You may have heard of Mumbai but not know much about it. How about Bombay? Many people are surprised to learn that Bombay no longer exists, it became Mumbai. It’s a fascinating city with many surprises… Where is it? Mumbai is a collection of seven islands and is the capital of the state of Maharashtra. It’s on the west coast of India and has a deep, natural harbour which is extremely busy, dealing with over 60% of all of the cargo that arrives in India. A Brief history In 300 BC, seven islands were made into a Hindu and Buddhist…
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Experience the Mystery & Magic of Mumbai – India
Monday, September 28th, 2009 at
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Experience the Beauty of Crete the Island of the Minotaur – All about Crete
Monday, September 21st, 2009 at
12:16 pm
Crete is a hugely popular island for holidaymakers. Over 20% of all flights in Greece go there every year – and with good reason! Crete has something for everyone and if you get away from the main towns, there are still traditional areas to delight in. You can choose from large hotels with all the ameneties that you would expect, stay in family run apartments or even camp. You can travel there by flying to Heraklion or Chania or by ferry to Heraklion, Chania, Rethimno or Agios Nikolaos. Let’s take a look at why Crete is so popular. Quick Facts…
Out and About the Cyclades Islands in the Greek Isles
Sunday, September 20th, 2009 at
5:49 am
Gosh…where do we start? Did you know that there are over six thousand Greek islands? Only 227 are inhabited and of those, only 78 have more than 100 people living on them. The islands are in groups, so let’s take a look at the islands in one of the most popular, the Cyclades, so that you can decide which takes your fancy before you start booking! The Cyclades Islands This is a group of around 220 islands in the middle of the Aegean Sea. They are reached by ferries that travel from Pereaus. Pireaus is one of the biggest ports…
Out and About in Las Vegas – Get Married in Las Vegas
Saturday, September 19th, 2009 at
4:54 am
A few years ago, a friend of mine got married in Las Vegas. She didn’t tell us she was getting married we all thought she was just going on holiday. When she returned to work, she told us the happy news. I have to take my hat off to her as it must have been hard to arrange everything without letting anyone in on the secret. The wedding dress was shipped to her hotel all ready for the big day. You know what!!!!! I think it was a totally awesome idea. She looked absolutely beautiful, the setting was lovely and…
Review: Golden Nugget Casino & Hotel Fremont St Las Vegas
Thursday, September 10th, 2009 at
11:37 am
We hadn’t booked anywhere to stay for the last 4 days so once we decided to stay in Vegas it was just a matter of hopping online and making a booking through Expedia. I opted for the Golden Nugget in Fremont St, simply because I love this hotel. The rooms are reasonably sized, the rates are really reasonable plus the service and housekeeping is excellent. The last time I stayed at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino I was in a room with two double beds as I was traveling with Paula, my friend and business partner. This time I am traveling…
Out and About in Las Vegas – The Fremont St Experience
Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 at
5:52 am
One of my favorite places in Las Vegas is Fremont St. This is a happening place where every night there is exciting live entertainment and the fantastic Fremont St Experience – which is an awesome light and sound show. Although it is now easy to get to Fremont St from the Strip, now that the Deuce buses run to downtown, I still like to stay in the downtown area and usually stay at the Golden Nugget. This summer Fremont St is running the ‘Sounds of ’69 Vegas or Bust’ with live bands playing the music of the era. Which suits…
Out and About in Las Vegas – Cruising the Strip – Las Vegas Boulevard South
Saturday, September 5th, 2009 at
6:47 am
Okay in most of the previous posts I have managed to get really long winded. So in this one I am just going to quickly add photos of some of the stuff you will see cruising the Strip. Here is the Harley Davidson Cafe, haven’t eaten there so can’t comment on the food but I do like the sight of the Harley bursting through the wall. I checked online and the place has mixed reviews for both the food and the service so I guess it is a matter of going in and checking the place out for yourself. Next…
Attention Aussie Travellers – Pay No Booking Fees for Flights with Expedia.com.au
Saturday, September 5th, 2009 at
12:21 am
Who doesn’ t love to save money!!!! Nobody I know that’s for sure. Those of you who read this blog know that we generally book our travel online through expedia.com.au or expedia.com. Apart from the great deals and packages that they have available, their website is easy to navigate, and it doesn’t matter if I am booking a trip with multiple stops and only want to book a hotel for part of the trip, I can do it quickly and easily through Expedia. Now there is even more reason for Aussie travellers to put of that trip any longer –…
Out and About in Las Vegas – Cruising The Strip – The Las Vegas Plaza Complex
Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009 at
3:24 am
Las Vegas Plaza in Progress So after spending lots of time in Bellagio, we headed off down the strip to check out what else is on offer. Next to Bellagio there is an extremely large construction under way. This had only just started when Paula and I were here last year. This is to be the new Las Vegas Plaza complex. I was chatting to some locals who told me that Legal action was taken by the Plaza Hotel and Casino, Downtown for the right to keep the name. Bit of Trivia follows: The Plaza has been in Downtown Las Vegas…
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