Fort Scratchley is an old Victorian house, but also a military and maritime museum. Take advantage of the organised tours, and check out the tunnel system to learn more about Newcastle's past at this historical site. It is open at weekends and public holidays.

Experience Lisbon's rich culture and see landmarks like the Sé Cathedral and Commerce Square on an entertaining and informative guided walking tour. Stroll the historic cobbled lanes and steep inclines of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood, Alfama, then head to the elegant Chiado district with its art deco style. Plus, learn about Fado–a music genre that can be traced to the 1820s in Lisbon–and stop by the city's best cafes and boutiques with your expert local guide.

Go fishing in one of Queensland’s most pristine fishing areas, with over 40km of the Noosa River. Admire the rare native bird life and you’ll even get to pull up a few crab pots. Enjoy a lunch of legendary Queensland Mud or Blue Swimmer Crab, freshly caught and cooked on board.

Partially inspired by the St Paul’s Cathedral in London, this one maintains a colonial style of architecture. Saint Mark Cathedral is located on the busy Mahatma Gandhi Road, boasting a magnificent dome, Roman arches and the best-maintained church bells in the city.