The Tropical North Queensland Resort Where Two World Heritage Wonders Meet

Perched on a beachfront esplanade opposite the Coral Sea, Mantra Amphora Resort gives you a serene base for exploring the natural beauty of the Far North or simply switching off and relaxing within Palm Cove village If Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and ancient rainforests crown the top of your Down Under bucket list, the region […]

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Finding Joy in South Africa with Khanh & Miguel

There is a particular freedom in waking up without knowing exactly what the day will bring. For Khanh Ong and Miguel Maestre, that feeling became the defining joy of their South African adventure. The wondrous feeling of unexpected adventure is a trademark of travelling South Africa. On any given day, you may find yourself feeling […]

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Discovering Special Places on a Red Centre Road Trip in the Northern Territory

Former AFLW player, now commentator, presenter and passionate traveller, Abbey Holmes, has a strong connection to the Northern Territory. And she is about to pass that passion on to the next generation with a family road trip to some of the Red Centre highlights. Abbey Holmes lived in the Northern Territory for eight years and […]

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The Yarra Ranges Retreat Made for Slow Weekends

Peppers Marysville is a polished base for exploring Victoria’s High Country, pairing contemporary rooms with regional dining, a heated outdoor lap pool and the mountain landscapes surrounding Marysville. Around 90 minutes from Melbourne, Peppers Marysville in the Yarra Ranges puts you close to forest walks, mountain roads and local produce, while its pool, sauna and […]

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See Malaysia: How to Discover its Cities, Jungles and Islands

From glittering skylines to ancient rainforests, hawker stalls to fine dining, Malaysia promises such striking contrasts that one visit feels like several holidays in one. Malaysia doesn’t ask you to choose between a city break or a beach escape, and a food adventure or a journey into the wild. In the morning, watch Kuala Lumpur […]

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From Kakadu to Bamurru Plains: Explore Australia’s Top End by Land, Water and Air

Skate across wetlands, soar over waterfalls and softly tread through ancient rock art galleries in the Northern Territory’s extraordinary Top End. From savanna woodlands and lush floodplains to caves and crocodile-lined billabongs, the Top End is a world of its own. But it isn’t just one experience. From above, you see its sheer scale. On […]

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Cairns, Port Douglas & Palm Cove: Where to Stay in Tropical North Queensland

These three gems along the Queensland coast are separated by only an hour’s drive, but they make for very different holidays. The Sunshine State presents a positive problem: choosing between city, sand, reef and rainforest. The beauty of the region is that you can easily tick off all four in a single weekend. If it’s […]

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Gold Coast Insider Guide: Beach, Bars & National Parks

Known for decades as the end-of-high-school party spot, the Gold Coast has itself graduated to become a sun-kissed strip of high-end luxury. Here’s what our guide to the Gold Coast. This region is not called the Bronze Coast or even the Silver Coast: the beaches, the nightlife, the seafood straight from the ocean to your […]

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7 Things That Surprised Me About French Polynesia

From mountain adventures and local guides to boat transfers that become part of the magic, these are the unexpected details that make French Polynesia so much more than just a honeymoon destination. When I got the opportunity to travel to French Polynesia, I was immediately thrilled. It had been on my bucket list for years, […]

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Malta Unpacked: Why Go & Everything You Need to Know

Planning your first trip to Malta comes down to a few smart choices. Here’s what to know before you visit the European island that defies its size. Malta is a destination that may look simple on a map but gets more interesting the closer you look. The country is compact, English is widely spoken and […]

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Why September to April is the Northern Territory’s Best Kept Season

Discover why the Northern Territory’s best-kept secret is its best kept season. Visiting the Northern Territory from September to April brings the extraordinary in abundance: seasonal rainfall can send water twisting and tumbling down Uluṟu and fills floodplains in the Top End. Witnessing rain cascade down Uluṟu is a rare spectacle, experienced by just 1% […]

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Australia’s Best Regional Escapes By State: Outback, Vineyard & Coast

Swap city streets for leafy vineyards, rolling hills, expansive beaches and the extraordinary red desert. These are Australia’s best regional escapes. Australia has no shortage of extraordinary cities. But the country’s most memorable escapes are found beyond them in the misty valleys of the Yarra Ranges and the sun-baked red rock of Uluru. Here are Australia’s best regional escapes, state by state. New South Wales Bannisters Pavilion, Mollymook A five-minute walk from Mollymook Beach, with a rooftop […]