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Munich's Oktoberfest is a must-attend event for beer loving expats, but surviving it is another matter altogether. We’ve got the ultimate Beerfest survival guide. Here's how to make it through — liver, wallet and dignity intact (just). Prost!

There is something about waterfalls. We were wowed by the power and majesty of the rushing water and were amazed at how close we could get to the flow of Europe's largest.

From the iconic Opera House to the golden sands of Bondi Beach, there is something for everyone in this incredible Australian city.

A traditional summer gander abroad, or a local romp during your time off work? A staycation could very well be on the cards for some of us this year.

For the uninitiated, the adrenaline is flowing because of the fear of the unknown, soon to be replaced by the fear of flying fruit chucked by 30,000 revelers in a glorious explosion of red.

SPECIAL FEATURE: Recently, the disruptive agents of the sharing economy, like Airbnb, have been blamed for bringing more tourists into the heart of communities instead of just tourist sites.

Award-winning service with a distinctively serene Thai style, and some fantastic stop-over options with Brightsun Travel. Airfares start at Sydney from £717pp, Melbourne from £708pp, Perth from £701pp and Brisbane from £717pp.

RUNNING OF THE BULLS IN PAMPLONA | Spain's famous San Fermin festival brings together daredevils and spectators of the world for a week of bull dodging and serious, serious partying. Here's the what, how, why and when...

With its political & economical problems a thing of the past, Zimbabwe is welcoming increasing numbers of tourists back into the country and hoping for even more. Armed with a camera & notepad, Kris Griffiths takes a tour of the reborn nation, experiencing its full range of impressive natural wonders...

SPECIAL FEATURE: A staggering 3.9 billion malicious login attempts occurred during the last year against sites belonging to airlines, cruise lines, hotels, online travel, automotive rental and transport organisations.

In London, when I went to get a visa to visit Eritrea they asked me why I wanted to go. Why would a white lady of uncertain years WANT to go there alone?

While driving along winding roads through dense, dark, ancient forests and over mountain passes through the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, it is easy to be caught up in the Dracula story.

The beautiful Peak District is an ideal place to enjoy some peace and quiet with someone special. With stately homes set against picture perfect rolling hills, lush meadows and leafy forests this is where English romance was born.

The thick stone walls proclaim invincibility. The wide marble Placa fuses shops, cafes, churches and palaces. The fine sculpture on buildings and monuments shows the centuries-old artistic heritage.

With some places in the world becoming tourist unfriendly because of the sheer number of visitors, and others feeling overcrowded when you get there, now may be a good time to think of travelling to somewhere new.

TRAVEL DEALS: Prices are fantastic right now with Sydney return fares from £601, Brisbane £554, Melbourne from £571, Perth from £523, Adelaide from £526 and Cairns from £600. Fly in comfort and style on a modern Dreamliner aircraft.

Serfaus is idyllically located, perched high above the Upper Inn Valley in an area known as the Oberes Gericht, one of three villages together with Fiss and Ladis, in the picturesque region of Tyrol, Austria. Within easy driving distance, Serfaus was perfectly positioned from our base in Zurich. The location...

VIDEO: Check out this mesmerizing clip featuring some of the world's most popular travel spots, proving that way too many people actually take the same photos to post on Instagram.

Rather than just stay at home watching the Winter Olympics, strap on some skis or a board and get amongst some of Europe’s lesser known and most pristine pistes.

There's so much to love about this quaint little place.

Vanuatu they say is the happiest place on earth. And it is. If you disagree, then you haven’t been... yet.

Hypnotic sand dunes, gorgeous villages, active volcanos, golden beaches and year round sunshine. Fuerteventura is a great escape, especially if you're fleeing the winter cold.

OPINION & ANALYSIS: Narcissism, Machiavellianism and psychopathy. Selfie tourism is changing the experience of traveling for many people – and not necessarily in a positive way.

Any Australians who are planning on traveling to the United States, must first have their ESTA application approved in order to be allowed to enter into the country.

Railway stations are evocative, personal, and so much more interesting to the inquisitive traveller than airports or bus stations. Check out some of the best.

Most travellers are familiar with Switzerland’s German and French speaking capitals, but there is a third, equally intriguing language region that combines traditional Swiss elegance with an unmistakably Mediterranean flair.

A trip to the beautiful Aran Islands off Galway, with their unique heritage, is a never to be forgotten experience.

Castles, parks and the Danube: Juliette Massardier discovers the history and charm of Budapest.

There is a whole host of reasons that travel insurance should be an essential part of your travel plans.

What did I know about Jordan? Not very much actually, except for Petra and the Dead Sea. Visiting was a big eye-opener for me.

As much as we love the UK, its winter can break your soul. But you don't have to fly home to the other side of the globe to escape...

Australia's usually unheralded bureaucratic capital, Canberra, has rocketed up the traveller's charts, according to Lonely Planet.

Puglia, or Apulia, is on the heel of Italy’s boot. Relatively ignored by foreign tourists, the region is full of southern ebullience, tradition and hidden gems.

It’s hot, dusty, often chaotic, and decidedly non-Western but Cairo, Egypt’s capital, is also fascinating, inspiring and a wonderful place to explore 4500 years of history.

There are few countries around the world that can offer sublime beauty and an awe-inspiring natural diversity and wonder as exotic Morocco.

Dubai: OTT and OMG but I sought to navigate the city with Aussie pace and uncover some quick tips and tricks for first-timers.

Say 'prost!' to Oktoberfest. Everything you need to know about the infamous and fantastic Munich Beerfest - the history, the language, the beer.

A regular visitor to the South of France, CHARLIE INGLEFIELD returned to Crillon le Brave and discovered a luxury gem of a Bed and Breakfast in the form of the recently opened La Maison de Crillon.

Heading abroad for an extended period of time, whether you are a first time traveller or a seasoned adventurer, can lead to a big headache before you depart.

From the onset you are infused in technology, of scanners and screen, automated gates, tickets and buttons. You are in Tokyo, Japan.

Monsters, castles, drinking, horseback riding and gun firing: a trip to Scotland is like entering an adult fantasy world set against the most stunningly beautiful backdrop.

The winners in the Travel Photographer of the Year competition have been announced by National Geographic. Take a look at some incredible images...

Chinese drama is fun, and no harder than following Italian opera or Shakespearean dialogue. So says intrepid traveller JOHN BURKE.

History and significance: It was during Tanzania’s independence from its colonial rulers, the mountain that consist of three dormant volcanoes and which stands 5895 meters above sea level, became the symbol of its independence.

Monuments, museums, art galleries, magnificent buildings and grand views are the hallmarks of the USA’s capital.

For exactly one hour every year the Spanish city of Buñol is a pulpy, tomato flavoured battleground. It’s every person for themselves as chaos ensues for La Tomatina!

A weekend in the stunning city of Cambridge is easy, and you can even stay on campus.

KRIS GRIFFITHS explores Norfolk's stately English manor Congham Hall and the Queen’s own Sandringham House.

This remote, far northern Scottish island is home to a diverse range of flora, fauna and wildlife, and for a short while it's a cool summer escape for our intrepid Aussie journeyman.

A clever marketing concept, the 'Sculpture Triangle' is also the perfect excuse to head up north to visit the UK's largest county on a weekend break with a cultural bent.