Load your Qantas Travel Money Card to secure an exchange rate and prepare to indulge. Three to sample are Joia, overlooking the iconic decommissioned Battersea Power Station, from Michelin-starred Portuguese chef Henrique Sá Pessoa of Alma, Lisbon; Edit in Hackney for “hyper seasonal” plant-based dishes and zero waste; and Mayfair’s French-Mediterranean bistro Socca, with its elegant dining room.

Copenhagen is the UNESCO World Capital of Architecture in 2023, with more than 300 events planned throughout the year including guided walks, bike tours, exhibitions, talks and open buildings. It’s the perfect way to see first-hand how a city can be beautiful, functional and future-minded.

Alas, you won’t bump into Tanya McQuoid, but Sicily’s gorgeous Taormina is much more than just the setting for season two of The White Lotus. Wander through medieval streets, see a film at the Teatro Antico and marvel at Mount Etna. And, yes, you can stay at the White Lotus’ setting, The San Domenico Palace, A Four Seasons Hotel.

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You could easily imagine Sean Connery sauntering through The Cōmodo in a classic Bond film. This stylish, refurbished 1960s health resort – set in the historical spa village of Bad Gastein, Austria – embraces a Mid-Century aesthetic. It offers farm-to-table eating and full spa services including thermal water and mineral-rich springs. To fully unwind, have a cocktail at day’s end – shaken, not stirred.

To see eco-friendly tourism in action, visit Kranj, Slovenia which has been awarded the 2023 European Destination of Excellence for sustainable tourism. With nature beckoning all around this historic city, you can get the best of both worlds. Enjoy alpine hiking trails, stroll along the Kokra river, pick up an e-bike or catch the Kranvaj, a free electric minivan that runs around the old town.

Due to open in May 2023, Spain’s The Lodge Mallorca is a five-star retreat set amid a private 157-hectare nature reserve in the Serra de Tramuntana. The farm-turned-24-suite-hotel is surrounded by fields of fragrant lavender, olive groves and almond trees and sandwiched between beaches and quaint towns. Embrace yoga, grab a bike, dine at the courtyard restaurant or just relax by the infinity pool.

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Ibiza is so 2003. The summer months see the Croatian island of Pag – also known as Moonrock Island thanks to its moon-like landscape – bursting with beats thanks to back-to-back music festivals at Zrce Beach. August’s Sonus Festival has headliners including The Martinez Brothers and Diplo. Pick your style and pack your bags. Added bonus: as of this year, Croatia carries the Euro.

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