Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist
Michael Gebicki is a Sydney-based writer and photographer who has been writing travel articles since 1982. Michael is Traveller's resident Tripologist, answering your travel questions and offering expert tips and advice.Connect via email.
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The best-value destinations for Australians, despite the weak dollar
In eight of Australia’s 10 most popular destinations, our dollar buys less local currency than it did a year ago.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Tripologist
The one country you’ll never see on any ‘must-visit’ list
It’s wild, mysterious, haunting and flamboyant, but most Australians view it with fear and loathing.
- Michael Gebicki
The 34 biggest lies in travel exposed
“Dress up for a business class upgrade. Wait for prices to drop before booking. Street food will lay you low.” All, to a large degree, untrue.
- Michael Gebicki
Your questions: What should we do with four days in Singapore?
Hawker centres are the best place to sample Singapore’s pan-Asian palate, but which hawker centre serves the best food is a topic of endless debate.
- Michael Gebicki
- Analysis
- Air travel
Eight Chinese airlines now fly to Australia. Here’s how they stack up
Many of the Chinese airlines flying to Australia offer cheap connections to Europe and other parts of Asia, but what are their reputations like?
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Tripologist
The five travel questions we keep asking
The best way to see Japan, Italy’s less obvious highlights, and how to use an eSIM: here are the travel questions I get asked over and over.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Tripologist
The truth about those ‘bargain’ airfare sales
During sales, you’re unlikely to find any cheap flights on the most popular routes. But there are still ways to get a cheaper flight.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Tripologist
Your questions: Where should we go in Italy avoiding the tourist towns?
Italy has plenty of lovely small towns, but few are within easy reach of railway stations.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Tripologist
Twenty things you need to do before taking a holiday overseas
Is your passport valid for six months? Have you downloaded the best apps? Travel with confidence by ticking off the items on this ultimate pre-trip checklist.
- Michael Gebicki
- Opinion
- Tripologist
Your questions: Which Asian destinations are warm but not humid?
Asia in July with warmth and low humidity is a tough call. The most practical solution is to head for the hills.
- Michael Gebicki
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