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06/02/2025

This cruise is totally on my bucket list. The remoteness of this area is so inviting. So when I see a 2 for 1 special I must share so you can do the trip and tell me all about it. I live vicariously through you - just saying.

Click here to look at departure dates and more info https://cruiseandrail.com.au/f8wp5w4z

Sale ends 19 Feb 25

05/02/2025

As a travel agent - I'm constantly learning. Nothing stays the same, so on the odd occasion I get out of the office and get stuck into some learning. Last week I had the pleasure of catching up with NCL, Oceania and Regent cruise lines with some fellow itravel consultants. Every day's a school day!

05/02/2025

Have you ever wanted to do a European River cruise and it always seemed out of reach? Well check this out!

Cabins will sell fast at this rate. This cruise normally goes for $5,995pp so that's a saving of $5,400 per couple just on the cruise AND you're saving an additional $4,400 as your 3 day stay in Munch is free. Call me on 0449790108 if you're interested

Return Emirates airfares start at $2,700pp

email: [email protected]

04/02/2025

Today I had the absolute pleasure of meeting some engaging business owners at Wilton Business Network. I wanted to thank Alex for chairing the get together. Debbie Roberts Consulting for focusing my attention to setting some 2025 goals.
Today’s focus was on UYGW. Amazing company that I shall be commandeering to strengthen some of Luke weaknesses in 2025.
Looking forward to the next meeting 🙂

30/01/2025

Save 20%* on Domestic Parking!

Valid for bookings at:
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Excludes T1 Premium Valet.

Use Promo Code: 20DOM

Book by 5 February 2025
Enter between 3 February to 31 December 2025

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29/01/2025

NICE CHANGES
The Mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, signed a law that bans large cruise ships from visiting destinations in the Nice-Côte d’Azur region.

According to a report by Le Monde, ships with over 900 guests will no longer be welcomed at local ports, which include major tourism destinations such as Villefranche-sur-Mer and the city of Nice.

Also serving as president of the French region, Estrosi plans to limit calls of large ships starting in July 2025.

The mayor is quoted as saying that the new measure aims at promoting “selective tourism” in the face of the threat of “overtourism.”

While Estrosi has no authority to prohibit vessels from visiting, he can ban vessels from disembarking in the region’s ports, Le Monde said.

It’s unclear how Estrosi plans to deal with cruise calls already scheduled for the impacted ports.

In an interview with Le Figaro, he said he is looking into the matter to see “under which conditions port reservations can be cancelled.”

The new law is expected to have a significant impact on Villefranche-sur-Mer, which serves as a popular port of call for large ships from various cruise lines.

Among the vessels scheduled to visit the destination in 2025 are Royal Caribbean’s 3,430-guest Voyager of the Seas, Celebrity’s 3,260-guest Ascent, and Norwegian’s 4,200-guest Epic.

With infrastructure limitations, the city of Nice is already being visited by smaller ships, which will limit the impact of the new law.

The town is currently working on a series of developments to better accommodate the vessels, Le Monde said. Plans call for a shore power system that will allow ships to shut down their engines while docked.

Mayor Estrosi initially revealed his plans to ban cruise ships from visiting the region during a speech early in January.

At the time, he stated that large cruise ships that “pollute and dump their low-cost clients” are not welcome in ports of call in the French region of Nice-Côte d’Azur.

“These vessels do not correspond in any way to the model that we want to develop in terms of hospitality tourism,” Estrosi added.

28/01/2025

Hong Kong Airlines touched down at Gold Coast Airport on 18 January 2025 with a full flight of 300 passengers, reinstating the direct route for the first time since 2018 and just before this year’s Lunar New Year celebrations.

Hong Kong Airlines will operate the HKG-OOL seasonal service on its Airbus A330 wide-body aircraft four times weekly until 15 February 2025.

It departs the Gold Coast on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:25am, touching down in Hong Kong at 5:20pm.

Report by KarryOn
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27/01/2025

Indonesian airline TransNusa has announced it will commence flights between Perth and Bali (Denpasar) on 20 March, with tickets available now (17 January) from AU$169 one-way through all channels.

