In the archives section you will find a selection of articles from previous issues of our magazine.

Summer 2007/2008

Chinese banquet
With three friends at her side, Margaret Smith took her first bite of China and tasted the spice and texture of this historic and exciting country. Read the full story ...

A musical odyssey
A gang of greying Richard Wagner groupies followed in the footsteps of the 19th century composer, stopping in European cities that sing with style, culture and history. Jan Bowen reports
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Spring 2007

'Coo-ee – come on over'
Next year is the 93rd anniversary of the Anzac military landing at Gallipoli. Australian travellers will head for the infamous beach and further on to the Western Front Read the full story ...

Poets’ corner
The inspirational, beautiful Lake District of England has produced some of England's finest artists and poets. Bev Malzard takes a literary look at three of the district's finest. Read the full story ...

Winter 2007

A year of living culturally
Inspired by a story in Get Up & Go magazine, Cas and Jenny Aarts took the plunge to do something totally different in their retirement. Read the full story ...

Rites of passage
For most people, the word 'cruise' conjures images of palm-fringed anchorages and quaint tropical ports of call. Deanna Swaney reports that one of the world's most popular cruising routes plies through a coconut-free zone.. Read the full story ...

Autumn 2007

India for beginners
India can humble, awe, amaze and intimidate visitors – all on the same day. Many travellers are itching to pack their bags for the mighty sub-continent but have a few ‘India virgins’ have apprehensions. Experienced travel writers give personal advice on visiting India for Get Up & Go readers. Read the full story ...

Climb every mountain
Margaret Smith, winner of the Get Up & Go Magazine Award for Australia’s most adventurous traveller is building on her reputation. Recently she climbed mountains, crossed rivers and walked through valleys in an intrepid area of New Zealand. Here she tells that it’s ‘business as usual’. Read the full story ...

Spring 2006

Meet Australia’s most adventurous seniors
Winner of the 2006 Get Up & Go Magazine Award for Australia’s most adventurous traveller, Margaret Smith, is proof that you don’t need to search for the fountain of youth if you’re living it. Read the full story ...

Winter 2006

Finding bargains online
We now book more travel on the internet than ever – but are we paying too much for convenience? LOUISE GOLDSBURY reveals where to find the bargains online. Read the full story ...

My island life
Thirty years ago, Hilary Roots swapped her suit for a sarong and her native English for French and hasn’t looked back. BOBBI MAHLAB reports. Read the full story ..

Autumn 2006

On your bike, off your rocker!
The Ulysses Club of motorcycle lovers are more interested in fundraising than hellraising, writes PHILIP COGGAN. Read the full story ...

Great walks of the world
Keen walker ROGER ALLNUTT shares his favourite trekking trails in Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the United States. Read the full story ...

Summer 2005/2006

On Safari with Ken Duncan
PATRICK BRAKSPEAR recalls the highlights of going on safari with Ken Duncan, one of Australia’s most renowned landscape photographers. Read the full story ...

My first solo adventure
Want to travel but afraid of going alone? Don't be! NONI GOVE explains how she made the leap to see the world on her own. Read the full story ...

Spring 2005

Get up & Go 2005 Award winners
NONI GOVE is the winner of the 2005 Get Up & Go Award for Australia's most adventurous senior. Read the full story ...

Audrey's awesome Alaskan adventure
AUDREY MINTER explored Alaska by boat, kayak and helicopter – but first she had to get fit for hiking, camping and paddling with whales. Read the full story ...

Winter 2005

No Single Supplement
Get Up & Go has searched high and low to track down the tour and travel companies in Australia that do not impose the dreaded single supplement. Never pay extra again! Read the full story ...

Teaching English overseas
Teaching English overseas is a great way to live like a local in a different country. Marie Jenkins and Pip Holloway share their experiences.Read the full story ...

Autumn 2005

Gypsy Rover
Wyn Woods achieved a dream when she spent eight months riding around Australia on a scooter called Gypsy. "You're not really going around Australia on that, are you?" asked the man at the petrol station in Apollo Bay. Read the full story ...

Irish Ayes
An insider's guide to driving around Ireland in 12 days, by Irish-Australian taxi driver Sean Brehon. Ask anybody about any tourist spot in Ireland and you will get the answer, "Aye, you have to see that. Read more ...

Summer 2004

Cruising Europe's Waterways
The canals and rivers that thread through Europe offer a different and relaxing way to see the continent - choose a cruise, a self-skippered barge or charter a private boat and crew. Cruising along the waterways of Europe is like floating back and forth in time. Read more ...

A Grand Mission
Joan Gates and her husband Arthur have taken all their grandchildren backpacking in Asia in a bid to teach them about other cultures and how to travel safely. Children, travel and education are major interests of mine and I hatched a plan to combine all three. Read more ...

Winter 2004

Antarctic Adventure:
Fancy frolicking with seals, penguins or killer whales? Kayaking among the icefloes? Perhaps climbing a frozen peak at midnight? Elaine Prior explores the coldest continent on earth.
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Seizing the day:
After cheating death, Janet Eriksen embarked on a journey aboard a cargo vessel that's won her the Get Up & Go Award for Australia's most adventurous senior. Read more ...

Autumn 2004

Game for Adventure:
Got the urge to break out of your rut and see Australia on the cheap? Be inspired by a solo traveller who thought it was about time she gave backpacking a go. Read more ...

The Unspoilt Kimberley:
The Kimberley is one of the world's unspoilt wilderness areas, featuring rocky ranges, gorges and vast desert areas, as well as rivers, waterfalls and beaches. It's one of the least populated places on the planet, and often described as 'the last frontier'. Read more ...

Spring 2003

The Beauty of Western Canada:
They say after one trip to Western Canada you'll be hooked for life. The stunning coastal and mountain scenery combined with the relaxed Canadian lifestyle make it a popular destination for Australians. Read more ...

Outback Bound:
Mature travellers are lending a helping hand to Australia's farming families and in return receive free board, country hospitality and a taste of the outback. We meet two people who have tapped into a network of host families across the country. Read more ...

WWOOF to it:
'Discover the real Australia' is now Colin Statham's motto since retiring 12 years ago. "The letters "WWOOF" are the initials of Willing Workers On Organic Farms, but not every WWOOFing experience takes place on farms. Read more ...