Belinda Jackson
The Sydney Morning Herald
Australia
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Past articles by Belinda:
10 historic buildings reborn as stunning luxury hotels
Former grand railway stations, government office buildings, factories and even a prison are being transformed into luxury heritage hotels, preserving cities’ histories pin the process. → Read More
Airline review: Firefly Airlines Boeing 737-800, economy, Langkawi to Penang
With two flights checking in simultaneously and only two desks open, check-in is best described as a bunfight. → Read More
Australia travel guide: The highlights (and lowlights) of each state according to comedian Jimmy Rees
Each state and territory has their own particular quirks that they are famous for, yet sometimes you need a comedian to help point them out. Jimmy Rees is just the man for the job. → Read More
Visiting Saudia Arabia as a woman: I went to the notoriously sexist country as a solo female tourist
Sweeping social change in Saudi Arabia sees the door open to independent female travellers. → Read More
Airline review: Crew on 'world's most improved airline' need more improvement
Voted the world's most improved airline in Skytrax' 2021 awards, don't expect a matey approach from the cabin crew. → Read More
Ain Dubai, the world's largest observation wheel, review: Twice the size of the London Eye
In a city where bigger is better, it's only natural that Dubai's latest statement structure, Ain Dubai, is now the world's largest observation wheel. → Read More
Christmas gift guide: Gift ideas for people who love travel
Giving that special someone a holiday for Christmas this year will not only delight the recipient, but also support an industry that has been doing it tough. → Read More
Camp Island, Whitsundays: Your own private island for $225 a night (a person)
Sleeping eight guests only, the Whitsundays' newest private island resort is open for business. → Read More
Seven of the best places to see the Southern Lights, Aurora Australis
One of the globe's biggest natural events is poised to unfold – and you don't need a long-haul ticket to see it. → Read More
Port Fairy, a travel guide: Avoid the Great Ocean Road crowds, and head to the seaside town most Victorians miss
Just three hours from Melbourne, this delightful town is far from the full car parks and bad coffee of Victoria's Great Ocean Road. → Read More
The hidden isles: Six of Australia's lesser-known island adventures
There are 8222 islands linked to our country, plenty for all. Here are a few you may have overlooked in your travels. → Read More
Paradise on a budget: Australia's cheapest islands
From flashpacking to glamping, staying in a prison or on a pristine beach, Australia's best budget island stays may be cheap, but they are also unforgettable. → Read More
Heart Reef, Great Barrier Reef: Off limits for 45 years, you can now finally visit this iconic spot
The darling of the reef is a selfie-free zone – and for that we should all be thankful. → Read More
Airline review: Bizarre inflight service for this short, no-frills flight
Dubai to Almaty with FlyDubai: Keep your expectations low to avoid disappointment. → Read More
Tips for Australian travellers: How to drive on the right-hand side of the road
Focus, take it slowly, be courteous. And don't be alarmed by car horns. → Read More
Intrepid launches women-only tours to Pakistan and Israel and the Palestinian Territories
Women-only travel is emerging as a major travel shift with the company launching two new women-only tours in 2020. → Read More
Best things to see, do and eat in Tahiti: Expert expat travel tips
Tahiti has an abundance of beauty and fresh food - but one local delicacy takes some getting used to. → Read More
Things to see, do and eat in Stockholm, Sweden: Expert expat travel tips
Best things to see and what to avoid in Stockholm. → Read More
Five things to know when exploring Belgium's design heart
Belgium could teach Paris a thing or two in the style stakes. → Read More
Australia's first surf park URBNsurf opens in Melbourne
It's the same size as the MCG, the waves are all perfectly formed, there are no rips and no sharks. → Read More