Ben Groundwater

Blogging: it’s a vicious, anonymous world; so why does Sydney Morning Herald travel blogger Ben Groundwater want to go out and start putting faces to his readers’ made-up names? Armed with a backpack, a laptop and a cover story in case of emergency, Ben has a plan: to boldly travel around the world, relying purely on the kindness of his...

Ultimate Food & Drink: Australia is your complete touring guide to the best wineries, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants in Australia’s premier wine regions, without the fuss. Experienced travel writer Ben Groundwater has travelled through more than 30 gourmet regions, and gives you the lowdown on only the very best places to visit. Have limited time? Ben offers up a 'perfect'...

Neon Lights in Tokyo is your guide to navigating the colossal world within a world that is Tokyo. A city of almost 40 million people, Tokyo is a jungle of skyscrapers with labyrinthine subterranean roots. Japan's capital is big, bold, and often highly intimidating to the uninitiated. But this needn’t be the case. Neon Lights in Tokyo will not only...