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Baggage Handlers Don’t Lie: 20 Tips from The Frontlines

October 23, 2013 by John Coffey2 Comments

Article courtesy of Travel Just 4U, an Australia Travel Agency that specializes in tailored tours of South America. We Australians tend to have to travel long distances just to get anywhere. So much so that we like to think of ourselves as wizened travelers who know the tricks of the trade. Here are some of our favorite travel tips from the frontlines of baggage handlers at airports. When we travel it’s easy for us to take for granted some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, Europe, Middle East, North America, Other, South America, South Pacific · Tagged: Airport, America, Australia, Shopping Mall, South America

Emirates and Virgin America Launch Frequent Flyer Partnership

October 22, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

International “Airline of the Year” & “Best U.S. Airline” Together Offer Frequent Flyers New Global Reward Opportunities, Award-Winning Guest Service San Francisco – October 21, 2013 – Emirates and Virgin America today announce a frequent flyer partnership that allows members of both airlines’ frequent flyer programs to earn and redeem* points or miles for travel across the networks of two airlines respectively recognized as best-in-class for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Australia, Boston, California, Chicago, Culinary travel, Dallas, Desert, Dolphin, Dubai, Food and Wine, Houston, Lifestyle, Los Angeles, Music, New York City, North America, Orlando

Fiji Airways Partners with Outrigger for Fiji Getaway Giveaway

October 19, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - Fiji Airways, in partnership with Outrigger Hotels and Resorts and Tourism Fiji, is excited to announce an all-expenses paid, seven-night getaway to Fijian paradise at Outrigger on the Lagoon-Fiji. One lucky winner (plus one lucky companion) will jet to paradise with Fiji Airways for a week of ultimate relaxation at zero cost. The Fiji Getaway Giveaway ends on October 22, 2013, and a winner will be selected on October … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Alaska, America, American Airlines, Australia, California, Culture, Fiji, Hawaii, History, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, New Zealand, North America, Paradise, Resort, South Pacific, Spa, Village

Tahiti Tourisme Offers Destination App to Help Travelers Explore the Islands of Tahiti

October 19, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Paradise can now be found in the palm of your hand with Tahiti Tourisme launching its first travel app for Android and Apple mobile users. The app features augmented reality and a travel guide providing information on dining, accommodations, transportation and activities for most of Tahiti’s islands and atolls including contact information and maps. The app functions as a quick reference resource while travelers are in the islands. Once … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Australia, Beach, California, Hawaii, Internet, Los Angeles, North America, Paradise, Sand, South Pacific, Tahiti

The Benefits of Online Travel Agencies for the Free Independent Traveller

October 9, 2013 by Travel Just 4U3 Comments

From the comfort of our homes modern day travellers can access the world. With air travel, land travel, tours and cruises literally at our fingertips as we Google our destination of choice, it’s logical that the travel agency has also moved online. Not only can we fly and travel to more places than ever before, we can go online and see where we are going before we even get there. Our footprints have been left behind in more places than any … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Airline, Australia, Journey

Find the Ideal Holiday to Suit your Favourite Climate

September 3, 2013 by John Rooney1 Comment

Unless you're a fan of wind and drizzle it is unlikely that a UK holiday can fulfil your dreams in terms of climate - but that doesn't necessarily mean that you are desperate to find the hottest and sunniest locations. As well as a veritable cornucopia of cultures to enjoy there is also a wide range of climates to experience but, depending on what sort of holiday you're looking for, where is the best place to go and when? Discover your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Australia, Britain, Canada, Culture, England, New Zealand, Seychelles, Ski Trip, Wildlife

World’s Best Beaches

August 14, 2013 by Greg BeckLeave a Comment

Beaches provide a beautiful escape from the daily grind of life. Laying back on a relaxing beach towel and soaking up the sun is a luxury that everyone should have the pleasure of experiencing. However, as there are thousands upon thousands of beaches to explore on this beautiful planet of ours, it may be difficult to distinguish which sandy destination is truly paradise and which is merely a mirage. Rest easy friends because we have put together … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Australia, Beach, Brazil, Cruising, Hawaii, Palm Trees, Paradise, Rainforest, Romantic, Sand, South Pacific, Tahiti, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

Lynn Gilmartin: Australian Presenter and Traveler

August 12, 2013 by Dave1 Comment

We first stumbled upon Lynn's travel videos inadvertently while doing research for another interview. Poker, International travels, well being - yes, this looks like a great lifestyle! We thank Lynn for taking time out of her busy schedule to do this interview - at the time of this interview, she was actually in the process of moving to Los Angeles from Melbourne Australia. Q. What (or who) was your initial motivation to initially start … [Read more...]

Filed Under: epicOZ, Interviews · Tagged: Art, Australia, Beach, California, Casino, Coffee, Culture, Dancing, Food and Wine, Interview, Ireland, Journey, Lifestyle, Los Angeles, Macau, Monaco, Philippines, Restaurants, Sports, Travel Show

Erden Eruç: Global Circumnavigater and Adventurer

August 2, 2013 by Dave1 Comment

Recently we stumbled upon adventurer Erden Eruç through the great social connector, Twitter. His story appeals to all on a number of levels. He first came up with the idea to circumnavigate the globe under human power in 1997. It was an idea but he never pursued it at the time. Then in 2002, tragically he lost his friend and global adventurer Göran Kropp while rock climbing together and Erden was inspired to do something in his honor while … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Africa, Alaska, Art, Australia, Beach, Bicycle, Bridges, California, Denali, Festival, Film, Hiking, History, Journey, Mountain Climbing, Music, National Park, Restaurants, River Rafting, Rock climbing

On The Cheap – How Expensive Is Japan?

July 30, 2013 by Adrian QaisLeave a Comment

Every traveller and backpacker I’ve ever met who wants to go to Japan only asks me two questions. 1. Is Japan expensive to travel around? 2. Can you travel around Japan cheaply? Although the first answer is ‘Yes’... luckily the second answer is also ‘Yes’! However, I’m not going to begin by lying to you… transportation costs in Japan will make you cry tears the size of October’s cabbages (i.e. make you cry a lot). Although food is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: America, Australia, Britain, England, Europe, Food and Wine, Japan, Restaurants, Save Money, Seafood, Sushi, Train Travel

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