I’m a pilot, yet my barber tried to convince me the Earth is flat
That’s 20 minutes of my life I’ll never get back, as I tried to work through enough facts to debunk his strange belief.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteI’ve stayed in 1000 hotels around the world. Here are the 10 best
From big luxury names to small boutique properties you might never have heard of, an expert names his ultimate hotel experiences.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteA country escape without leaving Melbourne’s city limits
A rural reset in Melbourne’s deep north – and without the crowds of the Yarra Valley? Marnong Estate is a one-stop shop of good wine, food and accommodation.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteDespite not visiting for 50 years, this island is still my favourite place
A new job took my grandfather to paradise. Joining him there was the highlight of my childhood.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
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Japan at its most beautiful? It’s not cherry blossom season
On this trip we see the beauty of Japan in full blaze. What we don’t see are crowds.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
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Eight of the strangest aviation projects of all time
Most aviation engineers these days play it safe – which might be why planes haven’t changed much in 60 years. But here are a few designs that broke the mould.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteThe exciting future of air travel is somewhere I don’t want to go
Airlines are spruiking non-stop connectivity on flights as a major selling point. But even billionaires don’t want it.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
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‘Arc de Trump’? The 20 most over-the-top buildings ever constructed
The US president’s proposed monument would join a long and rapidly growing list of structures we could probably do without.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:02:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteFantasy on wheels: Baz Luhrmann, Catherine Martin design train carriage
Drama, theatrics and a whole of colour will be onboard this designer-led luxury train.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteIs Qantas domestic business class worth it? For this price it is
It might only be a short flight between two capitals, but given a business class ticket isn’t that much more than economy, I opted for the upgrade.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
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Everything you need to know about Chinese New Year around the world
Crowds are immense and hotel and restaurant prices soar. If you want to plunge into the Year of the Horse festivities, here’s how to do it well.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteI take an overnight flight every six months. Here’s what I’ve learnt
This flight is a killer. It’s not long enough for a decent sleep, it’s not short enough to stay awake.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +1100
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The Vietnamese dish you won’t find in Australia (and can’t make yourself)
If you think it’s tricky finding specialist ingredients to cook authentic Vietnamese food at home, wait until you try this one.
Mon, 16 Feb 2026 02:00:00 +1100
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