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Travel Policy

Section 1 - purpose and scope, objective, scope and application, section 2 - principles and key requirements, legitimate purpose of travel, conduct while travelling, sustainability, prudent use of uq resources, class of travel, justifications and approvals, travel insurance and fitness for travel, private travel, non-uq travel companion/person, risk management, travel management, section 3 - roles, responsibilities and accountabilities, uq travellers, travel approver, high risk travel approver, uq travel manager, section 4 - monitoring, review and assurance, section 5 - recording and reporting.

(1) Travel management at The University of Queensland (UQ) is an enabling function that comprises all modes of domestic and international travel, and directly associated activities such as accommodation and meals. 

(2) ‘UQ Travel’ is an approved journey that includes either a flight or overnight accommodation away from a UQ traveller’s normal place of work.

(3) This Policy outlines the principles and key requirements for UQ travel, which is defined as:

• authorised travel approved by UQ, regardless of funding source, for the purpose of UQ business.

(4) Persons undertaking UQ travel are defined as ‘UQ travellers’ under this Policy. Even if UQ is contributing to the travel costs, a UQ traveller does not include:

• travellers undertaking travel because of personal reasons (e.g. family related, health related, returning to their home country of their own will);
• job interviewees who are invited to UQ;
• research participants;
• volunteers;
• external guests who are invited to UQ, but are not travelling as a representative of UQ; or
• staff travelling to or from a home base to begin employment at UQ, or at the conclusion of a term or contract.

(5) Students (undergraduate/postgraduate coursework students and HDR candidates) should refer to the  Student Travel Procedure .

(6) The objective of this Policy is to facilitate UQ travel, while enabling and ensuring:

• prudent and transparent use of resources;
• effective and efficient management of travel-related risks;
• compliance with legal and regulatory obligations; and
• community expectations are met.

(7) This Policy applies to all UQ travel and to all UQ travellers.

(8) For staff (defined as continuing, fixed-term, research contingent funded and casual staff members), compliance with this Policy is a condition of their appointment and continuing employment with UQ. For UQ honorary/title holders, compliance with this Policy is a condition to retain their title.

(9) This Policy applies in conjunction with any travel-related conditions, obligations and arrangements stipulated in employment contracts, grant conditions or contracts and arrangements with third parties. To avoid any doubt, this Policy prevails over such travel-related contracts, conditions, obligations and arrangements to the extent it does not adversely affect the rights of any third party.

(10) The ‘six steps to travel’ are outlined on the  UQ Travel website  and must be followed in conjunction with this Policy. 

(11) This Policy is supported by the  Dual Purpose Travel (DPT) Procedure .

(12) Request for exemptions from this Policy must be put in writing and formally approved by the relevant University Senior Executive Team (USET) member or Institute Director (IMB, QAAFI, SMI, QBI and AIBN) prior to requesting UQ travel and will only be considered where it is deemed fair and reasonable to apply an approved exemption. USET members require approval from their relevant supervisor for exemptions from this Policy.

(13) UQ travel will be undertaken for legitimate UQ purposes only and be demonstrably aligned to UQ objectives and strategic priorities.

(14) All UQ travel will satisfy the test of necessity (i.e. UQ travel was practically the only option, or it was demonstrably the most effective and efficient option to achieve the underlying business/academic objective).

(15) UQ travellers will act with respect, integrity and professionalism at all times and ensure that their behaviour during UQ travel is:

• appropriate to the purpose of the UQ travel;
• consistent with the Staff Code of Conduct Policy and/or Student Code of Conduct Policy and UQ values ;
• compliant with applicable laws and regulations; and
• respectful of local beliefs and customs.

(16) UQ staff are at work while on UQ travel, including between periods of UQ travel when it is impractical to return to their normal place of work. This does not include private travel days when a staff member is on approved leave (refer to the  Dual Purpose Travel (DPT) Procedure  for private travel day definition). 

