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Win a short break cruise with P&O

P&O Cruises has launched a new Facebook app designed to help holidaymakers plan a ...

Travelling the world with food

Not everyone is fortunate enough to be able to travel the world, but there ...

Short breaks in an RV

If you think that a recreational vehicle (RV) is only for those long trips ...

$3648 French Barging Holiday

Take a barge trip with French Travel Connection

$299 Whale watching holiday

Australia’s East Coast plays host to the humpback whales

Win New Year’s Eve in Vienna

For a while now I’ve felt that New Year’s Eve is a massive anti-climax. ...

House sitting – affordable accommodation

Housesitting can offer some amazing overseas accommodation experiences.

Europe for friends $999

I am seriously considering making Europe a reality once and for all

$99 Family pass to Lake Mountain

Lake Mountain is offering a family pass for two adults and two children for ...

$1698 SA Fly, Cruise, Rail & Stay Package

Discover South Australia with this six-night package. Cruise the Murray River, stay in the ...

First impressions count

According to Tourism Australia, international visitor numbers have been positive in 2012 with a three ...

$246 3-night Great Ocean Road stay

Stay at the Anglesea Beachfront Holiday Park for three nights for $246.

The world is your oyster

If you’re a train enthusiast planning your next trip or are thinking of taking ...

Get the London Pass

With the start of the Olympic Games less than 90 days away and Queen ...

Over 60s save more

Eurail passes offer some of the best value rail travel in Europe and if ...

See Europe with a Eurail pass

Make your way through Europe at your own pace with the flexibility of a ...

Two-for-one museum entry

Culture Connect enables you to save money with two-for-one entry offers to many of ...

$550 5-day deluxe motorhome hire

Enjoy a five-day adventure from $550 for a deluxe motorhome with KEA Campers.

$179 Five-Star Gold Coast Hotel

Enjoy two nights on the Gold Coast at Jupiter’s Hotel and Casino for just $179 ...

Darwin Military Museum

The Darwin Military Museum is located between the original gun emplacements, positioned to protect the ...

$545 3-night Hamilton Island escape with flights

Escape the winter chill and visit sunny Hamilton Island from $545 per person, twin ...

$115 Melbourne hotel with wine and chocolate

Stay in a standard room at the Crossley Hotel in Melbourneand save 30 per ...

$1529 QLD 11-night cruise

Cruise in luxury through tropical North Queensland for $1529 per person.

Save up to $940 per couple

Just released - APT Tasmania – 2012/13 - travel at 2011 ...

Two days on Phillip Island

Rest and restoration form the main agenda on Victoria’s Phillip Island.

Tipperary

It’s a long way to Tipperary, it’s a long way to go… or so ...

Welcome to the Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre

Born in Belfast, the Titanic is quickly approaching its centenary and throughout the island ...

$119 Perth west end hotel

How often do you see a discounted Perth hotel? Jump on this unusual deal ...

Getting to the Cape

At 77 years of age, YOURLifeChoices subscriber Norine isn’t letting her age ...

World’s rudest nation

So who is the world’s rudest nation? In a poll run by Skyscanner of ...

Enjoy ‘mates rates’ on Greyhound Australia

Travelling by bus is often the most affordable option for seniors and now it’s ...

Travelling alone doesn’t have to be lonely

You love the idea of hitting the open road in your retirement. You have ...

The best night’s sleep in Melbourne

My pet peeve when staying in a city centre hotel is being kept awake ...

State motoring associations

Thinking of hitting the road? These major state motoring associations are the first port ...

Q&A Cruising Solo

YOURLifeChoices reader Frank doesn’t want to pay full price for a double ...

Kimberley Cruising on the Orion

Geraldine McGrath, a friend of the YOURLifeChoices team, had always fancied a ...

Outback QLD 4WD with APT – 2012

The sights and experiences of Queensland are as colourful and diverse as its landscapes. ...

Tuscan discovery

If you’re not quite ready to make it to Italy for a European spring ...

Voyage of Mediterranean Discovery

Spring is one of the most delightful times to visit Europe and enjoy the ...

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, Dunedin, NZ

My family on my father’s side travelled from Scotlandin the 1800s and settled in ...

Save on your Canadian adventure

Trafalgar offers you an insider’s look at Canada. Leave the crowds behind and discover the ...

Family fun

When you’re taking the trip of a lifetime, sharing it with your nearest and ...

Meet the locals

Trafalgar offers the unique opportunity to spend time with the locals. You can share ...

Free fun around Australia

Given that it takes such a long time to travel overseas, interstate travel is ...

Five ways to travel for free… almost

Travel doesn’t have to cost the earth. In some cases it doesn’t have to ...

Exploring Samatya

If you look on most maps, you won't find Samatya. That's because the modern ...

Malaysian festivals and events

From mystical spiritual festivals, to shopping extravaganzas and world-class sporting events.

Luxury China & Vietnam with APT - 2012 / 2013

Fly free to China and Vietnam including taxes* - saving up to $3,200 per ...

