Travel Tips
European River Cruising
on 21/09/2021
For a truly intimate and immersive holiday, look no further than a European River Cruise. Still one of the hottest trends in travel, demand for this style of cruising seems to be unstoppable. Read on to find out more about Europe's most popular rivers to cruise along. Danube, Main, Rhine...
Discover South Australia at four of our favourites!
30/06/2021
From the Hills to the City and the Sea, South Australia offers the perfect mix of Australian landscapes, all within a stone's throw from the city. Where else can you wake up in the comfort of a five-star hotel, trek through lush, leafy wilderness, then watch the sunset over crystal...
Cruise holidays: Where Australians could travel to next year; more sailings cancelled
on 30/10/2020
Royal Caribbean, P&O, Carnival and Princess have axed more voyages amid ongoing travel difficulties, but next year might hold some pleasant surprises for travellers. Major cruise operators have revealed more voyages have been cancelled, including some scheduled well into next year, but there is hope Australian travellers could set sail...
South Australia's Pink Lake Bucket List
on 08/10/2020
Magenta Veins criss-cross South Australia's landscape, leading to spectacular pink lakes. See them yourself with South Australia's bucket list. No, your eyes do not deceive you. And no, we haven’t gone crazy in Photoshop. South Australia is home to some of the world’s most vibrant pink lakes, stunning travellers with...
6 Incredible NSW Food and Wine Experiences to indulge in!
25/09/2020
There is nothing better than a Sunday in the sun of wine tastings accompanied by local cheeses and delicious fine dining. Discover six of the best gastronomy escapes in New South Wales that will satisfy the finest of tastes. 1. Indulge in dining experiences within the vines at Rowlee Wines...
Iconic Rail Journeys of the World
on 25/08/2020
As much about the journey as the destination, these iconic luxury rail journeys perfectly combine incredible sights and scenery outside the train with memorable and lavish experiences inside the train. From the moment you step aboard, you’ll find yourself basking in sheer elegance as you’re transported back to the golden...
Barossa Valley Getaway
11/08/2020
Barossa Weekend Getaway With hot, dry summers and cool, moderate winters, our very own Barossa Valley located an easy 65km drive north of Adelaide is one of the world's great wine regions. A must for wine fans, the Barossa is a compact place measuring just 25km long, yet more than...
Why travelling local needs to be on your now radar and not at the bottom of that bucket list.
25/07/2020
We are, arguably, the luckiest people in the world to call the beautiful and varied state of South Australia home. A quick 30-minute drive from the city and you can escape to another world! Visit the rolling valleys of the Adelaide Hills, the vast pastoral lands of the North, the...
A Hidden Secret in Every State…
05/06/2020
Australia is full of hidden secrets, little gems and private oases and we have curated a list, of the best secrets we know. From private islands to extraordinary bush experiences, this list will have you planning that Australian getaway before you even reach the bottom of the page. Dive in;...
All aboard… for a journey from Adelaide to Darwin on the prestigious Ghan
08/05/2020
Discover the romance and relaxation of rail travel, from the moment you step aboard you will feel worlds away. Everything is taken care of, first, you will be shown to your cabin; where your carriage steward will run through your itinerary for the following days of your journey, making dinner...
A day in… How to take that family vacation you are dreaming of from the comfort of your home.
01/05/2020
As the travel withdrawals set in and the cabin fever becomes apparent, all whilst being stuck inside with the kids, we can tell you are in need of a holiday! We might all be stuck inside, but we here at PHT have a way that you can still experience the...
Need a travel fix? Take a tour without leaving your couch
on 14/04/2020
Missing some of your favourite places around the world? Want to re-live a memory? Or maybe top up the bucket list for when the world can re-open its doors? No matter where you find yourself, we've complied 6 of our favourite online experiences to fill the travel void. 1. Buckingham...
