Copyright 2025 Nine Entertainment Co. Pty LimitedThe top News headlines from The Sydney Morning Herald. For all the news,visit https://www.smh.com.auhttps://www.smh.com.au/rss/traveller.xmlhttps://www.smh.com.au/icons/rss/smh.pngen-AUWed,30 Apr 2025 15:18:08 +1000https://www.smh.com.au/rss/traveller.xmlWed,30 Apr 2025 15:18:08 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonThis floating city is packed with churches,palaces and art. Although overcrowded and maddening,it’s impossible not to fall under Venice’s spell.5d88bee4-5d90-418e-9e4b-7673f09c3d2ehttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-venice-italy-20250430-p5lvby.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerWed,30 Apr 2025 10:20:06 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonDon’t miss one of Europe’s most attractive old towns,which has a lively,lived-in atmosphere thanks to its university and manufacturing credentials.2762d237-1c9a-4910-8a4a-03baf498289ahttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-regensburg-germany-20250430-p5lvbc.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerWed,30 Apr 2025 09:40:28 +1000Travel/ Reviews&adviceKatherine ScottA multimillion-dollar overhaul has turned this guesthouse into the ultimate hideaway in one of NSW’s buzziest tourist towns.53e63874-615f-4d78-9f28-5288171ea784https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/can-you-still-chill-in-overcrowded-byron-at-this-perfect-spot-you-can-20250204-p5l9df.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerWed,30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000Travel/ InspirationDavid WhitleyFor most Australians,Heathrow Airport is their first and not always most beloved introduction to the UK. But it doesn’t have to be.d5d4c647-ce27-43c0-8b51-0721000bb3d2https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/heading-to-the-uk-here-s-how-to-avoid-going-through-heathrow-20250411-p5lr0u.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerWed,30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000Travel/ Reviews&adviceBen GroundwaterThere are only seven essentials I take with me every time I travel;they’re the things I know I need and will make use of on every journey.a28615ac-1271-48f6-9044-dc8a0ad9e0behttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/seven-essential-things-i-always-pack-and-three-i-never-do-20250429-p5luzz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerWed,30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000Travel/ Reviews&advicePaul MarshallIf you come to Japan and find yourself at McDonald’s,you need to take a long,hard look at your reflection in that greasy wrapper.9875a534-124f-4603-855f-4da6cae486adhttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/mcdonald-s-in-japan-some-tourists-are-too-tasteless-to-travel-20250429-p5lv4k.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerWed,30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonTaipei’s outlet to the sea might be down-at-heel,but it has several charms and a great local vibe – and Taiwan’s throbbing capital is just a short ride away.d081d3e5-bf67-472f-9af8-9a27e6782417https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-keelung-taiwan-20250429-p5lv7p.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 17:20:07 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonDon’t imagine all the best things to see and do in London are in the downtown core. This district has great sights,open spaces and far fewer crowds.2369343c-c981-4172-aede-b178e34f9ef6https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-greenwich-london-uk-20250429-p5lv7e.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 16:58:30 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonMarketed as the city at the end of the world,Ushuaia has a frontier spirit that gets you in the mood for rugged adventure.3d52e95a-5dc5-42bc-88d7-97e6972ef15dhttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-ushuaia-argentina-20250429-p5lv75.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 16:50:25 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonDiverse ethnic groups have created an eclectic variety of architecture,religions,cultural observances and cuisines in the quirky capital of Penanga1353512-adb2-4d7c-9be6-3dd162176b5chttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-george-town-penang-malaysia-20250429-p5lv6t.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 16:26:41 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonThe fortified,peninsular town of Cadiz,ancient but still energetic,is one of the highlights of Andalusia. Don’t miss this local,under-the-radar charmer.2ee54e80-f994-441f-833c-0b8b0d345282https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-cadiz-spain-20250131-p5l8q8.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 16:15:38 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonThe wild,remote location of Anchorage is exhilarating,but so too is the discovery of a sophisticated city with great dining and museums and friendly people.346585d8-b01d-4459-b728-32b05963e2achttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-anchorage-alaska-20241212-p5ky06.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 16:06:47 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonMumbai is a freewheeling,trendsetting,fashionable,glamorous city that typifies the buzz and challenges of fast-changing,contemporary India.1bca194b-bd00-49a6-a82c-59a5b3fd6320https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-mumbai-india-20241018-p5kjhr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 16:02:45 +1000Travel/ Reviews&adviceBrian JohnstonThe Nile River is the most astonishing river cruise destination in the world,and Luxor has some of its biggest and best sights.a894dc36-4954-4d86-a821-de2818a92cd3https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/port-guide-luxor-egypt-20240719-p5jv38.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 15:57:49 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonEastern Europe’s great port city takes you from medieval trading times to the anti-Soviet movement,and into a lively 21st-century revival.fb99199f-ea84-4b03-86fa-fa863ed6f369https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-gdansk-poland-20240705-p5jrg3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 15:55:13 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonThis is one of Australia’s busiest ports beyond the capital cities,and for good reason. You won’t want to waste a minute of your time ashore.dda32630-1f02-4400-bdf0-48f5079378e3https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-cairns-australia-20240509-p5iysk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 15:49:01 +1000Travel/ InspirationBrian JohnstonBordeaux is a lively,graceful city with more heritage-listed buildings than anywhere else in France except Paris – and famous vineyards nearby.dfce31be-58d7-486c-8b17-0f9e1630bb18https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/port-guide-bordeaux-france-20250429-p5lv61.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 15:26:24 +1000Travel/ InspirationCraig TansleyIt was the setting for an international hit musical,but most people know little else about this quiet,wind-swept corner of Canada.25a53726-e7fb-4f8c-9f5a-67be451fb4ebhttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/a-piece-of-paradise-locals-kept-to-themselves-until-now-20250404-p5lp6m.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000Travel/ Reviews&adviceLee TullochIt’s an extremely distressing event for many,including passengers. But it’s even worse for flight attendants.f08f1cef-9358-4aa5-aa4b-271dda0dbea8https://www.smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/i-was-on-a-plane-when-someone-on-board-died-20250411-p5lr11.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000Travel/ InspirationJenny HewettThere’s plenty of traditional culture to experience in this stopover favourite. You just need to know where to look.7f905bc1-7551-4d14-95cf-f4aac8aa934dhttps://www.smh.com.au/traveller/inspiration/seven-highlights-of-dubai-beyond-the-glitzy-skyscrapers-20250417-p5lsl9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_travellerTue,29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +1000