Author spotlight

Shanny Matterson

Shanny Matterson wants to live in a world where plane tickets are cheap, visas never expire, hangovers don’t exist, and the next adventure is always just around the corner. Aussie freelance travel writer + wanderlust copywriter + travel photographer currently stranded on a tropical island in the South Pacific. Follow her adventures + work with her at rebelandroam.com
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Quiz: Which Fijian Island Should You Be Stranded On?
Ever dreamed of being stranded on a tropical island, surrounded by lush coconut trees, pristine reefs and breathtaking waterfalls?...
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10 signs that you’re a travel daredevil
Ever wondered if you’re a bit crazier than your average traveller? Do you find yourself being naturally pulled towards...
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The Great Barrier Reef: A Fish Phobic’s guide
Ichthyophobia: an irrational or persistent fear of small and seemingly harmless fish Yep, this is actually a thing. Turns...
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The Battle for Paradise: Bali vs Fiji
Can’t decide whether to spend your next holiday on the Island of the Gods or the Island of Smiles?...
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The Best Booze, Beats ‘n’ Eats on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is known for its thriving (if not predictable) nightlife. If you want nightclubs, pulsing music, and...
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The Best Hidden Beaches in Australia
Australia is famous the world over for its beautiful coastline, but beyond the likes of Bondi and Surfers there...
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6 Tiny Islands Worth a Visit
From the world’s largest raised coral atoll to the world’s only underwater post office; from the heart–shaped to the...
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Diving with Sharks in Fiji
I’m sitting on the reef floor, watching my expelled bubbles gently drift above me. 25m below the surface, a...
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6 Must-Visit Bookstores in Australia
If you’re an avid reader like myself, you may have wondered where all the good bookshops have gone. Just...