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Emily Murphy

Email & Social Editor

Emily Murphy is International Traveller's Email & Social Editor, and in her 4+ years at the company she has been instrumental in shaping its social media and email presence, and crafting compelling narratives that inspire others to explore the world. Her previous role was a journalist at Prime Creative Media and before that she was freelancing in publishing, content creation and digital marketing. When she's not creating scroll-stopping travel content, Em is a devoted 'bun mum' and enjoys spending her spare time by the sea, reading, binge-watching a good TV show and exploring under-the-radar destinations. Next on her travel wish list? Mexico and an African safari.
Inside Cathay Pacific’s new business-class suitesRead
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Inside Cathay Pacific’s new business-class suites

Travel writer Emily Murphy at Nihondaira Yume Terrace in Shimizu, Shizuoka, Japan
Japan

I just got back from Japan and this is the one thing I’m never travelling without again

I was one sweaty regret away from spending $40 on a fan at a street stall. Here's why I’m never making that mistake again.

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Runners in the Marathon du Médoc in Bordeaux, France
France

This French marathon has tasting stops at 23 wineries

Forget PBs, this race through Bordeaux’s vineyards comes with 23 wine stops, gourmet food and zero pressure to finish fast.

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Solo female on a hike in the Chubu-Sangaku National Park, Japan
Japan

The town in Japan that has no cars, just hikers

Kamikochi is a rare find – a car-free valley where autumn leaves blaze, rivers run clear and the only way to explore is on foot.

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People queuing to reach Mount Everest Summit/Top of the World / Highest Mountain in the Himalayas Nepal
Asia

Climbing Everest just got harder – and not because of the altitude

Nepal's new rules could mark the end of Everest tourism as we know it.

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St. Peter's Basilica at sunset from Via della Conciliazione. Vatican City State. Rome, Italy.
Rome

How the Pope’s death will affect your trip to Rome

With the world’s eyes on Rome, here’s what visitors can expect during the papal funeral, the conclave, and a once-in-a-generation Holy Year.

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Cathay Pacific Aria Suite wide shot
Hong Kong

Inside Cathay Pacific’s new business-class suites

It’s first-class luxury in business.

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Qantas A350 First Class suites
World

Everything we know about Qantas’ Project Sunrise (so far)

The aircraft will begin flying from 2027.

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Four Seasons private jet
World

Four Seasons launches exclusive ‘The White Lotus’ private jet itinerary

The luxurious World of Wellness itinerary has an eye-watering price tag.

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Palm tree silhouetted in glow of the Palisades fire in Los Angeles, California. View from Koreatown
Los Angeles

LA Wildfires: Should you cancel your Los Angeles holiday?

LA wildfires continue to burn and many travellers are asking if it is safe to travel right now. International Traveller reached out to the experts to help you decide.

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