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Aitutaki Lagoon, Cook Islands.

Reliably sexy: The world's 10 most amazing lagoons

There are few geographical features that are as reliably sexy as a lagoon and these are the 10 best.

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Snorkelling along Tanna's untouched north coast in Vanuatu.

Pacific paradises: Five of the best holiday islands

When it comes to paradise, there are few prettier places than the islands of the Pacific. Craig Tansley journeys among them to pick the highlights.

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Cocos Keeling has Australia's best beach.

The hidden isles: Six of Australia's lesser-known island adventures

There are 8222 islands linked to our country, plenty for all. Here are a few you may have overlooked in your travels.

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Tea Tree Bay in Noosa National Park is a popular place for picnics and surfing, with many other spots in the park more ...

Podcast: Summer holidays - where to go and what to expect this year

Summer is coming. Here's what you need to know to start planning that ultimate getaway.

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Heart Reef was not discovered until 1975 and has remained free of visitors until now.

Off limits for 45 years, you can finally visit this iconic spot

The darling of the reef is a selfie-free zone – and for that we should all be thankful.

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On big swell days, waves crash dramatically into the pool.

The spectacular sea baths carved by convicts

Lying spectacularly at the bottom of a rugged cliff face carved into a natural rock platform lies the little-known Bogey Hole.

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A typically gorgeous beach at Aitutaki, in the Cook Islands.

Keep dreaming: Five lesser-known Pacific paradises

Dreaming of an island idyll but hanging the expense no longer an option? Craig Tansley suggests some peaceful Pacific choices away from the jet set.

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 The view from the villas at Kokomo Private Island.

Private paradise: Beyond Fiji's main island

If you’re dreaming of getting away from it all, you may as well do it in luxury.

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Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel is the first Aboriginal-themed reef operator on the Great Barrier Reef.

The Dreamtime myth behind the creation of the Great Barrier Reef

Get a boat to the reef, dive or snorkel the sites and learn about Aboriginal culture from Indigenous onboard rangers.

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Taking a dip in the magnificent To Sua ocean trench.

The Pacific's most underrated island

There’s talk of a new South Sea bubble – for travel, that is. Craig Tansley takes us to spectacular Samoa in anticipation

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Ni'ihau's isolation began back in 1864.

Hawaii's forbidden island: Self-isolated for 150 years

Isolated from the rest of the world for 150 years, the Hawaiian island of Ni'ihau clings to its heritage with intricate works of beauty.

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Surfer's view inside a breaking wave with lush green mountain backdrop in Tahiti.

Best things to do and eat in Tahiti: Expat tips

Tahiti has an abundance of beauty and fresh food - but one local delicacy takes some getting used to.

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Miss or Ms? Airline's serious stuff-up on passengers' weight

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Australia is at risk of becoming a hermit nation, closed off from the rest of the world with no plan for reopening borders.

Five things we must do if we ever want Australia's borders to open

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