Travel Type - Family Fun
Where everyone comes to play
The smile on the face of the kid in the queue next to me says it all. Her anticipation is evident in every word she speaks, every motion she makes, every step she takes closer to the ticket window. We are at SeaWorld Orlando and I am sure I too have that same glint of expectation.
The Orlando theme park, the third for the SeaWorld chain, is located a mere 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport and was right across the road from my accommodation at The Renaissance SeaWorld.
Niue – Arrive As A Visitor, Leave As A Friend
Niue gets under your skin… right into your heart and soul… and it’s a destination that will leave you wanting…
Sunshine Coast – Adventure is Second Nature
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Bypassed by Not Forgotten
Words and Images by Roderick EimeWords Eime America has Route 66 and Australia has Route 31. Also known as the…
Capital Gains in Courtenay Place
Capital Gains in Courtenay Place By Ewan McDonald Wellington likes to see itself as a little different – pushing the…
Exploring Norfolk Island’s Adventurous Spirit
by Juliette Sivertsen Three artful bruises decorate my ‘sit-bones’. Cycling around Norfolk Island isn’t the most strenuous activity I’ve ever…
Blessing the Rains Down in Africa
Words By Helen Hayes Images courtesy of World Journeys Being in the Serengeti during the Great Migration is a…
New Orleans : Top 5 Things To Do
Anyone who has been to America’s South, especially New Orleans, will know that one trip is never enough. Having been…
Lubbock… The Day the Music Lived On
Words & Images by Shane Boocock On September 7th 1936 Charles Hardin Holley was born in Lubbock, Texas to Lawrence and Ella Holley.…
Ten USA Halls of Fame
By Shane Boocock There are literally hundreds of Halls of Fame in the U.S.A… spanning all 50 states. So many in fact that…
Be a Tourist in Your Own City
At times, we can be so busy planning our next travel adventure that we forget to appreciate the country, city,…
9 Themes for Your Family Holiday in Australia
If you are thinking about planning a family holiday touring the country, you might want to first pick a theme…
Take a Spin On One of New York’s Stunning Carousels
NYC offers carousels in all five boroughs—each with a different spin on the ride. From the aquatic-themed SeaGlass Carousel at…
Caravanning Is Cool Again!
A Home From Home: Caravanning Is Cool Again! It has to be said that caravanning fell out of fashion for…
Buena Park – Out of the Shadow of the Mouse!
A vacation hot spot, the lively city of Buena Park is located just 10 minutes from Disneyland and 45 minutes…
Paris for kids
The experts from leading French tour company Paris On The Way have put together a list of the top five…
Ski Weekend Getaway, St Anton
What to Expect from a Ski Weekend Getaway in St Anton St Anton is one of Europe’s most famous ski…
3 Great Camping Trips in North America
Camping is a staple holiday with stunning resorts the world over offering scenic and adventurous getaways for visitors of all…
A Dozen Great Reasons to Visit Waiheke Island
Words and images by Shane Boocock This stunning island, a 40 minute ferry ride from Downtown Auckland, boasts 92sq.kms of…
The Real America
Why not try these off-the-beaten-track activities or new experiences for a unique taste of the Real America States this northern winter; or…
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, QLD
Spend the morning or afternoon at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, home to the world’s largest collection of Australian native animals. There…
Family Breaks to Kickstart the new year
Well, Christmas is finally out of the way, and I don’t know about you, but I need a break. I…
England – Top 20 Most Visited Attractions
England Reveals Top 20 Most Visited Attractions – so what are they, and how many have you visited? 20 MOST…
Olveston – an Edwardian Time Capsule
Dunedin’s historic home, Olveston is celebrating being named New Zealand’s Number One Travel Attraction by sticking to its winning formula.…
10 Essential Petrolhead Experiences, SouthWest Germany
Year-round, sunny SouthWest Germany is Petrolhead Heaven. Check out our 10 ESSENTIAL PETROL HEAD EXPERIENCES! Drive round the Hockenheim circuit…
The island of Mustique
Do something different … Spend a blissful week on the island of Mustique! Mustique has it all … no cars,…
Movie Locations Tour, Los Angeles
Who: Starline Tours, the Number One Celebrity Tour Company in Los Angeles, with Turner Classic Movies (TCM) launches the…
Saints & Souls, Maya style
Saints And Souls, Maya Style By Adrien Gallo If you’re wondering where to celebrate All Saint’s Day – November 1,…
Flying High, Brisbane
Scaling the facade of Traders Hotel, Brisbane and an aircraft perched atop the hotel’s fifth floor balcony, one might mistake…
Five Of The Best Family Walks – South West Coast
Why not get out and about this summer and combine a family walk on the South West Coast Path with…
Innovative Caving Experiences
Waitomo Glowworm Caves and The Legendary Black Water Rafting Company, both part of the Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) portfolio of…
Thorpe Park
As the nation’s Thrill Capital, THORPE PARK is the ‘must do’ destination for adrenaline seekers with over 25 rides and…
New Kids Spa – Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi
Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa Announce the Opening of Their Kids Spa ‘Sweet Pea Spa’ Little people love…
Three New Attractions – Canada
Montreal’s new window on the Stars Montreal is already a city of stars, but it will be possible to see…
New Caledonia – lassaie a’faire
By Shane Boocock Waking up in a foreign country is always a splendid feeling. New sounds, new sights and often…
Chill-axing Raro style
By Gayle Dickson “Ping” … the fasten seatbelt sign turns off, people start moving about the aircraft cabin, the…
Norfolk Island
Isle of Exiles By Shane Boocock Only 160km of roads, a 50km speed limit, one roundabout and no traffic…
Rotorua
Adventure Capital of the North Island By Gayle Dickson A small town perched on the edge of a lake surrounded…
Warbirds Over Wanaka
By Penny Gardiner International Airshow 2010 For three days during Easter, Lake Wanaka will become centre-stage for an extravaganza…
Taupo
Even in winter, there’s a certain charm to Taupo; a distinct warmth that you can’t put your finger on. It’s…
Hokitika Wildfoods Festival
Images courtesy of Dave Kerr and Janna Sherman The Wildfoods Festival is gearing up for its 21st Birthday Party,…
Tauranga : tourist in my own town
by Sue Hoffart On horseback at low tide, Little Waihi is a necklace of rustic waterfront baches and homes.…
A Capital Adventure
By Sue Hoffart It’s almost midday when we stumble on a bearded bloke clutching the spotted kiwi, ten minutes drive…
Seaworld Orlando
Where everyone comes to play By Gary Dickson The smile on the face of the kid in the queue next…
Disneyland Hotel – it’s so grand
by Gary Dickson Having previously enjoyed a stay at the Disneyland Hotel with my family some years ago, on this…
70,000 Miles of Waterways
Where can you enjoy whitewater river rafting, wilderness kayaking, deep-sea fishing adventures, and some of the world’s best fly-fishing waters?…
Niue – MORE THAN A ROCK
MORE THAN A ROCK By Jane Warwick Somehow, somewhere, Niue has become lost in the swell of the Pacific Ocean.…