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Tripologist
Why an eSIM is a game-changer for overseas travel
Only a couple of years ago, travellers had to buy a physical SIM card – and try not to lose the existing one in the change-over.
- by Michael Gebicki
Train-themed hotel offers luxurious Singapore stopover
This Pullman hotel leans heavily into the brand’s vintage train aesthetic with a first-class welcome for jet-lagged guests.
- by Shaney Hudson
What Aussie flyers need to know about the new ‘pets in cabins’ rules
Changes are afoot for pet owners and those who’d rather not share the skies with dogs and cats. So how will the proposed new scheme work?
- by Kristie Kellahan
Glam new Scottish hotel’s divisive look has earned it a rude nickname
W Edinburgh looks like nothing else in the city. And the views from this swirling newcomer are out of this world.
- by Steve McKenna
Bring cash to avoid queues, crying kids at this bureaucratic airport
Cairo airport handles 26 million passengers a year. Allow time (and patience) for its lengthy security – better still, bring cash.
- by Belinda Jackson
Airline review: It has a bad rep, but I would definitely fly this again
Was it just my lucky day, or do the bad experiences receive more airtime? Surprisingly, my first-ever easyJet flight exceeds expectations.
- by Catherine Marshall
Opinion
Tripologist
I’ve done all the dumb things – so you don’t have to
I’ve made many mistakes in my life as a traveller. The stuff-up list is long, and therefore I am exceedingly well-equipped to offer advice to others.
- by Michael Gebicki
This exceptional hotel is in one of the world’s most intriguing cities
Tangier, one of the most intriguing cities ever, anywhere and this converted mansion feels like staying in a home, not a hotel.
- by John Borthwick
Opinion
Tripologist
Tripologist: How should we plan for an 11-day stay in New York City?
If you need Wi-Fi access when you’re out and about in New York City you need to decide the best way to do this before you leave.
- by Michael Gebicki
Shrinking ships and ultra-luxury: The 15 next big things in cruising
Glimpse the future of cruising, from game-changing expedition ships to the hottest new cruise frontiers.
- by Brian Johnston
Coming soon: The 20 hottest hotel openings
From brand-new builds to heritage revamps, major hotel openings continue apace well into 2025.
- by Julietta Jameson
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