Archive for the ‘Australia & NZ’ Category

A Walk through the Beautiful Gardens of Perth

posted in: Australia & NZ  |  posted by: Florin Nedelcu on March 09, 2010  |  No Comments

With a total number of 18 parks and gardens, covering an area over 140 hectares, it’s no wonder Perth is most often described as a parkland oasis of Australia. Gardens have always played a great part in Perth’s city planning strategies, and, over time, have become an integral part of its identity. Let’s have a [...]

5 of the Best Festivals in Melbourne

posted in: Australia & NZ  |  posted by: Dave Emery on March 08, 2010  |  No Comments

When talking about what to see and do in Melbourne, you just have to mention at least one of the city’s amazing festivals. The most populous city of Australia, Melbourne i’s a real hub of all the celebrations in the state of Victoria. The city is ranked in the top three of World’s Most Livable Cities [...]

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia

posted in: Australia & NZ, FCS  |  posted by: Alex Ion on February 17, 2010  |  No Comments

Surfers Paradise, known to Aussies as “Surfers,” consists of warm Pacific beaches with perfectly fine sand and smooth waves, friendly, welcoming locals, and enough resorts, attractions, and shops to tire even the most dedicated vacationer. Whether you’re staying for a weekend or for a month, Surfers Paradise feels like paradise. The perfect combination of fun [...]

Sydney’s Biggest Tourist Traps

posted in: Australia & NZ, Featured  |  posted by: Dave Emery on February 04, 2010  |  2 Comments

Sydney is Australia’s largest city and one of the most multicultural cities on the continent. Being world famous for its commerce, arts, fashion, culture, entertainment and education achievements, Sydney is a must-see for all overseas tourists. But just as all other large and famous cities from around the world, Sydney has some tourist traps that [...]

Five of the Best Hotels in Melbourne

posted in: Australia & NZ, FCS  |  posted by: Alex Ion on January 30, 2010  |  No Comments

Ah, Melbourne. If you love culture in all its forms, whether it’s art, music, great food, fashion, architecture, or anything else, Melbourne is the Australian destination for you. Melbourne’s blend of old-world charm and new-world cool will prove delightful to even the most seasoned traveler, as there’s something for everyone to see. Its five best [...]

The 7 Best Gold Coast Theme Parks

posted in: Australia & NZ, Featured  |  posted by: Florin Nedelcu on January 29, 2010  |  No Comments

Known mostly as one of Australia’s premiere beach destinations, sporting a perfect climate, fine sand beaches and radical waves, the Gold Coast area is also a theme-park paradise. Whether you’re looking for a fun family adventure or an adrenalin rush that will get your heart throbbing, you’ll definitely find it at one of these extraordinary [...]