The Sydney vs Melbourne rivalry only seems to grow more intense each day. But what is it really all about? It’s obviously about more than just football and beaches. We decided to delve into the differences between Australia’s two biggest cities. Some of these comparisons you might find surprising, others you might have already stowed … More

When it comes to pyrotechnics mastery, the People’s Republic has everyone whipped. The Chinese invented fireworks back in the 7th century, of course, and the rest of the world has been playing catch-up ever since. Don’t believe it? Just go to a high-rise Shanghai hotel for Spring Festival (or any huge occasion) and gawk at … More

The entire world comes together to celebrate Chinese New Year – an event regarded with the highest level of importance by the huge (and still increasing) Chinese populations present in almost every country on the globe. Check out how some of the best destinations in Asia celebrate the event. Kung Hei Fat Choi!

So I’m extremely tempted to blow my entire Christmas bonus on a spur of the moment ski week somewhere in North America. I’ve heard from some friends and colleagues that the snow hasn’t been so good this year so far, however. Any suggestions or tips? Brent Q., Sydney Summit of Whistler, British Columbia – Photo … More

No contest. Two words that sum up the model airports and airlines of the planet versus the duds and the flops. And in what can be no bombshell to anyone with a pulse, the best of the best, high-tech or otherwise, cluster primarily in parts of the world with sunny economic upsides, massive capital investments … More

Done in by yet another rank and file, banal still-life on the wall of your hotel bathroom? Perhaps a smart art hotel is in order. If a bold and tasteful aesthetical ethos is on your list of prerequisite perks, book a room at one of these fine UK hotels. While they may not occupy the … More

What is the best way to commemorate the arrival of the First Fleet at Botany Bay, Sydney Cove in 1788 and the declaration of British sovereignty over what was then New Holland? From Grand Slam tennis to pyrotechnics, a venerable awards ceremony to a live music fest, we run down some of the best options.