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Sheriden Rhodes

Sheriden Rhodes

Travel writer

Sheriden Rhodes is a travel writer and photographer who travels the globe with her frequent small flyer, Ella.Connect via Twitter.

Reflections Jimmys Beach underwent a $5 million upgrade in 2022.

No more roughing it: Aussie holiday parks aren’t what they used to be

Everything from swanky cabins to retro Airstream trailers and full-blown resort facilities are on offer, and budget-conscious travellers are flocking in droves.

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Qantas is flying to Vanuatu for the first time since carrying troops and freight during World War II.

On board Qantas’ new route to Pacific paradise

It’s the first time the Flying Kangaroo has flown to Vanuatu since carrying troops and freight during World War II.

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Bask central at Basq House.

This is the five-star hotel Byron Bay was screaming out for

You won’t find backpackers or the hip Instagram set here, but you will discover peaceful and beautiful surroundings and a warm, unpretentious vibe.

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Morning light on Port Macquarie’s Shelly Beach.

The scenic coastal spot that punches above its small-town weight

Midway between the Gold Coast and Sydney, Port Macquarie is shrugging off its “God’s waiting room” label.

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AYANA Komodo is a great base for exploring the UNESCO Heritage-listed Komodo National Park.

Five-star Indonesian resort is a dream base for famous national park

Sea views from every room, exceptional service and the famous Komodo dragons await in this tropical paradise.

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Otherworldly vistas appear through the glass-dome roof at every turn.

This extraordinary train journey is an unforgettable bucket-list item

It may be on the other side of the world, but this iconic trip is hugely popular with Australians.

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Ogoh-Ogoh on parade.

The one day that Bali is still peaceful and silent

It’s Nyepi [Hindu New Year] and Bali is silent – airports closed, travel restricted, restaurants shuttered – a stark contrast to its usual heaving streets.

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Overwater hammock at The Moso, Vanuatu.

Four-day mini-breaks that are actually mega memorable

It’s not the length but what you do with it when it comes to a great holiday, and these short domestic and overseas trips are fab – and, crucially, fuss-free.

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The Gold Coast’s new Cheshire Cat Motel.

Australia’s best (and easiest) short breaks under three days

The key to short-break success is not returning more exhausted than before you left, and these two- and three-day trips promise dual adventure and relaxation.

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No shortage of private and public pools at Ayana Villas Bali.

Four great overseas breaks (and one here) you can do in just five days

Who says you need a full week to hit the “reset” button? These destinations tick all the boxes for a hassle-free holiday.

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