Jetting off to Chiva Som, the renowned health retreat in Hua Hin, Thailand, is exhilarating enough. But embarking on this rejuvenating journey with a dear friend elevates the experience into another stratosphere. And, so it was when my dear friend Cathy and I buckled up our seats, ready for five days of supercharging our health...

From board games to travel accessories, these Father’s Day travel gift ideas are sure to make Dad’s journeys even more enjoyable. 1. Ticket to Ride Europe Board Game, $79, by EB Games  Don’t have the budget to treat dad to a trip to Edinburgh, Lisbon or Moscow? This boardgame may be the next best thing....

Although easily accessible (less than a three-hour flight from all other Australian capital cities. Except Hobart), Adelaide has remained a relatively under-the-radar option for travellers looking for a relaxed interstate staycation. Particularly, for those seeking the kind of food, festivals and famous beaches that its East Coast counterparts – Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast...

In this extract from Lonely Planet’s Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth, author Anita Isalsk shares the fascinating truths about catacombs and ossuaries across the world. From Roman-era mass tombs to the ‘bone art’ of ossuary artisans, these places have a meaning that transcends their function as mere skeleton depositories. The first official catacomb was the system...