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American academics, Auckland landlords side-stepped Airbnb - then fought each other
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Mungo National Park: Home to hidden secrets of Aboriginal history
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Where life at sea is equal parts indulgence and adventure.
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What it’s really like on board a Great Barrier Reef cruise
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See a hostel like no other, tucked in Rotterdam's famous cube houses.
Friends don't always make the best travel buddies. Here's what to do about it.
New York Times: Travelling with besties? These tricks can help your friendship survive.
It's time to address the elephant in the room: Your bucket list deserves better
Are we unwittingly supporting a cycle of animal cruelty in the name of tourism?
Hip-hop turns 50: NYC celebrates with beats, eats, and broadway feats
New York City marks 50 Years of hip-hop with exciting citywide events.
11 dead in fire at French holiday home for people with disabilities
The fire was the deadliest in France since 2016.
Fast track to enlightenment: Learnings from hiiking in the Outback
Forget blisters, on this multi-day hike the discomfort is personal.
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What's it like to be on board this highly-rated Edge-class cruise ship?
19 stunning seaside villages that make UK a summer dream
There's no better way to spend a summer than visiting Britain's quaint seaside villages.
What are the psychological benefits of travelling alone?
Discover the world and yourself in the process.
How about a new way to see The Mount?
If you thought Mount Maunganui was a summer hangout, August might change your mind.
Can't beat camel riding: Getting active in the Outback
There’s few natural sites more prominent globally than Australia’s Uluru, in Matutjara.
What happens in Las Vegas... comes with you to Utah
All the stops you shouldn't miss on a super scenic Las Vegas-Utah road trip.
What makes Auckland's Wētā Workshop Unleashed such a must-do?
Buckle in, folks - there are many, many reasons for visiting this no.1 attraction.
The Elizabeth line is your ticket to explore underrated London spots
Embark on fast, inexpensive journeys to fascinating outer-city destinations.
Could this be the ultimate luxury wellness retreat in Queensland?
No screen time, organic cuisine, meditation — this is where your life will change.
Roam, if you want to: How to manage data charges when travelling
Staying in touch while travelling comes with a price.
Contiki aftermath meets Baby Shark serenade on Kristina Eddy's Italy holiday
There's no backing down from travel challenges for this Sky Sport reporter.
Swipe right: Small, cute and a big fan of anchovies based in Oamaru
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Cold swims and food tours: 9 London experiences you won’t find in the guidebooks
Discover lots of hidden attractions in the capital.
How a trip to Antarctica can thaw your fear of solo travel
When in doubt, take a solo expedition to the South Pole.
Barbie 'theme park' attraction under construction in Arizona
Travellers will be invited to a closet curation and enjoy pink drinks on a rooftop.
Talking to strangers and extravagant dining: 10 ways to make the most of your solo trip
Go on, order the floating breakfast - and other travel indulgences just for you.
Travelling solo soon? It needn't cost a fortune with these handy hacks
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Is a hostel just for youths? No longer.
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