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Tips & Advice
While booking flights for your next vacation, have you considered taking out travel insurance? Let’s admit it, most of us are unaware of how a travel insurance policy can help in times of need. Likewise, you may not know how you can seek help from an embassy when you face some difficulties internationally.
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Australia – with over 35,000 kilometres of wanderlust coastline, there’s no better place for a beachside holiday than Australia. Having a wide range of holiday accommodation that varies from luxurious beach...
Australia is one of the most developed, urbanized nations in the world. Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and many other cities in the country are home to a world-class education, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Not to...
From any point of view, Australia has been an Angler’s paradise – an enormous land surrounded by crystal clear coastline that nearly 60,000 kilometres and are surrounded by warm, clean, lightly-fished seas...
Have you ever thought about taking a holiday without your partner, but feel unsure how it will affect your relationship? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Travelling solo is on the rise and has many benefits...
Are you thinking of planning your next vacation? Want to go somewhere a little bit different, that has tons of charm and exciting things to do? Then New Zealand is somewhere that you need to tick off your list...
In the past few years we’ve seen the rise of a new kind of worker – the ‘digital nomad.’ But don’t be fooled – these aren’t backpackers hopping from one party hostel to the next on a measly income. Rather, they’re...
No one likes commuting. But the silver lining of being stuck at an airport, train station or in a car is that it gives you plenty of time to explore the latest addictive app releases. Apps are a fast-moving medium, but...
Retirement is a major point in your life to reach because it signifies an end to responsibility, or at least to the kind of responsibilities that you don’t willingly take upon yourself. Being retired means you can...
With around 50 million visitors every year, Spain is the second most popular destination for holidays in the world and for a good reason. From the rich culture, magnificent beaches, wonderful landscape, art and many...
With its big cities, picturesque coastlines and magical landscapes, Australia is a road-tripper’s delight. But don’t expect to see it all in a week or even a month. For the full Aussie Road Trip experience, take a year...
For many teenagers and young adults, studying abroad can be a life-changing rite of passage. The various experiences they undergo while living and studying in a different country will play an important role in changing...
Auckland is one of those places that’s often treated as a pit stop for travellers. It’s the gateway to adventure and the ideal place to first land your feet when arriving in New Zealand. But it’s so much more than just...
The 4,500-kilometer Mekong River is the lifeline of South East Asia. It rises in the Tibetan highlands and makes its way across northern Thailand, Laos and Cambodia to Vietnam. Discover life in Southeast Asia from the...
For many people, a trip down under is a once in a lifetime experience – learning to surf, getting sunburnt and experiencing the culture of Australia’s cosmopolitan cities is all part of the fun. But to truly...
Myanmar is one of the most scenic and diverse countries in Southeast Asia. It offers a mix of stunning scenery, vibrant culture and countless must-see monuments. However, the real highlight is the beaming faces of the...
With its beautiful beaches, glistening harbour and vibrant shopping precincts, Sydney is a wonderful place to live, visit and explore. But the adventures don’t stop at Sydney’s city limits – countless...
What’s the worst thing after a delayed, rebooked or cancelled flight? Oh yes, the waiting. Unless you have your own helicopter and a helipad somewhere or a private jet, waiting will never be an issue for you...
For most people, an overseas trip conjures up visions of white sandy beaches, sipping cocktails by the pool or exploring all those cities you’ve only seen in movies. For others, an overseas trip can be a logistical...
If you have plans to go to an adventure or simply head off to relax overseas, don’t wait for someone to ask you if you’d already had some shots. This is not a bratty question at all. The truth is that there are...
Most people spend their lives dreaming about being free to see the world, and while there are countless ways to do it, there’s probably not a better way to do it on your own terms than with an RV – you can visit almost...
The last thing you’ll want to get during your next adventure trip is a bite from a wild, exotic critter. Apart from the discomfort caused by the itching bitten area, a single bite or sting of some insects can also be...
So you’re thinking of travelling around Australia and aren’t sure whether you need a caravan or a motorhome? There is no right or wrong answer and your decision can depend upon how much you want to spend and your travel...
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Us Aussies love to travel. In fact, 8.4 million of us (or almost 40%) headed overseas between 2012 and 2013. However, being the down-to-earth folk we are, we’re also quite humble in the amount of hard-earned money we’re...
Morocco attracts a huge amount of tourism throughout the year and many of its visitors are oblivious to the traditions of the country. By understanding Morocco and its views on religion, its customs, the language, the...
