december-2011

INTERNATIONAL ADVENTURES
Fly fishing at
Moke Lake
QUEENSTOWN NEW ZEALAND
110
Reinier Eulink
General manager,
Crowne Plaza
Queenstown
GREAT PLACE FOR DINNER:
Threesixty Restaurant is an
all-round favourite for its modern
New Zealand cuisine created with
locally sourced ingredients and
European cooking techniques. The
restaurant features fl oor-to-ceiling
windows which frame the stunning
views of Lake Wakatipu and the
Remarkables beautifully.
INSIDER’S TIP: These
warmer months are the
perfect time of year to do a cruise
around Milford Sound. Often
referred to as the eighth wonder of
the world, Milton Sound has
something for everyone — day
cruises for the traveller who likes to
relax or canoeing and snorkelling
for the adventurer.
UNUSUAL FACT: The
Remarkables mountain
range got its name when it was
discovered they face directly north
and south; it is one of two mountain
ranges in the world that do so,
making them truly remarkable.
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$22.90)
Shuttle bus From
NZ$10 (AU$7.60),
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.
Participants at the
Aliwan fiesta
MANILA PHILIPPINES
Mae Young
Managing partner of
Christian Publishers’
Representative (CPR)
BEST BREAKFAST: BFast by
Chef Laudico at the Ayala
Triangle because they offer
generous servings. They also use
eco-friendly cutlery, have recycled
jeans which have been turned into
house seats and offer organic items
on their menu.
GREAT PLACE FOR DINNER:
Elbert’s Steak Room in
Sagittarius Building, in Makati City,
for honest-to-goodness steaks. Tip:
call for reservations; the place is
closed on Sundays.
INSIDER’S TIP: The
weekend organic markets
are great to spend your weekend
mornings at. Start your Saturday
market experience at the Salcedo
Market. On Sunday, grab brunch at
Mercato Centrale in Fort Bonifacio.
BEST PLACE TO HANG OUT
WITH THE LOCALS: The
Collective at Malugay Street,
Makati. Come early on a Friday or
Saturday night to check out its
offering of one-of-a-kind shops.
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$3.40-4.50).
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.
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