Opinion
Opinion
Europe
Europeans are angry about tourists, but they’re blaming the wrong people
If overtourism is the cause of so many problems in Europe, why are we having the same issues here in Australia?
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Paris
I tried to be a ‘cool’ traveller in Paris. It didn’t work
Like most who visit, I had my Parisian fantasy. I’d do as the locals do and have an “authentic” experience. It was a mistake.
- by Natasha Bazika
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: Is five days enough to see both Siem Reap and Luang Prabang?
“I have five days after landing in Siem Reap and wondering if there is enough to do or should I fly to Luang Prabang for a few days?”
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Tripologist
Five things every visitor needs to know about France
The French say “good day” a lot, they are quiet in restaurants and they don’t wear athleisure gear.
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Food and wine
I ate at ‘the world’s worst restaurant’ and now it’s even worse
It’s world-famous and notoriously expensive, but don’t spend your money like this. There’s better food in the world.
- by Ben Groundwater
Opinion
Tips & advice
Stuck in an unfamiliar city at midnight, I accepted a lift from a stranger
The prospect of arriving in an unfamiliar city fills me with unease. So I don’t hesitate when a woman seated beside me offers a lift.
- by Catherine Marshall
Opinion
China
Visa-free or not, few Australians want to go to China
China has announced Australians will get visa-free entry for stays up to 15 days, but will it make any difference?
- by Lee Tulloch
Opinion
Tripologist
The airlines offering cheaper versions of business class
You can save on a business-class fare if you’re willing to forgo some of the perks you’d usually expect.
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Olympics
Traffic jams, sirens and delays: Here’s what Paris is like right now
Much of the city centre will shortly be off limits to tourists who don’t have tickets for the Games. But, even now, getting around is a struggle.
- by Anthony Dennis
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: What places in southern Italy must we absolutely visit?
“We are completely unfamiliar with the bottom part of Italy. Could you recommend the places we must absolutely include on our trip?”
- by Michael Gebicki