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25 Unique and Incredible Islands To Visit in 2025

From penguin colonies and dragons to glaciers and temples, these are some of the world's best islands to visit for a unique escape in 2025.

Africa, All, Asia, Caribbean, Europe, Oceania, Responsible & Eco Tourism, theme

11 Fantastic Green Ecotourism Destinations To Visit in 2025

Plan your next green getaway from one of these well-established or up-and-coming ecotourism destinations.

Padar Island in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Africa, Albania, All, Aruba, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, Destinations, Europe, Fiji, Indonesia, Islands and Beaches, Mauritius, Oceania, Spain

9 Blissful Beach Destinations for Sun, Sand, and Serenity

From favourites like Florida to lesser-known Sumba and the Albanian Riviera, these are some of the world's best beach destinations.

Karkalpakstan is one of the most remote-feeling destinations in the world

Adventure, All, Asia, Australia, Destinations, Europe, Indonesia, Middle East, Oceania, Off the beaten path, Oman, South America, The Americas

8 Remote and Secluded Places to Travel for an Isolated Escape

Experience a true escape at these eight isolated places where you can get away from it all amongst dunes, wildlife or vast, empty nothingness.

Savala Island is one of many tiny, pretty islands to visit on a Fiji day trip

Adventure, All, Destinations, Fiji, Islands and Beaches, Oceania

Unforgettable Fiji: Day Trips From Nadi to Islands, Beaches & Gardens

If you stay in Nadi or Denarau Island, these incredible Fiji day trips to pretty islands, beaches, and gorgeous gardens shouldn't be missed.

Searching for deals takes a little longer, but it's worth it when you find a great one

Africa, All, Antigua, Aruba, Asia, Caribbean, Destinations, Fiji, Islands and Beaches, Maldives, Mauritius, Oceania, Wellness

Luxury Island Face-Off: Maldives vs Mauritius, Aruba vs Antigua… or perhaps Pacific Fiji

With white sands, luxury resorts, and bath-like waters the battle of luxury islands is on: Aruba, Antigua, Fiji, Maldives or Mauritius?

Exploring islands in Fiji with fishermen

Accommodation, All, Destinations, Fiji, Islands and Beaches, Oceania, Stories & Features

Trespassing in Paradise with Fijian Fishermen

Castaway Island was the most beautiful and private resort I visited in Fiji – even if it was somewhat accidental.

Waking up to views like this in Tajikistan was magical

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12 Epic Multi-Day Hiking Destinations: From Famed Peaks to Offbeat Trails

Get outside and soothe your soul on one of these offbeat multi-day hiking trails covering peaks, pilgrimages and coastal escapes.

All, Destinations, Festivals and Events, New Zealand, Oceania, Off the beaten path, stories, Stories & Features

Whangamomona Republic Day: That Time I Went to Vote for a Cat in an Election

The self-proclaimed Republic of Whangamomona is tucked away in Taranaki, New Zealand. On 'Republic Day', the 125-strong population – plus animals – welcome everyone for the grand election.

All, Australia, ByRoad, City Breaks, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Oceania

Adelaide to Melbourne Road Trip: The Extended Great Ocean Road

If there is one road trip down under you will know it's the Great Ocean road but the extended version, from Melbourne to Adelaide is even more stunning...

All, Australia, Destinations, Oceania

Ten unforgettable Australia travel experiences not to be missed!

Australia is a bucket-list travel destination for many, and there are some incredible Australia travel experiences no one should miss!

Accommodation, Adventure, All, ByRoad, Destinations, New Zealand, Oceania

Car or Campervan for New Zealand? Which Rental Is Best

Nine reasons I believe you should hire a car, not a campervan, to get around during your New Zealand adventure.

The Castlepoint lighthouse at sunrise, New Zealand

All, ByRoad, Destinations, New Zealand, Oceania

New Zealand North Island Itinerary: Auckland to Wellington (7 or 14 Days)

Discover New Zealand in 7/14 days on this epic North Island Itinerary. From Auckland to Wellington (to cross), find the best places to visit.

All, Australia, City Breaks, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Oceania, Wildlife and Nature

Quokkas and Coffee: A long weekend in Perth, Fremantle and Rottnest Island

From caffeinated city quarters to crystal clear water, and those adorable Quokka selfies, it turns out there is plenty to discover in the worlds more remote city!

All, ByRoad, Destinations, New Zealand, Off the beaten path

11 New Zealand north island hidden gems

Waterfalls, beaches down dirt tracks, Japenese style gardens, and the movie stand in for Mount Fuji, don't miss these New Zealand North Island secret gems.

All, Art and Culture, Australia, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Oceania, Off the beaten path, Stories & Features

Discovering Port Douglas and Aboriginal Culture

Ever since I moved to Sydney I was adamant I wanted to learn more about Aboriginal culture and the indigenous people of this vast land. Learning from a book is one thing, but to spend time with a local and understand their perspective is far more valuable...

Adventure, All, Australia, ByRoad, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Oceania

Reasons To Visit Queensland: Things To Do in Tropical Australia

When I teamed up with Lonely Planet and Three mobile to share somewhere that had captured my heart, it was a no-brainer, I booked a ticket to Queensland. I'm so excited to share this video of why I love this part of the world so much...

All, Australia, ByRoad, City Breaks, Destinations, Food and Wine, Oceania

A Bellarine Peninsula weekend road trip

Take a weekend break to the Bellarine Peninsula and discover a chilled Victoria destination that has all the small town charm that you won't find in the city of Melbourne...

All, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, New Zealand, Oceania, Off the beaten path, Wildlife and Nature

Falling in love with New Plymouth, Taranaki

Whilst many will say Mount Taranaki, always standing proudly in the middle of the region yet often hidden in cloud, is the jewel of Taranaki's crown, I'd have to disagree. New Plymouth is a city that seems to be evolving, fast, making it my favourite city in Aotearoa.

All, Australia, Destinations, Islands and Beaches, Reviews, Wildlife and Nature

Exploring Fraser Island with Unique Fraser

With highway-beaches-airport combos, crystal clear lakes, mantas, champagne pools and the only rainforest known to grow on sand Fraser Island is one unique place. As I learnt, you will want more than one day here...

All, Australia, Destinations, Islands and Beaches

Whitehaven beach: The worlds finest?

The Whitsundays beach situation is usually summed up with the picture perfect Whitehaven beach. Where to start? Fly over or swim under? This one of those places that truly took my breath away, let me tell you why.