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Holidays

Noosa has transformed over the past few decades.

My happy place

Traveller’s writers reflect on the holiday destinations in Australia and around the world that they cherish the most.

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Affordable travel

From intel on the best budget accommodation to making your dollar stretch further, our experts reveal how to travel light on cash without compromising comfort.

If your package includes drinks, it’s important to know exactly what you’re paying for and what sort of quality you’ll be getting.

Booking an ‘all-inclusive’ resort holiday? Beware these eight traps

In tough economic times, the appeal of an all-inclusive holiday is obvious. But it’s important to tread carefully, especially when booking for the first time.

  • Nick Trend
Shane Hryhorec boarding a flight to Japan. Travelling in a wheelchair is totally possible… but the travel industry just needs to get on board.

After breaking his neck, Shane is on a mission to change global travel

Shane Hryhorec regularly comes across situations in hotels, cruise ships and attractions that would be laughable if they weren’t so frustrating.

  • Lee Tulloch
The German-Australian Agreement allows Australians to stay in Germany for up to 90 days without having to apply for a visa.

Want to stay in Europe longer than 90 days? Here’s how

The Schengen area rules create a problem for many Aussies who want to spend several months travelling around the Continent. But there are some options.

  • Michael Gebicki
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Essaouira, Morocco, where “Adrian” stayed on to receive medical attention before catching up to the group in Skoura.

A member of our tour group fell ill. We left him behind

It’s well into breakfast time at our hotel in Morocco and two members of our tour group haven’t appeared.

  • Michael Gebicki
The spectacular peaks of Italy’s Dolomites.

One of the world’s best hikes is no walk in the park

It’s one of the most popular hikes in Europe, with comfortable cabins and three-course meals, but it’s also a physical and mental test.

  • Rachel Clun
Spain offers the most opportunity to get off tramped trails … Albarracin in east-central Spain.

New global bucket list 2025, continent by continent

Our continent by continent expert update showcasing what’s hot and what’s not right across the world.

Ben Groundwater and family in Japan.

Your kids won’t remember that expensive overseas holiday. So what?

The reality is that the people who say this simply don’t want your kids – or any kids – around when they’re on holiday.

  • Ben Groundwater
Jasper to Prince Rupert train, Canada.

The world’s 24 greatest railway experiences

I like every type of train journey, from luxury long-distance trips to short, scenic jaunts on public transport. Here are my most memorable trips.

  • Tim Richards