{"id":12089,"date":"2010-01-18T07:18:00","date_gmt":"2010-01-18T07:18:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/valentines-day-more-than-a-one-night-stand-2\/"},"modified":"2010-01-18T07:18:00","modified_gmt":"2010-01-18T07:18:00","slug":"valentines-day-more-than-a-one-night-stand-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/2010\/01\/valentines-day-more-than-a-one-night-stand-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentine\u2019s Day more than a one night stand"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Travel briefs for week commencing Mon Jan18-2010\u00a0<\/p>\n

TRAVEL BRIEFS<\/p>\n

John Crook\u00a0<\/p>\n

Africa in Melbourne<\/p>\n

The roar of the lions, drums a’beating and several hundred guests in picnic mode.\u00a0 It could be Africa, but no, it’s the Werribee\u00a0 Open Range Zoo and the Rhythm of Africa.\u00a0 Each Saturday and Sunday, until March 7, Melbourne based Africans share their music\u00a0 Out come the picnic baskets, directors’ chairs and its party-time.\u00a0 There is no additional charge for Rhythm of Africa beyond the general zoo admission price. Concert starts at 5.30pm and runs through until 8.45pm.\u00a0 For more information and bookings telephone (03) 9285 9245 or visit www.zoosvictoriafunctions.com.au<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n

Brett and Philippa to host tour<\/p>\n

News of a 19-night fly, coach, cruise, rail and stay package is quickly attracting those who have an affinity with South America.\u00a0 Just 40 Aussies will participate in this exciting tour.\u00a0 Chile, Ecuador, along with the Galapagos feature in the itinerary.\u00a0 There are so many reasons why this is one tour which needs to be considered.\u00a0 It’s a five star holiday priced from $13,399pp twin share ex Sydney March 31 next year. Get the facts by visiting www.ecruising.travel<\/a> or telephone 1300 369 848.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Coffee commercial training<\/p>\n

The coffee set is alive and well.\u00a0 In Brisbane, followers of\u00a0 the magic bean can be hosted to a three-hour training session.\u00a0 Priced at $195pp, each session covers bean roasting, equipment demos, through to pouring and presentation of coffee.\u00a0 Sessions are held at the Merlo factory in Bowen Hills. For details visit www.merlo.com.au<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n

Valentine’s Day\u00a0 more than a one night stand<\/p>\n

Here’s a chance to rediscover romance with some special Valentine’s Day packages.\u00a0\u00a0 The Red Carnation Hotel Collection will welcome guests with a bottle of pink champagne, a special romantic turndown (the mind boggles), along with decadent\u00a0 treats such a bowl of chocolate-dipped strawberries.\u00a0 The special deal is available at each of their hotels throughout the UK.\u00a0 Check the individual hotels and their offers by visiting www.redcarnationhotels.com\/valentines<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n

Visiting Melbourne Saturday February 6 ?<\/p>\n

The Victoria Gardens in Melbourne’s Prahran offers a free Opera In The Park event, a most delightful way to welcome in the new year.\u00a0 Carmen, La Traviata, Cosi Fan Tutte and Die Fledermaus \u2013 to mention but a few of the works to be featured.\u00a0\u00a0 Bring a rug,\u00a0 picnic supplies and perhaps some sparkling wine for this night out.\u00a0 No need to book, as it is after all, free entry. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Six nights in Basque territory<\/p>\n

A gastronomic journey awaits with a beaut mix of culinary treats, scenic walks along a 1000 year old pilgrimage trail, history galore,- even a chance to join a cooking class with a local private chef.\u00a0 The journey departs from Bilboa and into the heart of Basque country.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Prices start from $4,950 pp twin share and that includes six nights accommodation, guided touring, two cooking classes. Dinner with wines at Arzak and most meals.\u00a0 The tour departs October 11 this year.\u00a0 More information by calling 1800 460 462. Airfares not included.\u00a0<\/p>\n

* Please note conditions may apply to these packages and prices are subject to change and availability.\u00a0 This information is provided as a guide only.\u00a0 Check with your travel agency.\u00a0\u00a0 Block out periods may apply.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Need a holiday ?\u00a0 We’re archived on\u00a0 http:\/\/travellersgoodbuys.info<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Travel briefs for week commencing Mon Jan18-2010\u00a0 TRAVEL BRIEFS John Crook\u00a0 Africa in Melbourne The roar of the lions, drums a’beating and several hundred guests in picnic mode.\u00a0 It could be Africa, but no, it’s the Werribee\u00a0 Open Range Zoo and the Rhythm of Africa.\u00a0 Each Saturday and Sunday, until March 7, Melbourne based Africans […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12089","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12089","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12089"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12089\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12089"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12089"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12089"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}