I often wonder what the captains think of the Captain’s Table, writes @missleetulloch

Tens of thousands to fly in for World Cup despite high airfares

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Once upon a time, the price an airline charged for a flight depended on whether you were travelling in high or low season. Not any more.

Keen to escape Australia in August? Here are the countries and cities to visit for their summer, winter or welcoming dry season. @WanderWithBrian

Jackson’s appendix burst on his gap year. Things got worse from there

At the southernmost point of Europe sits a hilltop town with food, architecture and even a spa that traverses the centuries.

After climbing into the top five last year, Qantas has hit its lowest-ever ranking in the annual World Airline Awards.

With a few bells and whistles, this German carrier is more comfortably low-cost than basic budget.

From fish-and-chips to haute cuisine, cruise ships provide a temptation of dining choices. Here’s our food-lover’s guide to the best restaurant meals at sea.

The largest economy class seats of any Qantas plane and a special ‘Wellbeing Zone’ will feature on the airline’s planned non-stop flights to New York and London.

Itoshima may not be on most Australian visitors’ radar, but locals know there’s a good reason to flock here: oysters, cheap and plentiful.

No.1 Keep your body parts to yourself. @missleetulloch

If you haven’t flown Qantas in a while, you might be surprised to hear about the current system for getting passengers on a plane.

Qantas’ new short-haul aircraft promises big changes, including a quieter and more comfortable flight.

Passengers have always been able to request a seat change after take-off. Would you pay extra for a “neighbour free” option?

The first piece of advice is: don’t do it. Don’t fly long distances with young children. It’s the worst. @bengroundwater

‘I flew with Qantas business class to Santiago, Chile, recently. I was expecting a seat that worked.’ r

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I’m not even talking about old maps you can frame and put on a wall. I mean online maps where you’re a blue dot on a screen you can pinch and move. @bengroundwater