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Vanessa Walker

Sydney-based Vanessa Walker is the former travel editor at Australian House & Garden magazine and a keen purveyor of destinations and cultural experiences. A specialist writer on architecture and design, with a passion for grazing on street food, she likes to combine her loves into eating in fantastic locations around the world, preferably with great views onto streetscapes or natural features. 

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A guide to easy, healthy camping food

The best camping foods are lightweight, easy to prepare, and nutritious (not to mention delicious). These food ideas cover all the bases.

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Why a holiday is an ideal time for a digital detox

Learn why being on holiday is the best time to detox from screens and social media. We look at the benefits of putting those devices down.

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How to easily incorporate hiking into your holiday

Learn how to blend fitness with seeing more of your travel destination

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