Ayers Rock Accommodation: Longitude 131°
Uluru, a.k.a Ayers Rock, is full of mystery and magic. The spiritual heart of Australia, this undeniably impressive rock in the middle of the country was a sacred site in Aboriginal culture long before settlers stepped ashore in 1788. Mysterious rituals are still to this day performed in the rock’s…
Where Is Paradise On Earth: Moorea, Tahiti
Where is Paradise, how do I find it, can you get there by plane? A clear candidate for that title must be the beautiful island of Moorea. The eight rising peaks that mark Moorea on the map seem to be carved into the sky, flushing emerald against the rosy glow of sunset. The waters are still, with…
Bora Bora Activities: Snorkeling and Hibiscus
Rub the grains of sleep from your eyes and look again, the Bora Bora activities are awaiting you on this a veritable heaven on Earth, with its cyan blue waters, powder pearl sands and thatched cottages standing on stilts scattered across the lagoon. This is one of the most exotic and well-loved…
Tetiaroa Island, Tahiti: Kings and Cocktails
Seeking a beach break with royal splendor is all too simple when you head for the South Pacific jewel of Tetiaroa Island. This dazzling island of sheer blue was once cut off from public sight and hailed as the playground for Tahitian kings. Yet ever since Marlon Brando glimpsed out the window of…
Things to Do In Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is known as Australia’s culture capital, and with good reason. From trundling along in the historic trams to standing 300 meters above the city, this stylish metropolis is full of diverse experiences. I head down under to try out five of the best things to do in Melbourne, Australia.…
Wellness Hotels Westin: Melbourne
Health is all the rage right now. The year 2014 was the year of hardcore workouts, everything from CrossFit to Insanity; of a new surge in supermarket products aimed at reducing your waistline; of chia seeds, flax seed, hemp seed and other protein-packed food that look a little like bird food. Our…
New Zealand Wine and Dine Escapes
The famous outdoor playground of New Zealand boasts an enticing blend of glacial topped mountains, salt sea breezes, tumbling meadows, farmyard pastures and pristine vineyards. It is as though the great makers of this earth handpicked New Zealand to be the pantry of the world with its elegant…
Mossman Gorge Australia: A Cultural Journey
Mossman Gorge, Australia, deep in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest and only a stone’s throw away from the rainbow palate of the Great Barrier Reef. This is a place where silvery waterfalls gush through wide fingered palm leaves, where clear streams laugh and tumble over smooth granite boulders,…
Middle Earth Fantasies in New Zealand
Tolkien’s landscapes spring to life in the splendor of New Zealand, from the rolling moss hills of the Shire peppered with secret doorways into Hobbit homes to the craggy shadowed peaks of Mount Doom, and the ethereal fragrant forests of Lothlorien with its silver thread waterfalls and pale blooms…
Ultimate Adventure Travel to New Zealand
Intrepid travelers across the globe flock to the emerald and azure shores of New Zealand to feel their heart beat, to pump energy through their veins and to take a risk with some of the most incredible adventures to be found on Mother Earth. Ride the pounding surf of Raglan, fly in whirring…
Best Islands in the South Pacific for a Luxury Escape
The cloying scent of vanilla, swimming with the gentle giants of the sea and luxury beach houses perched on stilts above misty azure waters makes the South Pacific an incredible paradise that suspends belief. Boasting famous greats like the Galapagos and Bora Bora, the sweetened South Pacific has…
Luxury Honeymoon Resorts in Fiji
From fire walking to south sea pearls, there is something alluring about the island of Fiji that has been tempting intrepid honeymooners away from the streets of Paris and the beaches of the Caribbean. Fiji is a world soaked in wonder, where zesty bright limes combine with the sweet scent of…
The Pullman Auckland - Standard for New Zealand Luxury
It’s known as the “City of Sails.” Tāmaki Makaurau, or Auckland, is New Zealand’s largest city. It sits on the Waitemata Harbor, with access to more than 15 islands scattered about the sparkling turquoise waters. And perched on a hill, overlooking both the harbor and the green Albert Park is the…
7 Family Activities in Sydney
The most populous city in Australia, Sydney attracts visitors from across the globe thanks to its iconic architecture and wealth of travel and leisure pursuits. It is one of the world’s leading vacation spots, offering everything from fine dining to luxury hotels to cultural attractions. Family…
Best Wreck Diving - S.S. Yongala, Great Barrier Reef
The S.S. Yongala is frequently rated as the best wreck dive on the planet and perfect for adventure travel. It is located in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, a mere 12 nautical miles from Alva Beach in Queensland, Australia. A short 30 minute boat ride will get you to this impressive dive…
Best Beach in Australia for a Weekend Escape
With about 11,011 beaches, Australia has more beaches than any other nation. Not only does the country have the most beaches, it also has some of the most beautiful. Here are ten stunning beaches in Australia. Palm Beach Palm Beach is located in the northern suburbs of Sydney. The beach is…
Luxury Sailing Aboard the Paul Gauguin Cruise Ship
Adventure Life has released a series of sailing adventures aboard the Paul Gauguin cruise ship, a small luxury cruise ship specifically designed to sail the shallow and pristine waters of Tahiti and of French Polynesia. The luxury cruise adventure include itineraries that visit Bora Bora, Tahiti,…
20 Australasian Boutique Hotels for a Luxury Escape
Exclusive and secluded luxury resorts embellishing the South Pacific islands and the Australian Coast are amongst some of the most lavish and magnificent hotels in the world. The InterContinental Bora Bora Resort in French Polynesia, renowned for its iconic blue lagoon, was recently honored by…