WIN: accommodation in Surfers Paradise

Here's a treat. Come visit my hometown of the Gold Coast. The home of beautiful beaches, theme parks, and fantastic walks. Great shopping and entertainment (especially since light rail construction in tourist areas are done). While you are at Surfers Paradise Marriott you MUST check out - the pool, where you can swim with tropical fish - Benihana- AMAZING Japanese food.  Entries close: 10 feb 2014 Prize includes: Overnight accommodation...

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WIN: a $5000 Creative Holiday

How far can $5000 take you? With Creative, there are plenty of choices: - European cruise for 2? Yes please - Cruise Mexico or Washington? - Honeymoon package at a tropical beach location? - Luxury spa escapes? - Enrol in a trip to England, Scotland and Wales? There is bound to be something for everyone. Prize includes $5000 Creative Holidays voucher you can use on flights, accommodation or tours. Enter online: http://www.creativeholidays.com/frmNewsletterSubscribe.aspx Entries...

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win: a free sri lanka tour

Have you entered yet? isubscribe is great for free travel brochures and inspiration. Order some free brochures today! Prize includes: Itinerary: Day 1 Colombo - Katunayake Day 2 Avukana - Anuradhapura Day 3 Ritigala Day 4-5 Trincomalee Day 6 Hiriwadunna Village Safari - Polonnaruwa Day 7 Sigiriya – Minneriya National Park Day 8 Matale – Kandy Day 9 Knuckles Mountain Range Trek Day 10 Giragama – Kitulgala Day 11 Kitulgala – Colombo Day...

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Day 2: yehliu, jiufen, shifen

Day 2 of my trip was really a highlight. After an oily Taiwanese breakfast from a trolley aunty, we did a taxi tour of Taipei surrounds with our hired taxi driver. He was an absolutely wonderful guide, and great recommendation from Tripadvisor friends.  We hit peak hour Taipei traffic but as soon as we escaped from the city, we were rewarded by scenic views of the northern coast.  The driver was great, we could stop for as long...

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WIN: private yacht experience on Hamilton Island

Have you entered yet? Have you? An ultimate trip to Hamilton Island including a private yacht experience. I'm not even kidding. I can't imagine a better way to spend time with friends than enjoying a nice cruise in one of the most beautiful places in the world!! Would it be a family trip? A double date? I fell in love with Hellyhansen stuff when I was living down in Melbourne, you should check out their range if you have a store near you! Prize...

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CX fanfares 28 Jan 2014: Philippines

I looked at the price of travelling to Clark/Angeles and my first thought was, that's cheap, that's somewhere I have never been before. Upon doing a bit of research, I found some pretty significant travel warnings for the country. http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/advice/philippines. The poor country seems to be attacked by forces both man-made and natural. Exercise caution. But the airfares will definitely help those who want...

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WIN: deluxe cabin stay in Australia

Fancy something a little different? Whenever my family goes on road trips we explore the option of staying in holiday parks. In Australia, holiday parks are a little ways off from the main tourist hotels, but some have fantastic frontages over beaches and lakes. Deluxe cabins are a fantastic alternative to motels, especially in scenic areas. The cabins are ensuited, and usually there are several beds, with bunk options. Prize includes: 4 night...

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WIN: A trip for 6 to the GHAN!

This is got to be one of the most amazing prizes on offer. The Ghan is one of the most sought after experiences in Australia. It's on my wish list, it's on my mother's wish list, it's on every retiree's wishlist. Why? Because it's usually a little out of my price range. With the Ghan, you can enjoy a luxious journey through the great Aussie outback. Be rewarded with world class service. To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Ghan's inaugural Adelaide to Darwin journey, we're giving you and 5 friends the chance to WIN a holiday in...

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WIN: flights and accommodation to Brunei

Think extravegant. Entries close 11 Feb 2014 Prize includes: The prize includes TWO economy class tickets from Melbourne to Brunei (flying Royal Brunei Airlines) and two nights’ accommodation (including breakfast) at the Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam. Enter here: http://www.traveltalkmag.com.au/competitions/win-a-trip-to-beautiful-bru...

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WIN: flights to sydney and Cake Bake and Sweets show

Foodies, this is the competition for you!! Mark your diaries to the inaugural Cake Bake and Sweets show in Sydney. MARCH 2014 (www.cakebakeandsweets.com). If I was in Sydney, my saliva would be right at the show. Prize includes: Return economy flights to Sydney from your nearest Australian capital city Two nights accommodation at the Shangri-La Hotel Sydney (twin share) High Tea package for two at the Shangri-La Hotel Sydney 2x...

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love ham. WIN a foodie experience

LAST CHANCE Win a foodie trip. What is your favourite dish with Parma Ham and why? Prize • Your prize will include return flights to Melbourne for you and a friend, private airport transfers and a 5* CBD hotel stay. • You will also receive two tickets to Melbourne’s Food and Wine Festival as well as a dining voucher for the incredible, award winning restaurants at Crown Melbourne.  Enter here: https://tenplay.com.au/competitions/parma...

