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Saturday 31 May 2014

Win a shopping voucher + Melbourne hotel stay

I don't know what I like more? The shopping spree or the free accommodation?

Prize includes:
$1,000 to spend at matchesfashion.com on the perfect holiday wardrobe and two nights at the impeccably turned-out Cullen hotel.

Enter online: here
Entries close: 3 June 2014


Thursday 29 May 2014

With a $10,000 Busabout adventure

Busabout is a great way to explore Europe! I like that it's flexible, and you can do any activities you want- or not. Who wants to come with me if I win?

Prize includes:
  1. One (1) Grand Prize of two (2) spaces on the following products: fully flexible 6-stop hop-on hop-off passes; 3 day Italian Adventure; 9 day Bohemian Rhapsody (Prague-Split); 8 day Croatia Sailing; and 7 day Bohemian Trek (Split-Prague). See website for further details on all trips included in the prize.], excluding air fare and third party trips.
  2. What's Included: Up to twenty three (23) nights twin or triple-share accommodation; some meals: some continental breakfasts, some three course dinners (based on the specific trip itinerary); an experienced, professional tour manager; transport on an air-conditioned coach; and sightseeing tours of all major areas as per the itinerary.
  3. Maximum prize value: $10,000 AUD
Enter online: here remember to confirm subscription 
Entries close: 31 May 2014


Wednesday 28 May 2014

Win an amazing trip to kick start your career- an ultmate overseas trip

This is a must enter competition. I was blown away by the prizes on offer. Win a trip valued at AUD$21,450.00!

Prize includes:
Either A. Animal welfare prize- flights to Finland, airport transfers, 8 day Nordic Wilderness Adventure tour, flight to Romania, 2 weeks volunteer project at Romanian Bear Sanctuary, travel insurance, spending money, new panasonic camera.
Or B. Business and finance prize. airfares to New York, airport transfers, 8 nights accommodation, 5 day Financial Training Course, NYC Financial Capital Tour
Or C. Fashion prize. airfares to Milan, airport transfers, 3 weeks Basics of FAshion course, accommodation, spending money.
Or D. Photography prize. Airfares to Myanmar, 13 day National Geo Photography Expedition of Myanmar, Travel insurance, Spending money, Nikon DSLR.
Or E. Sustainability prize. return airfares to Nepal, airport transfers, 21 day Shree Janta Ma Vi School project volunteer program, Travel insurance, spending money, panasonic camera, nepal visa.
Or F. Media and journalism prize. Return airfares to Atlanta, New York, LA, airport transfers, accommodation, VIP backstage pass to CNN, NBC, primetime emmy awards, Sony handycam.



Enter online: www.shm.mx/kickstart/4954
Entries close: 2 June 2014


Tuesday 27 May 2014

Last chance: Win an Ultimate PNG Surf Holiday

A secret surfing haven? Yes please- minor problem, I don't know how to surf.

Prize includes:
  • Return flights from the nearest departure point - Brisbane, Cairns or Sydney to PNG with Air Niugini
  • Return airport transfers within PNG
  • 7 nights Fan cooled beachfront bungalow accommodation with bathroom
  • Three meals per day
  • 1 x 1.5L bottle of water
  • Services of expert local surf guides
  • 1 x Free Surf transfer per day to/from other local surf breaks. approx. 10 min drive.
  • SAPNG (Surfing Association of PNG) membership fees
  • Vanimo Surf Club local surf management levy to control surfer numbers
  • SAPNG Survival kit with Bag, T-Shirt and DVD plus other info.

Enter online: http://competitions.surfstitch.com
Entries close 27 May 2014



Monday 26 May 2014

win a winter trip to melbourne

How do you like to keep warm in winter?

Prize includes
- return economy flights to melbourne
- airport transfers
- 2 nights at a 4 star accommodation
- 2 nights at Pepper Moonah links resort
- 2 course dinner at Pebbles
- peninsula hotsprings pack
- $500 cheque

Enter online:  enter here
Entries close 8 June 2014



Sunday 25 May 2014

Win a foodie trip to Sydney

Wow. IconPark sounds like a great idea.

