Despite many of us living in a society where plastic is the common means of payment, it�s cash that is the King while travelling. But how do you get local currency cheaply in strange lands? The easy way to get cash is via a cash exchange. However you do run the risk of theft and/or loss when carrying large amounts. You also need to find an exchange outlet that�s open, which can be more

Having the right Travel Accessories will enhance any journey. Be sure to check out these great products - and at unbeatable prices - from the Frequent Flyer Store.

Once bitten twice shy? Many of us have been bitten before when a program devalues its points or closes. The fear of being the victim once again often makes us constantly review our balances, looking at ways to ensure optimum value is achieved. Recent news that our local airlines have been struggling has had many taking an extra look at what�s to lose. Locally both Qantas Loyalty and Velocity Rewards are companies that are separate to the airlines that own them. While their more

With concerns about travel to Bangkok on their mind, one of members asks an interesting question The political situation in Thailand is a bit worrying and could be much worse by the time of travel, so I�m considering ditching BKK as a destination if the situation worsens. The last leg of the ticket is Hong Kong � Kuala Lumpur then Bangkok�.If I decide not to go to Bangkok, would it be possible to check in at HKG as far as KUL without losing my luggage? Of course, I�d understand that the more

After some difficulties with a North American Winter, our roving member, Mattg, heads this week to South America, specifically Brazil and Peru. No doubt many will be heading to Brazil later this year for the World Cup, so it�s a good time to find out what�s on offer. While many visit the country as tourists, how many get to see the country the way locals do? First stop after an uneventful flight notable only for its on time performance is Belo Horizonte, or �Beautiful Horizon� in Portuguese. more

This week we highlight leadman's travels as tracked on AFF Flight Tacker.  leadman writes "I started logging my flights and countries visited after my daughter once asked years ago how many countries I had visited, how many times I've been on plane, etc., so I started listing them in a spreadsheet. So it was a natural step to the Flight Tracker database and its a bit of a habit now I update it once I have checked in, sitting in a lounge somewhere in the world filling in time. Quite often a trip will consist of 15 to 20 legs. I am fortunate that my job takes me to many places in the world and mostly not in the capital cities, allowing me to see parts of countries tourists never see."

AFF Flight Tracker is a tool that lets you map your flights around the world. It's free for all AFF members. You can read all about it HERE.  If you would like your AFF Flight Tracker travels to be featured in The Gazette, please email our editor. Be sure to include your AFF Handle and a brief description of your travels.