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Saturday, December 31, 2011

As a traveller aboard a Contiki tour you will see all types of people and places. With the array of destinations along the way, comes an array of nightlife activities. While many places have no dress code requirements, there are certain nights on tour when everybody dresses ‘to the 9’s’ for a big night out.

Large cities such as Las Vegas and New York are prime spots to ‘gussy up’ and hit the town. For girls this means nice tops and shoes. Guys should remember that button down shirts are usually a must for clubs in these places and tennis shoes and thongs are a definite no-no. Jeans are acceptable but remember to pack your best dancing shoes for those party nights on tour!

Friday, December 16, 2011

Although everyone loves a great tan…many of people do not realise how harsh the Australian sun is. Make sure you wear sunscreen…SPF 30 is good. I have seen people ruin their holidays by roasting themselves and then getting terrible burns! So slip, slop, slap!!

Thursday, December 01, 2011

What to pack for travel to other parts of the world

The following is a suggested packing list for a Contiki winter tour to Europe.

People are individuals though and often have personal preferences and opinions as to what to bring. The following then is not a definitive list, but should give you a good guide as to what you should pack for your European winter tour.

Clothes

• 1 rainproof jacket/small umbrella
• 1 or 2 shorts/skirts
• 1 thick sweater
• 1 swimwear (some hotels may have pools)
• 2 or 3 pairs of jeans
• 2 or 3 T-shirts
• Underwear (lots)
• Socks (lots)
• 2 or 3 casual shirts
• Trousers
• Dresses
• 1 set of smart clothes (eg tie, blazer, jacket or suit for evenings out while on tour)
• 1 thick, warm jacket
• scarf, gloves and warm winter hat

Shoes

• Comfortable walking shoes – waterproof if possible – snow is cold and wet
• Thongs/flipflops/sandals
• ‘Going out’ shoes

Toiletries

• Toiletry bag
• Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Deodorant
• Make up, moisturizers and hair products
• Suntan lotion – just because it’s cold doesn’t mean there is no sun
• Handkerchiefs/tissues
• Insect repellent
• Lip balm

Miscellaneous

• Travel Clock
• Sunglasses
• Plastic bags
• Washing powder
• Sewing kit
• Aspirins/medications
• Pens and writing materials
• Rechargeable phone card
• Power adapters
• Day bag
• Overnight bag

Label your suitcase inside and out with your name and your home address and perhaps attach a sticker, ribbon, patch or other unique identifier to your luggage to make it easier to spot.

Carry a copy of your passport, visas, travel and other important documents as well as your travellers cheque numbers (if you use them) with you in your luggage. You should also leave a copy of all this information at home with someone trusted and contactable while you are away.

Don’t pack your travel documents and passport in your luggage, rather take it with you in your carry luggage.

Remember to bring more than enough of any medication you might need along with you and carry prescriptions for any medications that you carry with you.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

It is a good idea to carry insect spray with you when you are traveling in Australia. The insects you are most likely come in contact with are flies and mosquitoes. Although not dangerous, their bites can drive you crazy with an itch! You can buy some at a chemist (pharmacy) or at a local supermarket.

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

$150 off Contiki trips!

Valid for travel from 10/10/11 through 12/31/12. Non-refundable $200 deposit required to secure booking. Full payment required 45 days prior to departure. Not combinable with other dollar or percentage off promotions. Offer valid for US residents booking through travel agencies located in the US. Restrictions apply.