{"id":5548,"date":"2010-08-16T01:27:00","date_gmt":"2010-08-16T01:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/arabian-odyssey-includes-muscat\/"},"modified":"2010-08-16T01:27:00","modified_gmt":"2010-08-16T01:27:00","slug":"arabian-odyssey-includes-muscat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/2010\/08\/arabian-odyssey-includes-muscat\/","title":{"rendered":"Arabian Odyssey includes Muscat"},"content":{"rendered":"

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w\/c August 16 2010
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TRAVEL BRIEFS<\/p>\n

John Crook<\/p>\n

Paths of the Alps<\/p>\n

If travelling into the Geneva region of Switzerland, here’s an offer which provides the key to\u00a0 1,000 kms of walks at 5 centimes per km.\u00a0\u00a0 This one deserves checking out.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Check into, and stay for a couple of nights to become eligible for a free backpack, a map, a bottle of wine and a piece of local cheese.\u00a0 Obviously accommodation and meals are at your cost.\u00a0 To get the full facts and conditions it’s just a matter of visiting www.alpes.ch<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n

A favourite of mine<\/p>\n

A beautiful land, which doesn’t lose its charm is now available as a special offer.\u00a0 Vanuatu is the destination. Once visited, never forgotten.\u00a0 Priced from just $288 per person, the package offers real value for an overseas escape.\u00a0 Seven- nights for the price of five in a twin share room, continental breakfast daily, use of snorkel gear, kayaks and Maricat sailing.\u00a0 There’s more, so check that you can travel from November 1 to December 15 2010, or from January 15-31 or again, from March 15-31 2011. This slice of paradise is at Hideaway Island Resort and Marine Sanctuary.\u00a0 Conditions apply and the price is per person and based on two adults.\u00a0 Log onto www.travelonline.com<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n

Small group touring<\/p>\n

The world’s longest established travel company, Cox & Kings has on offer one heck of tour.\u00a0 Priced from $2208 pr person twin share, this is an eight-day Arabian Odyssey departing Muscat on November 21 2010, with other departures throughout next year.\u00a0\u00a0 Tours by this company generally use first class four or five star hotels, lodges and camps.\u00a0 Touring\u00a0 is via air-conditioned vehicles, there’s a tour escort, and included in the price are entrance fees and seven-nights accommodation. Ring the operators on 1300 836 764, or email sales@coxandkings.com.au<\/a> or go ahead and\u00a0 visit your local travel agent.\u00a0 Terms and\u00a0 conditions apply.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Why Monto ?<\/p>\n

When in the Bundaberg\u00a0 North Burnett region of Queensland, do ourself a favour and head towards Monto,- a slice of pioneering Australia, yet with all the facilities expected by latter-day explorers.\u00a0 Whilst this is a service town the big drawcard is Lake Cania and Cania Gorge.\u00a0\u00a0 Some of the oldest country in the world, and indeed one of the most attractive for those who like to get out into the bush.\u00a0 For a slice of the real Australia, arrange to spend a few days in the area.\u00a0 Rocky formations, spectacular escarpments, with sandstone cliffs 70 metres high.\u00a0 Caravanners and those who get a kick out of sleeping under canvas have the choice of two excellent holiday parks at the gorge\u00a0\u00a0 This is heaven on earth.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 For all the bits and pieces you need to know about the region,\u00a0 telephone (07) 4153 8888 o go visit www.bundabergregion.info<\/a> \u00a0<\/p>\n

A touch of culture<\/p>\n

Either living in, or heading towards Melbourne on or around September 3-4, insert a slice of culture into your plans and book for Don Giovanni which is playing at the National Theatre.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Book online at www.nationaltheatre.org.au<\/a> or telephone (03) 9525 4611. This is a brand new production produced by the he Opera School Melbourne and set in the swinging sixties.\u00a0

* Please note conditions may apply to these packages\u00a0 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<\/i> <\/p>\n

Need a holiday ?\u00a0 We’re archived on\u00a0 http:\/\/travellersgoodbuys.info<\/a><\/p>\n

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