HerCanberra Magazine Issue 11: Summer

Page 176

UNVEILED SUMMER 2017

MOUNT M AUNGANUI, NEW ZEAL AND

We need to start thinking of the direct flights to Wellington as just the gateway. Singapore airlines have partnered with Air New Zealand to give you access from the hub of Wellington to airports all across the country, opening up this neighbouring nation like never before. Jump off the Capital Express and straight onto a direct flight to Tauranga all with the convenience of being checked all the way through from Canberra and you will have access to New Zealand’s premier seaside destination, Mount Maunganui.

" T H I S C O U P L E ’ S PA R A D I S E I S T R U LY O N E O F T H E MOST PICTURESQUE P L A C E S O N T H E P L A N E T ."

Frequented by locals as their go-to beach escape, The Mount as it is known by locals, is still relatively unheard of by Australians. It is time for this to change. With its high-end eateries, trendy bars, boutique shopping and white sandy beaches stretching on for days you won’t be disappointed with this slice of New Zealand paradise.

HOI AN, VIETNAM

Taking the Capital Express through the hub of Singapore you have access to virtually all of Asia. My top pick for South East Asia has to be Hoi An. Singapore airlines will fly you to Da Nang and just a short drive south you will find this UNESCO world heritage town brimming with amazing food, culture and world-classs beach resorts lined up along the South China Sea. You will be charmed by the Chinese lanterns lit up at night along the canals and the pedestrian-only cobbled streets lined with French Colonial buildings will make you wish you could stay forever. The vibe is laid

back – take on a cooking class to learn the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine or wander the local food markets to see the heartbeat of this stunning town. This is also the premier spot in Vietnam to get tailor-made clothes. The hundreds of local tailors can whip up outfits in a day or so, either creating a one of a kind piece or using your favourite clothes as a blueprint.


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