DON'T EVER LOOK BACK Don't Ever Look Back | Making Travel Fun! An incredible up-close encounter with Great White Sharks in South Africa. Follow our search for the best burger in New Zealand. I couldn't leave Muscat without at least one visit to McDonald's Arabia! Catching a wave at INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came SETTING TRAVEL AND FINANCIAL GOALS We recently shared our blog goals for 2011 but long before we started Don’t Ever Look Back, we set travel goals for ourselves based on our dreams and aspirations. Once those travel goals were in place, we were then able to do our calculations and set some lofty yet achievable financial goals to make sure we could make our travel dreams a

reality.

CRUISING AROUND HAWAII ON MOPEDS Cruising Around Hawaii on Mopeds. One of the first things we wanted to do after arriving in Hawaii was to explore the south shore of Oahu. The two of us wanted to escape the tourist-filled Waikiki without having to pay excessively for a rental car or be restricted by taking GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR TRAVELERS Although we won’t be dedicating an entire month to Frugal February like we did in 2011, we’ll still be doing a 1-2 weekly posts devoted to personal finance that are relevant to you as a savvy traveler.. The first subject on our list is the importance of an emergency fund for all travelers and why you must have one before you leave on any trip. What is an emergency fund? THE “BIG THINGS” ON PHILLIP ISLAND The Big Cows, Newhaven. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, one kilometer after the bridge to Phillip Island, is the sweetest attraction on Phillip Island. They even offer free chocolate sample to all visitors – massive bonus! But as awesome as that is, that’s not the reason we visited. The chocolate factory is also home to the

Big Cows

5 WAYS WE SAVED OVER $30,000 IN 12 MONTHS FOR OUR ROUND Here is a comprehensive guide detailing the five primary ways we saved that much money in just twelve months time. 1. Use A High-Interest Savings Account. Living in Australia where the economy is strong compared to the rest of the world, we were fortunate enough to receive 6.51% interest on our savings accounts with UBank. FIJI OR HAWAII? HELP US DECIDE! Fiji or Hawaii? Which one do we choose? Both destinations will have near perfect weather in late July, both have beautiful beaches and both are home to some of the friendliest people in the world. Although the flight costs are slightly higher to travel via Fiji, the lower cost of living offsets this to the point where staying in either destination for 1 week will cost roughly the same amount. GETTING CORRUPTED AT THE JERRY SPRINGER SHOW Getting Corrupted At The Jerry Springer Show. “JER-RY! JER-RY! JER-RY!”. If you’ve watched any kind of tabloid television, you’ll know this chant – it’s from The Jerry Springer Show which is currently in its 21st season on the air. While watching late-night TV, The Jerry Springer Show suddenly came on and soon after we heard

this

DON'T EVER LOOK BACK Don't Ever Look Back | Making Travel Fun! An incredible up-close encounter with Great White Sharks in South Africa. Follow our search for the best burger in New Zealand. I couldn't leave Muscat without at least one visit to McDonald's Arabia! Catching a wave at INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came SETTING TRAVEL AND FINANCIAL GOALS We recently shared our blog goals for 2011 but long before we started Don’t Ever Look Back, we set travel goals for ourselves based on our dreams and aspirations. Once those travel goals were in place, we were then able to do our calculations and set some lofty yet achievable financial goals to make sure we could make our travel dreams a

reality.

CRUISING AROUND HAWAII ON MOPEDS Cruising Around Hawaii on Mopeds. One of the first things we wanted to do after arriving in Hawaii was to explore the south shore of Oahu. The two of us wanted to escape the tourist-filled Waikiki without having to pay excessively for a rental car or be restricted by taking GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR TRAVELERS Although we won’t be dedicating an entire month to Frugal February like we did in 2011, we’ll still be doing a 1-2 weekly posts devoted to personal finance that are relevant to you as a savvy traveler.. The first subject on our list is the importance of an emergency fund for all travelers and why you must have one before you leave on any trip. What is an emergency fund? THE “BIG THINGS” ON PHILLIP ISLAND The Big Cows, Newhaven. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, one kilometer after the bridge to Phillip Island, is the sweetest attraction on Phillip Island. They even offer free chocolate sample to all visitors – massive bonus! But as awesome as that is, that’s not the reason we visited. The chocolate factory is also home to the

