Tim Richards
Travel writer
Tim Richards fell into travel writing after living and teaching in Egypt and Poland. He’s a light packing obsessive, and is especially drawn to the former communist countries of Central and Eastern Europe.
This could be the glorious future of travel in the US
Amtrak’s routes take in a marvellous array of scenery across the nation. Here are some tips to make the most of your trip on a long-distance Amtrak train.
- by Tim Richards
This simple dish is one of Croatia’s national treasures
A food walking tour in Zagreb reveals a dish so venerated that it’s a hallowed entry in the Register of Cultural Property of the Republic of Croatia.
- by Tim Richards
This heritage sleeper train will take you from Melbourne to wine time
It makes sense to have a designated driver while you’re exploring wineries, but on this journey we have a designated train driver.
- by Tim Richards
How to do Melbourne’s beaches by tram
The city’s famous trams take you to the city’s coolest inner-city cafes, restaurants and bars – but also, surprisingly, to beaches.
- by Tim Richards
Opinion
Tips & advice
Sleeper trains are making a comeback. Why are ours being axed?
Sleeper trains are enjoying a resurgence in Europe, but the sleeper service between Sydney and Melbourne is set to be scrapped.
- by Tim Richards
As bad as the Titanic: The cruise ship disaster the world forgot
A great ocean liner sank in just 14 minutes, costing a thousand lives – so why does no one remember it?
- by Tim Richards
Six of Southern Europe’s most charming hotels
This selection of upmarket hotels in the south of Europe guarantees luxurious comforts, good food, and easy access to popular sights.
- by Tim Richards
The European country that disappeared in the ’90s still lingers here
In a classic car, after tasting a curious soft drink, Belgrade’s other relics – along with those of the former Yugoslavia – are uncovered on a driving tour across the city.
- by Tim Richards
Australia’s third great train journey is an epic cruise on wheels
The Great Southern from Adelaide to Brisbane leaves passengers wanting more.
- by Tim Richards
How I ended up giving out love life advice to strangers in Italy
Visitors to the city of Shakespeare’s doomed lovers can answer letters from the lovelorn.
- by Tim Richards