Tag: asia

tourism and holidays

Discovering Bali

Gareth

The Indonesian island of Bali is a favourite destination for Australian holiday-makers, and it’s easy to see why. In this article we take a look at how to get the most out of your visit to this beguiling tropical paradise. When to go If possible it is best to avoid the Australian school holidays as this is generally peak time in Bali. We visited in early October and the weather was perfect – warm and humid so the suggestion of a swim in the pool was always welcomed, but cooler at night so that sleeping wasn’t a problem…

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Video: Dolphin Watching in Maldives

Nellie Huang

From somewhere in the depths of the indigo water comes a splash and a squeal. A small fin pokes above the surface followed by the whip of a tail. It’s a dolphin. Just meters away from our traditional dhoni boat. Seconds later, it resurfaces. But this time it’s joined by another dolphin.. and another…and another… By now, there are a dozen or so dolphins surrounding us. I watch in awe as the dolphins dive in and out of the water in sync, swimming gracefully right alongside the bow of our boat…

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Photos of India: What makes this country beautiful?

Dave and Deb

India is one of my favourite countries in the world; with every turn there’s a new fort or temple to explore, chai to drink, animals to navigate around or person to talk to – I thrive off the vibrant chaos! Although some of the best moments I’ve experienced in India went uncaptured, like clinging to the steps surrounding the Pushkar lake for dear life as the…