Passenger’s tactic for extra legroom
An American man has tried out a strategy to get special treatment on a long-haul flight and claims it was so worth it.
Tips & Tricks
Mum’s $25 Kmart tip in Bali blows up
An Aussie mum is sharing her top tips for travelling to Bali solo with two young children – including packing a $25 Kmart item.
Plea to repeat ‘amazing’ Jetstar act
There are plenty of good things about being tall – flying isn’t one of them. Now one giant Aussie is calling for that to change.
Scary detail in this holiday photo
It’s a simple thing many travellers do while on holiday, but it turns out it could be a huge mistake, And no, it’s not drinking.
Woman’s viral packing hack grilled
A woman has revealed what she claims to be the “best packing hack of all time” – but no one else agrees with her.
Never move a packet of tissues in Singapore
Now that Singapore has opened its borders to Australia, you’ll find us waltzing through Changi Airport. But here are a few tips and rules to know.
Airports brace for mass strike chaos
It will be mayhem across major Australian airports next week, with strikes forecast to cause flight cancellations and lengthy service delays.
How to use a credit card safely overseas
If you’re travelling, there are a number of common scams to be aware of. We’ve outlined steps you can take to help keep your card safe overseas.
‘Evil’ revenge on reclining passengers
One traveller has revealed the “evil” way she gets back at passengers who recline their seats on an aircraft.
Woman’s clever holiday hack goes viral
A woman has won praise for her very clever trick to make a holiday stress-free clocking 5 million views on her clip.
Three mistakes we make with checked bags
An avid traveller has revealed the three mistakes people make when checking in their suitcases that can often result in bags getting lost.
Never sleep at this time on a plane
There’s something about a plane and feeling drowsy within the first few hours, but here’s why you should only sleep on board at this time.
Secret suitcase weapon at Aldi for $13
With travel back in full swing, there’s no better time to update your luggage wardrobe than right now – and if you’re quick, you can do it for a steal.
How to score a five-day long weekend
The timing of the death of Queen Elizabeth II has led to a surprising perk for many workers in one state.
Hostie reveals three things to always pack
A flight attendant with plenty of experience in the air – and exploring idyllic holiday locations – has revealed three things everyone should travel with.
Catriona Rowntree’s pet travel peeves
She’s globetrotted for decades to bring the best of the world to Aussie TV screens. Now Catriona Rowntree spills on the things travellers do that she can’t stand.
Aussie beach tourists can’t pronounce
They’re some of our most popular tourist destinations and yet time and time again visitors keep getting one simple thing wrong.
‘You will stand out’: Simple act to get freebie
If you want to increase your chances of nabbing a free drink or an upgrade on a plane, here’s one thing you should avoid doing.
Shock over ‘mind-blowing’ menu hack
A woman on holiday in Turkey was “blown away” after she discovered an “unknown” menu hack while dining at a restaurant.
Flight upgrade trick you don’t know about
Passengers try all sorts of things to get a flight upgrade — but there’s one specific thing you can do to help increase your chances.
First thing you need to do on a plane
Jet lag is one of the few downsides to going on a long-haul flight, but there is one thing you can do to help avoid it.
Worst times to travel revealed
Facing major disruption, more passengers are asking what are the best times and routes to travel. Here’s a rundown.
Controversial filling wins Australia’s best pie
It’s a divisive flavour combo that has drawn harsh criticism from the bakery’s own manager but that didn’t stop the judges from giving it the top prize.
Woman’s nine-hour wait for passport
As the passport office is lashed with a record number of applications, one Melbourne woman tried to beat the queue by getting to the office at 6am.
Qantas flyer’s luggage post is brilliant
As air travel returns there have been a number of instances of this common travel annoyance. But this flyer has found an easy solution.
Hack to get cheaper flights revealed
With the cost of living booming, we are all looking to save a few dollars here and there. But this hack could save you hundreds on your next flight.
Mistake in this picture could cost thousands
Next time you’re on holidays drinking a cocktail by the pool and the urge to post on social sweeps over you, think again. It could cost you thousands.
