Word of Mouth: Port Douglas, Australia

Two nearby World Heritage Sites and a watersport-driven coastline make this Aussie town an outdoor adventure launch pad

by Jocelyn Voo Often overshadowed by Cairns, a neighboring—somewhat hectic—tourist town, Port Douglas is a reprieve for those desiring the big outdoor adventure of Tropical North Queensland with the kick-back roots of a sleepy fisherman’s town. Not only is it adjacent to two World Heritage Sites, but there’s also plenty of adventure within city limits—no stinger suit required. While there are plenty of bars, restaurants …

Whimsy Travel: Adventure on a Budget

A new service that selects the cheapest and most in-season destinations

If returning to the same all-inclusive beach resort each year is your idea of the perfect holiday, then London-based travel startup Whimsy might not be for you. The newly minted web company prides itself on fostering exploration. The site utilizes an algorithm that combines cost savings with macro weather patterns—ensuring you don’t end up booking tickets to your dream destination only to find out later …

Spontaneous Global Travel with Booking Now

Booking.com's new iOS makes adventuring at the last minute very easy

At a rapidly increasing rate, travelers have begun booking hotel accommodation at the very last minute—with more than half of all travelers booking within a mere 48-hour window before a scheduled trip. That, coupled with the radical increase in the use of mobile bookings has led Booking.com to release a brand new iOS app: Booking Now. Booking.com happens to be the world’s largest and most …