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Saturday, 5 October 2024

Planning can save travel angst - and save money



Travelling at the wrong time can add a whole lot of angst your day.

Pre-Christmas, school holiday and Monday mornings are all busier than usual periods at airports.

The team from the Truely Travel eSIM company says: "Understanding the details of holiday travel can save you time, money, and a lot of stress."

Their travel expert Alexandra Bowman says there are some key times when you should think carefully before booking your holiday trips.

Avoid Peak Travel Days: Timing is key for holiday travel. Book outside periods like Anzac Day and Christmas. Booking on these peak days can lead to higher costs and crowded airports. Instead, consider traveling on off-peak days like Christmas Day or the day after New Year to save money and stress.

Avoid Last-Minute Bookings: Waiting until the last minute to book is another mistake. Many travellers believe they can find great deals, but often end up paying higher prices. The Expedia 2024 Air Travel Hacks Report shows that booking 25 days in advance can save travellers an average of 33%. 

Know Your Destination’s Peak Season: Understanding the peak season for your destination is crucial. Ski resorts during the holidays usually have higher prices and larger crowds, while places like Hawaii may be cheaper if visited a few weeks before Christmas.

Book in advance: Reserving flights and accommodations months ahead can secure better rates, as can choosing off-peak days: Flying midweek usually leads to lower fares and fewer people.

Exploring less popular destinations: Visiting lesser-known places can save money and reduce crowds.
Crowded destinations can make your trip stressful, turning relaxation into a hassle. 


Image: Jerome Quek, Scop.io


Thursday, 1 August 2024

Coonawarra winemakers hit the road


It isn't that easy to get to Coonawarra, so its winemakers are bringing their wares to cities and towns across Australia. 

The 2024 Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow will be held in four capital and two provincial cities with up to 26 premium producers travelling across the land to show off some of their best drops. 

Attendees will be spoilt for choice with between 100 and 170 wines featuring on the wine lists at the various events. 

Here is the line-up: 

SYDNEY | Sydney Masonic Centre - Wednesday August 14 https://coonawarra.org/event/2024-coonawarra-in-sydney/
NOOSA | Sunshine Beach Surf Club – Friday August 16 https://coonawarra.org/event/2024-coonawarra-roadshow-noosa/
BRISBANE | The Calile Hotel - Sunday August 18 https://coonawarra.org/event/2024-coonawarra-roadshow-brisbane/
GEELONG | Novotel Geelong – Wednesday August 21 https://coonawarra.org/event/2024-coonawarra-in-geelong/
MELBOURNE | RACV City Club – Thursday August 22 https://coonawarra.org/event/2024-coonawarra-in-melbourne/
ADELAIDE | The National Wine Centre – Friday August 30 https://coonawarra.org/event/2024-coonawarra-roadshow-adelaide/

“The Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow is an enduring regional showcase, much anticipated by wine lovers around Australia," says Wynns Coonawarra Estate winemaker Sarah Pigeon. 

"It’s a great way to get a snapshot of the current wine styles across Coonawarra and meet the people behind your favourite wines, while discovering some new ones. 

“Direct connection with wine lovers is always a valuable two-way conversation that invigorates our wine community.” 


Saturday, 2 March 2024

Praise cheeses: the festival that will make you melt



It is Australia's biggest cheese festival and Mould is back in 2024 across five Australian state capitals.

Showcasing over 100 varieties of cheeses across the tour - tasters will be able to enjoy styles right across the taste spectrum: soft, semi, hard and stinky, with raw milk varieties and everything in between.

Dairy delights will be on offers kicking off in Brisbane in May before Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. 

And for wine lovers the Mould team is heading to Perth in partnership with sister event PinotPalooza.

Bad news for Tasmanians, however, as Hobart misses out this time around.

For the rest of the country, Dan Sims and his Revel team promise a "bigger, smellier, and more mature" event than ever!

The puns just keep coming with promo material saying the news is brie-lliant news for Australian fromage freaks. There will also be olives, crackers, pastes, smallgoods and more for purchase.

Tickets will be $49 + booking fee, which includes festival entry, all cheese tastings and a complimentary cooler bag for getting your cheese home at the right temperature.

See https://www.mouldcheesefestival.com/pages/festival

Here are the dates:

BRISBANE: May 24-26, John Reid Pavillion, RNA Showgrounds

ADELAIDE: June 7-8 Queens Theatre

MELBOURNE: June 28-29, Royal Exhibition Buildings

SYDNEY: July 26-28 Carriageworks

PERTH: August 9-11 Centenary Pavilion, Claremont Showgrounds