Top 10 adventures so far

Here are my top 10 trips so far (1) USA/Canada for 3 months...

Friday, 28 February 2014

Win a Business Class trip for two with Virgin Australia

Flying business is something quite special. As I often walk right past business carriages in flights to check out what I am missing out on, there is sometimes the value of flying business- especially long haul. My experience, for example, on Singapore airlines business class is a hard to forget experience. People calling you by name, and not trying to ignore your requests. Eating with silverware and scallops instead of cattle class mush. There is...

Thursday, 27 February 2014

Win a trip to Asia

Celebrating the Lunar new year here in Australia is completely different to celebrating it overseas. Overseas, it's all about the family greetings, fireworks, pre-sales, red pockets, food, food and food.  Prize includes: The first valid entry drawn will receive a Direct Flights travel voucher to the value of $4,999 (RRP) (incl. GST) to be used as described below (the “Prize”): -       Destination: departing...

Wednesday, 26 February 2014

Win a four-night stay at the InterContinental Bali Resort!

Would you even leave the hotel if you stayed at the Intercontinental (http://bali.intercontinental.com)? Think luxurious suites, endless white sand beaches, pampering at the spa, top fitness equipment, foodies delights- great food and cooking classes, yoga, bike rides, tennis, body boarding, the list goes on. Prize includes: 4 nights stay at the Intercontinental Bali Resort Enter online: http://www.bride.com.au/win/lastminute Entries close: 06...

Tuesday, 25 February 2014

CX fanfares 25 Feb 2014

If you have watch HK tvb drama recently, you may have an urge to go to Penang. And for this price, you can afford to!  As always, see http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_HK/latest-offers/flights/fanfares/index.html for complete details and most accurate taxes and surcharges. LocationPriceTaxesTotal HK$AUD$DatesSeats Haikou$490$669$1,159$16628/2/2014- 7/3/2014150 Ningbo$790$672$1,462$20911/5/2014-24/5/2014200 Hangzhou$890$693$1,583$22611/5/2014- 24/5/2014200 Kuala Lumpur$990$738$1,728$24728/2/2014- 10/3/2014210 Penang$990$773$1,763$25211/5/2014-...

Last chance: Win a fiji trip

Have you entered yet? Have you? Prize includes: - 5 nights in a Garden View Room at the luxurious 5 star InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa - breakfast daily, - return flights for two*, - return airport transfers and an airport meet and greet Enter online: http://www.travelonline.com/competition/ Entries close: 28 Feb 2014 ...

Win a Trip to Fiji for Two Including Flights and Accommodation

Don't like the feeling of being all couped up at a small cineplex? Have you been to an open air cinema experience yet? (openaircinemas.com.au) Prize includes: •2 x economy airfares for 2 people from Sydney to Nadi Fiji with Fiji Airways  = $2,668 •2 nights accommodation for 2 adults at The InterContinental Fiji Resort and Spa, including buffet breakfast daily and dinner (1 night only) at Sanasana Restaurant •All ground transfers -Prize does...

Monday, 24 February 2014

Win: A trip to London!

So I've been planning my London trip lately. There is just too much to fit into a 3 day stopover in London. So who wouldn't want to go back? Prize for 2 includes: - Return flights to London - 7 Nights Accommodation - 2x tickets to the Royal Ascot - Transfers to & from hotel - Travel insurance Enter online: http://au.prime7.yahoo.com/a1/competitions/tomwaterhouseroyalascot Entries close: 28 Feb 2014 ...

Sunday, 23 February 2014

Win: Win a Melbourne Escape with Melbourne Style

Melbourne is a captivating place for adults filled with coffee shops and entertainment. But it's also a fantastic place to bring your family. There are heaps of things to enjoy. Prize includes: Overnight accommodation for a family of four in a two bedroom apartment at Metro Apartments on iconic Bank Place. Package includes free Wi-Fi. A $150 Harbour Town Shopping Centre Gift Voucher An IMAX Melbourne Family Pass A Museum Victoria Family Pass A...

Saturday, 22 February 2014

Win a trip to HAWAII!

Sun, sand beach. Don't forget the fantastic shopping and dining experiences to be had in Hawaii too. Prize includes: 2 x economy class tickets departing Brisbane with Hawaiian Airlines – value $3,000. 6 nights accommodation in a City View Queen Room at the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, with return airport transfers and welcome lei – value $1,624. Enter online: http://stylemagazines.com.au/win/aloha/ Entries close 27 Feb. ...

