Margaret Barca
The New Daily
Australia
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If you must travel by plane amid the coronavirus crisis, here's how to do it
The dramatic spread of coronavirus has travellers cancelling flights, airlines grounding planes and cutting routes. But some people still need to fly. → Read More
Airbnb's most popular Australian destinations for 2018
At this time of year we’re awash with predictions of travel trends for next year – and there are always a few surprises. This year, that surprise is Wagga Wagga. → Read More
How to stretch your travel dollar for Europe 2019
If you’re thinking of heading to Europe in 2019 you’d better put your skates on. → Read More
Best boutique hotels in Bangkok
New hotels are making Bangkok a place to linger and – alongside coffee shops, galleries, restaurants and bars – wooing a fresh breed of visitor to the city. → Read More
Travel extras likely to bust your budget
Even if you choose a package holiday, potentially budget-breaking extras can sneak up on you like a pickpocket in a European station. → Read More
Rookie mistakes to avoid when booking online
Recently, a friend settled into her aircraft seat, flicked open the in-flight mag and realised that Hong Kong wasn’t actually on the way to Los Angeles. → Read More
The surprising pluses of budget airlines
Budget airlines are no longer just an option for cheapskates and backpackers. In fact, they're often packed with surprising bonuses. → Read More
A guide for solo travellers
Solo travel is on the rise. But, all too often, it comes with extra costs and unplanned hassles. Planning will help your travel plans unfold smoothly. → Read More
Sneaky money-making tricks of budget airlines
Low-fare, no-frills airlines can lure you with amazing prices (who doesn’t want to fly to a tropical beach for $39?) but are they really a bargain? → Read More
How and where to find cheap airfares
So you want to fly further for less? Here are 14 of the best tips for finding a cheap airfare that will start your journey off in the best way. → Read More
Great travel deals to nab now
Summer might have only just finished, but now is definitely the time to start booking your next holiday (if you haven’t already). → Read More
Where Australian travellers are heading in 2018
According to Twitter, the top 10 travel destinations for Australians are London, New York, Paris, Bali, Rome, Dubai, Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Venice. → Read More
Etiquette tips for visitors to Japan
The Japanese mastery of good manners creates an aura of calm and consideration for others. These tips will keep you out of trouble. → Read More
When and where to book an affordable overseas trip for 2018
Data from Skyscanner highlights the perfect time to book flights for the best savings and a list of emerging destinations. → Read More
What a first class airfare actually gets you
The recent launch of First Class suites by two of the world’s top-tier airlines had us asking, “what do you really get when flying First Class?". → Read More
The surprising things travel bloggers pack in their suitcase
While the rest of us try to jam a few extra things into our bags for a one-week holiday, Honey Trek bloggers and authors Mike and Anne Howard, who’ve been → Read More
River or ocean – what kind of cruise is best for you?
What kind of cruiser are you? Take our test to find out whether you would be happier on the river or sailing the seven seas. → Read More
Take a bite out of the Big Apple for peanuts
How big a bite can you take from the Big Apple for next to nothing? With a little strategic planning, you might be surprised at the savings. → Read More
A summer family holiday for $1 a day? You're not dreaming
Pack your bags and get ready to roll because here’s a way to do the great Aussie road trip on even the most minuscule of budgets. → Read More
Men the biggest culprits of Instagram travel envy
Instagram travel envy? Blame it on Facebook, blame it on Instagram, but most of all, blame that holiday one-upmanship on the blokes. → Read More