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Australia’s first ‘glamping’ site still reigns supreme in the bush
Paperbark Camp has managed to package all the good things about camping with none of the annoyances.
- by Jane Richards
Opinion
Japan
If it feels like everyone you know is going to Japan, it’s because they are
- by Ben Groundwater
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Your life will never be the same after visiting this unfinished masterpiece
Here’s how to get the best out of a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece in Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia.
- by Ben Groundwater
The surprising thing about sushi for first-time visitors to Japan
Yes, Japan is home to this delicious rice and seaweed morsel, but you might be surprised to find it’s not a dish that’s on everyone’s lips.
- by Ben Groundwater
Give Bali a break: Nine amazing places you should visit instead
There are plenty of beach getaways that offer far more than the island we have all loved too much.
- by Craig Tansley
New York, LA … Bentonville? America’s most unlikely city of culture
It’s just after 3am and I’m wide awake. Fortunately, everything in this small town revolves around art, and there’s still plenty to do, even at this hour.
- by Alexis Buxton-Collins
This breathtaking valley has many stories, but nature gets the last word
Located in the South Island’s dramatic Fiordland region, the Hollyford Valley is full of myths, legends and epic tales of hardship and resolve.
- by Rob McFarland
Nine things that will surprise you in paradise’s overlooked capital
Tahiti is often viewed merely as a gateway to the surrounding picture-perfect islands, but in Papeete you’ll find surprises around every corner.
- by Katrina Lobley
Travel quiz: Where do Heineken and Amstel beers come from?
Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with the weekly travel quiz.
The world’s 10 most ridiculous statues
Around the world there are statues notable for their grace, elegance and dignity. Then there are these … from public urination to stroppy tantrums.
- by David Whitley
Opinion
Bali
You’ll need a holiday after tackling Bali’s nightmare airport queues
Planeloads of people all ahead of you in lines, wandering bewildered or hopping from queue to shuffling queue, questioning “Am I in the right line?” Who knows?
- by John Borthwick
This Italian town has a world-famous name, yet is ignored by tourists
Nobody gives a thought to Vinci, even though the town is attached to one of Western culture’s most famous names.
- by Brian Johnston