(17) While UQ travel is integral to UQ achieving its strategic goals, travel is also a large contributor to UQ’s carbon emissions. The environmental impact of travel must be considered and minimised where possible, although not at the expense of a UQ traveller’s health and safety.

(18) UQ travellers and travel approvers must:

• avoid travel if the business/academic objective can be achieved without it; and
• if UQ travel is necessary, make sustainable travel choices where possible such as flying Economy Class.

(19) The COVID-19 Pandemic has demonstrated many UQ business activities can be undertaken online effectively such as meetings, conferences and events. UQ will actively look to minimise the overall number of journeys undertaken by UQ travellers moving forward.

(20) All reasonable steps will be taken to minimise the cost of UQ travel and its impact on UQ operations, provided:

• the primary purpose of the travel is not compromised;
• there is no unacceptable increase in the safety or health risk to the UQ traveller and/or to UQ; and
• there is no adverse impact on UQ’s ability to meet its duty of care obligations to the UQ traveller.

(21) Domestic air travel must be booked at Economy Class.

(22) International air travel must be booked at Economy Class except if the air travel is more than 7 continuous hours, the travel approver may use their discretion to approve a UQ traveller to travel at a higher class of travel (Premium Economy or Business Class) in certain circumstances including:

• a medically certified disability or medical condition; or
• the UQ travel is required to be undertaken within a very short timeframe (e.g. less than 48 hours total time in the business location).
• the air travel is paid for by an external organisation with funds not administered by UQ, or where a higher class of travel above Economy Class is explicitly included and stated in the approved budget of an externally funded project/contract; or
• the air travel is paid (or upgraded from Economy Class) using consultancy funding.

(23) UQ travellers may upgrade travel to a higher class with their own personal funds or loyalty/frequent flyer points. This can be facilitated by UQ’s travel services provider,  FCM Travel Solutions .

(24) All decisions and approvals for UQ travel will be transparent, verifiable, documented and demonstrate responsible stewardship of the UQ’s resources, reputation and values.

(25) All UQ travel will be fully justified, budgeted, and approved prior to booking travel in accordance with this Policy, the  Dual Purpose Travel (DPT) Procedure  and the 'six steps to travel' outlined on the  UQ travel website .

(26) UQ will not normally cover any unapproved and unreasonable costs. Where costs are incurred by UQ for any unauthorised travel, expenses will be recovered from the traveller and disciplinary actions will be taken.

(27) UQ travellers can not approve their own UQ travel or travel-related expenses including any reimbursement claims.

(28) UQ staff will not approve UQ travel or travel-related expenses for their supervisor.

(29) UQ travel funded by grants or by an external party (including work covered under the  Consultancy, Secondary Employment and Internal Work Policy ) must be considered in accordance with this Policy. To the extent the plans, contracts and conditions approved by the grantor/external party are materially inconsistent with this Policy, this Policy prevails, provided the grantor’s/external party’s rights are not adversely affected.

(30) Grant seekers will not seek or negotiate travel privileges as part of their grant requests and contracts.

(31) Expenses associated with loyalty programs and lounge memberships are to be paid for personally by the UQ traveller however UQ travellers can accrue points for loyalty programs resulting from UQ travel.

(32) Automatic travel insurance applies to UQ travellers undertaking UQ travel more than 50km from their normal place of residence or business, excluding everyday commuting. Travel insurance cover is subject to full policy terms, conditions, exclusions and limitations.

(33) UQ travellers must ensure they are fit for UQ travel, given the nature, purpose, destination and duration of the travel.

(34) UQ travellers must familiarise themselves with what is and is not covered under UQ travel insurance while on UQ travel, refer to the  UQ Insurance Services website  (UQ Travel Insurance brochures for Staff and Students). UQ travellers must advise their supervisor and the relevant travel approver prior to requesting UQ travel approval if there is a possible foreseen risk of costs being incurred in connection with the UQ travel which may not be covered by UQ Travel Insurance (e.g. you have a pre-existing medical condition and your doctor has not been prepared to certify that you are fit for international travel or it’s foreseeable that your travel may be cancelled or disrupted).

