Adventure holidays
‘Fooluru’: The other giant rock that’s been duping tourists for years
Many celebrate too early after setting eyes on this outback monolith, which is actually bigger – though not as spectacular – as Uluru.
- Catherine Best
Bigger isn’t better: Why small ships offer the ultimate cruise trips
A small ship is a boutique hotel compared to the mega-ship’s resort; a private jet rather than an A380; a private tour compared to a coach tour.
- Brian Johnston
The world’s 20 most incredible lost cities you can still visit
While many “lost cities” are no longer lost, there can be joy in finding them for yourself.
- Chris Leadbeater
America’s most beautiful city is unlike anywhere else
Sedona is like a greatest-hits package of the world’s most beautiful cities, all rolled into one.
- David Whitley
‘The next Ubud’ in Bali is, thankfully, nothing like the actual Ubud
Sidemen on the east coast of the island offers a quieter, more immersive Bali for those who relish a slower mode of travel.
- Penny Watson
Living on the edge: Seven highlights of astonishing natural wonder
In wet season, 500 million litres of water tumble over the edge of Victoria Falls every minute. In dry season, you can sit on the edge yourself.
- Catherine Marshall
An African-style safari on home soil? This Aussie resort is a game-changer
Home to a herd of newly relocated elephants and a deluxe 78-room hotel, South Australia’s Monarto Safari Park is the newest bucket-list stay for wildlife lovers.
- Anthony Dennis
See this spectacular destination before the tourist crowds arrive
This remote region will welcome more tourists than ever this year. Here’s why you should beat the rush of visitors (and Donald Trump).
- Ben Ross
Forget the pith helmet: What you really need to pack for a safari
Pack light, follow the lead of guides, wear muted colours, expect extremes and take a first-aid kit.
- Catherine Marshall
This safari offers a daring level of immersion, without the truck scrums
A hippo smacks her lips grazing three metres from my tent at 3am. At campfire breakfast, a leopard breezily strides past.
- Steve Madgwick
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