The New Age Mature Traveller
Dear Readers,
Since 1984, yes we are that mature, we’ve continually moved to improve the content of our increasingly popular publication, to get you in the mood to get up and go to some of the world’s top holiday destinations. We’ll also venture to keep you up-to-date with the very latest travel information.
The move follows your overwhelming support and growing email responses that continue to keep us on our toes to get you on your way for the holiday of your dreams.
We’ve taken serious note of your comments and continue to endeavour to source the latest – and the best – in holiday and lifestyle pleasures.
Why not send an email to the editor: editor@maturetraveller.com.au - and our team of travel professionals will answer your query/queries as soon as possible.
Our recent cruising reviews have had a big impact with our readers, with almost 3000 responses in two days, after our report on the new Australian season for Royal Caribbean Cruises.
Just go to our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/TheMatureTraveller and LIKE us and activate Notifications. You’ll then receive an instant alert on the latest report we post in Mature Traveller.
Michael Osborne, Publisher and Managing Editor.
About us
Since 1984, yes we are that mature, we’ve continually moved to improve the content of our increasingly popular publication, to get you in the mood to get up and go to some of the world’s top holiday destinations. We’ll also venture to keep you up-to-date with the very latest travel information.
The move follows your overwhelming support and growing email responses that continue to keep us on our toes to get you on your way for the holiday of your dreams.
We’ve taken serious note of your comments and continue to endeavour to source the latest – and the best – in holiday and lifestyle pleasures.
Why not send an email to the editor: editor@maturetraveller.com.au - and our team of travel professionals will answer your query/queries as soon as possible.
Our recent cruising reviews have had a big impact with our readers, with almost 3000 responses in two days, after our report on the new Australian season for Royal Caribbean Cruises.
Just go to our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/TheMatureTraveller and LIKE us and activate Notifications. You’ll then receive an instant alert on the latest report we post in Mature Traveller.
Michael Osborne, Publisher and Managing Editor.
About us
NEW ‘MYSMART BARS’ NAIL THE 3PM PICK-ME-UP
Picture this; It’s 3pm. You’ve been busy for hours and your to-do list isn’t getting any shorter. The hands on the clock are ticking a lot faster than usual, and you can think of only one resolution: a junk food sugar hit.
USANA Health Sciences have rushed in to save the day (and expanding waistlines) with the newly launched MySmart Bars.
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Picture this; It’s 3pm. You’ve been busy for hours and your to-do list isn’t getting any shorter. The hands on the clock are ticking a lot faster than usual, and you can think of only one resolution: a junk food sugar hit.
USANA Health Sciences have rushed in to save the day (and expanding waistlines) with the newly launched MySmart Bars.
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The Days Are as Grass
Australian premiere of multi-award winning writer Carol Hall’s first play to be staged this October in Sydney
Jane Edwina Seymour, who has been enjoying a successful career in LA for the last few years, will return to Sydney to direct an incredible, home-grown cast in Carol Hall’s astounding 8-piece play, Days Are as Grass, as part of the 2016 Depot Theatre Season.
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Australian premiere of multi-award winning writer Carol Hall’s first play to be staged this October in Sydney
Jane Edwina Seymour, who has been enjoying a successful career in LA for the last few years, will return to Sydney to direct an incredible, home-grown cast in Carol Hall’s astounding 8-piece play, Days Are as Grass, as part of the 2016 Depot Theatre Season.
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Record Ship Numbers as Australia Sails into a Cruisey Summer
Australia will welcome an unprecedented number of cruise ships this summer, with more than 40 vessels sailing in local waters - including eight ships making their maiden visits Down Under.
Among the flotilla will be the largest ship to visit Australia – Royal Caribbean’s 167,000-tonne Ovation of the Seas – as well as the youngest and most luxurious ship ever to cruise here, the boutique Seabourn Encore, which will arrive in Australia just two weeks after it is officially named in Singapore.
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Australia will welcome an unprecedented number of cruise ships this summer, with more than 40 vessels sailing in local waters - including eight ships making their maiden visits Down Under.
Among the flotilla will be the largest ship to visit Australia – Royal Caribbean’s 167,000-tonne Ovation of the Seas – as well as the youngest and most luxurious ship ever to cruise here, the boutique Seabourn Encore, which will arrive in Australia just two weeks after it is officially named in Singapore.
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Murray Princess, Adelaide & Kangaroo Island Combo
Discover the best of South Australia with a fantastic eight, nine or twelve night cruise and land package from Captain Cook Cruises and SeaLink. Discover Adelaide on a half day sightseeing tour, cruise down the spectacular Murray River and spend two full days on Australia’s third largest Island, Kangaroo Island.
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Beat Stress and Mood Swings Naturally
Do you burst into tears for seemingly no reason, snap at those closest to you and generally feel moody, sometimes angry and just plain "out of sorts"? While stress, mood swings and low energy have become accepted symptoms of modern living for most women, there is a natural remedy that has helped thousands balance their hormones and take control of their lives.
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Do you burst into tears for seemingly no reason, snap at those closest to you and generally feel moody, sometimes angry and just plain "out of sorts"? While stress, mood swings and low energy have become accepted symptoms of modern living for most women, there is a natural remedy that has helped thousands balance their hormones and take control of their lives.
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Why Mature Travellers prefer Business Class
Airlines invest billions of dollars on new aircraft and spend just as much training staff to ensure their customers enjoy an extra special flying experience and, importantly, come back again.
While friendly service in the cabin at 38,000 feet is always a treat, I’ve found over many years of circling the globe on a variety of carriers, it’s the service you receive on the ground at check-in that usually sets the tone for a good flight. Read on ...
Airlines invest billions of dollars on new aircraft and spend just as much training staff to ensure their customers enjoy an extra special flying experience and, importantly, come back again.
While friendly service in the cabin at 38,000 feet is always a treat, I’ve found over many years of circling the globe on a variety of carriers, it’s the service you receive on the ground at check-in that usually sets the tone for a good flight. Read on ...
From an airfield to an airport city, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol – home to KLM Royal Dutch Airlines – celebrates its 100th anniversary.
On 19 September 1916 – midway during World War1 – farmers close to the old Fort Schiphol saw a tiny aircraft - a two-seater Farman aircraft belonging to the Dutch Army's Aviation Division, land on a nearby grassy field.
Little did they know they were witnessing the beginning of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which is still situated on exactly the same site where the first aircraft landed in 1916.
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On 19 September 1916 – midway during World War1 – farmers close to the old Fort Schiphol saw a tiny aircraft - a two-seater Farman aircraft belonging to the Dutch Army's Aviation Division, land on a nearby grassy field.
Little did they know they were witnessing the beginning of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, which is still situated on exactly the same site where the first aircraft landed in 1916.
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RIGON HEADWEAR—design and manufacturer of quality travel hats
Rigon Headwear started out with humble beginnings in 1974 and still remains a 100% Australian owned and family operated business. With over 50 years millinery experience, Rigon Headwear is now Australia’s leading hat company, supplying pharmacies, high end boutiques, local councils, schools, Myer stores and Cancer Council stores across Australia, as well as many distributors across the globe—in short, we know a lot about hats!
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Rigon Headwear started out with humble beginnings in 1974 and still remains a 100% Australian owned and family operated business. With over 50 years millinery experience, Rigon Headwear is now Australia’s leading hat company, supplying pharmacies, high end boutiques, local councils, schools, Myer stores and Cancer Council stores across Australia, as well as many distributors across the globe—in short, we know a lot about hats!
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New drug-free product in Australia to treat both nail fungus AND nail damage
Revolutionary nail solution is simple to use and delivers significant results as early as one month after first application.
Nail fungus affects up to one in five adults and can be a nightmare to diagnose and treat. It’s hard to tell simple nail damage from a fungal infection. A new effective but non-drug therapy provides an innovative, safe and clinically proven solution.