Big Cows

5 WAYS WE SAVED OVER $30,000 IN 12 MONTHS FOR OUR ROUND Here is a comprehensive guide detailing the five primary ways we saved that much money in just twelve months time. 1. Use A High-Interest Savings Account. Living in Australia where the economy is strong compared to the rest of the world, we were fortunate enough to receive 6.51% interest on our savings accounts with UBank. FIJI OR HAWAII? HELP US DECIDE! Fiji or Hawaii? Which one do we choose? Both destinations will have near perfect weather in late July, both have beautiful beaches and both are home to some of the friendliest people in the world. Although the flight costs are slightly higher to travel via Fiji, the lower cost of living offsets this to the point where staying in either destination for 1 week will cost roughly the same amount. GETTING CORRUPTED AT THE JERRY SPRINGER SHOW Getting Corrupted At The Jerry Springer Show. “JER-RY! JER-RY! JER-RY!”. If you’ve watched any kind of tabloid television, you’ll know this chant – it’s from The Jerry Springer Show which is currently in its 21st season on the air. While watching late-night TV, The Jerry Springer Show suddenly came on and soon after we heard

this

START HERE - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK A Beluga Whale Interaction. Biking the Golden Gate Bridge. Feeding Giraffes at Woodland Park Zoo. Feeding Lions – Up Close And Personal. Getting Corrupted at the Jerry Springer Show. Great White Shark Cage Diving In Gansbaai. Hiking Yosemite National Park. ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. 5 WAYS WE SAVED OVER $30,000 IN 12 MONTHS FOR OUR ROUND Here is a comprehensive guide detailing the five primary ways we saved that much money in just twelve months time. 1. Use A High-Interest Savings Account. Living in Australia where the economy is strong compared to the rest of the world, we were fortunate enough to receive 6.51% interest on our savings accounts with UBank. SINGAPORE – A “FINE” CITY Singapore – A “Fine” City. Singapore prides itself on being the cleanest city in the world, which is quite amazing considering that it’s located in Southeast Asia. But dig a little deeper and you’ll soon understand why this place is so clean. There are some hefty fines in place that you can obtain for an offence that would seem minor GUEST POST: PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES AND AIRPORT PARKING! Guest Post: Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Airport Parking! This a sponsored guest post by Gemma Eden-Green. Having travelled around the world on a budget, Gemma is a firm believer in economical travel. Her favourite international destination is Chile. Sometimes making the transition from your holiday back to your normal everyday life can be

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When we arrived in Iceland, we didn’t know too much about the country, its history or its traditions and understandably so.Reykjavik sits over 10,000 miles away from our home in Melbourne and has always been an exotic destination for many Australians. PHOTO FRIDAY #57: CROWN FOUNTAIN IN CHICAGO’S MILLENNIUM PARK Millennium Park in downtown Chicago was one of our favorite places in Chicago and the Crown Fountain was definitely a highlight which we sat and watched for several minutes. BURGER WARS: FINDING THE BEST BURGER IN NZ You may have heard of Fergburger, an extremely popular gourmet hamburger restaurant in Queenstown, New Zealand. But do they serve the best burger in New Zealand, or even the world? 8 REASONS WHY COUCHSURFING WORKS FOR ME Most tourists stay in hotels. Many backpackers stay in hostels. I prefer to stay with local people. Through CouchSurfing.org, travelers, regardless of age, wealth or interests, can stay with a host for free. CouchSurfing, or CS, is a website connecting travelers with locals. It DON'T EVER LOOK BACK Don't Ever Look Back | Making Travel Fun! An incredible up-close encounter with Great White Sharks in South Africa. Follow our search for the best burger in New Zealand. I couldn't leave Muscat without at least one visit to McDonald's Arabia! Catching a wave at ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

