This is part three and the finale of my writing about Melbourne. I visited to learn more about the City and to encourage you to spend time discovering it as well.

Shopping:

Melbourne is most commonly a destination for Kiwis because they want to shop. And for very good reason. You can purchase pretty much everything in this city.

Starting with Harbourtown, a massive outlet mall situated in Docklands. So many brands are represented here, quitting seasonal stock and also discounting new season clothing. It’s a must-visit, being the gateway to the Melbourne Star (previously mentioned) as well. I observed that this is not just a place for the female shopper. There is plenty for men to indulge in as well.

This is part two of my writing about Melbourne. I visited to learn more about the City and to encourage you to spend time discovering it as well.

Let's start with the well-known. Queen Victoria Market.  This market, situated on the corner of Elizabeth and Victoria streets is an icon. It's been in existence for more than 100 years. In the last 20 years it has really evolved and become more organised that I remember, and yet still hasn't lost the hawker and trader vibe.

I have recently returned from a week in Melbourne. It is a city of art, culture, food, wine, heritage and so much more.

If you've never visited I hope that the next few posts will give you an insight into things you can do and prompt you to go. You won't be disappointed.

I traveled recently to Melbourne from Auckland and was able to experience the Koru Lounge again.

I've been a Koru member in the past but a reduction in my personal travel over the last couple of years made it uneconomic. I intend to remedy this!

Having to get up at 5am to get to the Auckland International Airport for a 6:20am check in, really sucks. Even if you ARE going on an adventure!

Air New Zealand wishes to advise the Air New Zealand Koru lounge located at Sydney International Airport has been temporarily relocated while the current lounge is being refreshed. The temporary lounge is located in Pier C on Level one, towards gates 50-63 and on the same level as the International Transfer Desk.

Jetstar Change to Carry-On baggage limits

Jetstar has updated its carry-on baggage policy for all domestic and international flights booked from Tuesday 28 October for flights departing from 25 November.

NZ Customs Tobacco Duty Free Concessions Reduced effective 01 Nov

From 1 November 2014, the duty free tobacco concession for travellers drops to 50 cigarettes or 50 grams of cigars or tobacco products.

Have you ever thought about taking a breather from your long-haul travel with a stopover in Tokyo?

Our partners have put together some examples of things you can do - for both the tourist and the corporate traveller.

Tokyo is an astonishing city to explore. Let us know if you'd like to discover it.

Air New Zealand, on behalf of Airports Fiji Ltd, wishes to advise that a major terminal refurbishment is underway to improve the overall experience and facilities for all travellers at Nadi International Airport. The project is expected to run until late 2015 and during this time customers may experience some inconvenience.

Media Release:

We have recently changed our baggage policy for tickets issued from 15th November 2014.  Please be aware that the new rules do affect the length of a bag PLUS the total size of a bag (length + width + height).