RSSSep|24|2010
Dealing with Jetlag and Climate Changes
Posted by Zahir as Adventure, Africa, Air Travel, Americas, Around The World, Asia, Australia NZ, Business, Carribbean, Cities, Europe, Getaways, Health, Health & Wellness, Luxurious, Oceania, People, Tips, Transport, Trends, United States, Warnings
People who love to travel are already used to the different time zones that most countries have. Sudden changes in the time and weather may prove to be a problem on adjusting to such if a person is not used to such fast paced evolution and lifestyle.
For people, traveling to any part of the world such as the United States, Europe and Asian continents would need body clock adjustments as well. The cultural practices and traditions are not the only immediate things that globetrotters should worry about but rather their ability to cope up with change.
Climate also entails being ready for the level of health a person is able to sustain. Sudden changes like cold and hot temperatures would need standby requirements of medicine or clothing just in case to ensure that the human body does not …
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Aug|27|2010
Travellers: Sir Edmund Hillary
Posted by Zahir as Adventure, Asia, Australia NZ, Historical, People
“My God! We’ve climbed the thing! We’ve done it!” ~ Edmund Hillary
Between 1920 and 1952, seven major expeditions had failed to reach the summit of Mount Everest. In 1924, the famous mountaineer George Leigh-Mallory had perished in the attempt. In 1952, a team of Swiss climbers had been forced to turn back after reaching the south peak, only 1000 feet from the summit.
Edmund Hillary joined in Everest reconnaissance expeditions in 1951 and again in 1952. These exploits brought Hillary to the attention of Sir John Hunt, leader of an expedition sponsored by the Joint Himalayan Committee of the Alpine Club of Great Britain and the Royal Geographic Society to make the assault on Everest in 1953.
The expedition reached the South Peak on May, but all but two of the climbers who had come this far were forced to turn back by exhaustion at the high altitude. At …
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Dec|13|2008
Free Travel On Christmas Eve In Australia
Posted by Noemi as Announcements, Australia NZ, Tips, Transport
I wonder if this kind of thing will ever happen in the United States? I read an article about Australians getting a special treat for the holidays. This is what the Herald Sun published today:
LONG-suffering commuters will get an early gift in 12 days – free public transport on Christmas Eve.
Public Transport Minister Lynne Kosky confirmed last night commuters would get free travel on trains, trams and buses as a goodwill gesture for the raft of cancellations this week. It’s on top of the free travel already confirmed for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
The peak rail union late yesterday reached an agreement with Connex for a bonus to be paid to all staff in recognition of a smooth transition to the new timetable introduced last month. The bonus of about $1000 will be paid to 2700 staff …
Feb|27|2008
Helens’ Got Game
Posted by Jen as Australia NZ, Travelogger
The month of March draws many tourists in St. Helens Tasmania, Australia. Known as the game-fishing capital of Tasmania, St. Helens gives fishing enthusiasts more than their fair share of catch. From the number of different beaches around Georges Bay and the long stretch from St. Helens to St. Helens Point, there seems to be no end to St. Helens natural beauty.
With a population of around 2,000, St. Helens is considered to be the largest town in the east coast of Tasmania. The people there are very proud of their crayfish and oysters. Local restaurants known for the quality of their abalone, flounder and scallops also abound.
However, fishing isn’t the only thing attracting visitors to the town. St. Helens is also a popular with nature lovers. Their underwater caves are especially a hit for the divers.
For those who want to get to know the …
Nov|30|2007
A Warm Christmas for Everyone: Australia and Egypt
Posted by Hannah Grace as Africa, Around The World, Australia NZ, Destinations
Christmas does give you a warm feeling but keeping literally warm is another thing during winter. If you are ready for a change of weather this Christmas there are lots of great places where the holiday season can be spent basking under the warm sun. Christmas cheer can still be had minus the frozen fingers.
This Christmas some of the hottest hot spots you can visit include:
Australia – Australia is a great place to visit year round but the great thing about visiting it during the Christmas season is that it is summer there. In Australia you can have a summer and Christmas vacation in one! Being such a huge place you have a whole slew of towns and cities you can choose to visit. If you are really into heat remember that the further north you go the nearer to the equator you go. So go somewhere in norther Australia …
Sep|18|2007
Meet the Twelve Apostles
Posted by Jen as Air Travel, Australia NZ, Destinations, Getaways, Travelogger
Mentioned in the Bible are the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. However, mentioned in Australian itinerary are twelve apostles of a different kind.