(35) Any uninsured costs or losses resulting from UQ travel, and where UQ is responsible, will be funded by the UQ traveller’s business unit.

International Travel - Fitness for Travel Requirement

(36) If a UQ traveller is planning to undertake international UQ travel and has a pre-existing condition, or if the UQ traveller is over 75 years of age, they must obtain medical clearance to travel from a doctor within 30 days prior to the UQ travel using the Fit for Travel form available on the  UQ Insurance Services website .

(37) A pre-existing condition is a physical defect, condition, illness or disease for which treatment, medication or advice (including advice for treatment) has been received or prescribed by a doctor in the 12 months prior to the UQ travel. This also includes pregnancy and any mental illness.

(38) The Fit for Travel form must be completed by UQ travellers prior to booking their international UQ travel if, at the time, they are showing symptoms of any defect, condition, illness or disease.

(39) Dual Purpose Travel (defined as a combination of part UQ travel and part private travel) may be permitted in some circumstances provided:

• the private travel component is not the primary purpose of the trip;
• the private travel component will not adversely affect the objectives of the UQ travel;
• the private travel component will not result in any additional cost to UQ;
• the private travel component would not have occurred if not for the UQ travel;
• the most logical and economical flight-path to and from the UQ travel destination/s has been selected;
• leave for private travel is approved in accordance with UQ’s leave approval process;
• UQ will not incur any Fringe Benefit Tax liability;
• the travel approver agrees the request is reasonable and approves the dual purpose travel in accordance with this Policy and the  Dual Purpose Travel (DPT) Procedure ;
• the UQ traveller abides by the requirements of dual purpose travel in accordance with this Policy and the  Dual Purpose Travel (DPT) Procedure ; and
• the UQ traveller agrees to disclose and maintain details of their dual purpose travel to enable UQ to assess compliance with this Policy.

(40) UQ will not cover any direct costs attributable to private travel e.g. accommodation, meals. Any costs incurred by UQ that can be directly attributable to or associated with private travel will be charged to and recovered from the UQ traveller. 

(41) UQ will not approve any private travel to a High Risk Destination (see ‘High Risk Destinations’ provisions below).

(42) UQ will not be responsible or liable for managing any issues including risks and customer complaints relating to or arising from private travel or the private portion of dual purpose travel.

Travel Insurance During Private Travel

(43) UQ travellers will be insured under UQ travel insurance cover (subject to full policy terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions) for some limited private travel which is incidental to the UQ travel. For more information on what private travel is and is not covered under UQ travel insurance, refer to the  UQ Insurance Services website  (UQ Travel Insurance brochures for Staff and Students). UQ travellers must obtain their own private travel insurance for any other private travel.

(44) UQ travellers will not be covered for any private travel to a High Risk Destination (see ‘High Risk Destinations’ provisions below).

Non-UQ Travel Companion

(45) In some circumstances a non-UQ travel companion (including family members such as a spouse, partner, or dependant etc.) may accompany a UQ traveller undertaking UQ travel, provided:

• UQ will not be liable for the non-UQ travel companion;
• UQ will not incur any additional costs;
• the objectives of the UQ travel will not be compromised; and
• the non-UQ travel companion doesn’t pose any additional risks to the UQ traveller or UQ.

(46) UQ will not be responsible for managing any issues including risks and customer complaints relating to or arising from travel with a non-UQ travel companion.

(47) A non-UQ travel companion will not be covered by UQ’s travel insurance and must arrange their own personal travel insurance cover.

Approved Non-UQ Person

(48) In some circumstances a non-UQ person may be approved by UQ to undertake UQ travel if there is a compelling and evidenced reason such as a medical, safety and/or security risk to the UQ traveller (e.g. a Carer who accompanies a UQ traveller with disabilities in order for the business objective to be achieved).

(49) Explicit written approval from the relevant USET member must be obtained prior to booking travel for the non-UQ person.

