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Hong Kong's dazzling world of neon signage on show

Julietta Jameson An online exhibition showcases Hong Kong's infamous neon lights that festooned its scintillating streetscapes through the 20th century.

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The prefect cruise for chocolate lovers

Belinda Jackson Eat bespoke chocolate creations, drink it in cocktails or lather it on in a spa treatment on a divine cruise for lovers of sweet luxury.

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What is the best camper van and park option for a road trip

Julietta Jameson Users of Skyscanner for flights or Hotels.com and lastminute.com for accommodation know the value of the one-stop shop when seeking the lowest prices and best options. Now an Australian company is offering something similar for camper vans and parks.

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Melbourne's coolest bars and pubs at your finger tips

Belinda Jackson The latest edition of Melbourne's Bars and Pubs is now free and spells out the dress code, the average price of a meal, happy hours and even the average age of punters.

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Top chefs showcase best of Australian dinning at exclusive world gala

Belinda Jackson It might be the greatest three-course meal in Australian history but the public won’t get a taste.

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A seaside experience for wheelchair-bound holidaymakers

Julietta Jameson Port Stephens Council has long had a reputation as a disability-friendly destination.

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Mandarin Oriental hotel: Waterfront luxury on Turkey's coastline

Belinda Jackson The new Mandarin Oriental has opened its doors on Turkey's south-eastern coastline, 30 minutes from Bodrum on the Turkish Riviera.

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Free electric buggy shuttle for Santa Monica tourists

JULIETTA JAMESON This US city has taken the electric buggy from the golf course and put it on the streets as a shuttle between attractions for visitors.

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Fly to New York with China Southern

Robert Upe Our passionate affair with New York gets extra oomph when China Southern Airlines starts flying to the Big Apple via Guangzhou, in southern China, from August 6.

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A 'happiness' blanket being developed by British Airways will alert fellow passengers of your mood

Now, it won't be just your red face that will give away your temperament to flight attendants.

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Ramadan parties in Asia? Let Urban Adventures take you there

Since its inception five years ago, off-the-beaten-track day tour company Urban Adventures' stock-in-trade has been bespoke, immersive experiences. Now it's taking that a step further.

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Swim with giant humpback whales with Sunreef Mooloolaba

Robert Upe A Sunshine Coast company has started a swim-with-the-whales experience. In an Australian first, Sunreef Mooloolaba is providing the chance for people to swim with giant humpbacks.

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Animal-friendly travel: Elephant enlightenment

Jane Reddy Tourists atop elephants in Asia are an all-too-common sight, but Australian operators have taken steps in support of animal-friendly travel.

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Take the ABBA The Museum sightseeing boat tour

Robert Upe If Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen and Fernando still ring in your ears, there's good news out of Stockholm. ABBA The Museum has started a summer sightseeing boat tour about the Swedish supergroup.

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Shangri-La Hotel in China introduces Confucius immersion package

Robert Upe Shangri-La Hotels has a package that goes beyond room upgrades, free spa treatments and late checkouts.

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From surf goddess in Bali to snow goddess in Japan

Jane Reddy After 13 years of running Surf Goddess Retreats in Bali, Michelle Varga is about to also launch Snow Goddess Retreats in Japan.

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Hotel creates its own buzz with rooftop aviary

Jane Reddy In response to the dwindling population of pollinator bees throughout North America, Toronto's Fairmont Royal York is extending its hospitality to the smallest of guests with the opening of the 'Pollinator Bee Hotel'.