Destination Articles

Insider Secrets - Bath

A visit to Bath is a popular day trip from London but Bath also offers plenty to see and do for those who have a little more time to spend in the historic town.  Annabel Purling runs Hedonistic Hiking’s UK office and is a regular visitor to the nearby city of Bath. She recently spent a weekend in Bath with friends and has kindly shared her ‘Insider Secrets’ with us.

France after dark

From glamour and glitz in the French Riviera to hot nightlife spots in Paris, the allure of faire la fete French style is both romantic and capturing. After dark, France lights up with a diverse nightlife where you can mingle with the jet-set enjoying ostentatious cocktail sipping or experience a grittier night scene while sipping a beer. The country also lights up with illuminated highlights like the Eiffel Tower in Paris and Mont St. Michel in Normandy.

The Palace of Versailles in photos

If you're heading to Paris for a few days, I highly recommend a visit to the Chateau de Versailles just out of Paris. You'll need to allow at least half a day (a full day, if possible) but it is worth it just to admire the gardens and palace built for Louis XIV, the Sun King, from 1668.

Insider Secrets - Paris

Paris is top of most people's wish list when heading to Europe with the famous French capital offering much for the visitor to see and do. Stephane Guerin, owner of Melbourne-based Paris apartment agency, The French Experience, was born and grew up in the City of Light and he has kindly shared his 'Insider Secrets' to Paris with us.

Insider Secrets - Zurich

The capital of Switzerland is often overlooked as a destination in its own right by Australians, but as my visit to the city last year proved, there is plenty to see and do.  Evelyn Lafone, Director Australia and New Zealand for Switzerland Tourism, hails from just outside Zurich and she shares her Insider Secrets with us.

Opera, romance and tragedy in Verona

Even those who are not avid readers of Shakespeare are likely to have heard of Romeo and Juliet, the tragic love story that the old Bard wrote and which was set in Italy's northern city of Verona. Whilst the characters are said to be fictional, Juliet's 'house' and in particular, its balcony, are one of Verona's key attractions. But the city has more to offer as I found out on an afternoon visit.

Gubbio, an historic gem in the Apennines

Clinging to the steep slopes of the Monte Ingino, Gubbio appears an imposing and aloof city. Its Gothic stone buildings rise up the windy hillside and the waters of the Camignano gorge run down through its centre. The surrounding countryside is breathtaking as the town sits between unspoilt pastureland and the wooded Apennine mountains.

Insider Secrets - Dubrovnik

Nicole Russell is the owner of Discover Croatia Holidays, an exclusive wholesale travel company specialising in holidays to Croatia.  Nicole has generously shared her 'insider secrets' to Dubrovnik to help you get the most out of your visit to this amazing city.

Luxury getaways in England

Treating yourself to an indulgent, relaxing holiday in England is the antidote to a hectic lifestyle that is filled with work, school and extracurricular activities. With a host of different micro-climates, Victorian gardens and timeless architectural masterpieces, London is an ideal destination for anyone from Australia who wants to enjoy their holidays in style. Preparing for a great trip ensures success, and several sites are must-sees for anyone who is interested in making the best use of time during their holidays.