(50) A non-UQ person approved by UQ will be treated (and have the same responsibilities) as a UQ traveller in accordance with this Policy.

(51) A non-UQ person approved as a UQ traveller will be covered by UQ’s travel insurance (subject to full policy terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions).

(52) Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) will be applicable on any costs paid for by UQ for a non-UQ person. The FBT liability will be funded by the business unit (contact the UQ Taxation Unit on  [email protected] for further information on FBT).

(53) Travel will not be authorised if the risk to the traveller and/or UQ is assessed as unacceptable by either the relevant travel approver or the High Risk Travel Approver.

(54) While travelling and where necessary, UQ travellers will be provided with medical and security assistance via UQ’s emergency assistance provider,  International SOS  (ISOS).

(55) ISOS  does not replace the UQ travel approval process. Once UQ travel is approved, UQ travellers must:

• register their itineraries through  ISOS  and  DFAT Smartraveller  prior to departure and update their itineraries should travel plans change;
• check their emergency contact details are accurate in  Workday  and  ISOS  in the event of an emergency so they can be promptly contacted and located;
• carry the  ISOS  Travel Assistance 24/7 contact number whilst travelling and contact  ISOS  in the event of any medical or security issue whilst travelling; and
• stay in regular contact, as agreed, with their supervisor and inform them of any changes to travel plans prior to departure or during travel.

(56) UQ travel will be undertaken using safe and reliable carriers only. Air travel is only permitted on airline carriers rated safe as recommended by  Airlines Ratings  Australia. Airline carriers on the banned list published by the  European Union (EU) Air Safety List  are not permitted to be used. 

(57) Based on the activities undertaken, UQ travellers and supervisors should consider, and agree on, actions to ensure fatigue management is addressed.

(58) UQ travellers must ensure the secure, safe and legal transportation, storage, and distribution of all UQ assets (physical and digital) while travelling.

(59) UQ travellers must ensure that there are no international safeguards (e.g. sanction laws and regulations) under Australian law that may prohibit, or restrict, certain travel.

High Risk Destinations

(60) To ensure the health, safety and wellness of UQ travellers and to ensure UQ meets its duty of care obligations, UQ travel is not permitted to countries/regions rated by  DFAT Smartraveller  as:

• Level 3 (reconsider your need to travel);
• Level 4 (do not travel);
• Where no advice has been issued by  DFAT Smartraveller ; or
• Any other country/region as determined by UQ;
• the travel is necessary for legitimate UQ strategic purposes;
• the High Risk Travel Approver (nominated representative of the USET) approves the request to undertake the travel; and
• the UQ traveller undertakes all requirements for travel to a high risk destination outlined in this Policy and the  UQ Travel Website .

(61) UQ travellers must be vigilant with their personal safety while on UQ travel and should avoid taking unnecessary risks that impact their health, safety and wellness.

(62) If travelling in groups, a group leader with sufficient capabilities and authorities must be clearly identified to ensure there is clarity of direction and instructions during travel and in case of any emergency or incident.

(63) The high risk destination travel approval process is outlined on the  UQ Travel Website .

Travel Protocol for Senior Management

(64) No more than 50 per cent of USET members are to travel in the same aircraft/vehicle at the same time.

(65) USET, the Chancellor and the President of the Academic Board should avoid travelling with their deputies in the same aircraft or vehicle.

(66) The ‘six steps to travel’ on the  UQ Travel Website  outline the requirements which must be followed for planning travel, approval for travel, booking travel, paying for travel, safety while travelling and returning from travel.

(67) Travel bookings must be made through UQ’s preferred travel services provider,  FCM Travel Solutions , in accordance with the booking travel process outlined on the  UQ Travel Website . Valid exceptions for not booking UQ travel through FCM are listed on the UQ travel website  FAQ section .

(68) Personal preferences, airline memberships and reward program memberships (such as frequent flyer programs or other loyalty programs) are not sufficient reasons to not book travel through FCM.