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Revolutionary nail solution is simple to use and delivers significant results as early as one month after first application.
Nail fungus affects up to one in five adults and can be a nightmare to diagnose and treat. It’s hard to tell simple nail damage from a fungal infection. A new effective but non-drug therapy provides an innovative, safe and clinically proven solution.
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Age with health, not just grace, with IsoWhey® Advanced 55+
Maintaining health and wellbeing at every age has been made easier with the arrival of IsoWhey Clinical Nutrition Advanced 55+ from leading healthy lifestyle company IsoWhey . A product specifically formulated to support healthy ageing and maintain an active lifestyle, Advanced 55+ features a range of beneficial ingredients to provide nutritional support for people aged 55 and over, including 23 vitamins and minerals.
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Maintaining health and wellbeing at every age has been made easier with the arrival of IsoWhey Clinical Nutrition Advanced 55+ from leading healthy lifestyle company IsoWhey . A product specifically formulated to support healthy ageing and maintain an active lifestyle, Advanced 55+ features a range of beneficial ingredients to provide nutritional support for people aged 55 and over, including 23 vitamins and minerals.
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Finding your own Oasis in Doha
Doha, the capital city of oil-rich Qatar, currently doesn’t exist on the international tourism map.
However travel gurus anticipate things to change soon. Two key reasons contribute to their belief. Firstly Qatar being the host nation of 2022 World Cup Football, expect to draw lots of visitors to Doha in the coming years. Secondly Doha as hub of Qatar Airways, which is one of the world’s leading airline, experiencing increased number of passengers passing through its Hamad International Airport
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Doha, the capital city of oil-rich Qatar, currently doesn’t exist on the international tourism map.
However travel gurus anticipate things to change soon. Two key reasons contribute to their belief. Firstly Qatar being the host nation of 2022 World Cup Football, expect to draw lots of visitors to Doha in the coming years. Secondly Doha as hub of Qatar Airways, which is one of the world’s leading airline, experiencing increased number of passengers passing through its Hamad International Airport
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See Antarctica on Silver Explorer in 2017
Discover the ice-covered wonderland continent of Antarctica, on a 10-day voyage aboard Silver Explorer. Departing Ushuaia, Argentina, on 26 February 2017, Silver Explorer journeys toward the Antarctic Peninsula, where guests will marvel at the incredible array of wildlife against the stunning backdrop of spectacular iceberg sculptures and calving glaciers.
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Discover the ice-covered wonderland continent of Antarctica, on a 10-day voyage aboard Silver Explorer. Departing Ushuaia, Argentina, on 26 February 2017, Silver Explorer journeys toward the Antarctic Peninsula, where guests will marvel at the incredible array of wildlife against the stunning backdrop of spectacular iceberg sculptures and calving glaciers.
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“I am the greatest. I said that even before I knew I was.”
- Muhammad Ali (1942–2016)
Ali The Greatest Trivia, Facts and Quotes
The life of Muhammad Ali—born Cassius Marcellus Clay in Louisville, Kentucky, in 1942—was one full of contradictions. Born of humble origins to a poor black family in the segregated ‘Deep South’ of America, Ali rose to become the greatest sportsperson of the 20th century and to be loved and admired around the world.
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- Muhammad Ali (1942–2016)
Ali The Greatest Trivia, Facts and Quotes
The life of Muhammad Ali—born Cassius Marcellus Clay in Louisville, Kentucky, in 1942—was one full of contradictions. Born of humble origins to a poor black family in the segregated ‘Deep South’ of America, Ali rose to become the greatest sportsperson of the 20th century and to be loved and admired around the world.
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Princess Cruises Offers the World for Christmas
For those who want the world for Christmas, Princess Cruises’ fleet of 17 ships is offering festive season cruises right around the globe with Christmas Day calls from Ko Samui to Komodo Island.
Australians can enjoy an exotic Christmas without the need for flights with four ships – Golden Princess, Sea Princess, Dawn Princess and Sun Princess – offering roundtrip itineraries from Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Fremantle to New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the South Pacific and Indonesia.
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For those who want the world for Christmas, Princess Cruises’ fleet of 17 ships is offering festive season cruises right around the globe with Christmas Day calls from Ko Samui to Komodo Island.
Australians can enjoy an exotic Christmas without the need for flights with four ships – Golden Princess, Sea Princess, Dawn Princess and Sun Princess – offering roundtrip itineraries from Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Fremantle to New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the South Pacific and Indonesia.
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Sri Lanka – The Wonder of Asia
*Part one of a series on the wonders of visiting Sri Lanka.
A tiny country with a huge history.
Following from an official invitation from the United Nations World Tourism Organisation to represent Australian travel media at their special conference; Tourism: A Catalyst for Development, Peace and Reconciliation in Passikudah, Sri Lanka, Mature Traveller made our first trip to a country once known as Ceylon. Read on ...
*Part one of a series on the wonders of visiting Sri Lanka.
A tiny country with a huge history.
Following from an official invitation from the United Nations World Tourism Organisation to represent Australian travel media at their special conference; Tourism: A Catalyst for Development, Peace and Reconciliation in Passikudah, Sri Lanka, Mature Traveller made our first trip to a country once known as Ceylon. Read on ...
HEAD FIRST ACROBATS TO HIT THE SYDNEY FRINGE FESTIVAL AND TURN CIRCUS HILARIOUSLY ON ITS HEAD
This September, Sydney-siders will get the chance to catch a totally unique show. A show that has been enjoying sold out seasons and rave reviews all around the world. For just 5 nights during the Sydney Fringe Festival, Aussie physical theatre troupe, Head First Acrobats will bring their multi award-winning show Elixir to the Seymour Centre.
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This September, Sydney-siders will get the chance to catch a totally unique show. A show that has been enjoying sold out seasons and rave reviews all around the world. For just 5 nights during the Sydney Fringe Festival, Aussie physical theatre troupe, Head First Acrobats will bring their multi award-winning show Elixir to the Seymour Centre.
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New Cruise Liner for Australian Waters
Emerald Princess puts Barry Matheson in the mood for more.
Aussies don't have to go afar these days to catch a cruise ship, many of the major lines are bringing their vessels to our shores that offer luxury amenities, exotic destinations and cuisine that is good, if not better than you find in restaurants at home.
Princess Cruises will station its 19-deck high, 3,000 passenger Emerald Princess here from November 15
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Emerald Princess puts Barry Matheson in the mood for more.
Aussies don't have to go afar these days to catch a cruise ship, many of the major lines are bringing their vessels to our shores that offer luxury amenities, exotic destinations and cuisine that is good, if not better than you find in restaurants at home.
Princess Cruises will station its 19-deck high, 3,000 passenger Emerald Princess here from November 15
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Harvest - 180 RECIPES THROUGH THE SEASONS
Illustrations by Emilie Guelpa
Celebrate nature’s bounty with Harvest, a sumptuous compendium of 180 recipes throughout the seasons. Accompanied by stunning photographs and evocative watercolour illustrations by Emilie Guelpa, the recipes are simple yet sophisticated.
Divided into four sections, Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring, the recipes will feature ingredients that are in season, so you can rest assured that you are eating the freshest, locally most nutrient-rich and locally sourced foods.
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Illustrations by Emilie Guelpa
Celebrate nature’s bounty with Harvest, a sumptuous compendium of 180 recipes throughout the seasons. Accompanied by stunning photographs and evocative watercolour illustrations by Emilie Guelpa, the recipes are simple yet sophisticated.
Divided into four sections, Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring, the recipes will feature ingredients that are in season, so you can rest assured that you are eating the freshest, locally most nutrient-rich and locally sourced foods.
