The viral ‘travel hacks’ that are, in reality, entirely pointless

The Sydney Morning Herald - Oct 28, 2026

Getting a free upgrade, freezing your liquids before boarding a plane, wrapping your passport in foil – many of the hacks that have gone viral on social media don’t hold up to scrutiny.

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