(69) UQ travellers are responsible for complying with applicable sections of this Policy, the  Dual Purpose Travel (DPT) Procedure  and the  UQ Travel Website  including:

• exploring all viable options to achieve the business objective (e.g. virtual attendance at meetings, conferences, workshops etc.);
• ensuring UQ travel is properly budgeted for and funds are available to pay for the travel and all associated costs;
• discussing their travel plans with their supervisor prior to submitting a travel request;
• planning their travel and obtaining necessary approvals, within a timely manner prior to UQ travel;
• ensuring UQ travel is planned and undertaken in the most cost effective and efficient manner;
• ensuring their work responsibilities are suitably covered during the UQ travel;
• assessing and ensuring their own fitness to travel and obtain medical clearance for international travel from a doctor if required; (UQ will reimburse UQ travellers for the cost of an appointment with a doctor to assess fitness for travel if the UQ traveller has a pre-existing condition or is over 75 years of age);
• obtaining necessary vaccinations/medications; (UQ will reimburse UQ travellers for the cost of vaccinations/medications required for their specific UQ travel destinations, other than for vaccinations listed in the Immunise Australia Program);
• seeking appropriate medical and security advice from  ISOS  prior to travel;
• completing risk assessment documentation where required;
• providing true and complete travel-related information to UQ;
• ensuring their contact details and travel itinerary is kept up-to-date with  ISOS ;
• promptly responding to UQ or  ISOS  when contacted; and
• establishing appropriate communication arrangements with their supervisor and advising their supervisor of any changes to their itinerary or the risk profile of their travel;
• holding a valid passport, appropriate visas and complying with relevant immigration requirements for the entire duration of UQ travel;
• checking the accuracy of their travel documentation prior to travel and understanding the terms and conditions of their UQ travel bookings;
• managing travel-related costs and expenses responsibly and consistently in accordance with UQ policies and procedures;
• identifying any private travel costs during the UQ travel and pay their personal contribution at the time of booking;
• disclosing to UQ any relevant details regarding private travel or UQ travel with accompanying non-UQ travellers or an approved non-UQ person to facilitate any audit and reviews undertaken by UQ or a party engaged by UQ;
• maintaining and, where appropriate, providing copies of necessary travel-related records. All travel-related records must be finalised within 30 days of return from UQ travel;
• ensuring all UQ assets are reasonably protected during UQ travel; and
• ensuring that there are no international safeguards (e.g. sanction laws and regulations) under Australian law that may prohibit or restrict certain travel.

(70) A prospective UQ traveller may decline to undertake UQ travel due to compelling and evidenced medical, safety and/or security reasons.

(71) UQ travellers who act outside of this Policy and any associated procedures will be personally responsible for costs incurred by UQ. Repayment must be made by the UQ traveller from personal, post-tax funds and cannot be paid from a university account (e.g. consulting, external funding or research funded account).UQ will expect repayment of this cost within 30 days of identification. Failure to do so will result in debt recovery action being taken by UQ.

(72) The role of travel approver will vary across UQ. In most cases, the relevant travel approver will be the UQ traveller’s supervisor or Head of Organisational Unit (such as school, institute, centre or division) or their approved delegate (i.e. Head of School / Deputy Head of School / Centre Director / School Manager / Centre Manager / Deputy Director / Faculty Executive Manager or equivalent).

(73) The travel approver is responsible for assessing and ensuring the following, where relevant, in a timely manner:

• the UQ travel is necessary;
• the travel plan is reasonable (timing, duration, and total cost etc.) and demonstrates prudent use of UQ resources (i.e. the most logical and economical route is selected and, if required, Premium Economy or Business Class is justified); and
• all proposed business location/s are for legitimate UQ business purposes.

Supervisors

(74) The UQ traveller's supervisor should confirm the following with the UQ traveller prior to departure:

• appropriate controls have been or will be implemented to effectively manage the risks associated with undertaking UQ travel;
• the traveller is fit to undertake UQ travel having regard to the nature, purpose, destination, and duration of the travel (it's the responsibility of the traveller to get a medical clearance for international travel if they have a pre-existing condition); and
• appropriate communication arrangements have been put in place to remain in contact with the traveller.

