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Prepare Before the Flight

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Preparation is key when travelling. This is true whether you’re going to the other side of the world or just the next two blocks away; their only two difference is that you carry more stuff in the former than the latter and it takes a longer time to travel. So where do we start then? The luggage.

The luggage is as important as the ticket you’re holding. Unless you got a very deep pocket, I suggest you pack some clothes and toiletries before your journey. The number of clothes depends on where and how long your time will be away from home, but be sure top pack some extra pairs just in case of emergencies.

If you have a heavy bag, it’s time to trade it for something lighter. Although they seem to offer more protection, heavy bags usually mean heavy bag surcharges as well. There’s a rule: “If you can’t lift your bag to place it in the overhead compartment, then it will be checked.” Suggestions range from duffel bags to backpacks for those short journeys.

Comfy shoes are the best things to wear on a flight, especially if it’s going to be a long one. The rule is to wear one pair and keep two in the bag. High heeled shoes are better off during formal dinners, parties, or the office–not during a flight.

If you follow these advises, you will have a more comfortable time on your flight even if you fly coach. Have a safe and organized flight ahead!

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Abisko Lodge: Camping in the Snow!

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

During the Winter, most head on over to the Tropics to get some sun and warm air, but if you’re more into the cold snow and ice, then you really have to try Mt. Hutt in New Zealand. It is one of the more popular sites during skiing season.

Besides packing your snow gear, calling up a campground near the location would be essential. One of the better options is Abisko Lodge.

Abisko provides a small modern boutique campground in the heart of Methven, Mt Hutt village.

The newly established and well appointed campground has modern facilities and is close to all of the towns amenities with shuttle pick-ups at the door and only a short walk to the town centre.

Regardless of whether you are camping in a tent or in a motorhome, the campground makes an excellent base to explore the local Mount Hutt area with great summer and winter activities.

Methven, Mt Hutt Campground

  • 18 spacious and level powered sites
  • Suitable for tents and campervans (option of gravel or grass)
  • Cosy cabin
  • Methven, Mt Hutt Campground Facilities
  • Modern toilet and shower block with disabled access facilities
  • Fully equipped kitchen and dining facilities
  • Comfortable heated lounge area
  • Free BBQ
  • Dumpstation
  • Internet café and wireless internet available
  • Spa and Sauna (fee applies)
  • Coin operated laundry on-site
  • Separate lounge and dining room

The good thing about Abisko is that they also provide apartments and lodges if you’re not into camping. Pricing is a bit more affordable during winter compared to the summer months. Still, the snow is more abundant this time of the year just make sure you move out of the way when there’s an avalanche warning.

Happy camping!

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Like Beers? Go on a Brewery Tour!

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

If you think you’ve tasted all the different kinds of beers downtown, then a visit to the Castlemaine Perkins Brewery in Brisbane, Australia would be a whiff of fresh air. One of the best ways to experience that place would be through a brewery tour and XXXX Ale House Functions and Brewery Tours fits the bill.

Classic XXXX Brewery Tours

  • Start your brewery tour in the XXXX Ale House Visitor Centre
  • Learn about the origins and history of beer
  • Hear the colourful history of XXXX
  • Walk through the heart of our heritage listed site
  • Learn about our raw ingredients and brewing processes
  • Visit the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest single packing line
  • Learn to pour yourself the perfect beer in the XXXX Ale House Bar
  • Taste a couple of brewery fresh beers

The tour takes about an hour and a quarter. And you’ll cover millennia of history in that time – from the beginnings of beer, through 130 years of XXXX heritage, to the cold fresh glass of XXXX in front of you.

  • Monday to Friday: 11am, 12 midday, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
  • Wednesday evening: 6pm
  • Saturday: 12.30pm
  • Adult $22
  • Concession $20.00
  • Group of 10 or more adults $20.00 per person
  • Non drinking adults $18.00
  • Children 10 to 18 years $15.00
  • Children under 10 years Free

If you were lucky enough to get a Saturday or a Wednesday scheduled tour then you would also be able to join a BBQ session. Don’t worry as it’s included in the price you paid for the whole tour.

Brewery, Beer & BBQ Tours

  • Saturday: 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am, 12 midday
  • Wednesday Evening: 6.30pm
  • Adults $35*
  • Concession: $33*
  • Non-drinking adults: $31
  • Children 10 – 18yrs: $28
  • Children under 10 free.

So what are you waiting for? Contact them now!