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	6/1/2014- 13/1/2014	180
Nanjing	$790	$669	$1,459	$208	20/3/2014- 2/4/2014	200
Ningbo	$790	$693	$1,483	$212	20/3/2014- 2/4/2014	200
Hanoi	$890	$679	$1,569	$224	20/3/2014- 2/4/2014	200
Xian	$890	$693	$1,583	$226	20/3/2014- 2/4/2014	200
Da Nang	$1,490	$703	$2,193	$313	4/1/2014- 13/1/2014	240
Tokyo	$1,790	$775	$2,565	$366	8/1/2014- 12/1/2014	170
Nagoya	$2,090	$779	$2,869	$410	20/3/2014- 2/4/2014	200
Toronto	$4,390	$2,345	$6,735	$962	20/3/2014- 2/4/2014	200

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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/thehobbitDOS

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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 Period	Low Season: 03 Feb 2014 - 25 Mar 2014^, 01 Apr 2014 - 10 Apr 2014^ 28 Apr 2014 - 26 Jun 2014, 14 Jul 2014 - 18 Sep 2014 07 Oct 2014 - 14 Nov 2014 Shoulder Season: 26 Mar 2014 - 31 Mar 2014^, 11 Apr 2014 - 27 Apr 2014^ 27 Jun 2014 - 13 Jul 2014, 19 Sep 2014 - 06 Oct 2014 15 Nov 2014 - 30 Nov 2014
Trip Type / Class	Round Trip / Economy
Ticket Change	AUD80 fee applies per adult / child ticket, per change. Infants paying 10% of the fare no charge.

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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
Kunming	$690	$694	$1,384	$198	13/03/2014- 26/03/2014	200
Ho Chi Minh City	$790	$734	$1,524	$218	26/12/2013- 6/01/2014	210
Hangzhou	$790	$694	$1,484	$212	26/12/2013- 03/01/2014	160
Kota Kinabalu	$990	$735	$1,725	$246	13/03/2014-26/3/2014	200
Qingdao	$990	$694	$1,684	$241	13/3/2014- 26/3/2014	200
Seoul	$1,490	$791	$2,281	$326	2/1/2014- 6/1/2014	60
Paris	$1,990	$2,547	$4,537	$648	26/12/2013- 5/1/2014	150
Maldives	$1,990	$2,134	$4,124	$589	28/12/2013- 1/1/2014	80
Amsterdam	$3,490	$2,314	$5,804	$829	13/3/2014- 26/3/2014	200
New York	$3,990	$2,450	$6,440	$920	13/3/2014- 26/3/2014	200

*Fares quoted are subject to applicable taxes and other surcharges.
As reference only, the current fuel surcharges for tickets issued between now and 31 Dec 2013 are as follows:
For flights between Hong Kong and Southwest Pacific, North America, Europe, Africa, Middle East and Indian Subcontinent – HKD935 per flight sector;
For all other regional flights not mentioned above – HKD229 per flight sector;

The fuel surcharges for tickets issued on/after 1 Jan 2014 are as follows:
For flights between Hong Kong and Southwest Pacific, North America, Europe, Africa, Middle East and Indian Subcontinent – HKD915 per flight sector;
For all other regional flights not mentioned above – HKD218 per flight sector; 

http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_HK/latest-offers/flights/fanfares/index.html

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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, city tour (must arrive between April and June 30, 2014)
- 2 nights in Wuerzburg
- 3 nights in Berlin
- 2 nights in Bremen
- 2 nights in Hamburg
- Rail Plus Germany pass for two people (www.railplus.com.au)

Enter here: https://thesydneymorningherald.wufoo.com/forms/m1u0dgir1i0usuc/

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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 here: http://channelnine.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8772515

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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 South Africa?
- Say I do in Paris?
- Have yumcha in Hong Kong?
- Have high tea in London?

Prize details:

(a) two return Qantas Economy class tickets from each winner’s

closest Qantas-serviced capital city airport in Australia to any destination on the

Qantas Domestic or International network (flight associated taxes, fees and carrier charges are included), flying on Qantas code services; and

(b) AU$2,500 of spending money.

Enter here:
http://qant.as/spirit/win.html

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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).
$500.00 cash to spend.


Enter here: http://channelnine.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8768815

My answer is to see my cousin's baby, due early next year. I don't want to miss out on this cute little bundle and teach him some true aussie slang.

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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. After dreaming, I've realised that I've saved at least $5000 by NOT buying lotto tickets.

But I am curious, What would you do if you won $70 million??

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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 they have reversed the charges including any applicable interest!

Other honourable mentions- no annual fees, and good exchange rates, shoppers protection on outstanding amounts. 

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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	$1,459	$208	20/12/2013- 30/12/2013	180
Qingdao	$790	$669	$1,459	$208	19/12/2013-30/12/2013	210
Kuala Lumpur	$990	$738	$1,728	$247	6/3/2014-16/3/2014	250
Osaka	$1,890	$815	$2,705	$386	6/3/2014-16/3/2014	150
Moscow	$1,990	$2,171	$4,161	$594	6/3/2014-16/3/2014	150
Johannesburg	$1,990	$2,435	$4,425	$632	24/12/2013-30/12/2013	100
Milan	$1,990	$2,307	$4,297	$614	24/12/2013-29/12/2013	80

With Christmas and New Years just around the corner, don't you deserve a little break too?

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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	$1,469	$210	14/12/2013-19/12/2013	90
Phuket	$1,090	$726	$1,816	$259	27/2/2014- 9/3/2014	200
Yangon	$1,290	$632	$1,922	$275	16/12/2013-23/12/2013	60
Tokyo	$1,690	$775	$2,465	$352	12/12/2013-17/12/2013	100
Dubai	$1,990	$2,171	$4,161	$594	27/2/2014- 9/3/2014	200
Paris	$1,990	$2,538	$4,528	$647	13/12/2013- 17/12/2013	80
Adelaide	$2,890	$2,660	$5,550	$793	27/2/2014- 9/3/2014	150

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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	$1,559	$223	20/2/2014- 5/3/2014	250
Kuala Lumpur	$990	$738	$1,728	$247	20/2/2014- 5/3/2014	200
Seoul	$1,390	$762	$2,152	$307	20/2/2014- 5/3/2014	150
Nagoya	$1,590	$779	$2,369	$338	8/12/2013- 10/12/2013	150
Fukouka	$1,890	$779	$2,669	$381	20/2/2014- 5/3/2014	150
Milan	$1,990	$2,307	$4,297	$614	5/12/2013-13/12/2013	130
Frankfurt	$3,490	$1,223	$4,713	$673	20/2/2014- 5/3/2014	200

Estimated tax and charges. Based on exchange rate of $7HK to $1Au.

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