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Kerry van der Jagt is a Sydney-based freelance writer with expertise in Australia's Indigenous cultures, sustainable travel and wildlife conservation, and a descendant of the Awabakal people of the mid-north coast of NSW.

This country’s rustic doughnut offshoot is worthy of a trip on its own

This country’s rustic doughnut offshoot is worthy of a trip on its own

You’ll need your stretchy pants for a day-trip to this Hungarian town where a brioche and a doughnut had a love child.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
Yes, you read right: The river that’s officially recognised as a ‘legal person’

Yes, you read right: The river that’s officially recognised as a ‘legal person’

New Zealand’s longest navigable river has a personality that changes with every twist and turn.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
Views from this train are so spectacular, it doesn’t matter where you sit
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Views from this train are so spectacular, it doesn’t matter where you sit

On this New Zealand train route the dramatic scenery is matched by engineering masterpieces.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
To explore the less predictable side of Europe, this is the way to do it

To explore the less predictable side of Europe, this is the way to do it

From vineyards to dramatic cliffs to Soviet-era villages with each bend of the river, this is a cruise guaranteed to open your eyes and your mind.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
This burgeoning wine region has an unusual secret weapon

This burgeoning wine region has an unusual secret weapon

The Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia, Canada, is on the rise, thanks in part to the world’s highest tides.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
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Nine must-do highlights of Darwin

Nine must-do highlights of Darwin

This capital is more than croc country, although you’ll still find a few lurking around the city – on walls, inside museums, on gin bottles …

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
‘Just doing their jobs’? Here’s why I always tip the hotel cleaner

‘Just doing their jobs’? Here’s why I always tip the hotel cleaner

Twenty years ago, I barely gave the hotel cleaners a passing thought. Then something changed.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
Nine must-do highlights of Kakadu National Park

Nine must-do highlights of Kakadu National Park

Indigenous culture, spectacular landscapes, natural plunge pools and unique culinary experiences make Kakadu National Park a must-visit.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
A cheat’s guide to hiking: 10 of the world’s best shortcuts

A cheat’s guide to hiking: 10 of the world’s best shortcuts

While hardcore hikers delight in spending weeks or even months on the trail, the rest of us – short on time, light on knee cartilage – are equally happy with an abridged version.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
Nine must-do highlights of Halifax, Canada

Nine must-do highlights of Halifax, Canada

Halifax is blessed with a stunning harbour, rich maritime heritage and a bounty of fresh seafood and farm produce.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt