Embarking on an African safari with friends, family or your partner is the chance of a lifetime, and if you are headed to the plains of Africa, glamping is an excellent accommodation decision for all. … [Read more...]
Travel: Things You Need To Think Of When Planning A Trip Out Of Australia
If you have an international tripped planned, then you will need to be highly organised as good travel is the result of good planning. This applies to any trip you plan from a holiday to a gap year. … [Read more...]
Travel: Photography Tips for Your Next Australian Adventure
Australia has some of the most attractive natural wonders on the planet. It's also home to some of the cutest animals in existence, along with a few beauties you wouldn't like to cross. It's perhaps … [Read more...]
Coeliac Awareness Week 2016: The Gluten-Free Travel Guide
For Coeliac Awareness Week (13 – 20 March) Health and Fitness Travel have identified the top destinations offering gluten-free options for coeliac globetrotters and for anyone else who has chosen to … [Read more...]
Travel: Top 10 Private Castles for rent in Europe
Ever wanted to live like you’re in a fairy tale? Well you can do just that in one of these European castles listed on Airbnb. Airbnb wants to encourage a new type of cultural travel where people … [Read more...]
Travel: Top Destinations in Australia & New Zealand for Valentine's Day
The world’s traditions may differ, but one thing remains the same - people are looking for the perfect way to make their special someone feel loved. And many people are celebrating their love on the … [Read more...]
Travel: 5 Romantic Wellness Retreats for Valentine's Day
No matter where you are in the world you're never too far away from a romantic retreat for two. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it’s time to book a getaway for a romantic wellness escape. … [Read more...]
Bleisure: Mixing Business & Leisure Travel is booming in 2016
One of the emerging travel trends in 2016 involves mixing business travel with leisure. Also known as 'Bleisure' this trend is seeing more business travellers taking some time out to play the role of … [Read more...]
Travel: Melbourne is the Ultimate Australian Destination for the Foodie
Melbourne is a culinary hot spot renowned for its melting pot culture, tasteful alfresco dining and the reliability of a great espresso. If you’re looking for things to do in Melbourne, an excellent … [Read more...]
Travel: Airbnb's Top 10 Properties for 'Desktop Travellers'
Still feeling the back-to-work blues? Research from Airbnb show’s you’re not alone as the site sees a 36% rise in browse-time from December to January. A British neuropsychologist has identified a … [Read more...]
Travel: The World’s Best Tennis Retreats
At this time each year, the Australian Open inspires many Aussies to dig out that old tennis racket and get back on the court. But did you know you can improve your game while on holiday at one of the … [Read more...]
Travel: 5 Things to Consider When Going Caravanning with Your Family
Caravanning with the extended family is definitely an equally amazing and unique experience. It gives you the chance to reconnect with the family, as you spend plenty of quality time together. A … [Read more...]
Travel: No-Go Zones for Women Travelling Alone in 2016
In most countries around the world, females are able to travel safely by themselves without any major issues. However, there are certain countries where women should take extra precautions or even … [Read more...]
Travel: Hamilton Island a holiday destination for families
Perfectly positioned in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is popular with sailing enthusiasts, honeymooners, and adventure seekers, but one Whitsunday accommodation provider is … [Read more...]
Top Health and Wellness Travel Trends for 2016
From fitness DNA to Bleisure and Healthy Sabbaticals for Workplace Wellness, the leading specialists in wellness holidays worldwide, Health and Fitness Travel, reveal the emerging trends that will … [Read more...]
Travel: The Ultimate Beach Vacay Packing List
It's vacation time and whether you’re heading off to some far corner of the globe or are planning a road trip around Australia, you need to get your packing right. A beach vacation is one of the best … [Read more...]
Australian court says Insurance cannot discriminate against people with mental illness
A recent decision by the Human Rights Division of the Victoria Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) found that QBE Insurance discriminated against Ella Ingram when the insurer refused to pay her … [Read more...]
Travel: Why You Should Take Off Solo
Why You Should Take Off Solo. Taking off to another country on the other side of the world solo can be one of the most daunting and frightening experiences of your life. Throw in a language barrier … [Read more...]
Travel: Top Wellness Retreats for Christmas 2015 & New Year 2016
For those looking for a healthier start to the New Year, Health and Fitness Travel, specialists in wellness holidays worldwide, share their top wellness retreats for Christmas and the New Year. The … [Read more...]
Going on Vacation? Avoid These Social Networking No-Nos
Ah, the four S’s of vacation season: sun, sand, surf and… safety? The last one is probably not high on your to-do list as you wrestle with how many pairs of shoes is too many to bring on … [Read more...]
