2014s most-Instagrammed tourist spots
INSTAGRAM has revealed its most photographed destinations for 2014. And the “happiest place on earth” — Disneyland — tops the list.
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America’s 10 hidden wonders
VEGAS. Hollywood. New York. Snooze … Sure, they’re great spots, but we’ve been there, done that. Here are America’s lesser-known gems.
Australia’s best-kept secret?
THE nation’s best hidden town has just been revealed by a travel magazine. So forget Australia’s “more obvious gems”, this is where you should be instead.
Aussies stars’ fave Xmas holidays
FROM Bali to Noosa and Apollo Bay … celebrities share their favourite places to escape over the Christmas season. What’s yours?
Best. Suitcase. Ever
PREPARING for your flight home and just can’t get the zipper up over your too-full suitcase? Never fear, this wacky new design has landed, and it’s pretty incredible.
Is this the most beautiful place on the planet?
THIS hidden piece of paradise was recently named the “top island in the world” by a prestigious travel magazine. So what makes it stand out from the rest?
The 12 most incredible natural wonders on Earth
ANCIENT, intriguing trees. Lakes that have taken on alien-like colours. Here are some of the weirdest and most amazing sights on the planet, and two of them are here in Australia.
Sydney airport’s hidden secret
THERE’S a wing of Sydney’s international airport that most of us will never see. Reserved for its most frequent flyers, you won’t believe what they’re doing here.
Which leader has the biggest jet?
THE world’s most powerful people have landed in Brisbane for the G20 and everyone wants to know, whose jet is best? And how does Abbott’s plane compare?
Where is this surreal paradise?
IT LOOKS like a huge, natural water park. With white-sand dunes towering up to 40 metre high, and jawdropping crystal-blue lagoons, this place is a piece of heaven on Earth.
What it’s like inside Australia’s best hotel
IT HAS topped numerous lists of the best hotels not only in Australia, but the entire planet. So what’s it really like inside? You’ll need to fork out $5000 for the weekend.
Awesome airline perk you may not know about
IT’S the last thing most of us would expect to stumble upon when wandering down the aisle of a packed plane, but some airlines are making magic happen in the skies.
On the world’s most luxurious flight
A LUCKY passenger has chronicled his experience of the world’s best airline suite. It’s even better than first class. We’re super jealous right now.
The secret spot you have to see to believe
WITH its alien landscapes, incredible architecture and luxurious hotels, this is the newest hot destination that travellers will be flocking to.
6 airline seats you won’t believe
AIRLINES all over the world have stepped up their services to cater to high-class travellers. But these six carriers have created the most over-the-top plane seats ever.
Dive into the world’s scariest pool
IT REACHES a jaw-dropping depth of 40 metres, equivalent to a 12 storey building. Only the bravest travellers will dare to take on the world’s deepest pool.
Five overlooked world treasures
LET the crowds swarm the world’s best-known marvels, and head to these lesser-known but incredible places instead. You won’t be disappointed.
World’s weirdest beauty treatments
THERE was a time when you’d just slap a few cucumbers on your eyes. Not anymore. Now it’s all about gold, fish and beer.
What really happens on celebrity holidays
WANT to see how the other half holiday? Take a step inside the incredible resorts of Ibiza and Necker Island and try not to be too jealous.
Inside the part of the plane you can’t see
THEY are the secret places airlines won’t let you into. Hidden away from the eyes of weary passengers, these luxurious cabin crew rest areas rival first class.
Five amazing music places you have to visit
FROM Abbey Road to Dollywood, we look at five spots all music lovers should visit in their travels across the globe.
The bucket list you don’t know about
FORGET Paris, Vegas and Bali. Here are the secret spots that need to be on your bucket list right now. They are simply incredible.
Airport runways as you’ve never seen them before
WHO would have thought that the ground your plane roars along during takeoff could look so incredible from afar?
How the other half lives when they fly
FREE facials and massages, a Neil Perry designed menu and French champagne are some of the perks when you fly First Class — and that’s before you even step on the plane.
