E-scooters in cities across Australia and other countries is not something I would have expected 5 years ago. It is nothing like bikes despite serving similar needs. Bikes started becoming popular approximately 20 years ago, for fitness and transport. One of societies’ best reemergence of the past, from health, cleaner air and reduction in motorised […]
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Travel scams are the short storm-clouds that occasionally drift across an otherwise perfect trip. More a nuisance, yet something that can be avoided. After four decades of work-related travel to five continents and more than forty countries, you learn a lot. As the damage is usually small, let it slide, and continue to enjoy your
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Uber’s airport rank and pin in Australia. What a marvelous next step of the wonderful ride-hailing journey. As a frequent traveler, it was plus for me. I was aware Uber introduced the PIN as a safety feature in 2019, so the passenger gets into the right car. First rolled out in the US and Canada
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The Airport Ecosystem: A World of its own. The Airport ecosystem, what are they? Airports are not just transit points—they are vibrant microcosms, each with its own rhythm, culture, and stories. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or an occasional flyer, stepping into an airport is like entering a distinct world that pulses with anticipation, movement,
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Overtourism has been slowly creeping up in many iconic and popular tourist destinations, and it has gone beyond the pale. In 2025 we seen in the media, locals taking to the streets in protest. Others have resorted to blocking roads to popular tourist locations in city centers and even disrupting businesses that cater to tourists.
iPad Air 11‑inch M3 – a mistake. Yes, I did make a mistake and not because the iPad was bad. But you will understand why soon. I bought the iPad Air 11-inch M3 in the 2nd week of January 2026 and by the third day I began to realise it might be a mistake. And by
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A revolution that no one expected. Eighteen years ago, a simple idea born out of frustration on a Parisian street corner changed how the world moves. Today, the ride-hailing phenomenon—spearheaded by Uber, Lyft, Grab, Bolt, and their global counterparts, has become an essential part of urban life. As ubiquitous as the avocado toast that has
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Adelaide’s Bike Facilities Are Powering a Two-Wheeled City Adelaide is quietly—and confidently—becoming one of Australia’s most rideable cities. With flat, wide boulevards, city-framing parklands and a growing ecosystem of bike-friendly amenities. Riding here feels less like squeezing through car-centric streets and more like discovering a city designed for flow. Whether commuting to the CBD or
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