New Zealand
The top destination on Earth, from space
Circling the globe in outer space, retired Canadian astronaut Commander Chris Hadfield was taken with one particular place.
Latest travel news
Australians blunt, sarcastic and make 'pom' jokes: UK tourism advice
7:32am Britain's national tourism body creates controversial advice list for visitors to Australia.
Air travel: Passenger jailed for slapping crying toddler on flight
Air safety: Singapore Airlines A380 superjumbo makes emergency landing in Azerbaijan
Western Australia: Missing WA boat found after 7000km journey
Latest travel news
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.
Canada
The foam game
CRAIG PLATT Niagara is primarily known for its falls but that does a disservice to the wider area.
Cruising
You've just gotta zip
Modern cruise ships now offer far more exciting activities than shuffleboard. Leanne West test-drives the newest ones.
Indonesia
It's Bali without the bustle
CAROLYN CUMMINS A haven away from the hurly-burly of the island's crammed tourist strips.
Finland
Twenty reasons to visit Helsinki
UTE JUNKER A pool where swimming naked is the norm and 19 other reasons to visit the Finnish capital.
Expert traveller
Fruit and veggies, juice ... and witchcraft
The Backpacker The market started off looking normal, but then things took a darker tone.
Where not to go in summer
The Backpacker As the hotter months descend, thoughts turn to summer destinations - but you don't want to be going to these ones.
Do-it-yourself check-in rules
Travellers' Check Soon you'll be checking yourself in at a kiosk on all domestic flights, no matter what airline.
Mama Holiday
Travel can be an education
TRACEY SPICER When it comes to educational travel, it's all about the context. As parents, we dream of showing our kids the world; the university of life.
Where can I find reasonably priced accommodation in Rome?
THE TRIPOLOGIST We are travelling to Europe and looking for reasonably priced accommodation close to the centre of Rome that's not too small.
Travel Insider
Call this a holiday? Surviving staying with the rellies
JANE E FRASER Can staying with relatives ever be a holiday?
Airlines
Flight test: Vietnam Airlines economy class
FLIGHT TEST The Vietnamese are known for hospitality and warmth, but their airline doesn't reflect this.
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.
