Travel tips

Here’s the tip: failing to do so or leaving a miserly tip is considered rude and disrespectful.

Opinion
Tripologist

The reason Australians are considered ‘the world’s worst travellers’

I asked a taxi driver in Cairo who were the worst travellers. He didn’t hesitate with his answer.

Michael Gebicki

Culture holidays

World’s most stunning sacred sites (including two on our doorstep)

I’m a believer. Not in a higher power, but in the power of sacred spaces to move, challenge, educate and uplift me.

Catherine Marshall

Opinion
Tripologist

Your questions: What are some must-sees in Japan over three weeks?

“Other than the flights, our trip is a blank canvas. Can you suggest some essential sights for a couple in their 60s?”

Michael Gebicki

Last-minute availability at the Assistant Lighthouse Keepers Cottage at Reflections Norah Head, on the Central Coast.

New South Wales

Left Easter plans late? Nine ideas for a quick getaway or staying put

Whether you’re staying in Sydney or keen to get out of town, the Easter holidays are yours for the exploring – even if you’ve left it to the last minute.

Riley Wilson

Poolside at Mildura’s newest boutique property Kar-Rama.

Victoria

It’s not too late to have an Easter escape – city or country

If you dropped the eight ball, fear not: here are the best last-minute things to check out these holidays in Melbourne and beyond.

Riley Wilson

Kopan Monastery hosts 3000 visitors each year seeking spiritual guidence.

Opinion
Kathmandu

I left this retreat ‘reborn’. All I did was focus on one scary thing

We’ve heard whispers about this meditation since the start of the retreat, and been primed for the 40 minutes we’ll spend “focusing on our own impermanence”.