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Im trying to find out which stores stock Fly Peacock Clothing on the Gold coast ?
Im looking to buy some of the basics they are so comfortable .
I have just moved to Brisbane and am staying in Nundah temporarily. I have just had an interview for a job in Carindale, I was not intending to look for work anywhere other than the CBD or Northside as my sister lives North and I am more familiar with this side of the river. But jobs proved hard to find and I had to cast the net a bit further! So, I am wondering what the best thing would be to do if I did get this job - Where to live and transportwise what would be cheaper.
Should I live on the Southside and commute by public transport or car, OR stay North so im closer to my sister and the city for social convenience, and drive over toll bridges to get to Carindale. I had to get a train and bus today, which was fine but it took an hour! And would cost about $10 return I think, with a GO card.
Tolls, GO card charges, commute time, social life, working around the Brisbane river its all a bit of a logistical nightmare haha.
Basically I just want to be within about half an hour of work, dont mind paying a little for transport costs - I will be working in the westfield mall so I doubt I could park right at work anyway, bus would be an option or park somewhere free and walk. Don't have a car at moment but will get one once job is sorted.
Hi everyone,
found this trawling the web.
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Looks interesting. checked the prices looks Ok as well. has anyone tripped across the bottom end of Aus. any suggestions. What do you think?
Regards Mike
i am heading to oz in december firstly landing in perth and then spend a bit of time maybe a little job and then on to a route up to the northern territory or if anyone else is heading to that area please let me know will like to meet up maybe
I'll be riding a bike south from Laos and across Cambodia and wish to know the closest border crossing into Vietnam from Kampong Cham. Thanks, Mike
My friends and I are traveling to Gold Coast for the first time in June 2013. Bought tickets already! But we haven't got any idea of where to stay! Surfers paradise is always recommended when I survey online. So SP it is. Could you please please recommend where to stay in SP? A convenient hotel or an apartment which is affordable? For 4 adults? Thank you so much for any feedback.
Can someone point me in the direction of where I can find a travel companion (strictly platonic) for a cruise in Australia? I'm an American Italian in my mid 30's and my parents lived in Australia for nearly 20 years before moving to the states and I'd like to visit the area they lived (Melbourne and Adelaide). I'm thinking a trip on Celebrity around the December time frame. I would appreciate any recommendations be e-mailed to me @ giodoc1@gmail.com.
Thank you,
Hi I'm travelling to Sydney in December and looking to find some accommodation pretty central for 3/4 weeks from 16th Dec. Wondering if anyone knows any relatively cheap housing suitable for backpackers for me and potentially a few fellow travellers I'm meeting over there. Many thanks
I am planning to go to Perth on 10th June till 14th June. I will be traveling with my hubby, my elderly parents and my 2 sons. May I know what is the best way to go around in Perth…public transport or hire a car? We are planning to stay in Perth City. ..not sure this is a good idea or not…any suggestion? May I know any budget accommodation for 6 of us in Perth City?…. Preferably apartment type.
Rialto Tower, Melbourne vs Eureka Tower on Southbank, which one is a better choice to view Melbourne from above?
my question is traveling alone in Melbourne is safe for girls or not..?
Hi all I'm new to the forum and was just looking for some advice,
About 2 months ago I obtained a 1 Year Working Visa for Australia and am due to travel there at the end of June from the UK.
My passport became slightly damaged since then and only had a year and a half left on it so I decided its proabbly best just to renew it before leaving. I didn't realise at the time but the passport number also changes with this new passport which is attached to my Australian visa.
What is the best thing to do here and has anyone had a similar experience?
I have just moved to Brisbane and am staying in Nundah temporarily. I have just had an interview for a job in Carindale, I was not intending to look for work anywhere other than the CBD or Northside as my sister lives North and I am more familiar with this side of the river. But jobs proved hard to find and I had to cast the net a bit further! So, I am wondering what the best thing would be to do if I did get this job - Where to live and transportwise what would be cheaper.
Should I live on the Southside and commute by public transport or car, OR stay North so im closer to my sister and the city for social convenience, and drive over toll bridges to get to Carindale. I had to get a train and bus today, which was fine but it took an hour! And would cost about $10 return I think, with a GO card.
Tolls, GO card charges, commute time, social life, working around the Brisbane river its all a bit of a logistical nightmare haha.
Basically I just want to be within about half an hour of work, dont mind paying a little for transport costs - I will be working in the westfield mall so I doubt I could park right at work anyway, bus would be an option or park somewhere free and walk. Don't have a car at moment but will get one once job is sorted.
