From the legendary Canadian Rockies to the prime powder of Japan, we take the guesswork out of choosing your next winter escape. Whether your ideal ski escape revolves around the diversity of post-slope activities (après ski) or solely on abundant snowfall, there’s a resort to match. This curated guide on the crème de […]
Euro-summer, a snow-filled winter, or sensational spring: make the seasons work for you and your next European adventure. There’s never been a wrong time to explore Europe. However, if you’re going to make the journey, why not take advantage of the best times to visit the continent’s 40-plus diverse countries? From taking to the Swiss […]
2023 proved Tahiti is quickly becoming an Aussie traveller's hot pick. More Australians are choosing Tahiti as their holiday destination than ever, with a 73 percent increase in travellers year-on-year. In 2023, 7,718 Australians flew into the French Polynesian island, eclipsing the 4,468 travellers previously recorded in 2022. Australia accounted for 2.9 percent of international […]
Caviar served from a surfboard in the Caribbean, shopping with the chef at Turkish bazaars and submarine expeditions in the Arctic: Seabourn excursions dive deeper. If scratching beneath the surface of a destination is your holiday modus operandi, Seabourn is a cruise line to have on your radar. With purpose-built expedition ships, Zodiacs and submarines […]
Blossom forecasting has begun in Japan, with the country's famous spring attraction set to make an appearance in the coming weeks. Japan's highly anticipated cherry blossoms are expected to bloom earlier than usual this year, as revealed in the 2024 annual sakura forecast. Set to begin as early as mid-March in Fukuoka, Kochi, Tokyo, Hiroshima […]
On a northern Thailand road trip, Paul Chai spends a memorable night in a “jungle bubble” in the Golden Triangle surrounded by elephants, gets blessed by a monk in Chiang Mai and visits a quirky modern temple with more bling than Vegas-era Elvis. Resting on a fallen log in the Thai jungle, the air hefty […]
So named by underwater explorer Jacques Cousteau, Fiji is as versatile as it is beautiful. It can mean a romantic trip away, a fun-filled family holiday or an ultra-luxurious, out-of-this-world escape. We highlight three luxury stays for a variety of different travellers. Travellers flock to Fiji for many reasons: to meet the locals through village […]
Noodles made with fresh abalone, pizzas piled high with truffles and tropical delights from the far north, Australian food festivals highlight the best and brightest of our regional cuisines. Cooking shows the world over love to tell us how food brings people together, but that is particularly true of a good food festival. Lovers of […]
From endless fields of sun-kissed sugarcane to the golden coastline of the Great Barrier Reef, some of Australia’s best road trips are found in Queensland. Windows rolled down, wind in your hair, hints of sea salt in the air: there’s nowhere more suited to the road trip than Queensland. Whether it’s food-filled sojourns from Bundaberg, […]
If your spirit craves adventure, natural wonders and great food and wine, venture west to dreamlike Western Australia. Whatever type of traveller you are; a gourmand, nature lover, cultural explorer or a wannabe marine biologist, Western Australia’s dreamy landscapes and epic experiences are bound to impress. From wine tasting in the Margaret River region to […]
Cruising is back with a vengeance in 2024 and there is no better place to start and end your Asian voyage than Hong Kong. Hong Kong is a culturally rich island, a foodie island, an island of brand-new fashion and age-old traditions. Standing on the coastline at Tsim Sha Tsui at night, watching the rainbow-coloured […]
Dreaming of an escape that’s all baguettes and no regrets? Look no further than New Caledonia. A slice of France in the heart of the South Pacific, New Caledonia enchants visitors with a magnifique blend of diverse regions, natural landscapes, vibrant cultural experiences and world-class dining. With frequent flights departing Brisbane International Airport – and […]
From Brisbane to Fiji: beach-bound bliss is just a few hours away. Have a long weekend approaching and don’t know how to spend it? How about a quick trip to one of the world’s most incredible tropical island, Fiji? And while flying internationally for a quick escape might sound out of reach, taking off from […]
Far from just another island idyll, Vanuatu offers a raw brand of beauty that gives it a distinct off-the-beaten track spirit compared to its South Pacific counterparts. Vanuatu is one of the South Pacific’s unsung heroes. With its close proximity to Australia (it’s reachable in as little as three hours from Brisbane), volcanic beauty, refreshingly […]
With all the frills and none of the fuss, find Australia's true nature on a glamorous camping escape. In the digital age, it’s easy to forgo our innate need to connect with nature. But the sun-kissed land down under beckons with untamed landscapes as old as time – there’s the dusty ochre dunes of the […]
Hoping for a Thailand family holiday that’s as easy as the ocean breeze? These top-notch hotel kids’ clubs ensure a seamless blend of exploration and relaxation. It’s not called ‘the Land of Smiles’ for nothing – Thailand’s renowned hospitality makes it one of the best destinations on earth for a relaxing family holiday. Embarking on […]
Forget traditional celebrations and predictable parties; take your special occasion to new heights (literally) with a hot air ballooning experience. Imagine gently rising above the treetops, drifting through the clouds and feeling the warmth from above as the world shrinks beneath you. This is the magic of hot air ballooning, a bucket-list experience like no […]
North America’s enigmatic island country is a kaleidoscope of colours, cultures and bygone charm – and is notoriously misunderstood. Writer Madeleine Keck unravels some of its secrets. “Who let me do that?” I think as I stand in line to board my flight out of Havana after a week of exhilarating experiences (and a few […]
Switch from Zermatt to Sapporo and leave London for Liverpool – swapping classic destinations for their equally captivating counterparts is 2024’s smartest travel hack. Santorini’s legendary whitewashed views and Sydney’s iconic harbourfront have competition – savvy travellers are swapping tried-and-true favourites like these for their ‘destination dupes’. According to new research from Expedia Group, searches […]
New York Times names Tasmania and Brisbane among its top 52 places to travel in 2024. There’s more to Australia than Melbourne and Sydney, according to the New York Times. Long-underrated Tasmania and foodie hub Brisbane have each landed a spot on the publication’s list of ‘52 Places to Go in 2024’. As the only […]
