Brian Johnston
Travel writer
Brian Johnston seemed destined to become a travel writer: he is an Irishman born in Nigeria and raised in Switzerland, who has lived in Britain and China and now calls Australia home.
Beyond Rome and Venice: 15 of Italy’s most underrated destinations
Italy is crowded, no question, but there are plenty of Italian places beyond Rome, Venice and Florence still ready and waiting to welcome visitors.
- Brian Johnston
One of the most splendid sights in nature is also one of the stinkiest
You’ll never forget one of the world’s greatest wildlife encounters – but nobody tells you penguins have stinky feet, not happy feet.
- Brian Johnston
Port guide: Boston, US
This American city has a unique combination of historical sights and lively contemporary neighbourhoods, and is designed to be appreciated on foot.
- Brian Johnston
It’s supposed to be a no-go city. But I went anyway, and loved it
Local police have issued us with travel advice about valuables, strangers and dark alleys before we’ve even arrived.
- Brian Johnston
No luxury cruise line does things quite like this Australian one
This ship gets things right that many American and European cruise lines get wrong. Perhaps because it – and many of its passengers – are Australian.
- Brian Johnston
I love Europe, but a few hours in this country is more than enough
This seems like a country that has sold its soul and creates nothing beautiful, but merely relies on the beauty of its mountains.
- Brian Johnston
Twenty spectacular destinations best seen by ship
There are stellar destinations here and overseas that are simply at their best when visited aboard a cruise ship.
- Brian Johnston
Want to use the Wi-Fi on a cruise ship? Read this first
Poor Wi-Fi has long been a bugbear of cruise travellers. No more, though some aspects of staying connected are still annoying.
- Brian Johnston
One of the world’s most scenic cruising destinations is set to become even more popular
This North American destination is chalking up record seasons, as major lines continue to expand their operations in response to soaring demand.
- Brian Johnston
A special experience changed my mind about Bali
Ubud is overrun by tourists, but you can still connect with authentic Balinese life if you look in the right places.
- Brian Johnston
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