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Australian’s travel guide essentials for your next trip to Italy

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“According to The Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, there were 978,421 Australian citizens who visited Italy in 2017, making it the 6th most popular overseas destination,” says Roberto Carozza, a travel expert from travelspring.it. Mr Carozza continues that say, “And it’s easy to see why, Italy provides a beautiful holiday destination and an incredible travelling experience for backpackers. The long Mediterranean coastline and beautiful landscapes provide the perfect haven for those looking to take a relaxing break. Not to mention the country is steeped in interesting history and has a unique culture.” If you’re an Australian citizen wishing to explore the ancient ruins of Rome, or you want to immerse yourself in the aroma of Venice, then check out our essential travel guide for Italy. Italy’s Entry and Exit Requirements Italy is a member of the Schengen State (along with various other European countries), this means that you can enter without a visa, if you are from a country who is also a member of the Schengen State. If you aren’t upon arrival into the country, then you’ll be issued with a short period visa, or the common Schengen Visa upon arrival. The common Schengen Visa allows you to stay in the country for a maximum of 90 days over a six month period. Visa and other entry and exit conditions (such as currency, customs, and quarantine regulations) are subject to change at short notice. If you aren’t sure about your visa requirements then you must contact your nearest Embassy of Italy… Read More

Top 3 best Brazilian restaurants in Adelaide

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Adelaide is South Australia’s cosmopolitan coastal capital and is home to a variety of restaurants and eateries that can suit everyone’s tastes. In recent years, Adelaide has seen an increase in restaurants that specialise in Brazilian food. “Adelaide is the 5th biggest city in Australia, and as such there are thousands of places to eat. Whether you are a local or just visiting, your taste buds are in for a treat,” says Matheus Romero, a spokesperson from Reviewbox, “Traditional Brazilian recipes are hard to come by in other parts of the world, but not in Adelaide, where you can find several restaurants that serve delicious food inspired by Brazil.” 3 best Brazilian restaurants in Adelaide Check out our three favourite Brazilian restaurants and book yourself a table today. If you are on your travels and Sydney is your next stop, then have a look at the best places to get Latin American food in the capital. The Eagle’s Nest is situated on George Francis Drive, in Mount Compass. They have a delicious selection of Brazilian food, including gluten free options such as Brazilian Moqueca, and vegetarian options such as Vegetable Ragout. The Brazilian Tasting Plate is perfect to share and comes with a range of char grilled meats from their Brazilian Churrasco BBQ menu. They also have a kids menu, so you can take the little ones out for a nice meal too. The restaurant serves alcohol and has a nice relaxing vibe, which is ideal for casual dining. You can even sample their food… Read More

How to make money while you’re travelling (and return with cash in your pocket)

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If you really enjoy travelling and you like to make money, finding ways to generate an income while you travel might seem like the ideal combination. While this may seem like a pipe dream, the truth is there are plenty of ways for you to earn an income while travelling the world. With new technologies opening up the world, there are now many ways to go about making money on the road. If you’d like to make money when you’re travelling (and come home with money in your pocket) here’s what you need to know. Get organised If you are planning to make some cash off your next trip, it really helps when you are organised before you leave home. When travelling with a set plan in mind, this will increase your potential to earn, so start by mapping out a travel schedule. From here, read through a few of the ideas in this article on how to earn money and to set a “plan of action” into place. Pack your gear and anything else you may need Depending on what plan you have in mind to generate money, you may need to buy gear that is associated with this role. This might include investing in a new lens for a camera in order to take professional photos or purchasing a couple of battery packs for either your computer or your phone. Once you are organised and you have done the necessary research on how to make money while you travel, you can now prepare… Read More

What features do today’s home buyers look for?

