{"id":5811,"date":"2009-11-04T22:38:00","date_gmt":"2009-11-04T22:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/brides-favour-tahiti\/"},"modified":"2009-11-04T22:38:00","modified_gmt":"2009-11-04T22:38:00","slug":"brides-favour-tahiti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/2009\/11\/brides-favour-tahiti\/","title":{"rendered":"Brides favour Tahiti"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Travel Briefs from John Crook for w\/c November 2nd 2009.\u00a0<\/p>\n

TRAVEL BRIEFS<\/p>\n

John Crook\u00a0<\/p>\n

Book in November for a discount<\/p>\n

The deal is offered by African safari operator Acacia with the first of several specials offering 20% discount on any overland tour departing before January 1 2010.\u00a0 There are around 18 overland tours from which to choose,- with no less than 80 departure dates.\u00a0 For instance the 18-nght south west safari offering heaps of wildlife options, great scenery and chances to check out the culture of southern Africa.\u00a0 With the discount\u00a0 the price is from $1456 and that also includes a local payment of US$450.\u00a0 Get the facts by calling 1300 651 583 or visit www.adventureworld.com.au<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

Mary Puglisi and her two chefs<\/p>\n

I can still being taste the magic of the Puglisi\u00a0 cook in the kitchen. It must have been 20 years ago when I sampled chicken Italian style at the Ballandean Estate near Stanthorpe in Queensland.\u00a0 That same magic reappears with a-‘Two chefs and a Cook’ dinner on Saturday November 14.\u00a0 The venue is\u00a0 the Barrel Room Caf\u00e9.\u00a0 Cost is $75 per person and that includes a three course meal, glass of wine with each course and a signed copy of Alison Taafe’s new cookbook.\u00a0\u00a0 Mary is joined by Alison and also ‘Outback Matty’ (Matthew Mckenzie).\u00a0 For more information (but be quick about it) call (07) 4684 1226, or visit www.ballandeanestate.com<\/a>\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Markets of Tasmania<\/p>\n

Tassie is alive with fantastic markets, not the least that which is held each weekend in Salamanca Place.\u00a0<\/p>\n

On December 6, for those lucky enough to be in the island state the ‘designed\/made’ outdoor market brings together Tasmanian designers into the one space.\u00a0 That space is the IXL courtyard near the historic Henry Jones Art Hotel.\u00a0 The display includes all sorts of designers with the creations. Furniture, jewellery, homewares, fashion \u2013 waiting for you.\u00a0 The location is within easy walking distance from the cbd and also the art galleries of Sullivan’s Cove and Salamanca Place.\u00a0 Interested?\u00a0 Then go visit www.fda.com.au\/designedmade.html<\/a>\u00a0 <\/p>\n

The holiday hotspot<\/p>\n

Located just above the equator are the islands of Hawaii.\u00a0 Not so long ago, including Hawaii in one’s travel plans, meant a greater expenditure of Ozzie dollars.\u00a0 With the current trend in the exchange rate, now is the time to think Waikiki, Maui, Honolulu \u2013and to check on the value packed holiday options go visit www.travelonline.com<\/a><\/p>\n

A package of five nights, staying at the Ala Moana Hotel, costs from $394 per person. That price includes five nights for the price of four in a city\/mountain view room.\u00a0 The deal is valid from now through March 31,2010.\u00a0 Surcharges may apply over the Christmas period, and conditions apply.\u00a0 For competitive airfare prices visit www.travelonline.com<\/a> \u00a0
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Brides favour Tahiti<\/p>\n

Those couples seeking a truly romantic setting to take their marriage vows can look no further than Tahiti.\u00a0 This way, pre-wedding stresses can be dropped.\u00a0 The honeymoon location just can’t be beaten.\u00a0 Thousands of Aussie couples view Bora Bora and Moorea as the world’s most romantic destinations.\u00a0\u00a0 For details of how to tie the knot in Tahiti, check with 1300 655 563.\u00a0 Stay tuned for a series of wedding packages about to be released.\u00a0 More information available by clicking onto www.tahitinow.com.au<\/a> \u00a0
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A pie or fish and chips<\/p>\n

Air New Zealand is back in town.\u00a0 Nothing to do with the service, which was great, or the flight itself.\u00a0 But, full marks to the catering team which was responsible for true NZ cuisine on offer last week.\u00a0 The choice was simple.\u00a0 Fish and chips or a gourmet pie.\u00a0 None of that over-fancy inflight food which some airlines serve.\u00a0 The humble pie was my choice and it was a beauty!\u00a0 Most pax followed suit which caused a slight ruffling of the feathers.\u00a0 I really thought that row 25 may miss out.\u00a0 Don’t know what they had up the pointy end,- I just know that the meat pie award goes to the guys and gals at Air New Zealand.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Please note, conditions may apply to these packages\u00a0 and prices are subject to change and availability.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This information is provided as a guide only.\u00a0 Check with your travel agency.\u00a0\u00a0 Block out periods may apply.<\/i> <\/p>\n

Need a holiday ?\u00a0 We’re archived on\u00a0 http:\/\/travellersgoodbuys.info<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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