Embark on a journey through time and culture as you explore India’s famed Golden Triangle in just seven unforgettable days. This iconic circuit, connecting the bustling capital of Delhi, the pink-hued Jaipur, and the romantic city of Agra, offers a concentrated dose of India’s rich history, architectural marvels, and vibrant traditions. From the moment...
As our Blue Star Ferry entered the caldera of Santorini, the Captain made an announcement over the public address system. He was going to slow the ferry down, he said, so that all passengers could take photographs. And then the caldera opened up before us — the ancient volcanic rim rising in a great arc from the water, the whitewashed villages clinging impossibly to...
We had counted forty-three elephants. Then three more emerged from the tree line at the edge of the waterhole, and we stopped counting. Forty-six wild elephants — mothers, babies, teenagers playing in the shallows — going about their afternoon as if we were not there. Our jeep was silent. Nobody spoke. This was Minneriya National Park on Day One of our Sri Lanka...
My Son Sanctuary is a cluster of partly ruined Hindu temples in a jungle valley about an hour from Hoi An — the religious and political heart of the ancient Champa Kingdom, and one of Vietnam’s lesser-visited UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Most travellers heading to Southeast Asia put Angkor Wat on their list; far fewer know that My Son’s oldest structures...
This one had been on our bucket list for years before we ever booked it: a room at the Marriott Mena House with a real view of the Pyramids of Giza. When we finally checked in, we specifically asked for one of the better rooms — and we couldn’t have asked for a better result. This is what that experience actually looked like. View from Marriott Mena House...
We almost made the mistake everyone makes with Aswan — treating it as a stopover. A night to break up the journey to Abu Simbel, maybe a quick temple visit, then onward. By the end of our first afternoon on a felucca drifting past Elephantine Island, we knew we’d have been wrong to rush it. Two days here gave us a desert monastery we walked to under a punishing...
Most Barbados guides are written by someone who spent a week at a west coast resort, ate at the hotel restaurant four nights out of seven, and visited Harrison’s Cave on the one overcast day. We know, because we’ve read most of them. This is not that guide. We spent three months house-sitting in Barbados — living in a private home halfway between Oistins...
If you’re planning a trip to Cairo and have limited time, don’t worry – three days is enough to explore the highlights of this vibrant city. From iconic ancient wonders to bustling markets and delicious cuisine, Cairo offers a rich cultural experience that will leave you awestruck. In this article, we have crafted the perfect Cairo in a 3-day itinerary...
We have been visiting Bangkok since the early 1990s. Over 30 years and more trips than we can count, it has become the city we return to more than any other outside Australia. We have used it as a stopover, a base, a medical destination, a food destination, and simply a place to decompress between longer journeys. We have stayed in capsule hotels on Sukhumvit Soi 22...
Travelling as a family is special — but travelling as three generations together is something truly unforgettable. When we chose Phuket for our latest adventure — six adults and three children under four — we quickly discovered that this vibrant Thai island offers the perfect balance of relaxation, culture, adventure and ease. From calm, swimmable beaches and family...
With only three days to explore Cape Town, we set out to make the most of every moment — and what a journey it was! From discovering the city’s vibrant history and culture on two fascinating walking tours to soaking in the stunning coastal and mountain scenery aboard the hop-on hop-off bus, every experience revealed a new side of this incredible city. To top it all...
Nestled along the stunning southern coast of Sri Lanka, the Radisson Blu Hotel Galle offers a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and tropical charm. From its elegant beachfront rooms to world-class amenities and impeccable service, every moment of our stay felt indulgent. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing escape by the Indian Ocean or a base to explore the historic...