Inspiration
The beautiful village known as ‘French Tibet’ is more like Nimbin
It’s early and not much is open, but somewhere in this tiny medieval village, someone is getting high.
- by Justine Costigan
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‘The wickedest city on Earth’ and other new must-visit World Heritage sites
From opulent palaces in Europe to “the wickedest city on Earth”, here are five new additions to the UNESCO list worth taking a trip to.
- by Chris Leadbeater
This seaside European city has transformed from shabby to chic
Overshadowed by its more glamorous neighbours Monte Carlo and Cannes, Nice has been quietly reinventing itself.
- by Trudi Jenkins
After breaking his neck, Shane is on a mission to change global travel
Shane Hryhorec regularly comes across situations in hotels, cruise ships and attractions that would be laughable if they weren’t so frustrating.
- by Lee Tulloch
Port guide: Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo is a fast-paced, exhilarating encounter with ultra-urban Japan, and showcases its latest music, pop culture, fashions and technology.
- by Brian Johnston
New hiking trail puts forgotten part of Europe on the map
Until about 10 years ago, this remote region barely saw any international travellers. But thanks to a new 3000-kilometre hiking route, interest is surging.
- by Rob McFarland
Like flying business, with better views: On board NZ’s thrilling scenic train
The Northern Explorer traverses some of the most spectacular rail routes on Earth.
- by Kerry van der Jagt
Spain’s version of the classic pub schnitzel is the ultimate booze food
This key dish from Northern Spain is essentially a cordon bleu, only far, far bigger.
- by Ben Groundwater
Which European destination is best? We rate and rank key rivals
Greece v Turkey. Germany v Austria. Spain v Portugal. We name the winners from a travel perspective when it comes to Europe’s key rivalries.
- by Ute Junker
Everyone should have a white Christmas once – this place has my vote
Sometimes, the best way to enjoy Christmas is to escape everything that leads up to it, so I left summer behind for the Canadian Rockies.
- by Kerry van der Jagt
Where local ‘milk bars’ feel more like Soviet IKEAs
No-frills state-subsidised canteens dish up hearty Polish fare at prices that haven’t budged much since Stalin.
- by Natasha Bazika
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