win, a luxurious trip to Bali

Bali has coped a lot of bad press lately. In any place you visit, you just have to use your common sense.


Prize includes:

• Seven (7) x nights accommodation at Royal Suite Ocean Court, Mulia Resort inclusive of daily buffet breakfast, Daily lunch & dinner at The Cafe for two persons
• Two (2) return business class flights from the winners nearest Australian capital city to Denpasar, Bali, flying with Garuda Indonesia (including taxes) (depending on point of departure).
• Return Airport transfers to and from Mulia Resort in Denpasar Bali   
• A dinner for two at Soleil restaurant– awarded in the form of a voucher.
• A spa experience for two at Mulia Resort– this component of the prize is subject to availability at the time of booking. The spa experience will be determined by the Promoter at its complete discretion.

Enter online: here
Entries close 6 July 2014

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Win a trip to magnetic island

My main difficulty with working remotely is that my clients need to see me, but when I'm on a writing trip, that's perfectly fine.

Prize includes:
Major prize includes return economy class flights from your nearest Australian capital city, for you and your significant other, hotel/resort stay over 6 nights for you (2 nights from Friday that same week for your significant other), and combined $300 spending money per day.

Enter online: here
Entries close: 30 June 2014

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Win an ultimate driving holiday AND a motorcycle

Wow. I know a number of people who would love this prize!

Prize includes:

• 2 adult economy class airfares to New York, USA and return from Los Angeles, USA (10-23 August 2014)
• 2 adult economy class airfares from New York to Detroit and Detroit to Los Angeles
• 11 nights twin share accommodation
• 5 days Chrysler 300 (or similar) car hire including GPS in Detroit**
• 3 days Mustang Convertible (or similar) car hire including GPS in Los Angeles**
• AUD $1,000 spending money or AUD $5,000 if you are an eligible Shannons Club member^^
• Plus win an all new 2014 Indian Chief Classic Motorcycle valued at up to $28,995 inclusive of all on road costs and 12 months Shannons Comprehensive Motorcycle Insurance cover^#
• You can visit the Woodward Avenue Dream Cruise, Henry Ford Museum, GM Heritage Collection and much more!

Enter online: https://www.shannons.com.au/usa/
Entries close: 27 June 2014

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Win a trip to italy

My first europe trip was way too short. Italy was something that didn't quite make the shortlist. But definitely on my shortlist for next time!

Prize includes:
- 2 adult spots on Tour to Tuscany
- 2 return flights to Italy


Enter online: enter here
Entries close 23 June 2014

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win a family ski trip

My family has never been to the snow together. Never. It's one of those things kids look forward to, but we could never afford.

Prize includes

Two adults and two children (14 years and under) will win a snow holiday to Perisher including return flights for four from Brisbane to Canberra, return coach transfers from Canberra to The Station Resort Jindabyne with five nights accommodation in a family room, five-days Perisher lift pass, daily beginner lessons (if required), five-day ski hire, clothing hire and five-day helmet hire.

enter online: here
Entries close 16 June 2014

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Win a resort package in Mauritius

Which resort accommodation would you pick? Both have an extensive range of watersports- luxury or yoga?

Prize includes:
- return economy airfares from perth to Mauritius x2
- return airport transfers
- daily hotel breakfast
- 6 nights are either Shanti Maurice or Outrigger Mauritius Resort and Spa

Enter online: enter online
Entries close 17 June 2014

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Win: a skin trip in New Zealand (flights excluded)

One of the biggest expenses of my last New Zealand trip was accommodation and activities. This prize would really complement the recent flight sales to New Zealand.

Prize includes: 7 day Mighty Camper hire with all the trimmings (snow chains, heater, table and 2 chairs) and 2 x 3 Day Ski pass for a mountain of your choice.  Flights and petrol are not included

Enter online: via facebook
Entries close: 8 June 2014
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Win an amazing fishing holiday

At the risk of stereotyping, I'd say this is a pretty amazing trip for guys.

Prize includes: remote island getaway on Niue Island for two (2) people,
-  including all flights from anyAustralian capital city,
- accommodation including seven nights accommodation at Matavai Resort, Niue Island,with breakfast and
- two (2) nights accommodation in Auckland, New Zealand,
- and four (4) fishing charters for each prize recipient.

Enter online: Click here
Entries close: 8 June 2014

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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

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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

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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

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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/

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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

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Once in New York: Broadway tickets

I was reminded of seeing a broadway show in New York by the newsletter in my inbox this morning.




Usually, I would say no to such an experience. An expensive, time consuming activity while in the city for only a short amount of time doesn't usually play to it's favour.
On this occasion, my cousin and I tried to get last minute tickets by cuing early that day. But it was sad, we were too late and only standing tickets were available.
Well, since it was cheap I took the ticket.

Once the musical was fantastic. The small theatre really made it an amazing intimate setting. While the story was somewhat weird and actors over the top compared to their silver screen counterparts, don't take my word for it, you have to experience it to truly appreciate. And I am a big fan of violins, drum boxes and the like, so it was good old fashion fun.

If I am no longer a poor stingey traveller, I would opt for seating for sure. It was really really uncomfortable to stand for so long, especially since this was the last few days of my 3 month long adventure.

If you are in New York for the next couple of months consider these sales tickets: [Affiliate links included].


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I would skip the link up at the red ticket booths. Only do so if you have time, the lines are so long, and you might miss out on what you wanted to see anyway. With a limited amount of time, just buy tickets in advance so you won't get disappointed. 

What are you cheap ways to get tickets in advance?

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