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Three fabulous vermentinos to drink on the beach
Whether with oysters in the Languedoc, salt cod in Catania, or fish and chips at your local beach, these Mediterranean classics produce wines to love.
- 33 mins ago
- Max Allen
It’s just us and the whales off Tasmania’s east coast
A five-day voyage on a converted abalone boat delivers spectacular scenery, wilderness hikes and the bliss of sharing the water with no one but the odd fisherman.
- 33 mins ago
- Craig Tansley
Following the Vikings’ steps in Neolithic Orkney
On the Orkney islands, you can marvel at Viking runes in chambered cairns, or visit Europe’s oldest stone house from 3700 BC and a magnificent 12th century cathedral.
- 33 mins ago
- Barry Stone
Two EY consultants are about to row 5000km in a tiny boat with no loo
Their biggest challenge is the test to their friendship, say the crew risking life and sanity to raise funds for mental health in a mad Atlantic dash.
- Steve Meacham
Lotus is going big, with some exciting and surprising cars
Under its cashed-up Chinese owner, the boutique British sports vehicle maker is set to undergo a radical and ambitious remaking that includes SUVs and sedans.
- Tony Davis
Yesterday
Three new mega-ships lure uber-rich with apartments at sea
The idea of a residential cruise ship was once synonymous with The World, but a spate of new competitors offer luxury apartments for a life at sea.
- Mark Ellwood
- Opinion
- Opinion
The new Apple Watch is really annoying - and that’s a good thing
We often find ourselves at the mercy of too many screens - but Apple’s new Series 7 Watch could be the answer to this problem.
- John Davidson
$162k for 2 people for 11 days? The most expensive suites at sea
The top suite on any ship doesn’t come cheap, but hey, it’s all-inclusive – with more hidden extras rolled in than a butler has trays.
- Fiona Carruthers
This Month
For this CEO, 3km powering through the ocean is child’s play
These days, former competitive swimmer Jill Berry takes to the water for fun – and to help keep others safe in the surf.
- Life & Leisure
Been there, done that? Get set to sail Saudi Arabia
The first international guests to embark on a Red Sea cruise from the kingdom since 2004 finds it full of surprises, not least of which are the luxury toys passengers get to play with.
- Jane Knight
A day to be charmed in Little Venice
Chioggia lies at the southern end of the vast Venetian Lagoon. It’s a quirkier, pocket-sized version of the famous nearby floating city, one with abundant fresh seafood.
- Tony Davis
Top London chef reveals her recipe for podcast success
Ruth Rogers, co-founder of the famed River Cafe, is turning her talents to a new podcast in which celebrity guests are on the menu.
- Lauren Sams
How you can live the VIP high life on a superyacht
Not everyone can afford a superyacht, but a new charter company founded on the Gold Coast is offering an entrée into that exclusive club, one cabin at a time.
- Fiona Harper
Don’t be surprised if you start seeing these machines everywhere
Eijiro Tsukada has designed a device intended for the global colonisation of the home, office and cafe, one cup of perfectly made matcha tea at a time.
- Leo Lewis
#Boatlife: The families selling up to live – and work – at sea
A growing armada is taking advantage of the remote labour practices ushered in by COVID-19 to escape the rat race for a life of marine adventures.
- Simon Usborne
Some of Australia’s greatest surf photos are now collected in one book
A new book of photographs documents Australia’s ongoing love affair with a life on the ocean waves.
- Steve Meacham
Paspaley turns deep-sea treasures and tattoos into fine jewellery
The brand’s new collection features rare, pristine Pinctada maxima pearls alongside precious finds their divers have retrieved from the depths.
- Lauren Vadnjal
From trash to treasure, marine debris goes haute
Plastic fished from the sea is being spun into couture dresses, sunglasses, surfboards and more to highlight the beauty and fragility of our oceans.
- Stephen Todd
Why marine ingredients are the hottest ticket in skincare
The ocean takes up most of our world, so it stands to reason it would be a rich source of natural wonders. The bonus? They can do wonders for your skin, too.
- Lauren Sams
Three incredible single malts to try on a Scottish sojourn
Dreaming of a ramble around Scotland? Try these whiskies to get you in the mood.
- Max Allen
The best new luxury London hotels for your next trip
Aussies heading to the British capital have a clutch of new luxury lodgings to choose from, including the urbane The Londoner - and Claridge’s ‘super suite penthouse’ is soon to come.
- Fiona Carruthers
What international arts festivals can teach Australia
Adelaide Festival co-artistic directors Neil Armfield and Rachel Healy have returned from Europe with a swag of shows and lessons for how to restart festivals in Australia.
- Jane Albert
Tony Wheeler on travelling in the time of COVID-19
Since arriving in London in July, Lonely Planet founders Tony and Maureen Wheeler have been getting out and about, and have some advice for Australian travellers.
- Tony Wheeler
From dairy to weddings: Discover Cupitt’s Estate
This charming family farm turned wedding destination near Ulladulla has now expanded its food, wine and hospitality offerings with 10 flash new sleeping pods for two.
- Fiona Carruthers
Gallery of Central Australia boosts Uluru’s indigenous art
Indigenous artists are benefiting from the program at Ayers Rock Resort, which ensures ethical sales of their works and offers an artist-in-residence scheme.
- Fiona Carruthers
