Cosiest Winter Escapes in Australia

Winter in Australia’s southern states means it’s time to venture into the countryside, snuggle up before a roaring fire and warm your bones with a decadent nightcap. As colder months approach in certain states, we dream of destinations that celebrate misty mountains, quaint countryside estates and the magic of a local pinot noir – highlights […]

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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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9 Things You Can Only Do in Indonesia (Beyond Bali)

Flawless islands, sprawling temples and nightly parades of flying foxes: so many of Indonesia’s greatest experiences wait for you beyond Bali. From Lombok’s laidback bars and canoe-dotted shores to the limestone karsts and birds-of-paradise of Raja Ampat’s ‘Four Kings,’ Indonesia’s once-in-a-lifetime experiences extend from Bali to beyond. With Garuda Indonesia flights linking Australian cities to […]

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17 of the Best Restaurants & Dining Experiences in the Northern Territory

From once-in-a-lifetime starlit feasts to game-changing South Asian cuisine – the Northern Territory’s abundant sights are served with a side of flavour. There’s no doubt about it: the Northern Territory is spectacular. And what better way to experience this unsurpassed wonderland of rugged terrain and swoon-worthy night skies than over a hearty meal? From contemporary […]

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House of the Dragon: Discovering the Magic of the Endangered Komodos

On a mission to walk alongside the endangered Komodo dragons, Georgia Pearce discovers that Komodo National Park has a wealth of hidden beauty as well as the famous beasts. A ranger’s hand shoots into the air, forcing my abrupt stop along the beach of Komodo National Park, beneath the blistering Indonesian sun. I look under […]

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Things to Do in Winter in Australia

From cosy cellar door stays and snowy mountain getaways to sun-kissed escapes up north, there are plenty of ways for the cold not to get you down. The mercury taking a dive is no reason to hibernate. While shorter evenings and less sunshine for part of the country can bring the winter blues, the cooler […]

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Why There’s Never Been a Better Time to Go to Japan

From endless fields of sunflowers to the explosive beat of taiko drums, there’s never been a better time to experience Japan. Is Japan on your list of must-visit (or return to) destinations? You’re not alone. Japan continues to entice first-time and seasoned travellers to its shores. But now with a favourable exchange rate, time-saving direct […]

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Top 20 Things to Do in Townsville

Snorkelling by mammoth granite boulders, majestic hikes through sacred lands and bucket-list animal encounters – here are the top experiences to add to your Townsville itinerary. When North Queensland comes to mind, visions of aquatic adventures, emerald islands, cascading waterfalls and sprawling national parks follow. Townsville, the largest city in North Queensland, boasts all the […]

New Zealand

Lost and Sound: Exploring the Best of New Zealand with Celebrity Cruises

New Zealand’s glacier-carved Fiordland, home to the famous Sounds, is the first stop on Celebrity’s inaugural regional cruise. Annabel Fuller loses herself in the wild beauty beyond and the frenetic activities available onboard Celebrity Edge. The energetic tune of the Cupid Shuffle wasn’t the soundtrack I expected to echo across the pool deck while sailing […]

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Missed the Aurora? Here Are 6 Places to See the Light

Get the camera ready; these are the best places in the world to see the sky lit up – naturally. Missed out on witnessing the recent auroras? With parts of Australia treated to a rare glimpse of the Southern Lights (Aurora Australis), and simultaneously the UK the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), these natural phenomena, which […]

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Choose Your Own Adventure: Why Vietnam is the Perfect Tour Destination

Emerald water cruises, aromatic street foods and historic Old Towns – a tour through Vietnam has something for everyone. A perennial favourite for travellers through Southeast Asia, Vietnam is a vibrant country with enough history and natural beauty to keep globe-hoppers returning again and again. With so much to see (and never enough time), a […]

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Cairo to the Nile: Exploring Egypt

Ancient temples, underground burial chambers, chillingly preserved mummies and a cruise down the Nile, Jessica Bedewi embraces all that a tour of Cairo and its surrounds has to offer. The air in the underground tomb seems to grow thicker by the second, I swallow my stubborn claustrophobia and take a step closer to the glass […]