Straddling the mighty Bosphorus Strait, half in Asia and the other half in Europe, Turkey’s capital Istanbul has retained its east-meets-west uniqueness since the beginning of time. While you’ll discover stunning market bazaars and massive mosques above ground, one of...

When visiting South Korea, most people only see its capital, Seoul. And while it has a wonderful array of attractions and activities to offer visitors, so does South Korea’s second-largest city and southern port, Busan, where I discovered it was cheaper than Seoul and...

For centuries, superstitions and belief in rituals have raked worldly societies, none more so than throughout Asian countries. From temples, statues, fountains, and natural wonders to specific traditions and ornaments, Asians (and visitors) continually search for the...

Proud Larrakia woman Nicole Brown – Darwin’s 2022 Citizen of the Year – shares her favourite places to eat, unwind and connect with her ancestors in the saltwater city. Food For Indigenous people, our life revolves around food and bringing people together. It’s...

It always seems more rewarding to indulge in a relaxing massage and spa treatment when on holiday. Is it a special treat, or is it because we have more time to linger longer, allowing the healing benefits soak through to the core of our weary souls? Maybe it’s a...

A day at the beach: ‘I’ve had many crocodile encounters over the years but none as close’ Visiting a billabong for a Sunday afternoon fishing session, Northern Territory MLA Bill Yan found himself stranded up a tree with a giant reptile glaring at him. I grew up on...