No. 1 packing myth travellers fall for
This myth is trotted out regularly by those who claim to be experts, but after a lifetime of travel I can honestly say it’s far from reality.
US red light rule totally baffles Aussies
Before I set off on a recent road trip, I asked a motoring journalist mate to give me her driving tips. I then learned a rule that shocked me.
Hostie’s surprise item never to use on a plane
A flight attendant has revealed the grim reason you should never use the toilet paper in the bathroom – explaining what’s actually on each sheet.
One item you should never go to Bali without
I’ve been to Bali more times than I can remember, but if there’s one thing I will never go there without, it’s this.
Mum’s shock at note passed out on plane
A travel trend has got out of control with parents of babies travelling on planes now expected to write an apologetic note, complete with treats, begging for forgiveness.
What your plane seat choice says about you
Arm doors and crosscheck, because we are about to explain, with the aid of psychology, just what your plane seat preference says about you.
How to avoid catching Covid on a plane
As International travel returns, people are concerned about the risks of catching Covid on a plane. Here are a few tips that can help avoid getting sick.
Shock $349 fine at the servo
Roadtripping this Easter long weekend? If you’re not careful, here are some unusual fines that you could score on Australian roads.
Hotel invites guests to ‘steal’ from it
A luxury hotel in Melbourne is inviting its guests to come with an empty bag and dig in to some of the fancy goods it decks its rooms out with.
Locals share mistakes tourists always make
A Reddit post has received more than 6,700 comments after a traveller asked locals to share the common mistakes tourists make while overseas.
Best economy plane bathroom in the world
A Reddit user has shared a photo of an aircraft toilet – and one particular feature has people calling it the best plane bathroom in the world.
Common airport act that makes my blood boil
International travel is finally back but people that haven’t been on a plane for two years appear to have forgotten some common etiquette.
Surprise item never to put in a suitcase
Depending on where you fly, the price difference between a seat and checked bag and just a carry on can be significant. Here’s one thing never to pack.
Woman’s wild sacrifice to feed Disney wish
A Disney-obsessed woman, who made it a mission to visit the company’s theme parks regularly, embraces a painful sacrifice twice a week for it.
Working on a superyacht is the worst job
Working on a superyacht sounds like a dream but is it all that it is cracked up to be? We find out.
How to access hidden iPhone feature
A little-known iPhone feature provides a list of your most frequently visited locations. Here’s how to find it.
Passenger’s insane trick in economy
A Tiktok user has revealed the extreme lengths she will go to in order to be comfortable while flying in economy on board a plane.
Hack to holiday free the rest of your life
Going on holidays is expensive – but growing online communities will help you do it for free.
Bizarre item doctor refuses to travel without
When it comes to packing a suitcase, most of us tend to overfill rather than under. But there are a few things this doctor says should never be left at home.
23 things you should never do at a restaurant
Former MasterChef judge Matt Preston has taken aim at the worst people to attend restaurants, compiling a list of the most concerning things he’s witnessed.
Hostie’s hilarious shock at flight hack
Some people will stop at nothing to get comfortable on a long flight, with one woman’s hack leaving a flight attendant gobsmacked.
Woman’s ‘genius’ way to avoid tourist cost
A woman has revealed how she didged paying for an expensive tourist attraction while travelling around Europe.
$3.50 Ikea item a travel essential
An Ikea item that will only cost you a couple of dollars should be on your travel list if you plan on taking a holiday soon, according to frequent flyers.
’Record’ change in most powerful passport
As the global Covid-19 pandemic enters another year, here’s how valuable Australia’s passport really is in 2022.
‘Free leave’: Aussie Covid loophole exposed
There’s nothing worse than getting sick while on holidays. But it turns out there’s a way to get your precious annual leave back if you do.
10 best destinations for Aussies in 2022
Can’t wait to crack out your passport? Here’s the current information on what you’ll need to enter your favourite overseas destination.
Passengers fuming over ‘secret compartment’
A flight attendant has revealed three tips for making an economy flight more comfortable but one of the hacks has left first class passengers furious.
