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Great Barrier Reef facts
The Great Barrier Reef is the jewel in Queensland’s tiara. It’s one of the seven wonders of the natural world, a beautiful living thing stretching 3000km along the Queensland coast. When visiting...
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Neuschwanstein Castle Germany
Bavaria is a fantasy world of fairytale castles and picture-perfect scenery. Bavaria’s landscape of snow-covered peaks, sparkling emerald lakes and lush verdant forests provide a magical setting for...
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Things to do in Lima
The days when Lima was considered a stopover for travellers on the way to Machu Picchu are long gone. In recent times, Peru’s capital has emerged as a vibrant destination and culinary hot spot. Here...
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Willie Creek Pearls – WA
Wandering through the showroom at Willie Creek Pearls, I resign myself to leaving Broome empty handed. It’s not that I can’t find a pearl that I like; the problem is that most of the jewellery I like...
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Places to visit in Istanbul
Centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history furnish Istanbul with dreamy mosques, grand churches, fairytale palaces, bustling souks and an exotic ambience. Here are 10 places to visit in Istanbul. 1....
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Places to go in Spain – San Sebastian
Of all the places to go in Spain, San Sebastian is possibly one one of the most beautiful seaside destinations. Comb the jewel of Spain’s Basque country for hidden alleyways, cute bars, movie stars,...
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Spain tourist attractions – Oviedo
Set in a region with spectacular mountain ranges and a rugged coastline, the capital of Spain’s Asturias principality is rich in architecture, art and history. Of the many Spain tourist attractions,...
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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and other things to do
A space-aged museum and hip hotels sit next to Gothic churches, old bars and 19th century plazas in the capital of Basque in Spain. Here are 10 classic things to see and do in Bilbao. 1-Guggenheim...
View ArticlePeppers Gold Coast in Broadbeach
The best thing about Peppers Broadbeach is it’s located in one of the trendiest areas of Queensland’s Gold Coast. Where is Peppers Broadbeach? The hotel is located in two towers within walking distance...
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Girlfriend Getaways – Spas, bars and diamonds in Macau
Around Macau, ladies (and guys if they want to join in) have a ball sussing out fun and pleasure in this great big gambling city. As the guys hedge their bets by the blackjack tables, the gals can take...
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7 sustainable tourism resorts in Queensland
Looking for a sustainable tourism resort? Here are seven spots in Queensland. 1-Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort, Lady Elliot Island Photo: Lady Eilliot Island Eco Resort Snorkel, swim or dive at the...
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Tasmanian devil – 5 things you didn’t know
The world’s largest surviving carnivorous marsupial, the Tasmanian devil, has become an Australian icon and a national treasure. It has products and sporting teams named after it. Captive devils in...
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3 Queensland luxury escapes
From urban chic to rural hip, Queensland’s luxury resorts and apartments continue to push the boundaries. It’s no wonder Australia’s sunshine state attracts huge numbers of visitors each year. Besides...
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Richard Asher
I am a freelance travel and sport writer. I’ve been to nearly 70 countries and am always on the move, trusty MacBook and camera in tow. But home will always be South Africa. I’m a proud native of Cape...
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Macau Grand Prix
There’s never a bad time to go to Macau. But on one weekend each November, the city buzzes with an extra something. Call it sport, call it adventure; call it madness if you will. But you can say the...
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8 eco tourism holidays in NSW
Next time you book a holiday, think about how it will affect the environment. The early 21st century will probably be remembered by future generations as the dawn of the green age when mankind first...
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10 things to do in Adelaide
Discover bronze pigs, racing cars, bluestone mansions and brilliant sunsets in Adelaide. Here are 10 things to do in Adelaide. 1. Rundle Mall While most shopping malls in Australia look much like the...
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Luxury escapes – 7 holiday homes in Australia
Luxury escapes around Australia offer privacy, exclusivity and personalised service. Imagine lazing in a fashionable designer pool lounge with a bottle of champagne chilling in a bucket next to you...
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Mike Yardley
Clocking up 25 years in the media industry, my primary career for 20 years was as a full-time talk radio host. I guided my hometown of Christchurch through the dark days of the 2010/11 earthquakes on...
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Cultural flavours of Macau
Right next door to Hong Kong, make a date with the cultural melting pot of Macau. Traditionally treated as one of the world’s great side-trips, the former Portuguese colony’s unrelenting transformation...
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