It’s been a bumper whale-watching season already at Port Stephens, 2½ hours north of Sydney, with thousands of humpbacks seen close to the coast and to help more animal lovers witness the spectacle, Oaks Hotels and Resorts has released a special whale-watching package for its property in Nelson Bay. The deal at Oaks Lure near […]
Air New Zealand became the first airline to take delivery of the Boeing 787-9 at an event attended by the world’s media in the United States today. More than 1,000 Boeing employees joined the airline’s representatives, VIP guests and media from as far away as New Zealand, Australia, China and Japan to celebrate the handover of […]
Keishi Spa at the Novotel Vines Resort has quietly ushered in a new era of pampering to the Swan Valley outside of Perth, where set amongst the rolling fairways, ancient vines and native bush, you instantly feel more relaxed, and enveloped in the indulgent atmosphere and decor. Keishi meaning pearl, will be come a valuable addition […]
BridgeClimb are excited to announce the launch of a responsive version of bridgeclimb.com, taking users on a voyage from their desks to the top of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge through breathtaking images, inspiring video content and social interactions. The new website, with improved mobile and tablet performance, showcases the BridgeClimb experience, allowing users to […]
#expeditioncruising (Dominic Barrington) Polar Bear watch & other adventures Hurtigruten’s expedition ship MS Fram is offering some exciting new excursions starting this month, including a camping trip in the Spitsbergen wilderness, during which passengers will take turns in an overnight polar bear watch. Participants in the “A Nansen Night – Camping in the Arctic” will […]
Best Western has welcomed the 4-star BEST WESTERN PLUS Kalbarri Edge Resort in Western Australia (WA) to the group, providing a much needed accommodation option for tourists travelling between Geraldton, Carnarvon and other towns along WA’s Regional Coral Coast. Built in 2009, the 72-room BEST WESTERN PLUS Kalbarri Edge Resort is the 20th […]
Harley-Davidson enthusiasts can hit the road with a new destination in mind, with Best Western and Harley-Davidson Motor Company announcing a new range of Rider-Friendly® accommodation benefits for riders staying at over 75 participating Best Western hotels in Australia and New Zealand. As part of the perks, Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) members who sign […]
Located in the Gulf, with a long coastline hugging the Indian Ocean, the Sultanate of Oman boasts not only a rich maritime history but a rich marine bio-system, including coral, phytoplankton which leads to fish, all sorts of fish – small and game. The bay of Salalah lies midway along the southeast-facing coast of the […]
Long before the tourists began to flock to China’s Jiuzhaigou region, local Tibetans revered the national park for its breathtaking natural beauty in naming it “son of the sea” . . . a “fairytale world” in western culture. Since 1984, when the region was officially recognised as the Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, […]
Long before the tourists began to flock to China’s Jiuzhaigou region, local Tibetans revered the national park for its breathtaking natural beauty in naming it “son of the sea” . . . a “fairytale world” in western culture. Since 1984, when the region was officially recognised as the Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, […]