South-East Asia
- Opinion
- Beach and island holidays
Tourists have ruined many of Asia’s best islands, but not this one
It is not so easy to find an island where the culture hasn’t been compromised to chase the tourist dollar.
- Lee Tulloch
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Forget the hotel buffet, for breakfast you can’t go past this $3 dish
There’s normally no reason to be on Bangkok’s streets before 8am, but the best way to start your day in this city is a visit to this noodle shop.
- Ben Groundwater
With no end in sight to US-Iran war, Australia is getting oil from some unlikely places
Global trade is trying to rebalance due to the economic carnage of the US and Israel’s war with Iran. That means Australia is getting oil from some very unlikely places.
- Mike Foley
Alternative route to Japan offers great food and service – plus it’s cheaper
The economy seats might give off ’80s vibes, but the food, service and extraordinary baggage allowance make up for it.
- Belinda Jackson
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- Hotel reviews
In a sea of enormous skyscrapers, this historic eight-storey hotel still stands out
This historic Singapore property deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as its world-famous rival – a gorgeous, grand and luxurious stay in a great location.
- Craig Platt
- Opinion
- Travel tips
I’ve been a backpacker for two decades. Here are 20 things I’ve learnt
Overnight buses are never worth it, hostels still suck, you always pack too much and the greatest luxury you’ll ever need is time.
- Paul Marshall
Looking for a cheaper holiday? Here’s where you can find it
Surging airfares and disruption to routes are leaving Asia’s beaches and hotels empty. One country in particular is offering exceptional bang for buck right now.
- Jimmy Thomson
- Opinion
- Opinion
I’ve always said ‘I hate Bali’. It’s time for a rethink
I’ve fallen into the trap of viewing the island negatively because my past couple of times there were less than wonderful. Perhaps I’m just not doing it right.
- Lee Tulloch
- Opinion
- Thailand
I went for one last holiday swim. When I got back, all my stuff was gone
I needed to get to Bangkok in order to obtain a new passport. The only problem? To get there, everyone wanted to see my ID.
- Craig Tansley
A ride through this stunning landscape is travel at its most rewarding
My odyssey through areas where tourists never venture might not be travel at its easiest, but if you’re willing to take it on you’ll find paradise, pure and simple.
- Paul Marshall