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Boeing flies into drama, again
CONCERNS have been raised over one of the most popular new aircraft to grace our skies, with authorities warning of a “serious safety hazard”.
Why planes have tiny window holes
THE thought of holes in a plane probably doesn’t fill nervous flyers with confidence, but aviation experts have revealed how these ones serve a vital purpose.
‘It’s between absurd and suicidal’
IF THERE ever was a country that epitomises beauty and despair at the same time, this is it. Home to a ruthless man with a $40bn fortune, it has a shocking history.
Stalin’s secret nuclear button
IT’S like something out of a Bond film. The Soviet Union hid its ultimate weapon in a top secret bunker underground.
Stalin’s secret nuclear button
IT’S like something out of a Bond film. The Soviet Union hid its ultimate weapon in a top secret bunker underground.
Is this the best honeymoon ever?
WILLING to splurge for the ultimate romantic getaway to remember? Here’s where you should be looking ...
That’s rich: Playboy prince’s flashy trip
TALK about travelling in style. Playboy prince takes luxury travel to a new level after bringing his fleet of flashy cars to London.
Why’s everyone freaking out over this?
FROM its strange layout to its killer statue and speculation it’s actually a secret military base, conspiracy theories abound here.
Spot the sexy secret on this map
HIDDEN beneath the hills, lakes and valleys of this map lies a naughty secret. Can you make it out?
‘It’s between absurd and suicidal’
IF THERE ever was a country that epitomises beauty and despair at the same time, this is it. Home to a ruthless man with a $40bn fortune, it has a shocking history.
Hosties furious at being forced to cover up
OUTRAGED female flight attendants are threatening mutiny after they were told they have to put on headscarves before flying into Iran.
What’s going on at this holiday spot?
IT’S one of Australia’s favourite holiday spots, but it’s also very dangerous. So much so, that new measures are in place to protect tourists.
Hidden stash worth $37 billion
FROM tonnes of gold to priceless art and “UFOs”, a loot worth billions was hidden across Germany decades ago.
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Security fears keep Brussels airport shut
BRUSSELS airport is still closed while police threaten to strike over new screening measures. But airlines have options for those with booked trips.
Travel warning upgraded for Turkey
AUSTRALIANS are being warned to reconsider travelling to two Turkish cities for Anzac Day, as Julie Bishop announced changes to travel warnings.
Cabin crew’s sneaky mile high scam
A NEW survey conducted by British flight attendants reveals the dodgy behaviour they get up to during the flight.
New smartcard will change how you travel
IT’S being kept firmly under wraps, but ticket machines have begun spitting out a new public transport smartcard.
Why, Melbourne, why?
ITS airport carparking has already been exposed as Australia’s biggest rip-off, and to make matters worse they’ve just jacked up the price on bus travel.
Mega resort’s reef casino mystery
WITH its futuristic buildings and man-made seas, it looks like belongs on Mars. Instead, it’s a huge casino proposed for the Great Barrier Reef.
Airbnb is ‘not always the cheapest’
AIRBNB should be cheap, right? In most places it is, but in Australia the cost between staying in a hotel and someone’s home is less than you think.
Sea search reveals five new Apostles
TOURISTS and Australians all know the 12 Apostles, but a rare discovery shows we have been wrong about them all along.
Sorry Sydney, this is Australia’s best city
SYDNEY has long bragged about having the best beaches, and Melbourne thinks very highly of its cool cafe culture. But another city is proving travellers can have it all.
The ‘courageous’ Mardi Gras Muslims
HEAD to toe in a sequined burqa, it wasn’t the usual image you see of Muslims. But at Mardi Gras the more way out your float, the more people take note.