Mekong river cruises from Vietnam to Cambodia – or vice versa – give food loving travellers a taste of Indochina and the chance to experience the culinary cultures and cuisines of the two similar but very different neighbouring countries. Few rivers hold more mystique than the Mekong River and there are few better ways to …
The best sunsets in Australia are easily the best sunsets in the world, thanks to a combination of spectacular beaches, bays and harbours, stupendous landscapes, and stunning spots from which to savour them. These are some of our favourites. I recently shared a shot of sunrise at Angkor Wat on social media, inspiring some Facebook …
Song Saa private island on Koh Ouen off the southern coast of Cambodia is barefoot luxury at its best. Our friends at Luxury Escapes have an incredible 5-night package for our Australian readers, but you have to hurry as it’s ending very soon. Song Saa private island on Koh Ouen off the southern coast of …
The best Western Australian beaches are the best Australian beaches. No argument. Western Australia is skirted by the country's finest stretches of sand – pristine, squeaky soft, lapped by crystal clear water, and often empty. As far as we’re concerned the best Western Australian beaches are by far the best of Australia’s beaches. Trust us …
How to choose a Halong Bay cruise – surely it can’t be that hard? I didn’t think so until I heard travellers complain of being put on boats they didn’t book and forced to share ‘single’ rooms with strangers. We thought it time we shared our tips to how to choose a Halong Bay cruise that’s …
How we created a life filled with travel is something we’re continually asked. As last year was our 18th year living abroad and we're celebrating a few more milestones, we thought it time to share our epic journey (so far), some lessons learnt, mistakes made, and wisdom gained Anyone who knows me knows I’m hopeless …
The National Parks of Calabria are some of the most breathtakingly beautiful in Europe. While Calabria remains as off the beaten track as it gets for most travellers to Italy, it’s a popular summer holiday spot for Italians, and if they’re not on the beach they’re exploring the region’s national parks. The National Parks of …
Best Calabria beaches? Who knew Calabria had brilliant beaches? Well, it has wonderful stretches of sand and cosy coves to rival Italy’s finest beaches. However, it also has some fairly shabby holiday towns, which is why you need our comprehensive guide to where to spread your towel. Best Calabria Beaches – The Most Alluring Stretches of Sand …
The best Mallorca beaches won't be near your hotel. While the chances are that your accommodation is a stone’s throw from a decent beach, if you’re seeking a stunning stretch of sand to spread out your towel, you're going to have to go further afield. But trust us, these beaches are worth it. Boasting some 262 or so …
I have a soft spot for the ferry. Whenever we travel I look for ferry routes and seek out ferries as an alternative to trains and planes. Few forms of transport epitomise slow travel as much as the ferry. Last week we were on the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula on the southern coast of Victoria, Australia, watching …
The Swan River is everywhere you look in Perth, Australia, so at some stage you need to get out on the water. If you’re a wine lover you’ll want a taste of the Swan Valley and a Swan River wine cruise is one way of sampling Western Australia’s oldest wine region. When most people think …
Best Perth parks, gardens and picnic spots from Kings Park, located on Mount Eliza, with its sprawling lawns and panoramic Perth city vistas to Stirling Gardens in the heart of the city, Perth’s oldest botanic gardens. There’s no shortage of spots in Perth to spread out your picnic blanket. The best Perth parks are those blessed with …