Myanmar
Beyond Mandalay by boat
A new way to explore a country still steeped in old ways has emerged, writes Lynne Whiley.
Latest travel news
Virgin's latest conquest
SALLY WEBB Richard Branson has managed to nab some of the most picturesque spots on the planet.
Letters: Australia's not that expensive
Sweden: Ice hotel ordered to install fire alarms
Air travel: Why US airlines have blocked in-flight phone calls
Latest travel news
Into the wild with child
Will three inner-city animals survive the Yosemite National Park? Barry Divola finds out.
Smooth as silk
Carol West stays at a Sabah resort that ticks all the boxes for a tropical family holiday.
Argentina
In the midnight hour
Cigars, rock'n'roll and art define the best theme bars in Buenos Aires, writes Guy Wilkinson.
Victoria
High on the hills
A hike in Alpine National Park takes in wildflowers and history, writes Melanie Ball.
Germany
Best of the (curry)wurst
Berlin has a street treat of currywurst not to be missed, writes Michelle Wranik.
Spain
One day three ways Madrid
Brian Johnston Stroll the old town and flower-splashed Plaza Oriente and admire the facades.
Expert traveller
How to really stop a nation
The Backpacker Forget the Melbourne Cup - if you really want to see a nation grind to a halt, this is where you should go.
Is this even a restaurant?
The Backpacker I won't tell you the name of this place, because that's not the point.
The other economy class seats
Travellers' Check There's economy class and there's premium economy class. But now there's another class in between.
Mama Holiday
Tracey Spicer Travelling with kids is dangerous. It should come with a warning: Don't try this away from home.
Everyone asks: are travellers cheques still useful?
THE TRIPOLOGIST Is there still a case for using travellers cheques for overseas travel?
Travel Insider
Smile-high club: which airline makes you the happiest?
JANE E FRASER It's all about making you happy in the sky. No, we're not talking about the Mile High Club.
Airlines
Flight test: Virgin Australia business class
FLIGHT TEST The flight attendants are courteous, attentive and efficient but retain that friendly smile and are happy to share a laugh.
Luxe Nomad
Why postcards still rule
LEE TULLOCH Instagram may be the modern postcard, but it's no substitute for the real thing.
