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bushtelegraph Don't drink and dream A drink before bed may seem the perfect way to catch some Zs, especially when you're jet-lagged. But new research from the London Sleep Centre reveals that alcohol, while it may make it easier to fall asleep, often disrupts our sleep cycle, affecting sleep quality. The deep sleep induced by alcohol means the time you'd normally spend in the most satisfying stage, REM sleep (the part in which you dream), is reduced or skipped altogether. If your nightly drink's a must, wait about two hours before you hit the sack. Topping the tourism charts Safety, scenery, food and friendliness set Australia apart when it comes to tourism destinations for Indian travellers. In a new survey of leisure travellers from the Subcontinent, these factors secured Australia's top spot among 11 countries, with Indian holiday-makers rating Australia's beaches, wildlife, island experiences, rainforests and Great Barrier Reef as the country's top attractions, and Sydney, the Gold Coast, Cairns, Melbourne and Kangaroo Island its most appealing regions. five tips for a better night's sleep 1. Maintain a set bedtime and avoid napping during the day. 2. Turn off your TV and computer in the lead-up to bedtime. 3. Keep your bedroom cool. 4.Avoid having a big evening meal. 5. Meditate or do deep-breathing exercises before bed. kangaroo island food Safari Kangaroo Island, just off the tip of the Fleurieu Peninsula south of Adelaide, is known for its unspoilt natural beauty. Local producers are fiercely protective of the clean, green character of the island and have created an extensive network of sustainable, often organic and always quality businesses and farms producing everything from cheeses and honey to some of the finest seafood available in Australia. It's no surprise, then, that well-known foodies Maggie Beer, Simon Bryant and Damien Pignolet are off on safari to cook, sample and explore produce across the island. If you fancy a hands-on paddock and vineyard adventure you can join them. The safari is run by the luxury Southern Ocean Lodge and packages are available. www.southernoceanlodge.com.au/foodsafari.asp XV