Asia
Packer's new casino features world's freakiest ferris wheel
James Packer's new casino features a ferris wheel unlike any you've seen before.
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Craig Platt
Craig is one of Fairfax Media's most experienced digital editors. He is managing editor of Traveller.com.au having had responsibility for Fairfax Media’s travel sites and digital products since 2007. With more than 15 years of experience in digital media, Craig is passionate about bringing a unique perspective on travelling to our digital audience, utilising the vast potential of new media.
Airlines
Singapore's budget offshoot adds new Aussie route
Cheap flights to Singapore as Scoot adds flights to fourth Australian city.
Airlines
Tigerair unveils new uniforms for flight attendants
Tigerair has unveiled new uniforms for its flight attendants, abandoning the conservative dark slacks and white shirts.
Hotels
Only one Australian hotel makes world's top 100 list
Just one Australian property makes list of the world's top 100 hotels and resorts.
Airlines
Qantas to go retro on second 737 jet
Qantas has announced it will deck out a second Boeing 737-800 in retro livery following the popularity of its first 'Retro Roo' plane.
Air travel
Why you should never post a photo of your boarding pass
There's more information about you on your boarding pass than you think.
Airlines
Qantas considers non-stop, 18-hour flights to UK
Qantas could potentially surpass its own title for the world's longest direct flight with an even longer haul.
Adventure
A crazy place to go swimming
It seemed like a good idea at the time. Then I realised I'd forgotten my bathers.
Austria
The dark secret beneath The Sound of Music home
Nazi leader moved in after the family made famous in The Sound of Music moved out.
South America
Photos are not enough: The spectacular ice wall you need to see for yourself
If ever there was a sight where the expression 'photos don't do it justice' applies, this is it.
Air travel
Supersonic: Concorde to take to the skies again
The Concorde is set to fly again after a group of enthusiasts for the aircraft secured funding for a project to bring the supersonic passenger jet back to the skies.
Air travel
Australia to London in two hours: Branson's plan
Richard Branson envisages Australia-to-London flights taking just two hours. And he's well on the way to making it happen.
Airlines
'Looks like he threw up': When airline food goes wrong
Richard Branson eats more airline food than most, so he's well qualified to judge food presentation on aircraft.
Awards
The Backpacker named Travel Writer of the Year
Traveller columnist Ben Groundwater has been named Travel Writer of the Year at the annual Australian Society of Travel Writers awards.
Adventure
The harshest island 'paradises' in the world
There are no white-sand beaches, palm trees, tropical heat or exposed bodies here, but it's still a paradise.
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