Sydney

Set within the historic Department of Lands building, The Lands by Capella—an upcoming destination for events and immersive experiences—is scheduled to open in Q1 2026. The transformation will offer five new venues on Level Two of The Lands by Capella, backed by the hospitality and services of Capella Sydney.

The new mixed-use development on the site of the heritage-listed former Department of Lands building in Sydney, an extension of the Capella Sydney luxury hotel, has been named The Lands by Capella in a ceremony held today.

Plans for rooftop penthouses for Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour are forging ahead, with the new additions to be located within the area originally intended for a helipad.

Luxperience has unveiled its highly anticipated famil program for 2025. This year’s program offers unparalleled opportunities for luxury travel advisors to immerse themselves in some of the most exquisite destinations, providing tailored knowledge essential for understanding the needs of niche clientele.

Silversea’s ultra-luxury flagship, Silver Nova, has made its way down to Sydney, with its arrival marking its debut in the Harbour City.

Sydney’s return to top 10 status in the 2024 Global Destination Sustainability Index has been celebrated by key industry bodies as a “significant step” for the city’s visitor economy.

A new luxury hotel will be unveiled in the heart of the NSW Capital when the AU$800 million Sydney House development reaches completion in 2027.

The South American carrier has relaunched its direct link between Sydney and Santiago de Chile with its Boeing 787-9 aircraft flying the four times weekly service.

Qantas Frequent Flyers will soon have access to more international reward seats and new destinations, as the national carrier launches a partnership with Oman Air.

The AU$70 million refurbishment of the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is nearing completion, with the five-star hotel unveiling its new look this week.

The historic Hotel Woolstore 1888 Sydney – Handwritten Collection has officially completed its transition in joining Accor’s global portfolio of boutique hotels within Handwritten Collection, following its purchase by the hotel’s new owners, Shakespeare Property Group.

LATAM Airlines will reintroduction direct flights from Sydney to Santiago four times per week, commencing on 28 October 2024, offering travellers daily direct routes between Australia and Latin America.