Budget Travel Advice for Seeing Australia
Travelling the world is an ambition for a lot of women, but how many of us get to know our own country first? For many Australians, exploring Australia is a must before going further. The country is … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List
This summer, instead of flying to your vacation destination, you have decided to take a road trip with your family. A road trip is among the best ways to see all that Australia has to offer, and … [Read more...]
Fishing Road Trip: Save The Adventure For The Water
Whether you’re going to South West Rocks, Sweers Island or Exmouth for your next fishing trip, you’ll want to arrive at your destination refreshed and ready for adventure. But sometimes … [Read more...]
Travel: 5 Bucket List Destinations if Money Wasn’t a Problem
It’s a perennial question. What if you woke up, checked your Saturday lotto results and found out that you’d won the weekend jackpot. Money is suddenly, no longer a problem. Where would you go? … [Read more...]
Travel: Smart Storage Tips For the Traveller Hitting the Road
There is nothing more liberating than setting out to see the world! You’ve spent so much time preparing, saving and researching the absolute trip of a life time! But have you thought about what you … [Read more...]
Boom in Global Group Travel for Women Only
Getting away with the girls, whether it be for an evening, a weekend or a holiday is great fun and more and more women seem to be realising how important “girl-space is”. Women lead busier lives … [Read more...]
Travel: 4 U.S. Vacations for the Overworked Professional
Australian workers receive 20 paid vacation days and eight paid holidays each year, according to a report from the Center for Economic and Policy Research. But are you taking advantage of your paid … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Travel Insurance for Aussies
A question I get asked A LOT is “Do I really need travel insurance..?” My answer… “Are you serious? You insure your car and you insure your home so why wouldn’t you insure yourself on holiday?” Did … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Dating Etiquette in Europe
To an outsider, dating etiquette in some European countries can seem strange, amusing and more than a little confusing. For example, did you know that in Portugal it is an absolute no-no to hand a … [Read more...]
Travel: 15 ‘Must Taste’ food and drink experiences when visiting Scotland
From a plate of freshly caught fish, enjoyed whilst taking in the beautiful scenery of the Orkney Islands, to an adventure picking wild berries on a trip to the Scottish Borders, to trying a genuine … [Read more...]
Five Australian Road Trips to Consider this Easter Break
Don’t know what to do over the Easter break? Consider taking a road trip on one of Australia’s greatest drives. It’s a perfect holiday idea for the family, a group of friends, or just you and your … [Read more...]
Is travel set to get cheaper?
Several factors converged last year that should have a positive impact on travellers, especially those from Britain or the United States. The divergent state of the global economic recovery left … [Read more...]
Travel: Your guide to renting a car in the UK
Whether you're travelling in the United Kingdom for business or pleasure, renting a car is definitely the best way to go. In contrast to Australia, driving distances are short, meaning that fuel costs … [Read more...]
Travel: World’s Top 10 Detox Retreats for 2015
From the foothills of India’s Himalayas to the rolling Tuscan hills of Italy, enhance your well-being with a healthy spring cleanse, for benefits from weight loss to clearer skin and improved mental … [Read more...]
Travel without Insurance? Are You Crazy!
When you think about that awesome ski holiday looming out in front of you what’s the first thing you think of? Is it the awesome pristine snow, the perfect sunny sky that you’re praying for, the … [Read more...]
Infographic: An Astrological Travel Guide
Astrology says our destines our written in the stars, and according to The Co-operative Travel blog, so too are our travel destinations. Let your star sign guide you to your perfect travel … [Read more...]
Travel: Things you don’t want to forget when packing your bags for a holiday
The Christmas holidays are fast approaching and many of of us are preparing to set off interstate or overseas for some rest and relaxation. By now most of you would have decided on a destination and … [Read more...]
Travel: 10 Quality and Affordable Luggage Brands
Whether you're heading overseas or travelling domestically for the holidays, any seasoned traveller will tell you that quality matters most when choosing which luggage to buy. While travelling can be … [Read more...]
Best Stopovers from Australia to London for Business Travellers
When going on a long business flight from Australia to London, you need to think carefully about where you want to stop over. Each stopover offers a number of different benefits and opportunities. You … [Read more...]
Travel: Don’t Know Where to Stay? Try a Mystery Hotel
Remember when 'mystery flights' were all the rage in the 1990s? The fact that you had no idea where you were going when you entered the airport, only added to the excitement as you headed off for what … [Read more...]