Sydney South Coast Vintage Biplane Aerial Adventure

Sydney South Coast Road Trip. MUST-DO Vintage Biplane Aerial Adventure

Welcome to my article on Sydney South Coast Vintage Biplane Aerial Adventure. As a kid, I was always fascinated by all the things that fly, from birds to aeroplanes cruising high in the blue skies and marking contrails. I always wondered, how amazing it would be to pilot a plane.  But as life would have it, my aerial ambition would remain a childhood dream.

Most of our encounters with aeroplanes are usually with the airliners we took on an overseas vacation. It gets you in comfort to your...

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Quick Guide – Hahndorf, Australia’s Oldest Surviving German Village

Hahndorf - Australia's Oldest Surviving German Village

During my last trip to South Australia, I "stumbled" on a little piece of gem. Due to inclement weather, my travel mate and I chose to explore Hahndorf instead of the Pink Lake, as the dark overcast skies were threatening to open up. What we lost in our aborted plan, we gained by the visit to this little charming village that is Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement which celebrated its 179 years as this...

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Adelaide Central Market – A Must-Visit When in Adelaide

Must Visit Adelaide - Guided Tour at Adelaide Central Market

Adelaide Central Market - A must-visit when in Adelaide

In most of my travel overseas, a visit to the city or town main market is a must as it's the best place to get a feel and dynamism of the locale.  A market tells a lot about the country that you are visiting. In Adelaide, a visit to the Central Market is a definite must-do. It has been described as a "multicultural hub with fresh produce, gourmet goods and lots of heart" in the South Australia Travel Idea Travel Ideas...

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Your Ultimate 3 Days Road Trip Guide To Kangaroo Island – Australia’s Best Hidden Gem

Why Kangaroo Island Deserves a Longer Stay

Beautiful coastal views, fabulous scenic drive routes, great dining and adventure pit-stops are some 'ingredients' necessary for a memorable road trip. Kangaroo Island in South Australia ticks all the boxes for a perfect laid-back yet exciting vacation. So it comes as a surprise to me that most people would think of this beautiful island as a day-trip or a 1-night stopover destination. I hope my travelogue based on my...

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Swim with Tuna at Victor Harbour, South Australia

Swim Tuna Victor Harbour, South Australia Jensen Chua Jetblogger

Swim with Tuna at Victor Harbour, South Australia

We have all probably heard of or even experienced swimming with dolphins in a marine-themed park, whale sharks perhaps in Ningaloo, caged shark diving in South Africa or even swim with jellyfish in Palau. But swim with tuna? Now that's new. This is Oceanic Victor, the latest marine-themed attraction at Victor Harbour, South Australia. The facility is located within a Habitat Protection Zone of the Encounter Marine Park.

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Road Trip- Tasmania Convoy September 2017 – Tulip Season

Tasmania Convoy Self-drive Adventure September 2017

Tasmania Convoy Adventure September 2017

This 8D7N self-drive convoy adventure was organised by Jetabout Holidays and held from the 21-28 September 2017. To ensure a better trip experience, participants and cars were kept to a manageable amount. In total, we had seven attendees with Cindy Loo (trip guide and facilitator) and myself included. Chasing the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights) was one of the trip objectives. However, nature being what it is, we were rewarded with Milky...

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5 Ways to Save Money on a Sydney Vacation

Save money Sydney vacation Jensen Chua Singapore Travel Blogger

According The Telegraph (UK) , Sydney is one of the top 20 most expensive cities in the world to visit, having fallen from 5th position in 2014. While that sounds like good news for travellers on a budget, there is no denying this is still an expensive city to visit, right up there with London, Zurich and Paris. What each traveller spend on and does during the vacation will have will effect on the best experience.

The following are 5 ways to save money for those on free and easy...

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6 ‘Must-Do’ activities when you have 72 hours in Sydney

6 Must Do activities Sydney Travel Tips Singapore Travel Blogger

Welcome to my travel tip -"6 'Must-Do' activities when you have 72 hours in Sydney". This gorgeous city has plenty to do and see. But when you have just 72 hours to burn here, I like to suggest 6 must-do activities in early winter for a memorable trip that will have you plan future visits again. So come along and join me on my quick trip Down Under.

Must Do #1 - Visit the Sydney Opera...

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10 Breathtaking Australian locations worth driving for

10 Breathtaking Australian locations worth driving JetBlogger Jensen Chua Photography

During Australia’s spring season, Aussie Specialist, Cindy Loo and myself , headed for a 2 weeks self-drive trip around Sydney and Tasmania that totalled some 3000km. Here are 10 amazing locations that have been shortlisted into this travel guide. Get to know which places in Australia I will recommend anyone planning a Sydney or Tasmania road trip. Rev up your engines and get ready for an epic trip Down Under!

1. Tasmania : Lake Pedder (Southern...

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Chasing the Southern Lights in Tasmania

Chasing Southern Lights Tasmania JetBlogger Jensen Chua and Jetabout Holidays

Welcome to my article on "Chasing the Southern Lights in Tasmania". Whenever the subject of the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights crops up, most people think of Norway, Iceland, or the Arctic.  But with the sun’s 11-year solar cycle coming to an end, these natural wonders are fading and may not be seen as often for another decade.  Fortunately for us in Asia, the Southern Hemisphere has its own light show – the Aurora Australis or Southern Lights.

The Southern Lights is deemed a...

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