Monday, December 22, 2008

Hobart Summer Festival

This is a local festival where people come together to celebrate the arrival of summer,and demonstrates what Tasmania is all about. Hobart welcomes friends and visitors, to celebrate the arts, share good food, wine and conversation. The waterfront around Salamanca Place buzzes with activity as yachts come and go, buskers, musicians and performers entertain the crowds. For more reads, take a gander at Motorhome hire Australia Travel Info Site

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Caroline Bay Carnival

This summer the Carnival is expected to be as big as other years with the variety of activities and entertainment including the amazing midnight New Years Eve fireworks display. The amazing midnight New Years Eve fireworks display is a must to see and a excellent night of family entertainment. The holidaymakers are treated to fairground style rides, free daily concerts, along with a variety of activities such as Inflatables, Mini Golf, Truck & Trailer Rig, Amac Bungy Trampoline, Train Rides and events and competitions along with entertainment by popular New Zealand artists. The event starts at 10am in Timaru and everyone is invited! Read more at Motorhome hire New Zealand for more info on Caroline Bay Carnival.

Monday, December 15, 2008

Newport’s Christmas Boat Parade

Newport’s Christmas Boat Parade has been judged one of the top ten holiday events in the country by the New York Times. The boats promenade along a 14-mile route and range from modest small craft to imposing trophy yachts. Many are elaborately decorated, with outlandish Christmas decorations and squadrons of carollers. Over a million spectators turn out during the course of the event for the nightly parades that illuminate the Los Angeles’ town. Read more at Motorhome rental USA Travel.

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Rhythm and Vines

Spend New Year’s Eve enjoying music and fireworks at the Rhythm and Vines festival on Gisborne’s Waiohika Estate. The Kiwi city is the closest in the world to the International Date Line and the first to welcome the New Year. For more reads, check out Motorhome hire New Zealand Travel Site.

Rhythm and Vines

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Winterfest Boat Parade 2008

All set for 6:30PM on December 13,2008? Check out Fort Lauderdale for a spectacular sight where over 100 lighted boats promenade along the Intracoastal Waterway through Fort Lauderdale, Winterfest Boat Parade is Florida’s most-watched boat parade. Read more at Campervan hire Australia Travel

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

This Week on Travel

Waimate Strawberry Fare

Every December, residents of Waimate paint the town red with a never-ending sea of strawberries as part of the Waimate Strawberry Fare, celebrating the little red fruit and its substantial contribution to the area’s economy. Read more at Campervan hire New Zealand Travels

Homebake 08

Homebake is a massive annual music festival that is exclusively for Australian bands. Held at The Domain in Sydney during the heat of early December, the sell-out event has become an annual institution, with four stages of live home-grown music. The event teams up with Amnesty International for its 2008 theme of “Peace in the Park!”………read full story

Bozeman Ice Festival

The Bozeman Ice Festival features lectures and workshops with some of the best ice climbers in the world. Whether you’re an expert or a beginner, the event aims to teach you something new and improve your skills. The Bozeman Ice Festival is reaching new heights. …..read more

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Missed Updates on Travel!

Adelaide Challenge
Planning on going to Glenelg Beach? Lucky you, the Triathlon Australia presents the Challenge Series, a sequence of multisport events that takes place across the country between November and April. The Adelaide Challenge at Glenelg Beach is the first of the series and it’ll be in Glenelg Beach………read full story

Coromandel Dive Festival
The Coromandel Dive Festival off the coast of the Coromandel Peninsula is a refreshing chance to escape the summer heat. Scuba fans can immerse themselves in underwater photography competitions, chocolate scallop hunts, the Scuba Olympics and a Roman Toga Ball…. read more

Light Parade
Downtown Jacksonville rings in the festive season with its annual Light Parade, which includes a parade of boats down St John’s River and the famous “waterfall” fireworks on the Main Street and Acosta bridges. If you’re there, jot down on your planner - 7 p.m. At Downtown Riverfront…..read more

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Thursday, November 27, 2008

Light Parade

Downtown Jacksonville rings in the festive season with its annual Light Parade, which includes a parade of boats down St John’s River and the famous “waterfall” fireworks on the Main Street and Acosta bridges. If you’re there, jot down on your planner - 7 p.m. At Downtown Riverfront and take a look at the US RV Rental and Holiday Site for more details.

Adelaide Challenge

Planning on going to Glenelg Beach? Lucky you, the Triathlon Australia presents the Challenge Series, a sequence of multisport events that takes place across the country between November and April. The Adelaide Challenge at Glenelg Beach is the first of the series and it’ll be in Glenelg Beach when you take a campervan hire Australia travel.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Martin Place Christmas Concert and Tree Lighting

Christmas is coming and it’s only a few weeks away! Everyone is put into the holiday spirit as early as November 27 in Martin Place, Between Pitt and Castlereagh Streets, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Read more info at Campervan hire Australia Travel and More!

