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Discovery Princess, aka the Love Boat.

On board the modern version of the Love Boat headed for Australia

The largest Princess ship to homeport in Australia, passengers will enjoy the easy-going vibe when it arrives this summer.

  • Kristie Kellahan

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A family snow holiday without the tantrums and budget blowouts? Yes, it’s possible.

How to have a snow holiday with family and remain friends

A snow holiday without the tantrums and budget blowouts? Yes, it’s possible. Here’s how to plan the best winter ski break for your family.

  • Justin Meneguzzi
When it comes to travel, why is it OK to discriminate against children?

A ban on adults-only hotels and resorts? I couldn’t agree more

It’s appalling you’re allowed to ban an entire section of society because it’s become acceptable to say you dislike them. One country is doing something about it.

  • Ben Groundwater
The first staff on a test run of the new Perisher ski lift.

Australia’s highest lift ready as ski resort rivalries heat up after snow

As the resorts celebrate a strong start to ski season, here’s what’s new on the mountains this year.

  • Kate Allman
The view from the top – Glacier Point.

Even if you know nothing about US natural wonders, you know this one

Towering granite cliffs, impressive waterfalls, giant sequoia trees – here are seven must-see highlights of one of the world’s most famous national parks.

  • Ben Groundwater
The happiest birthday of them all.

Disneyland is about to turn 70, and it’s pulling out all stops

Almost a billion visitors have walked through the gates of the beloved Southern California park since it opened in 1955.

  • Julietta Jameson
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Artist’s design concept.

Disney to build new theme park in stopover favourite

The resort will be built on Yas Island on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, already home to the Ferrari and Warner Bros amusement parks, SeaWorld and a waterpark.

  • Michelle Chapman
If you don’t prebook your seats, you may find yourself seated away from your family or travel companions.

Flying with family or friends? Here’s why you might end up seated apart

There are times when an airline must rearrange seating at short notice. That can mean losing your pre-booked seat of choice.

  • Michael Gebicki
We miss our own kids, but we’re determined to make the most of it.

For the first time since becoming parents, we went away without the kids

A couple’s weekend with actual adult talk for the first time in years? It might sound like heaven, but it comes with a few lessons.

  • Tatyana Leonov
The Basin campground in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park in January this year.

‘Winners and losers’: Hefty (price) hikes to camp in some national parks

The prices would double or even triple for summer camping in popular campgrounds near Sydney, including Cattai in the Hawkesbury and Bonnie Vale in the Royal National Park.

  • Caitlin Fitzsimmons

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