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Everyone asks: Why is carry-on luggage never restricted?
The Tripologist Why don't airlines ever actually enforce their own restrictions for carry-on luggage?
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Everyone asks: Do RFID-safe bags work?
The Tripologist Do RFID-safe bags offer effective prevention against credit card fraud?
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Everyone asks: the tipping point
The Tripologist Why do so many cruise ships add a mandatory daily tip to the bill?
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Everyone asks: 'reserving' sun lounges
The Tripologist At a resort, is it permissible to remove towels from an unoccupied lounge or cabana?
The Tripologist
Everyone asks: why the ashtrays on planes?
The Tripologist When smoking is prohibited on aircraft, why do they still have ashtrays in the toilets?
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The Tripologist Radio frequency identification (RFID) chips are embedded in most credit cards. These are read by passing them through a scanner.
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What does 'commission-free' currency exchange really mean?
The Tripologist What does it mean when a currency exchange bureau offers commission-free transactions?
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The Tripologist Could you make a left-field suggestion for my upcoming trip to San Francisco? It’s my second time there and I want to do something memorable.
Advice
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The Tripologist I'm a female in my late 20s about to embark on a trip to Africa. I think I'd like to relax by a beach.
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Should I be afraid of radiation on planes?
The Tripologist Ionising radiation has the potential to damage cells, tissues and enzymes.
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How to avoid getting robbed overseas
The Tripologist Confidence counts - don't make yourself a target when you're travelling.
The Tripologist
Do you still need a travel agent?
The Tripologist While the internet is a keen-edged information tool, it doesn't always give you the full picture.
Tripologist: Why do you need visas for cruises?
The Tripologist Although you might not plan to leave a cruise ship at a particular port, a medical emergency or calamity at home might require it.
Tripologist: Overcome your fear of flying
The Tripologist Aerophobia is a serious condition, but there are strategies to help you control it.
Tripologist: How to speed through airport security checks
The Tripologist The shortest queue is not necessarily the fastest.
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What to look for in travel insurance
The Tripologist The most basic requirement in any travel insurance policy is comprehensive medical insurance.
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What are the best options for a single female traveller?
The Tripologist A guided tour is the perfect answer for solo women travellers. You get instant camaraderie, security, and you'll never have to face the dining room alone.
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Tripologist: how many nights should I plan for each stop in Europe?
The Tripologist Many try to cram too much into a tight itinerary in Europe, and it's a big mistake.
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What's the best way to take money overseas?
The Tripologist There is no one answer that fits every traveller in every situation, but a few general rules will work most of the time.
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Should you be worried by the government’s travel warnings?
The Tripologist For each country, DFAT assigns one of four risk levels that reflect the potential dangers a traveller might face.
