Inspiration
The ‘Seven Hells’ of this Japanese town feel more like heaven
Part spa town, part post-apocalyptic film, the theatrical town of Beppu is like nowhere else.
- by Kerry van der Jagt
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Controversies aside, this remains one of the greatest museums on Earth
Containing vast collections of treasures from the ancient world, the British Museum in London is a prodigious source of education and wow moments.
- by David Whitley
Beyond pho: The other Vietnamese soup you need to try
Think of this as pho’s bolder cousin, with a heady mix of salty, spicy, sour, sweet and umami flavours.
- by Ben Groundwater
This famous Aussie resort costs $3000 a night. But is it justified?
What does $3000 a night get you? It gets you anything you want. Or at least, that’s the idea.
- by Ben Groundwater
Beyond Rome and Venice: 15 of Italy’s most underrated destinations
Italy is crowded, no question, but there are plenty of Italian places beyond Rome, Venice and Florence still ready and waiting to welcome visitors.
- by Brian Johnston
One of the most splendid sights in nature is also one of the stinkiest
You’ll never forget one of the world’s greatest wildlife encounters – but nobody tells you penguins have stinky feet, not happy feet.
- by Brian Johnston
The coolest part of this Asian city is actually underneath it
A visit to Zhongshan, one of Taipei’s up-and-coming neighbourhoods, is not normally on the dance card of first-time visitors to the Taiwanese capital.
- by Kerry van der Jagt
America’s notoriously car-mad, clogged city can now be explored by train
Few visitors realise there’s a revamped, cool alternative to Los Angeles’ infamous freeways and traffic.
- by Tim Richards
Travel quiz: In which Asian country is budget airline Scoot based?
Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with this week’s quiz.
No jet-lag required: The 10 greatest short-haul holiday destinations
These 10 countries offer a great holiday without having to take a long, exhausting flight. You’ll barely even need to change time zones.
- by Ben Groundwater
Port guide: Boston, US
This American city has a unique combination of historical sights and lively contemporary neighbourhoods, and is designed to be appreciated on foot.
- by Brian Johnston
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