Holiday Ideas

The hottest destinations for 2011

IF you're a traveller with a keen eye for emerging destinations, take a look at Flight Centre's hot spots list for 2011.

A day in the life of a wizard

YOU'VE read the books and seen the movies, now you can experience life in the wizarding world at Florida's Harry Potter Theme Park.

48 hours in Kuala Lumpur

WHETHER you're planning a holiday in Malaysia or just stopping over, here are some tips to help you get the most out of the capital in just 48 hours.

Up close and personal with dolphins

DOLPHIN poo and intimate affairs are just some of the highlights on this Port Stephens dolphin cruise, where you get to swim with the ocean's finest.

A greener way to discover Montreal

DISCOVER the best Montreal has to offer with The MapGuide, a joint venture taking you to unique, sustainable and culturally significant attractions.

X-rated cake shop reveals gory menu

MAGGOTS, eyeballs, rats, pussy pimples and teeth feature in a horrifying menu unveiled by the world’s first adults-only cake shop.

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Eat, pray and surf in Bali

COMBINING spirituality with activity, Janine Hall's Surf Haven Bali retreat delivers an out of body, pampered experience like no other.

The best of New Zealand revealed

LET the many local delights and a calm, laid back attitude give you a travel high on your next New Zealand trip.

Top 10 ultimate aussie activities

BORED? Crazy? Need holiday inspiration? Here are ten of Australia's ultimate experiences, according to Lonely Planet.

Athens ticks all the travelling boxes

THINK outside the box and experience new and old around every corner in the delightful Greek capital - and now is the best time for Aussies to visit.

World's best underwater experiences

IF, like the Little Mermaid, you've ever dreamed of living under the sea, take a look at Lonely Planet's top aquatic experiences.

African safari, bird style

A REMOTE safari lodge in Africa has come up with a novel way to get a glimpse of wild animals - and it involves a very peculiar looking contraption.

Luxury like no other in Thailand

THE island paradise of Koh Samui is a stunning contrast between luxury and simplicity.

The best of Brisbane

IF you're heading to Brissy for the Ashes, make time for the rest of the city and visit highlights so close to the Gabba you could hit 'em with a 6.

World's best places to bust a move

LEAVE the wallflowers behind and learn from the professionals in these home towns of high-energy dances. Breakdancing-tango, anyone?

Can you afford a luxury holiday?

THE good things in life - like those long-dreamt-of holidays - are suddenly becoming more affordable. But how much does that ritzy lodge really cost?

Inside the Ferrari World theme park

THOUSANDS of people have descended on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island for the grand opening the world's first Ferrari theme park.

The world's best secret islands

IF all those hours spent watching Lost have you craving a deserted island experience, here are the top ten secret islands perfect to stowaway to.

Zen in New Zealand

FOR a luxury retreat full of Eastern promise where you can rest your weary soul, you don't have to travel further than across the Tasman.

Czech it out: the highlight of Prague

Experience one of Europe's best views from the top of this historically spectacular delight in Prague.