Travellers booking flights to Australia and hoping to explore the island of Tasmania may be glad to learn that Spirit of Tasmania is offering a 60 per cent discount this winter.
As a result twin and four-berth cabins are available from just $99 (£63) per person per crossing, provided you travel between May 3rd and August 31st this year.
Furthermore, you can take your hire car with you for just $79 each way, giving you extra space to carry all your essential holiday items.
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Saturday, March 26, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Qantas to re-launch 'Sydney to ski' flights
British travellers on flights to Sydney this ski season can catch onward flights to Mt Hotham, as Qantas has announced the dates of its popular winter service.
From June 24th to September 11th, QantasLink will be running 80-minute flights to one of the country's most popular mountain regions.
This year's service will include a total of 114 flights, with regularity ranging from five times to seven times per week, resulting in an increased capacity of 300 seats, the airline said.
Narendra Kumar, Qantas Executive Manager Regional Airlines Group, said: "Victoria's ski fields are among the best in Australia, and these direct flights will again make Hotham Alpine Resort the most accessible ski resort in Australia."
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From June 24th to September 11th, QantasLink will be running 80-minute flights to one of the country's most popular mountain regions.
This year's service will include a total of 114 flights, with regularity ranging from five times to seven times per week, resulting in an increased capacity of 300 seats, the airline said.
Narendra Kumar, Qantas Executive Manager Regional Airlines Group, said: "Victoria's ski fields are among the best in Australia, and these direct flights will again make Hotham Alpine Resort the most accessible ski resort in Australia."
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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Shakespeare in Sydney all this month
With two major film versions of the Bard's works being released this month, the Australian city of Sydney is laying on a host of Shakespearean re-imaginings to excite visitors on flights to Australia.
If you've been to see Gnomeo and Juliet, or you're looking forward to Julie Taymor's version of The Tempest, starring Helen Mirren and Russell Brand, then Sydney is the place to be this March.
The Shakespeare season kicks off with Funk It Up About Nothing, an urban take on the classic comedy Much Ado About Nothing, starring a cast of international hip-hop talent.
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If you've been to see Gnomeo and Juliet, or you're looking forward to Julie Taymor's version of The Tempest, starring Helen Mirren and Russell Brand, then Sydney is the place to be this March.
The Shakespeare season kicks off with Funk It Up About Nothing, an urban take on the classic comedy Much Ado About Nothing, starring a cast of international hip-hop talent.
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
Barrier reef cyclone damage 'patchy' say scientists
Marine scientists at the Great Barrier Reef say that the damage done to the underwater landscape by last month's cyclone Yasi is "patchy".
Passengers planning on booking flights to Australia to see the reef may have thought twice, after the tropical storm hit the country's east coast on February 2nd.
However, Dr Paul Marshall, assessment coordinator at the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, said that only 13 per cent of the reef was exposed to the cyclone's destructive power.
"The good news is that the damage to these reefs has been patchy," he said, "Cyclone Yasi tracked between the main tourism sites in Cairns and Port Douglas and we were very pleased to find that those areas are still healthy and thriving."
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Passengers planning on booking flights to Australia to see the reef may have thought twice, after the tropical storm hit the country's east coast on February 2nd.
However, Dr Paul Marshall, assessment coordinator at the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, said that only 13 per cent of the reef was exposed to the cyclone's destructive power.
"The good news is that the damage to these reefs has been patchy," he said, "Cyclone Yasi tracked between the main tourism sites in Cairns and Port Douglas and we were very pleased to find that those areas are still healthy and thriving."
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Sydney youth hostel wins top tourism award
The Youth Hostel Association of Australia has scored a hat-trick after its Sydney Central hostel was named as Australia’s Best Backpacker Accommodation for a third year in a row at the Australian Tourism Awards.
Facilities on offer to gap year students and adventurous travellers alike include an in-house cinema, a heated pool and a sauna, while the centre also boasts panoramic views of the city.
The hostel is conveniently located opposite Central Station, and famous Sydney attractions including Darling Harbour and Chinatown are just a short walk away.
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Facilities on offer to gap year students and adventurous travellers alike include an in-house cinema, a heated pool and a sauna, while the centre also boasts panoramic views of the city.
The hostel is conveniently located opposite Central Station, and famous Sydney attractions including Darling Harbour and Chinatown are just a short walk away.
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Friday, March 11, 2011
New resort hotel planned for Naithon Beach
A new hotel and resort is set to open in Naithon Beach in Phuket, Thailand.
Hotel Indigo, part of International Hotels Group, confirmed the property will be open by the start in June 2014.
Located around 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport, the new hotel could appeal to those looking to take flights to Thailand and reduce travelling time.
It is the second property in Thailand for Hotel Indigo, with its first, the Hotel Indigo on Wireless Road, Bangkok, set to open before the end of next year.
The Naithon Brach resort will offer 120 rooms as well as 15 villas, a spa and a swimming pool.
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Hotel Indigo, part of International Hotels Group, confirmed the property will be open by the start in June 2014.
Located around 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport, the new hotel could appeal to those looking to take flights to Thailand and reduce travelling time.