RANDOM TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: ARE THEY THE BEST? After arriving at the attraction, the reality is quite different which leads to disappointment. Travel Talk on Twitter, a weekly social media travel event, last week asked, “What’s the most over-rated landmark in your experience?”. We saw answers such as: “The Leaning Tower was pretty overrated too many tourists and it’s a bit in the middle of nowhere.” CRUISING AROUND HAWAII ON MOPEDS Cruising Around Hawaii on Mopeds. One of the first things we wanted to do after arriving in Hawaii was to explore the south shore of Oahu. The two of us wanted to escape the tourist-filled Waikiki without having to pay excessively for a rental car or be restricted by taking A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR TRAVELERS Although we won’t be dedicating an entire month to Frugal February like we did in 2011, we’ll still be doing a 1-2 weekly posts devoted to personal finance that are relevant to you as a savvy traveler.. The first subject on our list is the importance of an emergency fund for all travelers and why you must have one before you leave on any trip. What is an emergency fund? THE “BIG THINGS” ON PHILLIP ISLAND The Big Cows, Newhaven. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, one kilometer after the bridge to Phillip Island, is the sweetest attraction on Phillip Island. They even offer free chocolate sample to all visitors – massive bonus! But as awesome as that is, that’s not the reason we visited. The chocolate factory is also home to the

Big Cows

INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came PHOTO FRIDAY #57: CROWN FOUNTAIN IN CHICAGO’S MILLENNIUM PARK Millennium Park in downtown Chicago was one of our favorite places in Chicago and the Crown Fountain was definitely a highlight which we sat and watched for several minutes. DON'T EVER LOOK BACK Don't Ever Look Back | Making Travel Fun! An incredible up-close encounter with Great White Sharks in South Africa. Follow our search for the best burger in New Zealand. I couldn't leave Muscat without at least one visit to McDonald's Arabia! Catching a wave at ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

CRUISING AROUND HAWAII ON MOPEDS Cruising Around Hawaii on Mopeds. One of the first things we wanted to do after arriving in Hawaii was to explore the south shore of Oahu. The two of us wanted to escape the tourist-filled Waikiki without having to pay excessively for a rental car or be restricted by taking RANDOM TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: ARE THEY THE BEST? After arriving at the attraction, the reality is quite different which leads to disappointment. Travel Talk on Twitter, a weekly social media travel event, last week asked, “What’s the most over-rated landmark in your experience?”. We saw answers such as: “The Leaning Tower was pretty overrated too many tourists and it’s a bit in the middle of nowhere.” A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR TRAVELERS Although we won’t be dedicating an entire month to Frugal February like we did in 2011, we’ll still be doing a 1-2 weekly posts devoted to personal finance that are relevant to you as a savvy traveler.. The first subject on our list is the importance of an emergency fund for all travelers and why you must have one before you leave on any trip. What is an emergency fund? INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came THE “BIG THINGS” ON PHILLIP ISLAND The Big Cows, Newhaven. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, one kilometer after the bridge to Phillip Island, is the sweetest attraction on Phillip Island. They even offer free chocolate sample to all visitors – massive bonus! But as awesome as that is, that’s not the reason we visited. The chocolate factory is also home to the

Big Cows

PHOTO FRIDAY #57: CROWN FOUNTAIN IN CHICAGO’S MILLENNIUM PARK Millennium Park in downtown Chicago was one of our favorite places in Chicago and the Crown Fountain was definitely a highlight which we sat and watched for several minutes. ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

START HERE - DONTEVERLOOKBACK.COM A Beluga Whale Interaction. Biking the Golden Gate Bridge. Feeding Giraffes at Woodland Park Zoo. Feeding Lions – Up Close And Personal. Getting Corrupted at the Jerry Springer Show. Great White Shark Cage Diving In Gansbaai. Hiking Yosemite National Park. A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand ACCOMMODATION REVIEWS Keep up to date by signing up to our free monthly newsletter! First

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INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came GET YOUR AUSTRALIAN PASSPORT As part of the fantastic Get Your Passport initiative, we’ve put together this step-by-step guide to assist our fellow Aussies to get their passports. Hopefully we can get a few of you to join the two of us on the road and enjoy in the wonder that is international

traveling.