Prize includes
return economy flights for the Winner and one (1) guest from the capital city in Australia closest to the Winner’s place of residence to Sydney, NSW valued at a maximum of $600.00;
b)    one (1) night’s accommodation for the Winner and their guest at a minimum 3 star hotel in Sydney (to be determined by the Promoter in its absolute discretion)(the “Hotel”), valued at a maximum of $300.00;
c)    transfers for the Winner and their guest valued at a maximum of $100.00;
d)    VIP degustation dinner for the Winner and their guest at Stanley St Merchants, 78 Stanley St, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010 valued at a maximum of $500.00;
e)    1 x day trip with chef Matt Stone including fishing on a boat (weather permitting) and foraging on and around Sydney harbour valued at a maximum of $3,500.00;
f)    The Winner’s name will be emblazoned on one of the stairs at Stanley St Merchants valued at a maximum of $500.00.

Enter online: http://natgeotv.com.au/win/entryform.aspx?id=175
Entries close: 9 June 2014


Saturday 24 May 2014

LAST CHANCE: Win a Kimblerly adventure

I have always wanted to visit the WA, and it's one of those places that you just have to visit.

Prize includes:
  • Return economy airfares for two people to Broome and Kununurra, WA - $3000
  • From nearest Australian major capital city
  • Accommodation for 10 days
  • One nights accommodation in Kununurra - $200
  • Four Day cruise along the Kimberley Coast with Great Escape Charters - $4300
  • Accommodation and tours in Broome – Tours $230, Accom $400
  • Accommodation and tours at Home Valley Station Kununurra – Accom $240, Tours $630
Enter online: http://woobox.com/g4b86j/7pl2kj
Entries close: 25 May 2014


Thursday 22 May 2014

LAST CHANCE: win a trip to New Zealand

This would make a great graduation trip!

Prize includes:
- two (2) free places on guaranteed departures of the “New Zealand – North Island Encompassed” trip (ONNE) (no substitutions)
- 2 flights on Air New Zealand up to the value of USD $3,000 including all taxes and fees levied by the airline on the tickets on the route

Enter online: here
Entries close: 25 May 2014
Answer here for Q1: http://flashpackerhq.com/flashpacking-new-zealand-with-stray-day-1/


Win a hamilton island sailing trip

Pick me, Pick me!! BEtter get fit, just in case :P

Prize includes:
1.2 x return economy flights (winner + guest) to/from winner’s nearest capital city up to the value of $1000 per person.
2.Airport transfers to/from Hamilton Island airport valued at $100. All other transfers including transfers to/from winner’s capital city airport plus any other transfers on Hamilton Island (outside of prize package transfers) are the responsibility of winner.
3.Sailing Adventures package; 9 x nights accommodation (arriving Friday August 15 and departing Sunday August 24th) at Yacht Harbour Towers, participation in Hamilton Island sailing regatta including mlitiple races (Lindeman’s Island Race, Race 4-6 of regatta), training, boat familiarisation and race briefing as part of 10 member crew, one of 2 Sailing Adventures boats, all food and beverage (excluding spirits), valued at $6250 per person. The winner must be available to travel on this date.
4.1 x Nautica men’s polo shirt and 1 x Nautica women’s polo shirt valued at maximum of $89.95 per item.

PRIZE VALUE: $14,879.90 

Enter online: here
Entries close 26 May 2014

Wednesday 21 May 2014

Win an adventure in Wollongong with your 3 mates

This would make the ultimate hen's trip!!

Prize includes:
- Transfers from Sydney CBD to Wollongong accommodation provider (specified by the Promoter) in a limousine;
• Provision of accommodation in a property specified by the Promoter to cater for the entrant and their three (3) friends for two nights (Friday and Saturday of travel period);
• All of the adventure Activities which will be provided free of charge for the entrant and their three (3) friends and include Skydive the Beach and Beyond, Just Cruisin’ Motorcycle Tours, HangglideOz, Cliff to Coast and Southern Biplane Adventures;
 • Breakfast on the Saturday and Sunday and lunch on the Saturday of travel period will be provided by the Promoter at no expense to the entrant and their three (3) friends; and
• On Friday and Saturday evening the entrant and their three (3) friends will be informed of the small bar’s that have set aside a $100 bar tab for them to share and utilise at own discretion for meals and beverages. Expenses incurred in excess of this amount will be at the expense of the winner and their three (3) friends.

