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Sarah Steger celebrating Holi.

Travel tips: The 10 hostel must-haves for over-30s

Sarah Steger shares some hostel hacks for the 30-plus traveller — so you don’t lose your mind (or your back support).

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The neon signs of blues clubs on Beale Street in downtown Nashville.

The best hidden foodie gems the US has to offer

The US may have a reputation for fast food, doughnuts and bad coffee, but a recent trip showed this is undeserved. 

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A video of a teenage girl's impromptu mid-flight performance has taken social media by storm.

WATCH: Teen’s ‘nightmare’ mid-flight performance

A video of a teenage girl’s impromptu mid-flight performance has taken social media by storm, leaving many travellers divided over what is (and isn’t) acceptable behaviour at 30,000 feet.

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The incredible alpine views.

Banff is the spiritual heart of Canadian Rockies

There is a quiet kind of magic in Banff during winter. I can see why people call this the spiritual heart of the Canadian Rockies. 

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Cheaper fuel costs have helped drive down airfares for Aussie travelers this year.

Airfares drop across Australia as jet fuel prices tumble

Australia’s two biggest airlines are expanding flight routes and cutting prices for travellers, with lower fuel costs and more seats easing pressure on prices.

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In Turkey, passengers who get out of their seats before the plane has stopped taxiing or crowd the aisle before it’s their row’s turn to deplane will now face fines.

Plane passengers who stand up too early will now face fines

A new air travel rule has sparked debate — and it could cost some passengers more than just their patience.

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The Kyneton Springs Motel has a distinctly mid-century vibe.

Autumn the perfect time to visit this pretty Victorian town

Just an hour and a bit from Melbourne, Kyneton is well worth that weekend holiday side quest, finds Clare Rigden

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Never wear this one thing if you’re getting on a flight.

Never wear this on a plane or you’ll end up covered in pee

A veteran flight attendant has spilled on what not to wear when getting on a plane and offered advice for women considering one item in particular.

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After years in the making and a 184-day retrofit, Air New Zealand has redesigned 787-9 Dreamliner is ready for takeoff.

Major airline fixes hated travel issue, but there’s a catch

It’s one of the most uncomfortable issues for travellers when flying, but now, a major airline has redesigned their plane fit-out to potentially save passengers a very awkward encounter.

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Sarah (right) with Sana Boutros at Everest Base Camp.

‘Test my limits’: What it’s like to hike Everest Base Camp

Sarah Steger challenges herself to the Everest Base Camp hike: ‘I’ve dreamed of achieving this goal for years — not for a summit, but to test my limits and push beyond what is comfortable and easy’.

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Qantas announces major sale on flights to nine destinations across Asia.

Major airline drops massive week-long sale

Aussies looking to swap winter chills for an affordable escape are in luck with a major airline launching a massive week-long sale.

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The Walt Disney Company and Abu Dhabi’s Miral announced an agreement to create a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Disney drops major theme park announcement

Disney have made a major announcement to build a mega theme park and resort in a popular connecting destination for Australian travellers. 

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Charlie Albone and Clarissa Feildel visit Uluru

Red sand and camel tracks: Charlie Albone’s Uluru journey

Charlie Albone: If you told me I’d be riding a camel through the central desert of Australia as the sun dipped behind Uluru, I’d probably laugh, but here we are

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Popular content creator KJ has shared her top travel tips to be a ‘carry on queen’.

The ‘Carry-On Queen’ spills her best kept travel secrets

A travel influencer has revealed insider tips from her flight attendant mother, including surprising secrets most travellers don’t know but absolutely need before their next trip.

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