Whenever we tell people that we have travelled around the world, the first thing they usually say is “we wish we could do that!” A dream that sits firmly atop many a bucket list, world travel used to be something only the rich and famous could enjoy, but today it is cheaper and easier than…
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Our Top 5 Travel Gadgets
In today’s modern “mobile” world of internet savvy travellers, packing for a trip abroad is no longer just about suntan lotion and a good book, it’s all about the travel gadgets! From iPads, iPods, and iPhones, to Kindles, portable DVD Players, and of course, cameras, it seems we are more concerned about packing the right…
There’s Something About Sardinia!
We have just returned from a flying visit to Sardinia and the three-night experience has left me exhausted, at least a kilo heavier, and madly in love with this wonderful Italian island! A mere 1 hour and 20 minute flight from our base in Austria, the island of Sardinia is perfect for a weekend getaway,…
Our Australian Adventure – Snakes, Spiders, Sharks and Stinger Suits!
You gotta love Australia! It’s big, it’s beautiful, and it has so much to see and do that you could quite possibly spend the rest of your life uncovering this magnificent country/continent that combines white beaches with red deserts, big cities with endless bush lands, humongous rainforests with barren canyons, and just about every creepy…
Britons – Spending more on Holidays in 2012
According to a new poll from Visa Europe, Britons are planning to increase their holiday spending in 2012, with each of us spending an average of £3,890 on overseas breaks. Great news for the travel industry and even better news for those of us who enjoy taking holidays, this encouraging survey indicates that the amount…
Cycling Yarra Valley
One of the most fun, exciting, and exhausting experiences of our recent trip to Australia, involved cycling the Yarra Valley Wine Region on a bicycle that was older than… well old! An experience I will never forget, it still brings a smile to my face every time I think of our “day trip” discovering the…
Tailor Made Travel
If you are looking for an experiential travel package, something that includes your dream destinations, your preferred hotels, and only your favourite activities, then it may be time to ditch those dated holiday brochures and get in touch with a modern tour operator that can tailor make the holiday of your dreams. Today’s traveller is…