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Sofia Calvert

Travel and lifestyle writer → born in Australia, raised in Asia and the South Pacific. Loves craft cocktails and long walks to the hotel pool.
Brunch Mania: Melbourne’s Top 10 Best Brunches
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Brunch Mania: Melbourne’s Top 10 Best Brunches

From a cafe housed within the city’s first telephone exchange to the most talked-about croissants, here’s our guide to Melbourne’s best brunches.   Brunch – it’s that delicious middle ground between breakfast and lunch, and a weekend ritual that has Melburnians under its spell. This sacred meal is a safe space for double parking espressos and […]

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How Mexico’s Los Cabos Became a Celebrity Favourite  
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How Mexico’s Los Cabos Became a Celebrity Favourite  

Ultimate resort-style luxury awaits at ‘Lands End’: discover Los Cabos, where the well-heeled swap paparazzi for palomas.  Sun-soaked Baja-style casitas, supermodels and movie stars, and views of the Sea of Cortez sparkling like a diamond mirage – this isn’t the set of the new Bond film, this is Los Cabos. From impossibly fresh seafood to […]

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Best Fine-Dining Restaurants in Regional Victoria 
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Best Fine-Dining Restaurants in Regional Victoria 

Discover inventive fine dining in Victoria’s unassuming regional backyard, where experimental chefs serve up hyperlocal dishes from Ballarat to Beechworth and beyond.  Venture into Victoria’s verdant regional towns and discover a smorgasbord of delectable fine-dining experiences. With farm-fresh ingredients sourced from local growers, onsite gardens and cellar doors, and ethically sourced produce, these regional institutions […]

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Essential Soneva Guide: Everything to Know About These Luxe Resorts 
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Essential Soneva Guide: Everything to Know About These Luxe Resorts 

With its two Maldives resorts featured in The World’s 50 Best Hotels, Soneva is the name to know – but how much do you know about this wellness-led luxury hotel brand? Soneva’s opulent resorts occupy palatial real estate in two of the world’s most heavenly locations; the Maldives and Thailand. Known for offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences […]

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Beyond Disneyland: The Ultimate Guide to Anaheim 
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Beyond Disneyland: The Ultimate Guide to Anaheim 

From craft breweries and rooftop cocktail bars to live sports, high-end shopping and unique wildlife experiences – there’s more magic to Anaheim than the wonders of Disneyland.  While families flock to sunny Anaheim to get their thrills at the two Theme Parks of the Disneyland Resort, there’s so much more to be experienced than meets […]

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Destination Down Under: 10 Quintessential Australia Experiences  
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Destination Down Under: 10 Quintessential Australia Experiences  

Dine under the stars in Uluru, ride a Cable Beach camel or come face-to-face with Darwin crocodiles: find your own slice of paradise in the Land Down Under.  When you take off across the rich red horizon, a tapestry of unique, unmissable experiences starts to unfold. A South Australia road trip might find you in […]

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Spotlight on Seoul: Top 7 Things to Do in the South Korean Capital 
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Spotlight on Seoul: Top 7 Things to Do in the South Korean Capital 

From quirky handicraft markets and traditional hanok buildings, to luxury shopping and bustling nightlife, there’s an endless array of Seoul-stirring things to do in this intriguing city. Seoul’s vibrant cityscape has perfected the art of blending historic charm with sparkling modernity. Strolling through the quiet streets of Bukchon, you’ll be mesmerized by the masterfully preserved […]

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California Dreaming: 9 Unmissable Experiences in the Golden State 
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California Dreaming: 9 Unmissable Experiences in the Golden State 

From the champagne sands of the coast to the glittering lights of Los Angeles, discover why they call California The Golden State – in partnership with Visit California. California calls dreamers of all ages looking to experience the trip of a lifetime with its glorious golden beaches, rolling vineyards and laidback coastal cities perfect for […]

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The Nine Best Beaches within Two Hours of Perth 
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The Nine Best Beaches within Two Hours of Perth 

Surf gnarly waves, admire epic Western Australian sunsets and take selfies with a quokka – discover some of WA’s best beaches within arm’s reach of Perth.  With 19 stunning beaches within easy reach of the Perth CBD (Boorloo), it’s never been easier to fit in an ocean swim or sandy snooze during your city explorations. […]

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Best Destinations in the World to See Autumn Leaves
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Best Destinations in the World to See Autumn Leaves

From sky-high gondola rides above Canada’s golden treetops to picking grapes in Tuscan vineyards, this is your must-visit list of destinations to see autumn’s flora.   Salty shores and brazen sun are often at the forefront of holidaymakers’ minds when planning an upcoming getaway, but there is something magical about falling autumn leaves that could persuade […]

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The Most Luxurious Resorts in Hawaii
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The Most Luxurious Resorts in Hawaii

From vintage bungalows to resplendent suites, these are the best five-star resorts in Hawaii. Set within Hawaii’s tropical charms, from the renowned Waikiki Beach to the stunning Maui coastline, a peppering of luxurious accommodations await, all tailored for the discerning traveller. Here are our selections of the best. Oahu  Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & […]

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