Qantas testing mobile biometric technology

Qantas flyers can use their smartphone as their passport in a biometric trial launched this week.Qantas and airport IT partner SITA say the trial is a first of its kind. Participants store their passp…

Shane Watson: How to choose travel buddies

Best mates may not make ideal holiday companions, so quiz them before you leave home, says Shane Watson.Right. No point beating about the bush on this one: there are six people in the world who you ca…

Staying at the Paparoa Hotel, Kaipara

Chris Schulz checks into the Paparoa Hotel, Kaipara.Getting there: A week ago, we’d never heard of Paparoa, but after being persuaded to check it out, we headed up for a quick weekend trip. It&r…

6 Ways to Lessen Flight Day Stress

There was probably a time in the “good ole days” when flying was a pleasant and comfortable experience, even in the economy seats, but with airlines trying to squeeze out every penny, flig…

The Silent Revolution Of Robots In Tourism

Don’t be surprised if you cross paths with a robot running up and down the aisles and entering the elevators, the next time you stay in a hotel. They take extra towels for guests, give informati…