CX fanfares 31 December 2014- Toronto

Is 2014 your year of travel? Will you go somewhere you have never been before? Cathay has a few good fares to get you started. I've never been to Toronto- to visit the niagara falls would be fantastic. Whatever your plans, I wish you and your family a Happy and safe 2014. Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Haikou $490 $669 $1,159 $166 2/1/2014- 9/1/2014 150 Taichung $690 $658 $1,348 $193 5/1/2014- 12/1/2014 220 Kuala Lumpur $790 $738 $1,528 $218 ...

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WIN a trip to New Zealand! Hobbit Location tours

Why are you excited to see the new Hobbit film? Here's another reason to get excited about the Hobbit Film Prize - Economy Flights to Queenstown, NZ flying Air NZ (2) - 7 nights accommodation  - Airport transfers - Film tours - Travel insurance Enter here: http://www.thefix.ninemsn.com.au/thehobbitD...

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BIG DEALS in economy, BNE to HKG $670 return via cathay!

Yes you heard me right. BIG DEALS in economy, BNE to HKG $670 return via cathay! http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_AU/latest-offers/flights/promotion-code-multiple-diy-fares/big-deals-63-cities/economy-class-airfares.html?cm_sp=AU-_-SALES-_-BIGDEALSY-AUSMULTI-24DEC13 Departure PeriodLow Season:03 Feb 2014 - 25 Mar 2014^, 01 Apr 2014 - 10 Apr 2014^28 Apr 2014 - 26 Jun 2014, 14 Jul 2014 - 18 Sep 201407 Oct 2014 - 14 Nov 2014Shoulder Season:26 Mar 2014 - 31 Mar 2014^, 11 Apr 2014 - 27 Apr 2014^27 Jun 2014 - 13 Jul 2014, 19 Sep 2014 - 06 Oct 201415...

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CX fanfares 24 December 2013- Maldives and Paris

The streets are almost empty. Everyone seems to be celebrating with family or overseas. It's not too late to book a holiday! My picks would be Paris for the fantastic sights of a European Christmas or off for a sunny start of the year in maldives! Merry Christmas everyone!! Whether you are at home with family or overseas with friends, stay safe, enjoy good health and the Love of God this season. Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Haikou $490 $694 $1,184 $169 13/03/2014- 26/03/2014 200 ...

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Win a Trip to Germany! Last Chance

LAST CHANCE Closes 23 December 2013 “What would be one of the first thing on your list to see or do in Germany?" Bratwurst. I'd eat as many Germany sausages as my stomach would allow. here are some more ideas: http://www.germany.travel/youth/index/start/ Prize includes: - 2 x Economy class return tickets from Australian capital city to Germany (flights conditions: The winner must fly in and out of Germany.) - 3 nights in Duesseldorf for 2 persons + public transport + city tour - 2 nights in Hannover double room +tours + public transport,...

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WIN flights to UK and Robbie Williams concert

LAST CHANCE to win flights to the UK and see Robbie Williams live! Closes 12PM AEDST 25 words or less what your favourtite Robbie William's song is and why  Prize includes: Two (2) x Tickets to see Robbie Williams Live in London at the O2 Arena on July 8, 2014 Two (2) x Return Economy airfares from winners nearest capital city Four (4) x Night’s Accommodation in London at a minimum 3.5 star hotel Hotel and Airport transfers Enter...

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Win QANTAS flights ANYWHERE

The spirit of Australia has been in the news a lot for it's poor financial performance. There are certain rules about % of share ownership, etc. All business aside, it's all about travel. Qantas has just changed the look of their uniforms. To celebrate, they are giving away 3 prizes. Each prize gives you the choice of a Domestic or International destination and $2500 spending money. Where would you go on the Qantas network? - Visit a friend for their wedding in Australia? - Hop to New York for the fantastic broadway shows? - Go on a safari in...

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Win a LA trip- don't miss this chance

LAST CHANCE. closes at 10am AEDST. ‘Why would you like a trip to LA?’ Email your answer, full name, age and daytime contact number to todaycompetitions@nine.com.au  Two (2) Round-trip Economy tickets on Qantas from nearest capital city Lax return. Three (3) nights' accommodation at the JW Marriott at LA Live. Ground transport from LAX to the hotel and return. Two (2) tickets to the G’Day USA 10th Anniversary Los Angeles Black Tie Gala (Saturday, 11 January 2014 at The JW Marriott at LA Live in Downtown Los Angeles)....

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what would you do with $70million dollars?

Apparently, a lucky Gold Coast person has won themselves $70 million in Lotto. http://www.mygc.com.au/article/news/local-newsroom/40068-winning-$70-million-oz-lotto-ticket-sold-on-the-gold-coast.php I asked my friends this, and 10/10 Travel was one of the top 10 things they would do with the money. The possibilities are endless, you can even get to Space with that amount!  A truly out of this world experience. Other things people said include giving money to charity, paying off mortgage, buying investment properties, starting a business....

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28 degrees credit card for travel- props!

Remember my post about not getting my deposit back from Tiffany Chang of Taroko Gorge? http://halftheadventure.blogspot.com.au/2013/11/bit-upset-about-deposit.html Well after Paypal said they could do nothing about it, I went and asked my credit card company. 28 degrees ME had AMAZING customer service. They made feel really comfortable in the claims process and were very responsive to enquires on social media. I take it all the time to travel, and I'm so glad I was protected this time. A welcomed Christmas present was the letter saying that...

