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Route 66 is definitely one of the most iconic and important highways in US history. It served as a major path for those who migrated west when California was seen as the promised land during the Great Depression. The golden era may long gone but the romance of Route 66 continues to captivate people around… Continue reading Get your kicks on Route 66
Been promising yourself that you’ll learn to scuba dive for years? Fancy yourself as a pro windsurfer? Well, now’s the time to tackle a whole heap of adventurous activities with the added bonus of an island paradise as a backdrop in New Caledonia. Australia’s closest Pacific neighbour enjoys a year-round sub-tropical climate that sees temperatures of… Continue reading Adventure Island – getting active in New Caledonia’s capital
If you’re flying to Europe, there’s no need to punish yourself with one long trip that takes a week to recover from. There’s now plenty of options on how to get to the other side of the world. If you’re flying Etihad Airways, you’ll need to pass through Abu Dhabi. And if you haven’t stopped over in… Continue reading 24 hours in Abu Dhabi
Japan. The first thought that pops into your head probably isn’t Punk, Rock ‘n’ Roll or Acoustic Roots music. But in trendy Tokyo, you’ll find a music scene that’s thriving. Expedia’s Aussie travellers love Japan, especially in the summer time. Shinjuku and Shibuya are popular spots to stay but make sure you put the neighborhoods of Shimokitazawa and Koenji on… Continue reading Live Music the Tokyo Way
For those of you seeking a little bit of charm and romance, the beautiful city of Montreal holds many hidden secrets. The heart of this Canadian city beats in French; but the mix of cultures is what really makes this city bloom. It can take weeks, even years to discover all the hidden laneways, secret shops and… Continue reading A Taste of Montreal
Unique Sleeps: Amazing hotels hand picked by Expedia Experts. Hotel Missoni, Edinburgh, Scotland At Hotel Missoni, the bellmen are wearing kilts, but they’re definitely not in tartan. Like everything else at this fashion hotel, the kilts have been designed by Missoni and feature the signature patterns that make your eyes pop. Hotel Missoni is the piece… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Hotel Missoni, Edinburgh
A journey to Kathmandu has the power to leave the traveller enchanted, inspired and even enlightened, however the city’s highs and lows can also overwhelm. From the moment you step foot on to the busy streets of Kathmandu, it’s an assault on your senses. Swerving between beeping cars, motorbikes and rickshaws as you squeeze past the crowds… Continue reading The Rhythm And Chaos Of Kathmandu
The Ayana Resort and Spa sits perched on the cliffs above Jimbaran Bay and is one of Bali’s most iconic hotels. Images of the five star hotel’s Rock Bar have been splashed around the world and its dramatic spot right on the rocks has earned its reputation as a hotspot for sunset drinks. Beyond the… Continue reading Unique Sleeps: Ayana Resort and Spa Bali
GYO – that’s ‘grow your own’ for the uninitiated – is fast becoming an important part of Melbourne’s dining scene. With kitchen gardens and self-sufficient chefs sprouting up all over the place, we take a look at the city’s best green-fingered venues. Pope Joan, East Brunswick It’s no surprise to hear chef Matt Wilkinson – author of… Continue reading Melbourne’s Vegetable Patch to Plate Movement