Tips & advice
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
Opinion
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
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
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
Rupert spent two weeks in Bali without drinking. He’s not alone
They’re calling it The Next Big Dry – young Australian travellers overseas turning their back on alcohol-fuelled partying and instead opting for high sobriety.
- by Sue Williams
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
Collection
Adventure holidays
The ultimate new global bucket list
You’ve ticked off many of the classic bucket list destinations and now you’re looking for what’s new, exciting and undiscovered. Here’s where to start.
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
Ultimate Africa: 10 of the best experiences to try right now
With its rich wildlife, extraterrestrial landscapes and warm hospitality, there’s little wonder as to why this continent is on many a traveller’s hit list.
- by Sue Williams