Enter online: here via facebook
Entries close 25 May 2014


Tuesday 20 May 2014

win a trip to kenya


I've been counting the number of countries I've been to lately. And it's far too few. Here's a way to boost the list.

Prize includes:
 a. Great Kenya Safari plus 3 nights Mombasa Beach Stay for two (2) people valued at $7,840. 
   b. 7 nights accommodation on safari, 
   c. 3 nights accommodation in Mombasa, 
   d. transport in safari minibus, 
   e. driver/guide, 
   f. breakfast only in Nairobi, all meals while on safari, and breakfast and dinner in Mombasa, 
   g. national park fees and bottled water on safari, 
   h. transfer to Mombasa airport on departure.
   i. two (2) return economy flights with Kenya Airways to Nairobi from Sydney via Bangkok. The Sydney to Bangkok leg will be undertaken by codeshare partner Thai Airways and then connecting in Bangkok to Kenya Airways flight to Nairobi valued at $3,100.

Entries close: 27/5/2014
enter online: http://www.discovermagicalkenya.com.au/natural-attractions/detail/4#&utm_source=ga_ap_Comp7

Quick- win a trip to Thailand


You might know that it's scoopon's 4th birthday. There have been many bargains (travel and non-travel) that i've had on the site, a few duds too. But check out this competition, remember you can unsubscribe at any time.

Prize includes:
- return economy airfares for 2
- 7 nights accommodation in Thailand

Enter online: http://woobox.com/28hyxz/7yemxf
Entries close: 23 May 2014



Monday 19 May 2014

Win a trip to Santa Monica

The end of route 66. I have fond memories of Santa Monica and it's beach. The incredibly large lemonade I had, as well as the amusement park suspended over the water by a pier. And the often missed Getty Villa.

Prize includes:
- Five nights’ accommodation at Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel, featuring their wellness and fitness package.
- A mega luxury spa experience for two.
- Return transfers from Los Angeles airport to Santa Monica.
- Dinner for two at one of Santa Monica’s farm-to-table restaurants.
- Return flights for two from your nearest capital city to Los Angeles.
- Bike rentals to embrace Santa Monica’s sustainable lifestyle.

Entries close 25 May 2014
Enter online: here


Sunday 18 May 2014

Win an overseas tour and luggage

It's one of those prizes where you will need to have to have some savings to take advantage of.


Prize includes:
1. $1,000 voucher towards a tour for two people with Evergreen Tours – a world of discovery
2. Stylish set of three Drivelite luggage cases from Antler – the champions of lightweight luggage
3. Selection of Go Travel Products to help you get the most from your travel experience
4. Men’s holiday wardrobe to the value of $500 from Ubermen – contemporary urban looks and uncompromising quality.
Choose from the UK, Europe, Canada, South America, Africa and many more incredible destinations. Enter now!
Entries close: 30 May 2014


Saturday 17 May 2014

Win: a basketball trip in the states

 What a great opportunity for basketball lovers!

Prize includes:
One (1) winner will each receive a prize package valued at $4,800
- Two return economy airfares to Los Angeles departing Friday, 13 June 2014 and returning Tuesday, June 17, 2014
- Airport transfers to and from hotel
- Two nights’ accommodation in a four star hotel from 13 June, 2014 to 15 June, 2014
- Two (2) Upper Deck tickets for the winner and one (1) guest to attend (a) the Los Angeles Dodgers v Arizona Diamondbacks
- Two ABL merchandise packs (each consisting of one cap, baseball and water bottle and two tshirts)

Enter online: https://www.formstack.com/forms/?1694437-E16cZnNGdY
Entries close: 19 May 2014


Friday 16 May 2014

Win a TNQ adventure

Have you entered yet? And what would you choose?

Prize includes:

(i) return airfares (Qantas domestic)
(ii) 3 nights accommodation and car hire
(iii)Load&GoReloadable Visa Prepaidvalued at $1,500 spending money (formeals, extratours, additional flight costs,etc.)