Win: a trip to Hong Kong

I would love this prize, so I could see my Uncle get married. Prize includes: There is 1 prize in total, a holiday for 2 people worth $3,000 which includes: 2 return economy flights with Singapore Airlines to Hong Kong via Singapore and 4 nights’ accommodation in a property of 3 stars or more. Enter online: http://www.zuji.com.au/competitions/entry-page?utm_source=zujidb&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=140222_sq_competition Entries...

Friday, 21 February 2014

Win a trip to Sydney to see Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom the Musical

Bmag is a pretty useful newsletter subscription. It always tells me activities on offer around the Brisbane area. But strangely enough, they were advertising a competition to Sydney? But a free trip is a free trip, so who's complaining? Prize includes: - 2 x A Reserve tickets to see Strictly Ballroom The Musical at the Lyric in Sydney on Saturday 5 April - one night’s accommodation for two people at The Star - and two return flights flying Virgin...

Webjet Hotel Sale.

Quick post, only good for hotels. Access this deal online. http://www.webjet.com.au/hotels/amex-coupon/ Hotel Coupon Offer In association with Amex Connect, Webjet are offering to pay $100 towards your hotel booking! For $100 towards your booking use code AMEX100. Minimum spend of $600 applies. This coupon is valid for all destinations, on any travel date. Here's how it works: 1. Visit Webjet Hotels and select the hotel you'd like to...

Win: A Broome holiday

Broome is a spectacular part of Australia already on my bucketlist. Here's your chance to explore (probably have to pitch in your own tickets to Perth first). Prize includes: 2 nights in 'The Beach House' -- 1 day boat fishing and 1 day land fishing -- 2 Airfares from Perth to Broome to the maximum value of $1200  -- 2 Transfer flights from Broome to Eco Beach -- Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided -- Total prize value $4,999. Enter...

Thursday, 20 February 2014

Being shakespear sale.

Quick post: Being Shakespeare Tickets up to 50% off! (london Theatre deal) Buy online: http://visitlondon.entstix.com/tickets/being-shakespeare?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=facebook-ongo...

Win a trip to Mexico!

Paranomal activity is not for the faint hearted. It's truly scary. But sometimes there is something entirely rewarding about the scare. It's the feeling of being alive. And here's your chance to win an amazing trip to Mexico thanks to Paranomal Activity. The prize: - Return flights for two from the Winner’s nearest Australian capital city to Cancun International Airport,Mexico - Private transfers between the airport and accommodation included...

Wednesday, 19 February 2014

Win: an ultimate trip to Bali

Febfast is a fantastic initiative to really try to get people to cut down on alcohol use during the month of Feb. It's not too late to join. This School of Life package sounds fantastic! It includes footbaths, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (all healthy of course), yoga and other creative classes, healthy cooking class, pre-spa treatments, flower body scrubs, 3 point massages, detox wraps, mineral baths, ... just thinking about it is putting me in...

Win: a trip to wine country SA

I've just been writing a few articles about alcohol. And here is an Alcohol fueled trip up for grabs. I remember my last trip down to Adelaide's wine country. It's truly beautiful, even if you don't drink. Australian alcohol has a unique taste, and fresh at the source is best to get your taste buds tingling. Prize includes: - 2 return flights from nearest Australian capital city to SA - 2 nights accommodation in McLaren Vale - Transfers to and...

Win a Family Holiday for Four to South Africa!

Have an adventure in AFRICA!! Prize includes: - 4 return economy class airfares to Johannesburg from Sydney or Perth- 1 night accommodation in Johannesburg in a 4-5 star property- 2 nights accommodation in Durban in a 4-5 star property- 3 nights accommodation at the andBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve thanks to andBeyond- All transfers, game drives, specified meals and city tours Enter online: http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/competitions/rhino/ Entries...

Tuesday, 18 February 2014

Cx fanfares - 18 Feb 2014

No standout bargains this week. But LA looks like a good trip. Details on pricing and availability. http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_HK/latest-offers/flights/fanfares/index.html Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Guilin $590 $669 $1,259 $180 4/5/2014- 17/5/2014 200 Zhengzhou $790 $672 $1,462 $209 4/5/2014- 17/5/2014 250 Hanoi $790 $679 $1,469 $210 20/2/2014- 3/3/2014 240 Manila $790 $578 $1,368 $195 4/5/2014- 17/5/2014 200 Qingdao ...

WIN THE ULTIMATE V8 EXPERIENCE THANKS TO COATESHIRE!