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What does the modern home buyer look for? This could be an important question to ask if you’re planning to sell your property in the future. By improving your home to include one or two of the features, you could make your home more desirable (and you could even increase the value of your home). Here are just some of the most sought-after features that modern Australian home buyers want. Swimming pool Pools remain one of the most desirable features in a home. 20,000 are built nationally every year and they are most popular in suburbs where there are more families with kids. Building a pool can be expensive – the average pool costs $30,000. Pools can add value, but it depends on where you position your pool and how big it is. Ideally, you don’t want to sacrifice too much space in your backyard and you want it to be visible from inside the home (for many parents, this makes keeping an eye on the kids easier, making it less of a safety concern). Open plan layout Open plan layouts gained popularity in Australian homes in the 50s and have continued to be sought after features. They provide more space for entertaining and allow a flow of air that can keep the home ventilated. Achieving an open plan layout may involve knocking down interior walls – which is a job best left to professionals. Cut-outs can be a cheaper option that can still help to link rooms and provide that sense of openness.   Natural… Read More

HGH and anti-ageing effects. Is there any connection?

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There is a wave of change blowing through this country, and it is fueled by the desire of adults who no longer want to accept what fate has in store for them as they get older. These individuals know that they are going to live longer today than previous generations, and for that reason, they are looking into the HGH anti-aging effect and what it means to their bodies. Growth hormone is the body’s most powerful chemical messenger. As a result of its various functions, it is essential for the regeneration process that creates the cells needed to maintain muscle and bone integrity, collagen levels and skin suppleness, hair and nail growth, and internal organ size and structure. Without growth hormone stimulation of the liver’s production of Insulin Growth Factor-1, all of these areas will suffer. This is not the only reason why people are looking at anti-aging and HGH in the form of injections as a way of maintaining the body’s structural and performance integrity. HGH injections are also essential for proper brain, heart, immune, and metabolic functions. How does human growth hormone work? Human growth hormone works by rushing through the bloodstream to deliver crucial messages to HGH receptor cells located in tissues, organs, glands, and in the brain. These signals activate certain pathways and functions that stimulate a variety of different functions, including the ones mentioned in the previous section.  The reason people view anti-aging and HGH therapy as a conjoined factor is due to the extensive systemic changes that will take… Read More

Fixer-Upper or “Flipper-Upper”?

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Money will dictate every single purchase we make in our home. But what about those people that have yet to buy their home? It can be easier to purchase a fixer-upper, but does this mean that we will spend more money getting it up to code? On the other hand, there are people who are looking for a newly renovated property, because this requires less upkeep, and the value of the property is right there in front of them. But should we buy a fixer-upper? Is it actually worth the investment? Or are we just better off purchasing a renovated, “flipped up” property? A fixer-upper It all depends on the state of the property. If, at the very outset, you’re going to spend a month cleaning your home before you take stock of what needs altering, you’ve got to think about the impact on your finances, as well as your sanity! Fixer-uppers are great in theory, but if you spend six months to a year getting everything just right, will this make it an emotionally draining process? Fixer-uppers are best done in sections. Perhaps it’s worth undertaking the kitchen renovations first and moving on gradually to each room. This will make it easier on your bank balance and make sure you’re not stressing out because the whole house has been gutted from top to bottom. As a fixer-upper, there’s a lot more leeway in terms of creating the home you want. And if you are intending to sell the property on, flipping the home in… Read More

5 tips on healthy eating when you’re super busy

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5 Tips on Healthy Eating When You’re Super Busy With a crazy schedule that is packed with work, school assignments, family, and friends, eating healthy can be a real challenge. You may also tend to abandon working out and sleeping adequately. The net effect of these things is an unhealthy and unfit body, which makes it hard to be effective in everyday activities. This results in you being even busier, and hurting your health more—what a vicious cycle. So, how can you make sure to eat healthy even when you are super busy? Opt for a better alternative than take-out You can easily dial your local pizza place when you cannot shop or cook, as it is the most convenient option. However, have you ever considered that for the same price as take-out, you could have a nutritious or healthier meal brought to your door? Some companies will deliver ingredients and recipes to your house so that you can whip up fresh and nutrient-packed food within a short amount of time. Also, other companies deliver ready and delicious foods, such as flame-grilled veggies or jambalaya chicken. Though, if you’re craving pizza, you can try buying your own own pizza oven. Cooking pizza using your own pizza oven means you have complete control over what ingredients you choose. Speaking of healthy foods that will enable you achieve your fitness goals, you can complement them with steroids, which you can conveniently buy at Steroidsfax. They will help you build muscles, lose fat, and have an overall fit… Read More

