Travel tips
Seven sneaky ways America squeezes tourists for every cent
Head to the States and you can expect to encounter a barrage of charges, fees and tricks that even Trump would consider a little excessive.
- Robert Jackman
- Opinion
- Tripologist
Flying with family or friends? Here’s why you might end up seated apart
There are times when an airline must rearrange seating at short notice. That can mean losing your pre-booked seat of choice.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Family holidays
For the first time since becoming parents, we went away without the kids
A couple’s weekend with actual adult talk for the first time in years? It might sound like heaven, but it comes with a few lessons.
- Tatyana Leonov
- Opinion
- Tripologist
Your questions: Is it safe to travel by train in Egypt?
My son and I are planning a two-week trip to Egypt, staying in Cairo and wanting to do a five-day Nile cruise. Is it safe to go by train?
Want a trip you’ll never forget? Forget travel agents, go to the experts
Unlike travel agencies, a destination management company is a travel specialist for a specific destination, with a very particular set of skills.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Opinion
If you can afford to travel overseas, you’re rich
The White Lotus highlights the power imbalance between tourists and the people who serve them. It’s not meant to inspire holidays.
- Ben Groundwater
How to avoid one of the biggest cruise ship rip-offs
Use these insider hacks so you don’t waste time and money on outings in port.
- Kristie Kellahan
- Opinion
- Tripologist
Eight hotel red flags that should make you reconsider booking
If you get to your hotel and discover there’s a building site next door, it’s too late. These signs at booking should send you running in the other direction.
- Michael Gebicki
This roasting-hot national park may be America’s most underrated
Death Valley is the hottest, driest and lowest national park in the US – and arguably the most visually arresting.
- David Whitley
- Opinion
- Tripologist
The reason Australians are considered ‘the world’s worst travellers’
I asked a taxi driver in Cairo who were the worst travellers. He didn’t hesitate with his answer.
- Michael Gebicki
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