I can't imagine sitting through 4 days of car racing without protective ear gear. But the thought of being able to have a hot lap around the clipsal circuit is extremely inviting. Prize includes: - Return Economy air fares to Adelaide for 2 adults from the winner’s nearest Australian major capital city (Arriving Thursday 27th February 2014, and depart Monday 3rd March 2014). - 4 nights’ accommodation for 2 people in Adelaide South Australia at...

Monday, 17 February 2014

Win: Ground transport and adventures in South Africa

Have you entered this competition yet? Prize includes: This prize is for two adults travelling ex Johannesburg and includes 11 nights accommodation, 3 economy class domestic flights (Johannesburg-Cape Town-Hoedspruit and Kruger International-Johannesburg), all transfers within South Africa, bed & breakfast at hotels, full board at game lodges, as well as city tours (Johannesburg and Cape Town), game drives and a special close encounter...

Win a trip to Kangaroo Island and FEASTival launch

Our last trip to Kangaroo Island was pre-the devastating bush fires. It's a stunning little island off an island, and well worth it for a family trip. But besides the natural scenery on offer in South Australia, we found that they had a huge focus on hearty good quality food. Find out more about FEASTival (http://www.tourkangarooisland.com.au/kifeastival/default.aspx) Prize includes: Return flights for two people from winner’s nearest capital...

Sunday, 16 February 2014

WIN a trip to Melbourne!

I remember visiting the wine regions surrounding Melbourne while I was working down there. It's so beautiful and tranquil.  I'm not a drinker, but when in Rome... The wines in VIC have a distinctive taste, you have to try it and let me know. Here's your chance to visit Melbourne and taste something truly unique. Prize includes return economy airfares (including airfare taxes) from the winner’s nearest Australian capital...

win 5 nights on a chartered yacht sailing the Whitsundays

Have you entered yet? Prize includes: - return flights for 4 to Hamilton Island - 5 night chartered yacht -  Food and drink for 5 nights on board - One night pre-post charter accommodation   Enter online: http://www.driftwines.com/win/ Entries close: 28 Feb 2014 ...

Saturday, 15 February 2014

WIN: 7 days of bliss in Bali

Thanks to Spreets, you can win 7 days of bliss in Bali. I haven't bought anything from Spreets (because they don't have a section dedicated to the Gold Coast) for a while. But I dropped by to have a look. Seems like they have changed a lot since last time I was on the site. It's more of a collection of deals other sites are offering. Including: - $7 Wheel of Brisbne tickets from Groupon -  FREE wall calendar from vistaprint (just pay postage)...

$400 return flights to HKG with Scoot

A quick update. I just booked return flights OOL to HKG in June (school holidays) for A$400 with Scoot. Not bad :) http://www.flyscoot.com/index.php/...

Win 1 of 5 trips to the Cook Islands

Have you seen the latest Air NZ ad? Enter incredibly beautiful ladies, one of which is the ambassodor of DJs. Boys and girls would love this ad, so not about kids though. Prize includes one of five prizes. One x Roundtrip flights for two (2) (the winner and one (1) “Guest”) travelling on Air New Zealand or Air New Zealand codeshare partners from the airport from which Air New Zealand operates nearest the winner’s home town, to Aitutaki,...

Friday, 14 February 2014

Win a surf stitch adventure.

My brother has been really into surfing lately, the boards are growing and growing. Here's a chance to try them out. Prize includes: one of the follow destinations. Destination Package 1: Clem’s Place, Papua New Guinea - Return international economy flights for three (3) people from one of  Brisbane, Sydney or Cairns to Kavieng, Papua New Guinea, via Port Moresby - Transfers to and from airport and booked accommodation; - Eight...

Thursday, 13 February 2014

Win: A fraser coast trip

The last holiday I went on with my entire family was to the fraser coast. It's a beautiful area where there are prestine beaches and adventures to be had. Unfortunately, it has also been touched by a couple of recent natural disasters. A couple of prizes on offer. First Prize - Total Value $4600 Enjoy an unforgettable World Heritage experience on Fraser Island with two nights resort accommodation in interconnecting rooms for four people at Kingfisher Bay Resort; return passenger ferry transfers and Beauty Spots 4WD Fraser Island tour. Experience...

WIN an all-expense paid trip to Big White in Canada!

Have you entered yet? Prize includes: 7 night’s accommodation in a two bedroom regular condo Four return airfares from an Australian capital city to Kelowna 7 “day” lift passes for two adults and two youths 7 days of regular ski rental for two adults and two youths 7 two hour lesson passes for two adults and two youths 7 day pass to “Tube and Skate” for two adults and two youths ...