Is this the best thing Adelaide has to offer?
WHO says Adelaide doesn’t have any sights to offer tourists? Visitors are loving this attraction, which has just been included in a list of the 20 most beautiful places in the world.
How Hawaii got its groove back
IN THE eighties it was the place to go, until Aussies found a new favourite destination in Bali. Now Hawaii is back. Here’s why you need to get there.
The most incredible hotel views in the world
THESE are the most jaw-dropping, breathtakingly beautiful hotel views around the world. You’ll never want to leave these incredible spots.
The coolest hotel design ever?
NORWAY is awesome, and soon there will be a whole new way to see it: from the glass windowed wall of the world’s first floating snowflake hotel.
9 of the world’s greatest tunnels
NOW this is “rolling” in the deep! Take a look inside nine of the most incredible tunnels ever. They are mega-projects that are true marvels of the modern age.
The secrets of the world’s great wonders
THOUSANDS of people visit the Earth’s greatest sites every year, but many don’t know about what really goes on inside …
Pilots reveal their favourite views from above
WHEN it comes to the ideal place for a spot of sightseeing, it’s hard to get better than the pointy end of the plane. Here are the 10 best views from the skies, according to British Airways pilots.
Secret hotels you have to see to believe
THESE aren’t your average hotel rooms. Accessible only by boat, or located on the edge of mountains, here are nine properties that you’ll have to go the extra mile to see.
On the edge: You won’t believe these places exist
MYSTERIOUS monasteries perched on the edge of cliffs. Homes built literally under a rock. You’ll really live life “on the edge” at these incredible spots.
The prettiest places on Earth
FROM the top of massive bridges, to hidden idyllic islands, here are 12 locations where you’ll be treated to the world’s most magical sunsets.
World rates Australia second best
A NEW list of must-do travel experiences rates only one thing higher than a visit to Australia. Find out what not to miss.
The best places to party in Europe
BEAUTIFUL people. Amazing DJs. Wild festivals. Abandoned warehouses. Here are the nine best spots to let your hair down in Europe. There’s even an island dedicated purely to clubbers …
The best places to party in Europe
BEAUTIFUL people. Amazing DJs. Wild festivals. Abandoned warehouses. Here are the nine best spots to let your hair down in Europe. There’s even an island dedicated purely to clubbers …
The best beach nobody knows about is right here
VANUATU. Bora Bora. The Maldives. They are so yesterday. This is the paradise very few people know about, and it’s right here in Australia.
The truth about the world’s best city
IT’S the city you probably don’t know much about, and it’s just been voted the best spot on Earth by TripAdvisor travellers. We reveal what it’s really like.
Istanbul voted the world’s best destination
SYDNEY has been beaten by Istanbul and Chicago in a list of the world’s top 25 destinations by TripAdvisor. Find out which other locations made the cut.
Deep inside the jawdropping 310m sinkhole
THIS massive sinkhole was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago and is a paradise for divers seeking treasure hidden in its stunning waters. It’s simply incredible.
The world’s most incredible photos
REMOTE ice caves. Explosions of colour in the night sky. Bizarre rock formations. Here are some spectacular snaps from the National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.
The best Aussie restaurants are…
IF YOU thought we were just a nation of pie eaters and dagwood dog lovers, think again. Find out which Aussie restaurants have been named among the world’s best.
Coolest aircraft ever launches
THE world’s largest aircraft has been unveiled in Britain and it’s unlike anything we’ve seen before. Apparently it will “change the world”.
The mysterious ‘town in the middle of the sky’
THE mystical ancient rock-top monasteries of Meteora are definitely not for the faint-hearted. Take a look at these spectacular photos.
These cave temples will blow your mind
DEEP underground, hidden in various locations around the world, lies a series of incredible cave temples. Here are some of the most fascinating finds.
Are these the most magical places on Earth?
A SURREAL wave-shaped cave. A river of red. Here are 10 of the world’s strangest, most mysterious and simply stunning places. You won’t believe your eyes.
