David Smiedt

Suitcases can be a travel minefield – a set of the high-end brands can set you back thousands of dollars, but are the cheap ones just as good?

It's time to put your foot down.

Ready, set, pack.

Travel north from Byron Bay over the New South Wales border into the Sunshine State and you will find a playground for beach lovers.

From wildly strict dog laws to its bloody origin story, this has to be one of the world's most quirky countries.

Travel was once just about two things: relaxation and fun.

One of the Land Of The Rising Sun's best - and briefest - attractions is its spectacular cherry blossoms. Here’s where you need to go, and when, if you want to see them. 

Konichiwa cruisers!

Although severe turbulence affects only one departure in 50,000, it is still a major fear for flyers.

The Thai island is much beloved by Australians. Beautiful beaches, stunning resorts, exquisite food and a very friendly currency exchange rate.