Reviews & advice
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
- by Brian Johnston
★★★★
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
★★★½
Airline reviews
Airline review: 16-hour Qantas economy long haul leaves a bad taste
Top marks Qantas for a fast and convenient flight, but economy passengers deserve more than this.
- by Ellen Connolly
Opinion
Tripologist
The great one-way rip-off: Why booking a return flight is often cheaper
Budget airlines have changed the game when it comes to booking single flights, but full-service airlines still charge more for them.
- by Michael Gebicki
★★★★½
Ocean cruises
Cruise ship review: A new owner saved this luxury ship from ruin
This beautiful ship has emerged from financial upheaval with a new owner sympathetic to its history and to the expectations of its returning guests.
- by Jane Richards
Tripologist: Should I fly Qantas or Emirates to the UK?
Emirates flies direct to our destination of Birmingham, but would Qantas to London be a better choice?
- by Michael Gebicki
Is there an Australian equivalent of a Eurail train pass? Sort of
There’s nothing more fun than a rail pass, and Australians may be surprised to learn that it’s possible to travel that way in our own country. Here’s how.
- by Tim Richards
The absolute must-bring items for a European river cruise
Knowing what to pack ensures you don’t find yourself with too much luggage and contents that never see the light of day.
- by Sheriden Rhodes
Flight attendant reveals how crew deal with aggressive passengers
“We’re watching you at the airport”: How airline staff deal with rising air rage incidents – and what you can do to help.
- by Jay Robert
The secret to booking a flight with no other passengers on board
Each year, hundreds of ‘ghost flights’ take off with just a handful of passengers. Here’s how to boost your chances of finding one.
- by Oliver Smith
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