Destinations

Pat Nourse gives us his guide to Hong Kong's culinary delights.

The Colombian capital's lawless days are behind it; now, it's a culinary destination in the making.

Pat Nourse pulls up a chair in one of the great eating cities of the world.

Whether it's yakitori or yakiniku, sushi or soba, dress down for ramen or dress up for kaiseki, chef Michael Ryan has every meal covered in the Japanese capital.

Time needn't be on your side to enjoy Montréal's diverse cuisine.

Want to know where the wild things are? Dive into Canada’s awe-inspiring landscapes.

Take a personal tour of some of Sydney’s more flavoursome highlights with GT chief critic Pat Nourse.

Salvatore Ferragamo, CEO Il Borro estate, shares his local knowledge of Florence, Italy.

GT’s chief restaurant critic eats his way through LA

It’s often called Mother Nature’s light show; a natural phenomenon that lights up the night sky with spectacular colours.

Discover the Arctic landscapes, hidden hotels and cutting-edge food scene of Canada’s islands.

Interior designer Kit Kemp takes us through her favourite spots to visit in London.

On the border with the Balkans, Trieste, one of Italy’s most storied cities, matches its rich heritage with Old World charm.

QT hotels first built-from-the-ground-up boutique retains the chain's trademark quirkiness but adds extra charm.

Japanese cuisine meets Mediterranean flavours on the Amalfi coast.

Like generations of seafarers and exiles, John Irving is waylaid on Ponza, enchanted by its Neapolitan heritage, film-set beauty and reputation as a hideaway for the rich and famous.

On a magical hike from Slovenia to northern Italy, Kendall Hill finds fine food and wine among an outrageously picturesque region untroubled by tourists.

Sip and samba your way into Rio's lively bar scene.

Indulge in Rio's diverse dining experiences, from pan-Asian plates, to rooftop restaurants, and classic chilli dogs.

More than a gateway to Angkor Wat, Siem Reap is a centre for Khmer culture, authentic cuisine and chic shops, writes Lara Dunston.

Artist Rebecca Raft A.K.A Rafti shows us the secrets of Fez, Morocco.

Explore Buenos Aires, brimming with creative talent, atmospheric cafés and aristocratic mansions housing glamorous hotels and bodegas.

Seattle is a sunny-in-spirit city filled with beautiful landmarks, kitsch hotels and excellent coffee.

A new company offers tours of London with unique and intimate insights into the city's creative industries.

From sour cherry and ricotta gelato to the best flat white in town, Australian expat chef Skye Gyngell of restaurant Spring in London’s Somerset House reveals her little black book of London.

From sour cherry and ricotta gelato to the best boutiques in town, Australian expat chef Skye Gyngell of restaurant Spring in London’s Somerset House reveals her London favourites.

Always ready for a party, Rio de Janeiro is about to host its biggest festa yet. The Olympic Games kick off next month in a city that mixes bold new design, revived heritage districts and laid-back Carioca charm.

With an untamed quality and charming mystique, we capture the wonders of the exotic jungle on a languid cruise along the Amazon.

With a combination of 360-degree views and more often than not an accompanying bar, there’s no better place to take in LA’s atmosphere than beside its best pools.

In a valley just outside Cape Town, Franschhoek continues the vinous tradition of its Huguenot settlers. Jennifer Byrne checks in to Grande Provence estate for a taste of South Africa’s capital of food and wine.

Entrepreneur, hotelier and restaurateur Loh Lik Peng shows us the secrets of his city.

In a valley just outside Cape Town, Franschhoek continues the vinous tradition of its Huguenot settlers. Jennifer Byrne checks in to Grande Provence estate for a taste of South Africa’s capital of food and wine.

East London is attracting a new wave of talented young chefs, writes Rosie Birkett in her new book, East London Food, enlivening an already vibrant food scene. Have a butcher’s at six of the best.

Versilia could be Italy’s best-kept secret. John Irving finds much about Tuscany’s northern resort region to woo the discerning traveller.

Step away from Bangkok’s major tourist hubs and settle into this hip, relaxed neighbourhood with a flat white by day and a Negroni by night.

Step away from Bangkok’s major tourist hubs and settle into this hip, relaxed neighbourhood with a flat white by day and a Negroni by night.

Splendid and diverse architecture, vibrant nightlife and a uniformly chic and friendly populace make Helsinki a must.

Shilo Engelbrecht, an Australian textile artist, recently went to Milan for the annual Salone del Mobile. Here, she shares a glimpse of her time spent in the city.

