Travel Tips

Where Can Your Tax Return Take You?

26th Jul 2017 Travel Tips

Where Can Your Tax Return Take You?

It's that time of year again. You've been collecting your receipts for months and now those little slips of paper will hopefully score you a refund from the tax man. If you're like us then you've probably already been dreaming about how you'll spend your tax return. Forget about paying off your credit card (as if), don't settle for small - dream big!

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Luxurious Bali on a Shoestring Budget

1st Mar 2017 Travel Tips Asia Holiday Destinations

Luxurious Bali on a Shoestring Budget

Bali already has a pretty well-established reputation as an affordable holiday destination, however that doesn't mean you'll be slumming it in backpacker accommodation. In fact, it's entirely possible to indulge your champagne tastes in Bali while sticking to a beer budget. Whether sparkling wine or Bintang is your thing, you'll have plenty of money left over to enjoy both with this guide to Bali holidays for the budget conscious traveller.

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Realise The Wedding Of Your Dreams In Fiji

18th Jan 2017 Travel Tips Pacific Holiday Destinations

Realise The Wedding Of Your Dreams In Fiji

Fiji weddings are becoming increasingly popular and it's not hard to see why. Consider the romantic secluded islands, spectacular beaches, friendly smiling locals and the excellent currency conversion rate - it's simply paradise on earth. Coupled with the fact that many Fiji resorts have addressed the increasing demand of this market by introducing wedding packages, Fiji weddings are a convenient and affordable way to plan your big day.

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Top Tips for the Best Aussie Summer Holiday

4th Jan 2017 Travel Tips Australia Holiday Destinations

Top Tips for the Best Aussie Summer Holiday

It's summer school holidays in Australia and as the temperatures rise, so too do your stress levels. You and the kids made it through Christmas, but as the excitement of their new toys begins to dim you realise there are still 4 weeks until the school term starts. If you're feeling exhausted and have exhausted all your usual school holiday activities, we've put together some alternative options with our top tips for the best Aussie summer holiday.

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A Year Round Traveller’s Guide to Thailand Weather

1st Dec 2016 Travel Tips Asia Holiday Destinations

A Year Round Traveller’s Guide to Thailand Weather

Thailand holidays are tropical, warm and humid practically all year round although seasonal changes do occur throughout the north and south. Thailand’s climate is characterised by high temperatures, high levels of humidity and plenty of sunny days, except during the monsoon when the majority of rainfall occurs.

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Summer Holidays: The Top 5 Ways To Save

19th Oct 2016 Travel Tips

Summer Holidays: The Top 5 Ways To Save

It’s that time of year again. The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer and you’re starting to daydream about your summer holidays. After working hard all year, you’ve got just enough left in the tank to get you through Christmas and then it’s time to recharge your batteries. Time off in summer means time out with the family, away from sleepovers and sporting commitments. Family holidays mean swimming in the ocean, sun kissed skin, salt water dried in your hair and eating mangoes by the tray. So, how do you afford a holiday without breaking the bank? Read on.

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Top Tips for Travelling While Pregnant

5th Oct 2016 Travel Tips

Top Tips for Travelling While Pregnant

Babymoon’s are one the newest trends in travelling. Except they’re not really, it’s just their name that is. For a long time, parents-to-be have been taking romantic or relaxing breaks before their baby is born. Often women decide to travel while pregnant in order to enjoy a last holiday before their newborn baby arrives and puts their travel plans on hold. However many wonder if it is safe to travel while pregnant, whether travel insurance will cover them and what they should pack in order to make themselves comfortable. There’s a lot to consider, so we’ve put together a guide for soon-to-be-parents going on their babymoon. It covers everything from what you should to talk to your doctor about plus handy advice on packing, foods you should avoid while abroad and tips to help you stay comfortable.

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Balinese Massage: Technique or Religious Experience?

28th Sep 2016 Travel Tips Asia Holiday Destinations

Balinese Massage: Technique or Religious Experience?

I recently went on my first Bali holiday and, I'm not going to lie, was pretty excited about the idea of getting a massage every day for about the same price as I'd pay for my cup of coffee back home. Ok, I may be exaggerating a little, but only slightly. Sure, everybody knows about Bali's beaches but I'd also heard from family and friends just how cheap the massages and spa treatments are in Bali so they were at the top of my list. Boy was I ready to be pampered. I wasn't, however, expecting to be converted to the church of the latter day Balinese massage.

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Cargo Cult: The Mysterious John Frum Movement

21st Sep 2016 Travel Tips Pacific Holiday Destinations

Cargo Cult: The Mysterious John Frum Movement

Vanuatu - a land of sprawling beaches and even wider smiles. A stunning island in the Pacific, Vanuatu is a popular holiday destination thanks to its relaxing tropical vibes and breathtaking natural attractions. Yet there is a stranger side to this island nation, an extraordinary following in a tiny village on the southeast coast of one of Vanuatu's most populous islands. You won't find it in any guide books and you certainly won't be able to join a tour there but in the shadow of the active volcano Mount Yasur in Lamakara on Tanna Island you'll find one of the last remaining Cargo Cults.

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What's With The Whitsundays? Australia's Island Love Affair Explained

7th Sep 2016 Travel Tips Australia Holiday Destinations

What's With The Whitsundays? Australia's Island Love Affair Explained

The Whitsundays have always been a beloved holiday destination with people all over Australia, however a recent survey has ranked the islands among the top 10 most popular Australian regional holiday destinations. The Whitsundays have been a favourite holiday hotspot in Australia for decades. It's really no surprise when you consider it's easier than trying to organise your passport for an overseas holiday. With wonderful weather all year round, the islands are particularly popular during the winter holidays. Let's take a look at what makes this North Queensland region so special.

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