Day trips for singles

YOURLifeChoices subscriber Alma has no problem keeping herself busy but now and ...

Technology on the go

Life on the road can be hard, but when you have access to the ...

Arty farty hotels for $139

You’re kidding me! Melbourne now boasts not one, not two but ...

Top Travel Deal Websites

There are so many travel deals on offer at the moment that sorting through ...

State tourism authorities

When travelling around Australia state tourism authorities are the first port of call for ...

Pets on holiday

Kennels and catteries often become booked out over the Christmas and New Year period. ...

House swap, sit or stay

Want to put a plug on the financial drain of accommodation costs, and enjoy ...

Centrelink on the road

You may not think it's important to advise Centrelink when you're going on holiday, ...

Plan your trip

Getting caught short miles from the nearest public toilet can be embarrassing, painful and ...

The heavenly bed

There are many reasons to stay at the Westin Hotel in Sydney - the ...

How to find the cheapest flights

Finding cheap flights can be tricky if you don’t know where to start your ...

Great singles cruise deals

Mediterranean: 14 nights from only $1708 per person Join this breathtaking 14 night ...

Sets children free - no hassle, no worries and no cost!

MSC Cruises welcomes families to uncover the ideal cruise getaway. Ancient history, warm sunny ...

MSC Yacht Club voted number one

Everyone enjoys a little luxury when travelling. It doesn’t come much more luxurious than ...

Budget airlines take to the skies

With more travellers mindful of the rising cost of air travel, budget airlines are ...

What can be insured?

These days you can insure against giving birth to twins or having to cancel ...

Travelling with medication

Travelling with medication can be a daunting task – every country seems to have ...

Editor’s choice - Pokie-free Las Vegas

Ok, so I know most people go to Las Vegas for the bright lights ...

Canada’s Maritime Provinces by rail

The beginning of our Eastern Canadian VIA Rail adventure is a little underwhelming. ...

Australia: Where to Go App

Whether you are visiting an unknown part of Australia or taking a trip into ...

Are there any pitfalls to hiring a car I should be aware of?

Minimise any problems.

Travel Q&A - Staying in touch while on the road

Q. I am planning a long caravan trip around Australia and want ...

Travel Q&A - Mobile Internet

Q. I want to be able to check my emails and research ...

Take a trip off the beaten track

For travellers looking for an off-the-beaten-track experience, Malaysia is the perfect destination.

Malaysia plates up the perfect gourmet getaway

With its mixture of bustling hawker markets, high-end dining and local specialities, Malaysia is ...

Editor's Choice - Glorious Glasgow on a budget

I appreciate that not many people will choose to travel to Glasgow solely on ...

Cosmopolitan Kuala Lumpur

With luxe hotels, high-end and boutique shopping, and sumptuous dining options.

Malaysian festival and events

Malaysia’s rich and diverse culture is celebrated with a large range of festivals and ...

Indulge in your dream island getaway on Malaysia’s east coast

The east coast of the Malaysian Peninsula is home to some of the country's most ...

Budget breaks in Kuala Lumpur

Above all else, Kuala Lumpur is a great value destination. Last year, Malaysia was ...

Head to Malaysia Borneo

Malaysian Borneo is a nature and adventure lover’s paradise.  From Mt Kinabalu, to the ...

Getaway to gorgeous Georgetown

For a holiday rich in culture, history and relaxation you can’t go past Georgetown, ...

Set off to sensational Sabah

The coastline of Sabah is a paradise of alluring beaches and island retreats. Sabah ...

Volunteering overseas

Volunteering overseas, sometimes called voluntourism, is all about giving something back while you travel. ...

In the Captain’s safe hands

Captain Jonathon Mercer has been at sea for 40 years, ever since he didn’t ...

All aboard - MS Nieuw Amsterdam

As Kaye waves goodbye to Barcelona her journey is just beginning. The game plan ...

Which Travel Technology is right for you?

The 21 st century holiday mindset has shifted from 'getting away from it ...

Affordable Asia

For the armchair traveller keen to enjoy an Asian adventure, here’s a snapshot of three ...

Blue Cliffs Retreat

Sometimes it’s nice to get away from it all, including other tourists. Blue Cliffs ...

Saving on the road

Keeping to a budget when travelling around is one way to make your money ...

Free wifi on the go

As more people start to use smartphones and laptops in their day-to-day lives, the ...

Top ten caravan parks

More Australians are packing up and hitting the road for an extended period of time. Thanks to a new App finding a place to camp has just got easier. YOURLifeChoices highlights the top ten caravan park locations you may want to try. The Find ...

See a grizzly graze

As Spring emerges in British Columbia, the great coastal grizzly bears shake off the ...

Centrelink asset clarification - Mobile home

YOURLifeChoices subscriber, George, loves his life on the open road but is confused as to why his mobile home is classed as an asset. Q. George I noticed one of the answers in the Q&A stated that the primary home is ...