(75) The High Risk Travel Approver is a nominated representative of USET (see High Risk Destination section on the  UQ Travel Website ) and is responsible for:

• assessing, in conjunction with advice from the Governance and Risk Division, all requests for UQ travel to high risk destinations and deciding whether to approve the request; and
• ensuring the risks associated with the UQ travel are acceptable and the risk mitigation measures put in place align with UQ’s Risk Appetite Statement (refer to the  Enterprise Risk Management Framework Policy ).

(76) The High Risk Travel Approver may impose a complete travel ban to certain destinations and may require UQ travellers to alter their travel plans or return home. UQ travellers must comply with all such directives. UQ has no liability or responsibility where this may impact either a UQ traveller’s private travel (as part of dual purpose travel) or any non-UQ travel companion that accompanies a UQ traveller.

(77) The UQ Travel Manager (Governance and Risk Division) is responsible for:

• providing systems and processes, to the extent necessary and feasible, to enable efficient adoption of this Policy; 
• engaging, establishing and managing contracts and relationships with travel-related suppliers or third parties including travel management provider/s, airlines and accommodation providers;
• enforcing the requirements of this Policy; and
• escalating any material and/or systemic breaches of this Policy to Senior Managers for remediation.

(78) Supervisors, travel approvers and budget holders will monitor all travel (and travel related expenses) within their areas of responsibility to ensure compliance with this Policy, any associated procedures and the  UQ Travel Website .

(79) The UQ Travel Manager will:

• assess compliance with this Policy at least annually and ensure any material deficiencies are rectified or escalated to Senior Managers for remediation; and
• provide annual assurance on the effectiveness of this Policy and make recommendation/s, as appropriate, to improve this Policy.

(80) The UQ Travel Manager will produce the annual Overseas Travel Report.

(81) UQ travellers, supervisors, travel approvers and UQ Finance will provide the necessary information and data to the UQ Travel Manager to produce the annual report and any other reports to USET.

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Authorised travel is where a currently enrolled UQ student undertakes an authorised activity more than 50km away from their usual residence or study location and involves an overnight stay. The activity must be related to their enrolment as a student.  Detailed information on the UQ Student Travel Procedure including approval processes, insurance, risk management and responsibilities can be found in the Student Travel Procedure . HDR students should read section 4.2.5 of the procedures in particular, and use the Student Traveller Declaration form for both domestic and international travel.

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With tourism being the second largest industry in the world, the courses in this field will appeal if you aim to work in international tourism and leisure management, or you're already in the industry and want respected academic qualifications.

Your study covers the latest emerging markets and trends, distribution and marketing, tourism transport and the development of new destinations, enabling success in a wide range of travel and tourism industry sectors.

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Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

• Corporate travel team lead
• Community and sustainability manager
• Economic development and tourism officer
• Inbound sales consultant
• Hospitality manager
• Small hospitality enterprise manager
• Management consultant
• Arts, cultural and sporting industries manager
• Cruise ship manager
• Travel agent

A key highlight is the strong connection the program has to industry. I have gained an extensive understanding of both the theoretical and practical skills required to excel in my career in the tourism sector and practice sustainable tourism.

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• Destination Management & Marketing
• Travel Distribution and Transport Systems
• Tourism in Developing Economies

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Travel support is available to our higher degree by research students from QBI and/or the UQ Graduate School.

QBI HDR Students can access up to $3500 in total travel support during the entirety of their candidature. To be eligible, students will:

• Have passed their Mid-Candidature Review (M2).
• Be a currently enrolled student at the time of booking and will remain a student at the time of travel. Students who have passed their oral examination after thesis submission are no longer enrolled students so would be ineligible. Students who have interrupted their candidature are also not eligible.
• Be presenting at least a poster at the conference or meeting which they will attend.

