Turkey
My first time on a big ship taught me a big lesson
The secret of making the most out of this trip is working out when to go big, when to go small, when to go niche and when to go solo.
- David Whitley
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Albanese government faces backlash for failing to lock in climate talks
Despite years of effort and the support of its UN peers, Australia has been unable to convince Turkey to pull out of the race to host global climate talks.
- Nick O'Malley
Europe on red heat alert as fires spread, with higher temperatures on the way
Heat warnings were issued for France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany and the UK, with new highs expected on Wednesday.
- David Crowe
What happened when Greta Thunberg was detained by Israel – and who she was with
Thunberg’s interception on a ship in international waters has devolved into a saga playing out through official diplomatic channels as much as on social media – even Conor McGregor was involved.
- Bronte Gossling
This egg-cellent dish is Turkey’s gift to the world
Is there any single ingredient greater, more versatile, more delicious, than a simple egg?
- Ben Groundwater
Getting older, but still a backpacker at heart? This is the holiday for you
It’s the kind of experience you’d expect with a luxury operator. Yet, I’m on a tour with a company known for trips for cash-strapped backpackers.
- Rob McFarland
The celebrity-favourite luxury resort you’ve probably never heard of
Over the years the guest list has included powerbrokers, pop stars and princesses – from Kate Moss to Bill Gates to the late Princess Margaret.
- Lee Tulloch
The surprisingly long, contested history of baklava
Baklava is much loved around the world, but while its true origins are a mystery, there are some theories.
- Ben Groundwater
Two continents, four hours and one high-speed train
The Middle East’s first high-speed rail, opened in 1975, is now as sleek and modern as anything in France or Germany.
- Kurt Johnson
Getting naked here is the best $175 I’ve ever spent
I’ve been soaped and scrubbed in bathhouses in Morocco and Spain many times, yet I’d never experienced one of the most famous types.
- Lee Tulloch
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