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  1. Recreate the greatest adventures of all time

    You can't take a journey 20,000 leagues under the sea,but that doesn't mean you can't follow in the footsteps of some of the world's most famous adventurers...Read More

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    Recreate the greatest adventures of all time
  2. 10 places to seek enlightenment

    From communing with nature on sacred mountains to gazing upon ancient Buddhas, there are many ways to seek enlightenment... Read More

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  3. Holidays you'll need a holiday from

    From rafting with crocodiles in Zambia to surfing the Jaws break in Hawaii, we've served up some of the most thrilling holiday ideas known to man... Read More

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Adventure Holidays

  • Adventure in Vanuatu

    Adventure in Vanuatu

    After what felt like far too short a time for an Australian to be on an international flight, we landed in Port Villa, only four hours after leaving Sydney Airport.

  • Get your rail holiday all-inclusive

    Get your rail holiday all-inclusive

    Great Southern Rail will usher in a new era tomorrow with the introduction of all-inclusive fares on its flagship train journeys, The Ghan and Indian Pacific.

  • Splash of Colour: India’s Holi Festival

    Splash of Colour: India’s Holi Festival

    Also known as the Festival of Colours, India’s Holi Festival is celebrated annually on the Phalgun Purnima around the February/March full moon. The tradition of playing with colours on Holi draws its roots from a legend of Radha and the Hindu God...

  • Wildlife wonders within reach

    Wildlife wonders within reach

    It's easy to forget that we live in a world full of dragons, killer fish and snow monkeys. While we spend hours researching holiday destinations based on the best beaches, maybe it's time to consider the wonders of wildlife.

  • Russian tourists scale the Great Pyramid at night

    Russian tourists scale the Great Pyramid at night

    A group of Russian tourists waited for the sun to set before scaling one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

  • Daily life in Ethiopia

    Daily life in Ethiopia

    Take a look at these incredible images of daily life in Ethiopia.

  • Places you will never be able to see...

    Places you will never be able to see...

    From exclusive clubs to sacred temples, take a peek at some of the amazing places you will likely never be lucky enough to see…

  • Blow your mind: Destinations that cleanse your soul

    Blow your mind: Destinations that cleanse your soul

    Don't let the stresses of life's daily grind eat at your mind. Take some time out to de-stress, re-live, and cleanse the soul on a spiritual journey like no other.

  • Amazing scenes from India's Maha Kumbh Mela

    Amazing scenes from India's Maha Kumbh Mela

    The two-month long Maha Kumbh Mela in India drew 120 million people to the banks of the holy River Ganges.

  • Wonders of the Ancient World

    Wonders of the Ancient World

    From Incan pyramids and Egyptian temples to cities hidden by jungle for centuries, here are some of the most incredible wonders of the ancient world.

  • Dangerous Destinations! Holidays you'll need a holiday from

    Dangerous Destinations! Holidays you'll need a holiday from

    From rafting with crocodiles in Zambia to surfing the Jaws break in Hawaii, we've served up some of the most thrilling (... some might say dangerous) holiday ideas known to man.

  • Inspirational journeys

    Inspirational journeys

    Want to go the extra mile to find awe-inspiring sites away from the tourist traps? Explore these lesser-known wonders of the world and satisfy your wanderlust.

  • Pushkar Camel Fair

    Pushkar Camel Fair

    Attracting camel traders and tourists in the thousands, the Pushkar Camel Festival in India's Rajasthan is one of the largest in the world.

  • Best middle of nowhere places

    Best middle of nowhere places

    Ready to throw yourself into the wilderness and lose yourself in a foreign land? Find rare species, solitude and adventure in these hard-to-reach places.

  • Hurricane Sandy from Surfers' Eyes

    Hurricane Sandy from Surfers' Eyes

    Kelly Slater and surfers in and around the US have tweeted photos of throbbing swells as Hurricane Sandy approaches the land.

  • Festival of Kung Fu

    Festival of Kung Fu

    More than 1500 Kung Fu students representing 73 countries put on a vibrant display of their skills in the 9th Zhengzhou International Shaolin Wushu Festival.

  • Top 10 adventures for thrill-seekers

    Top 10 adventures for thrill-seekers

    Looking for more ways to increase your yearly thrill count? Try these 10 global adventures on for size.

  • Fascinating Ruins : See the places that time forgot

    Fascinating Ruins : See the places that time forgot

    History is often accompanied by mystery, and no matter where you're planning to travel in the world there is usually an impressive archaeological site nearby to marvel at.

  • Off the beaten track: Destinations where tourists are a rare species

    Off the beaten track: Destinations where tourists are a rare species

    With global travel on the rise, it can feel like there's nowhere left on Earth where you won't find yourself surrounded by other tourists... but it's still possible to find somewhere untouched.

  • Once in a lifetime: 10 things to do before you die

    Once in a lifetime: 10 things to do before you die

    Life is too short, and there are lots of things to pack in. If you're planning a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, here are our top 10 things to do before you die.

Top Adventure Holiday Destinations

  • Byron Bay

    Byron Bay

    Located on Australia’s most easterly point, Byron Bay is well known for its premier...

  • Tasmania

    Tasmania

    Separated from mainland Australia by the 240 km stretch of Bass Strait, Tasmania is a...

  • Broome & The Kimberley

    Broome & The Kimberley

    Renowned for its spectacular outback wilderness, Broome & the Kimberley offers a...

  • Indian Ocean Drive

    Indian Ocean Drive

    The stretch of coast from Cervantes to Kalbarri is popular with WA residents for small...

  • Northern Flinders Ranges

    Northern Flinders Ranges

    Whether you come to ‘rough it’ among the rugged mountain ranges and plains or just to...

  • Northern Rivers

    Northern Rivers

    The Byron Bay & Northern Rivers region stretches from the Clarence River up to Tweed...

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