5. Chase waterfalls in the lush hinterland . While not technically the ocean, the freshwater streams and secluded swimming holes located in the Cook Islands’ lush hinterland are worthy of a mention.

The best place to whale watch in Queensland: Hervey Bay, the country’s ‘whale capital’ Hervey Bay was titled the Whale Capital of Australia in 2019, becoming the first Whale Heritage site due to its ...

2. Ride a bike along former railway tracks . Ecotrax Fiji has transformed the abandoned tracks of an old sugarcane railway into a low-impact adventure. Mount an electronically assisted bike and set ...

Queensland is a destination for all ages, boasting beaches, theme parks (like Dreamworld, Warner Bros. Movie World and more) and grown-up entertainment (like The Star and Top Golf).Picture a family ...

The best dining and drinking in Phuket PRU. As Phuket’s only Michelin-starred restaurant, PRU features an interactive and exciting theatre kitchen. An ethos of “plant, raise and understand” is carried ...

Vibe Hotel Melbourne, on the corner of Flinders and Queen Streets, sees a modern reticulated glass tower rise out of a heritage Fletcher Jones Flinders Street frontage from 1873. Atop the new build is ...

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth started life in 1966 as a hotel created by Qantas for its staff (and fellow travellers). After six decades (and an extensive renovation) we discover why it’s still a modern ...

General tickets go on sale in late 2025. See the FIFA World Cup match schedule here.. 2. Spain. From sun-drenched beaches and rugged mountains to historic cities and charming villages, Spain’s allure ...

Afternoon. Next, head to Asakusa for a step back in time – home to Sensō-ji, Tokyo’s oldest and most iconic temple. Start your journey at Kaminarimon Gate, marked by its massive red lantern, then make ...

Lisbon. Lisbon’s soulful rhythm can only be felt through your taste buds. Sample pastéis de nata (Portuguese egg tarts) still warm from age-old bakeries, then ride the historic Tram 28 past ...

Grand designs: Grand Egyptian Museum . It’s taken 20 years to build this dramatic museum, but the GEM finally – and officially – opens in July. Located in the new Pyramids precinct south of downtown ...

Nestled in the heart of Victoria’s High Country, Lancemore Milawa is a quietly monumental retreat that redefines rural luxury. This elegant estate – part of the esteemed Lancemore legacy and once a ...