Option A: A voucher for an Outer Great Barrier Reef experience
Option B: A voucher for a Mountain bike tour (‘All Mountain’ tour), bike & helmet hire
Option C: A voucher for a 40 minute hang gliding experience

Enter online: http://exploretnq.com.au/enternow
Entries close: 24 May 2014


Thursday 15 May 2014

Win an ultimate Las Vegas Trip!

WOW. is the only word I can use to describe the prizes offered.

Prize includes:
- return economy flights to Las Vegas
- private transfers
- 5 nights twin share in a 4 star hotel
- Party bus tour
- Indoor sky diving experience
- Grand canyon white water rafting and helicopter tour
- x scream ride at stratosphere tower
- $5000 spending money to do everything else you wanted to do in Vegas.

Remember, whatever happens in vegas, stays in vegas!
And whatever doesn't kill you only makes you stronger. 

Enter online: here
Entries close: 30 May 2014


Tuesday 13 May 2014

Win a trip to New Caledonia

This is probably what paradise should look like.

Prize includes:
return economy flights with Aircalin from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, return airport transfers in Noumea, two nights staying at the Hilton Noumea La Promenade Hotel at Anse Vata Bay, a half-day orientation tour of Noumea with Arc en Ciel Voyages and three incredible nights staying in an over-the-water bungalow at L'Escapade Island Resort, a short 20 minute boat ride from the centre of Noumea.

Enter online: http://www.haveitall.com.au/win.html
Entries close: 14 June 2014



Friday 9 May 2014

win: an outback aussie adventure

Wish list wish list!

Major prize includes:
  • Return economy airfares for two people to Broome and Kununurra, WA - $3000
  • From nearest Australian major capital city
  • Accommodation for 10 days
  • One nights accommodation in Kununurra - $200
  • Four Day cruise along the Kimberley Coast with Great Escape Charters - $4300
  • Accommodation and tours in Broome – Tours $230, Accom $400
  • Accommodation and tours at Home Valley Station Kununurra – Accom $240, Tours $630
  • Full itinerary provided as an attachment.

Enter online: http://woobox.com/g4b86j/7pl2kj
Entries close 25 May 2014


Thursday 8 May 2014

Win a $20,000 travel voucher

This one takes a bit of an effort to enter.

Prize includes:
$20,000 travel voucher

Enter online: https://www.facebook.com/AdventureWorldTravel/app_1434606596783223

Entries close: 22 May 2014

Wednesday 7 May 2014

win a tropical NQ trip

Tropical north queensland is a wondrous place. Haven't been back for way too long.


Prize includes:
1. Port Douglas holiday ~ 5 nights accommodation at QT Port Douglas for up to two adults and two children (0-12 years) staying in a 2 bedroom villa including buffet breakfast daily at Bazaar plus a AU$500.00 Discover Queensland Travel Voucher for use towards flights. Valued at AU$2450.00. 2. Diamond stud earrings ~ 2 = . 40ct F SI round brilliant cut diamonds in an 18ct white gold setting. Valued at AU$2000.00. 3. Erin Louise Gift Certificate. Valued at AU$500.00.

Enter online: http://bit.ly/1ndYOXj
Entries close: 11 May 2014



Tuesday 6 May 2014

Win: an ultimate shopping trip

Stye icon Kate Moss signature store.

Prize includes:
• A $1000 Shopping Spree at Topshop Oxford Circus
• Two (2) economy class tickets with Etihad Airways from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth to London departing in September 2014
• A $2000 Flight Centre voucher to be used towards 5 nights accommodation in London for two (2) people

Entries close: 10 May 2014


Monday 5 May 2014

win a gold coast trip and shopping spree

This sounds like one of those prizes I would really enjoy. Shame that I already live on the Gold Coast :P

Prize includes:
Major Prize includes: 
  • Return economy flights and from the winner's capital city to the Gold Coast
  • Return transfers between the airport and the hotel
  • 3 nights' twin share accommodation
  • 2 day passes to Wet'n'Wild
  • A SurfStitch.com styling session and apparel for the winner
  • A SurfStitch.com Warehouse Dash for the winner and their guest to each grab $2000 worth of clothing, accessories and products from the SurfStitch.com warehouse.
Enter online:here
Entries close: 19/5/2014


Friday 2 May 2014

Win: trip to the UK and travel in style

Where would you on the UK? London? Manchester? Edinburgh?
I would head to Edinburgh next, couldn't fit it in my schedule this time around.

