Kate Allman
Writer and broadcaster
Kate Allman is a Sydney-based travel writer, sports journalist and broadcaster. Her globe-trotting adventures regularly coincide with American football games or other major sports events. Outside the commentary booth, she’s most at home when powder skiing in the Colorado Rockies. Follow Kate on Instagram and X @kateallman_
Fresh snow and cheaper passes as Australia’s ski season kicks off
From cheaper lift passes to luxe accommodation and new transport options, this year’s snow season is gearing up to be a big one.
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- Hotel reviews
You’ll be surprised how these new Tasmanian villas were created
Saving the planet isn’t always comfortable or practical, but Sativa House manages both.
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- Opinion
- Savvy traveller
I’ll pay more to ski the US and avoid Japan’s ‘Bali on the snow’
Australians love big Japanese resorts. But you won’t find me booking a ski trip there.
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Want to ski the world’s best slopes from just $60 a day? Here’s how
The barely advertised pass. The early-bird package. It’s impossible to find day passes and resort rates this good without a little help – trust me, I’ve tried.
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A bucket-list road trip in the world’s happiest country
Universal access to nature, sauna culture and easy city living define the country often touted as the happiest on Earth.
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No-brainer ways to save on an Australian ski trip
If you’re walking up to the lift ticket window in the morning to buy a lift pass for the same day, something has gone seriously wrong with your planning.
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Australia’s highest lift ready as ski resort rivalries heat up after snow
As the resorts celebrate a strong start to ski season, here’s what’s new on the mountains this year.
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- Airport reviews
One of the world’s busiest airports gets a $2 billion upgrade
Ten years ago I waited in a snaking security queue that extended out into the snow. Now a $US1.3 billion refurbishment is making this airport one of the best.
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The capital of the world’s happiest country is full of delights
Finland consistently tops lists of the world’s happiest countries. A stay in the country’s capital goes a long way towards explaining why that is.
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The best thing about American football happens before the kick-off
Tailgating is a spectacle unique to American football. Rain, hail or shine, nothing stops the pre-game party.
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