Blog Posts for January 2012

  • CNN votes Burma among top three places to visit in 2012

    CNN recently voted Burma in their top three places to travel in 2012. There's no argument from us - we think it is truly one of the most incredible, beautiful and untouched places left on the planet.

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  • The Barefoot Investor: How to live abroad on a budget

    The next few years promise to deliver the toughest employment conditions we’ve seen in decades. Many companies have put a freeze on hiring, which will cause a backlog of graduates applying for the same positions next year. Then you have the mass influx of young Aussie professionals returning home from a recession-ravaged London to raid the boomer bank and, hopefully, score a job.

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  • 5 unique drinks to try around the world

    There's bound to be a few sore heads around the country today, after yesterday's Australia Day celebrations. People gathered at barbecues, restaurants, parks, beaches and camping grounds to enjoy the sun and celebrate all things Australia.

    There's no denying that Australians love a beer. And we also produce some incredible wines. But what can you expect to drink when celebrating Australia Day (or any day, really!) while you're out of the country? Here's five unique drinks to try around the world:

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  • Chilli beef dumplings

    Kung Hei Fat Choi! Celebrate Chinese New Year by whipping up these traditional mince dumplings. They are so simple and delicious, you'll wonder why you've never bothered before!

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  • Island-hopping in Greece

    With all this talk of Greece's economic woes, it's about time we remembered that this country has some truly unique travel experiences to offer. From astounding classical history epitomised in the capital, Athens, to idyllic island getaways, Greece is a haven of travel diversity.

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  • Top 5 adventure activities in Antarctica

    Brendan van Son has done some pretty wild things in Antarctica. Here he shares some of his favourite activities, including a few you might never have considered!

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  • The Barefoot Investor: 5 ways to prepare for travel

    On my around-the-world adventure I went to to Japan, China, India, Europe, and finally the US before heading home.There was a lot to get ready, but the internet made planning an overseas trip ridiculously easy.

    Here's how it went down....

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  • Top 5 beaches in Latin America

    Latin America really does have it all for travellers.  It has amazing history, some great geographical location, beautiful cultures and some amazing stretches of sand to sprawl across and listen to the waves.  

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  • Tips for making the most of Japan

    Japan is a fascinating, strange, exciting and funny place to visit. Monique Engler has some handy hints to help avoid such disasters as getting stuck in the subway doors, dealing with fluffy toilet seats and tabbing your sushi with chopsticks like an amateur:

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  • Packing tips for Antarctica

    Packing can be a bit of an arduous task. It can be especially difficult if you don't really know what to expect about from your destination.

    Antarctica, being one of the world's last frontiers, is a challenge to pack since very few people know what to expect from the icy continent. However, it doesn't need to be a challenge. To lend a little assistance, Brendan van Son shares some of his tips on packing.

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