We are now in the New Year and what better way to celebrate the start of the year than checking out some of the big events around the world. Below are 4 big events to check out in January, as follows; 2020 AUSTRALIAN OPEN 20 JANUARY – 2 FEBRUARY / MELBOURNE Celebrating 108 yrs of […]
Luxury trains channel the Golden Age of Travel. There iss something undeniably romantic about falling asleep to the rhythmic sound of the wheels clacking over iron rails and waking up to sun streaming through the window that provides a new but equally fabulous view every morning. If money’s no object for your next vacation, these […]
Australia’s first underwater hotel is set to open on the Great Barrier Reef in the coming days, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in one of the world’s most spectacular natural environments. Situated about 40 nautical miles off Airlie Beach at Hardy Reef’s reconstructed pontoon that was badly damaged by Cyclone Debbi in 2017, the 10 […]
Regardless of class, amenities, leg room or movie selection, flights – especially the long-haul variety – have the potential to be brutal on our bodies. Being forced to sit for any length of time is tough, but being cramped in a pressurized box hurling through the atmosphere for hours on end can feel downright. Lack of patience […]
Keane will lead the team at the new Quay Perth Hotel that opened this year One of Western Australia’s newest boutique hotels, Quay Perth, has a new general manager. Tony Keane joins the hotel’s management company, Louis T Collection, this month. He steps into the role with an eye on developing the brand’s profile and […]
Australia Travel Tips: How to kick start your adventure Travelling to Australia? These tips will set you on the right track to an unforgettable experience. With its magnificent coasts, outback, islands and cities, there’s no doubt that the diversity of Australia is breathtaking. Luckily, planning a trip to this continent doesn’t have to be difficult. With the […]
Seclusion and luxury do not always come together. After all, it seems like travel is either high-rolling in big city, or cozying up by the fireplace of a log cabin in the woods. But, if you wish both there are a few beautiful places in the world where you can lounge in the lap of […]
When it comes to fabulous swimming pools, Australia has more than its fair share. Take your pick from tropical island pools fringed with palm trees to one that’s tucked into a sky-high city eyrie. There’s even a pool from which you can spot a roaming buffalo or two. Crown Metropol, Melbourne Crown Metropol, Melbourne, Victoria […]
Summertime is a special time that makes us wish it could stay forever. Whether it is a weekend getaway, Sunset on the beach, or drink by the pool, we all have favorite activities when the weather is warm and the Sun is shining. Some locations get to keep the Summertime fun going all year long. If […]
Daydream Island Resort has reopened. The premium property offers 277 rooms and suites, three restaurants, bars and event spaces. WHAT IS IT? Located in the Great Barrier Reef, Daydream Island is one of 74 islands that make up The Whitsundays and has recently undergone a AUD100m redevelopment. WHAT’S SO SPECIAL? Apart from being right on the Great […]
Top 10 Family Holidays Worldwide For parents, family travel is all about the three Ps: proximity, price and particulars. You want a place that’s easy to get to, on a budget, with something for everyone. Then, once you’ve found Nirvana (Buddhist heaven, not the band) the kids get older. They declare your perfect paradise to […]
Instead of following the crowd, plan your travel this year and in the future in order of ecological/historical importance, and visit these places. It is an easy way to categorize, but not easy to prioritize. Here we look at places in peril that can still be enjoyed now, while actually helping the cause through proper […]
African Gangs, the ones the Media and Politicians tell us don’t exist continue to wreak havoc in Melbourne and the problem is spreading across the Country. The African Gang Members are rarely arrested or prosecuted due to the deliberate blind-eye Police turn to their activities inline with the Left Wings Political Correctness and the refusal […]
The world’s best horse Winx will be on show for her Sydney fans at a special public event this Saturday, 9 February, ahead of her highly-anticipated return to racing in The Star Apollo Stakes at Royal Randwick a week later. The Australian Turf Club and Chris Waller Racing will host the breakfast event and exhibition […]
Once again the serious threat of Islamic Terrorism has been the subject of a Massive Police/Media cover up. Australia is now a victim of Politically Correct Authorities and a Left Wing Media that will not cover the truth. Australia needs to change, the major parties have failed and parties like One Nation have grown as […]
