Category: TRAVEL

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge this Valentine’s Day

Two men kissing atop Sydney Harbour Bridge

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Updated: 11/02/2023

If you’re sharing your life with that special someone, take it to the next level – kind of literally! – this February with a climb up the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge! The Bridge has become known for great initiatives and special experiences for Sydney locals and visitors from all over the world and this is the latest. Prove how sky-high your love is! The opportunity to celebrate love at new heights with a Valentine’s Day picnic experience like no other will see you ascend the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and bask in the stunning views with your significant other. After your climb, enjoy a lavish picnic at a picturesque location while admiring the magnificent Bridge you just scaled. The luxury menu features a sumptuous graze board, beautifully decorated picnic table, and romantic music, among other delightful surprises. For every Climb, Graze & Gaze purchase, you’ll make a difference by providing 10 meals to those in need, through our partnership with OzHarvest. Starting from $846, this one-of-a-kind experience is the perfect way to make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable. Book now at the Bridge Climb website and make a difference while creating lasting memories.

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How to stay at the White Lotus hotel from season 2

Hotel Italy White Lotus

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Updated: 31/01/2023

Airbnb has done it again – The stunning Villa Tasca from Season 2 of the dark comedy White Lotus, winner of the 2023 Golden Globe for Best Limited Series is available to book on Airbnb.  Assuredly with less murder and conniving, your stay would be located in Palermo, where the estate transports guests back to the 1500’s, featuring 20-acres of garden which includes the infamous swimming pool and four bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom – perfect for your next trip to Italy this Euro summer. Think quintessentially ‘Italian’ decor, spacious rooms, views, art, decadence and the life you were always meant to live. Is what we assume, anyway. And the nicest part is that they’ve kept it doable. With inflation and a rising cost of living, affordability is top of mind for many as they dreamily scroll from post to post – so it’s no surprise that some of the more popular listing posts on Airbnb’s Instagram for 2022 include some great value stays including a cosy mountain cottage in Spain or a glass hut in a forest in Brazil.  Find out more info on Airbnb Images: provided

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Great places to stay in Sydney this World Pride 2023

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Posted: 31/01/2023

Everyone knows that emerges from its 11-month dormancy every year in March to bless the city of Sydney with its rainbow glow and turn Sydney into the living, breathing, beating glittery LGBT heart of the country that it is. So it’s no surprise that likely countless LGBTIQA+ people and their friends will descend on the city this February-March 2023 to bask in some of that rainbow glow, party, celebrate, activate and commiserate. Read more about it all here. If this is you, where will you stay? We spoke to Booking.com and they gave us a round up of some top-notch plays to call yours for a little or a long while, based on which events you’re heading to. Located in the inner-city suburbs of Eveleigh and Redfern, renowned multi-arts organisation Carriageworks will come alive for six days as the First Nations Gathering Space. Stay at the vibrant Adina Apartment Hotel Chippendale offering modern service apartments with a leafy courtyard and outdoor plunge pool.  2.              Event – Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade and Pride Villages Be in the thick of the action around Oxford St where the iconic Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade and Pride Villages will take place. For 9 days from February 24th, parts of Crown St and Riley St will be closed to host an array of Pride Villages including stalls, performances, dining and Booking.com’s own Travel Proud stage. Make yourself at home at this Victorian Style House with Courtyard off Oxford St fitted with everything you need to enjoy your stay whilst immersing yourself in the celebrations. Only… Read More

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Why chartering a yacht this summer is a must

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Posted: 19/01/2023

Doesn’t matter whether you’re talking an Australian summer, or a flash European trip along the Italian Riviera, chartering a yacht is one of those treats in life you’ve got to jump at when you have the chance. And here’s why! We spoke to Borrow A Boat, pioneering the route to getting your own yacht for any summer. A yacht for everyone There are so many benefits to chartering a yacht; first and foremost, you get the benefits of ownership without having to invest. Why own 100% of an asset when you only use it for a few sunny weeks of a year or a few days per month? Chartering a yacht gives you ultimate flexibility and freedom of choice. Jason Gasparro, COO of Borrow A Boat, explains, “You can chop and change and have a different boat each week in a different place if you choose to use the BAB marketplace like ours.” Aside from the varied choice of boats, you have with chartering; you can prioritise the boats with cutting-edge and new technology each time – something you cannot do with the wear and tear associated with ownership. Complete customisation Another factor that is not easy with ownership is the utilisation; however, with chartering, you can customise your experience each time. You can pick and choose the yachts that cater to your specific trip’s needs. You may want all the best water toys and fishing equipment onboard for that trip with your friends, a romantic setting for a special occasion, spa and wellness amenities… Read More

