The MS Britannia, a 110m river cruise ship operated by Nicko Tours, has narrowly avoided disaster after taking on water through a large hole in the stern during a cruise on the IJssel River in Holland. Almost 200 passengers and crew, mostly German and Austrian seniors, were safely evacuated.
Would you do this at home? (note baby in the middle) Australians travelling overseas are being reminded to keep their wits about them when it comes to the basics of road safety after a slew of accidents. Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI) has noted more claims this year from motor vehicle incidents, including several from […]
With a chic blend of culture and cuisine, art and architecture, Sofitel So Singapore has opened its doors in the heart of the Singapore CBD. Sofitel So Singapore offers guests a luxury hotel experience that is ‘So Singapore’, housed within an iconic heritage building on Robinson Road. Strategically located near Raffles Place, in the heart […]
ONLINE cruise specialists ecruising.travel are helping the award winning Rocky Mountaineer celebrate their 25thanniversary by offering up to $2500 per couple in added-value extras when you book a selected 2015 SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf cruise/rail/land package before August 31. There are a variety of itineraries and departure dates to choose from including the 16-night 2015 Canadian Rockies Adventures […]
The Five-Star Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco invites families to experience the ‘City by the Bay’ with the new Summer Family Fun package. The exclusive package provides families with plenty of space to relax and unwind in adjoining sky high guestrooms through the hotel’s year-round Perfect Pair offering. With over 1,000 square feet of luxurious accommodation, families will enjoy a Mandarin […]
One of the pioneers of ‘luxe camping’ in Australia, Paperbark Camp at Jervis Bay on the NSW South Coast, is offering special spring escape rates in its celebrated safari tents this September and October, with savings of up to $440 per couple. Marking its 15th birthday, the eco-accredited tented bush camp 2½ hours south of Sydney is […]
Visitors to Port Stephens, 2½ hours north of Sydney, can now see the region’s spectacular scenery on new guided mountain bike tours, with riders able to stop at beaches for a swim and spot dolphins or koalas along the way. Launched this month by cycling enthusiast and local Mick Shaw, Port Stephens Mountain Bike Adventures offers […]
The Fraser Coast has launched an exciting new sports fishing charter as anglers Australia-wide fall hook, line and sinker for the premier fishing destination. Reflecting increasing visitor interest in the world-class fishing grounds of the Fraser Coast, charter operator Freedom III has introduced a new long-range, live-aboard sports fishing experience as a tantalising lure for […]
This winter, Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour invites you to snuggle up in style and stay warm with a great selection of ‘Snuggle Up’ winter specials. The ‘Winter Wonderland’ package is perfect for a great winter escape in Sydney. Darling Harbour has been transformed into a winter wonderland with the magical winter festival, Cool Yule, featuring an […]
&Beyond’s Mountain Peaks and Monastaries offers seven days and six nights in one of the last remaining great Himalayan kingdoms, Bhutan. Enigmatic and shrouded in myth, Bhutan is filled with tangible examples of its extraordinary culture, from the striking architecture of its mountain forts and monasteries to the images of Buddhist religious figures painted or […]