Why Didn’t I Think of That? 5 Travel Packing Tips »
Laundry is for suckers Pack a heavy duty plastic sack in your suitcas along with some brown packing paper and tape, then mail your dirty washing home the day before your holiday is over. You’ll arrive home before it does, and it makes your luggage so much lighter to carry, leaving you extra room for [...]
Toledo, Spain »
Declared a national monument, Toledo, a small city found on a Castilian hilltop overlooking the Rio Tajo (River Tagus), was once the Spanish capital under the Visigoths (567 to 711) and again when Felipe II moved the Court of Spain to Madrid (1085 to 1561). It is still the religious centre of Spain. Locals often [...]
Songkran and other adventure holidays »
When it comes to public holidays, Australia seems like it’s missing out a bit. After all, pretty much every holiday activity comes down to: have a barbie. Of course, so does pretty much every day that ends in ‘y’. But a quick look around the world reveals some of the craziness you can get up [...]
Las Vegas, Part 3 – Getting Comp’d »
Vegas is all about getting you to come back. The casinos make so much money from you gambling that they can afford to give a little back. Usually that ‘little’ comes in the form of comps. Comp is short for ‘complimentary’ and comps range from free food and drinks to T-shirts and other souveneirs, all [...]
Las Vegas, Part 2 – How to play Blackjack »
Blackjack has the best odds for the gambler of any game in Vegas; the house edge is only .5%. That means that over time, if you bet 100 dollars on blackjack, the casino will end up with a measley 5 cents. But wait, you ask – if the odds are so good, why do most [...]
Las Vegas, Part 1 – The Basics »
Anyone who’s ever seen Ocean’s 11 has dreamed of going to Vegas. Sure, Australia has its pokies and casinos but a few fireballs on the Yarra River is nothing compared to the sheer spectacle of Vegas. The entire city is a temple to bad decision-making – from the drive-thru wedding chapels to the Elivs impersonators [...]
8 Great Travel Apps for your iPhone »
Travelling to an unfamiliar place can be equally fun and dangerous and sometimes it can be difficult to trust just anyone for directions or instructions. Nevertheless, you can always rely on technology to help you find your way around a new place and there is no more hyped technology today than the iPhone!
Travelling with Kids »
Family holidays are always something to look forward to, a great opportunity for parents to spend time with the kids and have some fun. But the fun stops when the kids become hyperactive and have tantrums during the trip. Although anything can go wrong on your family trip, there are ways to prevent and solve these travel problems.
Country Guide: Greece »
Fascinating, enchanting, and relaxing are words that truly define Greece. A favorite European travel destination, the beauty of Greece will put every traveler at ease with its classic Mediterranean atmosphere whether its amazing beaches, fresh seafood, sparkling night spots, mythical legend or ancient relics.
Holiday Rental Tips »
Holidays are expensive. If they weren’t, nobody’d work. One of the main reasons for their priciness is the cost of accommodation. You can easily spend as much for one week in a hotel or resort as you would for one month in your own house. Adding to the strain on your wallet is the fact [...]
