For travellers looking for places to visit away from Thailand’s beaches, Chiang Mai is one of the best options. This city in northern Thailand is a major cultural destination, but it is also popular for …
Sri Lanka is an increasingly popular destination in South Asia, one that rewards travellers in countless ways. Even if you’ve travelled extensively in Asia, a visit to Sri Lanka offers plenty of fresh experiences and …
Growing up in Melbourne there were a few places my family would go on holidays in Victoria with some regularity. The surf coast was one, northern Victoria another. And then there was the Grampians. My …
When people plan on visiting Latvia, you can’t beat the capital Riga as a starting point. The city offers a gentle introduction into life in Latvia and the various things to do in Riga teach …
One of the benefits of longer-term travel is that you’re able to take a gamble on a destination. On short trips you have the pressure of trying to make the most of each and every …
There are few regions in Italy spoken of with such love as Tuscany. The name evokes mental images of rolling hills, historic villas and plenty of wine. The region also has some world-famous cities, with …
For all my time spent in Austria, there was one obvious activity I’d wanted to do and that was to go hiking in Austria. My trips had always revolved around the country’s cities and picturesque …
Travelling to Western Australia’s south coast means spending a lot of time looking at beaches and interesting rock formations. But variety is the spice of life and so my brother and I decided to mix …
If you’re planning on visiting Tasmania, there’s every chance your trip is going to include some time in Hobart. After all, it is the largest city and capital of the island state. But there’s so …
There’s really no part of Tasmania where you won’t find somewhere interesting to visit. But some parts of the state are easier to reach than others, making them more popular with tourists. I think it’s …
Of all the items of clothing and travel gear I’ve used over the years, shoes are by and far the thing I most go through. Wearing the same pair of shoes all day, everyday for …
Perth makes a great base for exploring more of Western Australia. But you don’t have to drive all way out to Albany or Margaret River to see more of the state. There are a bunch …
Cruises make up a significant segment of tourism, even in Europe, and hold a lot of influence in giving destinations an audience. Even though I’m not a cruise-goer, I’ve found myself in more than a …