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Move to Perth, Australia: pros and cons

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Updated: 24/08/2023

Moving to Perth, Australia, is a big decision, and it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement. After all, change is exciting! But before you pack your bags for Perth, Australia, you should know a few things about the city. By the time you finish reading this article, you’ll know whether or not Perth is the right place for you. This article will cover everything from the cost of living and weather conditions to how to find jobs! Things to consider before moving You’ll need a suitcase (or two!), as well! Our favourite at the moment is American Tourister Pros Perth is a great city to live in. It has good weather, a strong economy and plenty of exciting things to do and see. The food is also excellent here, with restaurants offering a wide range of cuisines from around the world. There are many reasons why it is popular for people to move here: If you want your suitcase to look unique, and make it easy to distinguish from other suitcases. Then you can consider custom stickers cheap at this time. You can customise stickers with your name plus any pattern, or choose to customise some stickers of different shapes. In this process, custom stickers not only play a perfect decorative role but also reflect the importance you attach to this suitcase. It can be customised, no matter what you want to decorate with it. Custom stickers are not only very cheap but also very practical, hurry up and try them. Cons Takeaway:… Read More

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5 Melbourne photo opps you don’t want to miss

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Updated: 21/12/2022

Maintaining a long-standing stranglehold on the list of most liveable cities in the world, Melbourne is known for many great things. With an abundance of instagrammable places in Melbourne, it’s no surprise the city is known for its trend-starting fashion scene and cultural hotspots. Plus, it’s nigh-impossible to walk around the city without stumbling over the perfect cup of coffee. Being an incredibly artsy city, you’ll find several photoshoot locations in Melbourne that can take your Insta from first-timer shots to world-star compositions with some genuinely incredible Melbourne photography spots. If you want to capture new images for your Instagram feed, read our list of the best places to take photos in Melbourne, grab your camera, and snap these Melbourne photo-opps! Flinders Street Station On top of being a major transport hub for the CBD and one of the first stops for everything from business to site seeing, Flinders Steet station is a picturesque structure worthy of capturing on camera. Alight at Flinders Street station if you are interested in French Renaissance architecture. Then, take a moment to practice your documentary street photography and study the personalities of the crowds that gather here throughout the day. Photography Suggestion: You’re sure to find other shutterbugs around this Melbourne photography spot, so it’s also a great place to meet others in the scene. Hosier Lane/ACDC Lane We’ve lumped these two photography locations in Melbourne together since we couldn’t decide which was the best place to view high-quality street art in Melbourne, the so-called cultural capital of Australia…. Read More

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A 16,000km test drive of the Next-Generation Ranger by Ford Australia

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Posted: 11/12/2022

A team of 16 drivers came face-to-face with 1,000km each, putting the Next Generation Ranger by Ford Australia through its paces. From Melbourne to Sydney, to the top of Queensland, through to the Northern Territory, down the West Coast and back across the Nullarbor. Unfolding in a single Ranger, the Unlimited Test Drive saw 16 Aussies test the vehicle’s capability and versatility in every possible environment for work, family and play. Amongst the 16 Australians is Mitch Morrison from Yaroomba, Queensland. A Leaf Gatherer, collecting the best vegetation to feed Australian wildlife. Alongside these stories, the campaign incorporates content that tells Ford’s ownership story and showcases the product and design features that make the Next-Gen Ranger is the most customer-centric Ranger ever. The test drive has made a content series that Ford will release over the course of 2022-2023, giving us unprecedented insight into the car, how it drives and what you can do with it. Alongside these stories, the campaign incorporates content that tells Ford’s ownership story and showcases the product and design features that make the Next-Generation Ford Ranger worthy of anyone with a life they out through its paces. See more about the car at the Unlimited Experiences website, where Ford’s team of ‘Ranger Experts’ are on hand to help you get the most out of your Ranger.

