Month: April 2020

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Join Small Group Tours In Melbourne &Victoria And Experience The Best Of Australia Tourism

  • Post Author By Brayden
  • Post Date April 16, 2020
Join Small Group Tours In Melbourne &Victoria And Experience The Best Of Australia Tourism
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When you are a tourist in Australia and seek for group tours in Melbourne and Victoria, the best way to do is join the small group tours comprising of a maximum of 11 tourists only. This provides the ideal way to explore each area properly, without missing any of it. And this is the reason why small group tours in Melbourne & Victoria have grown to be so popular around the region.

What do group tours in Melbourne and Victoria offer?

These are some of the basic and most popular destinations that the tour offer, but along with these, are various more options to choose from. These can be optional and charge a few extra bucks.

  1. Melbourne and Victoria City Tour

The best thing about small group tours in Melbourne & Victoria tour comes in the form of a complete tour around the two famous cities. The package offers a 2-day tour across Victoria whereas a half-day tour across Melbourne.

Victoria tour is divided into two days, where you get to see the iconic Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, Mornington Peninsula, Otway Forest, the Great Ocean Road Ecolodge and many more. You can enjoy both the scenic locations and native wildlife (Kangaroos, Koalas, and penguins) across the places. Whereas for Melbourne, famous attractions like the Albert Park Lake, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 cannot be ignored.

  1. Echuca Tour

A 9-hour tour especially made for small groups of people, takes you to Victoria’s gateway to the Murray River, Echuca. Here in Echuca, you get a chance to travel in old-fashioned paddle steamer along the Murray River, this is an experience of a lifetime.

Then there are cruises to jump into. You also get to see the gum tree-lined riverbanks and also the heritage buildings located in the twin towns across river Moama. A tour across the Bendigo city and an hour walking across the streets of Echuca are also included.

  1. Yarra Valley

A 4-hour tour through the famous Yarra Valley wineries includes wine tasting at 3 of the most popular wineries across the valley, and also a local cheese tasting platter at one of the finest wineries. The taste of wine with the valley’s cool climate and stunning background makes it even worthwhile.

How to book a small group tour in Melbourne and Victoria?

The process of booking a small group tour is quite easy. Visit any of the online tour agents or sites and fill up the necessary details. Details required will be the name, email, and personal contact information whereas booking details include the date of the tour, number of tourists and the places of the tour. After this is finalized, confirm your booking by paying the required amount through credit cards and everything will be set accordingly.

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A Useful Guide for First Time Flyers

  • Post Author By Brayden
  • Post Date April 8, 2020

It was more than a century ago, in 1902, when Orville and Wilbur Wright became the first human being to fly. Their aircraft took flight over Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, for just 120 metres, but changed the course of history.

That first flight was extremely difficult for the Wright brothers, but the same does not have to be true when you fly. With the support of the internet, you can get half the job done right from the comfort of your home, from booking flight ticket online to checking in. All you need to do is be at the airport on time to actually travel.

Here are some things you should know as a first-time flyer, for a smooth and hassle-free trip.

1.   Learn About Airport Procedures

A couple of day before you fly, make sure you read all the airport procedures. Make sure you check the baggage weight allowed and weigh your luggage to be sure it is within the weight allowance limit. Read about the materials that you can take on the flight. They can also be restrictions regarding jewelry, alcohol and drugs.

2.   Make a Checklist

Create a checklist of all the clothes and items you want to carry. Also, ensure you have all your documents ready, including a copy of the e-ticket or physical ticket, ID proof and passport. Make sure these documents are accessible at all times.

3.   Online Check-in

Most people have started booking their flight tickets online, but often forget to check-in online too. A majority of the airlines offer online check-in facilities, which can save you from long queues at the airport, while allowing you to choose your preferred seat. This saves a lot of time and hassle.

4.   Arrive Early

Make sure that you reach at least 2 to 3 hours before your flight. You never know how busy the airport might be or how much time might go in the various procedures, such as security checks or immigration. You should keep some extra time in hand, just to be safe. Check-in counters usually open around 2-4 hours before the flight.

5.   The Different Type of Baggage

There are 3 types of baggage and should you know what each one is meant for.

·         Checked Baggage

This is the baggage that is stored inside the hold of the aircraft and cannot be accessed during the flight. These can be bigger than other baggage and also have fewer restrictions regarding what you can carry. This baggage has to be dropped off, after being weighed at the check-in site.

·         Carry-on Baggage

This is baggage that you keep with you during the flight. It usually has lower weight allowance and smaller dimension requirements. This has to be taken through security and only a limited number of items can be taken in it. Flights generally do not allow you to take liquids unless they are less than 100ml in quantity.

·         Personal Items

These are generally a handbag, a laptop bag or a small rucksack. The allowed size and weight of personal items is much less than other types baggage.

6.   Stay Calm

For first-time flyers, taking a flight can be a bit overwhelming. Here are some tips that can help you stay calm:

  • Only drink water before the flight
  • Eat chewing gum during take-off and landing
  • Keep yourself entertained, bring a book or listen to some music

Other than these, mark your luggage and of course don’t forget booking your flight ticket well in advance.