march-2012

INTERNATIONAL ADVENTURES
Enjoying nature at its best Participants at
the Aliwan fiesta
QUEENSTOWN NEW ZEALAND
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Reinier Eulink
General manager,
Crowne Plaza
Queenstown
INSIDER’S TIP: The warmer
months are the perfect time
of year to do a cruise around
Milford Sound. It’s got something
for everyone — day cruises for the
traveller who likes to relax plus
canoeing and snorkelling for
the adventurer.
MUST-EAT: FergBurger
offers the best burger you’ll
ever have. The menu aims to
please, with everything from
traditional chicken and beef to the
more unusual deer meat burger.
BEST IDEA FOR A FAMILY
OUTING: Whitewater rafting
— a unique way to experience the
wonderful backcountry that we
have close by in Queenstown. It’s
suitable for everyone from three
years old upwards.
I LOVE QUEENSTOWN
BECAUSE: There are not
many places where you can arrive
at the airport in the morning,
check-in to your hotel and be at the
ski fi eld 30 minutes later.
QUEENSTOWN
FROM THE AIRPORT
CBD 7.5km from
Queenstown
International Airport
Travel time CBD is
around 15 mins by car
Taxi Approx NZ$30
(AU$23.20)
Shuttle bus From
NZ$10 (AU$7.70),
taking about 20 mins
ON THE GO
1. The city circuit
bus There are three
routes covering major
downtown attractions.
2. Taxi Book online,
over the phone or hail
one from the roadside.
3. Walking The town
is compact, and most
places can be easily
accessible on foot if
your accommodation
is nearby.
MANILA PHILIPPINES
Goran Aleks
General manager,
Sofi tel Philippine
Plaza Manila
BEST BREAKFAST: A
must-go place when heading
to Tagaytay is Antonio’s. It’s the
combination of the cool breeze and
the spectacular view that keeps
people coming back. They also
have an endless array of food
choices. I particularly like the steak
and eggs.
GREAT PLACE FOR DINNER:
People’s Palace. The pomelo
salad is a must-try.
BEST NIGHT OUT: For a fun
night out I always go to The
Fort Strip, Taguig. Just strolling
along the promenade of the
shopping complex in the evening
already constitutes a great night
out. It also boasts a wide array of
good restaurants and bars.
BEST PLACES TO PARTY
WITH THE GANG: For
clubbing, I like Republiq and
Members Only. Fever is also
something to look forward to,
located right in the Sofi tel
Philippine Plaza.
MANILA
FROM THE AIRPORT
CBD 7km from Ninoy
Aquino International
Airport
Travel time CBD is
around 30 mins by car
Taxi Approx PHP150-
200 (AU$3.30-4.40).
Pre-booked taxis are
available inside the
airport terminal and
save you the hassle
of haggling
ON THE GO
1. Taxi You can usually
fl ag one down at most
malls. Be sure to
always insist on using
the meter. If the driver
refuses, just say no
politely and get out
from the cab.
2. Jeepney These
lorries ply most major
city roads, and can
take you anywhere
along their route.