Jane Richards
Travel writer
Jane Richards is an Associate Producer with Traveller.Connect via email.
How Aussie island’s ’70s-style apartments became a luxe ‘house hotel’
Begun in 2016 and delayed by COVID, this project created a retreat that’s difficult to leave, despite Lord Howe’s abundant outdoor attractions.
- Jane Richards
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
No kids, no cars at this fun, hidden Barcelona hotel
The only clue to the entrance to this boutique hotel down a dead-end alley is the discreet doorman outside.
- Jane Richards
An emperor slept here (and you can too for less than $120 a night)
Napoleon apparently hid out and rested here during the Peninsular War, after being wooed by both its comfortable rooms (and strategic position).
- Jane Richards
After 65 years, is a Eurail pass still worth it for Aussies?
For years backpacking with a Eurail pass was a rite of passage; now new generations are choosing this old-school way of travelling.
- Jane Richards
Even after 20 years, this Vietnamese drawcard’s beauty hasn’t faded
The karsts that dot the waters of Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay have seen many changes, but their stark beauty is not diminished.
- Jane Richards
- ★★★★1/2
- Airline reviews
Airline review: It’s no Rolls-Royce, but this business class is good value
A surprise design feature in this business class cabin gives it a particularly spacious and airy feeling.
- Jane Richards
In Hanoi, eating this one dish is compulsory
If Hanoi delivers one all-encompassing food lesson it’s this – you must go with a bowl of this steaming, spicy goodness, even on a supremely sticky night.
- Jane Richards
Australia’s first ‘glamping’ site still reigns supreme in the bush
Paperbark Camp has managed to package all the good things about camping with none of the annoyances.
- Jane Richards
- ★★★★½
- Ship reviews
Cruise ship review: A new owner saved this luxury ship from ruin
This beautiful ship has emerged from financial upheaval with a new owner sympathetic to its history and to the expectations of its returning guests.
- Jane Richards
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
$20 million transformation creates central Melbourne hotel with wow factor
This Hotel Indigo’s fun, quirk and wow factor are supported by quality and a top location.
- Jane Richards
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