Travel Books That Will Change The Way You See The World
30/03/2020
Great travel books can take our imaginations thousands of miles away, they inspire us to getaway, go on an adventure, hike, drive, cruise and fly. And sometimes, reading a travel book can be as transformative as the journey itself. Here are Phil Hoffmann's must-read travel books. Prepare for a serious...
Fly with LATAM
on 19/03/2020
LATAM Airlines, South America’s largest airline group, enters 2020 with an expanded presence in Australia. In late 2019, LATAM introduced a new direct route between Sydney and Santiago which provides double-digit growth in capacity from Australia, year on year. The new non-stop flights operate three times weekly, with departures from...
Mount Hagen vs Goroka Cultural Show
on 19/03/2020
Mount Hagen vs Goroka Cultural Show Mount Hagen vs Goroka - Two incredible cultural shows, both in the spectacular lush highlands of Papua New Guinea embracing fascinating tribal traditions and rich culture of the local clans against a beautiful backdrop of jagged mountains. Both cultural shows explode with colour, pride,...
What Travelling Solo Means - the Wheels & the Deals
12/03/2020
What travelling solo means – the wheels and the deals. Anyone who is, or has been a single traveller, has experienced the moment. It's the one where you spy a great price for a tour or cruise – only to see it gilded with the dreaded asterisk. Sure enough, it's...
Where the Wild Things Are
11/03/2020
How do you capture the essence of Africa on paper without using up every cliché in the book? No other continent comes close to Africa for sheer scale, more choice than a variety store and pure, unadulterated impact. Africa offers a travel experience greatly different from probably any other holiday...
Ten Tips for Travelling Solo
12/02/2020
Travelling alone can be fun. Travelling alone will change your life. Travelling by yourself means not having to rely on anyone else to get the most out of your trip. No matter where you go and what you do, it will change you, and it might even be due to...
Laura Talks Italy
05/02/2020
Laura has travelled to many destinations its hard for her to pick a favourite, aside from her homeland of Wales the call has been made… Italy is her ultimate travel destination, read on to learn Laura’s tips, tricks and highlights of Italy. A country on most people’s bucket lists Italy...
10 Insta Worthy Hotel Pools
29/01/2020
Dive into holiday mode with these ten totally Insta worthy hotel pools. Nothing says holidays like seeking a refreshing reprieve from the tropic heat or finding a tranquil place to laze and lounge beside a beautiful pool. We’ve compiled a list of the world’s best, from Dubai to Costa Rica,...
What is going to be hot in 2020
15/01/2020
January is half way through and the tips are in for where you are headed this year, hint this list will throw you a little off the beaten track, are you ready for an adventure? Is your next holiday on the hot for 2020 list? See the verdict below. 1....
Travel the world with Singapore Airlines
18/12/2019
With countless Worldwide awards, Singapore airlines is a favourite among many Aussie travellers! Their service, comfort, network and availability direct from Adelaide makes it a winner for us. Discover why below… Flying Business and Economy from Adelaide to Singapore and extending all over the world with the additional cabin options...
The Qatar Airways Experience
16/10/2019
Discover the world with Qatar Airways; Skytrax awarded as the world’s best airline for 2019, Qatar is the airline that can take you to the Middle East and beyond. The experience starts from the moment you step aboard the newly refurbished A350, boasting a next generation Economy class cabin and...
The fascination of Spain and Portugal
25/09/2019
Few places are as vibrant or charismatic as the countries of Spain and Portugal. Witness changing landscapes, experience fascinating cultures and revel in chaotic markets. Marvel at incredible art and architecture, feast on tantalising cuisine and be charmed by local hospitality. Spain is one of the most captivating countries in...
What not to do in Tokyo, and what to do instead!
30/08/2019
Don’t, pay ¥2,500 JPY (AUD$35) just to visit the New York Bar in the Park Hyatt. Instead, bring your unwind time a little earlier and get in before the sun goes down! The cover charge applies Monday through to Saturday from 8.00pm and Sunday from 7.00pm, so if you get...