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How to Experience Brisbane for Free During Your Visit – Discover a Splendid City in Australia!

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 Brisbane is a beautiful sunshine city with a lot to offer for any visitor. However, you may think that traveling and exploring things in Brisbane is quite expensive. While it is nice to visit expensive museums and restaurants, there are several things that you can do at no cost at all. Here are a few experiences that you may want to check out.   1. A dip at Streets Beach This is a lagoon-style water body situated in the middle of the city. There is a boat pool and an aquatic water park in the same compound as well and all of this is completely free. So if you want to take a quick dip in the water, this is an ideal place to be.   2. The Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art Queensland Art Gallery | Image via flickr Also known as the QAGOMA, The Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art is also situated in the middle of the city close to most  Milton accommodation . While some key exhibitions require you to buy tickets, there are plenty of da...

How to plan a perfect trip to Doha

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  The capital of Qatar is no longer just a transit hub. It has become a new travel destination with history, art, culture and the spell of the desert to discover. Doha is also a bustling city, and there is much fun to be had in terms of modern luxury and delectable cuisine. Let us explore how to plan a trip to Doha in detail. What is the best time to visit Doha? Qatar is a warm and sunny country with very little rainfall. The best months to be in Doha, Qatar would be between October and late April. You will find plenty of sunshine, but temperatures are comfortable. However, remember to skip visiting during Ramadan as most restaurants won’t function during that period. This is because it is illegal to eat and drink in public from sunrise to sunset during the holy month. You may miss out on the chance to enjoy eating at the  best restaurants in Doha . Also, it is advisable to sort out your accommodation well in advance before your visit. There are plenty of hotel and apartment o...

How to Explore Toowoomba with These Unique Things – Discover an Intriguing Town

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Toowoomba is a fusion of serene country charm and the energy and vibrance of a city. If you are someone who enjoys long walks in the countryside, this is the place for you. However, if you are someone who enjoys art galleries, coffee shops, and cocktail bars, Toowoomba will also impress you. Here are a few unique things that you can do in the city.   1. Enjoy the beautiful views Have you ever dreamt of not doing anything but looking at something beautiful for hours? If yes, you can do plenty of that during your time in Toowoomba. You can leave early from your holiday accommodation, for example, Oaks Toowoomba Hotel, and find your way to Picnic Point. While there, you can set up a picnic on a blanket and just take in the breathtaking views of the Great Diving Range.   2. Take a walk down historical wonders The Cobb+Co Museum in Toowoomba is a great place to immerse yourself in century-old history. It takes you back to the time of steam trains and carriages. Here, one will be ab...

How to Have a Perfect Surf Vacation in the Maldives - Tips for Organising a Successful Surfing Holiday in the Maldivian Archipelago

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 Ranked among the world's most popular surfing hotspots, the Maldives offers avid and newbie surfers a playground to test their skills against the forces of nature. Providing ideal conditions for engaging in wave riding for most of the year, one could hardly imagine a more breathtaking location for a surfing safari. From finding the right base to hitting all the surfing hotspots in the northern, southern and central atolls, here are some tips to help your next surfing getaway in the Maldives.  1. Timing the Tour When planning any holiday that involves water sports activities and spending time outdoors, it is crucial to make sure the timing of your surfing trip is suitable for your favourite pastime. While the Maldives is a great beach holiday hub all year round, the same cannot be said for surfing activities as there are times of the year when it is quite frankly too dangerous to head out in the water with a surfboard. The best time to go surfing in the Maldives typically fall...

How To Discover 3 Days in Broome, Australia – Explore a Beautiful Town in the Land of Kangaroos!

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  Broome is considered to be of the most exciting and unique towns in Australia. It is situated on the coast where the continent meets the sea. Broome is unique for having a diverse cultural background inspired by Aboriginal, Japanese and Chinese communities. There are also interesting natural history-related findings in Broome, which makes it further interesting. Here are a few tips for your next trip to Broome. 1. What to expect While the town of Broome itself is wonderful to explore and wander around, there are some key activities that you should enjoy while holidaying at a property such as Oaks Broome Hotel. Firstly, take time to discover and explore the rather unique history of the town. The historic tales revolve around both people and large animals. Secondly, this is one of the few places in the country where you can ride a camel at sunset on a beautiful stretch of beach. Lastly, take some time to visit the Dampier Peninsula. You can get around in the car, which is the easie...

