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Travelling Down Under: East Coast vs West Coast

Posted on April 3, 2012 by admin

When you’re travelling to Australia, it helps to know that Aussies love a bit of competition and interstate rivalry is no different. Those on the eastern seaboard are constantly locking horns with their western counterparts, arguing on who has it … Continue reading →

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Mining in Australia – It’s Booming!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by admin

The Mother Lode of Australian Economy Mining has long been a major source of the Australian economy. Silver and copper, discovered in 1840, were some of the first minerals to be unearthed in Southern Australia. However, it was gold, discovered … Continue reading →

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18 Things That Make Australia A Wonderful Destination For Travelers

Posted on March 28, 2012 by admin

Australia, as we know, is a fabulous destination for anyone who loves natural beauty and magnificent sights. If a seasoned traveler to Australia were asked to list out 18 things that make Australia an unbeatable destination, which items do you … Continue reading →

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Cycling the East Coast of Tasmania

Posted on March 23, 2012 by admin

Everyone who visits Tasmania comes back raving about it. Those who decide to see Tasmania as you can see it best, by bicycle, often come back speechless. The limitations of time may limit your cycling tour to one coast or … Continue reading →

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Driverless Car Developments and Distracted Driving

Posted on March 22, 2012 by admin

We’ve all wished, driving those endless stretches of highway, that we had a machine that could just make the drive for us. As it turns out, self-driving cars might be a reality sooner than you might think.

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11 Travel Essentials for Long Plane Rides

Posted on March 22, 2012 by admin

A long flight usually means a destination that’s worth the trip. Unfortunately, the trip itself can be daunting and uncomfortable. Hour after hour on a crowded airplane is enough to leave anyone feeling worn out and cranky. Here are some … Continue reading →

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Gel Batteries versus Wet Lead Acid Batteries

Posted on March 22, 2012 by admin

Rechargeable batteries have come a long way since they were first invented by French physicist Gaston Planté in 1859, but the basis of the wet lead acid battery has stayed the same, just constructed a little more efficiently and safely.

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5 Tips for Reducing Jet Lag on International Flights

Posted on March 21, 2012 by admin

These days, the world of business is global. At the same time, the advent of technology has made it so running a global business doesn’t necessarily mean global travel. Nevertheless, there are some things that require a personal touch, and … Continue reading →

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Are New Cars Getting Uglier?

Posted on March 19, 2012 by admin

Over the last few years, car designers seem to have started chasing a more “space age” look.  The core design of the vehicles is the same.  I suppose it has to be.  There are only so many ways you can … Continue reading →

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Can a Family of 6 Live in a Caravan?

Posted on March 16, 2012 by admin

The concept of a caravan, as a place to sleep and live, has been welcomed by a vast number of people all over the world. With a substantial decrease in the living expenditures, people having no homes have found caravans … Continue reading →

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