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Beachfront property on the island of Taveuni, Fiji

The 333 islands opening to the world

As of 1 December, Fiji instituted a quarantine-free travel policy to welcome vaccinated travellers from countries across the globe.
21 Dec 2021
Travel

The nation that's banishing light

The Pacific nation's audacious bid to become the world's first dark sky nation might provide a blueprint for the rest of the world.
3 Feb 2022
Travel

Beachfront property on the island of Taveuni, Fiji

The 333 islands opening to the world

As of 1 December, Fiji instituted a quarantine-free travel policy to welcome vaccinated travellers from countries across the globe.
21 Dec 2021
Travel

The nation that's banishing light

The Pacific nation's audacious bid to become the world's first dark sky nation might provide a blueprint for the rest of the world.
3 Feb 2022
Travel

The oldest place on Earth?

Dating to around 3.6 billion years ago, the Pilbara region of Western Australia is home to the fossilised evidence of the Earth's oldest lifeforms.
27 Jan 2022
Travel

Colourful coastline on Flinders Island, part of the Furneaux island group

The Australian myth being disproved

Although many people believe that this ancient culture and people were lost, recent years have seen a seismic shift in recognition for indigenous Tasmanians.
25 Oct 2021
Travel

Australia's X-rated underwater show

Each year, the small South Australian town of Whyalla becomes home to one of the most spectacular underwater events: the spawning of the giant Australian cuttlefish.

The oldest place on Earth?

Dating to around 3.6 billion years ago, the Pilbara region of Western Australia is home to the fossilised evidence of the Earth's oldest lifeforms.
27 Jan 2022
Travel

Colourful coastline on Flinders Island, part of the Furneaux island group

The Australian myth being disproved

Although many people believe that this ancient culture and people were lost, recent years have seen a seismic shift in recognition for indigenous Tasmanians.
25 Oct 2021
Travel

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Fuchsia bougainvillea flowers in front of rows of vines stretching into the distance in Peru (Credit: Getty Images)

Beat the winter blues with these escapes

From a Maldivian island alliance to Peru's pisco heartlands, these warm-weather trips pair sunshine with soul-enriching experiences.

Couple taking a selfie in a crowd with Christmas lights behind in Tokyo (Credit: Getty Images)

Meaningful Christmas rituals around the world

These seven global traditions show a different side to the season - one that's more communal, reflective and far less materialistic.

Rear view of a man in a red jacket looking at the Svinafellsjokull Glacier in Iceland (Credit: Getty Images)

Five of the world's safest countries in 2025

In a year marked by conflict, five nations continue to rank among the world's most peaceful. Residents reveal how policies and culture shape daily life and create a sense of calm.

A turtle swims in Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef.

A remote adventure on Australias 'other' reef

Along Western Australia's remote coast, Ningaloo Reef offers a rare experience: a multi-day kayak trip into a world of extraordinary beauty and biodiversity.

Bindi Irwin with a kangaroo (Credit: Australia Zoo / Kate Berry)

Five of Australia's best outdoor adventures

Bindi Irwin is continuing her family's legacy of protecting the Earth. Here are her top outdoor picks, from the Dinosaur Trail to snorkelling at Lady Elliot Island.

Night view of McDonald's lit up in blue and purple lights with Kuwait Towers glowing green and red in background (Credit: Gary He/McAtlas)

Paneer to poutine: Inside the world's local McDonald's

From paneer wraps in India to ski-through burgers in Sweden, photojournalist Gary He's new book McAtlas shows that the world's most global chain is also one of the most local.

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23 Jul 2025
Two female friends travel on ferry boat crossing Sydney harbour in Australia (Credit: Getty Images)

The secret to life in the world's best cities

Australia now has three cities in the global top 10 for liveability. Residents reveal what makes daily life here so appealing  and why it's not just about the weather.
23 Jul 2025

14 Jul 2025
Two people sit by the canal in Copenhagen in front of colourful buildings (Credit: Getty Images)

What it's really like to reside in the world's most liveable cities

Copenhagen has overtaken Vienna as the world's most liveable city in 2025. But what makes these places tick? Locals in five top-ranking cities share what life is really like there.
14 Jul 2025

26 Jun 2025
Brisbane city skyline (Credit: Getty Images)

Four countries betting big on sports tourism

From Spain to South Africa, nations are investing big in sports infrastructure to attract the growing wave of travelling fans.
26 Jun 2025

9 May 2025
Close up of glowing green mushroom fungi (Credit: Alamy)

Exploring Australia's 'magical' glow-in-the-dark world

In Australia's Illawarra region, a ghostbusting-style night tour reveals ghost fungi, sea sparkles and tiny organisms lighting up the dark.
9 May 2025

29 Apr 2025
People on beach at the Basin, Rottnest Island with a lighthouse in the background (Credit: Tourism Western Australia)

How a smiling animal put an island on the map

Famous for its adorable quokkas, Rottnest Island has become a global favourite. But beyond the selfies lies a rich, complex story of culture, conservation and community.
29 Apr 2025

26 Mar 2025
Woman looking up at stars at Bliss & Stars retreat (Credit: Teagan Cunniffe)

Finding calm in the cosmos: A new wellness trend

From the Yorkshire Moors in England to the South African wilderness, star bathing is emerging as a transformative wellness trend  offering awe, calm and a cosmic reset.
26 Mar 2025

23 Mar 2025
Blue sky over house on Rarotonga in the Cook Islands (Credit: Getty Images)

The Pacific islands that don't want to be Hawaii

The Cook Islands is proving that sustainable tourism isn't just possible  it's essential. Here's how this South Pacific nation is preserving their paradise for generations for come.
23 Mar 2025

18 Feb 2025
Tourists looking at postcards outside a souvenir shop in Malaga (Credit: Getty Images)

Is it time to change how we buy travel souvenirs?

The BBC looks into the psychology behind travel souvenirs: why we buy them, their impact on local communities and the planet, and how we can shop more thoughtfully.
18 Feb 2025

5 Jan 2025
Melanie Zanetti in a helicopter overlooking the city of Brisbane, Australia (Credit: Nic Morely)

Bluey's mum's family-friendly guide to Brisbane

Australian actress Melanie Zanetti, the voice behind Chilli Heeler, knows exactly what makes Brisbane so special. Here are her top picks for families in Queensland's capital.
5 Jan 2025
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