The battle over overhead bin space on planes is getting ridiculous,as more and more passengers try to travel with hand-luggage only.
Opinion
Opinion

The battle for carry-on bag space on planes has become a joke

I’m guilty of taking a bit more than is strictly allowed in my carry-on but some people – there’s no polite way to say this – are absolute piss-takers.

  • byBen Groundwater
Australian passengers are not offered any of the protections or rights that American or European air travellers receive.

Australian airline passengers are being treated like mugs

Compared to the US and Europe,Australian passengers are treated with contempt here. And that’s just the way the airlines like it.

  • byMichael Gebicki
Watching something on your tablet or laptop? Then it’s definitely time to have your headphones on.
Opinion
Opinion

When you shouldn’t (and definitely should) use headphones when travelling

When should air travellers wear headphones or take them out? Etiquette and travel experts weigh in.

  • byNatalie B. Compton
Royal Jordanian flies to the fewest destinations of any Oneworld alliance airline.

Ten surprising airlines you can use your Qantas points with

You don’t have to use your points flying with Qantas. Sometimes the better deal comes from hopping aboard a partner airline.

  • byDavid Whitley
Ten years of memories...
Opinion
Opinion

This is one of the saddest parts of travel

This year I picked up a new passport after spending 10 years – and many adventures – in the company of my old one.

  • byTim Richards
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The aircraft cabin.

Airline review:Excess baggage causes dramas on this flight

Upon arrival we are informed that 100 bags were offloaded prior to departure,including mine.

  • byChristine Retschlag
Airlines know a lot about you and much of that information can be gleaned from a boarding pass.

Why your boarding pass should always be kept top secret

Ever snapped an image of your airline boarding pass and posted it to social media? Some do,and it’s not hard to find them.

  • byMichael Gebicki
Ongoing incidents … an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9.

Are Boeing 737s still safe to fly?

It’s been a rocky road for giant US aircraft manufacturer Boeing.

  • byMichael Gebicki
Incheon International Airport … plenty to amuse during a stopover.
★★★★
Airport reviews

It’s one of the best airports in the world - I wish I was stuck here longer

If you’re flying out of Incheon International be sure to arrive at least three hours before your flight to enjoy the facilities and entertainment.

  • byKristie Kellahan
Revamped business class.

One of Europe’s biggest airlines puts doors on business class seats

Lufthansa has debuted its new cabin featuring privacy doors on its business class seats,hard-shell premium economy and double beds in first class.

  • byJulietta Jameson