Today
Discover the real Tokyo at its listening cafés
Dotted around the city, they are not for eating or talking but for hearing music played on elaborate stereo systems. A new documentary lends an ear.
- Jessica Sier
This Month
Caviar and crocodiles. What’s not to like?
Seabourn’s maiden voyage between Broome and Darwin represents a step change in the way Indigenous people take part in the burgeoning business of Kimberley cruising.
- Rohan Sullivan
Richard Goyder’s board was on cruise control
For all its politeness, Tom Saar’s review remains a devastating indictment of Richard Goyder’s board.
- Myriam Robin
Quackers: How rubber ducks are taking over cruise ships
The whimsical trend is growing in popularity, but not every cruise company is on board with it.
- Sara Ruberg
Why Nice is having a moment in the sun
The venerable resort town on the French Riviera has got its groove back. Here’s how to make the most of it.
- Ute Junker
Travel insider: a curated selection of top deals
Introducing our new regular column of holiday ideas featuring new openings, cruises, adventures and more.
- Life & Leisure
This lawyer lived a double life for 20 years. Now he’s going all in
After almost two decades of taking time out from his day job at some of Australia’s largest companies to lead adventure tours, David Sinclair is launching his own travel company.
- Ronald Mizen
Crete’s iconic Blue Palace opens new chapter
With a growing collection of resorts, two local sisters are staying true to the proud heritage of Greece’s largest island.
- Kate Hennessy
The IVF initiative saving the Great Barrier Reef
Scientists are making huge advances in restoring the reef by introducing what amounts to a vast IVF program for heat-stressed coral.
- Hannah Tattersall
Get off the grid to explore the undisturbed islands of Okinawa
In this part of Japan, there’s no word for retirement in the native tongue. A unique, immersive cruise itinerary will help to reveal why.
- Brad Thompson
July
Rex’s CEO got juiced-up contract six days before grounding
As Australia’s aviation industry seethed with rumours of Regional Express’ woes, newish CEO Neville Howell had a spot of good luck.
- Myriam Robin
How much champagne is too much? Depends on the airline you’re flying
We joined Singapore Airlines on a whirlwind tour of its premium suppliers across France’s Champagne region. This is what we learnt.
- Michael Bleby
The suburbs where Australians drink the most champagne
Baby boomers are big drinkers of imported bubbles, but younger consumers are driving demand for alternatives such as prosecco.
- Michael Bleby
It’s not just great skiing. Aspen’s restaurant scene is Michelin quality
When Bosq became the first restaurant in a North American alpine town to be awarded a star, it cemented the resort’s reputation as a dining hotspot.
- Cosima Marriner
The six best hotels in Tokyo under $750
While entry-level luxury hotel rooms start at about $US800, there are still great deals to be had. And costs bottom out in August when the weather is maximally hot and humid.
- Brandon Presser
Win a 10 night boutique expedition aboard PASPALEY PEARL*
In partnership with PASPALEY PEARL by PONANT, Financial Review subscribers have the chance to win a 10 night Dili to Bali Expedition for 2 in 2025, all-inclusive worth $40,000.
The cost of Europe’s backlash against tourists
Record visitor numbers are provoking protests, but their spending props up the economy. Policymakers are trying to find a balance.
- Barney Jopson
How the Olympics will change Paris
After a divisive election, this northern summer’s Games will fire the starting gun on a vast project to transform the French capital.
- Simon Kuper
‘Paris is the perfect place for older women’
Sarah Wilson is living her dream life in a city she says treasures lively arguments and genuine curiosity over wealth and property. This is how she spends her weekends.
- Hans van Leeuwen
The ups and downs of flying business on Singapore Airlines
Great food and privacy in a large bed – if you can find a spot for your feet.
- Ingrid Fuary-Wagner
