Tripologist
When is it OK to return to a country following a disaster?
The recent earthquake in Morocco has shattered villages and taken thousands of lives. Money is what’s needed to rebuild but how soon is too soon to return?
- by Michael Gebicki
‘Beyond our control’ is a phrase travellers never want to hear
Most travel insurers exclude acts of war, political unrest and acts of terrorism from trip cancellation coverage.
- by Michael Gebicki
The seven most luxurious first-class cabins for Australian flyers
For anyone flying out of Australia and looking to sample the last word in luxury at 30,000 feet, these are the picks of the bunch.
- by Michael Gebicki
Tripologist: Is it possible to travel on a cargo ship as a passenger?
They’re hard to find these days, but one cargo ship sails a spectacular location and takes passengers.
- by Michael Gebicki
Tripologist: What are the must-do things in Prague in five days?
The Sternberg Palace has an outstanding collection of European art, while Prague also has a treasury of art nouveau architecture.
- by Michael Gebicki
Passports are old-fashioned. Some countries are doing something about it
Just about every other important document in your life is now on your phone. Your passport could finally be next.
- by Michael Gebicki
Tripologist: What can you do on a (short) Vietnam stopover?
“We have a 14½ hour stopover in Ho Chi Minh City and don’t want to spend it sitting in the business class lounge.”
- by Michael Gebicki
Oneworld or Star Alliance? Which airline alliance is best for Aussie travellers
With the right alliance partner airlines, your next holiday could be in New Orleans, Istanbul or the Seychelles – all on points.
- by Michael Gebicki
Your questions
Tips & advice
Tripologist: Which Greek islands are best for a family holiday?
If there’s such a thing as secret islands in Greece’s Cycladic group, Serifos and Sifnos are it.
- by Michael Gebicki
Opinion
Train journeys
Bullet trains will never fire in Australia. Here’s why
They’re comfortable, sleek, exciting and their safety record is second to none. So why don’t we have them here?
- by Michael Gebicki