Rob McFarland
Travel writer
After abandoning a sensible career in IT, Rob McFarland now divides his time between Sydney, the US and Europe. He's won six writing awards and regularly runs workshops for aspiring writers. Follow his travels on Instagram @mctraveller
New hiking trail puts forgotten part of Europe on the map
Until about 10 years ago, this remote region barely saw any international travellers. But thanks to a new 3000-kilometre hiking route, interest is surging.
- Rob McFarland
Japan’s extraordinary answer to the Camino trail
Japan’s Kumano Kodo is one of only two UNESCO World Heritage-listed pilgrimages in the world.
- Rob McFarland
Singapore is a ‘crazy rich’ city, but here’s how to do it affordably
From laneway street art to lush nature reserves: despite the stereotype, Singapore has plenty of options for the budget-conscious traveller.
- Rob McFarland
The hidden side to one of NZ’s most popular islands
Only a 40-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland, Waiheke Island receives an avalanche of visitors every summer. But it’s not hard to get away from them.
- Rob McFarland
- ★★★★
- Hotel reviews
Terrific value LA hotel has an app for everything, including the door
This stylish urban bolthole in Downtown Los Angeles will help stretch your travel budget, provided you’re OK without five-star hand-holding.
- Rob McFarland
Portugal’s second-largest city is packed with highlights
A magnificent bridge, beautiful buildings and a monstrous local sandwich are just some of what Porto has to offer visitors.
- Rob McFarland
Getting older, but still a backpacker at heart? This is the holiday for you
It’s the kind of experience you’d expect with a luxury operator. Yet, I’m on a tour with a company known for trips for cash-strapped backpackers.
- Rob McFarland
This stunning winter wonderland is actually more magical in autumn
Autumn in the far north of Scandinavia means crisp mornings, warm sunny days and a colourful fanfare of foliage. It’s the ideal time to venture outdoors.
- Rob McFarland
- ★★★★
- Hotel reviews
One of London’s most unusual stays is in a rejuvenated part of the city
Paddington Basin has had a remarkable 20-year rejuvenation, so it’s apt that one of the area’s accommodations is a barge – and a very swish one at that.
- Rob McFarland
Nine must-see highlights of underrated eastern European city
With a dramatic setting in a plunging river valley, Georgia’s capital Tbilisi offers an intriguing range of architecture and the world’s oldest wine culture.
- Rob McFarland
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