Category Archives: Updates
My Singapore Encounter
Its finally here! My Singapore Encounter! For those that want to experience another country for the first time, for the traveller that enjoys mixing up set touring with self exploration or for the traveller who just enjoys getting out in good company then this is the trip for you!
Starting at AU$2888 per person inclusive of flights to and from Singapore from Sydney this trip takes in some of the best highlights of Singapore from breakfast at the Zoo to the wonders of Sentosa Island. For full details simply click here!
There is also plenty of free time to get out and explore Singapore on your own, and there is plenty to see and do, as the Whats Shiok (Enjoyable) in Singapore clip below from the Singapore Tourism Board released shows!
2015, Whats Happening!
2015 is here, in fact its first month is over! Can you believe how fast time flies! We can’t! We do have a number of departures lined up for 2015, some like the Canada and Alaska trip in May and the Danube Cruise in September are filled and set to go with extremely limited spaces available, others like our Kangaroo Island/South Australia Escape and Thailand are still seeking numbers, and we for our USA Group departure in October but can still get people away on an individual share basis.
So if one of our 2015 destinations sounds like something you would like to experience please let us know!
Shoalhaven Solo Sisters Silos Social Soiree
Just a quick reminder that we still have several spaces available for our Solo Sisters Luncheon at Silos Estate on the 14th March 2016, the cost is $35 per person and includes lunch and wine tasting fees. RSVP by the 10th February to My Travel Expert or Shoalhaven Solo Sisters at nowra@mytavelexpert.com.au or (02) 4421 5577
My Thai Encounter – November 2015
When most people visit Thailand from Australia these days its to enjoy the Sun and Sand at places like Phuket, Krabi and Koh Samui, which for those that want a “beach stay” holiday is fine. Many travellers though who want an introduction to Asia and foreign cultures are now skipping Thailand in favour of places like Cambodia, Vietnam and Malaysia. The truth is though that if you get away from the beaches and resorts there is plenty to do in Thailand that will give you a first hand look at a different culture, its heritage, its cuisine and modern life and more.
For that reason we have put together what we call an introductory encounter – this is a trip where we mix up day tours with free time for exploration, or joining our escort on the free days to encounter their passions in the local region. We will be taking in the highlights of Bangkok, and for the adventurous we have an extension option into the mountain regions to see sights like Doi Inthananon Temple at Chiang Mai (Pictured above), as well as visiting remote tribes and cultures.
Departing on the 7th November 2015, and starting at AU$2400 per person twin share for the base package (not including the Chiang Mai Extension) this is the perfect way to encounter Thailand. Full details can be found here!
I was going to spend some time talking about how you can visit the Tiger Temple, the Death Railway, the incredible floating markets the Hilltribes and more .. instead I thought I would just let you take a look at some fantastic images of what there is too see and do around Bangkok and Chiang Mai so you can see for yourself a sample of some of the fantastic things we will be taking in.
To Book or for more information please contact My Travel Expert & Shoalhaven Solo Sisters on (02) 4421 5577 or e-mail nowra@mytravelexpert.com.au
My Kangaroo Island Escape
We have almost half the numbers we need to get a date set for our Kangaroo Island and South Australia Trip for late September set. We have a fantastic 7 night / 8 day getaway planned, taking in the highlights of the Barossa Valley, Adelaide and Kangaroo Island. Heading down to Adelaide and back , going on the Indian Pacific in Gold Class in one direction and by air in the other, this trip will allow you to get a true taste of South Australia’s Sights, Sounds and Cuisine. This trip will run with a minimum of 10 Travellers and can be used as a start point for those that may want to extend and do extra time in Adelaide, a Murray River Cruise or even continue along the Indian Pacific to Perth.
Expressions Of Interest: We are still seeking more interested parties for our Christmas Markets Tour, and more for our journey to Egypt which looks like it may already have enough interested travellers to get away!