REVIEW: STRAHAN VILLAGE After our car received a jumpstart from the kind staff at Cradle Mountain Chateau, we were on the road again.The destination for our second night in Tasmania was the West Coast of Tasmania, specifically the town of Strahan (pronounced “straw-n”). REVIEW: SALAMANCA WHARF HOTEL The Location. As we said earlier, Salamanca Place is an awesome spot and the Salamanca Wharf Hotel was a short walk to some of Hobart’s top bars and restaurants. We were starving and had the thought of fish and chips on our mind. We headed to the waterfront and Fish Frenzy, a restaurant famous for its delicious, fresh fish and chips and they GUEST POST: PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES AND AIRPORT PARKING! Guest Post: Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Airport Parking! This a sponsored guest post by Gemma Eden-Green. Having travelled around the world on a budget, Gemma is a firm believer in economical travel. Her favourite international destination is Chile. Sometimes making the transition from your holiday back to your normal everyday life can be

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DON'T EVER LOOK BACK Don't Ever Look Back | Making Travel Fun! An incredible up-close encounter with Great White Sharks in South Africa. Follow our search for the best burger in New Zealand. I couldn't leave Muscat without at least one visit to McDonald's Arabia! Catching a wave at ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

RANDOM TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: ARE THEY THE BEST? After arriving at the attraction, the reality is quite different which leads to disappointment. Travel Talk on Twitter, a weekly social media travel event, last week asked, “What’s the most over-rated landmark in your experience?”. We saw answers such as: “The Leaning Tower was pretty overrated too many tourists and it’s a bit in the middle of nowhere.” CRUISING AROUND HAWAII ON MOPEDS Cruising Around Hawaii on Mopeds. One of the first things we wanted to do after arriving in Hawaii was to explore the south shore of Oahu. The two of us wanted to escape the tourist-filled Waikiki without having to pay excessively for a rental car or be restricted by taking A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR TRAVELERS Although we won’t be dedicating an entire month to Frugal February like we did in 2011, we’ll still be doing a 1-2 weekly posts devoted to personal finance that are relevant to you as a savvy traveler.. The first subject on our list is the importance of an emergency fund for all travelers and why you must have one before you leave on any trip. What is an emergency fund? THE “BIG THINGS” ON PHILLIP ISLAND The Big Cows, Newhaven. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, one kilometer after the bridge to Phillip Island, is the sweetest attraction on Phillip Island. They even offer free chocolate sample to all visitors – massive bonus! But as awesome as that is, that’s not the reason we visited. The chocolate factory is also home to the

Big Cows

INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came PHOTO FRIDAY #57: CROWN FOUNTAIN IN CHICAGO’S MILLENNIUM PARK Millennium Park in downtown Chicago was one of our favorite places in Chicago and the Crown Fountain was definitely a highlight which we sat and watched for several minutes. DON'T EVER LOOK BACK Don't Ever Look Back | Making Travel Fun! An incredible up-close encounter with Great White Sharks in South Africa. Follow our search for the best burger in New Zealand. I couldn't leave Muscat without at least one visit to McDonald's Arabia! Catching a wave at ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

RANDOM TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: ARE THEY THE BEST? After arriving at the attraction, the reality is quite different which leads to disappointment. Travel Talk on Twitter, a weekly social media travel event, last week asked, “What’s the most over-rated landmark in your experience?”. We saw answers such as: “The Leaning Tower was pretty overrated too many tourists and it’s a bit in the middle of nowhere.” CRUISING AROUND HAWAII ON MOPEDS Cruising Around Hawaii on Mopeds. One of the first things we wanted to do after arriving in Hawaii was to explore the south shore of Oahu. The two of us wanted to escape the tourist-filled Waikiki without having to pay excessively for a rental car or be restricted by taking A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR TRAVELERS Although we won’t be dedicating an entire month to Frugal February like we did in 2011, we’ll still be doing a 1-2 weekly posts devoted to personal finance that are relevant to you as a savvy traveler.. The first subject on our list is the importance of an emergency fund for all travelers and why you must have one before you leave on any trip. What is an emergency fund? THE “BIG THINGS” ON PHILLIP ISLAND The Big Cows, Newhaven. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, one kilometer after the bridge to Phillip Island, is the sweetest attraction on Phillip Island. They even offer free chocolate sample to all visitors – massive bonus! But as awesome as that is, that’s not the reason we visited. The chocolate factory is also home to the

