TRAVEL & FOOD

Australians are choosing getaways over other luxuries, driving a sharp increase in travel advertising as airlines, cruise lines and tour operators vie fiercely for consumer dollars amid a post-pandemic travel boom.

Australia is a continent of staggering diversity, where ancient red deserts meet turquoise oceans, vibrant cities pulse with culture, and wildlife thrives in untouched wilderness.

This curated list represents the pinnacle of steak dining in Sydney, where heritage techniques meet modern innovation.

For Australian tourists, a highlight of the Japanese experience is the food. Five plates of sushi, a bowl of miso soup, soy sauce-flavored fries, and complimentary green tea come to just 968 yen — roughly 10 Australian dollars. Most sushi plates in Japan cost around AU$1, including tax, whereas in Australia, the cheapest plates are about AU$5.

Europe, with its intricate mosaic of cultures, history and landscapes, has always captured the imagination of travellers. While its iconic cities and landmarks continue to draw millions, there's a unique allure in exploring the continent via its roads.

Pack your bags, chase the Northern Lights and let Akureyri's boutique accommodations be your home while you create lasting memories in this magical destination.

The Nordic region, also known as Scandinavia, is a picturesque area in Northern Europe consisting of five countries

Qantas Airways Ltd. has pushed back the restart of international flights to December as Australia continues to suffer setbacks in its vaccination program. 

China is defending its decision to issue a travel warning against Australia for what it says is an increase in racial abuse among Asians. 

An American backpacker has revealed the things he “hates” about Australia, including slow wi-fi and “aggressive” flies. 

The warm days of summer are almost upon us. Nudity on some Australian beaches is inevitable. But exactly how much of our flesh can we bare, and when, and where?

Last week, President Tommy Remengesau Jr signed the legislation to ban “reef-toxic” sunscreen from 2020.

Pieces of metal were found inside the My Little Pony and the Avengers Giant Pops variety of Park Avenue.

A mixture of pollution and poor management has now burdened the Taj Mahal with a 24-hour layer of yellowy-brown.

What is it about roller coasters that some love so much, and is it an experience we tend to like less as we get older?

In less than a decade, worldwide sales of tequila have doubled, while sales of premium and ultra-premium brands have shot up by 292 percent and 706 percent, respectively.

The Abba-inspired sequel of "Mamma Mia" is filling cinemas around the world. But the film’s location – the small Croatian island of Vis – should now also expect to attract high numbers of visitors.

This summer, 45 million pounds of marshmallows will be toasted over a fire in America. Many will be used as an ingredient in the quintessential summer snack: the s’more.

Lake Turkana's national parks are now on the World Heritage “In Danger” list, a result of Ethiopia’s developments on the Omo river – which feeds the lake – and poor management of the parks by Kenya.

Rangers discovered the remains of two to three persons in a lion enclosure at the wildlife preserve earlier this week.

Howard Springs Bakery launched an obscenity-filled reply to a customer who dared give it a constructive criticism.

The new rule will take effect from July 1.

A woman suffering from menstrual cramps was reportedly forced out of her Emirates Airline flight.

Check out these three easy, quick and delicious recipes for Thanksgiving 2017 dinner.

Roger Hussey, a 71-year old Australian tourist, plunged to his death in a tragic parasailing accident at the Kata Beach in Thailand on Wednesday, July 12.

Federal MP Anne Aly, the first female Australian Muslim elected in federal parliament, made history on Monday when she walked the runway for the Sydney Fashion Week.

Looking for a great eating place to treat your mom this Mother’s Day? Here are some options.

An NSW man is suing American Airlines for sitting him next to obese passengers. Michael Anthony Taylor of Wollongong said he developed serious injuries during his 14-hour flight from Sydney to Los Angeles in December 2015.

Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that it will be releasing a new Naruto game called "Naruto to Boruto Shinobi Striker" for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.