Loophole that could save you $2k on flights
There are plenty of ways to save money on travel – but a handful of little-known hacks can save you thousands on a single trip.
$12 Aldi item I can’t travel without
They are the small part of packing you’ve probably gone many years without. But now, you can nab a set of six for less than a double Big Mac meal.
Flight attendant’s gross hotel hack
A flight attendant, who spends much of their job staying in hotels, has revealed a gross hack on how to make sure your room is properly cleaned.
‘Complex’ rules as travel resumes
Families will be able to reunite, and Aussies will be able to explore the world again after international travel opens back up tomorrow. Here are the rules you need to follow.
How to save hundreds on your flight
There’s an art to saving on travel – and whether you’re looking for cheaper flights or accommodation, a lot of it comes down to when you make your booking.
Aussie’s idea blows up into $2.5m business
While on his travels, Daniel noticed a glaring issue at every place he visited. Now he’s turned his solution into a $2.5 million idea – and is helping others get in on the profits.
Get 54 days holiday for 23 days of leave
Borders are opening up and Aussies are more keen for a holiday next year than ever before – here’s how to get the most bang for your annual leave buck.
Genius hack to get more bags on a flight
A woman’s cheeky trick has gone viral on Tik Tok, after she revealed the simple way she gets more hand luggage on a flight.
Big mistake we are making in our suitcase
A packing expert has revealed the number one thing that holiday-makers do wrong when trying to pack for a holiday.
What to say at the airport to get perks
A former airline gate attendant has revealed what passengers can do to get special perks when they arrive for their flight.
Hotel door trick praised on TikTok
A US marine is gaining a following on TikTok for his clever travel safety tips, including a simple belt trick to ensure you feel safe in a hotel room.
Turns out we’re using travel pillows wrong
A TikTok user has demonstrated the correct way to use a U-shaped neck pillow – and it’s totally different to how we used them before.
Expat exposes Aussie ‘lie’ people are told
A Canadian expat, who has been living Down Under for eight years, has exposed a number of ‘lies’ expats are told before moving to Australia
Suitcase hack will change your life
A TikTok user has come up with a cheeky way to travel with jewellery, which means no more knots and tangles in your suitcase.
$90 Aldi suitcase we swear is the best
Of all the fancy suitcases she’s used over her career, there’s a cheap option this travel editor says is the very best. And it’s coming back to Aldi.
Supermoon mistake we are all making
Stargazers keen to capture a rare “blood supermoon” tonight should allow plenty of time for preparation – and forget taking this popular device along.
I lost my nude beach virginity
When it comes to going to the beach, I always visit with bikini on bod – or at least in hand. But that all changed on the Easter long weekend.
You should always pick this plane seat
When it comes to selecting a plane seat, do you go for the aisle or the window? Here’s why you should select this part of the plane instead.
’Weird’ item hostie packs in carry-on
When it comes to your carry-on luggage, a few staples usually make the cut. A change of clothes, perhaps your tooth brush – but maybe not what this hostie decided to pack.
Hostie reveals insane travel perk
A US air hostess has revealed the best part of her job, and what has helped her and her family see the world for next to nothing.
Hotel dinner divides social media
A chef in hotel quarantine has divided social media after he cooked tacos, toasties and even burgers using an every day item in his hotel room.
Surprise winner of most annoying accent
Whether it’s a British twang or a thick Scottish lilt, the most favourable accents span far and wide. But this country just got named the most annoying across the globe.
Hack can triple your annual leave in 2021
Play your dates right and you can turn those standard 20 days of annual leave into 60 days of holidays. This is how you do it.
Aussie star’s odd bedroom habit
Former Miss World Australia Erin Holland has revealed which two items the TV host takes to bed with her every single night.
17 bizarre Aussie laws you didn’t know
From Victoria’s law on flying kites, to cleaning up bat poo without a licence in Western Australia – here are the rules you didn’t know existed.
‘Poo on your shoe’ scam to avoid
It’s no secret that Aussies love to travel — but being in unfamiliar surroundings makes us all vulnerable. Here are some of the most common scams to look out for.
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