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AdvertisementDestinationsAfricaAntarcticaAsiaAustralia and onde jogar jogo do bichoPacificCaribbean & BermudaCentral AmericaEuropeMiddle EastNorth AmericaSouth AmericaMore The 333 islands opening to the worldAs of 1 December, Fiji instituted a quarantine-free travel policy to welcome vaccinated travellers from countries across the globe.21 Dec 2021TravelThe nation that's banishing lightThe 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 2022TravelThe 333 islands opening to the worldAs of 1 December, Fiji instituted a quarantine-free travel policy to welcome vaccinated travellers from countries across the globe.21 Dec 2021TravelThe nation that's banishing lightThe 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 2022TravelThe 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 2022TravelThe Australian myth being disprovedAlthough 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 2021TravelAustralia's X-rated underwater showEach 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 2022TravelThe Australian myth being disprovedAlthough 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 2021TravelMore Australia & PacificPaneer to poutine: Inside the world's local McDonald'sFrom 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.Five of the world's safest countries for 2025In 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.The secret to life in the world's best citiesAustralia 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.What it's really like to reside in the world's most liveable citiesCopenhagen 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.Four countries betting big on sports tourismFrom Spain to South Africa, nations are investing big in sports infrastructure to attract the growing wave of travelling fans.Exploring Australia's 'magical' glow-in-the-dark worldIn Australia's Illawarra region, a ghostbusting-style night tour reveals ghost fungi, sea sparkles and tiny organisms lighting up the dark.AdvertisementMore travel29 Apr 2025How a smiling animal put an island on the mapFamous 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 202526 Mar 2025Finding calm in the cosmos: A new wellness trendFrom 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 202523 Mar 2025The Pacific islands that don't want to be HawaiiThe 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 202518 Feb 2025Is 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 20255 Jan 2025Bluey's mum's family-friendly guide to BrisbaneAustralian 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 202529 Dec 2024Where to find the real-life Middle-earthWhile Tolkien's stories take place in the fictional realm of Middle-earth, the awe-inspiring landscapes of the books, films and TV shows are closer than you might imagine.29 Dec 202417 Nov 2024Australia's new experience brings Bluey to lifeUnlike typical theme parks, this experience is less about flashy rides and more about encouraging kids to engage in imaginative play and teamwork – just like Bluey and Bingo do.17 Nov 20241 Nov 2024The town aiming to become the world's 'ecotourism capital'The fuel-guzzling town of Queenstown, New Zealand, has an audacious goal to become the first tourist destination to have a carbon-zero visitor economy by 2030.1 Nov 202424 Oct 2024A 315km trail into a vanished worldNew Zealand's longest bike trail tells the story of Earth's "lost" continent.24 Oct 202412345...10
