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Snow capped peaks on the Milford Track.
Australia & NZ

Hiking the Milford Track: a gamble worth taking

Hiking the Milford Track is like entering the lottery: there’s a good chance it’ll pour rain every day making it a very long, wet, 4-day walk where you see nothing but your sodden, muddy boots as you trudge along the track. Or, you might…

July 31, 2016
Uluru, the Australian Outback
Australia & NZ

10 travel tips for visiting Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Ayers Rock, known to the Aboriginal people as Uluru, is one of the most iconic destinations in Australia. Along with the Barrier Reef and Sydney’s spectacular harbour, it’s one of the top 3 must-see places for international travellers visiting down under. Don’t miss these practical…

July 18, 2016
Sunset at Uluru
Australia & NZ

A guide to visiting Uluru

I’m almost embarrassed to admit that it took me decades to visit Uluru, the geographical and spiritual heart of Australia. Many Australians tend to be so focussed on holidays overseas that they neglect the beauty within. Other cultures have somehow always seemed more alluring than our own.…

July 18, 2016
Devonport, an upmarket suburb of Auckland.
Australia & NZ

Auckland shortbreak: what to do and see

New Zealand is famous for being the adventure capital of the world – skydiving, bungy jumping, heli skiiing, white water rafting – and it’s one of the most physically stunning countries on the planet. Lord of the Rings and the America’s Cup yacht race…

May 22, 2016