My partner and I are traveling around Australia, and cant decide on the right car for our trip, we are looking to travel for about 18 months, looking to do light 4wd nothing over the too, we're goin to be towing a off-road camper van, the van is rated 1500 GVM but net weight is 600kg, looking for a daul cab or SUV over a cab chassis, hope to hear from people and learn more, thanks
hello, we are from India wanting to visit australis in June this year. planning to cover brisbane/goldcoast/cairns/sydney/melbourne. have limited budget. what are the places that we should cover and what experience we must for sure undergo even if it is a bit expensive.
please advise
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I am doing a Mediterranean cruise beginning of September 2014 either b4 or after I want to see Austria, Germany, London & Paris. The cruise does Italy turkey Greece and Barcelona so thinking of bus tour or train to see a lot without the hassles of airports etc. thinking of starting in London and finishing near Venice to catch the ship or starting in Barcelona at the end of the cruise. We have never been to Europe we r a couple in our early 50's we r very active and live to b kept busy. Looking about 10 to 12 day bus/train tour we like the idea of a guided tour as we normally do all of our travel and excursions ourselves any suggestions appreciated thanks Debbie
Fr singapore, we planning for a trip to perth in late June, i am still wondering what type of winter wear to prepare for my 2 yrs old boy. We are staying for 6 nights. no idea of where to stay... as our flight will reach perth around 12 midnight... i am thinking should i stay at a hotel near airport first and change to a city hotel/apartment the next day/.... and where we should go taking into consideration of our 2 years old boy? thanks!
Were coming to WA mid September for 3 weeks, do we hire car or campervan, hope to go up to Kalbarri and down to ALbany, any thoughts, hotels seem quite expensive
We want to visit Kangaroo island this december. We are going to drive from Melbourne. We are not sure about how many days shall we spent in the island considering that we are driving from Melbourne just to do the Great Ocean Road and to visit Kangaroo Island. Hope you can help.
Hi there. I'm due to touch down in Melbourne in under 2 weeks. I just wanted some opionions or what would we be best when it came to apartment searching? Would going direct to real estate agents be the best way? Does anybody have any safe/trustworthy websites they can recommend? My girlfiend had been looking on flatmates.com.au but she has her suspisions as the apartments and prices look to good to be true. Can anybody verify whether or not this is a trustworty website.
Thanks in advance.
Hi! I have been given the challenge to plan our visit to Australia and will be traveling soon (late May, early June), and finding it difficult to find a travel agent who is knowledgeable enough to help. We are a couple coming from the US (Boston area) and traveling with 2 adult children (21 & 23). We all love beaches and adventure. We are a little short on time and plan to take flights in the interest of time where necessary. Most of our party will be originating from Sydney having spent several days there. Having trouble figuring out the best way to see a lot and yet have a somewhat relaxing enjoyable vacation. Considering renting a Catamaran and learning to sail to see the islands, however, not opposed to other alternatives including a resort with something for everyone. Really want to see Hamilton Island and Whitehaven Beach, and open to other suggestions (read something about Fraser Island and renting 4x4's?). Any advice will be greatly appreciated! This is most likely a once in a lifetime trip for us.
Hi, I would really appreciate any advice. I am planning to fly to Brisbane to stay with my brother and his family. I have signed up for the airline newsletters and keep an eye out for flash sales but they are all for June 2013 at the moment. Is it possible to get a good deal on flights this early or will I need to wait until nearer the time. We have saved up so have the cash to pay immediately. We live in Manchester but would be prepared to fly from London if it is significantly cheaper. The flights are for my and my husband and our 12 year old twins. Thank you very much in anticipation of your help and advice. Janie
hi, me & my hubby (age 30yrs.) I will be traveling to Hobart for 4 nights. pls.help me to plan my itinerary is rent a car compulsory or public transport is ok? my interest is in Photography, so pls suggest me some places. i m pure vegetarian,can i get veg. food in Tassie?
Hi Iam travelling to Hobart for a few days in the first week of August, my grandchildren just want to play in the snow, can anyone tell me if Mt Wellington would have snow or where would be closet point from Hobart to play in the snow Thanks
I want to travel in Tassie by car, but how can I transport my car from Melbourne to Hobart? And how much is it?
