Your easy, breezy holiday guide to the Cook Islands

  The Cook Islands is a beautiful South Pacific country, with perfect beaches, welcoming locals, and delicious food. It’s an ideal spot to visit for a holiday, whether on your own, or with friends and family. Here is our guide to the Cook Islands – all the information you need... Read Article

Discover Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island has been described as the “most photogenic place in the world, with a picture around every corner”.  For many, this is a gross understatement of the beauty of this island, which measures just eight kilometres long by five kilometres wide.  Hoot Holidays’ Holiday Champion, shares his thoughts on... Read Article

What makes a family holiday in Vanuatu so special?

If you're looking for a family friendly holiday on a unique tropical island, then look no further than Vanuatu. This is the ultimate family spot for when you and the kids aren't interested in waiting in long lines at amusement parks and are instead after some serious adventure. This Pacific island... Read Article

7 tips for planning the perfect destination wedding from Australia

Getting married in paradise is every bride and groom's dream, but planning a wedding from another country is many a couple's nightmare.  To help you make sure you get hitched without a hitch, we have put together our top tips for planning a destination wedding from Australia.  1. Choose a... Read Article

Family holidays on a budget in Thailand

  There are a lot of reasons to visit Southeast Asian nations like Thailand, but few are as compelling as the affordability, at least compared to Australia. Thailand is an immensely budget-friendly country, allowing families to have a wonderful experience without breaking the bank. That said, travelling in a family group... Read Article

3 great family-friendly hiking spots in Fiji

Fiji is home to some spectacular vistas, from serene beaches and lagoons to lush tropical rainforests and dramatic mountains. Getting out and exploring the great outdoors with your family is a great way to spend a vacation, especially when you're in a landscape and climate as inviting as Fiji. While relaxing... Read Article

4 experiences in the Cook Islands you can’t miss

  There are many words you could use to describe the Cook Islands – remote, wild, traditional, unspoilt – but the one that will stick in your mind is ‘beautiful’. If there was ever a place that deserved the label of paradise, this little island nation is it. The beaches... Read Article

3 reasons to go on a cruise in New Zealand

New Zealand tops many holiday wish lists, but what a lot of people don't know is that  some of the country is better seen from the sea rather than land. New Zealand is a fantastic cruise destination, with some of the best stops in the South Pacific.  Here are our... Read Article

5 things to do in Phuket with teenagers

  Your teens will find it impossible to be moody in sunny Phuket. As well as being a place of incredible natural beauty, Phuket is a great spot for teenagers. There are activities available that are exciting enough to keep budding adventurers busy for weeks. Check out some of these... Read Article

3 adventurous kids’ activities in Fiji

  Fiji is like one giant playground. There is an endless number of things for kids to do both on dry land and in the sparkling blue water around the islands. Of course, children who are budding adventurers might crave a little more excitement than just building sand castles, though. To... Read Article