Martin Place Christmas Concert and Tree Lighting

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Yellowstone Ski Festival

For many, the Yellowstone Ski Festival marks the beginning of the winter ski season. Skiers from all over the country visit Yellowstone National Park to enjoy the wonderfully deep snow, discuss their sport and participate in clinics and ski sales.There are specially organised races for those who are already hooked, but the event welcomes beginners - let’s face it, where else could you find so many experts on hand to give you advice on starting out? Read on at the Travel Holiday and US RV Rental

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

The Genesis Energy Lake to Lighthouse Challenge

Are you the sporty type? Enjoy New Zealand’s newest and most challenging Multisport Event ever. Take 196 km of stunning native bush tracks, back country roads and rivers from the beautiful Lake Waikaremoana, Te Urewera National Park, to the coastal township of Wairoa, Northern Hawkes Bay - by kayak, mountain bike and on foot. Need more info? Read more at the best Campervan hire New Zealand site there is at My Drive Holiday.

The Genesis Energy Lake to Lighthouse Challenge

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Whitsunday Reef Festival

Looking for energy and vibrancy bursting into venues and streets? Fremantle, Western Australia is the perfect place for just that! The Fremantle festival is a celebration of the unique, stimulating and colorful culture that enriches Fremantle and invites participation of all cultural, ethnic, arts and community groups. Read more at Campervan hire Australia Travel and Holiday Site

Whitsunday Reef Festival

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Everybody loves parades. Stop in New York as the whole US of A celebrates Thanksgiving (4th Thursday in November) with the family, turkeys and American football. But particularly in New York City, you wouldn’t want to miss the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade….Read more at US RV rental

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Australia Whitsunday Reef Festival

The Whitsunday Reef Festival started back in 2001 as a celebration of the region’s wonderful natural assets. This 2008, it’s going to be a four day festival consisting of a Comedy Gala, Evermore concert, Sand Sculpting competitions, Street Parade, Reef Fire Beach Party, Frocktails fashion parade, movies at the Airlie Beach Lagoon and so much more...Read more at Campervan hire Australia

Australia Whitsunday Reef Festival

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Pohutukawa Festival

Come and celebrate the 2008 Pohutukawa Festival when you’re at the Coromandel Peninsula. What’s a Pohutukawa? The Coromandel Pensinula’s celebrations of the Pohutukawa Tree, that’s what it is. A natural beauty and New Zealand icon. The festival kicks off with a “Red Hot” Party, where the dress code is fire-engine red like the Pohutkawa’s flowers. It’s an evening of good times, great company and live music by the Beat Lab…Read more at Campervan hire New Zealand

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Tasmanian Beerfest

Down at Hobart for the weekend? The Tasmanian Beerfest at Hobart Regatta Grounds welcomes you with beer, good food and live music! Read more of this exciting Beerfest at Campervan hire Australia Travel and Holiday Site!

Tasmanian Beerfest

Thursday, October 30, 2008

World Punkin’ Chunkin’ Championships

From 8am till dusk in Long Neck, Delaware. Witness as generations of fathers and sons battle it out using ever-improving machines to blast pumpkins into the ether with spectacular (and messy) results. It’s none other than the World Punkin’ Chunkin’ Championship!…Read more at the Holiday and Travel Site : US RV Rental

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Mildura Jazz, Food & Wine Festival

The unique blend of wineries and rugged Mallee landscapes, Mildura is always an enticing destination, but it will be simply irresistible this 31 October until 2 November when the city comes alive with jazz in the streets, the wineries, by the river and on the paddleboats... Read more at Campervan hire Australia

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Festival of the Dead

Salem was one of the most significant seaports in early America. It boasts the first National Historic Site designated by Congress, Salem Maritime National Historic Site, which protects Salem’s historic waterfront. The town of Salem is known for the notorious witch trials of 1692 - the executions of 14 women and six men. With a history such as this, the town is still a magnet for those interested in the occult, something celebrated each Halloween by the Festival of the Dead… read more at US Motorhome Rental Travel and Holidays Site

Sunday, October 26, 2008

The Auckland Marathon

Most of us want to experience the adrenaline rush. Running wild and free. The Auckland Marathon is the perfect opportunity for just that. The marathon attracts thousands of runners, making it one of New Zealand’ s most popular events - full distance running, a half marathon, a quarter marathon and 5km walk. Read more at Campervan hire New Zealand Travel Site

Thursday, October 16, 2008

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Australia Swan Festival of Lights 2008 - 24 Oct 2008 - 26 Oct 2008
Perth was dubbed the ‘City of Lights’ in 1962 by American astronaut John Glenn. It was called so when the city turned on its lights to greet him as he passed overhead while orbiting the Earth. Pretty neat trick, huh? The beautiful city of Perth, with the majestic and life-sustaining Swan River flowing through it works with multiple cultural connections through peace and harmony. Its cultural diversity celebrates through art, music and dance at………..Campervan hire Australia

Mildura Jazz, Food & Wine Festival 31 Oct - 02 Nov 2008
The unique blend of wineries and rugged Mallee landscapes, Mildura is always an enticing destination, but it will be simply irresistible this 31 October until 2 November when the city comes alive with jazz in the streets, the wineries, by the river and on the paddleboats at……….Campervan hire Australia