Hi there, Am planning a trip to Tassie in Mar and need some advice. Possible 6D5N or 7D6N itineraries: 1. Melbourne to Launceston --> Cradle Mountain --> Strahan --> Hobart or 2. Hobart --> Freycinet --> Launceston I am travelling with a group of elderly folk in their 60s and some younger people in their 30s. Would appreciate some recommendations on which is a better itinerary with options to: a. See beautiful scenery b. Taste good food and natural produce c. Do a spot of shopping d. Soak in some history e. Engage in some interesting activities Thanks a bunch in advance for your help! ;) smiles, Francesca
Hi, I am planning a remeniscing type trip to Australia and part of that is to return to the stunning town of Hobart in Tasmania. 16 years ago I stayed at the Bellerive YHA on King Street in Bellerive and made very good friends there with the 80 year old manager - Bill Tomlinson. He was an ex pat who emmigrated to Australia for £10 in the fifties. I realise he is likely to have passed away now, but does anyone know if the Youth Hostel is still there as I cant find it online? Simon.
Will be in Hobart from 12 - 19Nov 2010. Are fruits allowed from the Hobart airport to Melbourne. Need to catch the plane back to Malaysia from Melbourne.
We are planning to be in Hobart for 6 days the middle of May. I booked a hotel in Hobart with the idea that we would use this as a base and travel to sites each day. Bad idea? We are planning on renting a car. Should we rent a car before arriving in Hobart? Should we rent from a national company or local? Suggestions are welcome. We will be in Australia starting May 3 so we could rent a car once we get to Australia if that is a better idea than renting one before we leave home. We are 60 years old and although I love to walk everywhere, my husband doesn't. He's not going to want to trek up mountains or through the wilderness. Any suggestions for what we must see. Thanks.
hi guys, I will be traveling to Hobart for 5 nights (24-29 Oct) and looking for advice/suggestions to get the best out of the trip. I have done a bit of research on the internet and there seem to be many things to do in Hobart. How many days do you think i should spend on seeing the city itself? I am thinking of having a look at the Salamacan place, Mt. Wellington, Royal Botanic garden. any other suggestions? I would really love to visit the Tarhune airwalk, Port Arthur and going on one of the cruises. The problem is i cant rent a car because I havent got a full australian license or equivalent. Is it possible to visit Port Arthur and Tarhune airwalk with public transport / coaches. I did look at the guided tours and they seem a bit pricey. any advice/ suggestion is very much appreciated.
Hey! Could somebody please tell me how long it takes to travel from Regent St (Sandy Bay) to Moonah by bus? If you can mention a maximum time, it's appreciated! :)
Hi forum Do you recommend travelling around the east coast or west coast during August? Plan to rent car to travel around but being winter what's the roads condition like? I'll be flying into Hobart midweek and out of Hobart on the weekend. Thank you!!
Hi, we will be visiting Hobart this month in a six berth motorhome. Can anyone advise where to park in the city to enable us to go to Salamnaca Markets?
where do the cruise ships come in at?? how far is it fromThe Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre ?? how can u get there?? how long would it take?? and how much?? ty so much appreciate your help. mary
Hi guys. I have been lurking the net, and found flights to Hobart for22.00. I have always wanted to go to Tasmania, but have no idea where to start with our itinerary. We are gone for 7 nights next May...Any help...we will hire a car.
Hi, I have a question regarding the Port Arthur Gold Pass option. I see that the Gold Pass covers "everything." I only have 1 day, but I am interested in doing everything that the Gold Pass covers. Here's what the Gold Pass offers per the Port Arthure website: Access to more than thirty historic buildings, ruins and gardens Introduction to Port Arthur walking tou Isle of the Dead tour (incorporating a Harbour Cruise) Point Puer tour Audio tour Lunch on-site at the Museum Coffee Shop or Port Café Morning and afternoon tea In order to do all these activities, how many hours do I need to allocate for my one day? Or, what time do I need to arrive, or what is a good time to arrive, to begin seeing/doing all the Gold Pass options, and about what time in the afternoon can I expect to complete my day? The reason I request this information is because I only have the one day, I like the Gold Pass options, I'll be driving from Hobart, and I need to figure what time I need to depart Hobart, and about what time can I expect to be back at hobart. Thank you.
Hi there, I'm planning to stay 2 nights in Launceston + 3 nights in Hobart visiting the following places: 1) Launceston - take chairlift across Cataract Gorge, 2) Tamar River 3) Penny Royal World and the Waverley Woollen Mills. 4) Cradle Mountain Walk - local tour 5) Hobart - Battery Point, Salamanca Place 6) Mt Wellington 7) Cascade Brewery 8) Derwent River 9) Cadbury chocolate factory 10) Huon Valley - Local tour Is there any local public transporation for backpackers that covers any of the places that I've mentioned? Can I have the exact bus number and link for reference? Thanks!
