Reviews & advice
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: How should I spend a three-day stopover in Tokyo?
What are the recommendations for hotels, tours/tour guides, and things to see for first-time visitors?
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Air travel
I tried the ‘world’s best neck pillow’ and I still didn’t sleep
- by Ben Groundwater
★★★★★
Hotel reviews
This is one of the world’s few luxury hotels that deserves its icon status
A stay at this impeccable property is a unique experience steeped in history and indulgence.
- by Trudi Jenkins
Opinion
Air travel
Don’t embarrass yourself: How to behave in business class
Turning left? Here are a few do’s and don’ts from a frequent flyer, who has seen plenty of entitled behaviour over the years.
- by John Arlidge
Opinion
Development
Failing golf courses should be reimagined for the many, not the few
When inner-city land for housing or other community purposes is in short supply, aren’t all those lush fairways a luxurious use of land we no longer can sustain?
- by Lee Tulloch
★★★★½
Airline reviews
Airline review: I’m in love with this European national carrier
It’s my favourite airline to fly in Europe and they take special care of families. It’s a national carrier Greece can be proud of.
- by Flip Byrnes
Opinion
Air travel
I thought I was flying Air NZ. Instead, I’m on an airline I’ve never heard of
Once onboard, I realise this is not the dreamy aircraft I thought I would be on.
- by Julia D'Orazio
Opinion
Italy
I’ve been visiting Italy since the ’80s. Here are 12 lessons I’ve learnt
What’s a shakerato? Where are the best toilets? Are baby gangs a thing? Check out these expert tips ahead of your next Italian holiday.
- by Michael Gebicki
Ten great things you can do for free in New York
A billionaire’s playground, New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world. Which is why it’s surprising there are so many free things to do.
- by Kristie Kellahan
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: Should we travel by train or plane in France and Italy?
Train travel is preferable to flying, but the only practical way to experience many of the treasures of rural France and Italy is by getting behind the wheel.
- by Michael Gebicki
Ten body language mistakes you need to avoid overseas
Smiling doesn’t always mean someone’s happy, using your left hand can be offensive and so can pointing your foot in the wrong direction.
- by Brian Johnston
★★
Airport reviews
Greece’s main airport is cramped, overcrowded and devoid of any graces
Considering Athens airport processes 25 million passengers annually, it’s efficient enough. Just don’t linger if you don’t have to.
- by Brian Johnston