Tips & advice
The charming hot spring town that time forgot
In this charming Japanese town big hotels are banned and the buildings that are here are camouflaged in a dense valley of trees.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: What are the best things to do on a short stay in Istanbul?
“Any suggestion on where to stay and what to do to explore the history and culture of Istanbul for two or three days?”
- by Michael Gebicki
The best (and worst) times to visit the world’s greatest tourist sites
These are some of the world’s most popular – and crowded – places, but if you plan your visit correctly, you can experience them without the tourist hordes.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
Opinion
‘Get undressed, or get out’: Here, it’s normal to get naked with colleagues
I have nothing against getting my clothes off with a bunch of strangers, but when it comes to friends and colleagues, would I feel different?
- by Keith Austin
Six perks of a Eurail pass most travellers overlook
Think a Eurail pass is just about trains? Think again: six money-saving perks to bookmark for a Euro summer.
- by Natasha Bazika
Opinion
Opinion
The greatest travel experience of my life was filled with danger
Pretty much all my favourite travel memories feature some sort of discomfort or challenge mixed with the fun.
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Savvy traveller
Here’s what to do if you’re robbed overseas (I speak from experience)
As we crossed an intersection in a chic, vibrant neighbourhood, a man jumped off a motorbike and literally onto the back of my travelling companion.
- by Katie Dundas
Flying to Europe? Here’s how to get a free (or cheap) stopover on the way
Why arrive exhausted? Some airlines are offering a free stopover, while others offer major discounts on hotel stays and more.
- by Julietta Jameson
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: What places should we visit with 10 days in Japan?
“We are a family heading first to Fukuoka but what other places should we include on the way back to Tokyo over 10 days?”
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Savvy traveller
I flew 300 hours in economy class last year. Here’s how I get the best seat
When faced with long-haul horror, gaining a spare seat or an entire row of seats on “full” flights demands strategy and tactics.
- by Flip Byrnes