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the balcony view inside the Penthouse at The Rees Queenstown
Accommodation

The Rees Hotel Queenstown: where luxury meets spectacular scenery

The five-star apartment-style hotel is considered one of the great hotels of Queenstown. Quentin Long checks in to see if The Rees is much more than its incredible views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables.

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the Trixie Motel drag show lounge
Things to do

How to spend 48 hours in Palm Springs, USA

Nestled in the heart of the California desert, Palm Springs is a sun-drenched oasis that blends mid-century modern design with a vibrant arts scene, luxurious spa and natural beauty.

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a historic building in Ayrburn, New Zealand
Food & Drink

This food and wine precinct has elevated New Zealand’s South Island foodie scene

A historic sheep farm in Queenstown weaves together colourful stories from the past with a laser-focused eye on the future.

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Airplane on a twilight sky
Travel guide

Aviation turbulence soared by up to 55% as the world warmed – new research

No, you're not imagining it, turbulence has started to increase.

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a bowl of ramen at Japanese Soba Noodles Tsuta
Cultural Travel

The 9 best budget Michelin restaurants around the world

Treat yourself to a Michelin-starred meal with plenty of holiday funds to spare.

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Close-up of a young woman fastening her seatbelt in an airplane.
Travel guide

Here’s what happens to your body during plane turbulence – and how to reduce the discomfort it causes

How to reduce the discomfort of plane turbulence.

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picturesque views from Swon Khun Pu Life Museum
Cultural Travel

How the Golden Triangle has transformed into a sustainability hub

The once infamous Golden Triangle – the confluence of Thailand, Myanmar and Laos – is moving towards a sustainable future. And here’s how you can visit this intoxicating southeast Asian corner with a conscience.

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One of the animals in Japan is a snow monkey and this one is enjoying the pool.
Cultural Travel

8 of the most incredible wildlife encounters in Japan

From macaques bathing in hot springs to red-crowned cranes dancing in the snow, Japan’s wildlife is something else.

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the bathroom at Moksa
Accommodation

A stay at this Japanese hotel will nurture your mind and spirit

In a traditional inn at the foot of a sacred mountain, find serenity and a luxurious reset on the outskirts of Kyoto.

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11 of the best train journeys around the world

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