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To Sua Ocean Trench in Samoa.

Your questions: How should I spend 10 days in this Pacific paradise?

If you want zippy nightlife, things to buy, beach massages and tasty local cuisine, Samoa is not the place.

If you don’t prebook your seats, you may find yourself seated away from your family or travel companions.

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
A young man walking towards the Great Sphinx of Giza.

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?

Specialist destination experts can help you create the perfect trip, whatever your interests.

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
Research could save you a world of pain.

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
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Here’s the tip: failing to do so or leaving a miserly tip is considered rude and disrespectful.

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
Autumn colour in Kyoto.

Your questions: What are some must-sees in Japan over three weeks?

“Other than the flights, our trip is a blank canvas. Can you suggest some essential sights for a couple in their 60s?”

  • Michael Gebicki
Countries that once allowed Australian passport holders to enter without a visa now require them to apply.

Is the golden age of visa-free (and fee-free) travel over for Aussies?

Many countries that once allowed Australian passport holders to enter without a visa now require them to apply – and pay – for a visa waiver.

  • Michael Gebicki
Island of Moorea is a great base that won’t send you broke.

Your questions: How to do a bucket-list Tahiti trip?

“I’m planning a trip to Tahiti as a lifelong ambition to see Bora Bora. What is the best way to travel there, and where should I stay?”

  • Michael Gebicki
Giving money to child beggars in the developing world perpetuates a cruel system.

A wretched-looking child begged me for money. Here’s why I refused

Giving her money will not make one bit of difference to what she eats, where she sleeps or what she wears.

  • Michael Gebicki

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