Last updated: November 21, 2013

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Man's epic bid to walk across the world

PAUL Salopek is one dedicated traveller. He's trekking from Ethiopia to Chile, a seven-year journey that aims to reproduce man's global migration. With one year down, he's got 32,000km to go.

The most hilarious review of plane food ever

WHAT happens when an adventurous foodie who has cooked with cat food and toothpaste is given a meal at 40,000ft? You'll be surprised by his ridiculous review.

Virgin Atlantic will fly "too fat to fly" man home

Virgin Atlantic will fly 'too fat to fly' man home

THE man told that he was too fat to fly has finally secured a plane ticket to fly home.

You've been warned: It's raining poo in Rome

You've been warned: It's raining poo in Rome

LOCAL authorities can't afford to clean up the starling poo covering Rome's streets this year.

Is this the strangest hotel room ever?

Is this the strangest hotel room ever?

THE first underwater room in Africa offers unsurpassed views ... underwater views that is. But are you brave enough to sleep under the sea?

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Round the world in four days

TWO QantasLink pilots took a 10-stop marathon journey to fly the scenic route from Canada to Australia.

You can do WHAT in Australia?

FROM secret tunnels to plane graveyards, who knew there were so many things to do without leaving the country?

Tourists told: Turn off phone, get discount

A RESTAURANT owner near Jerusalem is on a mission to save culinary culture by making diners a simple offer: Turn off your mobile phone and get a 50 per cent discount.

Crown Prince of Dubai cheats death

THE Crown Prince of Dubai is filmed untangling his parachute to narrowly escape death during a skydiving festival.

The world's tallest, fastest, scariest waterslide

The world's tallest, fastest, scariest waterslide

THE world's tallest and fastest waterslide is being built right now. Will you take the ride of your life? You might think twice after taking a look at these terrifying pics.

You've been warned: It's raining poo in Rome

You've been warned: It's raining poo in Rome

LOCAL authorities can't afford to clean up the starling poo covering Rome's streets this year.

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What $13.5k will get you in Qantas first class

FROM the huge lie-flat seat to the massages, pyjamas and being able to watch movies even while at the gate, here are 12 awesome things about flying first class.

Surprisingly rude gestures to avoid overseas

YOU may think they are perfectly innocent but be warned, these eight gestures cause some serious offence overseas. That includes the good old thumbs up. Seriously!

10 annoying things people do on planes

10 annoying things people do on planes

FLYING with others is inevitable, so why do people make the experience hell? Here are the absolute worst things our fellow passengers do on planes.

Five secrets only good travellers know

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THE best travel experiences are always the ones that almost didn’t happen. So here are five tools to help you put the ‘plan’ in your ‘unplanned’ travel moments.  

10 reasons why Brisbane is awesome. Really.

THE FINE city of Brisbane has been sledged mercilessly by big-headed Pommie batsman Kevin Pietersen this week. Today, we defend the city's honour. Um, sort of.

Is this Australia’s wackiest courtesy car?

ROJO Rocket rocks the Avoca Beach pocket of the Central Coast with it’s laid back, Mexican ‘Day of the Dead’ style, awesome margaritas and party nights like no other.  

The best Central Coast holiday secrets

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SSSSHHH ... don't tell anyone. Here are the best hidden hot spots on the NSW Central Coast.  

How to save money on a family holiday

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Going on a family holiday doesn't have to put too much strain on your budget - especially if you take heed of these money saving tips! You'll be surprised by how far your money can take you.  

Unveiled: Australia's $12m roller-coaster

Unveiled: Australia's $12m roller-coaster

BOASTING a G-force thrust greater than a space shuttle launch, meet the new Abyss, Australia's $12 million roller-coaster.