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EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF MATCHA IN PUKKA’S NEW GREEN TEA RANGE
Pukka adds to its organic green tea collection with four incredible new blends
Everyone knows about eating their greens, but there’s another lesser-known green that gives common ‘superfoods’ a run for their money – and is just as easy to get a hold of thanks to Pukka. Continuing to break new ground in herbal tea, Pukka is proud to introduce four incredible new green teas to its collection, three of which have been supercharged with matcha powder – known to contain 100 times the antioxidants of regular green tea or spinach. Read on ...
Pukka adds to its organic green tea collection with four incredible new blends
Everyone knows about eating their greens, but there’s another lesser-known green that gives common ‘superfoods’ a run for their money – and is just as easy to get a hold of thanks to Pukka. Continuing to break new ground in herbal tea, Pukka is proud to introduce four incredible new green teas to its collection, three of which have been supercharged with matcha powder – known to contain 100 times the antioxidants of regular green tea or spinach. Read on ...
New and improved ultimate driving accessory unveiled
Mature Traveller was recently invited to a field day with Navman, where we experienced the latest developments in GPS and Dashcam technology.
After looking at the new and improved range, we suggest that this one might be the best for our readers.
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Mature Traveller was recently invited to a field day with Navman, where we experienced the latest developments in GPS and Dashcam technology.
After looking at the new and improved range, we suggest that this one might be the best for our readers.
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The Test of the Century
By Barry Nicholls
The Centenary Test of 1977 was a defining event in cricket history. Taking placed at the MCG between the old foes, Australia and England it commemorated the very first Test match, played between the two teams in 1877.
The Centenary Test means many things to many people. It was a celebration of Test cricket; a game played over five grueling days that used every last physical and emotional resource of the players, played until the final hours of the final session. One hundred years of these encounters between the traditional rivals, Australia and England, was to be marked by one Test match in March 1977.
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By Barry Nicholls
The Centenary Test of 1977 was a defining event in cricket history. Taking placed at the MCG between the old foes, Australia and England it commemorated the very first Test match, played between the two teams in 1877.
The Centenary Test means many things to many people. It was a celebration of Test cricket; a game played over five grueling days that used every last physical and emotional resource of the players, played until the final hours of the final session. One hundred years of these encounters between the traditional rivals, Australia and England, was to be marked by one Test match in March 1977.
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False Flags
Discover the vivid, freshly-told story of how Nazi ‘pirates’ brought WWII to our doorstep — attacking our harbours and sinking unsuspecting merchant ships, while masquerading as harmless freighters.
Many Australians think of WWII as a conflict fought on foreign soil, and in remote oceans. False Flags turns that assumption on its head, telling the spine-chilling story of how disguised German raiders brought the war right to our doorstep. From Fremantle to Hobart, and from Newcastle to Apollo Bay, these pirate raiders, went to extraordinary lengths to conceal their true colours.
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Discover the vivid, freshly-told story of how Nazi ‘pirates’ brought WWII to our doorstep — attacking our harbours and sinking unsuspecting merchant ships, while masquerading as harmless freighters.
Many Australians think of WWII as a conflict fought on foreign soil, and in remote oceans. False Flags turns that assumption on its head, telling the spine-chilling story of how disguised German raiders brought the war right to our doorstep. From Fremantle to Hobart, and from Newcastle to Apollo Bay, these pirate raiders, went to extraordinary lengths to conceal their true colours.
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Woof
A Book of Happiness for Dog Lovers
Dogs have a way of making our lives feel complete. They’re there for us through good times and bad, with their wholehearted engagement in life a lesson to us all on living in the moment.
Woof: A book of happiness for dog lovers is a compendium of delightful quotes that capture the essence of our affection for these wonderful animals. Some are by famous people.
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A Book of Happiness for Dog Lovers
Dogs have a way of making our lives feel complete. They’re there for us through good times and bad, with their wholehearted engagement in life a lesson to us all on living in the moment.
Woof: A book of happiness for dog lovers is a compendium of delightful quotes that capture the essence of our affection for these wonderful animals. Some are by famous people.
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Why Air France Keeps Winning Awards
It's been a major project at an enormous cost, but Air France says its new revamped business class product on its 44 Boeing 777 aircraft has been a top passenger drawcard on Asian routes, particularly on the daily Singapore-Paris Charles de Gaulle service.
And the airline says the stand-out feature is the 'cocoon in the sky' seat, which is claimed to provide comfort, space and privacy.
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It's been a major project at an enormous cost, but Air France says its new revamped business class product on its 44 Boeing 777 aircraft has been a top passenger drawcard on Asian routes, particularly on the daily Singapore-Paris Charles de Gaulle service.
And the airline says the stand-out feature is the 'cocoon in the sky' seat, which is claimed to provide comfort, space and privacy.
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Low-carb living the key to lifelong wellbeing
Renowned among dieters for working weight-loss wonders, the benefits of low-carb diets go way beyond whittling your waistline to improving overall metabolic health and helping your body to perform at its peak.
To help you boost your overall wellbeing – including the way your body looks and feels – Ms Colette Heimowitz, VP of Education and Nutrition at Atkins Nutritionals has the lowdown on the many advantages of living low-carb:
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Renowned among dieters for working weight-loss wonders, the benefits of low-carb diets go way beyond whittling your waistline to improving overall metabolic health and helping your body to perform at its peak.
To help you boost your overall wellbeing – including the way your body looks and feels – Ms Colette Heimowitz, VP of Education and Nutrition at Atkins Nutritionals has the lowdown on the many advantages of living low-carb:
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TEXAN BBQ
By Robert Louis Murphy
In 2015 Robert, and his daughter Lynzey, stole the spotlight on the hit TV series, My Kitchen Rules. The show gave him the opportunity to share his love of Texan cooking with a wider audience.
In this beautifully illustrated book, Robert ‘Texas’ Murphy will share with you authentic Texas-style barbecue recipes, some of which have been handed down from his cattle-ranching ancestors.
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By Robert Louis Murphy
In 2015 Robert, and his daughter Lynzey, stole the spotlight on the hit TV series, My Kitchen Rules. The show gave him the opportunity to share his love of Texan cooking with a wider audience.
In this beautifully illustrated book, Robert ‘Texas’ Murphy will share with you authentic Texas-style barbecue recipes, some of which have been handed down from his cattle-ranching ancestors.
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LG STYLUS DAB+
THE WORLD’S FIRST SMARTPHONE TO SUPPORT DIGITAL RADIO – COMES TO AUSTRALIA
Listen to your favourite Aussie digital radio stations without using data
LG Electronics Australia (LG) announced the launch of its new LG Stylus DAB+ device, the world’s first smartphone with built-in DAB+ broadcast digital radio.
Unlike music streaming and other apps that can use hefty amounts of data, the LG Stylus DAB+ lets users listen to digital quality radio broadcasts for free through a tuner in the smartphone.* Not only will this provide quality digital broadcast, but it also allows the user to access broadcasts pictures and text information on the screen.
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THE WORLD’S FIRST SMARTPHONE TO SUPPORT DIGITAL RADIO – COMES TO AUSTRALIA
Listen to your favourite Aussie digital radio stations without using data
LG Electronics Australia (LG) announced the launch of its new LG Stylus DAB+ device, the world’s first smartphone with built-in DAB+ broadcast digital radio.
Unlike music streaming and other apps that can use hefty amounts of data, the LG Stylus DAB+ lets users listen to digital quality radio broadcasts for free through a tuner in the smartphone.* Not only will this provide quality digital broadcast, but it also allows the user to access broadcasts pictures and text information on the screen.
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Princess Cruises Hosts Sequel to Travelling Film Festival
Princess Cruises is set to shine the spotlight on Australian cinema during its second Travelling Film Festival at Sea on Dawn Princess in November.
Cinema buffs will be able to enjoy a selection of special film screenings curated by Sydney Film Festival Director Nashen Moodley, during the ship’s five-night roundtrip cruise from Sydney to Tasmania.
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Princess Cruises is set to shine the spotlight on Australian cinema during its second Travelling Film Festival at Sea on Dawn Princess in November.
