Margaret River Gourmet Escape...

A planned long weekend away with a loved one or friends always has the expectations that is going to be fun.  Well, at Travel With A Difference we're thrilled to have partnered with Gourmet Escape Margaret River for their 5th festival presented by Audi. 

This is an unique experience to taste wondrous produce and world-renowned wines, as well as meet internationally celebrated chefs. This year there is over 50 culinary super stars from around the world who will share their knowledge and passion for food over this enticing weekend.

The hassle for you has been taken away. That right, a simple call and we can coordinate your flights to accompany your long weekend package including transfers, accommodation and tickets to the Gourmet Escape plus events such as the sort after Audi Gourmet Beach BBQ and the Feast in the Forest.  Of course if there is any other events you wish to pre-booked to avoid disappointment we can arrange that.

Ashley Palmer-Watts - Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, UK

Dominique Crenn - Atelier Crenn & Petit Crenn, USA

Discover more on our packages here and do call us to book sooner than later to avoid disappointment. The region of Margaret River, WA is a spectacular part of Australia and a long weekend with great food, wine and company is sure to be memorable. Enjoy!

Andrew McConnell - Cutler & Co, Melbourne

festive celebrations....

The idea of Christmas or New Year in Europe was recently put in front of me and I thought, what an amazing holiday experience that would be.  I've experienced a Christmas in London, where it lightly snowed, the novelty of being away from family and in a winters environment, as opposed to sunny Barwon Heads was exciting. I've spent a New Years Eve in Edinburgh, where Hogmanay is a celebration that is very festive and friendly.  Another festive season abroad was for Easter in Austria due to a skiing holiday.  All memorable and unique, but the highlight was probably St Anton in Austria; where we went to church, we were all rugged up trooping to and from our hotel in the snow and sharing that moment with friends was special.
So, when this idea of spending Christmas or New Year in Europe, I thought I best share it with you.
The tours we have available range from 7 to 12 days visiting destinations Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany...you may stay in an 800 year old Coaching Inn deep in the heart of the snow covered mountains of Austria or for a German Fairytale Christmas, stay in a village beneath Neuschwanstein Fairytale Castle.
These are escorted group tours and prices start from $1,999 per person twin/double share.
Call us today for reservations or to discuss your European holiday further.  T: 03-5254 1279
Spaces are filling fast, due to the success of previous years!


Central Europe Inn



Chapel Austria



Vienna Townhall Christmas Market



Neuschwanstein Fairytale Castle, Germany




to you all...

have a Happy Happy Festive Season

stay safe, jolly and well for the New Year

ENJOY the transition, as you move from the end of one year to the beginning of another. 

ENJOY the company of the people you keep, if you're not enjoying it, move on.

ENJOY the freshness of the produce you consume.

ENJOY and embrace your thoughts and dreams for the future.
Whilst not forgetting, there are others less fortunate...

ENJOY the moment.... until we speak again - Karen

orion cruise deals...

PNG - Papua New Guinea - what a destination. It as always held intrigue, the landscape, the tribal costumes and festivals, the close location to Australia yet the remoteness and ruggedness it portrays.
Recently, I had the opportunity to mingle with expats and locals within the tourism sector, yes, there were many laughs and interesting stories. If you're looking for a holiday experience that offers...

• expedition cruising
• culture
• surfing
• diving
• festivals
• bird watching
• trekking

PNG is for you.  It is a destination for the well-travelled, wanting an amazingly memorable experience.
Orion Cruises have released a 25% saving on their 11Night departing 9 & 20 March 2012. 
Prices start from $6,745 a saving of $2250pp.
Bookings must be made before 30 November 2011.

For other departure dates and destinations for Orion Cruises  2012 visit our Calendar with SAVINGS available until 30 November.  Call us today.