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Win: A heron island escape

Have you entered the Natio competition to Heron Island yet? Remember you can enter once a day! Prize includes: - 3 nights accommodation in Wistari suite in Heron Island Resort, Queensland, Australia for two,  - all daily meals for two,  - one spa package for two,  - return airport and boat transfers from Gladstone to Heron Island resort for two,  - return economy airfares for two from the winner's nearest capital city Enter...

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WIN: 5 nights accommodation in Thailand

Looking for a romantic trip away? Win 5 nights in a delux room inc breakfast in Thailand! NB: flights and transport not included. Win 5 nights in a Deluxe Room including breakfast at Chantaramas by Epikurean Resorts in Koh Pha Ngan, Thailand! - See more at: http://www.holidaysforcouples.travel/competitions/531-january-2014-win-5-nights-in-a-deluxe-room-including-breakfast-at-chantaramas-resort-spa-by-epikurean-resorts-in-koh-pha-ngan-thailand#sthash.t5w5WG3z.dpuf Win ...

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CX fanfares- 21 Jan 2014- New York

It's getting closer to my next trip, so looking at fanfares is getting a little more exciting. Nothing that hits the spot at the moment, but heaps of sale fares are due to come out soon. Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Sanya $490 $669 $1,159 $166 23/1/2014- 31/1/2014 100 Ningbo $790 $693 $1,483 $212 6/4/2014- 19/4/2014 200 Phnom Penh $790 $773 $1,563 $223 25/1/2014- 30/1/2014 110 Shanghai $790 $669 $1,459 $208 23/1/2014- 2/2/2014 ...

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Amsterdam trip? Tripadvisor

Following the same method as my London post, I did some research on Amsterdam. Step 1. I started with Tripadvisor: http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attractions-g188590-Activities-Amsterdam_North_Holland_Province.html Step 2. After I had logged in, there is an option to add attractions to “my trip”. So I added - Central library - Prinsengracht - Anne Frank's house - Van Gogh museum - National museum - Bridge of 15 bridges - Riekermelon - Tulip museum Step 3. Cull the list - What is a must see?   Step 4. So you have your list,...

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London Calling- Planning with Tripadvisor

My mum has decided that we should spend a couple of days in London. So I thought I would do some preliminary planning. I thought by starting with the things I must see, then I can work out how many days I would need. Step 1. I started with Tripadvisor: http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attractions-g186338-Activities-London_England.html Step 2. After I had logged in, there is an option to add attractions to "my trip". So I added - Les Miserables/Lion King - Musical - Houses of parliament - National gallery - British museum - churchill war rooms -...

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Win a Julique Trip! SA Australia

You have heard of Julique right? Yes, its the amazing skin care brand your overseas relatives love. To be honest, I didn't know about them until I got requests from my overseas relatives to stock up as presents. But after trying the stuff, I believe it's in line with the same offerings as Crabtree and E. But homegrown and naturally Australian. Now win a fantastic prize to the home of it all. Prize includes - a personal tour of the Jurlique Mylor...

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CX fanfares 14 Jan 2014- London

This week's fanfares focus on Jan and April. The funniest fare I found was for London, with little option but to travel 21-23 Jan. Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Clark/Angeles $400 $669 $1,069 $153 17/1/2014- 27/1/2014 210 Sanya $490 $669 $1,159 $166 1/4/2014- 14/4/2014 200 Guilin $790 $669 $1,459 $208 1/4/2014- 14/4/2014 200 Nanjing $790 $669 $1,459 $208 1/4/2014- 14/4/2014 200 Hangzhou $790 $693 $1,483 $212 16/1/2014-...

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One way airfares v return airfares

A few years ago, I found myself stranded in a foreign country. The only option was to book a new flight home. But the one way flights were as expensive as the return flights less taxes. Here's why. Original article: http://m.smh.com.au/travel/holiday-type/budget/everyone-asks-why-is-a-oneway-airfare-almost-as-much-as-a-return-ticket-20140108-30gj1.ht...

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CX fanfares 7 Jan 2014- First cab off the rank

It's Cathay's Fanfares again! Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Kunming $690 $672 $1,362 $195 27/3/2014- 9/4/2014 200 Kaohsiung $790 $635 $1,425 $204 27/3/2014- 9/4/2014 200 Zhengzhou $790 $672 $1,462 $209 9/1/2014- 14/1/2014 200 Hangzhou $890 $672 $1,562 $223 27/3/2014- 9/4/2014 200 Penang $890 $710 $1,600 $229 9/1/2014- 20/1/2014 210 Phuket $1,090 $725 $1,815 $259 27/3/2014- 9/4/2014 200 ...

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Win a trip to Europe with Emirates

LAST chance Entries close 7 Jan 2014 Describe your ultimate getaway experiencing the best of europe your way? Two (2) x return Business Class airfares to any of the 35 European destinations on the Emirates network, and departing from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane or Perth international airports, via Dubai valued at up to $20,000 (including taxes, depending on point of departure) enter here: http://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/competitions/be-inspired-win-europe-your-way!/ My ultimate getaway experience- explore the pictureque sights,...

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A good reason to be in Japan this time next year

Apple lovers, for ¥36,000 (close to A$340) you can win an apple mac air+magic mouse+dr dre speakers, ipad air, etc. It's part of the Apple Japan Red pockets promotion they have each year. Original article: http://www.iphonehacks.com/2014/01/apple-2014-lucky-bag.h...

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