Cinema buffs will be able to enjoy a selection of special film screenings curated by Sydney Film Festival Director Nashen Moodley, during the ship’s five-night roundtrip cruise from Sydney to Tasmania.
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How to Build Your Immunity All Year Round
When we think of boosting immunity, it is usually in the lead up to cold and flu season and winter. The trouble is, it can often be too late by then. The better approach to take is to aim to keep our immune system strong throughout the year so that we’re not as vulnerable to illness when the seasons change.
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When we think of boosting immunity, it is usually in the lead up to cold and flu season and winter. The trouble is, it can often be too late by then. The better approach to take is to aim to keep our immune system strong throughout the year so that we’re not as vulnerable to illness when the seasons change.
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Our Guest Writer is Robyn Buckley from Sydney
A Wonderful Experience – Dawn Princess
I hope all the readers of the Mature Traveller enjoy all the articles as much as I do, very informative. Early February this year, my partner and myself went on the Dawn Princess for a 14 night cruise to Fiji and South Pacific, wonderful destinations, the weather was good,
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A Wonderful Experience – Dawn Princess
I hope all the readers of the Mature Traveller enjoy all the articles as much as I do, very informative. Early February this year, my partner and myself went on the Dawn Princess for a 14 night cruise to Fiji and South Pacific, wonderful destinations, the weather was good,
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DITCH THE DULL FOR DAD THIS FATHER’S DAY…OR CHRISTMAS!
Could PowerAll be the perfect gift for Dad? (or any motorist?) ***
Struggling for a gift for dad this Father’s Day? Planning ahead for Christmas? Bored of giving the same old socks and ties? Looking for a new way to say ‘thanks’ to Dad?
Look no further, PowerAll is the perfect gift for Dad – an all-in-one portable 12v battery jump starter, powerbank and LED flashlight.
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Could PowerAll be the perfect gift for Dad? (or any motorist?) ***
Struggling for a gift for dad this Father’s Day? Planning ahead for Christmas? Bored of giving the same old socks and ties? Looking for a new way to say ‘thanks’ to Dad?
Look no further, PowerAll is the perfect gift for Dad – an all-in-one portable 12v battery jump starter, powerbank and LED flashlight.
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Scoot does it again!
Scoot Spreads Its Wings to Europe!
Asia Pacific’s Best Low Cost Airline will fly the spacious 787 Dreamliner on its longest non-stop flight from Singapore to Athens– transforming the guest experience in low-cost, long-haul travel
Get your Greek on and prepare to get outta’ here for a value-packed dream vacation as Scoot gears up to launch its first destination in Europe – Athens, the picture-perfect capital city of Greece!
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Scoot Spreads Its Wings to Europe!
Asia Pacific’s Best Low Cost Airline will fly the spacious 787 Dreamliner on its longest non-stop flight from Singapore to Athens– transforming the guest experience in low-cost, long-haul travel
Get your Greek on and prepare to get outta’ here for a value-packed dream vacation as Scoot gears up to launch its first destination in Europe – Athens, the picture-perfect capital city of Greece!
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Enjoy Majorca with two spectacular hotels
For years, Palma de Mallorca has been the busiest island airport in Europe – and, as features editor, John Newton, found out, the tourism growth on Spain's Balearic island hot spot – has now topped 12 million a year - and has led to a phenomenal growth of quality hotels and fincas, with Palma's property portfolio comprising more than 6700 hotel beds of which 74 per cent are located in four or five-star properties.
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For years, Palma de Mallorca has been the busiest island airport in Europe – and, as features editor, John Newton, found out, the tourism growth on Spain's Balearic island hot spot – has now topped 12 million a year - and has led to a phenomenal growth of quality hotels and fincas, with Palma's property portfolio comprising more than 6700 hotel beds of which 74 per cent are located in four or five-star properties.
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New and exciting accommodation choices in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur
Burgeoning hotel operator - Far East Hospitality (FEH) – has not only spread its wings to Malaysia but it's added another new property to its growing portfolio in Singapore.
The recently-opened FEH flagship - Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore - nestles in the heart of the city's CBD - just minutes away from Tanjong Pagar train station – and stands out from the urban jungle with its red facade and lush vertical garden.
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Burgeoning hotel operator - Far East Hospitality (FEH) – has not only spread its wings to Malaysia but it's added another new property to its growing portfolio in Singapore.
The recently-opened FEH flagship - Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore - nestles in the heart of the city's CBD - just minutes away from Tanjong Pagar train station – and stands out from the urban jungle with its red facade and lush vertical garden.
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Floriade - Blooming excited to celebrate spring
Australia’s premier spring festival returns for its biggest year yet
As Floriade, Australia’s premier celebration of spring, returns from 17th September to 16th October, over one million flowers are set to bloom in Canberra’s Commonwealth Park for the event’s biggest year yet.
Developed in 1988 as one off floral tribute to mark Australia’s Bicentenary and Canberra’s 75th anniversary, Floriade is now an iconic event in the ACT calendar.
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Australia’s premier spring festival returns for its biggest year yet
As Floriade, Australia’s premier celebration of spring, returns from 17th September to 16th October, over one million flowers are set to bloom in Canberra’s Commonwealth Park for the event’s biggest year yet.
Developed in 1988 as one off floral tribute to mark Australia’s Bicentenary and Canberra’s 75th anniversary, Floriade is now an iconic event in the ACT calendar.
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We Will Rock You, a visual and aural assault on the senses
Everyone is going Ga Ga over We Will Rock You, the worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton. Easy to understand why.
The awe-inspiring production features stunning costumes, sets and lighting, and 24 of Queen's legendary hits including We are the Champions, Radio Ga Ga, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Somebody to Love, Killer Queen, Under Pressure, Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites The Dust, and of course, We Will Rock You.
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Everyone is going Ga Ga over We Will Rock You, the worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton. Easy to understand why.
The awe-inspiring production features stunning costumes, sets and lighting, and 24 of Queen's legendary hits including We are the Champions, Radio Ga Ga, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Somebody to Love, Killer Queen, Under Pressure, Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites The Dust, and of course, We Will Rock You.
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What is Fatigue?
Feeling overtired and overworked is an unfortunate side effect of a busy and active lifestyle for those on the go. These occasions of tiredness usually have a clearly identifiable cause, and is usually quickly and easy rectified by making adjustments to your lifestyle.
But what happens when you start feeling tired and run down over an extended period of time?
Unrelenting feelings of exhaustion that aren’t relieved by rest is medically known as fatigue, and can have an impact on your emotional, psychological and physical wellbeing.
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Feeling overtired and overworked is an unfortunate side effect of a busy and active lifestyle for those on the go. These occasions of tiredness usually have a clearly identifiable cause, and is usually quickly and easy rectified by making adjustments to your lifestyle.
But what happens when you start feeling tired and run down over an extended period of time?
Unrelenting feelings of exhaustion that aren’t relieved by rest is medically known as fatigue, and can have an impact on your emotional, psychological and physical wellbeing.
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Ottawow – Canada's exciting capital
Limber up for a roller-coaster visit to Ottawa
story by Roderick Eime with additional text by Ottawa Tourism.
One of the first things told to me by a local is that Ottawa is the city fun forgot. Well, I don't know where they got that idea from because now, on my second visit to the capital, I've found it a most welcoming and vibrant city, with plenty of fun things to do.
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Limber up for a roller-coaster visit to Ottawa
story by Roderick Eime with additional text by Ottawa Tourism.
One of the first things told to me by a local is that Ottawa is the city fun forgot. Well, I don't know where they got that idea from because now, on my second visit to the capital, I've found it a most welcoming and vibrant city, with plenty of fun things to do.
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New high-tech tourism attraction opens in Darwin
The Bombing of Darwin Harbour has been brought to life by a new multi-million dollar tourism attraction which opened at Stokes Hill Wharf.
