Drink Spiking: Protect Yourself while Travelling

Going on holiday usually involves relaxation and letting our hair down.  For some of us, this includes hitting the nightspots or jumping on the party circuit. Having a few drinks … Read More

Damaged Baggage: Can I claim against the airline?

If you’re well travelled, chances are your baggage has taken a battering during transit. Sometimes it’s just minor scuffing and scratching but what happens when your suitcase arrives on the … Read More

Travel Insurance Fraud – is it really a crime?

Do you know someone who has done it?  Maybe you’ve been tempted yourself. Is it really fraud if you’re only inflating the value of a lost item by a few … Read More

Hotel, Hostel or B&B? What sort of traveller are you?

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

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

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

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?

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

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?

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

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