Issue 39: Friday, 7 June 2019
Top hotels for lovers
What are the world’s favourite hotels for lovers? According to Tripadvisor readers the list of 25 starts with Lani’s Suites Deluxe in Puerto Del Carmen Spain. Comments range from fantastic exclusive resort – there should be more dots for rating 5*+ to a little piece of heaven. Second is the Caribbean’s Coco Plum Island Resort and third, the Anastasis Apartments Imerovigli Greece. See the full list here
Real life along The River Meekong
As the world becomes more crowded the search continues for new destinations offering peace, tranquility and discovery. One attraction stands out in Asia – the mighty Mekong River. Mekong Villas for instance offer stunning views and tasty Isan home-cooking. Activities include an evening canoe ride through beautiful jungle countryside. Details here.
One stop travel booking shop
Ryan Air is a massive cut price airline in Europe that offers a lot more than just discount airfares these days. As well as car hire and accommodation you can now book tickets to major events at discount prices. That includes everything from London stage shows to major European football games or even getting a close-up view of Leonardo DaVinci’s painting The Last Supper with your own guide. Have a look here
Best of the best
Cathay Pacific has announced the unmissable sale – From London to Shanghai, New York to Seoul – book now and save on 14 of the most popular destinations across the globe. With convenient connections and flights to suit your schedule, checking off your bucket list has never been easier. Flights start from AUD661 return from Melbourne to Beijing return. The deal ends on June 21. See here
Or, how about exploring the world?
Right now enjoy savings on round-the-world fares from Qantas and oneworld. Choose from over six continents, 160 countries and 1100 destinations. From Hobart to Hong Kong, Los Angeles to London, enjoy unrivalled coverage, the ability to earn points with multiple airlines, priority boarding and easy travel bookings. The deal ends on June 30. Details here
Knit your way around Ireland
Love knitting – and the idea of exploring Ireland? KnittingTours.com offers a range of tours including the 9 night Southern Ireland Tour. You will meet your host Carol Feller at a knitting workshop. This tour includes the Aran Islands, Ring of Kerry, Blarney Castle, Dublin and Connemara. Dates are July 14, September 22 and October 13. More details here
In the footsteps of pilgrims
UTracks, leading active European travel specialist, is offering select 2020 tours at 2019 prices if booked before 01 July 2019. All its self-guided Spanish and Portuguese Camino journeys and Italy’s Francigena Way and St Francis Way trips are available at the 2019 rates. A popular tour is the 11 day Sarria to Santiago Rambler. More details here
Snow covered Christmas
According to Europe Holidays, now is the time to start thinking about booking a storybook Christmas with all the trimmings in Europe. Enjoy snow-covered cathedrals, twinkling lights, spiced mulled wine, decorative candies and festive Christmas markets. Or if you’re looking for real adventure head to Lapland for a visit with Santa and marvel at the magnificent Aurora Borealis. Details here
Four Aussie dragon boat teams
The 2019 Hong Kong Dragon Boat Carnival, now in its 10th year, will descend on Hong Kong’s iconic Central Harbourfront and Victoria Harbour from 14 to 16 June 2019 with an action-packed program. There will be plenty of reasons to cheer – there are four Australian teams participating in this competitive line-up of dragon boat athletes which for the first time includes Asian Games medal-winning teams. See here.
Free points from Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia velocity high flyers needing more points for the next great adventure can now buy them at a discounted rate. Until June 29 you can get to your next reward sooner with Points Booster. Buy 1000 points or more by June 29 you will get enjoy a 20% bonus. Your next reward is a boost away. More details here
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