Reviews & advice
Opinion
Tripologist
Want to beat the luggage police? Choose the right airline
Some airlines will charge you if you’re a tiny bit over the weight limit. Others can be incredibly generous or have no weight limits at all.
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Tripologist
We want to visit somewhere visually stunning in Japan. Where should we go?
- by Michael Gebicki
★★½
Airport reviews
Tourism is booming in this developing country, but its airport hasn’t caught up
Visitor numbers have tripled, but if you’re passing through this airport expect long waits at immigration and security, and bring a book.
- by Jenny Hewett
Opinion
Air travel
Stuck between a couple on a long haul, I expected one to swap seats. They didn’t
This couple has played the spare-middle-seat lottery – booking an aisle and window in the hope that no one takes the seat between them – and lost. I’m in it. For 14 hours.
- by Catherine Best
Opinion
Travel tips
The US is about to get even more attention. Another country deserves it more
Over the next six weeks, you’re going to be hearing about the US a lot, but a hugely underrated destination should be the one we focus on.
- by Ben Groundwater
★★★★
Hotel reviews
Bargain resort has everything you need in a Bali break
The decor might be a bit dated, but there are multiple pools, great food and it’s only $162 a night.
- by John Borthwick
Opinion
Hawaii
Hotel cleaners wouldn’t let me throw something out. I had to resort to drastic measures
Within hours of arriving in Honolulu, I have enough flowers around my neck to open a small florist.
- by Justin Meneguzzi
★★★
Airline reviews
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.
- by Belinda Jackson
Opinion
Travel tips
I don’t care about views on a long flight. Here’s why I always choose aisle
I’ve been on a few long-haul flights where the person at the window hasn’t left their seat once.
- by Lee Tulloch
Opinion
Tripologist
The common carry-on items that could get you in trouble at the airport
It’s not just powdered chocolate and hair-removal devices that could slow you down the next time you’re passing through airport security.
- by Michael Gebicki
★★★★½
Hotel reviews
Luxury Australian lodge has bounced back from disaster better than ever
A tropical cyclone ripped through this region in November, but a first-time visitor would barely notice.
- by Justine Costigan
Here’s how to save thousands on a cruise, even in pricey Europe
Fwer packed ports, fewer queues, special festivals, no heatwaves, but the best thing about low-season cruising is the price.
- by Brian Johnston