Tauranga Moana Tauranga Tangata Festival - 24 Oct 2008 - 26 Oct 2008t
“Our Place and Our People”. This year’s Tauranga Moana Tauranga Tangata Festival will do just that. It’s a celebration of Maori arts, crafts, culture, entertainment and festive activity. On October 24 until 26, prepare yourself and your family or group as you drive down to Tauranga and experience the Marae/Hapu Kapa Haka, Waka Kaupapa, fashion and variety shows, Te Reo Maori, exhibition, workshops, Kai or food stalls, entertainment and inter-marae sports programme and more! at…….Campervan hire New Zealand

ASB Queenstown JazzFest
The ASB Queenstown JazzFest is one of Queenstown’s premier events. Celebrate ten days of live music in God’s amph-itheater. Be dazzled with jazz, and jazz-influenced styles for everyone, young and old. Queensland gives you a taste of quality music and entertainment ranging from traditional jazz to the blues, from jazz rock to soul or fusion and hip hop. There will be performances, concerts and themed events in downtown Queenstown or amongst the vines in Gibbston Valley, the festival delivers a unique experience for everyone to enjoy at…….Campervan hire New Zealand

USA Chatsworth Cranberry Festival- 18 Oct - 19 Oct 2008
Driving down or driving through Chatsworth this weekend? Celebrate the two-day Chatsworth Cranberry Festival in the Pine Barrens of southern New Jersey. Relish the waxy red berry that everyone savors in Thanksgiving tables across the land. There are around 160 craft booths and cranberry bogs at …………US Motorhome rental

October Updates!!

Monday, October 6, 2008

Traveling around much?

Planning to travel but don't know exactly what to do or where to start?

All you have to do is:

Schedule your travel dates ahead especially during peak seasons. There is sometimes a need to be flexible.
Lay out your holiday plans and people accompanying.
Consider the destinations too.
Budget your price range.

And when you're done with that, check out Campervan hire Australia, Motorhome RV rental USA and Campervan hire New Zealand

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

More Updates for September

The Annual Scarecrow Festival
The Annual Scarecrow Festival in Fort Kent is an autumnal family event, full of outdoor fun. It includes a scarecrow-building competition, a kids day, a parade, tent festival, a pumpkin hunt, races, games, entertainment and lots of lovely food. This year it’s scheduled on September 19 - 21, 2008. This free-to-attend family event offers tons of outdoor fun………..read US RV Rental Holidays for more

Tempo 08 - New Zealand’s Festival of Dance
A celebration of dance in New Zealand! The festival will feature last year’s favorites plus new performances from New Zealand and abroad! Tempo’s philosophy is to increase, enhance and support society’s appreciation and experience of dance and how it relates to them. Offering a broad range of events, workshops, classes and performances……read more at Campervan hire New Zealand

Australia Trek the Trail
Mundaring is the place to be on September 21, as the Perth hills community presents Trek the Trail 2008. Witness or join in on this celebration as walkers and cyclists travel 7 kilometres along the railway reserve spur line, passing through scenic forested countryside on the way to the iconic Mundaring Weir……..read Motorhome rental USA for the full story

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Australia Trek the Trail

Mundaring is the place to be on September 21, as the Perth hills community presents Trek the Trail 2008. Witness or join in on this celebration as walkers and cyclists travel 7 kilometres along the railway reserve spur line, passing through scenic forested countryside on the way to the iconic Mundaring Weir. Read more at Campervan rental Australia site

Australia Trek the Trail

Monday, September 8, 2008

UPDATES FOR SEPTEMBER

New Zealand Water and Wilderness Weekend
On the 26th until the 29th of September, experience a weekend celebration of everything the Marlborough Sounds has to offer, this weekend is your way to tap into the magic of the Sounds. All day long and into the night there is something happening for you to choose from. We suggest The Portage Party, or grabbing the Morning Big breakfast in looking at the magic Marlborough Sounds and Explore the Sounds by boat, kayak, bike, walking, sailing, fishing - for starters…..read full story

Brisbane River Festival
What will you be doing from 29 August - 7 September 2008 in Brisbane, Australia? You should be setting your eyes on the Brisbane River Fest. A popular international event on the banks of the river, which commemorates Australia’s River City……read full story

Alice Desert Festival
The Alice Desert Festival 2008 is a unique annual event showcasing the thriving community of visual and performing artists, both indigenous and non indigenous from the Central Australian region. The Festival attracts inspirational acts from interstate and overseas. Alice Springs is the meeting place of many different cultures and the Alice Desert Festival will celebrate this rich diversity…….read full story

Rugby World Cup 2008
This 2008, the Rugby League World Cup concludes the Centenary of Rugby League in Australia. The event that started back in 1954 features the top ten RL nations. The 2008 RLWC will be the 13th World Cup that is scheduled to take place between October 25 and November 22, 2008 in Australia….read full story

Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival
It’s every chocolate lover’s dream. The Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival in San Francisco is undoubtedly the “Earthquake” Sundae-Eating Contest, where the winner takes home his or her weight in Ghirardelli chocolate………read more

Sunday, August 31, 2008

Brisbane River Festival

What will you be doing from 29 August - 7 September 2008 in Brisbane, Australia? You should be setting your eyes on the Brisbane River Fest. A popular international event on the banks of the river, which commemorates Australia’s River City. Of course, what would a festival be without a crowd, live music and exhibitions of arts and crafts, various food and drinks and of course a great view from the rocking deck of a boat on the water. Read more at Campervan hire Australia for more information

Sunday, August 24, 2008

August UPDATES!

