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SunFeb20cover ; Highways to heaven / Vantastic extract ; text by Sue Williams (supplied image, no syndication)  Downloaded from QLD tourism image libraryCampervan driving on a dirt road through Chillagoe - Mungana Caves National ParkMandatory credit: Tourism and Events Queensland/ Tourism Tropical North Queensland

My sophisticated friend is giving up the city for a van. He’s not alone

He’s the kind of urbane person who is very discerning about the aesthetics of his life. I can’t imagine him living in a motorhome.

  • Lee Tulloch
The Shinjuku district in Tokyo. Australians flocked to Japan in record numbers in 2024.

Where we went in 2024: The most popular destinations for Australians

We flocked to Bali and Japan in record numbers, but some surprising destinations also enjoyed a surge in Aussie visitors.

  • Craig Platt
Follow the Tripologist’s pre-trip checklist to ensure your travels go smoothly.

Twenty things you need to do before taking a holiday overseas

Is your passport valid for six months? Have you downloaded the best apps? Travel with confidence by ticking off the items on this ultimate pre-trip checklist.

  • Michael Gebicki
Traveller top 100 of all time GIF

The 100 greatest destinations of all time

We asked our expert writers to vote for their favourites destinations of all time. Here are the winners.

The Wentworth Bar.

Sydney landmark hotel reveals its $70 million facelift

The storied Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reopens after a $70 million top-to-toe refurbishment.

  • Julietta Jameson
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Most of the time you’re better off booking directly with a hotel.

Want the cheapest rate for a hotel room? Do what I do

Can Expedia or Booking.com get you a better hotel deal than booking directly with the hotel? They’d like you to think so.

  • Michael Gebicki
back of my seat for 24 hours as if training for a soccer team

It’s plane rude! The non-negotiable rules of flying

They should hand out an etiquette book about how to conduct yourself on a plane. It could be tucked in with the safety instructions.

  • Richard Glover
Keep your passport in good condition or you could run into problems.

Beware – minor passport flaw could cost you thousands

A minor tear in your passport – or a coffee spill, as one Australian recently found out – could result in your holiday ending before it begins.

  • Michael Gebicki
An artist impression of Vai Resort’s 1.6 kilometres of white sand “beach”.

Coming soon: The 20 hottest hotel openings

From brand-new builds to heritage revamps, major hotel openings continue apace well into 2025.

  • Julietta Jameson
Australians are flocking to Japan in record numbers, taking advantage of a weak yen.

The one thing Australians won’t give up, despite the cost of living

We’ll hold back on barista flat whites and fancy restaurants, on new furniture and designer clothing. And yet… we’re all still travelling?

  • Ben Groundwater

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