Small Group Tours are very much in fashion but are they for you? Here the Travel Insider (me) examines the pluses and minuses and explains what makes them tick. Then I come up with advice on how to evaluate […]
Get this right or you'll stay home! In the last 30 years I've seen the number of countries requiring visas reduced considerably. But for any country in the world where a visa is required, you must get it …
Does the "Budapest train" go to Budapest or is it from Budapest? Railjet is an express, high speed modern Austrian train, and one major route is from Munich to Budapest via Salzburg and Vienna. Four years ago …
Take these steps and you will ensure that all goes well before the flight, during the flight, and after the flight Before the flight and airport 1. Check list. Appropriate Travel Insurance; Currency of your destination; At least 2 sources of …
This is no laughing matter - I am deadly serious about this topic. You may think it funny that a bloke writes about this but I have had enough! When I travel it is often on …
This is the continuation of my first blog so please look for Numbers 1 to 5 before reading this. 6. Before you leave the depot. Sit in the driver's seat and adjust seat and mirrors and …
Many travellers still want to travel as part of a group and it has lots of advantages – can save you money, all travel arrangements are taken care of, and you travel with a group …
Get this right or you could lose tens of thousands of dollars Good travel insurance cover is essential when travelling overseas, but unfortunately it appears that up to up to 30% of travellers go overseas without …
If, like me, you always wish for a quiet hotel room, then these tips may help. Good luck! 1. The room – check double glazing and TVs. If it’s a central city hotel or overlooks a …
Everyone is an expert on airfares and some actually know what they are talking about! Here are my thoughts. 1. Book well in advance – as soon as you have firm dates. The best prices are …
Why should we have to put up with a 10am check out in most Australian and New Zealand Hotels? Warning - this is one of my pet hates - so I won't hold back. Many of you …
After 30 years in the travel industry in a wide variety of roles, I enjoy sharing my experiences and “insider secrets” with others in an entertaining and fun way. Here l’ll also help you avoid the pitfalls and traps and have the wonderful holiday that you deserve. Click on my pic and read more about me.