The Apollo team has repeated the success of its Sydney restaurant in Japan, opening the hottest Greek restaurant Tokyo has ever seen. Somewhere along the way, chef Jonathan Barthelmess found time to explore Ginza, his new stomping ground. Here are his picks of the neighbourhood.

With distinctive architecture, seriously good coffee and spicy northern Thai food, Chiang Mai rivals Bangkok for attention.

Gerald Diffey, of acclaimed Melbourne bar Gerald's, opens the door to his adopted second home.

Our team of intrepid travellers has scoured the globe to bring you the latest destinations, hotel openings and travel gadgets to know right now.

Cape Town in photos

Versilia in photos

The ultimate guide to exploring the region of Versilia, Italy, including what to do and where to stay, eat and shop.

From the high tea in the highlands to hot yoga on the coast, Ruth Ritchie embarks on a time-poor traveller's dream itinerary in Sri Lanka.

Last night Italian fashion house Fendi celebrated the opening of its first luxury hotel, Fendi Private Suites, at a cocktail party in Rome.

With a cahmere rug and mug of hot chocolate, Eliza O’Hare settles into an armchair adventure through the Canadian Rockies. Photography Chris Chen

The Freycinet Peninsula delivers onshore exertion, offshore thrills and unexpected detours.

From drinks and dos to eats and retreats, our go-guide to Sydney has you covered. Are you ready to live it up, or wind it down, in the harbour city?

Roadtripping on the NSW Far South Coast reveals the magic of one of the country’s best-kept secrets.

Roadtripping on the NSW Far South Coast reveals the magic of one of the country’s best-kept secrets. Helen Anderson explores its pristine beauty, discovering perfect oysters, hip new venues and a wave of savvy entrepreneurs along the way.

This gem in Spain’s Balearic Islands has more to it than its party reputation. Discover Mallorca’s charismatic culture and cuisine in the charming capital and pretty mountain villages with this travel guide.

Armed with a Caipirinha and a sense of adventure, Tatyana Leonov enjoys Rio’s pre-Olympic energy – Copacabana Beach is just the beginning.

Steeped in symbol and tradition, Kyoto is Japan’s wellspring of culture and refinement. Drink deep and find inspiration and restoration both.

From ambitious chefs to robust street art, post-earthquake Christchurch is a city alive with creative energy, writes Max Veenhuyzen.

A first not only for Perth but Australia, Como The Treasury hotel resides grandly within the redeveloped historic State Buildings complex...

Expat Aussie chef James Henry took the French capital by storm at Au Passage and his own restaurant, Bones. Here he shares his favourite haunts in his adopted city.

Now linked to London by a direct Eurostar service, Marseille, France's second city, is riding a fresh wave of energy and creativity, writes Rosa Jackson.

A leisurely road trip from Bordeaux to Limoges promises long lunches, sojourns in châteaux and a ticket to happiness.

A leisurely road trip from Bordeaux to Limoges promises long lunches, sojourns in châteaux and a ticket to happiness.

Jennifer Byrne heads to Zambia for a boutique safari experience and gets up close – a little too close, even – with the beauty and the beasts.

With intimate new hotels, luxe spas, and top-notch dining and shopping, Sin City shows a more sophisticated side, writes George Epaminondas.

Genoa, the coastal town that gave the world pesto, Christopher Columbus and Renzo Piano, holds surprises around every corner. John Irving explores its labyrinthine lanes.

Neil Perry takes Gourmet Traveller's Maggie Scardifield on a whistle-stop tour of his best-loved haunts in one of his favourite cities.

Is this Western Europe’s most unlikely culinary capital? Rob Ingram uncovers the best – and the wurst – of dining and drinking in Munich. Prost!

With a vibrant cultural scene, buzzy bars, smart dining and glam hotels, no wonder Colombia’s jewel is a jetsetter magnet, writes Kendall Hill.

Siena, famed for the Palio horse race which runs this month, is a medieval gem and a sure-fire winner in the arts and culinary stakes, writes John Irving.

Downtown Los Angeles is heading uptown as trailblazing bars and eateries bring new life to the central business district.

Adelaide is flourishing anew as a destination for savvy food- and drink-lovers. David Sly gives us the lowdown.

After putting Scandinavia’s food firmly on the global agenda, the Danish capital’s culinary culture has evolved and grown, writes Jeni Porter, and given rise to a new wave of compelling bars and restaurants.