Hihi, I'll be travelling to Hobart in early Nov 08. Intention is to rent a car for 5 days, travelling from Hobart - Freycinet - Launceston - Cradle Mt - Strahan - Hobart. I'm worried about the total cost of petrol. Thinking of renting 1.3-1.5l car. Could you guys advise of the estimated cost of petrol for the entire round trip? Any suggestion for car rental companies? I checkout "Budget", Hyundai getz cost about 230+ for 5 days. Cheers, Fazi
Hi there from South Aus., I will be working in Tasmania for several months but plan on flying back to Adelaide now and then. I have read the website about the airport but am a little confused about booking the car in for longterm, say a week. Can I drive into the undercover capark and just pay when I return for my car or is it necessary to book the car in for that length of time? Is payment on a machine or do you pay a person when departing?
Hi I'm new to these forums so I'm hoping someone from Hobart is reading here. I'm traveling to Hobart on the 9th of July, first time visitor, so I will feel like a total tourist...lol. I am staying at Port Arthur on the first night then heading back to Hobart to spend the last 4 nights in Fern Tree. So I'm wondering how cold does it get in Fern Tree? I had a lady say that it snows there...Is that true? And is there any snow on Mt Wellington yet? Ok back to being a tourist and all, good places to visit?? Any Thoughts? And nice reasonable places to eat, you know...somewhere where the locals go for a good feed. I will have a rental car, so traveling to places is no drama. Please any comments or suggestions would be great. Cheers Toni
How much is the shuttle and how often does it run? Can you get around Hobart easily without a car? If I want to also see muse3ums and the town sites is one day enough? We are coming in winter.
Am temporarily working in Tas West Coast and bought some delicious apple spice cake from a caravan stall with German breads and cake at the Salamanca market. The stall is down the far end i.e. facing away from the city centre. Does anyone know who runs this bakery as I would kill for the recipe of the apple cake. They sell it by the piece.
Hi all, Thanks for your kind comments. I have booked a trip to Tasmania from 10th April - 20th April. Should I book all the accomodations prior to the trip? Would the internet rates be competitive compared to the walk in rates? I served the net and saw that innkeepers accomodation cost about A$120 per night. Is that the best rates available? Hope for more advice as I'm traveling on a budget. Thank you. Best regards.
Hi all, Hope to ask some advice from everyone here. I am planning a trip to Tasmania in April this year. From my internet research, the following is my proposed itinery: Day 1 – 2 Hobart Mount Wellington Salamanca Market Day 3 Port Arthur Day 4 Cradle Mountain Day 5 Strahan Gordon River Queenstown Day 6 - 7 Laucheston Day 8 Wine Glass Bay Day 9 Back to Hobart May I ask if the plans above are too ambitious? Or too relaxed? Are there any 'must go' attractions that I missed out? Would you have any recommended motels to stay at the various locations? Any good restaurants to dine at? Also, I would like to know if its cheaper to rent a car in Tasmania or Melborne? Cheers.
I am thinking of visiting Hobart, Tasmania, and have only 2 nights. Arrive 10:00 am on a Monday, and depart at 8 am two nights later on a Wednesday. I read that Tasmania is great to visit, but to be honest, I am not sure what to see and do. I am looking for a suggested itinerary, or what to do, where to go logistically, given the short time frame as as described above. Will be traveling in November. I look forward to your help. Thank you.
hi there, I am finally going to carry out a dream of mine and head to Tasmania to do some kayaking. Can anybody offer any tips? I will have my own car, tent and kayak. Nothing too extreme but want to get a good taste of the Tasmanian wilderness from the perspective of the water.
Hello a friend of mine needs advice on Hobart. I havent been so cant really help her. She is staying Hobart 2nd Feb - 5th Feb and says that when she has looked for accommodation their is very little availabilty. Can someone post some options for her to look into. Not looking for anything Flash.
Does this centre still operate in Hobart? I've tried unsuccessfully to find any up to date information on it. Our family are travelling to Hobart in August and I would love to take the kids. Thanks
Hi, like to find out the estimate cost of parking within hobart city?
Hi! My family and I are travelling to Tasmania for two weeks and would love recommendations on good accomodations (hotels/apartments) in hobart that have kitchenettes. if you dont' know of any with a living area/kitchen facilities, even recommendations on regular hotels would be great. there are too many to choose from! Thanks.
Dear Folks - I will be touring around Tas April 15-26 and will be in Hobart April 21-22. I like to get a tattoo done when I travel to distant lands as a mememto(I live in the Canadian Arctic) and was wondering if someone out there could recommend a good (reputable) tattoo artist or studio in Hobart. Thanks! - ian
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