Upstate New York in Summer
If you are planning an upcoming trip from Australia to America, you may have thought seriously about visiting New York City. This metropolis is one of the biggest cities on the planet, and it is home to some incredible landmarks. Unfortunately, however, it is crowded, and hot and sticky during the summer months. Even the local residents get out of the city whenever possible, and they are usually seeking out the seclusion and peace of Upstate New York. If this sounds like the perfect holiday destination for you this summer, read on for more information on planning your trip and seeing all of the top destinations and attractions. Planning Your Trip to Upstate New York One of the key things to remember about Upstate New York in the summer is that accommodation can...
Read More5 of the Best Day Walks in New South Wales
New South Wales offers Australia’s most diverse walking tours, covering leisurely coastal treks to challenging mountainous alpine climbs, and everything in between. With so many options, and a variety of National Parks and world class walks to choose from, it’s difficult to know where to start. Try to get a taste of everything on offer with these favourites. Kosciuszko National Park – Kosciuszko Summit Tour The Snowy Mountains, Australia’s most expansive alpine region, are equidistant to both Melbourne and Sydney, with the closest major city being Canberra. To ensure you can get off the beaten track at your own pace, hire a car from your landing destination and enjoy the drive south to the largest National Park in New South Wales. Mount Kosciuszko is...
Read MoreMy Five Favourite Australian Tourism Adverts
Having worked in travel and tourism here in Australia for the past fifteen years, I have always enjoyed when a new Australian tourism advert is launched. The campaigns often spark debate and with every launch, I wait with bated breathe to see if the marketers do Australia the promotional justice it deserves. Over the years there have been some fantastic campaigns that have shown off Australia in all its glory and then, there was “Where the bloody hell are you?” – lets just forget about that one shall we? An effective campaign can not only evoke emotion within us and a sense of curiosity, however ultimately it persuades us to holiday in one destination over another. So I wanted to share with you my five favorite Australian Tourism adverts from...
Read MoreHow to Spend the Perfect Week in Bali
With a nickname like the Island of the Gods, it should come as no surprise that Bali is an incredible destination to visit. The island nation is home to warm weather throughout the year, stunning beaches, artistic mountain villages and unbeatable scenery. Whether you are searching for the ultimate place to relax and unwind or a destination full of outdoor activities, you can have it all in Bali. Since flights from Australia can be as short as three hours to Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport, and great deals on flights to Bali are getting easier than ever to find, there is no better holiday than spending a full week on the island. Here is a great itinerary to follow in order to see, taste, explore and enjoy as much as you can in just seven days. Day 1:...
Read MoreThe Holy City of the Vatican {Photo Junket}
A country within a country, The Vatican or Stato della Città del Vaticano as it is spoken in Italian, is the smallest country in the world and is home to Pope Benedict XVI of the Catholic Church. I recently visited this small state whilst touring from Palermo to Milan in Italy. Being such a small area, the Vatican City is easily achievable as a day trip when in Rome, however you will need many more to fully appreciate the architecture and massive collection of artwork that is housed here. For me however, one of the best aspects of visiting the Holy City was seeing the mixture of people and cultures; From tourists keen to get that perfect photo, to pilgrims who had clearly travelled a long way to pay their respects. Whether it’s people watching from St...
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I’m Peter, an Australian who enjoys sharing my independent travelling experiences and mishaps as I try to convince my wife Niki, that sleeping on trains is a good thing and mountains were made to be conquered. Read More About Us... Join Us
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