Australia
Queensland
Coral society
The world's largest coral reef is being reinvigorated, writes Sheriden Rhodes, with a range of new and upgraded multimillion-dollar resorts and hotels.
Australia
Wicker ways: top picnic spots
![Jervis Bay.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/12/27/5037701/trv-th-Jervis-Bay-20131227115736664066-90x60.jpg)
The Tripologist Shake out the picnic rug and raid the fridge - because when the sun is shining, nothing beats a picnic.
Queensland
A blissful brief encounter
![New look: The Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa's refurbished Vie Spa.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/12/19/5022581/trv-th-Vie-Spa-20131219144526892065-90x60.jpg)
Fiona Carruthers Indulgent day spas do have a fun side, writes Fiona Carruthers.
Victoria
Rising from the Ashes
An impressive mansion just outside Melbourne played host to sporting history, writes Daniel Scott.
Special features
Australia
Places in the heart: Pete Evans
![Mates on a high ... being at Falls Creek taught Pete Evans life lessons.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/03/22/4132509/th-478982647-90x60.jpg)
Skiing at Victoria's Falls Creek was not just the most fun a kid could have; it also taught chef, restaurateur and TV presenter Pete Evans some critical life lessons.
Australia
Places in the heart: Judy Horacek
![A a riot of blossoms and bulbs ... Canberra in spring.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/03/15/4112363/th-syd-5w6vb6cica8v0fihd2j_original-90x60.jpg)
The ACT is a sensual gift of seasonal rhythms, and Canberra a fine host of vital national treasures, says cartoonist, artist and author Judy Horacek.
Photo galleries
Photos
Six of the best: hotels opening in 2014
![Shangri-La, London, will open in the Shard.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/12/23/5031502/th-Shangri-La-London-90x60.jpg)
From the best address in London to the Whitsundays in Australia, here are the top six hotels opening around the world in 2014. By Belinda Jackson
Photos
Tourism Australia's top 10 most liked Facebook photos
![Tourism Australia top Facebook photos](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/12/11/5000023/th-Tourism-Australia-Liked-Photos-1-90x60.jpg)
Take a look at the most liked photos posted by Tourism Australia on its Australia.com Facebook page, which has 5.1 million fans.
Travellers Tips
Travel Insider
What to do when you need a hotel, right now
![Hotel illustration Michael Mucci](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/10/03/4801563/th-Hotel-Price-Illustration-90x60.jpg)
Jane E Fraser When you find yourself away from home with no accommodation booked, how do you go about finding a bed?
Travel Insider
Sorry, your holiday has been cancelled
![Cancellation blues ... just because you've booked a tour doesn't mean it is actually going to happen.](http://web.archive.org./web/20140106122302im_/http://images.smh.com.au/2013/09/05/4721992/th-Delayed-Passengers-Volcano-2-90x60.jpg)
Jane E Fraser So, what now? Try to reschedule your leave? Ask for your money back and make other plans?