Tag: Australia
Pavlova – Best Down Under Dessert
Pavlova may not be a household “name” in the Northern Hemisphere, but it’s perennially popular in Australia and New Zealand. The iconic gooey meringue, topped with colorful fruit, is often served at birthday parties, holiday meals, and other special occasions. Because pavlova is considered the national dessert of both Australia and New Zealand, authentic travelers […]
Sydney Opera House – Cool Insider Info
I suggested you skip the Sydney Opera House guided tour and enjoy the site in a more authentic way, but the story of the landmark’s beginnings is part of its allure, so here’s a brief history followed by a selection of facts that even many locals don’t know: In 1957, Danish architect Jørn Utzon won an […]
Sydney Opera House Like a Local
I’ve been in love with the Sydney Opera House since I first laid eyes on her soaring white sails perched on the edge of Sydney Harbour. That was in 1975. She was two years old and well on her way to becoming the most famous landmark in the Southern Hemisphere. Time called her “Australia’s own […]
Treehouse Hotels of the World
David Bryce contributed this guest post. He is a blogger and traveler “who gets stoked when he finds other ‘birds of a feather’ in the treehouse world.” When he’s not writing or globe-trotting, you can generally find him hitting up his local golf course or “testing” new bourbons on the market. Living in the trees is […]
Bucket List Travel
Recently, a close friend boarded a flight from San Diego to New York en route to a meeting in Milan. Shortly into the flight, this very fit guy with no major health issues passed out and collapsed in the aisle. Because American Airlines’ planes are equipped with a remarkable amount of emergency medical equipment and a […]
101 Tips for Women Travelers
This little book is chockablock with great travel suggestions I made a cup of tea about an hour ago and sat down to look at 101 TIPS FOR WOMEN TRAVELERS, edited by Harriet R. Lewis, Vice Chairman, Grand Circle Corporation. Frankly I wasn’t expecting to learn very much. I’ve been writing travel articles, guidebooks, and blog […]
Australia’s Top Five Experiences
Paul Hogan (AKA Crocodile Dundee) promised to “slip a shrimp on the barby” for us and Americans and others flocked to Australia in record numbers. Will Oprah Winfrey have the same impact on Australian tourism? We’ll soon find out. The four shows she taped down under will air January 18 -21, and rumor has it […]
Qantas International Business Now On Sale
If you act fast, you can get a great deal on Business Class tickets to Australia. Qantas has a special offer that you must book by February 23, 2010. For the details, go to http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/visit-australia-business-class/us/en?gclid=CNi6rNyfnZ8CFQJaagodg0r9Ug Flights depart from Los Angeles or San Francisco and the sale price is up to 55% off regular Business Class […]
