Craig Platt
Digital editor, Traveller
Craig Platt is the digital editor of Traveller.
Don’t call it a town: Queensland’s underrated tropical city
It’s one of Australia’s largest cities, in a beautiful location, but it remains in the shadow of its more high-profile neighbours.
- by Craig Platt
★★★½
Hotel reviews
A relaxed haven in the heart of Tokyo’s most vibrant neighbourhood
When you imagine what Tokyo is like, there’s a good chance you’re thinking of this location. This new hotel offers respite from the hustle and bustle.
- by Craig Platt
I can’t live like this: The cruise ship that ruined life on land for me
Returning to normal life is difficult after spending a week on board one of the world’s most luxurious ships.
- by Craig Platt
This tiny strip of sand in the Pacific is what dreams are made of
More than 35 years after a failed attempt to visit Mystery Island, I finally made it – only to find it’s not so mysterious.
- by Craig Platt
World’s best airline named as Qantas hits new low in rankings
Qantas has continued to fall in the top 100 rankings at the annual World Airline Awards, dropping out of the top 20.
- by Craig Platt
★★★½
Hotel reviews
This good value hotel offers a relaxed vibe in bustling Bangkok
The design of this hotel creates a vibe that feels more like a resort than a city hotel.
- by Craig Platt
★★★★
Hotel reviews
Sydney hotels don’t get much more central than this
The 369-room Swissotel Sydney recently celebrated its 20th birthday, following a refurbishment with a focus on its grand lobby space.
- by Craig Platt
Captain Cook gave this island the wrong name, but somehow got it right
This Queensland island seems a likely candidate to revert to its original name, even if its current name does (unintentionally) seem fitting.
- by Craig Platt
Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia
Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ranked far above other Australian airports.
- by Craig Platt
★★★★
Hotel reviews
A revamp has improved this boutique Sydney hotel
A stylish, classy boutique hotel that has been improved since Ovolo took over.
- by Craig Platt
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