Ute Junker
Travel writer
Ute Junker is a freelance writer and editor who has been covering travel for more than 20 years.
The destroyed town that became one of Europe’s most beautiful places
Ravaged by fire more than 100 years ago, this remote Scandinavian town bounced back to become one of Europe’s most scenic spots.
- Ute Junker
$16,000 for two nights: On board Australia’s answer to the Orient Express
There are just two of the new luxury suites on board the Ghan and, despite the hefty price tag, they’re already all but booked out for the rest of the year.
- Ute Junker
Our experts’ 52 greatest money-saving travel tips
From which day of the week to book your flight to where to score a discounted high-end meal, our travel experts do the bargain hunting for you.
- Brian Johnston, Ute Junker, Ben Groundwater, Belinda Jackson and Michael Gebicki
Asia’s 25 greatest cities to visit, ranked and rated
World events have drawn the gaze of many travellers back to Australia’s nearest continent and its kaleidoscope of urban wonders. Here’s our pick of the best cities.
- Ute Junker
The ultimate, day-by-day itinerary for a grand month in Europe
Over the past 10 years, formerly obscure destinations have become mainstream. For the best route through Europe today, travel more slowly and dive deeper.
- Ute Junker
From North to South, the 25 highlights of the Americas (plus five to avoid)
Taken together, the three Americas – North, Central and South – form one of the world’s most compelling destinations. But with so much to choose from, where do you start? Here are our picks.
- Ute Junker
New bucket list: The 25 best things to do in Asia right now
You could spend decades exploring this continent and never get bored. Its diversity is dazzling, from ancient civilisations to the most modern cities.
- Ute Junker
Food was never a highlight of this tiny European country – until now
This island nation is blessed with such an over-abundance of attractions, it’s hard to narrow down the highlights. Food is now on that list too.
- Ute Junker
Two weeks, seven stops: Revived original ‘Kangaroo route’ takes off
First launched in 1947, the original Kangaroo Route, hopping through eight countries on its way to London, has been revived for a special flight.
- Ute Junker
Beyond the Louvre: 10 other must-visit Paris museums
The glorious Centre Pompidou is closed until 2030 and the Louvre is hiking its entry fee by 45 per cent, but Paris has more to offer than these icons.
- Ute Junker