Far from the hustle and bustle of the daily commute, Australia's luxury rail journeys take a different, more romantic track. It is rail to be enjoyed rather than tolerated: savoured for the trip ...

Three hours: that’s how long it takes Shelita Buffet to get ready. There are false eyelashes to glue and cheekbones to contour; there’s a neon-bright wig to preen and a sequined pink leotard to tug on ...