Port guide: Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong has frantic energy, a spectacular setting and some of the world’s best shopping and dining. Plunge into the excitement of one of the world’s great cities.

• by Brian Johnston

This is a rare economy class flight I actually wish was longer

The cabin crew’s service lacks warmth, but it’s made up for with comfortable seats and a huge range of entertainment options.

• by Julia D'Orazio

Bound for Australia: Cathay unveils new business class, premium economy

Sliding suite-privacy doors, the largest screens to date, preset movie and meal modes, and an art gallery in the skies.

• by Katherine Scott

10 of the best airports for shopping

Tired of handbags and gin? If you know where to look, you can still nab unique local goods at international airports.

• by Brian Johnston

After nearly four years, last COVID-era plane stored in outback takes off

At the height of the pandemic, 152 planes were being stored at Alice Springs. The longest resident has just returned to the skies.

• by Julietta Jameson

This hotel’s new family suites are a kids’ wonderland

The entire 45th floor of the Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong has been newly dedicated to families, offering a cute and colourful luxury stay.

• by Julietta Jameson

‘Great time’ to open a new luxury hotel in Hong Kong

Mondrian, the design-forward brand of hotels, has extended its reach to Hong Kong.

• by Julietta Jameson

This luxury hotel is so close to the water, your feet almost get wet

Hong Kong is not a city short on great hotels but the Regent’s position is unsurpassed: right on the water and with smack-bang views across to Hong Kong island.

• by Trudi Jenkins

Endless delight: The 15 destinations we never get tired of revisiting

The point of travel is often to go to new places and have new experiences, but the chance to revisit favourite locations can be like reuniting with an old friend.

Airline review: This premium economy feels close to business class

Cathay’s premium economy is ideal for long-haul flights when you don’t want to fork out for business class, but need more space than economy.

• by Kristie Kellahan