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Wanaka landscape Travel New Zealands Top Destinations for 2021 New Zealand is one of the world's most coveted travel destinations – and with its sheer diversity of alluring landscapes and cosmopolitan hotspots, it’s for good reason. Nicola Easterby Nicola Easterby Travel Blogger
Man and woman on holiday laughing on a beach Travel Travel health: a helpful guide Preparing for travel can sometimes seem like a stressful task. But with a little knowledge, preparation, and planning, you can minimise the risks to your health and have an enjoyable holiday. Marianne Kirby Marianne Kirby Writer
Car driving down a long raod, blue sky over head. Feet stick out the window in the breeze. Travel Holidaying at home: See Australia your way With international destinations off the cards, Aussies are excitedly seeking some downtime spent in their own ‘backyard’.
Little girl sits in car smiling with her family Travel Planning that perfect Aussie road trip After a year we’d all rather forget, families across Australia are now gearing up for a road trip to remember over the summer holidays.
lady rugged up at beach on cold day Travel Surviving winter without a warm break With a ban on all overseas travel, winter escapes abroad are almost certainly off the cards this year. We share some ideas to help avoid the winter blues. Tracy McBeth Tracy McBeth Journalist
A mosquito Travel Zika virus: what you need to know The recent outbreak of Zika virus in Brazil has prompted concerns about the rapid spread of the virus, and the potential for outbreaks in cities globally. Tracy McBeth Tracy McBeth Journalist
Emily with her parents Travel Emilys story surviving a four storey fall in Peru Emily Wornes was having the time of her life exploring South America when one wrong step resulted in a terrible accident in Peru which instantly turned her world upside-down. Tracy McBeth Tracy McBeth Journalist
Two people on the plane Travel Travel safety: Avoid These five Rookie Mistakes Here are five common mistakes people make when travelling. Tracy McBeth Tracy McBeth Journalist
A person on a long hiking trail Travel Four great exotic holiday destinations Here are some of the best exotic holiday destinations you might not have considered. Penny Giudice Penny Giudice
A woman taking a photo of an island Travel Cruises that wont pile on the kilos Healthy on-board dining options and an amazing range of activities which can see you returning to shore in fantastic shape. Matt Allison Matt Allison Writer
A person snowboarding Travel Travel emergency top travel injuries and illnesses Here are five of the most common travel accidents, illnesses and medical emergencies for Australian travellers. Tracy McBeth Tracy McBeth Journalist
Gemma on her honeymoon Travel My close encounter with Rwanda gorillas Not everyone can say they’ve been charged at by a silverback gorilla - but I can. This incredible encounter happened on our recent honeymoon in Rwanda. After popping the video on social media... it’s gone bananas! Gemma Cosgriff Gemma Cosgriff Bupa Dietitian
A woman waiting with her suitcase on her phone Travel Seven tips for travelling with a chronic illness When you live with a long-term illness, travel can be more challenging but it isn’t impossible! Frequent traveller Jessica Bean shares her tips for enjoying safe and healthy holidays. Jessica Bean Author Jessica Bean Health empowerment coach, blogger and speaker
A woman with a backpack in a busy city Travel Seven ways to simplify travelling with a chronic illness When you live with a long-term illness, travel can be more challenging but it isn’t impossible! Frequent traveller Jessica Bean shares her tips for enjoying safe and healthy holidays. Jessica Bean Author Jessica Bean Health empowerment coach, blogger and speaker
A medical professional looking through a microscope Travel The dream to eliminate hepatitis C A Melbourne doctor who specialises in infectious diseases has set his sights on eliminating hepatitis C in Australia. Dr Joseph Doyle believes it can be done; his impressive research has landed him a nomination for the Bupa Health Foundation’s Emerging Health Researcher Awards for 2016. Christie Cooper Christie Cooper Journalist
Man eating large burger and chips Travel Why overnutrition is a global problem New data shows global obesity has become a bigger problem than world hunger. But what can we do about it? Tracy McBeth Tracy McBeth Journalist