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Firemen look for the survivors after a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft that crashed onto a school campus.

‘What I saw, I can’t describe’: Bangladesh jet crashes into school, killing at least 27

The pilot of the F-7 BGI air force training jet tried to divert the plane to a less populated area before hitting the campus.

  • Julhas Alam

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The entrance to the rock carved Kailasha temple at Ellora Caves in India

Asia is flush with ancient marvels, but nothing matches these caves

The extraordinary cave network of Ajanta in India houses a trove of masterpieces dating back thousands of years.

  • Matt Wade
The economy cabin is set up in a 2-4-2 layout.

Roomy economy cabin layout makes this flight great for couples

There are some minor shortcomings but the service and legroom – enough for my 190-cm partner – outweigh the negatives on this 11-hour haul.

  • Georgia Dunkley
This is where to get the classic Taj snap.

Ten things I learnt on my first visit to India

I’m anxious about my first trip to India. Then I hear that even Tripologist Michael Gebicki has succumbed to illness while there. What hope is there for me?

  • Trudi Jenkins
The most romantic way to see Sri Lanka is by rail.

The small country that’s the ultimate destination for train lovers

While India might be renowned for its trains, Sri Lanka’s railways are a decidedly quieter affair – but no less impressive.

  • Sophie Dickinson
The journey ahead.

My first Indian train journey was life-changing

Your life can change on a train. And I’m not talking about the romanticised ‘Before Sunrise’ version, where you meet a gorgeous European backpacker.

  • Ben Groundwater
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The beautiful Maldives are on many people’s bucket-lists, but getting there from Australia isn’t particularly easy.

The things no one tells you about visiting this bucket-list paradise

Getting to the Maldives is an expensive, time-zone-warping, flight-jigsawing effort. And you don’t want to get stuck in the capital overnight.

  • Kate Allman
Navigating Indian train travel is a rite of passage.

From Delhi belly to haggling: What first-timers need to know about India

India can be as vibrant and soul-filling as it can be terrifying and maddening. Here’s how to ensure your first visit goes smoothly.

  • Nina Karnikowski
Druk Cafe is an all-day Bhutanese restaurant now open at Waterford Plaza.

When ingredients are king: New cafe brings Perth a taste of the Himalayas

Bhutanese yellow rice and butter tea for breakfast, noodle soups in savoury beefy broth, momos in spicy, creamy gravy – affordable food to enjoy on the run.

  • Max Veenhuyzen
Sardinia’s postcard shoreline.

Asia v Europe: Which destination is better for a holiday? The verdict

Which region delivers the most for holidaying Australians when it comes to food, transport, service and spectacular sights? Read on to find out.

  • Ute Junker

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