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Five things I learned about the world recently – 18 June 2025

I’m planning for this to become a regular feature on the site. Every time I learn five new things about the world that I find strangely interesting, I’m going to write them down and share them. This week, I have discovered that… Europe’s longest train…

Cook Islands, disease, Europe, Fiji, Five things, Germany, trains

Why it’s worth paying to visit Malamala Beach Club from Port Denarau

When you’re staying on Viti Levu - whether in Nadi, Denarau or the Coral Coast - it’s tempting to stick to mainland beaches. But heading out to Malamala Beach Club offers something entirely different: a private-island beach experience, a resort-style infinity pool, and clear offshore…

beaches, Fiji, Pacific Islands, tours

Orchid at the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Fiji.

The strange origin of the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Fiji

The Garden of the Sleeping Giant on Viti Levu is one of the most popular tourist attractions. But the history of Raymond Burr's orchid collection comes as a surprise. Under the Sleeping Giant Mountain Sat under the looming Sleeping Giant Mountain, the Garden of the…

Fiji, gardens, Pacific Islands