Air travel

Adding new airs and graces

Jane Reddy Airports have finally recognised that they need some new tricks to keep their passengers satisfied.

The Tripologist

Should I be afraid of radiation on planes?

The Tripologist Ionising radiation has the potential to damage cells, tissues and enzymes.

Netherlands

Put on your party clogs

Forget herrings, Heineken and hangovers — Holland's capital is enjoying a second Golden Age, writes Kerry van der Jagt.

Cruising: shore excursion

Sometimes racy, even a bit spacey

Amsterdam has a real buzz and we enjoyed every bit of it.

All aboard the beer bike

Tourists in Amsterdam can rent a pedal-powered bar dubbed the 'beer bike'.

Transport hotels among the world's strangest

Take a look at some of the world's strangest hotels - converted planes, trains, helicopters and more.

World

Culture on every corner

We've trawled the globe to find this year's 10 most compelling cultural events.

Europe

Keys to the cities

A Bordeaux bolthole for $120 a night? A riverside retreat in Lisbon for the same? Here's our guide to some of Europe's best-value hotels and guesthouses this season.