The Q1 Tower is an icon on the Gold Coast, an Olympic-torch inspired sentinel of glass and steel rising 322.5 metres above the streets of Surfers Paradise. When it officially opened back in 2005, it briefly held the...
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Chris Ashton
Where to Find the Best Street Art in Singapore
Street art is my kryptonite. As soon as I spot a stencil or mural hidden in the backstreets of a city, I make it my mission to seek out as much as I can. One place I didn’t think I’d find much, mostly due to its...
Repeat Vietnam: The Trip I Had to Have
Sometimes a second visit makes all the difference. Living up to our blog name I recently made a repeat visit to Vietnam, and it was pretty much the best thing I could have done. The first time Simon and I visited...
Indulgent Adult’s Only Escapes
Chocolates and roses and love hearts – oh my! Planning a cheeky escape with that special someone? Here are a few romantic getaways that will score you definite brownie points. Crystal Creek Rainforest Retreat...
Top Five Tips: Singapore With Celebrity Chef Anna Polyviou
Food and travel are two of my favourite things. And when the two of them are combined, that’s when the real magic happens. Nothing takes you the heart and soul of a destination quicker than pushing beyond your...
Eight Awesome Adventures in Fiji
Deserted beaches, hidden waterfalls, and luxury resorts surrounded by emerald green palm trees; the South Pacific nation of Fiji is tailor-made for romance and indulgence. But, if you’re more into adventure and...
Airline Review: Virgin Australia 777-300ER Business Class BNE to LAX
Flying was once one of the most opulent ways to travel – it was an experience, not just a flight. Somewhere along the line though, the glitz and glamour of aviation was replaced with subtle shades of beige and...
Five Things we Learned on a Trip to the United States
We’ve just arrived home after a whirlwind visit to California, and, while we’re still suffering the effects of jet lag, we thought it’d be a perfect opportunity to jot down a few of the things we learned from our...
Common Cruise Fears Debunked
Australians have taken to cruising like ducks to water, with more than a million of us opting for a holiday on the high seas each year. But, despite having the highest market penetration per capita, there are still a...
Handy Phrases When Travelling With Allergies
Whether it’s an intolerance to gluten, dairy, soy, shellfish or peanuts, travellers who have specific dietary requirements are seriously up against it when they travel. How do you tell the chef or waiter that you may...