Michael Gebicki

Michael Gebicki

Michael Gebicki

Sydney-based writer and photographer, Michael Gebicki has been writing travel articles since 1982 and is Traveller's resident Tripologist.

It's generally up to an airline's crew to decide what's acceptable attire for a flight. And that's where the problems ...

The rules of what you can and can't wear on a plane

How is it that an airline gets to decide what you can't wear on board their aircraft?

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A ship's speed is given in knots, a measure dating back to the 16th century.

Why do cruise ships use 'knots' to indicate their speed?

An ingenious idea in the 16th century helped sailors keep tabs on their travels.

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You won't find emotional support animals on board Australian flights.

Why you can't fly with an 'emotional support animal' in Australia

Getting ready to travel? Bags all packed? Toiletries, bathers, pet goanna? In Australia this just won't fly.

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Street art in the downtown Buenos Aires.

World's 10 coolest cities for street art

If you're looking for free, open-air (possibly illegal) art galleries - look no further than these cities.

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As Italians see it, only barbarians order a cappuccino after 11am.

Why don't Italians drink cappuccinos in the afternoon?

Asking for this one drink after noon may brand you a barbarian.

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You don't need to see everything, but if you're in Rome, you should see the Colosseum.

Ten things you need to know before your first trip overseas

Here are 10 things I wish someone had told me before I headed overseas for the first time.

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Growing problem.

Do any airlines charge more for overweight passengers?

Obese passengers are a growing problem for airlines.

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Chinese tourists are unpopular with locals across south-east Asia.

The world's most hated tourists revealed

Who wins the ugly tourist stakes? Is it the Russians, the Israelis, the Americans? Us? Answer: none of the above.

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"Arm doors" means setting the doors to automatic mode so that emergency evacuation slides will deploy when the door is ...

What does 'arm doors and cross check' mean on a plane?

When you're flying it pays to check - and double check.

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First Class in the Qantas A380.

How to earn 3 million frequent flyer points in three years

And enjoy experiences straight from the Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous playbook.

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Some destinations are worth paying the single supplement for: Taj Mahal, Agra, India.

Why the single supplement isn't a rip-off

The issue of the single supplement continues to vex solo travellers.

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The Louvre, Paris.

What's the world's most visited museum?

The Louvre in Paris is a must-visit destination for many.

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Despite there being rules about what happens to delayed luggage, airlines often try to avoid their responsibilities.

We arrived in Italy, our bag didn't. What happened next was a joke

We reported the missing bag and where we'd be staying to the next two weeks. Then the fun began.

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Anti-Brexit protesters demonstrate outside the Cabinet Office in Whitehall in London.

How will Brexit change travel to UK for Australians

The issue: Brexit for Australians

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Keep your eyes open for the various ways car hire companies try to inflate your charges.

Six classic car hire rip-offs you need to look out for

The car hire industry is larded with 'gotcha' moments that ensure the final price you pay is always more than you'd been quoted.

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