Job paying six figures to holiday in Mexico
A LUXURY hotel group in Mexico might be offering the world’s best job, and it comes with a fairly lucrative salary. Is your resume up to date?
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‘Hard work’: Real life of a travel influencer
ALEISHA quit her high-pressure job to turn her love of travel into a full-time career, but she says even the dream job has its downsides.
Surprising truth about sailing
I NEVER expected this to happen on a trip that hadn’t been the top of my bucket list. But the surprises started on day one.
Surprising truth about yoga retreats
YOGA retreats are supposed to be zen but this traveller found herself discovering a lot more than her flexibility.
Most cruisy job on Earth pays $140k
Do you like money? Do you like to travel? Can you take decent photo? If so, have we got the job for you.
Stay here for free, with a catch
This stunning hotel in a spectacular part of the world is offering free stays but there are a few things you should know before you go.
Get paid $180k to live on this island
If you’ve ever dreamt of living on an island, and bringing in a six figure salary, this dream job may be perfect for you.
The $300 trip you can’t ignore
If you’re travelling to the United States, don’t bother flying — this amazing ticket is all you’ll need to check out most of its bucket list spots.
‘I thought this shark would swallow me whole’
When a terrified snorkeller surfaced in the middle of the dark ocean, she saw the captain shouting and pointing to a 10-metre creature from the boat.
This is the world’s most in-demand Airbnb
It may not be your cup of tea, but this tiny property is the most popular Airbnb listing in the world — and it’s in the middle of nowhere.
Giant ice wave surges towards tourists
In a moment of desperation caught on video, 14 tourists scramble over blocks of ice to avoid a giant wave caused by a collapsing glacier.
Insane job that will pay $1800 a week
It’s been dubbed one of the “best jobs in the world”. To sail around the world and be paid for it. So how can you get the gig?
‘I faked it all’: Staggering Instagram lie
Gabbie Hanna, a social media influencer with millions of followers, has admitted she tricked the world and explained why she did it.
Family’s dice with death along cliff
Drone footage has captured the moment a family of three took a risk and walked along the edge of a cliff 60 metres in the air.
Shock find in world’s biggest cave
A team of divers who went to explore the world’s biggest cave in Vietnam have discovered a hidden passage never seen before.
21yo breaks travel world record
It sounds like the dream most of us have had at one time or another. To travel the world. But this holiday just broke a world record.
Mysterious tomb found in mountains
In the depths of the Himalayas, a 2500-year-old tomb has been discovered, revealing evidence humans have been smoking weed for a long time.
Dangerous truth behind hidden lake
At first glance, this lake is an Instagrammer’s dream. But locals have warned visitors to steer clear of the enticing blue waters.
‘I visited a city darker than Chernobyl’
If you thought Chernobyl was bad, one country has seen a surge in tourism thanks to its very own infamous nuclear meltdown zone.
‘Clues’ lead to stunning discovery
Beneath the shores surrounding the lowest freshwater lake on earth, a discovery has been found at the popular tourist spot.
Inside Virgin Galactic’s Spaceport lounge
Sir Richard Branson’s company has finally revealed the passenger lounge where people will await their $357,000 flights to space.
‘Crazy’: Aussie’s mystery trip to Kazakhstan
On an impulse, this tourist signed up for a 22-day mystery tour through some of the world’s strangest destinations with no idea of the itinerary.
Parents take 2yo to island for ‘survival’ test
A British couple put their two-year-old son through an “ultimate survival experiment” on an Indonesian island with limited food and water.
Five destinations you shouldn’t visit
An Australian travel company is asking people to reconsider these iconic tourist experiences, adding them to its annual “not hot” travel list.
Sisters make bizarre find on riverbed
A kayaking adventure on the Arkansas River turned into a whole lot more for two sisters who made a historic find while out on the water.
The Aussie city we don’t want to visit
WHEN it comes to taking a holiday at home, this city has been voted Australia’s dud. So what do people hate about it?
You’ll only see this in the Outback
YOU could be serenaded by Elvis, slapped with a tuna, or watch a town swell to 50 times its size. Here are some of our most true blue festivals.
