Issue 29: Saturday, 30 March 2019
Avenue de champagne
During our recent visit to France we stayed in the delightful little town of Epernay. Our accommodation was at the house of Champagne Andre Bergere, 40 avenue de champagne. As you stroll along this wide, elegant, boulevard you pass one magnificent mansion after another owned by the famed makers. Moet, Pol Roger…Michel Gonet… the list bubbles on. See here.
Doha stopover just $US23 a night
I was saying last week how Dubai is the space age city – but Doha is another glass and steel architectural wonder that has soared out of the desert. Experience safaris, cultural tours, shopping, golf, beach breaks and more with a stopover before your onward journey to Europe with Qatar Airways. You can stay up to four nights in one of Doha’s four or five star hotels from USD 23 per night. See here.
Small group tour of Japan
Japan continues to lure more Australians keen to experience the big city lights of Tokyo right through to spending a night or two in a low-budget ryokan (Japanese style inn). Flight centre is currently advertising a 13 day small group tour of Japan priced from $4310 – a saving of $760. The itinerary includes everything from Tokyo to the Hiroshima Peace park. See here.
…or how about a cruise?
One of the most relaxing ways to explore the Land of the Rising sun is to take a cruise. The big operators are increasingly offering comprehensive itineraries. A program I like at the moment is offered by Princess Cruises which depart from Yokohama, Shanghai or Kobe. The eight night Japan Explorer for instance is priced from $1779pp twin share. Ports include Shimizu, the gateway to Mt. Fuji. More details here.
Upgrade to Qantas to premium
Qantas premium class is on sale – but you need to hurry – the deal ends on April 2. Experience the added comforts of a premium cabin with dedicated crew. Goodies include more space to relax, dedicated check-in, priority boarding, delicious inflight dining and extensive wine menu. Fly to Tokyo, for instance, from $1,599. More details from helloworld. More details here.
Close-up encounter with Orangutans
Discover Central Borneo’s famous orangutan sanctuary, Camp Leakey, with Silversea Cruises during two expedition voyages departing on 24 June 2019 and 9 July 2019. On board, guests will be joined by guest lecturer Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas who will lead a private tour through Camp Leakey, where guests can enjoy close-up encounters with these amazing animals. Details of the first cruise here.
Luxury Lombok resort $1 a night
Five-star resort Wyndham Sundancer Lombok is celebrating the announcement of direct flights from Perth to Lombok by offering guests the opportunity to stay for one night for AU$1. The AirAsia route will run four times a week from 9 June on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. For bookings, email reservations@wyndhamsundancerlombok.com and quote code WyndhamAirAsia1. Visit the resort here.
Fly home from Bali free
If you are thinking about a cheap holiday to Bali you are in luck. Jetstar has released Return for Free holiday packages – but hurry – the deal ends on April 2. The Bali Legian Beach Hotel for instance costs from $779pp twin share including breakfasts and other dining deals. Conditions apply to these flights and this price is ex Perth. More details here.
Snow package in New Zealand
Planning on skiing in New Zealand this year? Europcar has released an all-inclusive snow package including vehicle rental and snow cover that allows the vehicle to be driven on sealed roads above the snow line. An additional driver is free. Book by 30 April 2019 for travel between 1 June 2019 – 31 October 2019. More details here
Philippines a paradise for divers
The Philippines is widely considered to have the best diving sites in the world for professional and amateur divers, as well as snorkellers. The stunning archipelago is home to well over 7,000 islands, filled with colourful coral and an abundance of marine life. To assist travellers to the region, the Philippine Department of Tourism has compiled a list of the best locations. More details here
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