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‘Our taste buds have been corrupted by truffle oil’: Chasing the real deal in Italy

A trip to a tiny village in the heart of Umbria’s mountains uncovers some black magic.

  • Michael Gebicki

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Kings of Leon, l-r: Matthew Followill (lead guitar), Caleb Followill (lead vocals, guitar), Nathan Followill (drums) and Jared Followill (bass) in fromt of the Mildura mural.

‘Did they come here by mistake?’: Mildura’s Kings of Leon moment

Almost until it happened, Mildura had trouble believing it had scored its first concert by a major international act. Here’s how, and why, it came about.

  • Karl Quinn
Beyond the fragrant garden is a terrace offering panoramic views. The
large table, by Santa & Cole, is designed to resemble an open kitchen.

Inside a luxurious Italian villa that pays tribute to the sea

The first thing you notice is the garden – each step offers panoramic views: on one side, the countryside, on the other, the water.

  • Sonia Cocozza

Book that holiday, it’s good for your health

Travelling isn’t just about lapping up the wonders of the world. It can also be therapeutic.

  • Evelyn Lewin
A panoramic aerial view of the historic town of Dubrovnik,

Yes, a European cruise should be on your 2023 holiday wishlist

Cruising is back and Europe has more options than any other continent with every port providing a wealth of attractions and experiences.

  • Brian Johnston

After a fabulous European holiday, I’m no longer hostile to hostels

One of the more positive aspect to “grey hostelling” is that older travellers are so much more interesting than younger ones.

  • Kathy Lette
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Rewatching Lost in Translation nearly 20 years on: a rude awakening

At the time, the movie was celebrated for capturing Tokyo’s essence – yet for much of it, the city is noticeably absent.

  • Amelia Lester
Louie the toy unicorn with Ruby the kangaroo in the new Tourism Australia ads.

Unicorn travels Australia in push for overseas tourists

A toy unicorn is the latest – and possibly most unusual – character to join Tourism Australia’s official campaign to get international visitors back.

  • Rachel Clun
Rae Brown and his sister Heather are among people who booked air tickets during the pandemic who are battling travel companies to get their money back for cancelled flights.

Australians’ hopes for cancelled flight refunds rise under EU, UK laws

Travellers are turning to European protections to secure ticket refunds as NSW complaints spike over cancelled flights.

  • Anna Patty
An old shearing shed has been transformed into a five bedroom luxury retreat.

The travel bug bites: ‘I’ve only got 20 decent summers left’

Post-pandemic, we’re wasting no time, looking for ‘immersive’ holiday experiences and enjoying the privilege of being out and about again.

  • Amanda Hooton