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WATERFALLS, a lake around an ancient exploding volcano and the rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands provide a nice break from sweltering Cairns, writes David May.

BREATHING in a soothing murmur that would hypnotise a snake is an important part of a relaxing weekend in Port Macquarie that includes meditation.

AUTUMN is a beautiful time to visit Mt Barney in southern Queensland, writes Alison Cotes on a relaxing break.

GOLD rush towns, mining heritage and historic public buildings intrigue Neil Dowling on a road trip from Perth to Kalgoorlie.

A CELIBATE Bengal tiger, monk-like capuchin monkeys and a pub ghost greet Alison Cotes on a country break in Queensland.

THE people in the know reveal their insider tips on the best beaches, places to stay, eat and experiences Down Under.

MEDICAL science and growing vines mix, Marina Thomas discovers, in a part of West Australia offering plenty of rural treats.

A SEX-changing parrot fish, pouting clams and humpback whale are some of the encounters for Briar Jensen during a Great Barrier Reef trip.

GREAT views, Aussie wildlife and tales of early settlers make for a special road trip for Sarah Nicholson.

MIDNIGHT is Sally Padey's favourite time. She sits on the back veranda at her house in the centre of Mogo Zoo and hears the lions start to roar.

FROM your own private island in Queensland to a remote hut in the Solomon Islands, we look at the most enticing beach shacks.

THIS week three competing companies give us their best deals for beach holidays.

MIAMI is known as the Magic City, where imagination an innovation come to life in the form of art, architecture and festivals.

THIS quiet coastal retreat has a laid-back attitude with good food and glamorous beaches, writes Alison Cotes

MIAMI melds arts and culture with easy access to the Everglades and the Keys

Each week we invite three competing companies to give us their best deals for a particular holiday. The result is great offers for our readers.

BY air, land or sea, the summer months are an invitation to some sizzling fun, writes Baz Mcalister.

When Layne Beachley and Kirk Pengilly need to escape from the rat race they go to the exotic Maldives.

A FAMILY holiday on Hamilton Island is full of adventure sports - despite the sun also taking a break.

Jasmin Lill looks at the perks and quirks of butler service as she hangs out in her treehouse villa on the Philippines island of Boracay.