True grit: Riding in cowboy country
A visit to a working cattle ranch in the American West challenges and inspires the toughest of cowgirls.
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Julie Miller
Author and travel writer Julie Miller scrapes a living writing about the things she loves: travel, riding horses and drinking cocktails on tropical beaches. Between airports, she lives in a rural retreat just beyond Sydney.
The 10 hidden highlights of the Blue Mountains
Sydney's backyard wilderness may be familiar turf, but the Blue Mountains still hold hidden treasures.
LA's six hippest rooftop bars
Find yourself a perch and take in the City of Angels.
Close encounters with America's National Monument
America's first National Monument is a place of special significance to Native Americans and sci-fi fans.
How to get red-carpet ready with the stars
With Hollywood's award season looming, Julie Miller gets 'red carpet ready' at a West Hollywood spa-to-the-stars.
Denver: 'The Dude' of American cities
New restaurants, bars and entertainment venues has seen the Mile High City come of age.
Where to find the best classic Southern comfort food in New Orleans
In a New Orleans restaurant brimming with history, art and comfort food, you'll find living legend – Leah Chase, the Queen of Creole Cooking.
Wildlife
Twenty animals you need to see while you still can
Experts name the 20 amazing members of the animal kingdom you need to see in the wild - before it's too late.
USA
Southern belle sister city smackdown
Whether Team Charleston or Team Savannah, there's a lot to like about both these southern US cities.
An iconic luxury hotel experience in Kerala
Fearlessness that has made this man one of India's most successful hoteliers.
USA
Where Gwyneth goes for her 'V Steam'
Julie Miller visits the wellness capital of Los Angeles, where every part of your body and soul is nourished, stretched and steamed.
Cambodia
Caring for bears in Cambodia
Volunteering at a bear sanctuary in Cambodia makes for an enriching holiday experience.
Tips
Dirty looks: The horror of flying with a baby
The look on the young man's face is one of sheer horror, and I can hardly blame him.
Raffles Hotel Le Royal, review, Phnom Penh: Charm of a bygone era
Lavish period touches add to the delight of staying at the Raffles Le Royal in Phnom Penh.
Thailand
Twenty things that will shock first-time visitors to Thailand
Thailand is well known as a tourist magnet, but some things will surprise you when you first visit.
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