Boasting 16 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the longest ski season in the world and some of the most spectacular natural wonders on the planet, it’s no w…
Nature & Wildlife
First-timers guide to an African safari
At the top of many a bucket-list, an African safari is a travel experience like no other. Those evocative images of exotic animals and burnt orange su…
Why you need to see Iceland
As seasoned travellers, we’re always on the lookout for new adventures recommended by fellow nomads. Iceland is one of those places people rave …
Tasmania by motorhome
A home on wheels is the way to go to explore Australia’s island state. It’s 5.30am, a time when most sensible people are still in bed with their dream…
Leaf Peeping during New England fall
In Japan, they call it momijigari. In New England, it’s known as leaf-peeping. Come fall, Americans jump in their cars and search out the changing col…
Inside a Bali surf school
It turns out that being a surf instructor is a whole lot of fun, but also a whole lot of hard work. Leaning on a bar in the sweltering noon heat of Ba…
What’s all the fuss about Antarctica?
The great frozen continent divides travellers and even the greatest explorers. Repeat offender, Roderick Eime, buys into the debate. We all remember t…
It’s a Snap – Tips for travel photography
Whether you are going to Madrid, Manila, Marrakesh or Mali, travel offers never-ending photo opportunities. Here are some ways to help you achieve tho…
Hawaii in all seasons
Hawaii is a perfect holiday destination year-round. But some months are even more perfect in particular parts of the islands. Here’s how to spend the …
Dunedin – city of beaks and bagpipes
There’s a busy and elegant southern hemisphere city where half an hour out of town, the world’s biggest albatross chicks perch plumply on untidy…