Ten of the world’s best towns to revitalise yourself in
Want to feel fit and fantastic while travelling the world? Take a sightseeing break at these top wellness towns, and pep up your body and soul.
- by Brian Johnston
Be warned: This type of cruising is not for kids (with a few exceptions)
Taking kids on a river cruise is perhaps a mistake, but there are some exceptions.
- by Brian Johnston
Ten body language mistakes you need to avoid overseas
Smiling doesn’t always mean someone’s happy, using your left hand can be offensive and so can pointing your foot in the wrong direction.
- by Brian Johnston
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Airport reviews
Greece’s main airport is cramped, overcrowded and devoid of any graces
Considering Athens airport processes 25 million passengers annually, it’s efficient enough. Just don’t linger if you don’t have to.
- by Brian Johnston
You’ve never seen a fruit shop quite like this one
Hushed reverence, fruit displayed like jewellery and white-gloved salesmen: you can bust your budget on fruit at specialist Japanese fruit stores.
- by Brian Johnston
Ten of the world’s quirkiest public transport options
Never mind the boring old bus. Ramp up your excitement levels on these eccentric modes of public transport for a more unpredictable transit experience.
- by Brian Johnston
Seven secrets of the Mediterranean’s best-preserved ancient site
Ephesus, a Greco-Roman trading city, gives you a fine impression of daily life in classical times.
- by Brian Johnston
Cruising around Greece is booming like never before
Greece is a scintillatingly beautiful destination with a coast and islands made for cruising. It’s no wonder more than 1000 ships are heading there this year.
- by Brian Johnston
Change your flight by one day and you could save a fortune
If you’re looking to save dollars and are flexible with time, it really does pay to fly on certain days of the week.
- by Brian Johnston
The world’s 17 greatest views (and five famous ones you can skip)
You can get great views from many different perspectives: street and water level, atop mountains, monuments and skyscrapers, or from ships and planes.
- by Brian Johnston
Cruise line’s ultra-luxury yacht arrives in Australia for the first time
The luxury ship, which will sail around Australia, the Pacific and even to Antarctica, features two helicopters and a high-tech submersible.
- by Julietta Jameson and Brian Johnston
Seven surprises within China’s Forbidden City
The political and ritual heart of imperial China for more than 500 years is a masterwork of monumental architecture and detailed delights.
- by Brian Johnston
If you want to visit the undiscovered parts of Japan, try taking a ship
​​Japan is an under-explored cruise destination, but expedition companies are getting away from city crowds and expanding their horizons.
- by Brian Johnston
The world’s most notorious sea route is surprisingly scenic
What traveller doesn’t dream of sailing the infamous Strait of Magellan across the southernmost wilds of South America?
- by Brian Johnston
Don’t get caught out by these hidden charges at US hotels
Beware when booking hotel rooms in America. You might be charged a hefty surprise fee on checkout in one of the industry’s most outrageous tricks.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Top 10s
Stop whingeing: The 10 most complained about things in travel
The naysayers have plenty to naysay about the awfulness of certain aspects of travel, but it’s time to stop whingeing and put things in perspective.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Tips & advice
I don’t recommend cracking your ribs while overseas, but it did me good
You never think this will be you, but of course it will be, some day.
- by Brian Johnston
Ten surprising places behind words you use every day
The names of many geographical places have become ordinary words that refer to everyday objects or activities. Here are some you have every reason to visit.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Tips & advice
Here’s why I hate using Google Maps when I’m travelling
I ignore hectoring instructions and commanding blue lines and choose my own route based not on efficiency, but pleasure.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Adventure holidays
Is this just a fiery thrill or another disaster waiting to happen?
We take a gamble with volcano tourism. The obvious lava and ash aren’t the only dangers.
- by Brian Johnston