Most Aussie way to win $10K
IT COULD be eaten by a crocodile, or it could win you a million bucks. Is this the most Australian competition ever?
7-day Cup cruise cheaper than flights?
AUSTRALIA’S largest cruise operator Carnival Australia is sending a quaddie of ships to the Melbourne Cup as four superliners deliver 8000 guests.
Honey? I think we have a problem
BEC and Justin were camping with their kids when a furry friend tried to join the fun. When they shooed him away, he came back with his mates.
Why this guy flew a stranger to Australia
HAVE you ever really wanted something, so bad you couldn’t wait? Perth man Gun Hudson felt that way about a pair of glasses.
Peppa Pig’s big trip Down Under
GLOBAL cartoon sensation Peppa Pig and family are about to give Australian tourism a further boost by airing episodes featuring some of our iconic delights.
Aussie islands everyone wants to visit
TWO Australian island experiences have earned a spot on Lonely Planet’s global top 10 list of what’s new in travel for 2017.
Our biggest domestic travel blunder
REBECCA Woolfe had nowhere to go. She and her family were forced to shell out $4300 to get where they wanted.
Best times to visit Aussie hot spots
BEFORE heading overseas there are a few places you might want to think about checking out right here.
The latest craze sweeping Australia
FOLKS, it’s time to ditch your clothes and get back to nature. Warning: there are more than a few cheeky snaps.
‘Australia sucks’: Tourist’s whinge
THIS traveller seemed to be less than impressed with his trip to Australia, but he was really playing an elaborate prank.
Lonely backpacker swamped with offers
ROBERT Keane was worried his friend would have to travel alone after he cancelled at the last minute. Turns out there was no need for concern.
Hotels that could only happen in Australia
CAVES, tree houses and an old jail. These are the places you need to know about if “unique” is on your list of musts.
‘The whale came right under the boat’
THESE awe-struck sailors had a once in a lifetime experience when some friendly giants stopped by to say hello off the coast of New South Wales.
Ideas so far for Qantas’ new plane names
IT’S risky letting the public name something important, but we’re seeing some pretty clever suggestions this time.
11 things you’ll only see in Australia
YOU know you’re Aussie when there’s a kangaroo hanging out under your Hills Hoist. How many of these Down Under experiences have you ticked off?
Tigerair sale: Flights from $25
IF YOU’VE been dreaming of cocktails on the beach in the Whitsundays, now is your chance.
Why NSW is a better state than QLD
IT BOASTS the world’s best beaches, entertainment and harbour. Thanks for trying, Queensland, but don’t bother — NSW is the superior state.
This is so much better than camping
THIS looks like a pretty fancy hotel suite. And it is — the only thing that makes it different is that it’s in a tree.
Aussie spots that will blow your mind
FORGET going overseas. Some of the world’s greatest natural wonders are right here in our own backyard.
Secret Aussie spots that will surprise you
RECKON you know your own country pretty well? This list of hidden highlights will have you rethinking that – and re-doing your travel bucket list.
Amazing new hotel coming to Hobart
THE new addition is unlike anything that has gone before. No surprise given the guy behind it.
You’ve never seen the Outback like this
FOR the first time, drones have been allowed to fly over Kakadu National Park and record footage of one of Australia’s most spectacular wonders. Here’s your first look.
Hilarious Aussie souvenir fail
WHAT message will this send tourists about Australia? Surprisingly, they don’t seem to mind the mistake.
‘Why I took my son out of school to travel’
NATALIE Tuck had dreamt about taking her son, 8, out of the classroom and hitting the road. And one day, she did just that.
Australia like you’ve never seen before
PHOTOGRAPHER Andrew Bertuleit will spend days waiting for the perfect moment to capture an awesome shot. This is some of the best of what he’s seen.
The souvenir that could haunt you
IT’S a souvenir from an iconic Aussie spot that’s irresistible to tourists. But now hundreds of visitors to Uluru are desperate to send their mementos back.
