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Fiji’s Likuliku Lagoon Resort Named Best Overseas Resort

Dario — Wed, 05 May 2010 20:17:32 +0000

Unique Couples Escape in Fiji Makes Luxury Travel Magazine’s 2010 Gold List

Likuliku Lagoon Resort Fiji was named to Australia’s Luxury Travel Magazine’s 2010 Gold List, an annual reader’s poll. Since opening its doors in 2007, the Resort has consistently received glowing reviews from travellers across the globe.

The Likuliku Lagoon Resort features overwater bures and beach bures unmatched in intimacy and luxury. Focused on all things Fiji, the Resort’s design and service embody the spirit of Fijian pride and culture. Delicious food, relaxing spa treatments, and crystal blue ocean waters tantalize the senses.

Have a look at our Fiji Likuliku Honeymoon vacation and get a feel for the true romantic spirit of Fiji.

America’s Next Top Model in New Zealand

Dario — Tue, 04 May 2010 21:03:38 +0000

For 3 episodes, Tyra Banks and America’s Next Top Model will be in New Zealand. The show airs Wednesdays on the CW, culminating on May 12th, 2010. In this promo video, Ms. Banks talks about the exciting and exotic culture of New Zealand, noting delicious food, edgy fashion (including Karen Walker), and the warm, pure disposition of the people of New Zealand.

For more information on the program, visit GoNewZealand.com, or visit our New Zealand vacations page for travel information.

Fiji: Yasawa Island Resort Closed for Repairs

Dario — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:17:29 +0000

The Yasawa Island Resort in Fiji will be closed for a few months to repair damage caused by fire. A fire on December 24th, 2009 damaged the resort’s main complex which housed a restaurant, bar, kitchen, stores, boutique, offices and library. No one was injured during the fire. The resort did not specify the cause. The Yasawa Island Resort hopes to reopen by October 1st, 2010.

The Yasawa Island Resort was chosen for the Tripadvisor Top 10 Exotic Beach Destinations in 2008, was the Leading Spa Resort of the 2007 World Travel Awards, and was voted Conde Nast magazine’s Most Romantic Hideaway, South Pacific, Caribbean, Altantic 2006.

Australia Bushfire Update

Dario — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:24:42 +0000

Extreme heat and winds on Saturday, February 7th resulted in severe bushfires across parts of the Australian state of Victoria. Use the map below for more details:

While many towns have been affected by the fires, Melbourne and many other areas of Victoria have not. Melbourne Airport has not been affected, and metropolitan rail and bus transport continues to service Melbourne. For more information, please visit the official website of Melbourne.

If you wish to donate to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal, please visit the Australian Red Cross website.

Last Tuesday, SeeANZ attended a fundraiser event in Chicago organized by the Victorian government. Proceeds from the event and other activites have raised over $18,500 thus far.