Reviews & advice
Forget the pith helmet: What you really need to pack for a safari
Pack light, follow the lead of guides, wear muted colours, expect extremes and take a first-aid kit.
- by Catherine Marshall
Opinion
Tripologist
What is the best timing to get a cheap flight? Here’s what the data says
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Travel tips
I’ve lived in Australia, Canada and the UK. Here’s my ranking of each
I’m often asked by friends which of the three countries is the best place to live. Here’s my (subjective) verdict.
- by Kirsten Powley
Your questions: I’m Australian, but can I enter here on my UK passport?
“I have Australian and UK passports but only the UK passport is up-to-date.”
- by Michael Gebicki
The world’s safest, and least safe, airlines named
A new report takes stock of the publicly available data to rank the world’s safest airlines. But does it really tell the full story about this complex issue?
- by Robert Jackman
★★★★½
Airport reviews
The small London airport that puts the others to shame
A departure point for easyJet to Europe, London Southend is growing rapidly, taking pressure off other London airports that are fast approaching capacity.
- by Catherine Marshall
Opinion
Family holidays
As a young traveller, I had no fear. Then one thing changed
I used to think I thrived on fear when travelling: pushing limits, taking risks. But I had no idea. As soon as you become a parent, you understand true fear.
- by Ben Groundwater
What’s the best stopover city? We compare nine options
Singapore or KL? Dubai or Abu Dhabi? Here’s our guide to the best stopover options when flying long-haul.
- by Chris Leadbeater and Julietta Jameson
Opinion
USA
I lived in America for 10 years. Now I don’t even want to visit
With the Aussie dollar down and big changes in the US, there are many more fascinating (and affordable) places where we can spend our money.
- by Lee Tulloch
★★★★
Airline reviews
This first-class is dated, but superlative service makes up for it
The plane on this route is 17 years old and looks it, but rarely have I encountered such welcoming, warm and thoughtful staff.
- by Trudi Jenkins
Opinion
Tripologist
The simple flight-booking mistake that cost one couple almost $12,000
When Australian couple Sean Davidson and his wife checked their airline booking, they got a nasty shock. The oversight would eventually cost them $11,840.
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Tripologist
Your questions: Is there an Adriatic coast route that avoids summer crowds?
We’re hoping to see some of Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Albania in a hire car over August. Is there a less-travelled road trip you can recommend?
- by Michael Gebicki
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