Issue 58: Friday, 18 October 2019
Fast track to gold with Qatar
Qatar Privilege Club members residing in Australia who book a flight Business or First from Australia to any of the airline’s 160+ destinations between now and October 25 2019 for travel until 31 March 2020 will enjoy an upgrade of membership tier. For instance eligible Burgundy or Silver members will be upgraded to Gold. Details here
Free two night stopover in Abu Dhabi
International carriers based in the Middle East are currently making it very easy for passengers to stopover for a night or two for next to nothing. We have taken advantage of the Qatar Airways deal – stopping for one night in an international hotel for $50. Emirates has a free stopover Dubai deal. The latest carrier to make a two night free offer is Etihad. Conditions apply. Etihad details here
America is on sale at Air New Zealand
We travelled to Vancouver recently with Air New Zealand in premium economy and were impressed with the level of service and room. Right now the carrier has the US on sale – Los Angeles from $962 return – premium $2386. San Francisco is also available for slightly more – business class is around $4700. More details here. AuntBetty by the way is a trade name of Flight Centre. See here
Yet another cruise sale – this time Princess
I have said it many times – but it is worth repeating – cruise lines have more sales than Harvey Norman. Just how much you benefit however is debatable. The latest comes from Princess Cruises – offering up to 40% off. I can’t recommend this line because I have never sailed with them – but they are fairly major operators out of Australia these days. The deals include NZ (interior) from $1459 3rd/4th guests sail from $599. Sale ends October 24. See here
Special deal for new Vibe, Darling Harbour
The Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour has thrown open its doors and to celebrate has released a 20% Opening Special – From $239 per night. Close to one of Sydney’s top entertainment precincts, This chic hotel features 145-rooms with playful New York style design touches. There’s a heated rooftop pool, an onsite gym and The Sussex Store restaurant to allow you to relax, recharge and reconnect on your own schedule. Details here
Singapore Airlines on sale to Asia
Award winning Singapore Airlines is offering excellent deals right now to Asia with fares like Phuket from $755 and Singapore from $690. It is a great time to uncover memorable experiences from bustling street food stalls in Vietnam to picturesque tropical beaches in Thailand. Begin your journey with award-winning service, delightful cuisine and superior comforts onboard Singapore Airlines and SilkAir. The deals end on 29 October 2019. Details here
Sunlight the latest answer to jetlag
A study of passengers travelling on long haul Qantas flights has revealed the tricks travellers are using to minimise jetlag. More than 50% used ear plugs or noise cancelling headsets to help them sleep. Thirty-eight per cent drank alcohol to aid their sky slumber and 10% used sleeping tablets. The study also revealed what passengers aren’t doing – making a conscious effort to venture out into the sunshine upon arrival – a proven way to overcome jetlag.
Dreaming of a white Christmas?
From Europe to Canada, to a white Christmas of another kind in Antarctica,
Scenic’s new The Magical Wonders of Christmas 2020/2021 brochure features a wide selection holiday ideas. A favourite of mine is Christmas Markets and the Rockies, 15 days from Calgary to Victoria, departing 26 November 2020, priced from $8,705* pp twin share. Book by 31 December 2019 and save up to $1,500 per couple. Details here
Kick off some fun in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a fairly controversial destination at the moment – but I am sure there will be no problems at the social event of Asia’s year – the 2020 Rugby Sevens from April 3-5. This promises to be the usual electrifying weekend of sport, live entertainment and city-wide festivities. Cathay Pacific is offering a range of popular Sevens packages. Book your flights, three-day event ticket and more, seamlessly and instantly. See here
Silversea 21/22 voyages released
Silversea’s new 2021 & 2021/22 voyages offer guests everything from solar eclipse voyages in Antarctica to an immersive cruise to the Holy Land. The leading ultra-luxury cruise line has unveiled an unprecedented Eastern Mediterranean program including voyages to the Black Sea, the Holy Land, and Istanbul. Travellers will journey to Nazareth and Jerusalem in Israel on a voyage to the Holy Land from 16 August 2021, in addition to Cyprus, Turkey, and Greece. See the full program here
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