James Booth

James is DMARGE’s former Deputy Editor specialising in all things travel, regularly visiting destinations across and beyond Australia to bring our readers first-hand travel experiences and advice.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in International and Global Studies, James was well-versed in all things travel before working at DMARGE for over five years. He now covers travel for Escape.

Airplane with staircase; boarding under warm sunlight.

Why You Should Always Try To Board Your Flight First

The amazing race...

Benefits Of Flying First-Class That Business-Class Travellers Have No Idea About

License to laze.

Superyacht on fire at Ferretti Yachts shipyard.

Fire At Superyacht Shipyard A Millionaire’s Worst Nightmare

So much for smooth sailing...

Scooter Hire Bali: surfboard sunset ride.

Hiring A Scooter In Bali – Advice That Could Save Your Life & Money

One lucky man reveals the action that saved his life, in the hope that others will do the same.

The Best Economy Seats On Australian Domestic Airlines

"A few inches here and there won't make or break a trip. Getting sat next to the constantly-in-demand toilet will."

Lockheed Martin's superplane rivals A380 above clouds.

The Ambitious Superplane That Could Have Rivaled the A380—But Never Took Off

So heavy it would crush most runways.

Lewis Hamilton’s Hair Transplant: Fact or Fiction From An Expert

A modern miracle.

Expertly chilled wines in ice, ready to enjoy.

Which Red Wines You Should Be Cooling, According To A Sommelier

Think red wine should always be drunk at room temperature? Think again.

6pm lively scene: cafe dining, music duo.

Why You Should Never Go Out For Dinner At 6pm In Spain

Consider yourself warned...

Ginger ale cup held against airplane window view.

Why Ginger Ale Is the Go-To Drink for Many Frequent Flyers

If you haven't tried ginger ale on a flight, you haven't lived...

Bread selection with butter packets, hotel setting.

Hotel Insider Shares Hygiene Tips for Safer Buffet Choices

Viral TikTok video reveals the dangers of risking it for the biscuit(s)...

A man walks down airplane aisle past passengers.

Why Overtaking Passengers to Exit the Plane Is the Most Annoying In-Flight Offence

Should passengers caught doing this 'innocent' act be put on a no fly list?

Pour-over coffee maker with copper kettle and barista tips.

The Single Most Important Thing To Do When Making Coffee At Home, According To A Barista

One simple tool could be holding you back from caffeinated greatness...

Guests relax at Australia's Designer Motel pool.

Australia’s Designer Motel Trend Is Taking Guests Back To The Swinging ’60s

What's old is new.

Colorful town overlooks sea; dome church prominent.

Qantas Brings ‘La Dolce Vita’ One Step Closer With Direct Australia To Italy Flights

Ciao Bella!

Man with man bun and gauge earring lounging.

What I Discovered After Two Weeks of Rocking a Man Bun

"Man buns don't give you instant sex appeal."

Blonde person in pink shirt on airplane.

Former Flight Attendant Shares Practical Tips for Sleeping on Red-Eye Flights

Don't suffer in silence.

Airplane seats with screens and dim lighting.

Why You Couldn’t Hurt Yourself Onboard A Plane, Even If You Tried

That's what aircraft interior designers hope for, anyway, as part of a process called 'de-lethalisation.'

St Hugo, Chris Ringland, Dandelion wines displayed.

10 Best Australian Wines You Can Buy Right Now

Drops of goodness picked by a bloke who knows best.

Man Found Alive in Plane’s Landing Gear After Risky Journey from Guatemala to the U.S.

A man has survived a flight from Guatemala to Miami hidden in the landing gear of an American Airlines jet.

‘Equivalent To A Tanning Bed’: Window Seat Warning For Passengers

"An hour on a plane at normal flight altitude is equivalent to about 20 minutes in a tanning bed," some reckon. But is it really so bad?

Discover Jervis Bay’s Hidden Cave, a Stunning Rival to Malta’s Blue Grotto

Put your overseas ticket on hold?

Figure 8 Pools Offer Stunning Views & Unexpected Danger

It looks like heaven on earth. But there's a catch.

Business Class area: exclusive passengers only.

How To Sneak Into Business Class & Get Away With It

Nothing ventured, nothing gained...

Airbus jet features luxurious bedroom and design.

Take A Peak Inside Airbus’ Most Luxurious Private Jet

Feast your eyes.

Person with Slim Shady Cut, beard, red top.

The Slim Shady Cut Is Back—But Nailing It Takes More Than Just Bleach

The dark side of the salon...

Person in swimsuit enjoys Wollongong waterfall serenity.

Weekend Adventures South of Sydney: Waterfalls, Hikes, and Surf in Wollongong

Who needs Byron Bay when you've got this?

Busy Australian beach, sunbathers, boardwalk, umbrellas.

Iconic Australian Beaches Threatened By Oil Drilling Licence

Some of Australia's most iconic stretches of sand (not to mention the livelihoods and lifestyles of over 6 million Australians) could be under threat, thanks to a controversial licence which allows fossil fuel companies to drill the ocean bed between Newcastle and Manly.