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Coronavirus | Helpful Steps For Reorganising Your Travel Bookings | Practical Travel Advice
Practical tips for reorganising travel bookings affected by Coronavirus. Tips on how to cancel or postpone for travel bookings with airlines, accommodation, tour operators and third party booking sites
3 Simple Treatments to Cure Your Travel Itch at Home!
Being stuck at home during the Coronavirus outbreak does not have to be all bad! Follow these 3 simple treatments to cure your travel itch at home - 1. Happy hour video conference calling 2. virtual tours 3. eLearning language apps
Queensland Liquor Legends Working Towards A Greater Cause With Hand Sanitiser!
Queensland liquor legends Bundaberg Rum, Beenleigh Artisan Distillery and Brisbane Distillery Company are producing hand sanitising products in their distilleries to combat the short supply of hand sanitisers needed to help fight the COVID-19 outbreak.
Coronavirus Message of Hope & Reassurance | Help Stop The Spread Of The Virus
This Coronavirus article aims to spread a message of HOPE and REASSURANCE that WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS HEALTH CRISIS TOGETHER. Staying Home Today; We can travel tomorrow! “For the first time in history, we can save the human race by sitting in front of the TV and doing nothing! Let’s not screw this up!” You can help stop the spread of the virus.
Simple & Easy Step-by-Step Tips to Disinfecting Your Airplane Space & Hotel Room
Follow these simple and easy step by step cleaning tips to disinfect your airplane space and hotel room. This cleaning guide can help keep you save and reduce your exposure to Coronavirus (COVID-19) when travelling in an airplane and staying in a hotel.
The 9 Best West Coast Australia Accommodation in 2020 | Broome to Augusta
Awesome attractions and things to do from Broome to Augusta in Western Australia. Plus the best accommodation options from luxury resorts to budget hostels along the Australia West Coast.
Best Hotels On East Coast Australia | Cairns to Melbourne
Best hotels on the East Coast of Australia. Direct flights to Australia's best destinations and stay at some beautiful oceanfront hotels on the East Coast Australia from Cairns to Melbourne.
Things To Do On The Gold Coast | Gold Coast Attractions
Wondering where to find the best things to do on the Gold Coast? Queensland's Gold Coast is the perfect beach city with a plethora of fun attractions and unique experiences. Follow this guide to the top cafes, beaches, walks and more.
5 Best Breweries on Queensland’s Gold Coast
Gold Coast is home to some of Australia's best award-winning breweries and craft beers. With 300 days of sunshine and near perfect weather on the Gold Coast, it is easy to see why this destination is so popular and ideal for drinking cold craft beers.
5 Best Alcoholic Drinks You Must Try In Australia
Planning a vacation in Australia. Here are five of Australia's best alcoholic drinks you must discover and try during your trip in Australia
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Book Your Flight
Skyscanner is my favourite airline search engine for booking both my domestic and international flights. Also check out my pro tips on how to find the best and cheapest flights in my Go Travel eBook.
Rent A Car
RentalCars.com is where you will find the right car in the right place at the right price. It’s the best car rental site for comparing prices and offers.
Book Accommodation
My go-to-online accommodation search engine is Booking.com. With over 830,000 hotels, apartments, villas, resorts, guest houses and B&Bs, you will be spoilt for choice. They offer great rates, *free cancellation, no reservation fees and best prices are guaranteed. Through the booking site you have access to customer reviews, special offers and great deals. Plus, each accommodation is shown by location and photos, so you know exactly what to expect.
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