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Seasons Greetings Team PB,
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OK we lied.. seems we had one more email to go.
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We cant believe how many people leave Australia without getting their tax back. So we have pulled together a rough guide to help you along. With savings of up to $90 per traveller its a no brainer. This January Drew will be claiming back 10% of the purchase price his new Garmin bike computer. Learn how you can also get your tax back.
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If you are a HLO (hand luggage only) fan then read how Drew and Milton take a different approach to packing. Milton loves his Rimowa pull along while Drew is an Osprey backpack advocate. A bit like Felix and Oscar from The Odd Couple (you can decide who each character is).
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Finally Milton returns this week after another quick trip to New York. If you missed the full series from his October trip then he has an excellent summary of the trip. More bucket list material.
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As always your feedback is welcomed and encouraged.
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Summary - New York Highlights & Points Earned
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The combination of excellent Cathay Pacific First Class flights and New York in early fall made for a wonderful trip. Some of the highlights have already been covered in dedicated posts like Blue Hill At Stone Barns, but early October was a perfect time to just be in New York. New York Highlights The leaves in Central Park were just starting …
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Review: Qantas Business Class 787
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Qantas operates two evening flights from Hong Kong to Sydney and I would be flying Business Class on the earlier QF128 departure. The route is operated by a mix of 787 Dreamliners, A380 and A330 aircraft and I had selected this flight specifically to try the Business Suite on the Dreamliner. QF128 was departing from Gate 34 this evening so …
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Hand Luggage Only -Backpack or Pull Along?
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Hand luggage only (HLO) is one of the most liberating ways to travel. You get in and out of the airport faster, public transport becomes hassle free and you can easily find a place to store your bag. Both Drew and Milton love HLO but they each take a different approach. Osprey Backpack vs Rimowa Rollaboard Drew advocates the Osprey …
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Review: The Pier Business Class Lounge
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The Pier Business Class Lounge is my favourite business class lounge in the world and almost as good as The Pier First Class Lounge located next door.Also designed by Ilse Crawford, the Business Class lounge shares the same residential feel with beautifully warm materials and comfortable seating.You’ll find the escalator down to the lounge at Gate 64, where it feels …
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Tourist Refund Scheme - How To Get Your Tax Back In Australia
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There is nothing more satisfying than to start a holiday with a tax break before you jump in your plane. The Tourist Refund Scheme provides people leaving Australia the opportunity to get their GST back on purchases made in Australia where GST is payable. You can claim back the GST on items up to AUD$900 (ie get AUD$90 back), take …
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