Churches you have to see
Regardless of personal faith, visiting the world’s great churches is high on most travel to-do lists. The stirring stroll through St Peter’s Square to tour the Renaissance wonder of St Peter’s Basili…
A Tasmanian drive from Hobart to Strahan
As I change down a gear and ease my way into the steep curves leading up towards Tarraleah, I’m not quite halfway along the most interesting, scenic and varied day’s drive between Hobart and Strahan o…
Australia’s Marvellous National Parks
Australia’s National Parks have come a long away since 1879. Ever since the ‘Royal National Park’ (Australia’s first) was established in New South Wales in 1879, an enormous n…
Tropical North Queensland to a Tee
Far North Queensland, or Tropical North Queensland, is best known for the twin natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Rainforest, but what are its golf courses like? Between the …
Exploring Yorkshire – England’s largest County
From gritty mill towns to wild moorlands and secluded coves, Yorkshire is England’s best-kept secret. Drystone walls climb the hills as they have always done. Those wonderful limestone walls tha…
Australia’s desert heartland
Nothing prepares you for the astonishing redness of Australia’s Red Centre. The sand is red. The rocks are red. The sunrises and sunsets are red. The unsealed roads are red. And in contrast, emphasisi…
Cannes is much more than movie stars
The red carpet has probably done Cannes a disservice. As a first time visitor, even in the off season, you can see this icon of the French Riveria is set up to accommodate thousands of people passing…
On New Zealand’s coast of green and gold
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…
The best self-drive holiday destinations around the world
Traffic and parking nightmares rightly dissuade visitors from renting a car in densely packed urban areas like London, where you’ll have to pay dearly to enter the Congestion Zone. But you’ll definite…
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…
Going with the flow in Venice
Rumours of the death of Venice may have been exaggerated, but this former maritime city-state is certainly in danger of being loved to death, particularly under the rising tide of 30 million visitors …
Exploring Northumberland’s castles
Medieval Northumberland used to be a dangerous place to be. Today, you can plunge back into medieval times through historical reenactments and a liberal dose of your own imagination. The year is 1346…
How to navigate Venice
The watery wonderland of Venice isn’t your typical city when it comes to getting around. Spread across 118 small islands, this perennial favourite amongst travellers requires some prior knowledge if…
The iconic streets of LA
For most Aussie travellers, a trip to the United States begins and ends with a stopover in Los Angeles. The number one gateway for flights to and from Australia, ‘the City of Angels’ is much more than…
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…
Asia’s most interesting hotels
Robots deliver water to your room, a kids’ playground hangs above the check-in desk, an ancient Chinese mansion is recreated and an enormous tent offers jungle luxury – these are the quirk…
Europe’s delightful Christmas Markets
The weather may be frosty, but a European Christmas market warms the heart, filling all with joy and good tidings. Whether it’s the intoxicating aromas of a brewing pot of mulled Gluehwein, roasting c…
New York City – where the best things in life are free
All the great cities of the world come with a very expensive price tag. New York is no exception. She’s never a cheap date. With few Airbnb options, hotels are astronomical most of the year. And…
Nine tips to help you sleep on a plane in economy
Flying in economy over a long distance has its challenges. If you have trouble sleeping on a plane, try one of these hot tips next time you fly. Whether travelling for business or leisure, it’s how we…
Road Trip: Los Angeles
Los Angeles is far too sprawling a metropolis to visit like a traditional city. Park yourself seaside in Santa Monica and you’ll spend hours cursing the ocean of traffic separating you from the Laker …