5 Reasons Summer is the Best Time to Cruise Norway’s Coast

There are more reasons to sail the Norwegian Coast than just the Northern Lights. Find out why cruising Norway in summer deserves a place on your bucket list. Norway in summer is nothing like the stereotype of icy fjords and dark winter nights. Between June and August the country’s 2,500-kilometre coastline turns into what feels […]

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Secret’s Out: 10 Reasons This Pacific Destination Has Everyone Talking

Looking for a new island paradise? This postcard-perfect Pacific jewel is hiding in plain sight. The island nation of Palau, located in the Pacific Ocean between the Philippines, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, could genuinely be one of travel’s best-kept secrets, in a world where there aren’t many left. This cluster of more than 300 […]

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The Best Hiking & Cycling Trails on WA’s Rottnest Island

Just 18 kilometres off the coast of Perth, Rottnest Island (Wadjemup) is known for its famous quokkas, but there’s so much more to explore. A quick 90-minute ferry ride from Perth, or an even quicker 30-minute ferry ride from Fremantle, Rottnest Island is an an outdoor lover’s paradise. This protected nature reserve is home to […]

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A Guide to Australia’s Wine Regions

We’ve compiled the best of Australia’s wine regions, where time-honoured vintages, breathtaking scenery and gourmet delights converge. It’s time to sip your way through an unforgettable escape. Looking for Australia’s best places to wine and dine? With over 65 designated wine regions and approximately 2700 producers across the country, deciding where you want to go […]

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The Art of the Weekend: The Ultimate Three-Day Guide to Hobart

Prepare yourself for unusual dining experiences, spectacular scenery and one of the world’s quirkiest museums when you base yourself at Hobart’s hottest hotel – The Tasman – for 72 unforgettable hours. There are very few times you can say someone else’s finger has been up your nose. On this particular day at Mona, however, we’re […]

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The Best Winter Escapes in Australia for Open Fires & Good Wine

From snow-capped Cradle Mountain to the vine-covered hills of the Hunter Valley, these are Australia’s finest winter escapes – all within a long weekend of home. Australia‘s winter escapes offer something you won’t find in Europe or Japan: vast, quiet landscapes with no crowds. The southern states cool enough to justify a fireplace from June, […]

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8 Alternative Things to Do on Your Next Port Douglas Escape

Whether you’ve visited before or you’re a Port Douglas first-timer, these off-the-beaten-track activities give the true reef-to-rainforest experience. If you’ve been to Far North Queensland before, you’ll know that Port Douglas is a true diamond among Australia’s many magnificent landscapes. But this much-loved holiday destination offers much more than the palm-fringed beaches and fish and chips of the main township. Look beyond the activities […]

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Unplug, Unwind: Australia’s Top Off-Grid & Secluded Stays

From remote island glamping to bucket-list Red Centre retreats, discover our favourite local stays for those wanting to disconnect. With thousands of kilometres of rugged coastline, rusty red deserts and ancient rainforests, Australia has no shortage of breathtaking natural landscapes. Making the most of these spectacular settings, these are luxurious off-grid and secluded stays allow […]

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The Top Things to Do in Bali

From tranquil temple tours in the east and energetic beach clubs in Seminyak, to cooking classes in Nusa Dua – here are the top experiences to add to your Bali itinerary. While there are bountiful beaches and five-star resorts to choose from in Bali, delve deeper into the island’s offerings and you’ll uncover spiritual moments, […]

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These Are Africa’s Best National Parks & Game Reserves

From sprawling Kruger National Park to thundering Victoria Falls, Africa’s national parks are a wonderland of abundant flora and fauna. There’s nothing quite like the wild thrill of an African safari. Swaying savanna grasses and dense bamboo forests provide adventure-seekers with plentiful opportunities for wildlife-spotting, including the Big Five safari animals – the lion, leopard, […]

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Australia’s Most Romantic Hotels

Spa serenity, champagne dinners, heritage luxury or off-grid seclusion: whatever ‘romance’ means to you, these Australian escapes deliver in abundance. For some, a romantic escape means five-star luxury, champagne breakfasts and poolside pampering. For others, it’s all about glorious solitude, unadulterated relaxation and windswept wonder. Then there are those who prefer gilded elegance and pastoral […]

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5 Reasons Why Maui is the Mother of Family Holidays

Life doesn’t get much better for kids than a holiday on ‘The Valley Isle’, the second-largest Hawai‘ian island. Here, we reveal exactly why you need to grab the family and head to one of the many family resorts in Maui. When it comes to family holidays, there are certain boxes parents need to tick to […]