The ancient city that disappeared
DISCOVERED 1300 years ago, this mysterious lost city disappeared from sight when it was flooded during a construction project. It remains hidden deep underwater.
‘The best travel experience of my life’
“IF YOU only travel to one place in your entire lifetime, make sure you go here.” Find out why this crumbling ancient kingdom left frequent traveller Vanessa Chiasson utterly gobsmacked.
Is this the world’s best secret paradise?
WHAT’S that teensy speck on the map? It’s the land of your dreams. Find out why this surprising destination should definitely be on your bucket list.
The incredible alien landscape you have to see
DEEP in Africa lies a place so devoid of life, that it’s essentially a graveyard for nature. Yet it’s so beautiful you really won’t believe your eyes …
Want to be here this weekend?
YOU’VE still got time! Here are the top quick getaways for Aussies, from island paradises to cheap beach breaks, just in time for the long weekend.
The 52 places you need to see in your lifetime
AN INCREDIBLE cave. A spectacular island paradise. Archaeological wonders. Take a look at this list of the 52 best destinations in the world, and find out which Aussie city made the cut.
This is probably the best place on Earth
IF YOU haven’t been here, you’re missing out. Majorly. With incredible natural phenomena and very happy locals, here are 18 reasons why this country will rock your world.
Where is the biggest Ferris wheel?
HIGH rollers are battling it out to lay claim to having the biggest Ferris wheel on Earth and you might be surprised to learn which country is the front-runner.
New year travel challenges
NEW YEAR resolutions shouldn’t all be boring. Why not challenge yourself to get outside your comfort zone travelling?
Top nine theme parks in the world
FUN and more fun – that’s what theme parks are all about, right? Here the top nine theme parks to get completely wired on fun stuff.
Best bikini beaches in the world
BEST places to show off a bikini bod? This is the bucket list that dreams are made of.
Incredible moments frozen in time
IT’S only once in a blue moon you get photo opportunities like these. Check out National Geographic’s best of 2013 collection.
Where are the world’s best resorts?
WE embark on a global tour of some of the world’s most opulent hotels and resorts, from the super luxurious, to the, well, even more luxurious …
The incredible travel photos you need to see
THINK you’ve taken some awesome holiday snaps this year? Well get ready to be wowed by these top travel photos of 2013.
This could be the best airline video, ever
AN AIRLINE has released a jawdropping behind-the-scenes video that takes viewers on the ride of their lives inside the cockpit, on the runway, into the plane’s engines and over some incredible views.
Top secret Europe sites uncovered
FORGET the Vatican or the Eiffel Tower. Here are nine fascinating secret states and micro nations that are hidden around Europe.
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.
Best Aussie wine experiences
DITCH the tacky, overpriced wine tours and do as the wine experts do. You can thank us afterwards.
The most awesome plane photos you’ll ever see
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 holiday in the world?
SELL the house and cash in your shares. It’s time for our best ever round-the-world trip with nine stops that are just so hot right now.
10 most romantic cities in the world
WHETHER you’re looking to propose, or just get away, or maybe just get it on … here are the top cities for romancing.
Best destinations to shake your booty
TRAVEL is much more fun when you have a soundtrack to dance to. Here, the top seven places to get your groove on.
Top 10 surprisingly awesome places in Europe
IT’S tough putting together a list of the 10 most amazing places to visit in Europe. After all, there are a ridiculous number of great sites to experience. But here are 10 spots you just can’t miss.
These are the world’s coolest cube hotels
FROM treehouses to ‘sleepboxes’, check out the 10 most amazing cube hotels around the world. And believe us, they’re not for squares.
The world’s most intriguing cities named
FROM Casablanca to Doha and Prague, 28 finalists have been chosen in the New7Wonders best cities competition, and they are home to some truly spectacular sights.
The web’s best pics of spring and autumn
CALL it an insta-war or just a chance to see some amazing photos by ordinary people. We’ve pitted the top half of the globe against the bottom to work out who is taking the most glorious photos.
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