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Author Archives: Lyndon Barnett
Fascinating Fruits at the Peppers Food and Wine Event
It was after Alan and Susan Carle won a Slow Food Award for their work with biodiversity that the luxury resort, Peppers knew they had to have the husband and wife team present at their recent Food and Wine event at Peppers Beach Club in Port Douglas. “We won a Slow Food Award for our work with Rainforest Biodiversity, and we have been instrumental in … Continue reading
Hawaii – Terrific Trivia
The beaches of Hawaii are synonymous with relaxation. This is America’s island paradise that deserves special attention. While Honolulu will generally be your first port of call, be sure to check out the sights on the other islands including Maui and Molokai. To make your Hawaiian experience all more interesting, we thought we’d put together some trivia on the American state. Here are our top … Continue reading
Top Australian Road Trips
The Aussie road trip is a classic holiday experience for families. Driving along our highways and by-ways to admire the incredible beauty of Australia is well worth the effort. There are many great routes to take throughout the country, many that start in our major capitals, which keep the travelling distance to a minimum but the attractions to a maximum. Here are our top Australian … Continue reading
Vanuatu – Five Popular Islands
The beautiful archipelago nation of Vanuatu is made up of 83 individual islands. This is a South Pacific tropical paradise where lush interior forests blend seamlessly into stunning beaches and enticing waters. The country’s capital, Port-Vila is on the island Efate; this is the administrative heart of the country. After exploring Efate, here at Escape Travel, we think you should explore some of Vanuatu’s other … Continue reading
Paris Airport Hotels
Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport was named after the founder of the fifth French Republic. It’s the largest airport in France and the second busiest airport in Europe. With flights arriving late at night and with early morning departures, the convenience of staying at a hotel near Charles de Gaulle is always welcome – considering that the airport is located 23 kilometres from the heart … Continue reading
Top Attractions at Hobart’s Salamanca Place
Salamanca Place is a beautiful precinct in Hobart – the name derives from the Duke of Wellington’s victory at the Battle of Salamanca in 1812. This historic area boasts original sandstone structures that have been converted from warehouses into commercial buildings and a public square that was constructed in the 1990′s. There are plenty of activities to keep travellers occupied around Salamanca Place. Here are … Continue reading
Tahiti – Terrific Trivia
The beautiful South Pacific Island of Tahiti is generally considered the epitome of paradise. After exploring the sights of the capital and largest city, Papeete be sure to travel around the island to admire the incredible coastline. To make your visit to Tahiti even better, we’ve compiled these fascinating trivia facts on the island. Here are our top five Tahiti trivia facts. Captain Cook Captain James Cook … Continue reading
Hanoi – A Family-Friendly Destination
The Vietnamese capital boasts fascinating sights such as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the Fine Arts Museum and the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake. So while there are plenty of things to do for adults, there is also a considerable amount of attractions that will keep the kids amused also. Here are our top five family-friendly Hanoi attractions. One Pillar Pagoda Constructed as a tribute to Emperor … Continue reading
Fiji – Terrific Trivia
Fiji is certainly a popular holiday destination. Many travellers head to this beautiful South Pacific nation to unwind by the pool of a beautiful resort, to explore the marine life in the adjacent crystal-clear waters or to go in search of an island adventure. Here at Escape Travel, we think Fiji is a fantastic country and thought we’d compile some fascinating trivia facts to make … Continue reading
Cruising Germany – Five Historic Destinations
Germany is a great European country that’s perfect for cruising. With such majestic rivers as the Rhine, the Elbe and the Moselle – it is an absolute delight to explore the waterways of Germany. And along the way, there are fascinating historic towns that ooze charm and appeal. Here are our top five German cruising destinations. Passau Passau is known as the ‘Three River City,’ … Continue reading
Mystery Escapes – The Perfect Present
Launched today, Escape Travel’s popular Mystery Escapes are making a proud return. These packages, which include flights and accommodation, are perfect for holiday-makers that would appreciate the thrill of a short getaway to a destination that’s only revealed a couple of days prior to departure. You simply choose the length of stay, be it one, two or three nights and we’ll arrange the rest. Prices … Continue reading
Cruising the South Pacific – Five Stunning Destinations
The epitome of tropical paradise, the South Pacific is the ideal region to enjoy a relaxing cruise holiday. Luxury ships will guide you effortlessly from beautiful port to picturesque destination where you can explore impressive landscapes, chill on the white-sandy beaches or admire the abundance of marine life who call the Pacific Ocean home. Here are our top five South Pacific cruising destinations. Port Vila, … Continue reading
Abu Dhabi – A Family-Friendly Destination
There is a perception that Abu Dhabi is an administrative capital with a little of interest for families. Well yes, while it might be the heart of the United Arab Emirates, there are plenty of attractions that are sure to keep the whole family entertained for the duration of their stay. Here are our top five family-friendly Abu Dhabi attractions. Mushrif Children’s Garden This beautiful … Continue reading
Cruising Over Christmas – Five Festive Destinations
The Christmas holiday break is almost upon us. Here at Escape Travel, we love spending time with our loved ones at Christmas, however rather than enjoying the festive season at home, maybe this year you might like to consider a dedicated Christmas cruise through beautiful waterways. Many cruise lines organise great itineraries over the holiday period, so that eager cruisers can experience a unique and highly … Continue reading
London Heathrow Airport Hotels
London’s Heathrow Airport is a major transport hub for travellers holidaying in the United Kingdom and further afield in Europe. With flights arriving late at night and with early morning departures, the convenience of staying at a hotel near Heathrow is always welcome – considering that the airport is located 22 kilometres from the heart of the city. Here are our top hotels situated near … Continue reading
Top 5 Ways to Experience Taipei 101
When the structure opened in 2004, Taipei 101 secured the record as the tallest building in the world with an architectural height of 509 metres - breaking that elusive half a kilometre mark. The record would remain in place until the construction of the Burj Khalilfa in 2010. Regardless of the Dubai effort, the Taiwanese building remains an engineering and artistic marvel. Many travellers to the … Continue reading
Berlin – Family-Friendly Attractions
Germany’s capital is one of the great European cities. While admiring the iconic Brandenburg Gate, climbing the dome on the Bundestag and taking photos of the location of Check Point Charlie on the Berlin Wall are generally on everyone’s itinerary, Berlin also offers terrific attractions for families. Here are our top five family-friendly attractions in Berlin. Berlin Zoo The Berlin Zoo recently received significant international … Continue reading
Tokyo – Terrific Trivia
The Japanese capital continues to delight and amaze visitors – with such as attractions as the Imperial Palace and the Sensoji Temple to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and Rainbow Bridge. There’s no doubt that exploring Tokyo is fascinating, however we thought we’d put together some interesting trivia facts to make your experience of Tokyo all the more exciting. Here are our top five pieces … Continue reading
It’s yourTime at myTime
After successfully partnering with around 130 properties throughout the Caribbean, Asia and the South Pacific, myTime today announced that four hand-picked hotels in Australia will join the exclusive club. “There’s nothing like arriving at the Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas and being presented with a chilled towel and iced lycee tea. In the guest room, there’ll be a welcome letter from myself explaining the facilities and … Continue reading
Celebrate Halloween in America
As families put the finishing touches on their ghoulish outfits, here at Escape Travel, we think it would be fantastic to celebrate Halloween in America. So we investigated the best places in the US to join in the festivities on this fun-filled holiday. Here are our top five destinations to celebrate Halloween in America. New Orleans, Louisiana This southern belle claims the title as, “America’s … Continue reading
