A Fremantle supporter looking to fly to Melbourne for this weekend’s AFL Grand Final was quoted $2,417 return on Jetstar, and that’s without checked bags. The search was done on …
We Had Some Great Highlights on Our Bali Trip, But I Probably Wouldn’t Go Back
The Highlights That Made the Trip Worth It Bali delivered plenty of standout moments. Seminyak had some excellent massages, while Canggu impressed with its cafes and restaurants at nearly every …
New York’s Subway Isn’t the Oldest in the World (Or Even the US)
New York Wasn’t First It’s easy to assume New York’s subway set the standard for the world, but it wasn’t first anywhere. London’s Underground opened all the way back in …
I’ve Been to the Grand Canyon and Photos Don’t Even Come Close
The Sheer Scale of the Grand Canyon The Grand Canyon stretches 446km long, reaches up to 29km wide, and drops over 1.8km deep at its lowest points. Numbers like these …
Airlines Are Removing Seatback Screens: Are You Ready?
Why Seatback Screens Are Disappearing More airlines are ditching seatback screens in favour of wifi streaming straight to your own device. It cuts weight and maintenance costs for the airline, …
Travel Rip-Offs – Part 3: Airport Edition
Lounge Access Isn’t Always Worth the Price A day-pass to an airport lounge can look tempting, but unless you’re facing a long delay or a lengthy layover, the cost rarely …
Travel Rip-Offs – Part 2: Hotel Edition
Hotel Laundry Charges Add Up Fast Hotel laundry services often charge per item, and a few shirts and a pair of trousers can quickly turn into a bill that rivals …
Travel Rip-Offs Costing You Money Right Now: Part 1
Data Roaming Fees Are an Easy Trap Data roaming charges are one of the most common ways travellers overpay without realising it. An eSIM costs a fraction of what your …
I Nearly Missed a Train in Russia Because of Time Zones
Why Russian Train Times Catch Travellers Out Russia spans 11 time zones, but there’s something that trips travellers up. Every train in the country, nationwide, runs on Moscow time. It …
Melbourne Has Two Airports: Which One Should You Actually Fly Into?
Melbourne Airport vs Avalon Airport: The Basics Melbourne has two airports serving the city and picking the wrong one can add unexpected time and cost to your trip. Here’s how …