What is The All-Star Mile Love sport? Love your mates? Love to win* $250,000? ALL STAR MILE- VOTE NOW from All Star Mile on Vimeo. Then be a part of The All-Star Mile to be run for the first time at Flemington racecourse on 16 March, 2019! It’s the only race in Australia where you get […]
For most people planning a trips after the the destination is fixed,the 1st stop is checking out those flights. They not only want the most affordable airline, they want the one that has been voted the safest, most comfortable and the one that gives passengers the overall best experience. To help you make a decision […]
Top 10 best restaurants Gold Coast The Fish House, Burleigh Heads On top of the world-class dining experience offered in our ever changing seasonal menu, our location gives our clients a breathtaking view of Burleigh Beach in addition to other scenic views around Burleigh Heads and the Gold Coast. With a team of professionals led […]
10 Best Things to do on the Gold Coast during the Magic Millions Watch the sun rise above sandy beaches and the sparkling Pacific Ocean – you’ll be spoiled for choice with the 57 kilometres of coastline this city boasts. Walk along the sand with the locals, or head to Surfers Paradise for seaside fun […]
Fireworks are with us a many major events world wide, they signify excitement and celebration. Here are some of the world’s best fireworks displays going off on New Year’s Eve. Reykjavík, Iceland For Midnight Fireworks You will hardly notice the cold or the just 5 hours of daylight when you celebrate with new friends and […]
No matter how old you are, you are never too old to start traveling, and this is why. It is Liberating Life can be 1 long, mundane routine if you let it. So, break free of the things that tie you down, even if it’s only for a weekend. Go forth and do the things […]
Billy Slater Saddles Up for Magic Millions January 2019 Recently retired Rugby League superstar Billy Slater has signed as an Ambassador for the 2019 The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Carnival. Slater, a former trackwork jockey for trainer Gai Waterhouse, will play in the Celebrity v Jockeys game ahead of fellow Magic Millions Ambassadors Zara Phillips […]
Hitting the Road in the Great ‘Down Under’ Australia is blessed with bountiful nature and endless photogenic assemblies of sheer coastal cliffs, snow covered mountains, some of the world’s favorite beaches, and an extensive variety of natural landscapes. So, when traveling there take the opportunity to hit the road, and indulge in experiences of surfing […]
Take Yourself ‘Outback’ When we hear of the Australian Outback we often picture the geographical desert heart of the country and sacred sights such as Uluru and Kata Tjuta. However, the Outback is actually a term used to describe any remote region of the country’s interior and coastline. From Aboriginal sites to canyons, lakes and […]
When ‘On the Road’ Eat Well, Be Well Life’s regular schedules do not align with traveling, as the stress and upside down hours play havoc with our body. So, forget about fitting in regular workout between museum tours and activities. But, hang on, we can still eat well even when we are on the road, […]
Making the Most of Your Next Business Trip Traveling for business is always a terrific opportunity for those of us that are able to it. As, one can take great pleasure in being paid to attend meetings, meet clients and forge friendships in a new city or country and then possibly have enough time left […]
Meet Canberra, the unsung hero of the Land Down Under aka OZ. It is a far cry from the hustle and bustle of Sydney and Melbourne, but this capital city deserves a spot on your Australian itinerary. A wholly Australian city, Canberra brings together the elements that make this nation so special – fantastic natural […]
Great Coffee and Where to Drink it Around the World Really goo coffee is an essential part of culture all over the world. Below is a guide to what brews to order from Australia to Ethiopia via Turkey, Greece, Mexico and Hollywood. CAFÉ CUBANO – CUBA Also called a cafecito, a café Cubano. To make it, […]
The Everest Carnival Launches At Rosehill Gardens This Saturday Several of Australia’s most promising young horses and the ruling TAB Everest favourite are just some of the stars in action on Saturday as the Australian Turf Club’s Everest Carnival launches at Rosehill Gardens. The $200,000 Group 2 Run To The Rose and $200,000 Theo Marks […]
The Most Exclusive Private Island Resort in the World + 1 North Island is the world’s most exclusive hideaway and perhaps the best hotel too. This beautiful island has only 11 opulent hand-crafted villas overlooking the pure powder-white sands and turquoise green blue waters of the Ile Du Nord eco-reserve. Raised off the ground to […]