Baby, it’s cold outside. Beat the chill by revelling in winter’s creature comforts, or head north to where the sun always shines.

A private mansion in the 8th, a seductive maison of boudoirs and a neighbourhood hangout in South Pigalle - three boutique lodgings are redefining Paris hotel chic.

Fine dining, contemporary art and an atmospheric souq make the capital of Qatar a compelling travel destination.

With its rich colonial past, Mauritius is an island nation where distinct traditions have formed a culture and cuisine all its own, writes Michael Sheather.

Move over Liberty Bell; there’s more to Philly than its history, starting with its thriving art scene, writes Lindsey Tramuta.

Long one of the world’s great dining capitals, Hong Kong has shifted into overdrive, with more – and better – restaurants opening faster than ever before. Pat Nourse test-drives the best of the latest.

Art, artefacts, archeological digs and fine artisanal produce meet in the captivating capital of Campania, writes Katie Parla.

A sense of faded grandeur once cast a pall over Turin, but after a facelift and an infusion of creativity the former Italian capital exudes dynamism and could just be the country’s best-kept secret.

At the tip of Long Island is Montauk, a fishing village that balances its rustic charms with splashes of urban glamour, so near yet so far from its manicured neighbours, writes George Epaminondas.

With landmarks and laneways rich in history, a sassy drinking and dining scene and unique shopping, Lisbon’s got the goods, writes Kendall Hill.

Dive into the bustling, exhilarating streets of Mumbai and hop from street vendors to canteens to cafés in search of exotic flavours as Christine Manfield reveals her all-time favourite hotspots.

The pristine reefs of the Maldives teem with showy, shimmering clouds of fish, while above water all is serene and sybaritic. Helen Anderson enjoys the best of both worlds.

You haven’t eaten on Indonesia’s most popular island until you’ve explored the rich, bold flavours found in the traditional warungs. Bali insider Maya Kerthyasa takes us on a tour of the best.

With new chefs and new venues bolstering the already impressive eating and drinking on offer, the Mornington Peninsula has never been better – just ripe for the summer holidays, writes Michael Harden.

Bangkok’s central Sathorn and Silom districts are vibrant, fast-paced and teeming with art, bars and restaurants, writes Lara Dunston.

There’s much more than wine to savour in Bordeaux, writes Lindsey Tramuta, although while you’re there that’s always an option.

Is Sumba the new Bali? Not if the locals can help it; for now, its offbeat ancient culture, sole resort and perfect wave are the preserve of a privileged few, writes Richard Cooke.

Miami has outgrown its kitsch beach-town short pants to become a showcase for art and architecture, with high-end hotels and a rich dining scene, writes George Epaminondas.

From street stalls to beach resorts, the exacting taste of emperors has left a remarkable legacy in central Vietnam. Kendall Hill eats like a king.

From Nice’s finest pan bagnat to original salade Niçoise, homegrown ratatouille to perfect pistou, Rosa Jackson shares the culinary highlights of her adopted city.

Europe’s gateway embraces contemporary cool and Turkish tradition. Katie Parla crisscrosses the city for a taste of East and West, old and new.

Thanks to a new generation of chefs, London’s dining scene is now more diverse, inclusive and vibrant than ever. Pat Nourse surveys some of the capital’s best new hotspots.

Kendall Hill island-hops aboard the Silver Galapagos and gets up close and personal with the denizens of the deep.

Max Anderson faces his fear in the Colorado Rockies, carving – sometimes ploughing – through the world’s biggest acreage of groomed snow. At a trifecta of Vail resorts, he finds the powder is fresh, the tires are fat and the tracks are fast.

Historic lakeside Geneva is a city made for walking, in summer sunshine or wrapped up against the chill, writes Brian Johnston.

Pippa Holt arrived in the Irish capital via Melbourne and London, fell in love and made it her home. From the Ned Kelly connection to a world-class department store, the fashion consultant and editor shares her favourite Dublin moments.

From luxury villas to tasting menus, beach clubs to cooking classes, Phuket’s new attractions are small but perfectly formed, writes Lara Dunston.

The nation said to be perpetually on the brink of change is, in fact, changing, and for travellers to Havana this means first-time access to unique holiday rentals, cool bars and edgy art galleries. Lydia Bell witnesses the Cuban capital’s new revolution.

Beyond sausages, sauerkraut and smoked beer, Bavaria is defined by its treasure trove of UNESCO-listed palaces and towns – at once old and robustly young. Rob Ingram time travels through two thousand years.