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One of Europe’s hottest destinations is cooler (and crowd-free) in winter
Portugal is a revelation in (their) winter: charming, easy-going cities, swoon-worthy countryside and few tourists.
- by Steve McKenna
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This outrageously beautiful safari spot is still a best-kept secret
Discover history, art and wildlife at this lesser-known South African reserve.
- by Rob McFarland
Canada’s breathtaking Musical Coast is unlike anywhere on Earth
There’s plenty to sing about on a tour of the country’s two smallest provinces – Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
- by Kerry van der Jagt
This thrilling jungle paradise is leading the way in ecotourism
On a scale of dangerous pursuits, planting a tree hardly rates a mention, unless you’re deep in the Costa Rican jungle, surrounded by poison dart frogs and a viper or two.
- by Kerry van der Jagt
The fairytale destination that inspired Disneyland’s iconic castle
We explore the countryside on horse-drawn routes favoured by “mad” King Ludwig II, who could surely build showstopper castles.
- by Sue Wallace
Opinion
Tips & advice
I’m a control freak, but travelling without planning taught me a lesson
What if we can’t find a place to stay? Will we sleep in the car? These worries gnawed at the edges of my mind.
- by Natasha Bazika
Australia’s first ‘glamping’ site still reigns supreme in the bush
Paperbark Camp has managed to package all the good things about camping with none of the annoyances.
- by Jane Richards
Opinion
Japan
If it feels like everyone you know is going to Japan, it’s because they are
There’s a growing awareness that Japan is essentially on sale right now, thanks to a favourable exchange rate.
- by Ben Groundwater
See this magnificent place before it’s gone forever
I’ve read a lot about global warming, but seeing it so starkly in action is shocking, and it makes me wonder if I should be here at all.
- by Brian Johnston
Australia’s most far-flung and freakishly scenic archipelago
I’ve been advised to “duel to the death” for a window seat on this “cinematic” flight to this little-known Australian territory.
- by Steve Madgwick
Your life will never be the same after visiting this unfinished masterpiece
Here’s how to get the best out of a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece in Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia.
- by Ben Groundwater