What's the scoop in Australia, New Zealand and USA this August?

Blues Barbecue and Fireworks

Fireworks and barbecue! What could be better than this? On August 24 at Pier 54 witness the majestic Brooklyn Bridge, linking Manhattan and Brooklyn, and the amazing fireworks display. Catch free live blues by the water at Pier 54, part of the Hudson River Park’s annual summer of fun. Top bands play at this one-day mini festival and, to get things really sizzling a barbecue is thrown in too... read more at MyDriveHoliday

Rally New Zealand

The New Zealand Rally Championship will be held on 28 -31 August 2008. Headquarters is at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton which includes the Super Special Stage where the family can get close to the action. The event travels through the picturesque Waikato, Franklin, Pirongia and Waitomo regions and features the best roads in the World Rally Championship... read more at MyDriveHoliday

Australian Formula One Superboat Series

The Australian Formula One Superboat Series forms part of a national seven round series and includes not only the elite F1 racing but also includes jet skis. The Superboat Series are conducted on a closed calm water circuit allowing close views of all the action... read more at MyDriveHoliday

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Rally New Zealand

Australia Barossa Gourmet Weekend

Match your weekend with premium wines and the smooth sounds of live music. This August 23 and 24, 2008. Take a look at campervan rental Australia for more reads on this.

Australia Great Hughenden Camel Endurance Ride

In August 2008 the tiny outback Queensland town of Hughenden will host a 160 kilometre camel endurance race. Prepare to see features on the Australian Outback. Click on campervan hire Australia for more info on this.

New Zealand Waikato Draught Tough Guy and Gal Challenge

So you think you’re tough? But are you tough enough to take on the Waikato Draught Tough Guy & Gal Challenge? Then get on down to Campervan hire New Zealand for more info!

USA Sloss Furnaces Stokin’ the Fire BBQ and Music Festival

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Thursday, August 14, 2008

Australia Great Hughenden Camel Endurance Ride

In August 2008 the tiny outback Queensland town of Hughenden will host a 160 kilometre camel endurance race. And I’m inviting everyone to come in and join on the fun! For more information visit Australia Campervan Hire Holiday or visit the main page at Australia Campervan Hire

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Monday, August 4, 2008

What's New This August?!

Australia Flying Fox Festival

Drive to the vibrant celebration of the Flying Fox Art and Cultural Festival!

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NZ Bay of Islands Jazz & Blues Festival

What do you get with 3 days of quality music - jazz and blues? Five fantastic venues in Paihia, Waitangi, Haruru Falls and Russel. Not to mention classic vintage car parade and displays.

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USA Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza

When? August 1 to 2, 2008. Where is it going to be? Sam’s Wood Site, Mammoth Lakes, CA. What is it? The 13h Annual Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza!

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Sunday, August 3, 2008

NZ Bay of Islands Jazz & Blues Festival

What do you get with 3 days of quality music - jazz and blues? Five fantastic venues in Paihia, Waitangi, Haruru Falls and Russel. Not to mention classic vintage car parade and displays. Read more at Campervan hire New Zealand

Australia Flying Fox Festival

Drive to the vibrant celebration of the Flying Fox Art and Cultural Festival!
The Flying Fox Festival is one of the most important event in Katherine where an incredible mix of community spirit comes alive and together hand in hand with arts and culture and entertainment. There are exhibitions, workshop activities, Aboriginal culture, Family Fun Day, unique cross cultural experience of the Chinese Dragon Boat Races on the Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park, car show, Flying Fox Walk and Talk, Main event including markets and a variety of entertainment. Read more at Motorhome rental Australia

Sunday, July 27, 2008

Burton New Zealand Open

Follow the world’s top snowboarders compete on giant super pipes and slope style courses in five days. Click on Campervan hire NZ for more!

