On board the cruise giant back in Australia for summer
★★★1/2
Ship reviews

On board the cruise giant back in Australia for summer

One of the biggest ships to cruise Australian waters,Quantum of the Seas,manages to (mostly) not feel too crowded,despite having close to 5000 passengers aboard.

  • byCraig Platt
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Step back from the carousel:My (unrealistic) travel wishes for 2025

Step back from the carousel:My (unrealistic) travel wishes for 2025

On my 2025 fantasy wish list hotels will have easy-to-find light switches,Qantas will serve proper meals again and the Aussie dollar will strengthen.

  • byBen Groundwater
This trick can get you the best seat on the plane (but there’s a catch)

This trick can get you the best seat on the plane (but there’s a catch)

A new travel trend called “check-in chicken” could bring you free extra legroom - but it comes with some risks.

  • byGreg Dickinson
The verdict on Melbourne’s luxe new hotel with knockout dining
★★★★
Hotel reviews

The verdict on Melbourne’s luxe new hotel with knockout dining

The 1980s called,and it wants its Jarrah back. But seriously,those deep,reddish tones are a beautiful base for design firm Kennedy Nolan’s vision.

  • byKatherine Scott
Central Sydney hotel gets a new life (again)
★★★½
Hotel reviews

Central Sydney hotel gets a new life (again)

This property has gone through several iterations,previously as a Travelodge before becoming a Mercure and now a Novotel after a $20 million revamp.

  • byCraig Platt
A $297 charge for OnlyFans? My card details were stolen on holiday

A $297 charge for OnlyFans? My card details were stolen on holiday

Credit card scams are on the rise and tourists are common targets. Here are five tips for avoiding what happened to me in Europe.

  • byKristie Kellahan
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You won’t get any arguments about reclining in this economy seat
★★★★
Airline reviews

You won’t get any arguments about reclining in this economy seat

Flying overnight from Singapore is always a difficult trip,but I’m in one of the best economy seats you’ll find without paying for extra legroom.

  • byCraig Platt
Spectacular Arizona adults-only escape
★★★★
Hotel reviews

Spectacular Arizona adults-only escape

With its exquisite design and some of the best views in Sedona,this adults-only gem does come at a hefty price – it’s definitely in the “special occasion” category.

  • byJulie Miller
The truth about those ‘bargain’ airfare sales

The truth about those ‘bargain’ airfare sales

During sales,you’re unlikely to find any cheap flights on the most popular routes. But there are still ways to get a cheaper flight.

  • byMichael Gebicki
Italy’s biggest train station is surprisingly well planned and easy
★★★★½
Train journeys

Italy’s biggest train station is surprisingly well planned and easy

It handles nearly 500,000 passengers every day,but it doesn’t feel like it. The dining options will make you want to arrive early.

  • byJenny Hewett
The verdict on edgy Australian hotel brand’s first Asian property
★★★★½
Hotel reviews

The verdict on edgy Australian hotel brand’s first Asian property

Housed in a handsome heritage building in Singapore’s financial district,QT Singapore is a dazzling showcase of the brand’s trademark styling.

  • byRob McFarland