What you need to know about $1 flights
TIGERAIR has dropped a huge $1 flight sale. And while you can snap up a bargain, you should be aware of the caveats.
The best days to take off in 2018
A LITTLE bit of planning is all it’ll take you to score a number of mini-holidays next year. Here’s all the days you should’ve already requested off.
Huge Google fail sends tourists to nowhere
GOOGLE might rarely put a foot wrong but when the tech giant does make a mistake, you can always count on it being a monumental one.
The one thing Australians really suck at
WE’VE got no end of gorgeous scenery and experiences — but the nation’s latest tourism campaign highlights the one thing Aussies keep getting wrong.
What you need to know about Tigerair’s $1 flights
A MASSIVE Tigerair sale, which starts today, will see return airfares drop to a single dollar. What’s the catch?
The best camping spots in Victoria
YOU’LL be surprised by how refreshing a nature getaway can be. Here are Victoria’s best weekend and week-long getaways.
How to escape the east coast low
WEATHER making you miserable? Us too. Can’t afford Thailand? Us neither. Here’s the cheap solution to avoiding the miserable weather.
The Magic Kingdom time forgot
IT was once a place of magic and fun, but after its closure in the 90s — the Magic Kingdom in Sydney’s south west has been left abandoned and vandalised.
We quit work to travel with our two kids
BRYONY Sumner once took a flight with a baby and never wanted to leave the house again. So her husband’s idea for a family adventure took a lot of convincing.
Summer of cricket just got so much better
ARE you glued to the telly during the cricket season? Well, has Qantas got some good news for you.
Crocodile kid delivers classic reaction
A BOY has described his shock at seeing a crocodile in Townsville, saying he decided not to go swimming after the run-in with the monster. Watch the video.
Surprising winner on our best beaches list
THE results are in. A comprehensive and government-approved list of Australia’s best beaches has been announced.
Mum with Australia’s wildest job
LASHED by freezing wind on a Himalayan ridge, Di Westaway wondered what she was doing. It’s all part of her wild job.
‘Outrageous’: World’s best beach shambles
TRIPADVISOR has named the best beaches in Australia — and the world. But the results have left many fuming. And confused.
Aussie slang no one else understands
IF YOU need proof of how unique Australian expressions are, get a load of these people from overseas trying — and miserably failing — to interpret them.
Whale nearly hits boatful of tourists
A BOAT full of Sydney tourists were given a shock when a huge humpback whale breached just metres from their boat.
$15k on offer to relocate here
WOULD you relocate your entire family to another Aussie state for $15,000? The government is hoping so, under a bold new plan to boost population growth.
Can you spot the diver?
RAINE Island, located about 620 kilometres north of Cairns, is the largest green turtle nesting ground on planet Earth.
Australia’s best Airbnb
INSIDE the stunning Sydney Airbnb apartment that has been named among the best places to stay in the world.
Pilot Andrew Kube captures Australia from above
SOME are abstract, some look like paintings, and some are simply landscapes. Whichever way you look at it, Australia’s outback is bloody beautiful.
Can you spot the diver?
RAINE Island, located about 620 kilometres north of Cairns, is the largest green turtle nesting ground on planet Earth.
Move over Hawaii: These islands are back
GRAB your beach towel. This destination hit the headlines for the wrong reasons, but now its idyllic beaches are set to lure tourists again.
Only Aussie spot in biggest travel guide
IT’S not the place that springs to mind when it comes to world-class destinations, but this quiet achiever is the only Aussie region the world wants to visit.
Suburban Aussie hotel a world best
According to cool travel site, Mr and Mrs Smith, the best hotel in the world is hidden just behind a suburban Australian beach
Australia’s most underrated city
WE’RE a bit sick of weekend getaways to Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, to be honest. Here’s something different.
The Aussie spot revealing its secrets
FINALLY, Aussies are waking up to the riches of our big backyard and discovering one our most beautiful, natural secrets.
Best out-of-office replies ever
FORGET your standard auto-reply, this tourism employee has gained legendary status for her amazing email responses.
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