Magic Millions 2YOs in Training Sale Catalogue Online The catalogue for Australia’s best performing breeze up style auction, the 2018 Magic Millions Gold Coast 2YOs in Training Sale, is now online. To be held at the Gold Coast Sales Complex on October 9, the sale features 219 exciting prospects with buyers looking to secure their next […]
Australia’s Best Instagram Just casually leaping into internet fame ?? Eco-host Daniel Aceto, a crew member with @oceanrafting, described this moment as "the closest #whale breach I've ever seen in my life", and trust us; he's seen quite a few! After witnessing this gentle giant breaching in a rather dramatic fashion just 5 metres from […]
Travel Etiquette: What We All Should Know and Practice Travel is a super experience, but there is an unwritten set of rules governing the travelers behavior. From the expectations of other tourists to ingrained traditions and customs of the country or region we are visiting, and we do not want to offend. To avoid making […]
Gold Coast, Australia: A Great Place to Race Where ever you are in the World the possibility of enjoying the Sport of Kings on Australia’s Gold Coast is an attractive proposition. The Gold Coast’s star attraction of course is its beaches, including the world-renowned stretch of sand at Surfers Paradise. Beyond the beaches, discover laid-back […]
Giant Saltwater Crocodile Trapped in Australia Down Under, a giant crocodile was trapped in an upstream region popular with tourists that is thought relatively safe from the killer predators. Tuesday, wildlife rangers said that the saltwater crocodile measured 4.7 meters (15 ft), the largest they had ever caught in the northern Australian Katherine River. Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife […]
Travel Australia: Visit Cairns See the Great Barrier Reef No trip to Cairns is complete without visiting the Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral reef system. It’s made up of 3000 coral reefs, 600 continental islands and 300 coral cays. Book a day cruise with operators such as or to snorkel and dive among vivid […]
Australia Pledges Restoration of the Great Barrier Reef Australia has pledged AU$500-M to restore and protect the Great Barrier Reef in what it said would be a game-changer for the embattled natural wonder. The World Heritage-listed site, which attracts millions of tourists, is reeling from significant bouts of coral bleaching due to warming sea temperatures. […]
F1: Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Wins the Season Opener ‘Down Under’ $RACE Ferrari’s (NYSE:RACE) Sebastian Vettel took advantage of a virtual safety car to win the 2018 F1 Australian Grand Prix for his 3rd win down under. Mr. Vettel beat defending world champion Lewis Hamilton to the Chequered Flag, taking the lead after the 2 Haas cars retired bringing […]
F1: Australian GP, Hamilton on the Pole, Ferrari’s Raikkonen, Vettel 2nd & 3rd $RACE Current world champion Lewis Hamilton (MBZAMG) took the Pole position for the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne at record speed. The Mr. Hamilton posted a lap record 1 min, 21.16 secs for the Top Spot on the grid ahead of Ferrari […]
F1: MercedesAMG Urges F1 to take Ferrari’s ‘quit threat’ Seriously $RACE The Big Q: Does F1 need Ferrari more than the Maranello outfit needs F1? The Big A: It’s difficult to imagine a F1 without Ferrari. MercedesAMG’s boss Toto Wolff says F1 risks playing with fire if it does not take Ferrari’s threat to quit the […]
Magic Millions Gold Coast Raceday Saturday 13 January 2018 – Gold Coast Turf Club View the current Top 50 in Ballot order for the 2018 $2m Magic Millions 2YO Classic here (as at 30 December 2017) View the current ballot order for the 2018 $2m Gold Coast Magic Millions 3YO Guineas here (as at 27 […]
Magic Millions: Things to do on the Gold Coast If you are going to the Magic Millions here are a few things to do between the sales and the races. Selling Schedule Wed 10 January 10am – Book 1 Lots 1 to 252 Thu 11 January 10am – Book 1 Lots 253 to 504 Fri […]
Magic Millions : Pierata Should Start Favourite Exciting colt Pierata (3c Pierro x November Flight, by Flying Spur) stamped himself as the horse to beat in the $2m Magic Millions 3YO Guineas on Saturday week with a dominant win in the Group III BRC Vo Rogue Plate at Doomben on Saturday and the son of […]
Magic Millions: Best Places to Eat If you are heading to Australia’s Gold Coast this January for any of the Magic Millions festivities here are my top picks of place to head for dinner after a day at the sales or the races. Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar […]
The Group 2 $250,000 Inglis Villiers Stakes headlines a cracking pre-Christmas day of blacktype racing and free family entertainment at Royal Randwick this Saturday, 16 December. The James Cummings trained Godolphin runner Interlocuter, to be ridden by Tye Angland, is the $3.20 TAB Fixed Odds favourite in the Inglis Villiers, ahead of Chris Waller’s runner […]
