Reviews & advice
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”.
- by Ben Groundwater
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.
- by Michael Gebicki
★★★★
Hotel reviews
With serenity and comforts aplenty, this restored retreat is superb
Hobart luxurious Lumiere Lodge is near enough to the centre and waterfront for all the attractions, but far enough afield to enjoy the peace of suburbia.
- by Jim Darby
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?”
★★★★
Hotel reviews
The tropical paradise you can have (almost) all to yourself
Aitutaki is wonderfully unspoiled compared to certain other island hotspots, and this adults-only resort takes the fantasy a step further.
- by Trudi Jenkins
Opinion
Luxury holidays
Not every hotel has a grand history, so some are just making one up
The Ritz and Raffles might be historic and storied, but what about a new hotel? How does it quickly get a personality?
- by Lee Tulloch
★★★★
Airline reviews
Paying $50 to choose my seat on this Qantas A380 was money well spent
Although I’m surprised at having to pay up to choose my seat, the space on a superjumbo remains unsurpassed.
- by Julietta Jameson
Opinion
Tripologist
The 10 rules of plane toilet etiquette
Earlier this month, Qantas passengers on a nine-hour flight to Hong Kong were warned that three of the five toilets wouldn’t be working.
- by Michael Gebicki
Vegetarians, look away: This is the best barbecue meal in the world
In South America you can gorge on magnificent barbecue meals – and accompanying Malbec – at half the price you would pay in Australia.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Tripologist
The false claims people make about travelling in India
“Beggars are everywhere”. I see more beggars on a stroll through Sydney’s CBD than I do travelling in India.
- by Michael Gebicki
★★★★½
Ship reviews
On board the game-changing cruise ship built for $1.6 billion
There’s plenty to keep you amused on Celebrity Edge, but watch out for added extras charged in US dollars.
- by Julie Miller
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