Where are we now? Over here!

Hello all. It has been AGES since I’ve update this blog? Why? Well, my priorities have shifted somewhat. I’m still in Australia, and loving the life here, but over the last few months I’ve... [Read more]

Is Australia jealous of New Zealand?

Australia is jealous of New Zealand’s brand strategy and has yet to “crack the marketing code”, according to Tourism Industry Association New Zealand chief executive Tim Cossar. Travel Today reports... [Read more]

Indian tourism in Australia in danger?

From a preferred destination to a most-avoided holiday spot – the downslide in the Indo-Australian tourism sector has come rather fast in the wake of the alleged racist attacks on Indians there.... [Read more]

Paying for the experience?

I’d venture to say that most people that read this blog travel extensively – or at least have an interest in travelling. It’s also quite likely that you plan out your trips, and do your... [Read more]

No love from the airports. New “kiss and drop” fees popping up around the world.

An airport in England has started charging airline passengers to “kiss and drop” zone outside its main terminal. All drivers, including taxis, will have to fork out STG1 ($A2.07) for spending... [Read more]

Two big movie premieres in two days. Why Sydney?

I’m a pretty big movie buff, and a hardcore trekkie (nerd alert!) to boot. Last night, at the Sydney Opera House, J.J. Abrams and the cast of the new Star Trek movie had their world debut. The red... [Read more]

A trip back to America. Three reasons why I don’t miss it.

My long haitus on the site has been the result of a 2 week holiday back to the States. Back to visit family, to visit my 2 week old neice, and to further plan for my upcoming wedding in September. It was... [Read more]

Avoid those hidden hotel charges!

Are you just as tired of those hidden hotel charges as I? On a recent trip overseas, we found ourselves nickel and dimed to death. So I had a read around the net, and found that Andrea Bennett had the... [Read more]

Clean up, Australia!

Clean up after yourself. In fact, why not clean up after everyone else also? It’s a sad fact that people have no respect for the environment in which they live, but alas, some people just don’t... [Read more]

Flying V Australia? Think twice.

I can’t necessarily vouch for what their flight service is like, but if it’s anything like their customer service, I’d think twice before booking. Here’s why: V Australia was scheduled... [Read more]