Wednesday, 12 February 2014

Win: accommodation in New Zealand

Have you heard of Signature magazine? (http://www.signaturemagazine.com.au/) Think luxury holidays, breath taking locations and highlights of the latest crazes. Prize includes: 6 nights’ accommodation for two spread across three different Luxury Lodges of New Zealand properties. Exact lodges are negotiable based on availability and winner’s preferences (i.e. North or South Island). Breakfast and dinner daily. OR 5 nights’ accommodation for...

Tuesday, 11 February 2014

CX fanfares- 11 Feb 2014

Last chance to book something before Vday. And with the TVB series focusing on travel, it's not surprising that the destinations this week include KL, Seoul. I was somewhat uninspired by the offerings. Maybe because I've already booked my next holiday, and because the prices didn't scream at me. As always check the website for more accurate up to date information: http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_HK Location Price Taxes Total HK$ AUD$ Dates Seats Wuhan $590 $694 $1,284 $183 27/4/2014- 10/5/2014 250 ...

Win a Road Trip!

What is your ultimate Aussie Road trip? What about driving through wine country- Barossa Valley, or Noosa/fraser island? or the great ocean road? Watch the videos on the websites, it really inspires a great road trip. Prize to one of these places: a)    Barossa Valley, SAb)    Noosa, QLDc)    Melbourne & Daylesford, VIC Prize includes:a)    return flights for the winner and their...

Monday, 10 February 2014

WIN:a trip to Future Music Festival Asia

The Future Music Festival Asia is on March 13-15 in Malaysia. Quite a few big names performing. Find out more: http://www.futuremusicfestival.asia/2014/ Unfortunately, it's a hot and muggy part of the world with heaps of mozzies. So remember to keep hydrated and bring repellant! Prize includes: - Return economy flights to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from your nearest capital city - x nights twin share accommodation - 2 x 3-day VIP festival tickets...

Sunday, 9 February 2014

Win a luxury Silversea cruise

Did you know Australia can be quite beautiful too? Qantas is trying to build it's mailing list and this is a fantastic opportunity for you to WIN a luxury cruise holiday in WA, Australia. The prize is worth $25,000! Prize includes: -  10 night luxury cruise around the Kimberley Coast in Western Australia for two guests in an Explorer Class suite, including all shore excursions, main meals, beverages and a butler service for your...

WIN a trip to California with Hype DC and STA Travel!

I have fond memories of my USA trip, where a spent a bit of time in California. The misty San Fran, the Sunny LA coastline, and the big trees in the national parks. Prize includes: • Two (2) x return economy airfares with Qantas to the value of $4,000 from either Brisbane, Melbourne, or Sydney, whichever is nearest the winner’s residence, to Los Angeles, California, USA; and • Five (5) nights accommodation in Los Angeles to the value of $1,100....

Saturday, 8 February 2014

Win: ultimate AJ Hackett Bungy NZ experience

You know the best cure for anxiety? Exposure. If you are afraid of bungy jumping, this will definitely get you over it! The prize includes the following:  Kawarua Bridge Bungy: 43 metre jump, also the world's first.  Nevis Bungy: With a 134m drop, it's NZ's highest! Nevis Swing: Starting 160m up, it's the world's biggest swing.  Ledge Bungy: Take the plunge, freestyle, from 400m above Queenstown.  Ledge Swing: Take control...

Win the ultimate luxury European River Cruise for you and a friend!

River cruises in Europe are the perfect luxury. You can see all Europe has to offer, without having to lug your luggage everywhere. And on a lazy Saturday, about to head to the travel expo, I am already dreaming of my next cruise adventure. Prize includes: - 15 day river cruise on board a Scenic 'Space-ship'- All meals - Return Economy airfares for two Enter online: http://au.prime7.yahoo.com/a1/competitions/scenictoursrivercruise Entries close:...

Friday, 7 February 2014

Win Antler Luggage!

If you have been following Places We Go, you will know they had a competition to find a travel reporter. Now we have a chance to vote for our favourite AND win an Antler Luggage pack. Prize includes: The prize is a set of Antler Juno Luggage comprising 1 x large roller case, 1 x medium roller case and 1 x cabin roller case; total value $807 Enter online: http://placeswego.com/who-will-be-our-tv-travel-reporter-help-us-decide/ Entries close:...

Day 5: Xindian, wulai, keelung

 Starting the day right/wrong makes all the difference. We went downstairs and got some traditional breakfast foods from the cart lady, and had a brief chat to her about local recommendations. Then we headed out to our day trip. Unfortunately, the hotel staff could offer no help as to directions. Instead, we headed out to the MRT station and headed to Xindian. This was a highlight of the trip for my mum.  At Xindian, there...