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Useful Travel Information Re Things to Check on Travel Insurance

This information was put out by Australian Federal Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Smart Traveller on 4th July 2024 The latest research from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s …

Alternative Provider to OPTUS Which Did Not Provide 000 Service during Last Most Recent Outage?

I was most disturbed to read that OPTUS did not provide any triple zero access during their last outage. This is an unconscionable service. 228 people tried to access 000 during the outage and OPTUS …

Suggestions for 1 Week Based in Tokyo Please?

I want to spend 2nd week of November based in Tokyo and do day trips out from hotel base. Could do day trips but would consider a highly regarded day tour trip. Independent mature traveller who last …

Find out what an Aussie airline refund really means.

Don't let airlines and specifically Jetstar deny you your entitlement to a proper refund. Cash not a voucher or part refund. Find out ACCC legal opinion on what you should get in various …

Bangkok Special Arrangements on 26th October 2017

Due to special funeral ceremonies for late King's funeral many stores, bars, Tesco, and 7-11 stores will be closed on 26th October. Some all day, some from afternoon and some for several days …

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5-20% off Asia and Europe: Bali Return from Perth $457, Melbourne $685, Sydney $699. Jakarta from Perth $538, Melbourne $737

expired 5-20% off Asia and Europe: Bali Return from Perth $457, Melbourne $685, Sydney $699. Jakarta from Perth $538, Melbourne $737

GOTF

Travel from 6th August till 30th April 2018. Promo code GOTF. Aplies within Indonesia, Asir and Europe. Check flight segments and stopovers. Six hrs in Denpasar seems clunky. Valid for the …

The Herald Sun Home Show

Melbourne home show code for this week end?

Any ideas on getting discount tickets? Normal price $18. Thanks.

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Public taxi stand at main Bangkok airport changed?

Can someone please confirm where one officially gets a taxi nowadays? I know you can get one as they drop passengers off on third level if you want to do that.Think official spot has changed. Anyone …

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Melbourne to Bangkok Fare with Royal Brunei $554 (Jan-Nov)

expired Melbourne to Bangkok Fare with Royal Brunei $554 (Jan-Nov)

Just noticed that skyscanner has a $554 return airfare, I tried 2nd Feb to 13th February return.This is good for full service on their spacious dreamliner. If I returned on the Saturday earlier it …

Best Way to Get Euros in Spain and Currency in Morocco?

Will be spending about a fortnight in Spain and 6 days in Morocco. Can anyone tell me if ATM are readily available in both places? Concerned about accessing funds in Morocco. Thanks for your advice.

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Woolworths Phone Plan Samsung Galaxy 5. Any Feedback?

Looking at Samsung Galaxy 5 and calls on plan. Found Woolies have $38 over 24 months. Includes $1000 WORTH OF CALLS AND UNLIMITED TEXTS. Includes data which won't use. Uses part of Telstra 3 G …

Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines Allowing Only Carry on Luggage as Temporary Measure

According to ABC news, Just in, and Australian Frequent Flyer News, Malaysia airlines are not going to allow passengers to check in luggage on any flights to Europe, unless you are flying on their …

Advise Needed for <~ $600 TV for Patient Confined to Bed Mostly. Brisbane Area

Have known this younger woman since she was 2. She has progressive neurological disease (HD) which is deteriorating rapidly and will soon have to spend much more time in bed. I live in Melbourne and …

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Royal Brunei Air Fares Economy $660 Return BKK $1350 Return LHR

expired Royal Brunei Air Fares Economy $660 Return BKK $1350 Return LHR

These are not cheapest they have ever been but quite good for flights until 31 March 2016 but assume holidays will be blackout period. Slightly cheaper again on Expedia and Skyscanner. Read about …

Where to go to escape Melbourne winter, inexpensive and short flight.BKK is too far for partner!

Thought I would try to tap into your collective wisdom. Want to take beloved to somewhere warm outside school holiday period. He is reluctant to fly too far. Any suggestions would be welcomed. Maybe …

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Royal Brunei Sale MEL- LHR. Various Prices. May $1272 Dec to Jan 3rd $1510.22 Y Return

expired Royal Brunei Sale MEL- LHR. Various Prices. May $1272 Dec to Jan 3rd $1510.22 Y Return

Fare third May for fortnight are $1272.22 in Economy. Fares December prior to return on Jan 3rd 2016 are $1595.22 I was tempted by earlier Oz Bargain post re Garuda deal over Dec holiday period …

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Does your credit card makes the worst list. Great comparisons in this article.

For those of you who use credit cards you may find this article enlightening. Also has information on specific deals and their possible strengths and pitfalls. Good article. Wasn't sure where to …

Need to replace Gets as it was rear ended while parked. Advice on Kia appreciated.

