We haven’t been everywhere, but we’re working on it! We did the whole back-packing thing a while ago, so now we like to travel a little more comfortably. Read on for travel tips and stories of Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia and the South Pacific… so far!
We all need a break from city life – even when that city’s as cool as somewhere like Melbourne. Here are some of our favourite easy Melbourne weekend getaways that will give you that sense of escape without you having to travel too far. Victoria is Australia’s smallest mainland state. Because of this, things are … Read more
With over 10 official languages, a vast range of ecosystems and climates, and a fascinating if chequered history, South Africa is about the most culturally diverse country in the world. But here are five places that show SA’s cultures best. From the humble Khomani People – known also as the Kalahari Bushmen – to the … Read more
Thailand wears the heart of its culture high on its sleeve. But the ancient city of Ayutthaya – perhaps the most culturally significant part of the country and once its capital – is often overlooked, even though it’s so close to Bangkok. Thailand is in a symbiotic relationship with its own identity. Together the two … Read more
Humble as it may seem, the BLT sandwich is a work of art in its own right, and crafting the perfect BLT a true skill. But this Kansas City Prohibition bar gets the BLT blue ribbon. We also have the secret recipe to world-beating buffalo wings. You’re welcome. Opening a bar in Prohibition America sounds … Read more
When you think of Swedish food, thoughts automatically go to meatballs and that’s pretty much it. But this beautiful country at the top of the world has so much more than that. Here are 10 things to eat in Sweden. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your … Read more
Home to over 2 million people and covering an enormous 200km² of Johannesburg’s southwestern side, Soweto is an epicentre of culture and community, and is perhaps the clearest optic of what it means to be in South Africa. Our tuk-tuk burbles and bounces through the tight alleys and broad streets of Soweto, South Africa’s biggest … Read more
When your hotel provides an exercise bike in your room, it’s hard not to take it personally. But the *Well Hotel Bangkok’s mantra is ‘live a healthy lifestyle while travelling’, so here’s where to stay ‘Well’ in Bangkok. Down the quiet side street that is Soi 20, it feels like we’ve entered a bubble of … Read more
At the very epicentre of KwaZulu-Natal – the ancestral kingdom of the Zulu nation – sits Fugitives’ Drift. A refuge for royals, a sanctuary for history and a site of natural heritage, this beautiful private game lodge offers insight into South Africa’s colonial chronicles and the culture of the brave and mighty Zulu. The dust … Read more
Perched above the motion and energy of Bangkok’s biggest and oldest market, and teaching recipes passed down from generations, The Market Experience* gives you a keen insight into Thailand, its culture and most importantly its food. Above the hubbub from the marketplace bustling below us, the sizzle and crackle of toasting spices prickled our ears. … Read more
We travel in troubling times. The outbreak of the coronavirus COVID-19 has everyone in a scramble. It’s easy to get caught up in the microcosm of regular life and the onslaught from pretty much every quadrant of the media. So this week we journey to Thailand and one of Asia’s truly great cities to get … Read more