Opinion
Adelaide
Adelaide no longer wants to be nicknamed ‘Radelaide’? Too bad
You get the name you’re given in Australia. And if you want to change it, whatever you do, don’t say so.
- by Ben Groundwater
This country’s national dish is fascinating … and challenging
It’s deeply cherished, and the source of much pride. Diss it at your peril (I learnt the hard way).
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Tips & advice
Are tourists ruining Japan? Cracks form in world’s most polite nation
I’m not sure if you’ve ever seen a sushi chef have an existential crisis in real time, but I have, and it’s not pretty.
- by Ben Groundwater
The world’s 10 coolest city neighbourhoods you should visit
First time visiting a city, you’re probably going to stay in the centre of town. But on your next visit, one of these up-and-coming places will give you a real feel for the place.
- by Ben Groundwater
From humble beginnings to Victoria’s most-loved regional hotel
Visitors to award-winning Lake House, now celebrating its 40th year, used to navigate there with a hand-drawn map mailed in the post.
- by Ben Groundwater
The Italian dish Australians love but get completely wrong
In Italy, there is no spaghetti bolognese. Instead, this dish is beloved by everyone from toddlers being tricked into eating vegetables to full-grown foodie adults.
- by Ben Groundwater
The greatest shows on Earth: 16 events worth crossing the globe for
Events-based tourism is booming. Here’s our line-up of shows and gatherings that are worth travelling for.
- by Ben Groundwater
Beyond the cliches and crowds: Europe’s 10 best underrated destinations
Once you’ve copped a sunburn in Florence and nursed a rosé hangover in Aix-en-Provence, where in Europe do you explore? Where do you discover the next Tuscany?
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Adventure holidays
The most fascinating traveller I have ever met
Meet Marco Brey, a traveller who goes to places few others dare to tread – but not for Instagram fame.
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Culture holidays
The surprising new reason young people are travelling
Culture in other countries has traditionally been art galleries and cathedrals, museums and restaurants. For young people there’s another attraction.
- by Ben Groundwater
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Singapore
Singapore hotel’s $170 million revamp adds 50 shades of grey
There’s a lot to recommend this new hotel, particularly for shopaholics or business travellers enjoying a quick Singapore stopover.
- by Ben Groundwater
They arrive earlier every year, but here’s where this Easter treat originated
The cross on the bun is supposed to help it rise in the oven – which seems appropriate.
- by Ben Groundwater
A dish so packed with flavour and texture, it’s a wonder it all fits in one bowl
This dish can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and it is absolutely, stupendously delicious.
- by Ben Groundwater
Seven hidden attractions at this hugely popular Tokyo shrine
From a seven-hectare forest to a majestic archway, Tokyo’s Meiji-Jingu shrine features hidden attractions worth lingering for.
- by Ben Groundwater
Ten great destinations that want more tourists (and five that don’t)
While some destinations embrace huge numbers of visitors to the point that it’s a problem, some of the greatest destinations are crying out for more.
- by Ben Groundwater
The incredible city home to three of Spain’s biggest icons
Jerez de la Frontera, with only 200,000 inhabitants, is home to three Spanish icons – flamenco, sherry, and the Carthusian breed of Andalusian horses.
- by Ben Groundwater
Hidden Europe: 25 experiences that go beyond the tourist trail
You know its world-famous wine regions and iconic cities. Now get to know a different side of the Continent, one of hidden archipelagos and uncrowded marvels.
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Tips & advice
Is this Australian street really ‘the world’s coolest’? Not for me
My dream street has good and diverse food; classy, creative boutiques; bars that are friendly and unpretentious. Some cities have them.
- by Ben Groundwater
There’s nothing on Earth like this surprising fish dish
This prized Basque dish celebrates the part of a fish that many would never think of eating.
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Tips & advice
Sorry influencers, here’s who really rules the modern travel scene
Gen Z and Millennials might be the smiling faces of the social media campaigns, but that’s not where the power lies in travel.
- by Ben Groundwater