Reflections from the road series Some journeys give us joy. Others give us clarity, courage, or a reckoning we didn’t know we needed. Travel has a way of placing us in unfamiliar spaces where the noise falls away and the truth has room to surface. In this series, we share deeply personal stories of time spent on the road that shaped, challenged, or changed the way someone moved forward in their life. These are not light lessons, but honest ones — reflections from the road tha

Embark on an exceptionally rare journey through two of the Himalaya’s most restricted and culturally complex regions By Nicky Schulze, WeExplored Some journeys take you to remarkable places. Others change the way you see the world. In 2028, travellers will have the rare opportunity to venture deep into two of the Himalayas' most remote and culturally protected regions on The Last High Kingdoms — an extraordinary founder-hosted adventure led by Crooked Compass founder Lisa Pag

Written by Travel Expert, Nicky Schulze Think cruising isn't for you? Before you dismiss the idea, we're setting the record straight by busting five of the biggest cruise myths and revealing why a cruise might JUST be the perfect holiday. When planning your next getaway, a cruise might not be the first holiday style that comes to mind. Yet cruising continues to be one of the fastest-growing sectors of the travel industry, attracting travellers of all ages with its unique blen

In italian ‘il dolce far niente’ translates to ‘the sweetness of doing nothing’ — mindfully choosing to slow down and savour the moment. Article by Marie Sulda, WeExplored Sometimes the greatest journey isn't to a new destination, but back to yourself. As a busy mid-life woman and founder of a travel company, these are the five wellness retreats I recommend most often — and the ones my clients consistently rave about. When your forties and fifties arrive, it doesn't matter wh

“Don’t come to the camino looking for answers. instead, come with an open heart and you may be surprised by what you find.” - jane v. blanchard By Rebecca Paul, WeExplored and Fleurieu Counselling Some walks you take for your body. The Camino…you take for your soul. As a therapist, I can honestly say, so many of the answers we are searching for already live within us. But life isn’t exactly set up for us to hear them. The noise. The pace. The constant doing. The “I’ll get to

By Founder of WeExplored, Marie Sulda Japan’s magnetism, no matter your age, lies in its ability to be both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly futuristic. By Marie Sulda, WeExplored Japan had long been on our family’s wish list — one of those destinations that feels almost mythological before you get there, and somehow exceeds the myth once you arrive. We travelled as two families, teenagers in tow, through Tokyo, Kamakura, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka. Hot tip: Travelling

Nikki Parkinson, former journalist, turned blogger and content creator at ‘Styling you’, helps women find confidence in midlife. Here, she shares her top packing tips. By Nikki Parkinson, Styling You I’m not one who travels with carry-on only for anything longer than a weekend because I love the theatre of creating outfits for Holiday Me. What I set out to achieve every time I travel is to curate a considered travel wardrobe. I know this isn’t for everyone but regardless of h

“Cruising inspires a sense of wonder, where each horizon invites possibility — and the right cabin becomes your sanctuary to rest, dream and take it all in.” By Nicky Schulze, WeExplored Travel Agent If you’ve never cruised before, choosing the right cabin can feel a little overwhelming. From ship size to cabin category, every decision helps shape your experience. The good news? A little forethought goes a long way in ensuring your first cruise feels exactly as you imagined —

At WeExplored, travel isn’t just what we sell — it’s what we love. Each month, we’ll turn the spotlight on our team as they answer the Question of the Month. JO GASKIN I’ve been lucky enough to visit Austria three times, and it’s still one of my favourite places in the world. There’s just something about it that keeps pulling me back. The scenery is unforgettable, from the snow-capped Alps to the peaceful stretches of the Danube River. It’s the kind of place where every view

The hidden costs of booking online that nobody tells you about — until it's too late By Marie Sulda, Founder of WeExplored You've done everything right. You spent an evening comparing flights across three different websites, found what looked like the best deal, cross-referenced the accommodation on a booking platform, and paid in full. Holiday sorted. Then the problems start. The flight that wasn't what it seemed The itinerary looked perfect online. But what the booking plat

By Heritage Expeditions Step into a wild, remote world where penguins rule, sea lions roam and nature unfolds in breathtaking abundance ON an unforgettable expedition to the raw, untamed edges of the Southern Ocean. Snares Crested Penguins surround us, hundreds of the dapper, dinner jacket-attired birds with rockstar golden brows fill the water around our Zodiacs, while hundreds more navigate the ‘Penguin Slide’ a towering, near-vertical ancient granite cliff face. The birds

Some journeys give us joy. Others give us clarity or courage. Travel has a way of placing us in unfamiliar spaces where the noise falls away and the truth has room to surface. Just say YES! - by Deanna Westland At 18, I boarded a plane to Vietnam alone. No grand plan. No life strategy. Just a backpack and a slightly overconfident sense of independence. I didn’t realise it at the time, but that flight quietly changed the direction of my life. What started as curiosity quickly

“Africa awakens something primal in YOU — where lions roam the golden savannah, elephants move silently across ancient plains, and every SUNRISE Feels like the beginning of a great adventure". By Nicky Schulze WeExplored Africa has a way of stirring the soul long before you ever set foot on its soil. A continent of extraordinary scale and diversity, it is a place where ancient cultures endure, wildlife roams freely across epic landscapes, and every journey feels like a story

“Some places ask you to slow down. In British Columbia, the mountains invite you to fly — carving through powder so light it feels like winter itself is lifting you.” By Jo Gaskin I was lucky enough to sneak away for a quick trip to Canada in early February, and it turned out to be such an amazing experience. If you’re dreaming of a ski holiday that feels more relaxed, authentic, and genuinely fun, Kimberley and Fernie in British Columbia should definitely be on your list. Th

Some journeys give us joy. Others give us clarity, courage. Travel has a way of placing us in unfamiliar spaces where the noise falls away and the truth has room to surface. By Jake Leske, Driven By Adventure I grew up in country South Australia, spending most of my time outdoors hunting, fishing, and exploring the conservation park that backed onto our family farm. I was always curious, always poking around to see what was over the next rise or down the next track. Being out

“Skiing isn’t about chasing crowds or conquering mountains — it’s about finding rhythm, space, and the simple joy of moving through snow.” Pulling this summer-loving girl away to the snow for the first time took some convincing — I’ll be honest. Why would I choose to get cold in the middle of summer? But Japan has a way of changing minds. Fast forward a few years and I’ve now travelled to Japan every winter season since, and it’s delivered some of our best-ever family holida

“Egypt is where history stops being a story and starts becoming an experience.” By Nicky Schulze More than two decades in the making, Cairo’s much-anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) finally opened its doors on 1 November 2025. Sitting at the edge of the Giza Plateau, just a stone’s throw from the iconic Pyramids, GEM is more than a museum — it’s a once-in-a-generation cultural landmark, redefining how the world experiences Egypt’s ancient past. Home to more than 100,000

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