It is the second property in Thailand for Hotel Indigo, with its first, the Hotel Indigo on Wireless Road, Bangkok, set to open before the end of next year.
The Naithon Brach resort will offer 120 rooms as well as 15 villas, a spa and a swimming pool.
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
Hua Hin popular Thai destination for Brits
The beach resort of Hua Hin in Thailand is proving to be a popular attraction for Brits, claims the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
Hua Hin is around two hours' drive from Bangkok International Airport so ideally placed for those taking long-haul flights to Thailand and its recent development has transformed it into a major hotspot.
Chris Lee, trade marketing manager, UK and Ireland, Tourism Authority of Thailand, explained: "Over the last few years the resort has seen a number of new boutique hotels such as Let's Sea and the Alila Cha-Am, which compliment the more traditional, quality hotels like the Anantara and the Sofitel Centara Grand Resort.
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Hua Hin is around two hours' drive from Bangkok International Airport so ideally placed for those taking long-haul flights to Thailand and its recent development has transformed it into a major hotspot.
Chris Lee, trade marketing manager, UK and Ireland, Tourism Authority of Thailand, explained: "Over the last few years the resort has seen a number of new boutique hotels such as Let's Sea and the Alila Cha-Am, which compliment the more traditional, quality hotels like the Anantara and the Sofitel Centara Grand Resort.
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Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Flights to Singapore – From Hot to Hottest
Singapore is an incredible blend of different cultures and conventions that has been attracting tourists from all over the world from times immemorial. A tourist city to the core, Singapore delights and pleases holiday makers with spectacular razzmatazz portrayed through modern skyscrapers; incredible natural beauty reflected through tropical rainforests; and a mesmerising culture whose traces can be found everywhere!
There are number of airlines that offer flights to Singapore and help you realise your dreams of spending some blissful weeks at this wonderful Asian destination come true! Singapore is truly a travellers’ delight as the place is just flooded with some of the world’s most well-renowned tourist attractions. Be it the Merlion, Jurong Bird Park, Singapore Botanic Gardens or the Singapore Flyer - the Singapore attractions are just mesmerising! Apart from the natural and manmade marvels, Singapore has a culture that is potent enough to ‘force’ travellers into advance-planning their holidays and buying tickets on cheap flights to Singapore! The city’s culture is a vivid amalgamation of Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions enabling tourists to visualise a culture scene that is perhaps second to none in this world.
Another facet of the city-state that is second to none is its food! Incredible scrumptious spread awaits those who visit the shores of this beautiful city. From Western to Oriental – there is no dearth of cheap yummy cuisines in Singapore, but what steals the show is the local tangy flavour that pervades each and every corner of the city! Singapore has all the reasons to make you plan your next vacations there, and trust me it is going to be one of your better decisions yet!
There are number of airlines that offer flights to Singapore and help you realise your dreams of spending some blissful weeks at this wonderful Asian destination come true! Singapore is truly a travellers’ delight as the place is just flooded with some of the world’s most well-renowned tourist attractions. Be it the Merlion, Jurong Bird Park, Singapore Botanic Gardens or the Singapore Flyer - the Singapore attractions are just mesmerising! Apart from the natural and manmade marvels, Singapore has a culture that is potent enough to ‘force’ travellers into advance-planning their holidays and buying tickets on cheap flights to Singapore! The city’s culture is a vivid amalgamation of Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions enabling tourists to visualise a culture scene that is perhaps second to none in this world.
Another facet of the city-state that is second to none is its food! Incredible scrumptious spread awaits those who visit the shores of this beautiful city. From Western to Oriental – there is no dearth of cheap yummy cuisines in Singapore, but what steals the show is the local tangy flavour that pervades each and every corner of the city! Singapore has all the reasons to make you plan your next vacations there, and trust me it is going to be one of your better decisions yet!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Emirates named as world's third largest airline
Dubai-based Emirates has become the third largest carrier by capacity in the world, according to new figures.
Data from schedules provider Innovata, revealed that Emirates is now ahead of US airline United and gaining ground on Delta and American Airlines.
It is expected that Emirates will produce 16.9 billion available seat kilometres (ASKs) in March 2011 - an increase of 9.9 per cent compared to last year.
Delta Air Lines and American retain first and second place in the rankings with 28.4 billion and 21.8 billion ASKs, respectively.
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Data from schedules provider Innovata, revealed that Emirates is now ahead of US airline United and gaining ground on Delta and American Airlines.
It is expected that Emirates will produce 16.9 billion available seat kilometres (ASKs) in March 2011 - an increase of 9.9 per cent compared to last year.
Delta Air Lines and American retain first and second place in the rankings with 28.4 billion and 21.8 billion ASKs, respectively.
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Thailand named as half-term favourite
Thailand has been named as a popular holiday destination during the recent British school half-term holidays.According to pre-paid Holiday card provider Escape Travel Money and card provider EZPay, many families opted to take flights to Thailand recently as they managed to secure reasonably priced deals.
Paul Smith, managing director of EZPay, explained that Ireland and the US also attracted strong support, with the traditional holiday hotspot of Spain coming in fourth in the research.
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