• Opinion
• New York

NYC myths that are totally false (plus some that are surprisingly true)

No, you don’t need to be rich to eat here, and locals are unfairly labelled “rude”. After 15 years of living in New York City, here’s what I’ve learned.

• Kristie Kellahan

• Opinion
• Tripologist

Your questions: How to do a bucket-list Tahiti trip?

“I’m planning a trip to Tahiti as a lifelong ambition to see Bora Bora. What is the best way to travel there, and where should I stay?”

• Michael Gebicki

• Opinion
• Travel tips

Flying abroad with carry-on only was great. Then I made a rookie error

I’ve just made a chilling discovery. I’ve booked flights home and overlooked the fact that the first leg is a low-cost carrier with Draconian weight limits.

• Tim Richards

• Opinion
• Mongolia

One of the most beautiful countries on Earth has the worst food

Few nations have the incredible scenery and sense of wild adventure of Mongolia. But there’s a reason travellers say you should “take a sauce”.

• Ben Groundwater

• Opinion
• Savvy traveller

Trouser clips? A travel writer on how to make budget hotels feel luxe

If you do find yourself in underwhelming accommodation, there are things you can do to make your stay feel a little more luxe.

• Ute Junker

• Opinion
• Family holidays

On holiday, it’s time for parents to draw a line in the sand

The Netflix series Adolescence is a warning to parents about kids spending too much time online. A holiday is the perfect circuit-breaker.

• Lee Tulloch

• Opinion
• Tripologist

A wretched-looking child begged me for money. Here’s why I refused

Giving her money will not make one bit of difference to what she eats, where she sleeps or what she wears.

• Michael Gebicki

• Opinion
• USA

An Australian was denied US entry for bizarre reasons. He’s not alone

One Australian traveller says he’s now $15,000 out of pocket after being denied entry to the US after “enhanced vetting”. His crime? Choosing a cheap fare.

• Anthony Dennis

• Opinion
• Tripologist

Your questions: How should I spend a six-hour layover in Tokyo?

“I’m visiting France for three weeks and visiting Paris, Marseille and Lyon. Any suggestions for the rest of the time?”

• Opinion
• Travel tips

Eleven of the world’s lamest attractions (and why I still love them)

You can embrace the terrible nature of some of the world’s worst tourist traps and just enjoy them for what they are.

• Ben Groundwater