Tourism NT CEO, Tony Mayell, said the new facility uses cutting edge technology to provide never-before-seen virtual reality and holographic experiences of the Bombing of Darwin Harbour.
“There is no doubt this fantastic new tourism attraction is world-class; some of the technology is so advanced it’s the first time it’s ever been used,” Mr Mayell said.
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The Bombing of Darwin Harbour has been brought to life by a new multi-million dollar tourism attraction which opened at Stokes Hill Wharf.
Tourism NT CEO, Tony Mayell, said the new facility uses cutting edge technology to provide never-before-seen virtual reality and holographic experiences of the Bombing of Darwin Harbour.
“There is no doubt this fantastic new tourism attraction is world-class; some of the technology is so advanced it’s the first time it’s ever been used,” Mr Mayell said.
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Canberra and Big Boys’ Toys
THE ULTIMATE BIG BOYS’ PLAYGROUND, BIG BOYS TOYS EXPO, RETURNS TO CANBERRA BIGGER AND BETTER –
Canberra’s Big Boys Toys Expo is back for 2016. It will be held this year on 20-21 August at Exhibition Park in Canberra, and tickets are on sale now.
“Big Boys Toys is back and this year’s event is even bigger and better, with many new experiences and over 60 exhibitors on offer,” said Expo Director, Steve Rohan-Jones.
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THE ULTIMATE BIG BOYS’ PLAYGROUND, BIG BOYS TOYS EXPO, RETURNS TO CANBERRA BIGGER AND BETTER –
Canberra’s Big Boys Toys Expo is back for 2016. It will be held this year on 20-21 August at Exhibition Park in Canberra, and tickets are on sale now.
“Big Boys Toys is back and this year’s event is even bigger and better, with many new experiences and over 60 exhibitors on offer,” said Expo Director, Steve Rohan-Jones.
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Stoking the winter wanderlust
When falling leaves drift by the window, birds tweet about migration, and summer cottons give way to warm woollies, it’s time says Helen Flanagan for an escape to the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Delicious winter. The verdant Blackall Range, is dotted with country estates boasting orchards of juicy fruit ripe for picking, occasional roadside stalls brim with bunches and boxes of fresh produce beside an obligatory honesty box, and farmers on small holdings who cultivate anything from Asian herbs, raspberries and pomelos or nurture snails, quails, pheasants and milk- producing buffalos, cattle and camels. ... Read on ...
When falling leaves drift by the window, birds tweet about migration, and summer cottons give way to warm woollies, it’s time says Helen Flanagan for an escape to the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Delicious winter. The verdant Blackall Range, is dotted with country estates boasting orchards of juicy fruit ripe for picking, occasional roadside stalls brim with bunches and boxes of fresh produce beside an obligatory honesty box, and farmers on small holdings who cultivate anything from Asian herbs, raspberries and pomelos or nurture snails, quails, pheasants and milk- producing buffalos, cattle and camels. ... Read on ...
1000 Butterflies
By Adrian Hoskins
This wonderfully illustrated book is essentially a photographic guide to the butterflies of the world. It will cover 1,000 species from every corner of the globe, encompassing all key families and species, including the likes of monarchs, birdwings, swordtails, morphos, glasswings, and so on.
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By Adrian Hoskins
This wonderfully illustrated book is essentially a photographic guide to the butterflies of the world. It will cover 1,000 species from every corner of the globe, encompassing all key families and species, including the likes of monarchs, birdwings, swordtails, morphos, glasswings, and so on.
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Where Are Our Boys?
New Australian history book ‘Where Are Our Boys?’ shows how news maps won the Great War –
Have you ever wondered how Australians followed the progress of WW1? The outbreak of war coincided with new technology that made geographical images available on a mass scale, introducing the news map into wide circulation across newspapers and providing readers with daily war updates. However, the printed war was often very different from reality, as war censorship rules dictated what could be published.
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New Australian history book ‘Where Are Our Boys?’ shows how news maps won the Great War –
Have you ever wondered how Australians followed the progress of WW1? The outbreak of war coincided with new technology that made geographical images available on a mass scale, introducing the news map into wide circulation across newspapers and providing readers with daily war updates. However, the printed war was often very different from reality, as war censorship rules dictated what could be published.
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FURTHER CAST MEMBERS ANNOUNCED FOR DREAM LOVER
Producer John Frost has announced the three actors who will play the young Bobby Darin in in the World Premiere production of Dream Lover - The Bobby Darin Musical, which plays at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 22 September for a strictly limited season. The three boys who will alternate in the role of young Bobby Darin are Kyle Banfield (11 years old, from Gladesville), Nicholas Cradock (11, from Wahroonga) and Brendan Godwin (12, from The Ponds).
Also joining the cast in ensemble and swing roles will be Xander Ellis, Matt Hamilton, Andrew Kroenert, Jessica Lindon, Tim Maddren, Phoebe Panaretos, Natasha Paramor, Joshua Robson, Michelle Smitheram, Suzanne Steele, Ellen Sutton, Riley Sutton, Jack Van Staveren and Jayde Westaby. Read on ...
Producer John Frost has announced the three actors who will play the young Bobby Darin in in the World Premiere production of Dream Lover - The Bobby Darin Musical, which plays at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 22 September for a strictly limited season. The three boys who will alternate in the role of young Bobby Darin are Kyle Banfield (11 years old, from Gladesville), Nicholas Cradock (11, from Wahroonga) and Brendan Godwin (12, from The Ponds).
Also joining the cast in ensemble and swing roles will be Xander Ellis, Matt Hamilton, Andrew Kroenert, Jessica Lindon, Tim Maddren, Phoebe Panaretos, Natasha Paramor, Joshua Robson, Michelle Smitheram, Suzanne Steele, Ellen Sutton, Riley Sutton, Jack Van Staveren and Jayde Westaby. Read on ...
THE ROCK AND LAUGHTER SHOW
In Aid of the Gut Foundation **** For research into Gut related illness and Diseases
The show was created to honour Dig Richards, a rock and roll singer who died of bowel cancer in 1983 at only 43-years-old.
Funds raised on the night go to the foundation, to help in the treatment and prevention of conditions such as Coeliac Disease, inflammatory bowel disease and bowel cancer, among others.
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In Aid of the Gut Foundation **** For research into Gut related illness and Diseases
The show was created to honour Dig Richards, a rock and roll singer who died of bowel cancer in 1983 at only 43-years-old.
Funds raised on the night go to the foundation, to help in the treatment and prevention of conditions such as Coeliac Disease, inflammatory bowel disease and bowel cancer, among others.
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CRUISING THE PRINCESS WAY
Features Editor Dallas Sherringham reports
A Princess Cruise allows mature Australian travellers to experience luxury cruising at a reasonable cost in familiar surroundings.
The cruise ships are comfortable, friendly, laid back, larger resort style vessels.
They are not “showy”, instead concentrating on creating an ambience that Australians flock to in ever increasing numbers.
I have undertaken Princess cruises in a variety of destinations around the world and always return home refreshed and looking forward to the next one.
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Features Editor Dallas Sherringham reports
A Princess Cruise allows mature Australian travellers to experience luxury cruising at a reasonable cost in familiar surroundings.
The cruise ships are comfortable, friendly, laid back, larger resort style vessels.
They are not “showy”, instead concentrating on creating an ambience that Australians flock to in ever increasing numbers.
I have undertaken Princess cruises in a variety of destinations around the world and always return home refreshed and looking forward to the next one.
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Ford Australia
By M.D. Cook & D.M. Wallace
Ford Australia is a fascinating, visual look into the history of the cars that were built and sold in Australia, along with the people who helped build them. Ford Australia chronicles the company from its early days in Geelong in 1925 through to its present-day status as an Australian icon.