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CX fanfares 17 December 2013- Moscow!

This week, my picks are definitely Osaka and Moscow. If you can brave the cold that is. There are still plenty of warmer weather options available. Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Guilin $590 $669 $1,259 $180 6/3/2014- 18/3/2014 200 Wuhan $590 $694 $1,284 $183 6/3/2014-16/3/2014 200 Taipei $790 $669 $1,459 $208 6/3/2014-16/3/2014 250 Phnom Penh $790 $773 $1,563 $223 21/12/2013- 28/12/2013 180 Shanghai $790 $669 ...

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CX fanfares 10 Dec 2013- Tokyo

I remember visiting Tokyo in Winter. The most breath taking view was the blue fairy lights lining the streets. This week, Cathay has Tokyo flights on sale! Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Sanya $590 $669 $1,259 $180 27/2/2014-9/3/2014 250 Fuzhou $590 $669 $1,259 $180 13/12/2013-23/12/2013 180 Ningbo $790 $693 $1,483 $212 27/2/2014- 9/3/2014 200 Ho Chi Minh City $790 $710 $1,500 $214 27/2/2014-9/3/2014 200 Hanoi $790 $679 ...

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CX fanfares 3/12/2013- Hello Germany!

It's getting close to Christmas, and dreaming of a cold winter with snow. This week, Frankfurt and Milan are on sale. What are you waiting for? Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Kaohsiung $690 $658 $1,348 $193 5/12/2013-13/12/2013 150 Hangzhou $790 $669 $1,459 $208 5/12/2013-13/12/2013 150 Phnom Penh $790 $773 $1,563 $223 5/12/2013- 14/12/2013 210 Hanoi $890 $679 $1,569 $224 20/2/2014- 5/3/2014 250 Nanjing $890 $669 ...

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Win $1000 travel voucher- 2 competitions from #STAtravel

Get to know your travel style with these 2 competitions. Competition 1: Win a $1000 Qantas travel voucher thanks to STA travel :) Enter on facebook: https://apps.facebook.com/au-naughty-or-nice/ Like, subscribe to newsletter, answer a few questions to enter. Competition 2:  Win a $1000 STA voucher thanks to STA travel. Enter on their webpage: http://www.statravel.com.au/bucket-list.htm  Survey about travel bucket list. Travel taxes and visas are extra. Closes: 4 December.  Where could $1000 with Qantas/STA voucher take...

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Taipei day 1: CKS memorial hall, taipei 101, shilin night markets, diary of taipei II

After an exhausting day in Singapore, we slept right through the flight on scoot to Taipei (packed flight). We arrived ahead of schedule at 5.35am. It was still dark outside but the cues started at Taipei airport. It took us over an hour from the moment we got off the plane, cleared immigration and picked up our baggage. The airport was big and parts of it was under renovation. Since the high speed train connection from the airport...

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#WIN- a week in #Scotland

This is very exciting. I clicked on an ad for a competition to win a trip to Scotland! The inclusions list was huge. Some of the things I look forward to including piping lessons, cruise on Loch Ness, and guided castle tours! Enter here: http://www.visitscotland.com/en-au/win/hc2014/ Entries close: 30 July 2014. Prize includes: - Return airfares for 2 - Car hire - 7 nights accommodation - Guided tour of Castle Kennedy Gardens, and afternoon...

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CX fanfares 26 November 2013- Paris baby!

Paris for under $5000hk including relevant taxes, I'm already there. Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Sanya $490 $669 $1,159 $166 28/11/2013- 6/12/2013 160 Kuming $690 $693 $1,383 $198 13/2/2014- 26/2/2014 200 Cebu $790 $578 $1,368 $195 29/11/2013- 6/12/2013 210 Xian $790 $669 $1,459 $208 1/12/2013- 9/12/2013 150 Shanghai $890 $669 $1,559 $223 13/2/2014- 26/2/2014 200 Penang $990 $773 $1,763 $252 13/2/2014-...

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Hotel review: Diary of Taipei II, Ximending

Originally we had planned to stay at a different hotel, however, because additional family members joined us in Taipei, we had to search for something else. We stumbled on Diary of Taipei II in ximending from Hotels.com Combined with a voucher code (10% off), we saved well over 50% the advertised price. When we first booked the hotel, we couldn't really find any reviews, and some of the reviews were questionnable. Although the price could have...

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Win $8000 holiday with shapes

Here's another chance to win a holiday. I love that there is a choice when you win. You can choose a NZ holiday package for 3, Did you know that New Zealand is the home of bungy jumping? But if the idea of jumping off a bridge is not your idea of fun, you can choose to have a luxurious escape to hamilton island or a family vacation to the home of fun- the Gold Coast. So really, this competition allows the thrill seeking holiday makers, the romantic getaways, and family stays to be catered for. Access competition here: http://www.thehothits.com/competitions/2003/win-an-$8,000-holiday?link_origin=90x90_comp_page Entries...

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CX fanfares 19 November 2013

Taipei sold out so quickly! Just back from Taipei, it was a long trip, so I'll write about it later. Plenty to see, sorry you missed out on the fanfare sale! Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Taipei $790 $669 $1,459 $208 6/2/2014- 19/2/2014 200 Hanoi $790 $679 $1,469 $210 23/11/2013-2/12/2013 180 Hangzhou $790 $693 $1,483 $212 22/11/2013- 30/11/2013 180 Ningbo $890 $669 $1,559 $223 6/2/2014- 19/2/2014 200 Siem Reap $1,490 ...

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