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Australians are avoiding the US. Has the Land of the Free lost its lustre?
I don’t think the US travel experience has changed a lot since before the pandemic. The welcome is as warm as ever. So why aren’t Australians going?
- by Ben Groundwater
Traveller Letters: Qantas meal caused medical emergency
The Qantas website stated the meal did not contain nuts, but it did.
The former ‘murder capital of the world’ is now overrun with tourists
The wave of both short- and long-term visitors in Colombia’s Medellin is creating unique challenges because it happened virtually overnight.
- by Andrea Jaramillo
Spend the festive season afloat with these sunny Christmas and New Year cruises
There are some fabulous options for spending Christmas Day and New Year onboard a cruise ship.
- by Julietta Jameson
Move over Iceland: It just got easier to visit this hugely underrated island
Now you can explore the unique wonders and heritage of Greenland on an upgraded cargo ferry with the launch of three locally driven itineraries.
- by Julietta Jameson
Traveller letters: Bus tour passengers - this is not the place to hang your wet underwear
“When someone complained, they said we were all welcome to hang our items on the line as well.”
These ‘floating hotels’ have the largest pools of any river-cruise ship
If you ever wished your river-cruise ship had a pool, or even just a bigger pool, then your wish has been granted.
- by Julietta Jameson
Passports are old-fashioned. Some countries are doing something about it
Just about every other important document in your life is now on your phone. Your passport could finally be next.
- by Michael Gebicki
Traveller Letters: Fantastic, cheap airline deserves access to Australia
“We are an island nation that needs open access for all airlines, so we are well-connected with the world.”
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Hotel reviews
October Travel Hot List: ‘The new Byron’s’ cool motel and celebrity restaurant
Take a look at the hottest new hotels and attractions around the world as well as our latest reviews.
Traveller Letters: I received priority treatment despite flying economy
“Despite flying economy class, on receiving my boarding pass at Bangkok Airport I was directed towards the priority lane.”