Justin Meneguzzi
Travel writer
Justin Meneguzzi traded his corporate suit for a rucksack and hasn’t looked back. With an emphasis on travelling sustainably, he now travels the globe as a journalist and photographer documenting the people, cultures, food, history, and wildlife that make up our big, beautiful world. Justin was recognised with the Australian Society of Travel Writers 'Rising Star' award in 2018.
★★★★
Hotel reviews
This historic, stately inn is a surprisingly cosy beachside getaway
This bluestone heritage inn by the sea makes an ideal escape whatever the season.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
Super sangas to hidden dining rooms: Six of the Great Ocean Road’s best eats
From a retro deli slinging super sandwiches to a restaurant hiding in a bowls club, you won’t go hungry when you make this famed journey.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
★★★★
Hotel reviews
Latest addition to motel revival offers rare spa experience
Effervescent and easy-going, the restored Sunnymead Hotel can either be a happy pit-stop on your Great Ocean Road trip or a relaxing place to linger a little longer.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
Geelong’s first new hotel in 20 years is also its largest
Minutes from Spirit of Tasmania’s new dock, the Holiday Inn & Suites makes an ideal base for exploring Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
Six of the best cosy coastal stays in Victoria
Whether you prefer a futuristic cabin, an igloo or a hut in the woods, these are some of Victoria’s best coastal escapes.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
Hotel of converted train carriages is stunning, shame about the service
The star attractions at this rail-themed Thai hotel are the 16 luxury suites upcycled from real train cars.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
★★★½
Train journeys
Train review: Thai’s second class delivers a comfortable night’s sleep
Hurtling out of one city at sunset and arriving in a new one as it’s waking up is an underrated joy of travel.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
Forget expensive wellness programs: Relax with this Japanese pastime instead
I can’t help but think of the fancy hotels and retreats offering new age wellness programs, yet one of the oldest pastimes – fishing – still holds its own.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
This Club Med is a dream for snow-lovers
This Japanese resort offers unbeatable access to Mount Kiroro.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
Six of the best hikes within one hour of Melbourne
From storied Indigenous trails to heart pumping mountain climbs, you don't need to travel far for these great hikes just one hour or less from Melbourne's CBD.
- by Justin Meneguzzi