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What’s new in the Northern Territory
BIG BUS DARWIN SUNSET & TROPICAL LIGHT TOUR Big Bus Darwin have launched a special five-hour evening tour showcasing the spectacular sunset at East Point Reserve followed by a series of illuminated sculptures featured in the Bruce Munro: Tropical Light exhibition. The tour will operate on Wednesday and Saturday only. Cost: $40-45 Read more. TROPICAL LIGHT DINING & AIRBOAT […]
100 reasons to visit Canberra this spring
As we mark 100 days out from the start of spring, Canberra readies itself for another sensational season of memory-making experiences. The first of the blooms for Australia’s biggest celebration of spring, Floriade (14 September – 13 October), are already in the ground, but there’s much more to explore in Canberra this coming spring. Here’s […]
Toronto Travel Guide
by Pip Macken OVERVIEW Canada’s largest city, perched on the tip of Lake Ontario, is a medley of cultures, histories and lifestyles. Toronto’s dynamic blend of distinct neighbourhoods, vibrant downtown scene and non-stop events makes this one of Canada’s most compelling urban destinations. Traditionally known as ‘Hogtown’ and ‘Big Smoke’, the city recently acquired the […]
The Cotswolds and South West England Travel Guide
by Alison Plummer The Cotswolds and the South West offer some of England’s most beautiful scenery, gardens, historic houses and coastlines, with accommodation in all the best locations for rewarding holidays at every level. Spend time exploring the villages and towns, from the honey-coloured stone cottages of the Cotswolds to the fishing villages of the […]
Hawaii Travel Guide
INTRO Hawai’i is everything a tropical getaway should be. Warm, balmy weather, lots of sun and plenty of fun things to do and see. But the world’s most remote inhabited islands offer a lot more than many travellers imagine. Hawai’i is rediscovering its indigenous roots and the authentic ‘aloha’ culture is now finding its way […]
Christchurch Travel Guide
by Lee Mylne Change is the new norm for Christchurch, a city reinventing itself with pride and passion after the devastating earthquakes of 2010 and 2011. That makes it an exciting place to discover or re-discover. New Zealand’s oldest city, Christchurch is now also a city renowned for its evolving story of urban redevelopment, achieved […]
Bangkok travel guide: Eat, sleep, drink, shop
Best places to eat, sleep, shop and drink in Bangkok by Kristie Kellahan INTRO Thailand’s vibrant capital is full of intriguing contradictions: shiny skyscrapers and ancient palaces share the same streets; air-conditioned ultra-modern malls and frenetic street markets tempt and delight keen shoppers; the best meal of your life might be had at a […]
Florence City Guide
WORDS: Gwen Marie Luscombe Overview: As the culture capitol of Italy and the birthplace of the Renaissance, there’s more art in Florence then you’re likely ever see in your lifetime. It’s a Mecca for art historians, and with good reason as there are roughly 72 art museums in the city. Here you’ll find some of […]
Singapore Destination Guide
Overview From muddy, mosquito-infested backwater, to thriving world financial powerhouse, multicultural Singapore has grown like a city on steroids. This amazing metropolis is almost like one big urban theme park with staggering shopping, dining, entertainment and accommodation options. Founded by British ‘entrepreneur’ and statesman, Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819, Singapura as it was then […]
P&O Cruises in the South Pacific – An 80 year tradition
Roderick Eime Everyone knows that cruising is just about the hottest thing in travel at the moment. It seems everyone is cruising and everyone else just can’t wait to go. Just these last couple of years, all the big cruise lines have brought bigger and fancier ships down to Australia to cash in on our […]
