Ute Junker
Travel writer
Ute Junker is a freelance writer and editor who has been covering travel for more than 20 years.Connect via Twitter or email.
Experts name the most exciting (and surprising) things in luxury travel
Cancel the caviar pizza by the six-star resort pool. Today, luxury is more likely to involve simpler pleasures, says this panel of “luxperts”.
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Ten of the travel wellness trends to watch in 2025
Quieten the mind and heighten sensations with the latest salves for 21st-century overload, from a cycle in the mountains to a brain-boosting retreat.
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No climbing required: The best views in the world are easy to reach
The sort of views you can only drink in when standing atop a soaring peak are no longer the exclusive purview of mountaineers and monks.
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This is one of our greatest experiences – so why isn’t it more famous?
Perhaps getting to this remote corner of South Australia is the reason, but now there’s a stunning place to stay when you arrive.
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- Opinion
- Savvy traveller
Trouser clips? A travel writer on how to make budget hotels feel luxe
If you do find yourself in underwhelming accommodation, there are things you can do to make your stay feel a little more luxe.
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The new bucket list for Asia: 25 must-do places and experiences
From neon-lit cities to some of the oldest civilisations on Earth, from white-sand beaches to the highest mountains, no other continent can rival Asia for diversity.
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The 35 greatest views in the world, as named by the experts
A photographer, an airline pilot, a ship’s captain and others reveal where you’ll find the most spectacular, intriguing and inspiring views on Earth.
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It’s time for one of the best countries on Earth to stop being humble
With so much bluster coming from the White House, it’s time for America’s northern neighbour to step into the spotlight.
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- Hotel reviews
Like being in Beverly Hills: The verdict on Sydney’s coolest new hotel
This inner-city oasis offers a fun and fabulous vibe. But the left-field location may not be for everyone.
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This city’s coffee scene is unexpectedly Australian
Bangkok is following in the footsteps of cities like New York and Berlin by falling for Aussie coffee culture.
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