Big Cows

INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came PHOTO FRIDAY #57: CROWN FOUNTAIN IN CHICAGO’S MILLENNIUM PARK Millennium Park in downtown Chicago was one of our favorite places in Chicago and the Crown Fountain was definitely a highlight which we sat and watched for several minutes. ABOUT US - DON'T EVER LOOK BACK About Us. Don’t Ever Look Back is a travel blog written by Amy and Kieron. We’re a couple in our twenties that were born, raised and currently reside in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. After our first international trip together in 2007, the travel bug bit us hard and it’s always been a case of “where to next?” – a question we

often

START HERE - DONTEVERLOOKBACK.COM A Beluga Whale Interaction. Biking the Golden Gate Bridge. Feeding Giraffes at Woodland Park Zoo. Feeding Lions – Up Close And Personal. Getting Corrupted at the Jerry Springer Show. Great White Shark Cage Diving In Gansbaai. Hiking Yosemite National Park. A GORDON RIVER CRUISE The views of Macquarie Harbour from our accommodation at Strahan Village were superb and after a good night’s sleep, we were excited to actually get out onto the water and take a half day cruise on the Gordon River.. After a hearty breakfast at Banjo’s Bakery Cafe in Strahan, the two of us boarded the Lady Jane Franklin II and headed up the stairs to the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck. GETTING SOAKED AT NIAGARA FALLS If you want to get as close as possible to Niagara Falls and get doused by water, this is the tour for you! Probably best to do it on a warm day, though! Price: Adults – $11.00, Children (6-12) – $8.00, Children 5 and Under – Free. Soaked Rating: 8/10. You’re going to get seriously wet at the Cave of the Winds, even if you don’t stand ACCOMMODATION REVIEWS Keep up to date by signing up to our free monthly newsletter! First

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INSIDE A $7,000/NIGHT SUITE AT MARINA BAY SANDS But we were lucky enough to step inside the Straits Suite at the luxurious Marina Bay Sands and take a look around a suite priced at $7,000 a night. Immediately after entering the 330-square meter suite on the 52rd floor, we were in total awe. The living area of the suite was at least four times the size of a typical hotel room and even came GET YOUR AUSTRALIAN PASSPORT As part of the fantastic Get Your Passport initiative, we’ve put together this step-by-step guide to assist our fellow Aussies to get their passports. Hopefully we can get a few of you to join the two of us on the road and enjoy in the wonder that is international

traveling.

REVIEW: STRAHAN VILLAGE After our car received a jumpstart from the kind staff at Cradle Mountain Chateau, we were on the road again.The destination for our second night in Tasmania was the West Coast of Tasmania, specifically the town of Strahan (pronounced “straw-n”). REVIEW: SALAMANCA WHARF HOTEL The Location. As we said earlier, Salamanca Place is an awesome spot and the Salamanca Wharf Hotel was a short walk to some of Hobart’s top bars and restaurants. We were starving and had the thought of fish and chips on our mind. We headed to the waterfront and Fish Frenzy, a restaurant famous for its delicious, fresh fish and chips and they GUEST POST: PLANES, TRAINS, AUTOMOBILES AND AIRPORT PARKING! Guest Post: Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Airport Parking! This a sponsored guest post by Gemma Eden-Green. Having travelled around the world on a budget, Gemma is a firm believer in economical travel. Her favourite international destination is Chile. Sometimes making the transition from your holiday back to your normal everyday life can be

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