The Twelve Apostles of Australia are actually rock formations standing majestically on the coast of the Southern Ocean. They are a sight to behold especially during dusk and dawn when the rocks change colors from dark to yellow, depending on the angle the sun’s rays spread themselves. Couples would definitely enjoy the peace and serenity of this place. However, aside from basking in the scenic and romantic setting of the beach, there are many more activities in Twelve Apostles that are just waiting to be experienced.
A more striking view of the rock formations would be from the air. Camera shots will greatly benefit from this ride. Great Ocean Tour Helicopters, the largest aerial tour operator on the Shipwreck Coast, is the perfect place …
Sep|11|2007
Coober Pedy: Opal Capital of the World
Posted by Hannah Grace as Around The World, Australia NZ, Destinations
Coober Pedy, touted as the Opal Capital of the World, has every right to claim the title being the major supplier of gem quality opals in the world market. With its more than 70 opal fields plenty of people who have heard of the place are quick to assume that Coober Pedy has nothing more than mines and write it off as definitely not one of the places they would want to visit. This is unfortunate since Coober Pedy really has some interesting stuff to offer.
One of the weird but fascinating things about Coober Pedy is that many of the infrastructure, including homes, bars, and even churches, are built underground. The reason for this is that it experiences temperatures so extreme that the best way to get a beat the heat is to just stay underground. So while it is true …
Sep|05|2007
Sydney Must-Sees: Taronga Zoo and the Blue Mountains
Posted by Hannah Grace as Around The World, Australia NZ, Destinations, Eco-Friendly, Family
Aside from the Sydney Opera Hourse, the Rocks Market, and Darling Harbour Sydney musts sees for me are the Taronga Zoo and the World Heritage Blue Mountains.
Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo won the 2007 ARAZPA (Australasian Regional Association of Zoological Parks and Aquaria) Exhibit Award for small-scale exhibits which showed the zoos dedication to helping conserve and revive the almost extinct Corroboree Frog. Though efforts like these are laudable in itself Taronga Zoo will awe its visitors not (only) because of their dedication to conservation but also because of the wide variety of animals (340 species) that live there. Like any zoo the animals are the real stars in Taronga Zoo. Aside form the wildlife Taronga Zoo also boasts an excellent “garden”. The “garden” covers a total area of 33 acres of landscaped gardens with exhibits as well as bushland.
Blue Mountain…
Sep|01|2007
Sydney Must-Sees
Posted by Hannah Grace as Around The World, Arts & Culture, Australia NZ, Cities, Destinations, Family, Shopping
With so many things to see and do at Sydney if I were to choose just five things you really must see during your trip to Sydney, this would be the list.
Sydney Opera House
ALL tourists go to see the Opera House. You can go and buy tickets to watch all kinds of performances from plays to dances. Of course you can watch an opera too. For those interested in knowing the latest performance schedules you visit the Sydney Opera website. If you do not really wish to watch a performance you can go on a guided tour or eat out in one of the cafes and restaurants located in or near the Opera House.
The Rocks Market
Held during weekends only the Rocks Market is located at the end of George and Platfair Streets. …
Aug|29|2007
Shopping in Sydney: Where to Shop
Posted by Hannah Grace as Around The World, Arts & Culture, Australia NZ, Food and Drink, Shopping
Since we now know WHAT to shop for in Sydney now let me point you to the places WHERE you can shop. All over Sydney you will find shopping havens some with exotics stuff to offer some with more mainstream goods and many with a huger variety of products.
Starting at the city centre, Sydney will already capture the shopaholics heart with so many places to spend your money on. Anyone who wanders around the city centre is warned to leave their credit cards at the hotel safety deposit box because you wouldn’t be surprised if you max it out with a single whirlwind visit to the World Square Shopping Centre (offers everything from homeware to fresh food and so much more with 90 specialty stores), the Martin Place (which is not just a place to shop but a landmark where you can find the GPO Shopping centre, MLC …
