Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Shopping: Buy, buy Melbourne



CLUTCHING her "Winter Wine Passport", Fiona Hudson finds a destination close to Melbourne is an ideal balm for her itchy feet.Mornington Peninsula: Truly chilled amid the vines


THE stand-out icon is but one drawcard in a scenic region that produces some of the best cold-climate vintages in Australia.Macedon Ranges: Lure of Hanging Rock



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Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Port Lincoln: Stay in tuna with nature



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Monday, September 22, 2008

Report: Qantas a winner - for most delayed flights



First delivery: Qantas A380 is coming to AustraliaDESPITE a two-year delay and $200 million in compensation, the first Qantas A380 will make history today when it begins its journey to Australia.


OLYMPIC doubles champions Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka defeated Olivier Rochus and Xavier Malisse to secure Switzerland's place in the 2009 Davis Cup World Group.Swiss secure World Group spot


USA lead 9-7 going into final dayTHE Ryder Cup is set for a yet another thrilling finish following the second day's play, which saw the United States holding on to a 9-7 lead against Europe going into the singles at Valhalla.



Cruisey break: Ship shape across the ditch



Auckland: Bridge walk has added springGREG Hackett tries out Auckland's bridge climb and discovers those daring Kiwis can't resist throwing in a bungy jump along the way.


A LUXURY boutique hotel in Singapore has set aside a whole floor for women, decking it out with designer amenities and female-only staff.Singapore: Sorry fellas, this one's for the ladies


DON'T miss sunrise: it's the time of day when New Zealand's Acacia Cliffs Lodge gets to reveal its wow factor. Brian Crisp reports.Lake Taupo: Dawn of something special



Sunday, September 21, 2008

Solo travel: Lifting the veil on going solo



SOLO travellers are looking less lonely as tourism operators rush to cater for a blossoming single-person sector.Solo travel: Tourism making room for one


Family travel: On the road with baby in towFORGET the evil stares and secret whispers ? holidaying with an infant is easier than you may think, Tiana Templeman writes.



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London: 'Guerrilla' gardening in full bloomAN army of guerrilla gardeners, armed with seed bombs and pitchforks, are working under night cover to beautify the world's cities.