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By M.D. Cook & D.M. Wallace
Ford Australia is a fascinating, visual look into the history of the cars that were built and sold in Australia, along with the people who helped build them. Ford Australia chronicles the company from its early days in Geelong in 1925 through to its present-day status as an Australian icon.
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NutriBullet and ideal Father's Day Gift
NutriBullet continues to create the right blend
Launching into the Australian market in March 2012, premiere health and wellness brand NutriBullet completely changed the way we consumed food. With the revolutionary development of Nutrition Extraction, the NutriBullet team made eating healthy easier for those who live an active lifestyle, are health conscious or time poor.
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NutriBullet continues to create the right blend
Launching into the Australian market in March 2012, premiere health and wellness brand NutriBullet completely changed the way we consumed food. With the revolutionary development of Nutrition Extraction, the NutriBullet team made eating healthy easier for those who live an active lifestyle, are health conscious or time poor.
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No ‘Bahts’ about it, Scoot to Tokyo now!
Asia/Pacific’s Best Low Cost Airline1 inaugurates daily Singapore-Bangkok-Tokyo services
Singapore – Scoot has launched its inaugural Singapore-Bangkok-Tokyo service, with TZ292 departing Singapore l for Bangkok then Tokyo, linking three exciting and iconic Asian cities.
Scoot’s Chief Commercial Officer Mr Leslie Thng said: “Scoot is excited to expand our presence in Japan.
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Asia/Pacific’s Best Low Cost Airline1 inaugurates daily Singapore-Bangkok-Tokyo services
Singapore – Scoot has launched its inaugural Singapore-Bangkok-Tokyo service, with TZ292 departing Singapore l for Bangkok then Tokyo, linking three exciting and iconic Asian cities.
Scoot’s Chief Commercial Officer Mr Leslie Thng said: “Scoot is excited to expand our presence in Japan.
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P&O Unveils Exciting New Features on Pacific Explorer
P&O Cruises will take holidaymakers on a voyage of discovery on its latest ship, Pacific Explorer, which will debut next year with exciting new features including two spectacular waterslides, a chilled barefoot bowls green and an elegant supper club for evening entertainment.
With Pacific Explorer’s inaugural cruise from Sydney now less than one year away, P&O has unveiled details of the ship’s multi-million dollar refurbishment.
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P&O Cruises will take holidaymakers on a voyage of discovery on its latest ship, Pacific Explorer, which will debut next year with exciting new features including two spectacular waterslides, a chilled barefoot bowls green and an elegant supper club for evening entertainment.
With Pacific Explorer’s inaugural cruise from Sydney now less than one year away, P&O has unveiled details of the ship’s multi-million dollar refurbishment.
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Canberra Truffle Hunt Weekend and Truffle Dinners
Indulge in the Capital's truffle season at Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport and Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Two of Canberra's most sophisticated new hotels will celebrate the Capital's annual Truffle Festival over the winter months with truffle dinners and a weekend package that includes a truffle hunt on a working farm.
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Indulge in the Capital's truffle season at Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport and Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Two of Canberra's most sophisticated new hotels will celebrate the Capital's annual Truffle Festival over the winter months with truffle dinners and a weekend package that includes a truffle hunt on a working farm.
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British Airways Warms Up Sydney
Jessie J is plane amazing as she performs live show on board British Airways jet to mark the arrival of summer back home. Sydney Airport, 30 June: Australia might be experiencing some of the coldest weather for 20 years but singer Jessie J raised the temperature up today at Sydney Airport with a summer party-themed gig aboard a British Airways aircraft.
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Jessie J is plane amazing as she performs live show on board British Airways jet to mark the arrival of summer back home. Sydney Airport, 30 June: Australia might be experiencing some of the coldest weather for 20 years but singer Jessie J raised the temperature up today at Sydney Airport with a summer party-themed gig aboard a British Airways aircraft.
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Norwegian Cruise Line launches new Australian website
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has celebrated the launch of its new Australian website, which has been transitioned to the brand’s new global platform.
The easy-to-navigate site has been tailored for Australian audiences – displaying all fares in Australian dollars – and is designed to deliver an enhanced user experience and centralise global product.
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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has celebrated the launch of its new Australian website, which has been transitioned to the brand’s new global platform.
The easy-to-navigate site has been tailored for Australian audiences – displaying all fares in Australian dollars – and is designed to deliver an enhanced user experience and centralise global product.
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Travel Sickness can spoil your day.
Travelling around the world – for business or pleasure – is now easier than ever. But whether your journey is by air, road, rail or sea it can be a miserable experience if you suffer from travel sickness.
*** We have four Sea-Band sets to give away
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Travelling around the world – for business or pleasure – is now easier than ever. But whether your journey is by air, road, rail or sea it can be a miserable experience if you suffer from travel sickness.
*** We have four Sea-Band sets to give away
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NutriBullet continues to create the right blend
Launching into the Australian market in March 2012, premiere health and wellness brand NutriBullet completely changed the way we consumed food. With the revolutionary development of Nutrition Extraction, the NutriBullet team made eating healthy easier for those who live an active lifestyle, are health conscious or time poor.
Read on ...
Launching into the Australian market in March 2012, premiere health and wellness brand NutriBullet completely changed the way we consumed food. With the revolutionary development of Nutrition Extraction, the NutriBullet team made eating healthy easier for those who live an active lifestyle, are health conscious or time poor.
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ENHANCED 2017 GALÁPAGOS EXPEDITIONS
Starting 25 March 2017, luxury expedition cruise specialist Silversea will alternate two revised seven-night Galápagos itineraries, following approvals from the Galápagos National Park Service. The 100-guest, all-suite Silver Galapagos will operate both itineraries sailing Saturday to Saturday, with San Cristóbal as a new arrival or departure port for guests.
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Starting 25 March 2017, luxury expedition cruise specialist Silversea will alternate two revised seven-night Galápagos itineraries, following approvals from the Galápagos National Park Service. The 100-guest, all-suite Silver Galapagos will operate both itineraries sailing Saturday to Saturday, with San Cristóbal as a new arrival or departure port for guests.
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Carb-controlled comfort foods to warm your soul – not widen your waist
-Atkins the low carb experts share their secrets on staying slim this winter -
With more than a third of women – and more than half of men – expecting to pile on up to five kilos over winter, Atkins Nutritionals has some sage advice – and top tips – to help fight the flab during the frosty season.
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-Atkins the low carb experts share their secrets on staying slim this winter -
With more than a third of women – and more than half of men – expecting to pile on up to five kilos over winter, Atkins Nutritionals has some sage advice – and top tips – to help fight the flab during the frosty season.
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Disneyland proves that there is no age limit on having fun.
Mature Traveller; you are invited to a Birthday Party. This gracious invitation was to help celebrate the 15th birthday of the opening of Tokyo DisneySea.
And going to a birthday party is a special way of having fun
Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea - Since it opened in April 1983, the Tokyo Disney Resort has been a truly magical place for its guests.
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Mature Traveller; you are invited to a Birthday Party. This gracious invitation was to help celebrate the 15th birthday of the opening of Tokyo DisneySea.
And going to a birthday party is a special way of having fun
Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea - Since it opened in April 1983, the Tokyo Disney Resort has been a truly magical place for its guests.
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The Evolution continues at BUZO
With BUZO having received a warm welcome back to the neighbourhood, following its successful relaunch in late 2015, its owners Mark Campbell and Phillip Fikkers have appointed rising star on the Sydney food scene, chef, Jason Dean to implement their vision for BUZO’s evolution into modern European cuisine.
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With BUZO having received a warm welcome back to the neighbourhood, following its successful relaunch in late 2015, its owners Mark Campbell and Phillip Fikkers have appointed rising star on the Sydney food scene, chef, Jason Dean to implement their vision for BUZO’s evolution into modern European cuisine.
