Hotel, Hostel or B&B? What sort of traveller are you?
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The type of accommodation you choose really depends on the style of holiday you are looking to take. If you are a very laid back, book-as-you-go kind of person, a … Read More
Travelling with Medication and Medical Devices – what you need to know
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Do you take prescription medication, supplements or vitamins? Do you need to use medical devices such as needles, syringes or health monitoring machines? If you are planning to travel overseas, … Read More
Contagious Diseases Series: Typhoid & Paratyphoid
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Typhoid and paratyphoid are bacterial infections which can spread throughout the body and affect various organs. Left untreated, they can result in serious complications and even prove fatal. Typhoid fever … Read More
Hostel Theft Risk: Keeping your belongings safe
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For some, staying in a hostel is the only way to go. For others, it is a necessity particularly when it comes to stretching the travel budget. Whatever your reason … Read More
Denied Boarding – Am I entitled to compensation?
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If you’ve ever been denied boarding, you’ll know just how downright annoying it is. No one likes to be denied boarding so what are your rights if the airline refuses … Read More
Contagious Diseases Series: Hepatitis
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Hepatitis is an illness that causes inflammation and damage to the liver. It affects liver function and is usually caused by an infection. Whilst there are several types, there are … Read More
What happens if you die overseas?
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We all hope it never happens but the sad truth is that sometimes, a holiday ends in tragedy. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, approximately 1,300 Australians … Read More
Yoga and Wellness Retreats: Pros and Cons
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Many of us secretly wish we had the willpower and discipline of a ‘Yogi’ but find it too difficult to find the time to book a class or follow a … Read More
Volunteering – is it covered by travel insurance?
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Volunteering overseas is an admirable thing to do. Whether teaching English, building infrastructure or helping animals, there is a real sense of achievement in making a difference to someone’s life. … Read More
Altitude Sickness – what’s all the fuss?
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If you’re an experienced hiker or trekker, you will probably already know what altitude sickness is and may have even experienced this for yourself. However, if you’re embarking on your … Read More