Events, exhibitions, and memorials are being staged to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic in 1912.
Australia: Nearly Half of Baby Boomers Travel Overseas Each Year
Nearly half of Australians older than 50 travel overseas at least once a year, and 83 per cent cross state lines. Those over 60 are the fastest growing outbound sector.
Environment: World’s Top 10 Sustainable Tourism Bodies
Ecotourism Australia and nine other national bodies have been recognized by the Globa Sustainable Tourism Countil for their commitment to sustainability
Australia: Turtle Hatching Season, Now Through March
January through March is the best time to observe turtle hatching season in Queensland, Australia.
Australia: Top Six Family Friendly Campgrounds in Queensland
An increasing number of Australian families are spending their holidays at campgrounds and caravan parks. The top 6 sites in Queensland.
Corporate Greed: Holidays Ruined by Last Minute Canceled Tours
Many travelers booking tours have had them canceled at the last minute even though they had guaranteed group departures, Albatross Tours of Australia warns.
Australia: at 83, Lloyd Pouton Makes 40th Climb Up Sydney Bridge
An 83 year old has climbed Sydney Harbour Bridge for the 40th time and plans to do so again on his 84th birthday.
Hong Kong’s Morgan Parker to Embark on 20,000 Kilometre Motorcycle Expedition for Charity
Morgan Parker to travel from 20,000 kilometres fon motor bike from Hong Kong to his native Australia through 10 countries in Asia to raiser money for 10 charities.
Eight Wonders of the Modern World
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the Eight Wonders of the Modern World - an introduction.