Last updated: December 17, 2013

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How much does it cost to escape your life?

YOU'RE in a dodgy situation. You've ripped off some bad dude that now has a bounty on your head. You've killed your neighbour's cat. Here's how much it costs for a fresh start.

Inside a $24,000 a night hotel room

IT'S huge. It's dazzling. It's outrageously lavish and is truly fit for a king. Take a look inside one of the most expensive hotel rooms in the world, at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai.

Tourist travels around Australia in one minute

Tourist travels around Australia in one minute

EVER wanted to tour Australia? Well now you can, thanks to a French filmmaker who captured the vast beauty of Down Under in just one minute.

The most awesome plane photos you'll ever see

The most awesome plane photos you'll...

SO THIS is what plane spotters hang out for. These unbelievable mile-high snaps were taken by some of the world's best aviation photographers and give a unique glimpse into life in the skies.

Is this the best resort guest ever?

Is this the best resort guest ever?

TRASHING hotel rooms, nicking the amenities and keeping the neighbours up? Not this guest. You won't believe what he's getting up to right now!

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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?

The world's most exclusive airline terminal

EVER wondered where celebrities, sports stars and the mega rich wait for their flights? Welcome to the world's most luxurious airline terminal.

Snow in Cairo first time in 112 years

SNOW has fallen in the Egyptian capital of Cairo for the first time in more than 100 years, as a powerful storm system struck parts of the Middle East.

Rooster testicles seized at NZ border

Rooster

A MAN who tried to bring 2kg of frozen rooster testicles into New Zealand from Vietnam has had to hand them over for destruction.

Welcome to the incredible 'dive of death'

Welcome to the incredible 'dive ...

IT'S one of the most dangerous places to dive on earth and has claimed eight lives. Yet this spectacular, enormous "black hole" continues to lure thrillseekers in search of the ultimate plunge.

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Secret world of hostie crash pads

EVER wondered where flight attendants sleep once the plane touches down, and what they really get up to? Here are the rules of crew crash pads.

The world's most exclusive flight

YOU might not expect President Obama, George Bush and Hillary Clinton to get along, but behind-the-scenes pics on Air Force One tell a different story.

How 'mattress runners' are getting hotel perks

How 'mattress runners' are getti...

A GROUP of savvy travellers have figured out how to score hotel perks such as upgrades, free meals and free nights. You can learn a lot from them, and the loophole they take advantage of.

The 11 most outrageous airport interiors

The 11 most outrageous airport interiors

MASSIVE, beautiful, weird, wonderful, futuristic and fun. Here are some of the world's best - and the craziest - airport interiors.

Did your family build this road?

HAVE you ever driven down an old country road only to wonder how it was built back in the day? Well on the Convict Trail north of Sydney, you can spend a whole day finding out, and the results are a little bit naughty.   

Inside Clive's 'Palmersaurus' adventure land

SOME labelled his ambitious plan bizarre and tacky ... and they were right. Clive Palmer's very own Jurassic Park has opened... and it's as bad as we thought.

Australia's best places to get high

Australia's best places to ...

ALL across Australia people are getting up in the sky - in balloons, skydiving, jet planes and helicopters. Check out these awesome ways to get your head in the clouds.

How to survive a holiday with the in-laws

How to survive a holiday with the in-laws

CHRISTMAS is a time of goodwill towards all men. That includes your in-laws. Here is how to make sure you have a great time at the beach this summer regardless of the company.

The retreat that spells competition for Bali

The retreat that spells competition for Bali

'AM I really not in Bali?' That's the first thought that enters my mind when I wake up to Day One of Byron Bay's newest surf and yoga retreat run exclusively for women.