With the announcement, TransNusa joins Jetstar, Indonesia AirAsia, Batik Air, Batik Air Malaysia and Citilink, connecting Western Australia with the holiday hotspot.

Flight 8B080 will depart Denpasar at 9.10am and arrive in Perth at 12.50pm. The Bali-bound flight, 8B081, will leave Perth at 1.35pm and touch down in Denpasar at 5.20pm.

Utilising its 174-seater, A320 aircraft on the 3-hour, 40-minute route, TransNusa will initially operate the service three times a week, before increasing the route to a daily service by June.

Based in the Indonesian capital Jakarta, TransNusa operates a small domestic
network and flies to Malaysia, Singapore and China.

Report by: KarryOn

25/01/2025

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has issued a new travel warning for Türkiye following numerous recent deaths relating to methanol-laced alcoholic drinks.

According to DFAT’s Smartraveller website, there have been many recent deaths reported in Istanbul from methanol in counterfeit drinks – with both locals and travellers having reported poisoning.

In its latest advice for Türkiye, DFAT urges Australian travellers to “be alert to the potential risks around food and drink spiking and methanol poisoning”.

“Consider the risks when drinking alcoholic beverages, particularly drinks made with spirits. Labels on bottles aren’t always accurate,” it states.

“Stick to reputable venues and beware of suspiciously cheap alcohol. Avoid homemade alcohol.”

After multiple raids across the city, the Istanbul Police Department has seized around 33 tonnes of counterfeit alcohol, a distillation apparatus and other equipment, Türkiye Today reported.

The licenses of 64 businesses involved in illegal alcohol sales have also been revoked.

report by: KarryOn

25/01/2025

For my Brissy customers:

The Solomon Islands national carrier announced it would launch a new non-stop Brisbane-Auckland service from 21 February 2025, expanding the airline’s Oceania reach and providing more choice for two-way travel between the Queensland and NZ capitals.

Utilising its A320 aircraft, Solomon Airlines will operate the service once weekly, with Auckland-Brisbane flights (IE725) departing AKL at 6.30am on Friday and arriving in BNE at 7.15am.

Brisbane-Auckland flights (IE724) will then leave BNE on Friday at 6.50pm and land in AKL at 12.55am (+1).

Solomon Airlines will offer business and economy classes on the route, with fares starting from $1,231 and $521, respectively.

The Pacific carrier also operates three-times-weekly Brisbane-Honiara (Solomon Islands) flights, once-weekly Brisbane-Munda (Solomon Islands) flights and a weekly service between the Queensland capital and Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu.

21/01/2025

So if you didn't know, P&O Australia are transitioning to be identified as Carnival Australia in March. Its going to be a combo deal of the funnest cruise brands in Australia.

In the day of limited funds, sometimes a quick break is all it takes to refresh your soul. So with that in mind, POrnival are having a sale. Have a laugh on a comedy cruise (that was a joke there is no p**n onboard!!), or head to Moreton Island for a burn on a quad bike through the sand dunes. Or a segway ride on a beach.... where else in the world can you do that? (don't answer that).

Better yet, head to the South Pacific or the Barrier Reek over winter - it's a no brainer. Right now you may not need it but give it a couple of months and you might so plan ahead
Sale starts TODAY! only runs until 24 Jan 25

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21/01/2025

Just to clarify - I will never recognise the "Gulf of America"😵‍💫 - really happy to stick with the "Gulf of Mexico"

20/01/2025

Got wanderlust but no funds? Despite the pain of the Australian dollar depreciation (yep, that hurts), there are still some cheap destinations for Aussies where your coin will go further in 2025, and some of these international spots will definitely surprise you.

Top 5 cheapo destinations for 2025
1. Indonesia
2. Vietnam
3. Thailand
4. South Africa
5. India

Contact me if you need help in organising a break away

16/01/2025

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has downgraded its travel advice for New Caledonia, paving the way for tourism to bounce back some eight months after civil unrest broke out in the country.

16/01/2025

A great conversation came up in this weeks knit and natter that got me thinking. So here are the Skytrax 2024 airlines winners.

