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Hotels from some of Expedia’s top trending destinations for September, 2014 Avalon Coastal Retreat, Tasmania Located 10 minutes drive south of Swansea on Tasmania’s eastern coast, this stunning private retreat looks straight out onto Great Oyster Bay. The three queensize bedrooms, sprawling kitchen, lounge room and fireplace are designed for a few days retreat away… Continue reading Top Trending Destinations – September 2014
A few years ago, two of my good friends married in Melbourne and headed to Broome for their honeymoon. Their tales of their trip alluded to an oasis of warmth, white sandy beaches, exciting experiences and particularly amazing sunsets. Well after 48 hours in this North West Australian town, I can say it didn’t disappoint. There is… Continue reading Five romantic adventures in Broome
The busy streets of Bangkok never stop. There are tuk tuks, taxis, cars, bikes and people darting this way and that, the lanes are flexible and the lights optional. The beeping of horns and the tooting of tuk tuks – it’s all part of this frenetic city’s charm and a few simple tips and tricks will help… Continue reading The Beginner’s Guide to Bangkok
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. The Finest Playa Mujeres by Excellence Group, Mexico. We’ve got a sneak peek of this brand new hotel opening in Playa Mujeres, Mexico. Opening to guests in February 2015, this all-inclusive hotel will take luxury holidays to a new level. Sit back on your day bed, soak in the… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Finest Playa Mujeres, Mexico
Expedia’s Sydney Area Manager Louis sets his sights on seeing Sydney the Merviale way. Eating and drinking in Sydney When comes to going out in Sydney, for casual, business or fine dining meals, drinks, people watching or live entertainment, the choices are endless. We’ve set ourselves the task of doing all this just at Merivale establishments.… Continue reading Expedia Expert: Eating and drinking in Sydney
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. Moana Surfrider, a Westin Resort & Spa, Hawaii There are two things that set the Moana Surfrider, a Westin Resort & Spa apart from other luxury hotels on Honolulu’s famous Kalakaua Boulevard: location and architecture. Set smack-bang in the middle of Waikiki Beach, this historic hotel enjoys… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Moana Surfrider, a Westin Resort & Spa, Hawaii
Swirling ceiling fans, dark cane plantation chairs, art deco flourishes in pristine white against a sophisticated beige palette, palms adding a luscious splash of green. It sounds like such a cliché, but walking into the Tea Lounge of The Majestic Hotel in Kuala Lumpur really does feel like stepping back in time – you could almost believe… Continue reading Afternoon Tea at The Majestic
The northern NSW coast is popular year round but next time you’re hitting the road, think about switching directions and heading south. Only 2.5-3 hours drive south of Sydney, Jervis Bay is a perfect place for a short getaway for couples or families. With the deepest natural harbour in Australia, Jervis Bay is largely protected by a… Continue reading Jervis Bay with the Kids
San Francisco is a city that’s often described as similar in style, climate and people to Sydney. Well, both cities do have magnificent bridges but as soon as you glide under or drive over the Golden Gate, you know you’re somewhere very different to down under. This is a city that can be explored in… Continue reading San Francisco History on a Plate