Sunday, July 20, 2008

Dunkley’s Great New Zealand Craft Show

The annual nationwide traveling craft show will be showcased in the Genesis Kensington Stadium, Whangarei from July 25 till 27. For those who are interested to make crafts or those who just love to buy them, the Dunkley’s Great New Zealand Craft Show is NZ’s most popular and exciting craft events.. Read more @ campervan rental New Zealand

Tuesday, July 8, 2008

Dunedin Cadbury Chocolate Carnival

Indulge on Dunedin’s delicious event this July 12 to 18, the Cadbury Chocolate Carnival!
A carnival choc-full of Cadbury chocolate delights to suit a range of tastes! Everything for everyone from chocolate butterflies, chocolate sculpting and costume, chocolate here and there, everywhere! Carnival goers will have the opportunity to participate in a broad range of chocolate activities to beat the cold winter!
The Cadbury Jaffa Race will be at the world’s steepest street, Baldwin Street, Dunedin. The kids will enjoy “Glenfalloch’s Gnaughty Gnomes and Fabulous Fairies Party” where they can join fairies, pixies, elves in costume and dresses! To continue, click Campervan hire New Zealand

Australian Festival of Chamber Music

Don’t miss out on the Australian Festival of Chamber Music. The Australian Festival of Chamber Music is an international chamber music festival held over nine days each July in Townsville, North Queensland. New talents pop up at the Festival and every year up to 20 music students attend and participate with festival artists and perform concerts within the program……read full story at Campervan hire Australia Motorhome rental

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Celebrate all things Celtic at the Australian Celtic Festival

Heading down from Brisbane or heading up from Sydney? Drop by Glenn Innes. This lovely place is home to the Australian Standing Stones. On May 1 to May 4, 2008 celebrate the great traditions of Celtic culture. The four day festival provides everyone with entertainment, song, dance, history and, of course, food.
The Australian Celtic Festival celebrated in Glen Innes, NSW displays a spectacular range of entertainment and history. Thousands pour into Glen Innes to experience the Celtic experience, Australian Standing Stones and the opportunity to meet with Aussies.
The festival’s main venue is the Australian Standing Stones. Imagine rising at dawn and listening to the eerie sounds of pipes in the autumn mists at the Standing Stones. Quite a Celtic experience that one should not miss. The festival includes street parades, ceremonial roles performed by re-enactment groups, Celtic Strongman events, bands, children’s entertainment, dancing, market stalls, and Celtic foods.
Anyone can partake in Celtic music and dance at one of the four stages at the Standing Stones or in one of the many concert venues in the town of Glen Innes. Mingle with the locals in pubs, clubs or restaurants. In Glenn Innes, there is something for everyone.

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Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Celebrate all things Celtic at the Australian Celtic Festival

Heading down from Brisbane or heading up from Sydney? Drop by Glenn Innes. This lovely place is home to the Australian Standing Stones. On May 1 to May 4, 2008 celebrate the great traditions of Celtic culture. The four day festival provides everyone with entertainment, song, dance, history and, of course, food.
The Australian Celtic Festival celebrated in Glen Innes, NSW displays a spectacular range of entertainment and history. Thousands pour into Glen Innes to experience the Celtic experience and Australian Standing Stones, the festival’s main venue. Imagine rising at dawn and listening to the eerie sounds of pipes in the autumn mists at the Standing Stones. Quite a Celtic experience that one should not miss.
The festival includes street parades, ceremonial roles performed by re-enactment groups, Celtic Strongman events, bands, children’s entertainment, dancing, market stalls, and Celtic foods.
Anyone can partake in Celtic music and dance at one of the four stages at the Standing Stones or in one of the many concert venues in the town of Glen Innes. Mingle with the locals in pubs, clubs or restaurants. In Glenn Innes, there is something for everyone.

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Monday, April 21, 2008

North Carolina Gold Festival

Every town has its own story of how it struck gold in the good ol’ days. In 2004, the loyal citizens of North Carolina formed the North Carolina Gold Festival to promote, educate and preserve the state’s gold heritage. And this year, the festival, to commemorate the discovery of gold in California, will take place on April 18 and 19, 2008 at Tom Johnson’s Rally Park on Highway 70.
The festival includes a schedule of events that makes way for derbies, entertainment, gold panning, treasure hunting, food and live bands. With over three thousand attendees, the festival welcomes one and all!
The festival kicks off on Friday the 18th at noon. If you’re heading to North Carolina during this time, don’t miss this event. It’ll be a fun adventure for the whole family and in this state you will find that “all that glitters is gold”.

Monday, April 7, 2008

April 25 is ANZAC Day.. Let us remember..

Don’t be surprised to see poppies flowering in the stores, or even decorated along the streets.On the month of April, the people of New Zealand (and even Australia) will remember ANZAC day.
This is an occasion that people, every year, pay tribute and remember. ANZAC stands for Australia and New Zealand Army Corps, these members landed at Gallipoli in Turkey during World War. It is a public holiday in some parts of the world like the Cook Islands, Samoa and many more.
The Dawn Parades and other commemoration or memorials nationwide are attended by the local community, as well as the uniformed community service groups.
ANZAC Day promotes a sense of unity for everyone. Paper poppies are given away and worn as symbols of remembrance. The day is a half-day holiday in New Zealand, as per the Anzac Day Act 1966. But this is not only a remembrance of war, it is also a celebration of life for many!

