The author visits Melbourne's Immigration Museum, sharing insights about Australia's immigration history, recommended by others. They invite readers to explore the museum's exhibitions and stories housed in a historic building. Enjoy the journey!
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The RSL EXPERIENCE in Ararat! Delicious BURGER Foodie Review!
Howdy all! Today it's a FOODIE vlog that I shot on my short day trip to Ararat. Needing a super quick bite because the turn around for the return to Melbourne was around 40 minutes so I found a place that was just a few hundred metres from the station - and that was the …
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Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways and the Velocity Frequent Flyer Program
Hi all. Today it’s another post on the Velocity Frequent Program, a program that should be providing me with a few flights this year – announcement pending! Sorry I’m playing this one REALLY close to my chest. But today is a follow up from my post from late last year on Velocity and their pending …
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Fukuoka in Photos!
The post highlights a photographic exploration of Fukuoka, Kyushu's largest city, featuring notable locations like Fukuoka Tower, Ohori Park, and Kushida Shrine.
Watch THIS before taking VLINE – Melbourne to Ararat on VLINE!
The post invites readers to experience the VLocity train, which claims a top speed of 160 km/h. It discusses ticket purchasing at Southern Cross Station, shares a journey overview from Melbourne through Victoria's countryside, and includes a review of the restroom and seating. Enjoyable travel content is featured.
Double Angus DELIGHT at MJ Mojo Jojo in the Docklands, Melbourne
Folks, another edition of 'Andy's Food Bites' coming at you, from 'The District' at Melbourne's Docklands. I picked this restaurant/cafe MJ Mojo Jojo because it looked interesting enough (not to mention a curious name), and couldn't look past the double Angus Burger. So, how was the service, the ambience and the food at MJ Mojo …
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Dazaifu and Nanzoin – More Fukuoka Day Trips
The blog reflects on visits to Dazaifu and Nanzoin in Kyushu. Dazaifu, historical and vibrant, features the Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine and a small museum, while Nanzoin showcases an impressive 41-meter bronze Buddha. Both towns offer unique cultural experiences.
Unique Harajuku Experiences – The Village Owl Café
The Musashino Café and Bar in Harajuku, Tokyo, features domesticated owls, raising moral questions about animal welfare. While popular among tourists, the author grapples with the ethics of visiting such cafés, noting cultural differences in pet ownership.
China Airlines Business Class Review – Taipei to Melbourne Flight CI 57
The author shares their experience flying with China Airlines, revealing that the airline is based in Taiwan and partners with Qantas. They redeemed 75,000 Qantas points for a Business Class flight from Taiwan to Melbourne. The review includes insights about the airport lounge, seat comfort, food, and amenities.
So 2025, this is what I’m planning…
Howdy all. Well, the year is chugging along here, and well it’s announcement time – this year I am taking the chance to travel AROUND THE WORLD! That is the big travel project on the cards, touch wood, for 2025. My first ever solo trip in 1999 was an around the world trip, taking in …