Join the first-ever yoga festival in the Islands of Tahiti. Photo / Grégoire Le Bacon
Join the first-ever yoga festival in the Islands of Tahiti. Photo / Grégoire Le Bacon
Summer days are dwindling down, but there’s still so much to do. Here are five things to do before it ends.
Pickleball returns to the rooftop at Hilton Melbourne
Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street is bringing back its popular rooftop pickleball court for an extended summer season, available until February28.
In partnership with Game4Padel and Head, the court offers stunning city skyline views and an exclusive courtside Chateau La Gordonne rooftop lounge with cocktails and snacks.
From January 10 to February 9, guests can also enjoy nightly Sip and Serve sessions from 4–9pm, complete with music and coaching with a Game4Padel coach on Wednesday evenings.
Invite your friends and play pickleball at Hilton Melbourne. Photo / Getty Images
England’s iconic Cotswold Way
Walkers’ Britain has partnered with the Cotswold Way Association to offer an enhanced hiking experience along England’s iconic 102-mile (164km) Cotswold Way.
As part of this collaboration, hikers who complete the 12-day trail, will receive an official Certificate of Achievement and a Cotswold Way Walkers’ Passport to commemorate their journey.
To celebrate the partnership, Walkers’ Britain is launching tailored experiences for every kind of traveller.
Firstly, there’s The Cotswold Way, the original and complete trail. For those looking for a unique hike, the Taste of the Cotswolds on Foot offers a relaxed six-day journey filled with handpicked stays, regional flavours, and immersive cultural experiences, and for those short on time, Exploring the Cotswolds is a five-day escape through storybook villages, medieval ruins and countryside.
Departures run from March to October (and year-round for Taste of the Cotswolds) walkersbritain.co.uk.
A view of the quaint village of Broadway along the Cotswold Way, the Cotswolds, England. Photo / Getty Images
Find your zen in Tahiti
Imagine practicing yoga with the sound of waves in the background, warm island breezes on your skin, and lush Polynesian landscapes surrounding you. The Tahiti Yoga Festival offers just that between October 3-6, 2025, at Le Tahiti by Pearl Resort.
The Tahiti Yoga Festival brings together global wellness seekers for a soul-nourishing experience, blending yoga, meditation and Polynesian culture.
October’s shoulder season means fewer crowds in Tahiti, making it the perfect time to reconnect with nature, slow down, and embrace the islands’ sacred Mana energy.
Beyond the festival, see beautiful waterfalls, hike volcanic peaks, surf legendary waves, or snorkel in Moorea’s crystal-clear lagoons. Learn more at tahitiyogafestival.com and tahititourisme.nz.
Relax while having the beautiful island of Tahiti in the background. Photo / Myles McGuinness
Volcanoes, chocolate, and waterfalls in Hawaii
Hawaii Forest and Trail’s newest tour offers a full-day adventure across Hawaii Island’s (the Big Island) east side, blending nature, culture, and local flavours.
The volcano, chocolate, and waterfalls adventure tour takes guests through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where expert guides share the island’s volcanic history and ever-changing landscape.
The tour continues with a visit to a 1610ha cacao farm, where guests can see first-hand how cacao is grown and transformed into Hawaiian chocolate.
Big Island, Hawaii. Photo / Ian Stauffer on Unsplash
Reconnect and recharge in Fiji
Step into paradise at Nanuku Resort Fiji for the Vibrant Life Retreat, an exclusive five-day experience designed to nourish the body, mind, and soul on March 4-9, 2025.
Hosted by renowned chef Amanda Haas and mindfulness coach Hailey Lott, this retreat blends gourmet cuisine, personal growth, and cultural immersion in one breathtaking destination.
Guests will enjoy cooking workshops, guided meditation, and wellness sessions, all while indulging in luxurious beachfront accommodations.