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• Domestic or International Travel Declaration

If you are travelling to a domestic conference, funds available will be limited to $1500. If your travel is for an international conference, you will be able to access up to $3500. You will be provided with details about how to book your travel when travel and your budget is approved. Flights and hotel bookings (unless booked as part of the conference package) must not be made using UQ Corporate Credit Cards.  

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Please seek reimbursement of your travel expenses by creating an expense claim in ExpenseMe Pro.

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14 Things To Know Before Visiting Alaska in 2024

Posted: April 9, 2024 | Last updated: April 9, 2024

Alaska is the gem of the United States and is one of the places everyone should save up for and experience. It is honestly that amazing. With stunning mountain ranges, epic glaciers, delicious food, and the ability to try new excursions not offered in the lower 48, visiting Alaska is a life-changing time.

But it’s not exactly a straightforward trip. There’s a lot to research and learn before visiting to maximize your time. Inside, you’ll read some of my tips from my two trips to the Last Frontier.

Your Trip Will Be Expensive

Alaska is one of the most expensive states in the country to visit. (Hawaii is likely the other.) With a very short tourism season, businesses have to make their money in mere months. But most people realize this.

The State Is Bigger Than You Think

It’s hard to conceptualize just how big this state is. But my gosh, is it huge! It’s two and a half times the size of Texas and 20% of the lower 48. A short road trip is 4-6 hours, which for some east coasters could get you through a half dozen states. So, as you plan your trip, don’t bite off more than you can chew. Give yourself ample time to get from A to B, as you’ll likely want to pull over throughout the drive.

You Cannot Fly with Bear Spray

Flying with bear spray is illegal, so when you land in Alaska , you’ll want to head to REI or another outdoor store to pick it up. And yes, if you plan to do ANY hiking in the Last Frontier, it’s crucial to have it on you. If not, you risk your life.

Hiking on the Tundra is Slow and Exhausting

The odds are that this doesn’t apply to many people, but it’ll be slow-moving if you plan to hike on the tundra. The best comparison I can give is it is like walking on a wet, soppy sponge on top of a basketball. Due to this, your miles will take way longer than you expect. And you’ll be much more tired than when walking on dirt. If you have backpacking plans – say in Denali – plan for shorter days than you would normally, or else you’ll be exhausted or pitching a tent not where you anticipated.

Cruises Don’t Provide a True Alaska Experience

I’m sure the Alaska cruise industry will hate me for saying this, but if you want to truly experience Alaska, a cruise is not the way to do it. You need to get on land, drive, see wildlife and the mountains, and see firsthand what Alaka is truly like!

Summer Starts Memorial Day Weekend

In 2021, we landed in Alaska on May 14. Many campgrounds were still closed (or snowed in), and many tours weren’t operating. Plus, the salmon hadn’t started running, which kickstarts much of Alaska’s summer. When we talked to locals, they said summer doesn’t really begin until Memorial Day. And lo and behold, two weeks later, you could tell things were ramping up.

Aurora Season is from September Through April

If you visit Alaska in the summer, there’s no chance of the Aurora. With daylight that pretty much never sleeps, there’s no opportunity to see the magic in the sky. But come September, the days shorten, and you’ll begin aurora season . I suggest heading to Fairbanks and seeing the best sights you’ve ever seen!

To See Katmai or Lake Clark National Park, you need to book a flight (or boat ride)

Katmai National Park and Lake Clark National Park are two of the least visited parks in the USA. And there’s a reason why. They require a flight (or boat, though this is less done). So, if you want to cross some unique places, make sure to budget a flight that will cost over $500 per person, if not more.

Rental Cars Aren’t Allowed on Some Roads

If you’re renting a car or camper van, double-check what roads you’re allowed to drive on. Many will not let you drive the road from Wrangell St. Elias to McCarthy (though I highly recommend it), nor will they let you drive the Denali Highway from Paxton to Cantwell (I also highly recommend it). Knowing what you can and can’t do will save you a lot of headaches and money.

