Culture holidays
Best short-haul holiday destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Vietnam’s frenetic and underrated financial centre offers a rich history and one of the most exciting – and bargainous – food scenes in South-East Asia.
- by Katherine Scott
Best short-haul holiday destinations: Singapore
Still consider this city a place in which to merely pause on the way to somewhere else (or somewhere more interesting)? It’s time to catch up.
- by Anthony Dennis
Best short-haul holiday destinations: Port Vila, Vanuatu
Tiny Port Vila, with a population just over 61,000, has come of age. The capital of Vanuatu is home to chic restaurants, bars and gourmet produce outlets.
- by Craig Tansley
Return to this showpiece city, next to a world wonder, before everyone else does
After you’ve explored the ancient temples of Angkor, a freshly polished Siem Reap turns on the charm and surprises. It won’t stay under the radar for long.
- by Julie Miller
Opinion
Bali
The Bali town every Australian knows, but few ever actually visit
No one would ever mistake Bali’s capital for a pretty town, but it offers its own unexpected charms.
- by Michael Veitch
The hidden side of the mountains that cut through Australia’s heart
Look beyond the familiar to find some secrets of the MacDonnell Ranges.
- by Andrew Bain
The seven artworks worth crossing the globe to see, as named by artists
Some of these works sit at the top of wish lists; others are already stored in the memory banks after making a profound impact.
- by Katrina Lobley
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
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
The cheap way to holiday in Italy is charming and unpretentious
As far as accommodation options go, Italian farm stays are brimming with charm and regional character.
- by Chrissie McClatchie