Each month our community of seasoned travellers rapidly expands, and so do our inspiring travel stories. Here we take a look at the stories you loved the most in May.
1. Win a Spicers Retreat getaway
It’s no surprise that our fabulous competition had the most attention last month. With two nights accommodation, plus dinner and breakfast daily in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland, it’s no wonder it takes out our number one spot. And the good news? The competition is still open! Enter here to win this great prize.
2. Five new Viking cruises in 2018/19
In its quest to “reinvent ocean cruising”, Viking Ocean Cruises has added another five sumptuous new voyages for the 2018/19 season.
3. How to pack like a true pro
We’ve asked packing guru, Bobby Graham, to share her tips on how to travel for weeks with just 7 kilograms of luggage.
4. Free balcony upgrade on Alaska cruises
Seems our community of seasoned travellers loves a bargain as much as we do! Our free balcony upgrade for Alaska cruises in 2018 is still going, but be quick as they are selling fast!
5. Understanding rail concessions in NSW
Mature travellers everywhere have a fondness for rail journeys, but how many people know about the many concession offers that are available? Find out more here.
6. P&O Pacific Explorer to debut
She is almost here! Packed full of surprises, P&O Pacific Explorer debuts in June after a multi-million-dollar refurbishment.
7. Why you should go on a group tour
With the world at your technology-enabled fingertips these days, trying to fathom the myriad choices around travel can be daunting. So in this series of articles, we ask industry experts to strip it all right back and give us the benefit of their vast knowledge on key subjects.
8. The secret flight crew rest areas revealed
Have you ever wondered where pilots and flight attendants rest on long-haul flights? As we sit enjoying our meals and in-flight entertainment, crew members spend the twelve to thirteen hour flights in various stages of work and ‘crew rest.’
9. Flower and garden shows in 2017
Whether you’re a gardener, a buyer, a floral designer or you simply have a sprouting interest in horticulture, attending a flower and garden show is one of the best ways to experience the beauty of nature with like-minded enthusiasts. Here is what’s happening in 2017 around the world.
10. Our chat with Back-Roads tour leaders
As anyone who has ever been on an organised tour knows, having a tour leader who is engaged and passionate, who shows a genuine interest in their guests and the destinations visited, can make all the difference in the enjoyment of a holiday. Here we chat with five tour leaders on why they love their job so.