Picture Post of the Day – Mt Maunganui Vistas

Disembarking at Manly Beach after a 25-minute harbour crossing from Circular Quay in Sydney, we were greeted by a sparkling vista of mirror flat, blue-green sea and yachts of all varieties moored close to shore as we approached the pier.…
With a three-day trip to Sydney planned, including a family party, a visit to a not-so-well friend, and a business meeting on the morning of our departure, we had no intention of sightseeing or being tourists in Sydney. But thanks…
An especially enjoyable Labour Weekend in Auckland inspired me to share my recent experience with you. Auckland offers lots of “getaway” options, and because many locals head either South or North for their long weekend break, Auckland becomes a haven…
To complete my special birthday odyssey in Malaysia, we chose Penang. Why? Penang, a tropical island off the Northwest coast of the Malaysian Peninsula, offers all the ingredients for an indulgent R&R stint—and it was my birthday, after all. My…
Ten tips to help you plan your stay. Mount Maunganui is a charming beachside town in the fifth biggest city in New Zealand. Tauranga. Sitting northeast of the CBD and joined by a harbour bridge, “The Mount,”(as locals call it),…
Of course, this ancient Hindu-Buddhist temple complex is a “must-see” – it’s a world-famous UNESCO attraction outside Siem Reap in Cambodia. But more than that, it is just plain magnificent, gob-smacking, and humbling. When planning our trip, visiting Angkor Wat…
I love travelling and sharing my travel adventures with others. Still, last year we completed a 90 day SE Asia trip with 9 flights included! Since this trip I have mused about the environmental impact our increased travel has had…
A tiny island of just*1689 people, Niue is a Polynesian island in the South Pacific and is a beautiful place to head to when you feel you need to jump off the treadmill of life “back home” Offering stunning views,…
Below is a list of 10 of some of MTR’s most loved attractions in five SE Asian cities. Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Saigon (HCMC), Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Malaysia Kuala Lumpur 1. The Petronas Twin Towers is worth a look…