Global
A look back in wonder
Our writers spend their year going places. In 2013 these were their most memorable experiences.
Latest travel news
Everyone asks: should I drink alcohol on a plane?
THE TRIPOLOGIST A double shot of alcohol and altitude can make for a flight with unpleasant side effects.
Accommodation: Keeping stress at bay in Tasmania
Letters: Scammed in France
Bargains: Deals of the week: return to the Nile
Latest travel news
Cities
In thrall of the sprawl
Think small and look for small delights in big cities, writes Lance Richardson.
Japan
Ryokan on rails
Japan's Seven Stars sleeper train takes luxury on wheels to new heights, writes Jamie Lafferty.
Morocco
Tradition to treasure
Jane Burton Taylor explores the riches of El Jadida's World Heritage-listed old quarter.
Germany
Munchen ado about winter
There's nothing like a white Christmas in Europe, as Brian Johnston discovers in Munich.
Travel Insider
Fantasyland: the world's craziest new hotels
JANE E FRASER Take a look at some of the most amazing hotels planned around the world.
Finland
A cut above
SARAH MAGUIRE In a small country renowned for its design, Sarah Maguire finds one of its best-kept secrets.
South Korea
One day three different ways: Seoul
Brian Johnston Discover tranquil shrines and in alleyways, teahouses and calligraphy stores.
Expert traveller
Everyone asks: should I drink alcohol on a plane?
THE TRIPOLOGIST A double shot of alcohol and altitude can make for a flight with unpleasant side effects.
Luxe Nomad
Australian Christmas? It's a bit sad
LEE TULLOCH Compared with the northern hemisphere, I find the way we do Christmas a bit dispiriting.
South-East Asia for beginners: what you need to know
The Backpacker Heading to the region for the first time? Here's what you need to know.
There's only one place this could happen
THE BACKPACKER Where else will you find a restaurant with robot warriors and girls in gold bikinis?
Qantas: just another airline
Travellers' Check Sometime in the next year, it’s highly likely that Qantas will no longer be Australia's national airline.
Airlines
Flight test: Air Canada economy class
FLIGHT TEST It's not an exit row seat, but seat 19C in economy class is unusual.
Mama Holiday
How do you cope with allergies while travelling?
TRACEY SPICER If you have a family member with an allergy, a simple trip away can be life-threatening.
Travel Insider
Can you trust those online reviews?
JANE E FRASER A crackdown on fake reviews has begun, but travellers can already find useful alternatives to TripAdvisor.