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2008 Dirt and Dust Festival

This April 4-6, head to Oz for the Julia Creek Dirt and Dust Festival. This celebration, for fourteen years, brings people together from Queensland and all over for QLD’s must-go event!
Since 1994, the community has been trying to put Julia Creek on the map. Then in 1997 the event grew when the number of competitors grew every year! It has now become a professional series that even Queensland’s hottest climate can boast of. The event does not only host the annual triathlon. Attractions include musical talents, amateur boxing, cultural performances, fire works display, tobacco rolling contests and many more!
Men, and even women, can test their skills. The men you see taking on the bulls at the Dirt and Dust Fest are the best in Australia. These men are Professional Bull Riders!
This year, the event will run from April 4 to April 6. The 2008 Dirt and Dust will start off with the welcoming events followed by free rides, bull rides and dance parties. On the 5th and 6th, live bands, sports and the triathlon will commence. But the list of event goes on! All you have to do is to drive down to Queensland in your campervan hire Australia, and you’re ready to join in on the fun!
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Monday, March 31, 2008

Waka Fest 2008

This first week of April, the Tauranga Harbour Challenge, or what is now known as the Waka Fest 2008 will take place.
The 11th Annual Outrigger Canoe event will be held on Tauranga Harbour. The even is the largest of its kind in the country with over 500 competitors involved. The event will take place from April 4 to April 6 and the activities include the W1 and Surfski Ocean Race on the first day, the Harbour Challenge Race (Waka Ama and Surf Ski) and the Waka Sevens Team Relay on the second and third day respectively.
The Waka Fest 2008 draws spectators from around the country as well as visitors from all over. The three day event also includes key speakers as well as cash prizes, spot prizes and entertainment as well. Be sure not to miss this event when in the Bay of Plenty in the North Island of NewZealand.
Go Waka when in NZ!

Anvil Shooting Festival

What’s interesting in Laurel,Mississippi in April? The all-time festival state: The Anvil Shooting Festival. It’s a bit bizarre, but for the people of Mississippi, it’s all fun!
The annual event at Laurel’s Wood Expo held every April dates back to the Civil War when the Yanks came through the South destroying all of the metal works. They’d put gun powder underneath the anvils and try to blow them up. And up they went, up in the air. Now, from this historical event, sprouts a bizarre festival that everyone loves and enjoys!
If you wish to join the event, the rules are simple. The anvils must be made of steel and weigh at least 100 lbs. Not more than 2 pounds of black powder can be used to blast that anvil in the air. There are two classes in the event, the Traditional and the Super Modified. In the Traditional class, shooters use real, antique anvils and shot the traditional way. Some anvils shot the traditional may reach heights up to 100 feet, but for some that’s not high enough, now that’s the Super-Modified category.
But here’s something you should know: No one has ever been crushed by a falling anvil and no one has ever lost an arm to the explosive blasts.
Don’t miss out on this explosive event when touring around the Deep South!

Australia World Youth Day

The World Youth Day is the largest youth event in the whole world, and this year the event will be held in Sydney from July 15 to July 20, 2008.
Every two to three years, since the conception of the event by Pope John Paul II, the Catholic Church gathers all the youth from around the world to build bridges of hope and friendship between continents and cultures. Pope Benedict XVI has chosen the event to be hosted by the Australian State when he announced it last August 2005.
WYD08 will be the first visit to Sydney, Australia of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI.
Young people throughout the world will make this pilgrimage to Australia with their faith to rediscover the beauty of the Gospel.
If you are traveling to Sydney at that time, be sure not to miss this event with the company of the youth, the Pope, the beauty of Sydney, and the hospitality of the Australian people!

Monday, March 24, 2008

Easter Greeting

Happy Easter!!

Monday, March 3, 2008

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Thursday, February 28, 2008

The World Triathlon

The World Triathlon festival in New Zealand kicks off on April 4, 2008 until April 6, 2008.

The 3 day weekend festivities includes the Weetbix kids race, the popular beginners triathlon, specific age-group competitive triathlon, competitionbetween teams triathlon, the one mile feature run, the 1.5 km Ocean swim (where competitors from all over the world gather to compete for the fastest swim time in rough waters), and the all famous BG Triathlon World Cup - New Zealand’s best athletes taking on the World. Read the full story at Campervan hire New Zealand

Mardi Gras Parade!

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras began in 1978 as a parade down the city’s Oxford Street to mark International Gay Solidarity Day (in commemoration of the Stonewall Riots in New York’s Greenwich Village).

The following year, the event became known as the Mardi Gras and has grown year on year to become one of the biggest gay and lesbian festivals anywhere in the world. The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras will show Sydney what it means to come of age as this iconic event returns for its 30th anniversary in 2008. Read the full story at Campervan hire Australia