Prize includes:
Option 1: London
-    Two (2) x return Premium Economy flights from Sydney, Australia to London UK valued at up to $13,840.00 (including taxes)
-    Four (4) x nights’ accommodation in a twin or double bedded room, at the Radisson Edwardian May Fair Hotel in London including full English breakfast valued at up to $3,000.00
-    AUD $5,000 – awarded in the form of a cheque made in favour of the winner
-    1 x Antler Camden Town 4 Wheel Standard Medium Roller luggage case for each person, valued at AUD $330 each.
-    1 x styling session in Sydney with fashion stylist Donny Gallela valued at up to $2,500.00

•    The prize must be redeemed in full and as a package by 07 May 2014 – 30 November 2014
•    The prize is subject to availability at the time of booking and the following 2014 blackout dates apply: 20-22 May, 04-08 July, 14-17 July, Easter, Christmas, School Holidays, Special Events periods.

Option 2: Manchester
-    Two (2) x return Premium Economy flights from Sydney, Australia to Manchester UK valued at up to $13,840 (including taxes)
-    Four (4) x nights’ accommodation in a twin or double bedded room, at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Manchester in Manchester city in London including full English breakfast valued at up to $3,000.00
-    AUD $5,000 – awarded in the form of a cheque made in favour of the winner
-    1 x Antler Camden Town 4 Wheel Standard Medium Roller luggage case for each person, valued at AUD $330 each.
-    1 x styling session in Sydney with fashion stylist Donny Gallela valued at up to $2,500.00

•    The prize must be redeemed in full and as a package by 07 May 2014 – 30 November 2014
•    The prize is subject to availability at the time of booking and the following 2014 blackout dates apply: 20-22 May, 04-08 July, 14-17 July, Easter, Christmas, School Holidays, Special Events periods.

Option 3: Edinburgh
-    Two (2) x return Premium Economy flights from Sydney, Australia to Edinburgh UK valued at up to $13,840 (including taxes)
-    Four (4) night’s accommodation in a twin or double bedded room with breakfast included at Hotel Missoni, Edinburgh valued at up to $3,000.00
-    AUD $5,000 – awarded in the form of a cheque made in favour of the winner
-    1 x Antler Camden Town 4 Wheel Standard Medium Roller luggage case for each person, valued at AUD $330 each.
-    1 x styling session in Sydney with fashion stylist Donny Gallela valued at up to $2,500.00

•    The prize is subject to availability at the time of booking 2014 Blackout dates: 24 – 25 May, 21 – 22 August, 23 – 28 September, Easter, Christmas, School Holidays, Special Events periods.
•    The prize must be redeemed in full and as a package by 07 May 2014 – 30 November 2014

In the event the winner is not from the Sydney Metropolitan area the prize will also include:

-    Two (2) x domestic, economy flights from the winner’s nearest capital city to Sydney, Australia valued at up to $1600.00 (including taxes) (depending on point of departure)

The Total prize pool is valued at up to AUD $26,600.00 (including taxes) (depending on point of departure). Any ancillary costs associated with redeeming the prize are not included. These are the responsibility of the winner.

Enter online: http://www.harpersbazaar.com.au/fashion/virgin-atlantic/#entry-form

Entries close 6 May 2014


win flights to tasmania

I love competitions that gives me a chance to plan a holiday while entering.
Show us some cheeky bums!
With so many flights up for grabs you are in with a great chance.

Prize includes: return domestic flights to Tasmania

 Enter online: http://gobehindthescenery.com.au
Entries close: 4 May 2014



Thursday 1 May 2014

Win: A $10,000 trip

Just what can you do with a $10,000 adventure?
Travel round the world, and join a few tours? Or with your partner to a romantic get away? So many so many options!


Prize includes:
$10,000 My Adventure Store voucher.

Enter online:

Entries close: 30 May 2014