How to Plan a Trip to the Maldives - A comprehensive guide for the first-timers!

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Generally speaking, the Maldives is considered a luxury getaway rather than a location for budget travelers. If you plan your vacation down to the smallest detail, you will be saving a lot of money on your trip. As a result, smart preparation may help you get the most out of whatever place you choose to visit. Here are a few pointers for your Maldives holiday to make it more enjoyable.  Airfare  Plane tickets are notorious for eating up a large chunk of your cash. Connecting flights from locations such as Colombo are available at a somewhat lower cost if you look into it. So, it is an alternative that you might need to check out. It is important to know that in order to go to your hotel or resort, you will need to find another method of transport from the airport. This may be accomplished via the use of a speed boat or a seaplane. You may be required to pay for this journey, while certain resorts and hotels may provide complimentary transfers to and from the hotel, allowin...

How To Spend Your Long Weekend in Brisbane – Discover a Popular City

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  Long weekends are God-sent holidays. Not only do you get to rejuvenate from your long week of work, but you also get an extra day to do something fun. Brisbane is an excellent location for your long weekend holiday. It is filled with beautiful beaches, wildlife, mountains, restaurants, bars, cultural experiences, and more. If you are hoping to visit Brisbane this long weekend, here are a few things to look out for. 1. Day 1 – discovery Brisbane Skyline | Image via Unsplash The best thing to do on your first day in Brisbane is to take an on-foot tour of the city. This will allow you to get a broad view of Brisbane and its culture, history, and beauty. The city is filled with beautiful hidden paths, quaint little coffee shops, art galleries, and more. This way, you can earmark some places that you would want to visit during the next few days. You can also identify places that are close to your accommodation the likes of Oaks Brisbane on Felix Suites. This way, you can reserve them ...

How To Explore Townsville Through a Road Trip – Discover a Colourful City

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  Townsville is an urban city that is situated on the north-eastern coast of Queensland. It is a city that is sunny and bright most months of the year and is close to the Great Barrier Reef, making it a very special destination. Townsville is also a famous road trip destination. If you are trying to plan your next road trip, this is an option that you should consider.  1. Getting to Townsville The road trip from Brisbane to your holiday accommodation such as Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites will be a truly picturesque one. You will pass through a range of different landscapes including beautiful beaches, mountains, cities, and natural wonders. Once in Townsville, it won’t be enough just to drive around in your car. Instead, Townsville is best explored both by water and land.  2. Cleveland Bay This is considered to be the pride and joy of Townsville. Most of the   Townsville Australia hotels  are situated close to it. There is a golden beach that extends for miles ...

How to eat like a local in Qatar

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Qatari cuisine is delectable and packs a veritable mix of flavors from different regions across the world such as Africa, India, and Mediterranean countries. But what exactly do the locals eat? And what are the dining secrets that make local food taste its best? In this brief guide, we discuss how to eat like a local in Qatar. What do locals eat in Qatar? Camel meat dish Biryani in Qatar | Imae via pixabay Arguably, Majboos is the most loved dish in Qatar. This wholesome dish is made with rice, vegetables, meat and infused with spices. Then there is camel meat, which goes either in your Majboos or gets wrapped in shawarma. But first, the meat is cooked for a while to get that tender texture. Fatayer is another popular dish; a type of pie made with spinach, meat and cheese. You can order these dishes wherever you go in Qatar whether you are at restaurants based in  serviced apartments in Doha  or at street food markets. But, if you are lucky enough to visit a Qatari home, the f...

How to Choose the Perfect Maldives Resort

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Ranked among the world's most visited beach holiday hubs, the Maldives boasts some of the finest accommodation options on the planet. Maldivian accommodation hubs are some of the most luxurious rests in the region. From deciding on what type of guest quarters is suitable to picking a venue with an advantageous location, here are some practical guidelines on choosing the perfect resort for your getaway in paradise. 1. Guestroom Types Maldives Overwater villas | Image via Ozen Maadhoo official site Maldivian resorts not only include overwater villas and beach houses but a gamut of guestrooms that can vary from deluxe guestrooms to spacious beach villas with several rooms and a living area. Depending on your budget, it is necessary to choose a resort base that offers the type of room or holiday rest you envision for your getaway in the Maldives. Whether it's the OZEN Life Maadhoo or any other resort offering  Maldives all-inclusive package  options, one must make sure the types o...