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SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN AUSTRALIA
Produced in Australia by Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, Michael Cassel Group, David Atkins Enterprises and Dainty Group International, the popular musical will thrill audiences as they experience high-octane choreography, sumptuous sets and costumes and the exhilarating spectacle of rain live on stage!
With high-energy performances, a superb score and a joyous story, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN showers you with everything you could wish for in a hit musical. Read on ...
Produced in Australia by Lunchbox Theatrical Productions, Michael Cassel Group, David Atkins Enterprises and Dainty Group International, the popular musical will thrill audiences as they experience high-octane choreography, sumptuous sets and costumes and the exhilarating spectacle of rain live on stage!
With high-energy performances, a superb score and a joyous story, SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN showers you with everything you could wish for in a hit musical. Read on ...
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL IS RETURNING TO AUSTRALIA
Cirque du Soleil is delighted to announce the return of its trademark blue-and yellow big top to Australia with an all-new production, KOOZA. A sparkling, colourful homage to the traditions of circus, KOOZA will open in Sydney and then tour to Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth.
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Cirque du Soleil is delighted to announce the return of its trademark blue-and yellow big top to Australia with an all-new production, KOOZA. A sparkling, colourful homage to the traditions of circus, KOOZA will open in Sydney and then tour to Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth.
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2017 Voyages and Expeditions by Silversea
Ultra-luxury Silversea has unveiled its new 2017 Voyages and Expeditions digital brochure, now available at www.Silversea.com/brochures . The attractive picture book showcases a program of over 260 itineraries exploring seven continents and more than 800 destinations aboard its fleet of nine ocean and expedition ships.
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Ultra-luxury Silversea has unveiled its new 2017 Voyages and Expeditions digital brochure, now available at www.Silversea.com/brochures . The attractive picture book showcases a program of over 260 itineraries exploring seven continents and more than 800 destinations aboard its fleet of nine ocean and expedition ships.
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Silversea's luxury expedition fleet will expand to four ships in November 2017 when Silver
Cloud joins Silver Explorer, Silver Discoverer, and Silver Galapagos. Fresh from an extensive refurbishment and conversion to an ice-class expedition ship, Silver Cloud launches a series of Antarctica voyages in November and December, featuring itineraries from 10 to 19 days, and sailing mostly round trip from Ushuaia.
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Cloud joins Silver Explorer, Silver Discoverer, and Silver Galapagos. Fresh from an extensive refurbishment and conversion to an ice-class expedition ship, Silver Cloud launches a series of Antarctica voyages in November and December, featuring itineraries from 10 to 19 days, and sailing mostly round trip from Ushuaia.
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Sydney will host the World Premiere of Dream Lover - The Bobby Darin Musical from September 2016. An extraordinary story that goes far beyond the song, Dream Lover reveals the amazing life of the legendary American singer, songwriter and actor. An intimate and epic story of an all-round entertainer adored by his fans, Bobby Darin, together with his movie star wife Sandra Dee, provided the iconic soundtrack to a generation.
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5 Suitcase Essentials for Arthritis Sufferers
Arthritis Awareness Week is providing a timely reminder around the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in order to combat the growing burden of arthritis.
For those of us lucky enough to be packing or planning for their next holiday, the question remains as to what we can take with us to ensure that our arthritis is manageable.
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Arthritis Awareness Week is providing a timely reminder around the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle in order to combat the growing burden of arthritis.
For those of us lucky enough to be packing or planning for their next holiday, the question remains as to what we can take with us to ensure that our arthritis is manageable.
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Thermoskin Walk-On Makes Slipping Your Feet Into Everyday Comfort Easy
Thermoskin Walk-On takes protecting and treating heel and arch pain to the next level with the launch of the Plantar FXT Compression Socks
The innovative Plantar FXT Compression Socks by Thermoskin Walk-On is officially changing the way we prevent, manage and live with painful foot conditions that are growing at alarming rates, including heel pain, Plantar Fasciitis, and circulation issues.
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Thermoskin Walk-On takes protecting and treating heel and arch pain to the next level with the launch of the Plantar FXT Compression Socks
The innovative Plantar FXT Compression Socks by Thermoskin Walk-On is officially changing the way we prevent, manage and live with painful foot conditions that are growing at alarming rates, including heel pain, Plantar Fasciitis, and circulation issues.
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FAMILY CRUISING ABOARD PACIFIC JEWEL
P&O has been Australia’s favourite family cruise line for many years and the newly revamped Pacific Jewel upholds that great tradition.
I first cruised on the Jewel five years ago and it won me over right from the start with its laid back friendly crew and its modern facilities.
Going on board recently was like going home. Smiling faces, people having fun and great new facilities.
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P&O has been Australia’s favourite family cruise line for many years and the newly revamped Pacific Jewel upholds that great tradition.
I first cruised on the Jewel five years ago and it won me over right from the start with its laid back friendly crew and its modern facilities.
Going on board recently was like going home. Smiling faces, people having fun and great new facilities.
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SCIENTIFIC STUDY REVEALS NEW WEAPON IN ARTHRITIS BATTLE*
The pain associated with osteoarthritis affects three in ten or 28 per cent of Australians over 65 according to the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, with an associated cost of 1.6 billion spent on osteoarthritis in 2008–09.
Now a large clinical trial is showing a new ’smart’ gel is achieving results equivalent to the effects of an oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
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The pain associated with osteoarthritis affects three in ten or 28 per cent of Australians over 65 according to the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, with an associated cost of 1.6 billion spent on osteoarthritis in 2008–09.
Now a large clinical trial is showing a new ’smart’ gel is achieving results equivalent to the effects of an oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
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Explore remote Southeast Asia with Silversea
Discover the beauty of Southeast Asia, from the volcanic landscapes of Pulau Weh, to the spectacular underwater world of Myanmar, as Silver Discoverer sails from Singapore to Phuket, Thailand on an 11-day voyage.
Departing on 10 November 2016, on Silver Discoverer
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Discover the beauty of Southeast Asia, from the volcanic landscapes of Pulau Weh, to the spectacular underwater world of Myanmar, as Silver Discoverer sails from Singapore to Phuket, Thailand on an 11-day voyage.
Departing on 10 November 2016, on Silver Discoverer
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Avalon Waterways has launched its latest Suite Ship, Imagery II on the river Rhine in Germany.
Features Editor Barry Matheson was an official guest at the launch and inaugural cruise.
The luxury vessel which carries a maximum of 126 passengers offers 30% more cabin space than other major competitors, with wall-to-wall panoramic windows that can be drawn back to turn the entire cabin into an open-air balcony, or closed to create a private sitting room. Read on ...
Features Editor Barry Matheson was an official guest at the launch and inaugural cruise.
The luxury vessel which carries a maximum of 126 passengers offers 30% more cabin space than other major competitors, with wall-to-wall panoramic windows that can be drawn back to turn the entire cabin into an open-air balcony, or closed to create a private sitting room. Read on ...
From coastal rock stacks to Australia’s first hotel to the stars
Drive one of the world's most scenic coastal touring routes, the Great Ocean Road, head north through verdant, sweeping countryside and prepare for the surprise in the former gold rush city of Ballarat, writes Helen Flanagan.
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Drive one of the world's most scenic coastal touring routes, the Great Ocean Road, head north through verdant, sweeping countryside and prepare for the surprise in the former gold rush city of Ballarat, writes Helen Flanagan.
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Guest Writer ..... Tim and Michelle Morrissey ... Wild NZ ...
We have been lucky enough to experience many cruises to various destinations, and I have to say every one of them was well worth it. Given the significance of my wife’s milestone birthday, I was keen for us to experience something different and we were happy to open the purse strings for the “trip of a lifetime”. She had always wanted to experience Macquarie Island.
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We have been lucky enough to experience many cruises to various destinations, and I have to say every one of them was well worth it. Given the significance of my wife’s milestone birthday, I was keen for us to experience something different and we were happy to open the purse strings for the “trip of a lifetime”. She had always wanted to experience Macquarie Island.