Why the anti-aging industry is always growing

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Aging can be defined as a complex process that is manifested by decreasing functions in all structures in living organisms, affected by structural and environmental characteristics. Although there are many theories and views investigating various aspects of the aging process and old age, it has not been fully explained in all its aspects despite the years of scientific research. All mechanisms that reveal the signs of aging should be examined and the connections and interactions between them should be established and healthy and successful ways of aging should be determined. What is Anti-aging? Everyone grows, but aging is optional. Of course, you can’t take the time back, but with some care, you can prevent the effects of aging and look fresh always. Here’s a method to keep you young and healthy; “Anti-aging”. Everyone has a skin age and defense system that is suitable for their genetic code. Some are fortunate, even if there is no need to pay much attention to the skin, others have to think about their skin first. The health of the skin is directly related to the health of the body. We must take good care of our skin while fighting internal and external factors. Stress is the most important internal destructive factor. Stress affects our body’s natural cortisone production negatively. Anti-aging is a working area that tries to prevent, slow down or eliminate the effects of aging. This allows people to have a longer and healthier life. Therefore, the field of anti-aging also covers many branches such as genetic engineering,… Read More

Changing your drinking habits: What’s Your Story?

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Over the next two weeks, Melbourne will come alive with three artwork installations that highlight one thing: the drinking culture in Melbourne is taking a shift. But, is it for you? The City of Port Phillip, City of Stonnington and City of Melbourne are all coming together this summer to highlight a fundamental shift in the way Melbourne locals approach their drinks. They hit the streets and targeted people from the ages of 18 to 24 who enjoy pubs, visit clubs and are out ’til all hours, making the most of Melbourne’s renowned nightlife. What did they find? Three poignant quotes from hundreds of people they collected stories from that really shone a light on some promising shifts in the approach we might be seeing towards drinking and drinking culture. Hot tip: it’s a healthier one. Aptly titled What’s Your Story? – see it at @whatsyourstorymelb on Insta – it formed a new campaign by the three local governments that is about asking participants a series of questions relating to their nightlife experiences in Melbourne and relaying the three core approaches to drinking culture that exist now into interactive artwork around the city. It’s all a part of VicHealth’s Alcohol Culture Change Initiative which aims to change cultures of risky drinking in Victoria. “Music is all I need” was the first of three installations to make its way to Queensbridge Square (15 February), before the other two take an even rotation to give each message a natural moment in the spotlight. It’s reflective of a culmination of quotes… Read More

Queensland’s most spectacular beaches

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In a state with an area of 1,852,642 km², travellers will find themselves in tropical utopia when in Queensland. The state is home to the most spectacular areas of natural beauty, with over 25,000km of incredible coastline to enjoy and more than 10,000 breathtaking beaches to explore. Since the number of stunning beaches can be overwhelming, we have narrowed down the list of the most amazing beaches in the state. Nudey Beach, Fitzroy Island Nudey Beach is situated on the South-West shores of Fitzroy Island ? a 339-hectare paradise island just a 45-minute Fast Cat ride away from the Cairns Marina in Tropical Queensland. Located within the calm sheltered waters of the Great Barrier Reef which is home to many beaches, Fitzroy Island  is surrounded by a wide array of flora and fauna, and is covered in dense tropical rainforest, of which 95% is listed as a protected National Park. Before rewarding yourself with this enchanted part of the island, you may fancy yourself with a 45-minute stroll through the tropical rainforest vegetation from Welcome Bay where you’ill be surrounded by dense tropical rainforest and coastal woodlands. With its clean, gorgeous stretch of pristine white sand and crystal-blue, calm waters, it is no surprise that Nudey Beach was crowned as Australia’s Best Beach for 2018. Nudey beach is ideal for those who chase beaches for a time of reflection and relaxation. Whether it’s laying out a towel and feeling up some of the year-round warm tropical weather or swimming and snorkelling amongst the vibrant marine… Read More