Chris Ashton

Chris Ashton

Byron Bay, NSW

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Stop, stay, explore: inside Perth’s growth as a stopover hub

With non-stop flights to Europe, Africa and more, the city’s living up to its role as Australia’s...

Good and bad news in Air NZ’s reworked fares to Australia

Short-range international hops will now include a snack or meal as standard across all fares.

Check-in to indulgence at Adelaide’s best hotels

Glamorous, understated or delightfully flamboyant; there’s an Adelaide hotel for every taste.

Latam Airlines brings back non-stop Sydney-Santiago flights

The additional departures bring the South American airline’s Sydney flights to 11 per week.

Qantas hikes domestic baggage fees

Brace yourself for a 30% increase in excess baggage charges on all domestic flights.

The best cocktails to enjoy when you’re flying

Next time you scan the inflight cocktail menu, these are the mile high tipples worth setting your...

Rex Airlines Lounge Sydney Terminal 2

While not in the same league as rivals, the lounge is a reasonable pitstop before your flight.

Australian dining experiences worth travelling for

Mussels shucked fresh from the sea or foraging for ingredients via helicopter, anyone?

Air India reboots Flying Returns loyalty program

The long-running frequent flyer scheme adopts a spend-based model, rolls out new tier names, ever...

Soak up some rays at the best luxury hotels in Brisbane

The Sunshine State burns brightest in its glamorous capital, and it has a chic hotel scene to mat...

Air New Zealand unveils latest business class meals

Long-range international flights are taking off with an all-new menu, including an elevated take ...

Australia’s top luxury wellness retreats

From ice baths to yoga, hiking and breathwork, these stress-free getaways are just what the docto...

How to explore the remote Galapagos Islands in style

This UNESCO listed paradise is brimming with unique sights, and how you choose to explore is an i...

Singapore Airlines switches Cairns to an Airbus A350

The move delivers an additional 30 business class seats on every flight.

Four Seasons luxury superyachts: high style on the high seas

The luxury icon will soon transport its distinctive service and style to the Caribbean and Medite...

Sézanne Tokyo named Asia’s top restaurant; see the full list

It was a good year to eat in Bangkok and Tokyo, according to the Asia’s 50 Best awards.

QT Sydney Hotel, where theatre and fashion collide

Over a decade on from its debut, this ultra-glam hotel is still one of the city’s best.

This first class airline suite changes with the seasons

This cabin concept from the team behind Qantas’ A350 interiors is striking in its simplicity.

Sail into luxury in these ultra-glamorous cruise suites

Private butlers and in-room theatres are a mere taste of the opulence awaiting on the high seas.

Romance on rails: the new La Dolce Vita Orient Express

Launching in 2025, this new Orient Express is bringing a taste of 'the sweet life' to the rail li...