James Wilkinson

Sydney

Editor-In-Chief at Hotel Management

Host at Wayfarer

Editor-In-Chief at Hotel Management (Australia)

Host/Anchor - WAYFARER Travel TV show (AUS/USA/UK), Editor-In-Chief - Wayfarer & HM, travel expert, airline nerd

Articles

Qantas delights Australian shoppers with new David Jones partnership

1 week ago | hotelmanagement.com.au | James Wilkinson

The partnership comes as the retailer prepares to launch its new world-class loyalty program, David Jones Rewards, later this year. For the first time, David Jones shoppers will be able to earn and redeem either David Jones Rewards Points or Qantas Points, giving millions of Australians more choice every time they shop at the retailer’s 40 stores and online.
Air New Zealand commits to Western Sydney Airport

2 weeks ago | wayfarer.travel | James Wilkinson

The airline’s first route will connect Auckland and Western Sydney, opening a new gateway between Aotearoa, New Zealand and one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions. Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer, Greg Foran, said the airline is pleased to be leading the way in connecting the two countries via the new airport.
Wayfarer travel TV show: the best of Chicago as Illinois readies to host IPW 2025

2 weeks ago | wayfarer.travel | James Wilkinson

As the leading inbound travel trade show, past IPWs have generated more than US$5.7 billion in future travel by connecting U.S. travel exhibitors with travel buyers and media to promote their product and negotiate future business, securing America’s position as a foremost global travel destination and showcasing the best of what the U.S. has to offer.
Qantas delights Australian shoppers with new David Jones partnership

2 weeks ago | wayfarer.travel | James Wilkinson

The partnership comes as the retailer prepares to launch its new world-class loyalty program, David Jones Rewards, later this year. For the first time, David Jones shoppers will be able to earn and redeem either David Jones Rewards Points or Qantas Points, giving millions of Australians more choice every time they shop at the retailer’s 40 stores and online.
Wayfarer review: Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra offers a stylish, historic stay in the City of Light

2 weeks ago | wayfarer.travel | James Wilkinson

Since its creation in 1863 when it was built as part of the Opéra district’s initial development, Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra has been an essential part of Parisian life. The city’s alluring department stores, exciting Grands Boulevards, elegant rue de la Paix, luxurious Place Vendôme, world-famous Louvre, charming Palais Royal and beguiling arcades are all nearby.
Sofitel Singapore City Centre ups the culinary ante at Racines

2 weeks ago | wayfarer.travel | James Wilkinson

Thoughtfully crafted to surprise and intrigue, the refreshed selection highlights the fresh flavours of natural ingredients with light, delicate touches. Available from Sunday to Friday for lunch, from 12pm to 3pm, and daily for dinner, from 5:30pm to 10pm, the new menu promises a dining experience that delights with every bite. The journey begins with an enticing array of starters, where French classics are reimagined with Asian nuances.
Wayfarer review: Air Canada’s Signature Suite lounge in Vancouver should have a Michelin star

2 weeks ago | wayfarer.travel | James Wilkinson

With fantastic Canadian hospitality, great food and wine, spacious sleeper seats, hundreds of hours of entertainment and stylish amenity kits, Air Canada’s Signature Class has been one of North America’s best business class cabins for years. As the carrier continues to open-up new routes like Hong Kong recently, the business class product has never been so popular.
Wayfarer Review: Qantas’ business class from Perth to Paris is a dream to fly

2 weeks ago | hotelmanagement.com.au | James Wilkinson

Being able to fly non-stop between Europe and Australia has been a long-held dream ever since Qantas flew from London to Sydney direct for the inauguration of the carrier’s first Boeing 747-400 Longreach aircraft in 1989. For many passengers, the idea of non-stop flights between Europe and Australia is the ultimate feat in aviation and when Qantas launched direct flights from Perth to London in 2018 with the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, that dream became a reality.
Air New Zealand launches direct flights from Christchurch to Adelaide

2 weeks ago | hotelmanagement.com.au | James Wilkinson

Starting 27 October 2025, the service will operate twice a week on Monday and Friday through to 27 March 2026, with around 15,000 seats available for travellers to book across the season. Operated by a narrowbody Airbus jet, the new route further strengthens Air New Zealand’s commitment to growing connectivity across the Tasman and responding to strong demand for travel between Australia and New Zealand’s South Island, according to Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran.
The Spa opens at the stylish, new art’otel London Hoxton

2 weeks ago | hotelmanagement.com.au | James Wilkinson

Located in London’s ever-evolving, popular Hoxton and Shoreditch neighbourhoods, The Spa is a sanctuary amidst the bustle of the city, where guests can restore equilibrium and achieve mindful wellbeing. Offering an exceptional wellness experience, combining state-of-the art facilities, cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking science and ancient holistic therapies, The Spa focuses on four pillars of wellness: Focus, Sleep, Movement and Environment.