Accommodation in Australia

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There are many options for accommodation in Australia. Which option you choose will probably depend on your budget, and how long you intend to stay in Australia. While the price of accommodation in Australia can be different, depending on which part of Australia you stay, I hope to give you a general idea of what to expect. Here are some of the main options for accommodation in Australia: Share House Share house is not a bad idea if you are …

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Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

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Lake Tekapo is located in the South Island of New Zealand. It’s quite a popular place with the tourists. There are many hotel accommodations near the lake. We stayed at Peppers Bluewater Resort which has a spectacular view over Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains. When the sun is shining, the lake is a beautiful turquoise colour and is stunning to look at. In the morning we went for walk and went looking for an internet cafe. We couldn’t find an internet …

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Pancake Rocks in New Zealand

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Pancake Rocks is located on the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island. They are located at Dolomite Point, near the small village of Punakaiki which is located in between Greymouth and Westport. Not 100% sure why they’re called Pancake Rocks, but maybe it’s because they look like giant pancakes coming out of the ocean! This incredible effect to the rocks was made by the ocean, wind, and acidic rain. Looking out to the large, wild ocean, I feel like …

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Accommodation Prices in Thailand

What should you expect for your money in Thailand for accommodation? Well, that depends on which season you are visiting in. During the high season, prices can be more than double that of the low season. Also, prices can vary depending on which part of Thailand you’re staying. Typical Low Season Prices To give you an idea, here are prices that you could expect throughout most of Thailand during the low season. Under 100-200 baht: Gets you a dorm room …

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When Good Accommodation Goes Bad

When booking accommodation, don’t always know what you’re going to get. What might seem perfect at first, can turn into a nightmare very quickly. Here are some examples from my own experience. The first time I booked into a guest house. I thought it was gonna be great, but suddenly the dog started barking. It kept barking all night. Then the neighbors had an argument in the middle of the night. Second time I book into a guest house. When …

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