He flew around the world in 58 hours; these are his top travel tips

He flew around the world in 58 hours; these are his top travel tips
Robinson used an app to keep track of his itinerary. (Image: Getty)
The Washington Post
By Andrea Sachs After a January work trip to Singapore, Mike Robinson could’ve spent a relaxing holiday weekend at home in Melbourne, Australia. Instead, he turned around and flew nearly 28,500 miles over four days. Robinson, a 65-year-old who works for a software company, wasn’t chasing miles. He was in hot pursuit of a Guinness World Record.'All in the preparation'On Jan 28, he succeeded, breaking the 25-year record for the fastest circumnavigation by scheduled flights through exact antipodal points. (Antipo...

More Travel

US to trial $25,000 bonds for travellers to enter US
Travel

US to trial $25,000 bonds for travellers to enter US

Pilot program targets applicants for visas from countries with high overstay rates.

Air NZ Auckland airport lounge overhaul
News in Brief

Air NZ Auckland airport lounge overhaul

Air New Zealand says it will nearly double the size of its Auckland Airport international lounge.The airline’s plans follow moves from rival Qantas to add 100 extra seats to its own Auckland lounge.Air NZ chief executive Greg Foran said the project would start next year and likel...

Staff reporters 28 Jul 2025
Can apps and hacks really prevent jet lag?
The Life

Can apps and hacks really prevent jet lag?

An app had me up at dawn and wearing sunglasses indoors.

Likuliku Lagoon Resort: Where even cynics unwind – instantly
The Life Free

Likuliku Lagoon Resort: Where even cynics unwind – instantly

Luxury, calm, and Fijian charm in the Mamanuca Islands.

Riley Kennedy 20 Jul 2025