Search results

I use Europe Car Parking for all my trips from Melbourne. You need to pre-book and the paperwork is ready when you get there. They drive you straight to the airport. If you are running late, they will also drive you and you can complete the paperwork onyour return. This has saved me a few times...

Not all lost luggage is a disappointment. A few years ago I was backpacking around Malaysia & Thailand, including a few days camping in the jungle, when I returned to Australia my luggage was lost. I had to leave on my next trip before my luggage turned up. Australian Customs took one look...

Buy a Netbook, I saved 1.5 kg by downsizing to a 10inch netbook at 1.2 kg including power adapter from my 15.4 inch laptop (2.7kg). Bonus is it last 5 hours on a charge and works better on small tray tables. Wear your heavier cloths on the plane, denim can be quite heavy in your bags.

I use a Lowe Alpine Amazon carryon, its a backpack that can be used as a shoulder bag, it meets the 4o inch limit for domestic & international. They are available in bushwalking stores for about $140. Pro - light weight, comfortable to carry as a pack, looks light (less likey to get asked to...