Author

Elle Hardy

Elle Hardy is a foreign correspondent and travel writer based in the United States, regularly contributing to the ABC, The Monthly, IB Times, and others. Originally from Sydney, she has spent much of the last couple of years reporting from almost every country in the former USSR. The single best and worst thing she has ever done is ridden on a roller coaster in North Korea.

Guides

7 of Mexico’s best ruins, and how you can see them

by Elle Hardy June 3, 2019

written by Elle Hardy

Features
Why you should channel your inner Grandma Gatewood and hike the Appalachian Trail

by Elle Hardy October 24, 2018

by Elle Hardy

The boots of female hiking pioneers such as Cheryl Strayed are large ones to fill — and increasing numbers of women are taking up the challenge.
Guides
5 of the USA’s best road trips (and why you should do them)

by Elle Hardy October 17, 2018

by Elle Hardy

We take a look five of the United States’ most iconic road trips, with a guide to everything you need for the journey of a lifetime.

Why Albania is the best travel destination you’ve never considered

by Elle Hardy February 5, 2018

written by Elle Hardy

Guides
Navigating your way around Mexico City

by Elle Hardy December 26, 2017

by Elle Hardy

Heading to Mexico City but stumped on where you should start? Right here.
Features
What to expect on a trip to Turkmenistan

by Elle Hardy October 3, 2017

by Elle Hardy

The gateway to the Silk Road is distinct from the other ‘Stans’ in culture, history and landscape. And for sheer craziness, there is nowhere else in the world quite like it.

Guides

How to watch live music like a local in New Orleans

by Elle Hardy June 20, 2017

written by Elle Hardy