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Your next holiday: Hobbiton in New Zealand is available to book on on Airbnb

A sweeping view of Hobbiton in New Zealand

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Posted: 08/12/2022

If you’ve ever wanted to hibernate in the side of a hill behind a super charming round door, then this is the news you’ve been waiting for. Hobbiton is now rentable. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey from the mind of J. R. R. Tolkien, Hobbiton is available to book only on Airbnb! Those keen can book one of three exclusive two-night stays available for fans around the world, and explore the behind-the-scenes making of the film trilogies that have become an unexpected holiday classic. Nestled in the picturesque pastures of New Zealand’s Waikato region on a 2,500 acre working farm, the property’s rolling, green hills – bear a striking similarity to The Shire™ as described by J. R. R. Tolkien in The Lord of the Rings, and captivated Sir Peter Jackson’s movie scouts more than two decades ago. The team quickly realised the Hobbits had found their home – and this holiday season, it could be yours.  Alexander will host three individual two-night stays for up to four guests at NZD $10 per night* as an homage to the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, courtesy of Airbnb.  With access to 44 Hobbit Holes, The Millhouse, The Green Dragon Inn, and other beloved locations from the work of J.R.R. Tolkien, guests will take an unexpected journey into Middle-earth for an experience unlike any other.  For more, head to the Airbnb website

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Get your photo with Santa – on top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge!

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Updated: 08/11/2022

This is the month it almost begins to feel like Christmas! Even Santa’s feeling the merriment and has landed on top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge where he’s cleared his schedule every Sunday morning from 6 November to 18 December 2022 for the ultimate Christmas photo: 134 metres above sea level and with the iconic Sydney Opera House as the backdrop. The man-in-red will be spreading his cheer for the Christmas must-do for all ages with one of the most breath-taking views in Australia – and the best thing is, with a sunny Christmas a sure thing every year, you know it’ll make for a great picture! As well as experiencing the best views of Sydney whilst scaling the iconic arches, Christmas cheer add-ons include a complimentary printed Santa photo with every purchased photo package, optional festive photo border on all photos, Santa hat to take home, and the chance to sing-along to your favourite Christmas carols on a stage like no other. For more info and to book – be quick! – head to the BridgeClimb website

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Stay in the Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters house in Salem this Halloween with AirBnB

Hocus Pocus AirBnB

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Posted: 26/10/2022

As if the remake of everyone’s 90s favourite Halloween movie Hocus Pocus isn’t enough to get you excited, then brace yourself, because the Sanderson Sisters’ cottage is available for stays! It’s all a bunch of Hocus Pocus at the Sanderson Sisters’ cottage, where, for the first time ever, you can run amok this Halloween season when the soul-stealing, spellbinding trio invites visitors to get into the Halloween ‘spirit’ with an overnight stay at the scene of their scheming.  Nestled in the remote woods of Salem, Massachusetts, the Sanderson Sisters’ cottage has been recreated as though it’s been frozen in time for 300 years – just in time for the siblings’ highly anticipated return in Hocus Pocus 2, streaming on Disney+ beginning Sept. 30 (rated PG, Disney+ subscription required, must be 18+ to subscribe).  Get a special AirBnB spooky Halloween deal The Sanderson Sisters will host the timeworn cottage for an exclusive stay on Oct. 20 for two guests, at only $31* USD a night in celebration of All Hallows’ Eve. Wooden boards that groan under the weight of curious cats and cupboards filled with blood of owl and herb that’s red (and even a hair from Winifred’s head) await those who dare to explore the cottage’s dark corners. Prior to slumbering in the sisters’ humble abode, guests can: Try their hand at enchantments enshrined in the ancient spellbook that guided the sisters in all their mischief. (Maybe just don’t expect to turn anyone into cats as a result.) Explore the dark, rich history of Salem… Read More

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