Tow truck driver says it is write off.Was to be my first and last new car.2010 auto with only 30,000 kms. Now retired so mainly suburban use. Looked at RACV Best Cars list from October 2014. Liked …

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Jetstar 48 Hr Domestic Special, Return Fares Available

expired Jetstar 48 Hr Domestic Special, Return Fares Available

Some cheap fares here but mainly after Easter hols, 21 april or some after 22 July Launceston $29 and Adelaide cheap from Melbourne. Worth a look.

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$0.01 Coffee 13th and 14th October Only @ Your New Melbourne Tram Stop Coffee Bar with Barista

expired $0.01 Coffee 13th and 14th October Only @ Your New Melbourne Tram Stop Coffee Bar with Barista

One cent coffee deals at only three tram stops in Melbourne- Swanston/Flinders Street, Melbourne University and Domain Interchange. Tips you must order through this app BEAT THE Q (android and …

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expired Thai Airlines to London, Paris, Rome, Frankfurt or Copenhagen $1499 RT: Travel Oct-Nov @ Groupon

Thai airlines is $2 dearer than groupon but may have more flexibility. What You Get Fly to London, Paris, Rome, Frankfurt or Copenhagen Departures available from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane Take …

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expired Qatar Three Day Sale Travel from 21st September 2014 to 15th June 2015. Prices below

Got email this morning. prices are reasonably cheap . Paris is quite good. Fares depart from Perth and Melbourne **SPECIAL FLIGHT OFFERS FROM PERTH** London From 1691 AUD Economy …

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Sri Lankan One Day Sale 20% in Y and 35% in J Discount Travel between 15 Oct to 10 Dec

expired Sri Lankan One Day Sale 20% in Y and 35% in J Discount Travel between 15 Oct to 10 Dec

This may suit some travellers. Limited time to travel and expires midnight tonight, First September. Blurb on email follows. "Yes…It’s our 35th Anniversary and we want to celebrate the day …

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Jetstar 48 Hr Domestic Special, Return Fares Available

expired Jetstar 48 Hr Domestic Special, Return Fares Available

"We're having a 48 hour flash sale on some great domestic routes starting at just $39 like Launceston to Melbourne (Tullamarine). With flights that cheap, there's more to spend on …

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expired Malaysian Airlines Mel-KL Return $845, Syd-KL Return $859

Travel Period : 5 Jul – 7 Dec 2014 & 16 Jan – 31 Mar 2015. Lowest fare I have seen on Malaysian from MEL that included taxes. Might be good stopping off point on way to Europe. Really …

Bangkok update all fine.

Arrived in BKK Wednesday and can report all is well. Very few tourists so getting through immigration is a breeze. Low loadings on planes means more space for you. Quick baggage collection and exit …

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expired Royal Brunei Flights MEL LHR Economy in Dreamliner April May AU1300 and 6 Days in June $1351

Good price for comfort of new Dreamliner in Y. Available from travel.com.au April 16th till 30 May. Also slightly dearer in June 13 to June 18 for $1351 Both prices Return(including tax) Usual …

Samsonite luggage not covered by guarantee if damaged on flight?

Do have a look at abc.net.au/iview on tonight's program of Checkout at 8 p.m., free download. They do a segment on guarantee limitations on Samsonite luggage. After watching it I would doubt …

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expired Qatar Special Airfares for Low Season Travel until 30th November e.g MEL to Paris $1560

( This may be first of the usual end of February offers from international airlines sale season) Travel period: 24 January 2014 - 31 March 2014 or 4 October 2014 - 30 November 2014. SPECIAL FLIGHT …

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MEL Airport Long Term Car Park 10 Days $69 if Booked on Line

expired MEL Airport Long Term Car Park 10 Days $69 if Booked on Line

Standard price for 10 days is $119, on online booking $69, 20 days - standard booking $199, on line $99. T&C apply. Read about special time constraints and where best to park here on …

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expired QATAR 3 day sale. MEL - Paris $1485, Athens return $1495, Venice $1695

Some reasonable fares from a 5 star airline. Will stopover in Doha. Great food and service. Dreamliner airline on some routes.

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China Southern $1199 Return to Paris, Ends 11.59 Tonight 11 November

expired China Southern $1199 Return to Paris, Ends 11.59 Tonight 11 November

Travel.com.au have this one day cheap offer to Paris. Just found it and it may suit someone out there. Also slightly dearer , $1274 , flight to Amsterdam return. this offer is open till 31 …

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Royal Brunei $502 Return Flights Mel to BKK within Certain Dates

expired Royal Brunei $502 Return Flights Mel to BKK within Certain Dates

Must depart between 4th November and 1st December but also same special price applies from 20th January to 28th March. This is great price for a full service airline. Travel.com.au also charge …

Royal Brunei Airlines

**One day only July 17th 10% discount code on Royal Brunei airlines.**

Just in case flying Royal Brunei at 10% discount appeals to you Hope this info works for you. I will not be able to use it during time specified.