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China's GDP is predicted to be $64.2 trillion in 2030. But Australian businesses are being advised not to disregard opportunities in other Asian nations.

Size matters: The world’s 10 best megacities you must visit

Whatever you desire in a big city, you will find it. Here’s how to embrace (and survive) some of the world’s top megacities.

  • by Ben Groundwater
The Seventy Islands are part of the Rock Islands of Palau

Amazing and crowd-free: 12 of the world’s most underrated countries

Look beyond the usual destinations and you’ll find outstanding countries that offer something different, and may well be bargain-priced and uncrowded too.

  • by Brian Johnston
Brazilian Feijoada Food. Top view - Imagem sunnov24cover
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A whole day is dedicated to the construction (and destruction) of this meal

If you’re going to tackle one of Brazil’s most cherished dishes, you have to be hungry. Like, really hungry.

  • by Ben Groundwater
Lencois Maranhenses National Park, Brazil.

They’ve got the look: The world’s most beautiful countries named

Turquoise sea lapping on white shores, spectacular mountain peaks or finely presented food - our writers weigh in on what makes a country truly beautiful.

  • by Brian Johnston, Ben Groundwater, Ute Junker, Catherine Marshall, Julie Miller, Michael Gebicki and Nina Karnikowski
Acaraje is a ball of mashed black-eyed peas that is deep-fried in palm oil, then split in half and stuffed with deliciousness.

What is acaraje? Where to find the best of the Brazilian street food

You may not have heard of this dish, but you need it in your life. Your arteries probably don't, but you do.

  • by Ben Groundwater
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Santa Rita Church, Paraty.

Brazil, Costa Verde: A Brazilian beach-lover's road trip

A drive out of Rio towards the charming town of Paraty delights the beach lover.

  • by Jamie Lafferty
Christ the Redeemer overlooks Rio's famous coastline.

Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Where you can experience real beach culture

Visiting Rio and not seeing Copacabana beach is like skipping the Opera House on a first visit to Sydney

  • by Kristie Kellahan
The world's largest rodent, the capybara, in the Pantanal wetlands.

The world's largest tropical wetlands, in the Pantanal, Brazil: A natural wonder you've never heard of

It's not as well known as Brazil's other big natural drawcard, the Amazon, but it's just as impressive.

  • by Rob McFarland
The Church Igreja de Santa Rita de Cassia in Paraty, Brazil.

Paraty, Brazil: The chilled-out coastal town that was once a historic and cultural epicentre

When there's a full moon this town turns on the water works.

  • by Kristie Kellahan
A beach vendor selling caipirinhas calls out to  customers on Ipanema Beach with Two Brothers mountain backdrop.

Things to see and do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Travel tips and guide

From the best drink to the best beach, here are 10 things to try in Rio de Janeiro.

  • by David Whitley