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The happiest birthday of them all.

Disneyland is about to turn 70, and it’s pulling out all stops

Almost a billion visitors have walked through the gates of the beloved Southern California park since it opened in 1955.

  • Julietta Jameson
The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, embodies the spirit of old New York.

The best places to stay in New York

Location matters more than thread count, so make time to research the neighbourhood that best suits your NYC vibe.

  • Kristie Kellahan
The view from the Skywalk – out and down.

America’s greatest natural wonder contains more wonders within it

The Grand Canyon never fails to strike awe, whether tackled from inside or above.

  • David Whitley
Madolline Gourley in Cradle Mountain, Tasmania.

The US denied entry to Madolline. It’s causing her issues with other countries

In 2022, US border officials refused entry to Madolline Gourley. It is now causing her problems trying to enter places like Canada and New Zealand.

  • Michael Gebicki
Familiar? The Hell Gate Bridge.

New York’s most fascinating neighbourhood is across a familiar bridge

It’s only 20 minutes from Manhattan but feels like a different city. And it’s home to the inspiration for Sydney Harbour Bridge.

  • Barry Divola
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US border officials can search the phones of arriving foreigners without a warrant. Australia’s Border Force also has this power.

US border security can legally search your phone. Here’s how to protect it

With the practice of examining visitors’ phones now under greater scrutiny, here is what the searches might involve and how to protect your personal data.

  • Sophie Dickinson
The likes of Janis Joplin and Jim Morrison were regulars at Barney’s Beanery.

The modest shack where Hollywood stars eat before they’re famous

The famous Route 66 ends at a modest cafe that’s been frequented by the likes of Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison and Quentin Tarantino.

  • Paul Chai
Some of the rooms at The Winfield have a loft-ish New York City feel.

Terrific value LA hotel has an app for everything, including the door

This stylish urban bolthole in Downtown Los Angeles will help stretch your travel budget, provided you’re OK without five-star hand-holding.

  • Rob McFarland
Viking Mississippi on the Mississippi River between Louisiana and Mississippi.

America’s most famous river journey is also highly underrated

The mighty Mississippi is storied in American culture, but it doesn’t always receive the love it deserves.

  • Kristie Kellahan
Springfield was the home of Abraham Lincoln before he became president.

A small US city shows how great an American president can really be

The shadow of Abraham Lincoln looms large over his home and his words offer a beacon of hope in uncertain times.

  • Riley Wilson

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