14/01/2025

Alaska is in my top 5 locations to see in the world. Its remote, vast, dramatic and beautiful. It's nature at it's finest then it closes for winter.

This package includes:
- Return economy airfares from Sydney to Vancouver | Fairbanks to Sydney
- 7 night cruise on a Princess Cruises ship.... they vary depending on departure
- Witness Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Glacier Bay and College Fjord
- Scenic coach from ship to Kenai Jords National Park
- 2 nights at Kenai Wilderness Lodge
- Scenic coach to Mount McKinley wilderness lodge with 1 nights stay
- Scenic coach to Denali National Park
- 2 nights stay at Denali Wilderness Lodge
- Natural history tour of the national park
- Train from Denali to Fairbanks
- 2 nights stay at Fairbanks Wilderness Lodge
- Gold rush history & cultural evening
- Pan for gold before travellingon a Sternwheeler Riverboat

So much is packed into this 2 weeks. I cannot stress enough Alaska is more than just the inside passage. Going further into the wilderness is doing this destination justice.

There are more departures available but I have a BONUS US$50 onboard spending money on 11 Jun, 23 Jul, 23 Aug and 3 Sep 25 departures.

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11/01/2025

If you’re going to the Australian Open, there is a LOT of walking involved. So wearing your new shoes from Christmas may not be the best option. I got a blister and was thanking the seven heavens because the geniuses at Chemist Warehouse were on hand to help me out. Right near the outdoor screens and various stands was a Chemist Warehouse

11/01/2025

If you’re thinking of attending any sporting events in Melbourne, Mantra on Jolimont is where to stay. It’s walking distance to MCG and Rod Laver. It’s 800m walk to Flinders St. You have a tram stop close to take you into town @ Tennis centre and Jolimont Train Station not far away.

Sometimes the time between checkout and your flight can be long. So I tend to put my cozzie in my carryon with a wet bag. Checkout of the hotel and then laze beside the pool until time for my flight. I also pack a deck of cards - in this case UNO No Mercy - to laugh your way through the hours as you wait.

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I was lucky enough to jump aboard the luxury small ship Silver Muse to take a look around. Naturally she’s beautiful. With just over 550 guests onboard the spaciousness exceeded my expectation. The suites are understated glamorous with massive king beds and wardrobe space for days. Marble bathrooms and butlers for suites and above. This all inclusive cruise line makes you feel at home the moment you board. The food is plentiful and top notch and so are the bottomless beverages. With 6 ships in the Mediterranean in 2025 this is certainly a great option given your shoe excursion is also included in the fare. Choose between flights included with private transfers to the airport, or arriving at your own steam in port. Save up to $10,000 on select departures with their Black Friday deals. I’m happy to send you a brochure with a list of departures they relate to. 📨 [email protected] ☎️ 0449790108 #Cruiseandrailtravel #southernhighlandstravel #southernhighlandstravelagent #southernhighlands #wollondillybusiness #wollondillytravelagent #wollondillytravel #wollondillytravel #cruise #Rail #travelagent #cruiseagent

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Riding the steam train 6029 at the 2024 Hunter Valley Steam Festival

Day 2 of the Hunter Valley Steam Festival and it did not disappoint. Today Mat & I road the 6029 return to Newcastle. The carriages were STUNNING… come have a look with me. You’ll be able to ride these next month out of Thirlmere so be sure to book early.

The Hunter Valley Steam Festival is underway. It’s a great opportunity to showcase some of the finest restored steam and diesel engines in NSW. #steamfestival #historictrains #NSWRailMuseum #railjourneys #cruiseandrailtravel #6029

What a great day had and looking forward to another day on the high seas onboard the Royal Princess. If you’re interested in cruising this world then let me help you get there ☎️ 61449790108 📧 [email protected] . . #cruisinglife #cruise #travel #instatravel #cruiseandrailtravel #royalprincess #princesscruises #nzcruise

Robyn Leach this is for you. This is your boat you’ll be on in Jan

This is Luke is going to be hanging out and he’s happy about it .

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