Since their first days as a tour operator, responsible business has been at the heart of what Intrepid do, something they have now carried into their operations in Papua New Guinea. In 2020, Intrepid will take travellers off the beaten path and into the heartland of Papua New Guinea’s tribal roots in
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The Kokoda Trail has been a place of pilgrimage for Australians, and others, for many decades, so why not make this new decade the year you trek the Kokoda Trail. A place of ANZAC reverence and of personal challenge, the Kokoda track is one of the many walking tracks in Papua New Guinea that existed
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The tiny island nation of Fiji may be mere speck on the map, but it packs a punch when it comes to things to do and see. An archipelago of more than 330 islands, Fiji is famous for rugged landscapes, palm-lined, white sand beaches, coral reefs, clear lagoons and infectious local smiles. Its major
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Vanuatu is so much more than just a tropical island destination. The simple truth is that adventure, in its many forms, is what Vanuatu does best. Vanuatu is a raw experience. It is a land of untouched wilderness, pristine oceans and rugged beauty – here’s five adventures to get you started: Mount
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Vanuatu, the adventure capital of the South Pacific, is now more accessible than ever with Air Vanuatu’s new, non-stop service from Melbourne to Vanuatu’s capital Port Vila. From 18 June 2019, Air Vanuatu will operate three flights per week between the two cities, opening-up a new, action-packed, holiday destination for people living in Melbourne. The
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For a truly off the grid experience in Tonga, Sea Change Eco Retreat is the place to stay. Don’t think that off the grid and eco retreat means roughing it though, as Sea Change manages to find that balance between being one with your natural surroundings without losing that touch of luxury. With the lightest
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Swimming with humpback whales in Tonga would have to be one of the most life changing experiences you can have. There are few wildlife encounters that allow you to get this up close and personal, while maintaining a respect for the animal and their environment, but in Tonga, they have found
Read MoreFlight access to Tonga from Australia can be tricky. There are limited departures for a direct flight which makes it hard if you need to fit in with a certain date. Then once you get to Nuku’Alofa, the internal flights out to the smaller islands can be hit and miss on
Read MoreOfficially known as the Kingdom of Tonga, this small Polynesian country really has a lot to offer. An archipelago comprising 169 islands, of which 36 are inhabited, the total surface area is about 750 square kilometres scattered over 700,000 square kilometres of the southern Pacific Ocean. The main island of Tongatapu is
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Flight arrival and departure times in and out of Tonga’s Fuaʻamotu International Airport can be at awkward hours, so you need a good transit hotel. The airport is located on the main island, Tongatapu and is a good 20 km from the capital of Tonga, Nukuʻalofa. This is what makes Scenic
Read MoreThe Solomon Islands is one of the most beautiful places in the world — its pristine islands and beaches, colourful locals and endless greenery need no Instagram filters. An instagrammer’s paradise, the best thing about the Solomon Islands is that you don’t need to dodge those other pesky tourists that get
Read MoreThe 6th Melanesian Festival of Arts & Cultural has kicked off in Honiara, Solomon Islands, the second time the country has hosted the event. Running from 1 – 10 July, the event is a celebration of the Melanesian arts and culture, bringing together 2000 artists and performers from Papua New Guinea,
Read MoreSolomon Islands are many things. That is the message the new branding for the renamed Tourism Solomons is driving in what represents a “seismic shift’ in direction for the Solomon Islands destination marketing. Previously known as the Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau, the move to Tourism Solomons with the ‘Solomon Is.’ branding
Read MoreThe Islands of Tahiti are known for their pristine blue waters, coral reefs and stunning island beaches – a place where you can fall in love or where love blossoms. It is more than just a place for romance and couples however. The country has so much to offer beyond being
Read MoreIn the Solomon Islands they have a saying, “so Solomons, so different”, and this couldn’t be more true. It is nothing like its neighbourhood Pacific Islands such as Fiji, Vanuatu, New Caledonia and Samoa, and it doesn’t want to be. Because what makes the Solomon Islands so special is uniqueness that
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