Cathy Wagstaff

Sydney

CEO and Group Editor at Signature Media

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We stayed at the White Lotus Resort in Koh Samui

Aug 5, 2024 | signatureluxurytravel.com.au | Cathy Wagstaff

Along the pristine shores of Koh Samui, the Four Seasons Resort is the epitome of tranquillity. Koh Samui has its fair share of dreamy resorts – this is, after all, a tropical islet favoured among honeymooners, where hammocks are de rigueur between palm trees, powdery beaches give way to gem-like lagoons and rocky promontories frame offshore reefs. But nothing quite prepares you for the drama of the Four Seasons Resort, curling around a private peninsula on the serene northwest tip.
Oaks Melbourne on Collins reviewed

Apr 4, 2024 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

The Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites offers a relaxing stay in the heart of Melbourne’s bustling city centre. Welcomed by Victorian architecture, the hotel incorporates historic charm with spacious rooms in the CBD within a sleek, modern high-rise.
Hotel Per La, Autograph Collection, LA, review

Mar 11, 2024 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

A stylish urban escape in downtown Los Angeles, Hotel Per La features 241 signature rooms and suites, a ground-floor restaurant, a daytime café, and a rooftop bar offering poolside drinks and dramatic views of the LA skyline.
Crystalbrook Riley Cairns hotel review

Feb 26, 2024 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

It’s the tropical escape that combines style, comfort, and exquisite dining against Cairns’ stunning coastline. The 311-room Crystalbrook Riley boasts a contemporary design infused with touches of coastal flair with spacious private balconies overlooking the Coral Ocean.
Kimpton La Peer Hotel West Hollywood review

Feb 14, 2024 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

Los Angeles is famed for being a leader in the style stakes, and a stay at La Peer puts you in the heart of the Design District. The hotel’s design blends classic Art Deco and modern interiors by the award-winning Icelandic-born designer Gulla Jónsdóttir, who draws inspiration from the architecture in California in the 1920s and 1930s.
137 Pillars House Chiang Mai offers a glamorous taste of northern Thailand

Jan 30, 2024 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

Cathy Wagstaff checks in to 137 Pillars House in Chiang Mai for a glamorous taste of northern Thailand – past, present and future. 137 Pillars House Chiang Mai is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest on the outskirts of Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. The 30-room hotel offers a soothing selection of wellness therapies and nature-focused activities.
The 12 best luxury resorts in Thailand

Jan 3, 2024 | signatureluxurytravel.com.au | Cathy Wagstaff

The best hotels in Thailand range from an urban oasis in bustling Bangkok to island escapes off the picturesque coast. Thailand’s hidden gems and gentle giants are tucked away in fantastic locations. Thailand is a place where culture, tradition and creativity thrive, and where nature abounds. Bangkok caters to every whim, craving and desire. The chaotic city soon gives way to wild plains and verdant jungle, followed by dreamy coastlines and beautiful islands.
Lots to love at The Samaya Seminyak Bali

Nov 20, 2023 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

Nothing says Bali more than a private pool villa and serene compound away from the hustle and bustle beyond your garden walls. Traveller: Cathy WagstaffRoom: One-Bedroom Royal Courtyard VillaAddress: Seminyak Beach, Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali, 80361, IndonesiaDate: October, 2023Price range: from $570Best for: Bali beachside getaway near the buzz of Seminyak BeachThe Samaya Seminyak Bali offers luxe beachside villas blending contemporary elegance with authentic Balinese charm.
Pan Pacific Orchard: The newest jewel in Singapore's hotel crown

Jul 7, 2023 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

The newest landmark in Singapore is set to become an iconic attraction offering an idyllic hotel retreat in the heart of Orchard. Over 200% of the hotel’s land area is enveloped in lush foliage, with four sky terraces interconnected across layers, multiple swimming pools, three restaurants, and a soon-to-open spa.
TINA: The Musical is a captivating look at the music icon's life

May 22, 2023 | vacationstravel.com | Cathy Wagstaff

TINA: The Tina Turner Musical is an absolute must-see for fans of the songstress and anyone who appreciates an inspirational story, writes Cathy Wagstaff. I knew I was in for an unforgettable experience from the moment the curtain rose. Over the next two hours, I was transported through the remarkable life of Tina Turner, a true music legend, as I caught the Australian premiere of TINA: The Tina Turner Musical.