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Live the island life: 20 unique islands to visit in 2020

If you like your island life served up with more than sandy feet, these must-visit bucket list islands offer unique wildlife and attractions to explore.

The Castlepoint lighthouse at sunrise, New Zealand

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

Car or campervan for New Zealand? North Island two week road-trip itinerary

Nine reasons I believe you should hire a car, not a camper, in New Zealand, and a sample two week road-trip itineary for the North Island.

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

Which luxury island escape is right for you: Aruba, Antigua, Fiji, the Maldives or Mauritius?

With stunning waters, white sands, and that unique island vibe, which is the best luxury island escape for you: Aruba, Antigua, Fiji, Maldives or Mauritius?

All, Destinations, Festivals and Events, Journal & Personal, New Zealand, North Island New Zealand, Oceania, Off the beaten path, Stories & Faces, Taranaki

Whangamomona Republic Day: That time I went to vote for a cat in an election...

The self-proclaimed Whangamomona Republic is in the north island of New Zealand, hidden down the forgotten highway of Taranaki and on the Whangamomona Republic Day is when it really comes to life.

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, Australia, City Breaks, Destinations, Oceania

Is Sydney super expensive? Tips to save your travel dollar...

It's often called one of the most expensive cities in the world but having lived in Sydney and been a tourist there, you can still find plenty of ways to keep your costs down.

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

Exploring Fiji from Nadi: Day Trips and Island Adventures

White sands, clear waters, friendly locals - say Bula to Fiji Time with some handy day-trips and Island adventures from Nadi and Denarau Island.

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, ByRoad, Destinations, New Zealand, North Island 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, Journal & Personal, Oceania, Off the beaten path, Stories & Faces

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, Travel Videos

Why I Love Queensland: Video

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...