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Abduction Tourism…

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:20:19 +0000

Apparently, exploring the sightseeings or trying the local cuisine of the chosen destination is old school now. Even extreme sports such as sky-diving or swimming with sharks is not adrenaline enough. Tourists go for hard-core stuff now – such as simulated kidnapping experience.

Practically, you pay to get unexpectedly kidnapped, bound, gagged and imprisoned for hours. Seriously.

A French company is already offering kidnapping packages.

“It allows you to experience the terror of the real thing,” Craig Shim, Tourism Queensland marketing manager, said.

…Except while you are being abducted, you will know “the real thing” will be over in several hours. If it’s not over,…

Work-Life Balance Worsening

admin — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:17:32 +0000

Instead of improving, the work life of more than two million Australians is worsening, according to the latest Work and Life Index 2010.

The Australian Council of Trade Unions says that the increased pressure at work is reflecting on people’s personal lives as their families are suffering for it.

“It’s getting harder, not easier for working people and this is having a negative effect on children … and the whole community,” Ged Kearney, the ACTU president, said.

The report, which analyses a survey from March of 2800 workers who answered questions related to work-life balance and their use of leave, shows that more full-time employees…

The Importance of Travel Insurance

admin — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:04:58 +0000

Travel Insurance is one of those things that either get into use, or is a waste of money. But, it’s also one of those things that make the difference between an unforgettable travel experience and a nightmare that you never want to go through again – ever.

People are quite negligent when it comes to travel safety simply because they don’t know what to expect, or they have never had an accident during travelling before.

Think of this: what is the chance to have you luggage lost or stolen? Or, to break a leg while skiing or hiking? The chances are huge.

“Regardless of whether…

Ski at night

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:00:52 +0000

Travellers who want to ski in Australia and New Zealand but are overwhelmed with the prices at these resorts, can save money by skiing at night.

Several major OZ and NZ ski resorts such as Perisher, Falls Creek, Mt Buller and Coronet Peak offer night ski at lower rates. This way ski lovers will enjoy the almost empty slopes, and their mistakes will be barely noticed.

Some may be concerned about the safety side of this experience, but all precautions are taken – instructors, first aid, lifts and high intensity lamps are operate all the time.

“It’s a whole different atmosphere at night –…

European Immigration Paradox

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:00:12 +0000

Europe is stressing on the high number of immigrants floating the continent, and some of the biggest economies like Germany and UK fear that immigrants harm – rather than support – their economies and cultures.

In UK the immigrants, who are increasing extremely fast, are filling up the job availability, and the UK nationals fear that the unemployment rate will keep growing. In addition, the constant wave of foreigners coming into the country is bringing foreign traditions and customs with it, and is thus completely changing the national culture – slowly but surely.

Despite all fears and problems coming with the mass immigration to Europe,…