Mexico‘s east coast is an exciting destination. While many visitors head for the aquamarine beaches on the famous Yucatán Peninsula, each town offers something a little different. Partygoers descend on Cancun’s white sandy coast over the summer silly season. But, there is so much more to the coast than the world-famous Spring Break spot. From…
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The Best Things to Do and See near Katherine, Northern Territory
I had visited the Northern Territory once before, and like a teenage girl at a boy-band concert, I fell instantly and powerfully in love. The heady heat, endless openness and vibrant colours pierced my heart and infected my imagination. Second time round, I was coming back to share this magical place with another love of…
Things to Do in Surfers Paradise: Where to Stay, Eat and Play
For many years, mention of a trip to the Gold Coast conjured up images of the bright lights of Surfers Paradise and its reputation as a partygoers playground. But there are so many fun things to do in Surfers Paradise aside from its famed nightlife offerings. With water sports and active pursuits aplenty, a focus…
A Weekend Getaway to the Blue Mountains
Taking a break from the hustle and bustle of urban living in Sydney is vital in order recharge the soul. A Blue Mountains weekend getaway is the perfect answer. Whether you are lucky enough to spend Blue Mountains retreat-style stay or you only have time for a Blue Mountains day trip, our guide will help…
A Weekend Getaway Guide to Sydney
Home to year-round balmy climes, an abundance of healthy eateries and activewear a-plenty, Sydney is the ultimate city when it comes to clean living. Whether you’re after ocean-based activities, the hottest spots to brunch, sundown drinks by the sea or simply the best luxury hotels, Sydney’s got something for everyone. From stunning lunch spots to…
A Local’s Travel Guide to Canberra
Canberra has come along way since I first moved here from Queensland in 2010. It’s no longer known as just the hub for Australian politicians and the never-ending roundabouts. There’s a buzzing food and drink scene in Canberra with lots to do and plenty of places to explore. So, next time you visit Australia’s capital…
The Perfect Pocket Travel Guide to Slovenia
Bordered by some very well-known neighbours the likes of Italy, Croatia, Austria and Hungary, it would be easy to overlook or at least underestimate Slovenia. But during our short visit, the small Central European country became one of our favourite places in the world. Now, we can’t stop telling every traveller we meet about the…
An Epic Travel Guide to Whistler, Canada
Whistler steals your heart the moment you hear that first crunch of ice underfoot. Looking up you’ll find the village blanketed in snow, transporting you to a scene from a fairytale; there’s something about Whistler that just warms the soul. The snow was falling as we arrived and it made our first few moments that much more magical….
The Ultimate Banff Travel Guide
The quaint heritage buildings lining Banff Avenue appeared to shrink as we drove into the buzz of the town; the iconic crags of the Rocky Mountains rising up behind them. We divided our stay in this beautiful part of the Canadian Rockies between the two; hiking the forested ridges in the mornings and getting to know the…
A Healthy Travel Guide to Byron Bay
Byron Bay is a haven of beach paradise in northern New South Wales. The laid-back vibe, endless stretches of beach and famous lighthouse attracts yogis, young professionals and travellers alike. While once a mecca for gap year backpackers, in recent years the beachside town has evolved into a destination that caters for everyone; whether you’re…
Is Barwon Heads Victoria’s Best Kept Secret?
Barwon Heads is a small, sleepy, coastal town about 90 minutes drive southwest of Melbourne. It’s close to the better-known towns of Geelong and Ocean Grove. Barwon Heads was largely a fisherman’s village back in the day, becoming a popular holiday spot in the 1930s, when the wealthy Melbourne crowd flocked there to build houses by…
Why Ambon Indonesia is Much More than a Diving Destination
Ambon Island in Maluku was the final stop in our action packed Indonesia itinerary and there were some wonderful surprises in store for us when we arrived in Maluku’s capital. Diving in Ambon is world-renowned and the stunning Ambon diving sites draw divers from around the world. But, we found there is even more to Ambon than its…