Destinations

Top 10 Things to do in Rainbow Beach

Less is more in Rainbow Beach, a little seaside town which is less developed, less flashy and less crowded

So Sofitel Hua Hin: Luxury Meets Fun Thai Style

A massive set of marble steps lead to the open air lobby past Spot the cheetah, one of numerous animal statues that

Luang Prabang: 11 Reasons You’ll Dream of it Forever

It’s dangerous returning somewhere you loved the first time around; the destination might have been spoilt or just

One Night of Luxury in Bangkok at Sofitel Sukhumvit

With a massive centrepiece of purple orchids and art from France, the lobby is a Thai-French blend that

Running a Half Marathon in Luang Prabang: Exhaustion to Elation in 21 Kilometers

We set off in the dark and we’re still running when another misty morning settles over Luang Prabang, the ancient royal capital and spiritual center of Laos. It’s hot, muggy and smoky from the fires locals use to cook food and

Tenaru Falls: a Solomon Islands Adventure

Why are waterfalls so appealing? Is it the sheer power of the water cascading over a cliff edge? The

Camping Made Easy at Rainbow Beach

Camping is a hassle. I get that. There’s no doubt that the time and effort involved stops our family from

World War 2 Tour in the Solomon Islands

In some ways it seems that little has changed in the sleepy Solomon Islands since 1942 when the US

Day Trip to Savo Island in the Solomons

Shrouded in low cloud, Savo Island floats on the ocean like a land that time forgot. Our boat looks like a bath toy

Sunshine Coast Staycation: Rumba Beach Resort in Caloundra, Part 2

Sunday As training for the half marathon fundraiser in Luang Prabang I was supposed

Sunshine Coast Staycation Rumba Resort Caloundra

Sunshine Coast Staycation: Rumba Beach Resort in Caloundra, Part 1

Staycations are increaasingly popular. Not only do we have less time for overseas vacations but, if you live in Brisbane

Shell Money Festival in the Solomon Islands

The people of Malaita Island have long been the most feared tribe in the Solomon Islands. Distrusting of strangers

The Solomon Islands: 10 Things You Should Know

You’ve probably heard of the Solomon Islands but might not be sure what they’re like, who lives there or even where

Giddyup to Granada’s Horse Parade

“But you should stay for the Hipica.” We’re checking into our hotel in Granada, Central America’s oldest city where

72 Hours in Granada, Nicaragua

With its fine colonial architecture, Spanish heritage and stunning natural surroundings, Granada, the oldest city in Central America, is enjoying a renaissance. Due to its war torn past Nicaragua is still one

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