The Kenai Fjords Boat Cruise is an Epic Time

Leaving from Seward, this was 1A on our top things to do in Alaska. It was a six-plus hour-long cruise that showcased glaciers, orcas, humpbacks, more birds than I could ever name, sea stacks, and a weird optical illusion. I can’t recommend it enough, and I still think back on it all the time!

For Summer Travel, Fairbanks isn’t Necessary Unless Heading into the Arctic Circle

While I mentioned Fairbanks earlier for the Aurora, you don’t need to go during the summertime unless you plan on visiting the Brooks Range or the Artic Circle. My parents went during the summer and said it was skippable—especially if you’re looking for more time in nearby Denali .

Drive Slowly to Protect Yourself and Wildlife

You never know when a deer, moose, or bear could cross the road. Stay alert while driving and stick to the speed limit. If you hit a full-grown moose, bad things are in store for you.

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Summer is mosquito season in Alaska. From May through August, it can be terrible. Bring plenty of bug repellent, wear long sleeves, and pray they don’t like your blood!

Bear Watching is Pricey but Incredibly Worth It

1B in Alaska was seeing coastal brown bears in Lake Clark . It was one of the most incredible feelings and I was so happy we did it. I will note that it was not cheap. For two adults, it could easily run you $1,500 for a day. If this is on your bucket list, start saving up – but you won’t regret it!

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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations

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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.

Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.

Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.

The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.

Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2

Moscow subways are very clean

To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow.   Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.

The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:

1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station  is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.

2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.

Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station

Revolution Square Metro Station

3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.

Arbatskaya Metro Station

4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.

Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station

5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.

Kievskaya Metro Station

6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station  was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.

Novoslobodskaya metro station

7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.

Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station

8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.

Mayakovskaya station

One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station

9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.

10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.

Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .

Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.

Have you visited the Moscow Metro? Leave your comment below.

January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am

An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂

December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm

Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?

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Queensland premier defends BPIC agreement that delivers union tradies pay rises of more than $10 per hour

Queensland's premier has defended a deal brokered with construction unions that includes pay rises of more than $10 an hour over the next four years and an extra $1,000 a week to work away from home. 

Union workers will receive a 5 per cent pay rise on the first of July, which will continue every year until the end of the agreement in 2027.

Carpenters and other qualified tradespeople will be paid nearly $1,948 a week.

By 2027, the same carpenters will be paid $2,351 a week, jumping from $54.12 an hour to $65.78.

Skilled labourers will also see their wages increase by $10 an hour over the agreement, increasing from $47.63 to $57.89. By 2027, they'll be paid $2,084 a week.

The deal comes at a time when Queensland is looking at huge array of projects across the next decade, ranging from Olympic infrastructure to green energy projects.

"These are all prevailing conditions in the industry," Premier Steven Miles said. 

"I think it's appropriate that on government jobs, workers aren't competing with each other on wages.

"These conditions have been in place for some time."

Travel allowances and leave loading

The living away from home allowance section of the BPIC states that a "distant construction sites allowance of $1,000 per week or $200 per day for part weeks" will be paid when an employee is directed to work on a project "located 50 kilometres or more from the address of the employer".

A travel allowance will be paid to workers on government projects worth more than $50 million, while all workers will receive a $50 dollar travel allowance each day.

Starting in July that will jump to $55, and workers who travel more than 50 kilometres will be paid up to $95 dollars a day.

This too will go up over the next four years, reaching $106 per day in 2027.

Workers conducting emergency work or pouring concrete will be paid double time to work in the rain.

A site allowance will be paid per hour to workers on large projects, starting at $1.70 for projects worth $50 million to $80 million, reaching $10 an hour on projects worth $900 million to $1 billion.

All workers will accrue a rostered day off (RDO) every 10 working days, with RDO's still accumulating while workers are on leave.

"The purpose of this calendar is to ensure workers and site management manage their fatigue levels, thereby encouraging safer and more productive projects," the contract says.

Workers on leave will receive 17.5 per cent leave loading on top of their usual pay packet.

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