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Solo travel for women is booming, but you should always take precautions.

I’ve been to 50 countries solo as a female. Here’s what I’ve learnt

No matter how well I know a destination, I am always careful. Here is my best advice for holidaying solo, from pre-trip tips to safety suggestions while abroad.

  • by Sarah Marshall
Turkey is cracking down on passengers who get up from their seats too early.

Passengers getting up too early on landing? One country has had enough

The aircraft is still taxiing, the announcement has been made, yet passengers are still standing up to drag bags from the overhead lockers. I don’t get it.

  • by Michael Gebicki
The world’s tallest indoor ferris wheel is found in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.

Surreal and secretive, this Asian country is finally opening up

It’s considered the least Westernised, least visited and most secretive of Central Asia’s countries, but it’s set to become easier to visit.

  • by Billy Saxon
VIK Vineyard in Millahue, Chile.

The 15 next big things in dining, around the world

From two new Tokyo food precincts to “temperance travel” and Aussie chefs winning awards overseas, there are plenty of things happening in the world of food and wine.

  • by Ben Groundwater
One Traveller reader was unhappy with the recline in Qantas’ economy class on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

If Qantas is going to use these seats on ultra-long hauls, count me out

“I recently flew on a Qantas Dreamliner and the economy seat was comfortable – until the person in front of me reclined.”

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Big views on the Kalbarri Skywalk.

No time to do ‘the Big Lap’ of Australia? Do this road trip instead

This spectacular coastal drive is so rugged and remote that even the young adults are impressed.

  • by Jane Reddy

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The Orchard at Hamad International Airport.

Best of the best: This is the ultimate airport

We can only dream of airport experiences being joyful and carefree because for the most part they are the opposite.

  • by Ben Groundwater

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