Keen to get Open Water Diver (OWD) certified? Congrats! Getting your scuba diving licence won’t just open up a whole new realm of travel experiences for you, but it will also introduce you to a whole new travel community. As…
Every year, hundreds of thousands of hikers arrive in Nepal to tackle its exquisite mountain trails. How many of them, I wonder, are aware of the kind of impact they have on this tiny Himalayan nation? Last December, I was lucky…
It’s best known for its turquoise seas and crystalline beaches, but Mauritius has so much more to offer travellers looking for an authentic, sustainable travel experience on the island. And I’m not just talking about waterfall lookouts. Whether you’re planning…
Byron Bay is a special place. I was incredibly lucky to grow up in this beautiful northern NSW town, and after upping sticks 15 years ago to move to Sydney and then work and travel all over the world, I’m…
From its ancient tombs to its elaborate temples, its undulating sand dunes to the lush Nile Valley, Egypt brings out the explorer in all of us. Before you dive in, take a moment to think about how you can minimise your…
It’s no secret that Phuket is no longer the unspoiled tropical paradise that first started luring international travellers to its shores in the 1970s. Yet thanks to its still-beautiful beaches, choice of good value hotels, excellent food and convenient air links, Thailand’s favourite…
With its wonderful food markets, pedestrian-friendly streets, superlative gardens and ambitious zero-waste strategy, it’s no wonder Ljubljana was named the European Green Capital for 2016. When I first visited the Slovenian capital last year, I was blown away by its…