It really depends on your situation. Days to Avoid The days to avoid are the days when there is the biggest demand for seats. That's when business travellers and leisure travellers are wanting the same flight Typically Fridays are bad with people setting off for holidays at the same time as business people returning to … Continue reading Cheaper Flights? or Convenience?
Special Occasion – Let Everyone Know
I often hear about people keep quiet about special occasions. They could be missing out! My wife and I usually go away on anniversaries and birthdays and aren't shy about telling others about it. Here are some of the free things that have resulted from letting people know: Bottles of champagne from flight attendants. Bottles … Continue reading Special Occasion – Let Everyone Know
Suit Carriers
Twenty five years ago suit carriers were the 'go to bag' for frequent flyers. Now you rarely see them. In the late 90's I was working away from home for 2 years and used my suit carrier every week for the whole period. These days I rarely wear a suit, or business shirts and some … Continue reading Suit Carriers
Shaving
Over the years I have tried most of the options for shaving. I started with mains powered electric shavers . . . but too heavy. Next it was battery electric . . . . but the battery always went flat at the wrong time. Next was wet shaving with foam . . . . but … Continue reading Shaving
It’s OK To Check In Luggage
I'm not one of those 'travel hackers' that says everyone should only take carry on luggage. Quite often I do take only carry on bags for several weeks travel, but my wife wants to take a little more stuff. Why I Check In A Bag Ten minutes waiting for bags, at the carosel, isn't going … Continue reading It’s OK To Check In Luggage
Still More Bad Travel Hacks
Here are a couple more travel hacks I have seen, that I won't be using. Wear Black Well I don't want to look as though I am going to a funeral. I think it's boring to wear black and shows a lack of imagination. Finally we have a predominantly white cat . . . and … Continue reading Still More Bad Travel Hacks
Seniors Discounts
If you are getting a little bit older its worth checking out Seniors Discounts. On a recent trip to Adelaide we enjoyed free public transport for the weekend. We just called in at the Airport Information desk and asked the question "Do you give Seniors Discounts" and immediately received Seniors Free Passes. This 'Travel Hack' … Continue reading Seniors Discounts
Free WiFi, Is It Overrated?
Fifteen years ago we used to use Internet Cafes to get on the net. Now they seem to have disappeared. For the last 7 or 8 years everyone has been looking for Free WiFi. . . . . but for how much longer? Risks Using free wifi can mean a risk of; data theft, malware … Continue reading Free WiFi, Is It Overrated?