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Justin Meneguzzi

Justin Meneguzzi

Travel writer

Justin Meneguzzi traded his corporate suit for a rucksack and hasn’t looked back. With an emphasis on travelling sustainably, he now travels the globe as a journalist and photographer documenting the people, cultures, food, history, and wildlife that make up our big, beautiful world. Justin was recognised with the Australian Society of Travel Writers 'Rising Star' award in 2018.Connect via Twitter.

A history lesson while hanging 1700 metres off the side of Mount Buller.

No climbing experience needed for Australia’s first ‘vertical playground’

Hanging 1700 metres off Mount Buller, novices can now enjoy an Italian-inspired climb that brings a whole new perspective to sightseeing.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
The extra legroom in Air Canada’s premium economy is appreciated.

Excellent service, but is this premium seat really worth twice the price?

Props to the crew for their service, but does the extra legroom and elevated dinner service warrant paying more than double the price of a standard economy seat?

  • Justin Meneguzzi
The camp at Mpala Jena.

This Australian-designed safari lodge feels more like a coastal resort

Mpala Jena camp feels like a coastal resort that has been airlifted from Madagascar and dropped on the side of the Zambezi.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
Lakeside at the Nagambie Lakes Leisure Park.

This underrated Victorian town is at its best in winter

When the summer crowds have packed up and left, Nagambie’s quality produce and intimate cellar doors are given room to shine.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
Vumbura Plains camp: Wildlife freely come and go from this lagoon.

A place where water is more valuable than diamonds

Without annual floodwaters, this part of the world would be incapable of supporting life. Instead, it’s teeming with it.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
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The historic Old Market Inn.

This historic, stately inn is a surprisingly cosy beachside getaway

This bluestone heritage inn by the sea makes an ideal escape whatever the season.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
Santara Restaurant at Sunnymead Hotel.

Super sangas to hidden dining rooms: Six of the Great Ocean Road’s best eats

From a retro deli slinging super sandwiches to a restaurant hiding in a bowls club, you won’t go hungry when you make this famed journey.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
The refreshed Sunnymead Hotel at Aireys Inlet.

Latest addition to motel revival offers rare spa experience

Effervescent and easy-going, the restored Sunnymead Hotel can either be a happy pit-stop on your Great Ocean Road trip or a relaxing place to linger a little longer.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong – with Corio Bay views and  a stroll to the city’s arts and entertainment offerings.

Geelong’s first new hotel in 20 years is also its largest

Minutes from Spirit of Tasmania’s new dock, the Holiday Inn & Suites makes an ideal base for exploring Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
Uninterrupted views at Phillip Island’s Five Acres.

Six of the best cosy coastal stays in Victoria

Whether you prefer a futuristic cabin, an igloo or a hut in the woods, these are some of Victoria’s best coastal escapes.

  • Justin Meneguzzi

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