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We want to spend Christmas in Europe. Where is a good place?

We want to spend Christmas in Europe. Where is a good place?

It depends on your priorities, but there is no Christmas like an English Christmas.

  • by Michael Gebicki
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Frustration over a Qantas upgrade changed the way I travel
Opinion
Air travel

Frustration over a Qantas upgrade changed the way I travel

In 50 years of globetrotting, I’d always planned my travels myself. But that’s changed since I met Amanda.

  • by Tony Wright
Travelling on a sleeper train is an exercise in space management

Travelling on a sleeper train is an exercise in space management

All aboard: how to make the most of five days in your four-square-metre cabin on board the Indian Pacific.

  • by Riley Wilson
There are amazing things flying under your feet you’ll never know about
Opinion
Air travel

There are amazing things flying under your feet you’ll never know about

Racing pigeons hitching a lift alongside snakes? The cargo list given to pilots before a flight features a wild variety of things from interesting … to dangerous.

  • by The Secret Pilot
I’ve travelled the world, and these are the 11 greatest breakfasts

I’ve travelled the world, and these are the 11 greatest breakfasts

Breakfast doesn’t have to come in a box with a cartoon on the front. After traversing the globe, these are my absolute favourite meals to start the day.

  • by Ben Groundwater
Greek seaside stay isn’t luxe but you’ll feel like you won the lottery
★★★★★
Hotel reviews

Greek seaside stay isn’t luxe but you’ll feel like you won the lottery

In a town of sleek, boutique options, the charming family-run Hotel Marianna in Nafplio stands out for old-style hospitality, where nothing is too much bother.

  • by Kate Armstrong
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I’ve given up on my wheelie case and will never go back

I’ve given up on my wheelie case and will never go back

When it comes to the best travel luggage, is it better to have four wheels or two? For me, the answer is simple: no wheels at all.

  • by Sue Williams
Dated seats and entertainment, but this business class can save you $2000

Dated seats and entertainment, but this business class can save you $2000

Some seats are better than others, and you won’t find the latest Hollywood releases on board, but the crew helps make up for it.

  • by Craig Platt
More than basic details: What border officials know about you

More than basic details: What border officials know about you

It’s not so much what immigration officers can see about you, but what they can’t.

  • by Michael Gebicki
This Virgin ship takes the cruise rule book and rips it up

This Virgin ship takes the cruise rule book and rips it up

Richard Branson’s Valiant Lady is one three ships in Virgin Voyages’ sleek and stylish fleet, offering a cruise experience like no other.

  • by Tatyana Leonov
The verdict on Hilton’s first property in Tasmania
★★★½
Hotel reviews

The verdict on Hilton’s first property in Tasmania

While adding nothing distinctly unique to Hobart’s hotel scene, the DoubleTree is well positioned and excels in one particular area.

  • by Andrew Bain

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