We're seeing a renaissance of the New York hotel restaurant
New York has seen a flood of notable new hotel restaurants by high-profile chefs. Here are some of the best.
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Rob McFarland
After abandoning a sensible career in IT to travel and write, Rob McFarland now divides his time between Sydney, the US and Europe. He’s won six writing awards, including Australian Travel Writer of the Year, and regularly runs workshops for aspiring writers. While not averse to the charms of a 5-star hotel, his most memorable travel experiences involve adventure. Highlights include scaling the mist-shrouded mountain behind Machu Picchu and rafting the Futaleufu River in Patagonia.
London's coolest new food joints for burger, steak and lobster
London's hottest new restaurants focus on one ingredient... And they do it well.
Flight Test: Skip Heathrow in style on your next trip to London
With a menu like this, the food is the highlight of the whole flight.
It's a marvellous night for some Colorado moonshine
Local produce is the new gold in the Colorado Rockies and the whiskey is no exception.
Verdict on Singapore classic's multi-million dollar refurbishment
A sympathetic update that has breathed new life into a much-loved Singapore institution.
Decaying property transformed into luxury
Thompson Hotels have graciously returned this New York property to its former glory.
New record-breaking attraction is not where you'd expect
It's a heady feeling going up the top of the world's tallest observation tower, which also happens to be the world's most slender tower.
New Orleans: Hide and seek in voodoo land
'There's nothing I can tell you that's going to prepare you for what's going to happen in there.' says the manager.
Europe's artisan city that invented Ferrari's first engine
Home to some of the finest marble in the world , this town has another claim to fame.
Thailand's new beachside hotel that's a playful mix
This new Thai hotel is a playful mix of French elegance and Thai whimsy.
Flight Test: Air New Zealand premium economy
There's a dedicated crew and extra touches include hot towels and sparkling wine after take-off
USA
LA's multicultural menu
Los Angeles is full of delightful authentic restaurants and stores that most tourists never go near.
Japan
Kyoto samurai's terrifying sword trick
'Don't worry,' says Samurai Joe. 'I have done this 3000 times and only made one mistake.'
USA
Praise Prohibition: Los Angeles' best hidden bars
New York once led the pack when it came to these clandestine drinking dens but LA is now hot on its heels.
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