Monday, February 25, 2008

St. Patrick’s Day

On March 15, 2008 California will once again play host to the annual featured event in San Francisco, the St. Patrick’s Day. With over 250,000 attendees, the St. Patrick’s Day celebrates with a bang!
To top it off is the St. Patrick’s day Parade. Irish Pubs in and around the State serves ale and dances to the jig. Everything colored green is welcome! Including green gardens, green beer, and green shirts! Out door barbecue islands, recreational vehicles or RV’s, and more. Across the valley, showcasing 2007 vintage straight from the barrels, sampling new releases, and offering award-winning wines paired perfectly with foods & culinary delights prepared by local chefs and restaurants, guests meet winemakers and local chefs, mingle in caves and on crush pads, peruse art from local artists while listening to live music, tour wineries and vineyards, and enjoy a wonderful wine country weekend. Plus, get a glimpse of the California gray whale migrating to the warm coastal waters of South California.
In Los Angeles, through downtown LA, festivities even start before St. Patrick’s Day. The event includes carnival rides, historic re-enactors, several stages of Irish music from rock to trad, dance performances and social dancing, casual and fine dining, Irish and other Celtic product vendors, a petting zoo, sheep herding demonstrations and Highland-style games. St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration across the state of California, and even to the rest of the United States.
The Festival is open to all because everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day with USA RV Rental

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Rugby 2008 in Oz

This 2008, the Rugby League World Cup concludes the Centenary of Rugby League in Australia. The event that started back in 1954 features the top ten RL nations. The 2008 RLWC will be the 13th World Cup that is scheduled to take place between October 25 and November 22, 2008 in Australia... for the full story, read more at My Drive Holiday

Monday, February 18, 2008

Campervan Hire Adelaide

The Mediterranean atmosphere of Adelaide entices visitors with its culture and wonderful Australian Plains. The city is compact and easy for exploring on foot while being surrounded with sports grounds, parks, trails and picnic spots along the river banks. Travelers walk through the city with ease, because of its founder back in the day – Colonel William Light. Laying out Adelaide, which was named after his wife, based on a grid system made to be open and friendly to everyone.

Adelaide welcomes visitors of all ages, for the little one’s love of animals to a couple’s romantic wining and dining. With endless possibilities of fun with the whole family, go bushwalking and make Adelaide your adventure playground from swimming, to hot air ballooning, to kayaking, boating, and many more!

There are a number of visitors’ centers in Adelaide with information and tips that can help make your stay enjoyable. There are four caravan parks and campgrounds available for your Motorhome Hire Australia in Adelaide. Adelaide has top destinations for nature-loving and adventurous tourists.

From the plains to the people. Enjoy the pleasures of Adelaide with Campervan Hire Australia when you are in the presence of its outdoors and adventurous spirit.

Kangaroo Island - For the traveler who loves wildlife, Kangaroo Park is here - one of South Australia’s most popular attractions. The island is a National and Conservation park, where visitors take tours with our furry little friends and enjoy fun activities like boating and fishing. Swimming is possible on the northern beaches, like Emu Bay, Stokes Bay and Island Beach. More than half of the island is vegetation, and one-third is conserved within the National and Conservation Parks and Wilderness Protection Areas. Kangaroo Island is situated 112 km southwest of Adelaide. Kangaroo Island, open on all days of the week, is situated eight miles from the mainland, and is home to colonies of sea lions, penguins and various marine life, endemic and native species, and of course, kangaroos, with a third of the island protected and preserved. The island is... read more>>

Monday, February 11, 2008

Koalas? Where?!

It's my first time in Australia and I was expecting koalas and kangaroos to roam the streets freely much like in some asian country where the sacred bulls and cows roam the streets like they own it. But no! I felt the aussie charm right away after I stepped off from our campervan hire australia. It's the greatest feeling because this was the first time I actually went outside the country!

I've done island hopping before but I have never made it to another continent. It was pretty exciting to see all the sights here, and I've tried some of their food. I couldn't finish off a plate! A few of our fellow campervan enthusiasts shared a table with us, and being adventurous we each ordered different types of food. And when I say different, I mean ostrich, deer and many more mammalians and birds. It was delicious! At first I told myself to think it was just a cow's leg. So I kept thinking beef, beef, beef! So I wouldn't feel sorry. I couldn't finish the whole leg.
They even thought of joining that contest where a person has to eat one whole steak of twenty pounds!

Well, so much of our first night, I almost had a stomach ache and a day in the washroom. If you really think about it, I had fun! Tomorrow it's off to the parks and preserves. Now I get to see the real kangaroos and crocs and koalas! I'll make them probably my next post cards. Which reminds me, I left my camera in the motorhome rental.

Thursday, February 7, 2008

Perth

Imagine, taking your Australia Motorhome Hire beyond the sweeping stretches of the Swan River, the 119 kilometers of pristine coastline and picturesque horizons, lie a vibrant city with fun and friendly locals and sweet weather!

With the numerous waterways and green parks, one can enjoy waters ports on the Swan river. Or taste cellar-fresh wine from Swan Valley. Boasting several museums, monumental buildings, a casino and shopping districts, the city offers 50 miles of white sand beaches, like Cottesloe and Scarborough. Interact and hand-feed the wild dolphins and travel to amazing gorges and crystal clear rock pools and waterfalls. For the naturalist, trails designed for all types of bushwalkers are laid out, with picnic and camping areas galore. Not lastly, the Goldfields, east of Perth, filled with relics from the gold rush.