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Pain Strike Oil
Muscle and joint aches and pains, niggly coughs, congestion and skin irritations can be an annoyance, but can also make sufferers’ everyday lives a real struggle.
Following two years of research and product development, Pain Strike Oil is set to be the latest everyday essential. This multi-purpose and concentrated high-quality formula contains a blend of 100% natural essential oils of plants including cajuput, wintergreen, clove and camphor oil.
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Muscle and joint aches and pains, niggly coughs, congestion and skin irritations can be an annoyance, but can also make sufferers’ everyday lives a real struggle.
Following two years of research and product development, Pain Strike Oil is set to be the latest everyday essential. This multi-purpose and concentrated high-quality formula contains a blend of 100% natural essential oils of plants including cajuput, wintergreen, clove and camphor oil.
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From the lushness of the Blue Mountains to the vast wilderness of the Nullarbor Plain
Not long ago, you could jump aboard the Indian Pacific from Sydney to Perth for a lot less than the cost of flying economy across the continent. But, as features editor – John Newton – found out, it's a different story today with one of the world's great railway journeys out-pricing the trip by air.
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Not long ago, you could jump aboard the Indian Pacific from Sydney to Perth for a lot less than the cost of flying economy across the continent. But, as features editor – John Newton – found out, it's a different story today with one of the world's great railway journeys out-pricing the trip by air.
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Being Spoilt Azamara Style
It's nice to be spoiled once in a while, but on a Azamara Club Cruises voyage you are spoiled every day in more ways than one - as features editor John Newton found out on a recent 13-day sailing from Auckland around the spectacular North and South islands of New Zealand and across the Tasman Sea to Sydney - a total distance of 2620 nautical miles.
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It's nice to be spoiled once in a while, but on a Azamara Club Cruises voyage you are spoiled every day in more ways than one - as features editor John Newton found out on a recent 13-day sailing from Auckland around the spectacular North and South islands of New Zealand and across the Tasman Sea to Sydney - a total distance of 2620 nautical miles.
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We road test the latest from Victorinox**
Inherent in every Victorinox Swiss ArmyKnife, a certain "Swissness" is also evident in the latest and greatest from Victorinox, the updated SpectraTM 2.0 series. Made from break-resistant 100% pure Bayer polycarbonate and showcasing a scratch resistant matt finish, this is Victorinox’s most stylish and innovative travel piece yet.
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Inherent in every Victorinox Swiss ArmyKnife, a certain "Swissness" is also evident in the latest and greatest from Victorinox, the updated SpectraTM 2.0 series. Made from break-resistant 100% pure Bayer polycarbonate and showcasing a scratch resistant matt finish, this is Victorinox’s most stylish and innovative travel piece yet.
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Your highness in Hong Kong
If you’re out for a duck or a dumpling and in for a stay amongst the stars, Helen Flanagan has the answers.
Two stops on the Airport Express, an escalator ride and short stroll and voila there’s the W sign dazzling in front of us. What a location with Kowloon Station underground and the very ritzy Elements lifestyle mall below the reach-for-the-stars hotel, with its bubble lift and Living Room aka lobby on the 6th floor. As a backdrop to a champagne breakfast it’s the height of decadence.
Now let’s not waste a moment. We’re here for great time not a long time.
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If you’re out for a duck or a dumpling and in for a stay amongst the stars, Helen Flanagan has the answers.
Two stops on the Airport Express, an escalator ride and short stroll and voila there’s the W sign dazzling in front of us. What a location with Kowloon Station underground and the very ritzy Elements lifestyle mall below the reach-for-the-stars hotel, with its bubble lift and Living Room aka lobby on the 6th floor. As a backdrop to a champagne breakfast it’s the height of decadence.
Now let’s not waste a moment. We’re here for great time not a long time.
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Paradise and the Islands of the Pacific
We have had a fascination on tropical islands with crystal lagoons inside pounding reefs. Green mountains staining towards the heavens. Mostly friendly were the Polynesian and Melanesian peoples, well some didn’t like the idea of strangers trying to take over their part of paradise.
Over this period, one of the most visited groups has been the Fiji Islands. So when the invitation came from Blue Lagoon Cruises to come and explore some of these islands, surrounded by the comfort and safety of one of their specially designed expedition style small ships – we were off. Read on ...
We have had a fascination on tropical islands with crystal lagoons inside pounding reefs. Green mountains staining towards the heavens. Mostly friendly were the Polynesian and Melanesian peoples, well some didn’t like the idea of strangers trying to take over their part of paradise.
Over this period, one of the most visited groups has been the Fiji Islands. So when the invitation came from Blue Lagoon Cruises to come and explore some of these islands, surrounded by the comfort and safety of one of their specially designed expedition style small ships – we were off. Read on ...
BIRTHDAY ON MY PERSONAL YACHT
WITH each passing year birthdays take on an added significance.
You look forward to each of them wondering how you can make your next commemoration that little bit different and more memorable.
This year I decided to celebrate on my own private yacht with about 100 of my best friends.
Different? Memorable? Writes Malcolm Andrews.
Read on ...
WITH each passing year birthdays take on an added significance.
You look forward to each of them wondering how you can make your next commemoration that little bit different and more memorable.
This year I decided to celebrate on my own private yacht with about 100 of my best friends.
Different? Memorable? Writes Malcolm Andrews.
Read on ...
TFE HOTELS INTRODUCES VIBE HOTEL CANBERRA AIRPORT
Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport is located just 50 metres from the door of the airport terminal, easing the stress sometimes associated with travel. With sweeping views of the city on one side and Lake Burley Griffin on the other, each of the 191 thoughtfully decorated and stylish sound-proof rooms come equipped with fantastic views, and all of the mod cons expected of a modern-day luxury hotel, including access to the Vibe Fit gym and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
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Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport is located just 50 metres from the door of the airport terminal, easing the stress sometimes associated with travel. With sweeping views of the city on one side and Lake Burley Griffin on the other, each of the 191 thoughtfully decorated and stylish sound-proof rooms come equipped with fantastic views, and all of the mod cons expected of a modern-day luxury hotel, including access to the Vibe Fit gym and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
Read on ...
Mount Kinabalu
Our Features Health Editor Dr Ian Cocks was on assignment in Kuala Lumpor and a Malaysian side trip was arranged to Sabah, Borneo and the opportunity to trek up Mt Kinabalu.
Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4095 metres and is situated approx. 1 hour drive from Kota Kinabalu City which is 2 ½ Flight from Kuala Lumpor located in a world heritage national park of some 75,370 Hectares.
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Our Features Health Editor Dr Ian Cocks was on assignment in Kuala Lumpor and a Malaysian side trip was arranged to Sabah, Borneo and the opportunity to trek up Mt Kinabalu.
Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4095 metres and is situated approx. 1 hour drive from Kota Kinabalu City which is 2 ½ Flight from Kuala Lumpor located in a world heritage national park of some 75,370 Hectares.
Read on ...
Seniors do it better: ‘sex gets better with age’ say singles over 70
Survey reveals seniors have more satisfying sex – and want it more - than singles in their 20s
· Study of 2500 online daters reveals the surprising truth about seniors’ sex lives
· 93% of over 70s said sex is important in a relationship
· 84% of over 70s said sex gets better with age
· Over 70s are more ok with casual sex than singles aged 18-30
· Over 70s are less accepting of celibacy than singles aged 18-30
Carry on (reading that is) ...
Survey reveals seniors have more satisfying sex – and want it more - than singles in their 20s
· Study of 2500 online daters reveals the surprising truth about seniors’ sex lives
· 93% of over 70s said sex is important in a relationship
· 84% of over 70s said sex gets better with age
· Over 70s are more ok with casual sex than singles aged 18-30
· Over 70s are less accepting of celibacy than singles aged 18-30
Carry on (reading that is) ...