Thanks to the Channel Tunnel and Eurostar, Amsterdam is just four and a half hours from St Pancras station in the heart of London. And for people living in the South East of England, currently KLM flies out from the...
Pairs of birds, cute teddy bears, couples kissing or embracing come to mind at the mention of Valentine’s Day. For many, the 14th of February is a day of wishing, giving and perhaps getting that special something from...
Two days may not seem like a lot of time to explore NYC, but in the City That Never Sleeps, you’d be surprised at what you can fit into a single weekend. Day One Start your first day in the Big Apple in trendy Greenwich...
Palm trees, surfing, great weather and the ‘aloha’ spirit – these are the things everyone (including moi!) loves about Hawaii. Here are 20 other fascinating snippets that’ll heighten your appreciation. 1. All...
Australians have a love affair with the great outdoors. From pristine oceans, sandy deserts to ancient rock formations, the Australian countryside is spectacular. Many Australians have travelled widely but have not seen...
Vacations are a time for the whole family to enjoy, but bringing everyone along for the ride can often get expensive. Between buying food, getting appropriate lodging, and planning great activities that work for the...
Between waiting in lines, going through security and paying exorbitant baggage fees, checking your luggage while flying has become quite a hassle. You can avoid the most of the bedlam by utilizing a few tips. From...
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Did you know that in planning a trip overseas, 46% of Australians talk to family and friends, while 17% visit a travel agency? Likewise, 44% of us are influenced by online reviews and our top destination is New Zealand...
Patriotism comes in many forms. Every country exerts pride and vainglory to different degrees. For sheer vociferousness, the United States of America probably takes the cake (pun intended). Canada is invariably polite...
Some people travel to eat — from foodies who prefer to go to the finest restaurants to the pure adventurous who’s willing to try every known street food in the country or city they visit. However, you...
Most people plan their holidays in advance. However, a number of travellers often come across many unexpected expenses that may take them by surprise. It can be a common expense like departure taxes or a bad surprise...
What can beat a round the world trip? If given even the slightest opportunity, I’m definitely sure that almost anybody would take the chance without a second thought. Though there are some others who might think that a...
For visitors in India, exploring the silk industry is a fascinating experience. There’s such a diversity of manufacturing styles, colours and products. What’s more, silk is such a luxurious, universally appealing...
Embassies in foreign countries are meant for helping their own citizens who are in trouble. In simple terms, an embassy is your emergency contact when overseas. You can always seek help from your embassy whenever you...
Vacations and extended holidays can easily turn into a shooting spree. In your frenzy, hundreds or even thousands of photos can be taken day after day. Assuming that you take RAW+JPG photos, you will need about 20 MB...
Holiday time doesn’t mean that you will completely forget about exercising and staying healthy. There are in fact many ways that you can follow to stay fit and in shape. Whether or not you follow a strict exercise...
No matter how hard you try to prepare for the perfect getaway, there will always be expenses that will tip you a bit off your budget. Here are some tips and advice that will give you a heads up on possible expenses you...
If you have invested enough time with planning, a holiday is certainly within reach! Listed below are some great tips and advice on how to save money on your next holiday: Planning Phase 1. Research. The best way to...
Many have attempted to differentiate North and South Islands of New Zealand. But for some, whether you go to the North or South island, it’s always win-win. It’s New Zealand! Everywhere you go, you see nature’s beauty...
Davao City is the linchpin metropolis of Mindanao, an island the size of Iceland (or Guatemala if you prefer) and the agricultural cradle of the Philippines. Until recently Mindanao was more famous for political...
If there’s one thing you definitely won’t need to organise while in Singapore, it’s a hire car. This isn’t because driving in the city-state is difficult or dangerous; quite the opposite in fact, the high road tolls and...
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Do you love to fly? If you’re anything like me the airport and flight is pretty exciting; you’re off to explore a new country and it all starts in the airport lounge and duty-free department! However, some see it as a...
Everyone needs a vacation to get away from the stresses of the real world, but what if travelling to your dream destination causes unexplained aches and pains? Unfortunately, the lack of activity and keeping your body...
Thanks to the team at MobileZap.com.au (an online retailer stocking the latest mobile phone and tablet accessories) for the opportunity to review the Qi Universal Wireless Charging Plate. Seeing that I am a bit of a...
South Africa is notorious for its safari holidays, but it is also a country filled with a thousand other delights. We’ve made a list of the top 5 unusual things to do in South Africa, so you won’t have to waste a...
Holidaymakers planning a trip to Dubai might be concerned about what they should wear when on vacation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). If this is the case, our guide will help you so you can holiday without worrying...
