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Most eSIMs for international travel will give you data only.

eSIMs are user-friendly and cost-effective but continue to baffle travellers

Your complete guide to using an eSIM and avoiding roaming fees.

  • Michael Gebicki
The clear waters of Crete.

Is there a quicker way to visit far-flung Greek Islands?

Losing a day travelling to islands doesn’t make for a relaxing holiday, which is the antithesis (a Greek word!) of what a Hellenic island jaunt should be.

  • Michael Gebicki
Duty free is not always a bargain.

Bargain or rip off? What you should, and shouldn’t, buy at duty free

Most airport duty-free “bargains” are a mirage. It pays to know what you’re doing before you get sucked in by the glitzy displays.

  • Michael Gebicki
Postcard-worthy Stellenbosch.

Where should we stop along one of the world’s greatest driving routes?

South Africa’s Garden Route is an incredible trip, with outstanding coastal scenery, forests, wildlife, food and wine.

  • Michael Gebicki
Don’t fall into the common traps for travellers.

The 24 common scams and traps travellers fall for (and how to avoid them)

I paid $40 for something that should cost $4. Traps that await you in the world are many and varied – and even seasoned travellers like me can fall for them.

  • Michael Gebicki
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Qantas has reduced the value of your frequent flyer points by 15-20 per cent.

Qantas just devalued your frequent flyer points, but there’s an upside

Since last week, the value of your Qantas frequent flyer points has gone down 15-20 per cent, depending on how you want to spend them.

  • Michael Gebicki
Noto in Sicily. The island is quiet in winter.

Is southern Italy still worth visiting in winter?

Sicily wears winter like an ill-fitting suit of clothes.

  • Michael Gebicki
Qantas business class.

Want an upgrade on your flight? Here’s what works (and what doesn’t)

“You’ve been upgraded” are the sweetest words you’ll ever hear at the check-in desk, but there’s a pecking order involved.

  • Michael Gebicki
Milan skyline.

Is Milan a good alternative base for exploring Italy?

Is it practical to make Milan my base and use three to four days to visit Rome or Venice?

  • Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist is celebrating 15 years of answering your questions.

I’ve answered your travel questions for 15 years. Times have changed

The first question I ever received was “where is the best place to sit on a plane?“. My answer to that, and many other questions, have changed 15 years on.

  • Michael Gebicki