Tuncurry Forster Jockey Club: Christmas Party Monday 11 Dec If you are lucky enough to be in the Tuncurry-Foster area this Monday, find your way down to the Tuncurry Forster Jockey Club for the best Christmas Party in the region. The first Monday meet to be held at the club, the Christmas party race day […]
Armed with some of the best equipment money can buy, a solid sense of adventure, a healthy dose of fearlessness, ingenuity and grit, Australia’s favorite off-roading adventurers, Jase and Simon, are ready to take on the most remote parts of the Australian outback in their popular TV series UNLEASHED. They are inviting Americans to join […]
Gold Coast Raceday Focus – Preview Saturday’s Meeting at Gold Coast Turf Club The RaceClub holds around 60 racing meetings per year. There are many highlights at the Gold Coast Racecourse including the hugely popular Magic Millions Carnival held annually in January and also the Prime Minister’s Cup and A D Hollindale Stakes, both held […]
The 2018 Inglis Classic Yearling Sale will be the biggest in the company’s history with 800 horses catalogued for the first ever auction at Riverside Stables. Progeny from 109 sires including Snitzel, I Am Invincible, Choisir, Exceed And Excel, Fastnet Rock, Written Tycoon, Hinchinbrook, Not A Single Doubt, Pierro, Savabeel, Sebring and Star Witness are […]
Magic Millions is ready to set the tone for the summer of Australian racing with full details of the spectacular 2018 Carnival unveiled today. These details include: the world’s most famous polo player Nacho Figueras, captaining the Veuve Clicquot team for Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo on Sunday, 7 January; thoroughbreds galloping along the Surfers […]
In 1895 the American author and traveller Mark Twain went to Flemington and saw the three-year-old filly Auraria win the Melbourne Cup. The victory itself was unremarkable, but Twain’s impressions of Australia’s great race were the opposite. “Nowhere in the world have I encountered a festival of people that has such a magnificent appeal to […]
G3 Bendigo Cup The Melbourne Cup hopefuls have dodged Wednesday’s Bendigo Cup as an opportunity to better their prospects with and only seven horses will head to the gates for the $300,000 Group 3. Of the seven only Qewy and Foundry remain in contention for the following Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup yet both eight-year-olds are considered […]
Travel Australia: Perth’s New Esplanade Hotel The New Esplanade Hotel, the successor to the storied old Esplanade hotel that fell to the wrecking ball in the early 1970’s, is embarking on a renovation and repositioning that will reestablish its position as a vibrant link on Perth’s Elizabeth Quay. The hotel’s new management company, Louis T […]
Thoroughbred breeding plays a vital role in Australia Thoroughbred breeding plays a vital role in the rural economy and Australian society: that was the message echoed by Federal Government ministers and senior politicians at an event in Canberra last night. Defence Minister Marise Payne and Leader of the Opposition Bill Shorten traded stories of their […]
The World’s Top 10 Livable Cities and The Least Overall, the results of a recent study indicate that Canada and Australia are the best countries for quality of life, as both countries scored 3 spots each in the Top 10 list. Absent from the ranking are cities from the US and Asia. The survey assesses […]
Top 10 Longest Flights in the World $UAL, $BA, $EADSF Gulf carriers dominate when it comes to ultra long-haul flights Qantas recently made headlines when it announced its decision to re-route its daily Sydney to London service via Singapore instead of Dubai. But the concept of a stopover could soon be abandoned altogether. The Australian carrier […]
Drinking Good Coffee Leads to Long Life Over nearly 15 years, 750,000 people from 10 countries concluded at the end a study the 3 cups of Coffee, liquid energy, a day is fine. And that Coffee may not keep you from dying, but it may impact how soon it occurs. Reuters reported, men were about […]
US Ban on Laptops in Airline Cabins Lifted The ban on laptops in the cabins of planes flying from the Middle East to the US is over, as federal officials say that large airports in the region have taken other steps to increase security. Those measures include checking electronic devices to make sure they do […]
Vivid Sydney will bathe Sydney in breathtaking colour and a dizzying array of special effects as the world’s largest festival of light, music, and ideas switches on for 23 nights from 6pm tonight, 26 May 2017. Featuring seven light precincts and more than 90 large scale light installations and projections, Vivid Sydney will run bigger, […]
