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Floating in Venice

Fergal Keane learns to take the slow lane in Venice. We arrived by night and crossed the lagoon towards the lights of the city. The boatman was sullen. He had kept us waiting and we upbraided him. Now he refused to speak at all. It recalled a scene from Thomas Mann’s...

Sydney's Iconic Opera House

It has to be said: Sydney has a standout attraction. While no pilgrimage would be complete without a clifftop walk from Bondi to Coogee beach or a sail under the Harbour Bridge, it’s a visit to the fabled Sydney Opera House that first-timers most look forward to.

6 inspiring travel quotes to induce wanderlust

A collection of some of the best inspirational travel quotes to help you get ready for your next adventure.

What to pack for the heat

With summer ending and winter sun on every traveller's mind, these are the best packing tips to beat the heat wherever you're visiting, to avoid the sun while respecting local culture.

Top five foodie experiences in Australia's South West

Originally famous for its chilled out surfing towns and unspoilt beaches, there is so much more to explore in the southwest pocket of Western Australia – gourmet producers, award-winning wines, towering forests, and stunning national parks to name but a few.

The traveller’s guide to Italian wine

No holiday to Italy would be complete without a pilgrimage to one of its famous wine regions, so we’ve made this at-a-glance introduction to buying wine in Italy with tips on how to read a bottle, match the wine and what to spend.