Navigating is easy. During the day you can shop, sightsee, and enter the outdoors scene with watersports (boating, fishing and all dialogues of surfing!), kids-travel and other beach activities. Within a short distance, you can swim with the wildlife and explore the city’s diverse selections of top destinations! Check out our Australia campervan road guides and campervan travel information.

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Thursday, January 24, 2008

A Good Barbie

Australians love to barbecue. I even joked around with a campervan rental neighbor that Aussies pretty much have barbies on every day of the year. I joked. With a deadpan face he had to agree and said that was pretty much the case. My joke bummed. I discovered how much they enjoy barbecues and how much they worship and maintained the grill. One time while passing by a local park I noticed brick pit grills. I checked it out. There was no one in the area so I turned the knob. It sprang to life! I was really surprised. There weren’t any coin slots or anything. A local ranger passed by and I asked him about this, he said it’s a common thing around Australia. These were provided by our friendly neighborhood park authorities. You don’t need to get a permission to grill one big chop and juicy steak!

Makes me want to bring my whole freezer and try it out. But that’d be stupid letting my childlike curiosity get the best of me.

I decided to go to the local tourist information centers in the area. I asked if there was an occasion or a holiday coming up.

Sure enough there’s the Steve Irwin Day. A memoriam day for the croc hunter and there will be backyard camp outs and people wearing khakis. Not to mention loads and loads of barbecue grills! Grill galore!

So rather than spending our day inside the motorhome, we joined the grilling and the buzzing for Steve Irwin!

A Good Barbie

Sunday, January 13, 2008

Motorhome Rental

Traveling is the most regarded lifestyle an individual can invest on since it involves constant and solid planning and cooperative external factors like the weather condition. But one cannot deny the intense feeling he gets from starting off on his first trip to a foreign land, driving into the unknown with a map and road guides, and the “i don't want to go home yet” charm when nearing the end of the trip, let's say, on a New Zealand Motorhome Rental?

A campervan hire or motorhome rental can give you exactly that. Why? You only pack once, not having to worry about over-packing and forgetting to leave your unmentionables at the hotel room. You do not have to worry about hotel accommodations and check out times every single day. You and your family and friends get to save on food and fuel. Most of all, save on time, money and disappointment. With lots of storage space and room space, ideal for entertainment - without worrying about breaking hotel furniture or overcharge stays. Even the kids would love to run around in it. Yes, a motorhome is kid-friendly, with booster and baby seats, and safety features too!

You have all the necessities you need from a motor home. It is simply a mobile home. It has a shower (hot and cold), kitchen and beds and living space you can rely on, much like in your own home. The only difference is, you get to travel with it. You don't have to worry about going potty, you don't have to hold it in, the wash room is just a few feet away. Snack on your trip while driving to and from places, getting energized for that afternoon shopping. Get to enjoy the many outdoor activities like swimming and surfing at cool beaches with accessible food and extra clothes a few feet away. Equipped with a freezer and kitchen equipment. Then at the end of the day, kick back, and sleep a sound sleep with the comforts of great air-conditioning and the company of family and friends.

The vehicle is much enjoyed when you are booked on a longer trip, it isn't much fun when you just drive around for a day. One reason is you wouldn't get to cover the places and major tourist destinations in the area. With time on your hand, you get to go wherever you want, at your own pace. And most of all, spending some quality time with the company that came along with. When you get to the pick up point, your campervan rental is set and ready to go. Everything and anything at a reasonable cost.

So plan that next vacation on a motor home. Just remember to book in advance. Talk with a friendly reservationist to assist in accommodating your bookings and inquiries, along with the insurance matters. I suggest with a New Zealand Motorhome Rental. Travel the stress-free way, I suggest in a campervan rental. Keep in mind, this trip has its bonus: You get to learn about life, and exchange some pretty neat ideas along the way.

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

The Best Way to Travel in NZ

New Zealand is becoming very popular recently, considering its exposure in many movies.

The Lord of the Ring trilogies to name one! To see the outdoors and its rich expanse, choosing to explore New Zealand by motorhome is a wonderful idea.
Many travelers can't wait to see the sights.

One very big mistake they often do is that they hurry to see them, and oftentimes they miss out on some of the really good sights and even the little things that make the whole trip worthwhile. You would rather want to spend quality time with your company when you travel. Let your travel time sink in on your own time, relaxing and taking it slow or at your own pace.

New Zealand is furiously beautiful. I'm sure you get my drift and I'm sure you've probably seen one or two or even the whole Lord of the Rings trilogy. Take note that some of the movie sets are still there until now. Don't come rushing to New Zealand to see them all in just a few days. Do it the right way and go with the flow. Travel in New Zealand by a motorhome or campervan and get to see them all in your own pace.

Popularly known in New Zealand and even in Australia, motorhomes and campervan rentals are one of the many options visitors choose to travel. The land is plentiful from it's people to its tourist destinations, soothing atmosphere, and has fine roads for travel.

Thinking of traveling to New Zealand? This is the perfect opportunity to put this advice into practice.

New Zealand is a friendly place. Hiring a motorhome rental or campervan hire is the best way to explore the country.

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