Down under is a pretty straightforward destination. There’s crocs at the top, wine at the bottom, Perth on the left, an opera house on the right and in the middle a great big rock.
Sydney may be Australia’s key city, but Melbourne has always had the reputation for being its coolest: it’s diverse and bohemian with a vibrant underground scene and cutting-edge arts and culture.
First-timers to the city seeking galleries, quirky bars and alternative shops will no doubt find their way to the famously fashionable seaside suburb of St Kilda.
For those of you who have ever fancied holidaying at a superstar’s home – now you can! Kylie Minogue’s holiday home on French Island, which is a national park south-east of Melbourne, has been sold & the new owners have turned it into a plush health spa retreat, due to open in April. Prices haven’t been set however this exclusive getaway will host up to 10 guests who will be pampered with chef prepared meals. Sadly Kylie will not be performing the after dinner entertainment.
The super affordable QANTAS Red E-Deal is back!
Great value fares to Australia
Melbourne – R8,262
Brisbane – R8,296
Sydney – R8,317
Adelaide – R8,404
Perth – R8,059
Eat out in London for under a tenner
Dining out in London doesn’t necessarily have to ‘break the bank’!
Since the economic down-turn diners in London are demanding better value & are snubbing places that charge exorbitant prices. The culinary choice in London is staggering from Afghan cuisine to Vietnamese delights – the choice is yours entirely.
A traditional deep-fried battered fish & chip meal costs about £5 from the Fish Club in Wandsworth.
Caribbean Classic! True Jamaican jerk is served at Mr Jerk just off Oxford Street where a typical meal costs £8-9.
A good old burger from Gourmet Burger Kitchen serves burgers from under £4 & have outlets throughout the capital.
Vegetarians are also well catered for. My favourite is Eat & Two Veg in Marylebone High Street, not far from Oxford Street & Bond Street – a perfect pit-stop during a shopping trip. A plate of veggies will set you back about £5.
The above is just a handful that’s on offer. It pays to do a little homework before setting off thereby avoiding the tourist traps.
London Direct – R4,800