The magnificent waterways of the Marlborough Sound at the northern tip of New Zealand’s South Island are a spectacular maze of bays, channels, peninsulas and islands – and at times, they don’t seem qu…
Turkey’s Bazaar world of food
You can’t possibly resist the pyramids of white sugar-dusted Turkish delight piled high on silver trays offered to all who wander through Istanbul’s noisy, colourful Spice Markets. Stepping into the 3…
The Northern Territory’s ancient Lost City
In the remote Abner Ranges of Australia’s Northern Territory stand the bizarre stone pillars of an ancient Lost City. Cape Crawford is not the kind of place that allows itself to be easily locat…
The Ghan Expedition – Review of Australia’s great train journey
As I stepped off the train, the scorched, red earth made an audible crunch beneath my feet. Leaving the comfort of the air-conditioned carriage, I felt the sun’s hot rays on the back of my neck. The l…
Discover the unique side of Africa
You will always remember your first African holiday. From the incredible burnt orange sunsets, the countless wildlife connections, friendly locals with big smiles and spectacular scenery that only Afr…
National Parks of the USA
From the mountain ranges of Alaska to the watery marshes of Florida’s everglades, the United States has some of the most incredible National Parks in the world. The history of protecting wilderness ar…
Europe’s best Christmas markets
Experiencing a snow-dusted Christmas market as you stroll through a cobblestone square is a treasured memory for many a European traveller. Soaking in the enchanting atmosphere of historic town centre…
Where to spend a white Christmas
There is something magical about experiencing a white Christmas. And thinking about where you’d like to see that snow falling is part of the fun when planning your winter getaway. Here are five places…
10 of the world’s most spectacular places
Buy your airline ticket, pack your travel bags and camera gear, and get ready for a whistle-stop tour of ten of the planet’s most spectacular man-made and natural sites… 1. Arches National…
Canada’s polar bears & beluga whales
With erect ears and twitching noses inquisitively probing the air, the locals were curious. On their annual migration to the ice-filled northern reaches of the Arctic in search of food, ‘polar b…