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Japan

Cities that shine after dark

Ben Groundwater steps out in Japan's capital after dark and is drawn into an amazing whirl.

Latest travel news

Royal visit means big bucks for tourism

Nina Karnikowski Australian tourism operators are reveling in the influx of enquiries and bookings that have resulted from the visit, which is expected to lead to tens of millions in tourist spending.

India: Mumbai's first boutique hotel a microcosm of the city

Letters: Travelling solo tips

Bargains: Deals of the week: Ayers and graces

Latest travel news

South America

Caribbean dream

From its mountains to beaches, this corner of Colombia offers plenty, writes Andrew Bain.

USA

Encounters with ancients

America's natural landscape is home to the history of its people, writes Tim Richards.

Indonesia

Riding the new wave

Craig Tansley uncovers the future of surf resorts in Indonesia.

Germany

Pleasures and pain

The bonhomie of present-day Berlin casts into sharp relief its sinister past.

Scotland

Talk of the Town

Edinburgh's mysterious 'modern' half deserves exploring, writes Anthony Dennis.

South Australia

Cellars market

UTE JUNKER Clare Valley is a welcoming place for young vignerons and wine lovers of all ages.

Expert traveller

Luxe Nomad

Bob Carr complains about business class

LEE TULLOCH Who would have thought the humble pyjama set would be trending on social media?

Tripologist

Everyone asks: Medicare cover on cruiseships

If I take a cruise along Australia's coastline, are medical expenses covered?

Mama Holiday

I don't want my kids sitting next to a man on a plane

TRACEY SPICER Sure, not all men are paedophiles but offenders are predominantly male.

World's top 10 cities for cycling

THE BACKPACKER It’s doesn't include Sydney, obviously, despite its new cycle lane. Nor Melbourne, despite its handy lack of hills.

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Traveller quiz

Traveller quiz, April 26, 2014

Where would you find the world's highest observation wheel?

Travel Insider

Bag behaviour: when baggage handlers go bad

JANE E FRASER The shocking thing about the Air Canada baggage handlers is that people were shocked.

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Air travel

Flight test: Etihad Coral economy class

FLIP BYRNES I was so parched at one point I considered drinking my contact lens solution.

Luxe Nomad

Rail rules: Slow or fast, train travel is the best

LEE TULLOCH I'd rather be on the ground than on the sea or in the air. Train is the way to go.

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Top travel photos

Top travel photos, April 25, 2014

Take a look at some of the best travel photos from around the world this week.