Air New Zealand has officially announced new non-stop flights between Perth and Christchurch. The twice weekly services will operate from December 2013- April 2014. It is the first direct connection between the cities for more than two decades.
Margaret River makes Gold List
Margaret River was named ‘Best Food and Wine Experience in Australia- Region’ by Luzury Travel magazine’s 2013 Gold List. The ‘Gold List’ has been running annually since 2005, with results accumulated entirely from readers votes. This year was the first year that a food and wine category has been included in the awards, and Western […]
Segway approval for WA
Another exciting announcement for WA has been made, with the approval from the WA government to allow the use of personal transporters or “Segways” in the state. Predicted to be a great boost for tourism, the approval was specifically given for limited use to commercial tour operators, with a number of strict conditions. Western Australia […]
WA’s Taste Master a hit!
Western Australia’s Best Job in the World, the ‘Taste Master,’ has caught the attention of more than 90,000 people from around the world. Applications for the six Best Jobs in the World campaign closed last Wednesday. The Western Australian ‘Taste Master’ job was very popular, especially in Asia. It was the number one choice for […]
$400m Melbourne Domestic Terminal
It has been announced that the construction of a new domestic terminal at Melbourne Airport has been approved. The first stage involves the development of a $400m facility along with 17 new aircraft parking aprons, taxi lanes , added vehicle parking and connecting road upgrades. It is predicted that the number of pax movements at […]
New Zealands Number 1 Hotel
The Mibroom Resort was named the Number 1 Hotel in New Zealand, by Trip Advisors Travellers’ Choice Awards 2013. This award especially highlights the excellent service of the luxury Queenstown hotel.
Northern Territory Crocodile attractions
The Northern Territory is one of the most common places in Australia to find Salt Water Crocodiles, and there are many tours and attractions where you are able to see them up close. Crocosaurus Cove offers unique experiences such as their ‘Big Croc Feed’, ‘Swim with the Crocs’ and ‘Hold a baby Croc’ to name […]
Blue Mountains Scenic Railway
The Blue Mountains is expected to see an increase in visitor numbers upon the re-opening of the Scenic Railway last weekend. The popular Blue Mountains attraction has been closed for six weeks, undergoing a $30m upgrade. The “steepest train ride in the world” now offers a better experience for tourists, offering better, up close views […]
Visit New Zealand this winter
Tourism New Zealand has launched a new promotion, encouraging Australians to visit New Zealand during their winter snow season. Named “More Magic Everyday” the campaign aims to promote New Zealand as “the only place to ski this year”. Along with the snow sports it also promotes nearby attractions such as hot springs, wineries and fishing.
Sebel Pier One Sydney
The Sebel Pier One Sydney has recently unveiled seven new “over water” suites. Offering superb views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Luna Park, it has been named “Sydney’s most sought-after waterfront suites”. Priced from around $3,000 per night, the hotel offers a spectacular mix of contemporary design and heritage structure, right beside […]