Classifieds: We still have a number of travellers looking for companions for other trips including China, the Kimberleys and a North Pacific Cruise. Remember to review our classifieds regularly for updates.
Events: We have a few days left for people to register for our Silos Luncheon ($35) which is a perfect way to meet possible travelling companions, and for those that are joining our Cruise with the Red Hat Society remember we are all meeting tomorrow (20th January 2015) to hand out documents and run over any last questions.
Workshops: Finally just a quick reminder that our next three Workshops are for Singapore (February 4th 2015), Italy (April 8th 2015) and East Africa .. being Kenya and Tanzania (3rd June 2015) if you want to come just sign up online!
Spring Into Singapore with Shoalhaven Solo Sisters
Have you always wanted to travel to Asia but are unsure where to start? Do you enjoy holidays away where you don’t need to move hotels regularly but still enjoy sightseeing? Do you like a good mix of free time and scheduled events while away?
Singapore is the perfect destination. Following on the heels of our Honk Kong Experience, we are running a similar tour to Singapore in February 2016. We encourage everyone to come and find out what we are doing, what will be included and have your chance to input what you would like to see included at our Singapore Workshop on the 4th February 2015 at 5pm.
If Singapore sounds like a destination for you, either for the destination itself, an introductory trip to Asia, or if you just enjoy good company then please register online to join our workshop today!
Register Online Now!
Just a quick reminder that we have the limited time special on our USA departure still available. We are still seeking starters for our Adelaide and Kangaroo Island trip so we can firm up a date, and are seeking more expressions of Interest in our Christmas Markets Tour!
A Quick Update – January 2015
Just a brief reminder of a few things we have available in January that may be worth thinking of or looking further into!
My Egypt Workshop: If you have ever wanted to travel to Egypt, then My Travel Expert and Shoalhaven Solo Sisters have something that may be of interest. This is happening on the 14th January 2015 at 5pm. If you want to come along and see what is in the works just let us know beforehand!
Golden West USA Special: Just a brief reminder that for our fantastic Golden West USA special you can save AU$1955 per person in share twin if you book in January and pay by February.
My Singapore Worskshop: Following on the heels of our fantastic Hong Kong Trip in 2014 we will be running a similar tour to Singapore in 2016, this February 4th we encourage everyone who has ever wanted a taste of this Asian Gateway to come down and see what it is we will be doing on our departure – just let us know in advance because space is limited.
Spectacular Silos Soiree: A nice easy meet and greet amongst fellow travellers. Just AU$35 for a nice meal and a great wine tasting on the 14th March, just rsvp and pay by the 8th February to secure your spot.
Classifieds Section: We still have a number of solo travellers seeking companions, be it for a trip to China, a North Pacific Passage or beyond, remember to keep checking our classifieds section for regular updates.
Take A Hand In Shaping Your Egyptian Experience!
Have you ever wanted to explore Egypt? To walk the great Hypostyle Hall at Luxor (Image below), to sit back and enjoy High Tea at the Aswan Hotel where Agatha Christie wrote Death On The Nile, or spend some time browsing the shelves of the Great Library of Alexandria?
Then you are in luck, in January 2016, My Travel Expert and Shoalhaven Solo Sisters are running a group tour to Egypt that will take in the best of Cairo, Alexandria and the Nile. Our plan is to run a trip of between two and three weeks, including all transport, accommodation, sightseeing, entrance fees and much more.
We are not just doing what we want though, and encourage you to come in and join us on the evening of Wednesday the 14th of January 2015 to hear what we are planning and let us know what you would like included!
CONFIRM YOUR PLACE NOW!
REGISTER HERE FOR YOUR EGYPT WORKSHOP – 14 JANUARY 2015
Seasons Greeting ! Shoalhaven Solo Sisters & My Travel Expert
Wow, what a year ! The Solo Sisters have now been going for 14 months and the response from the community, members and even our travel colleagues has been absolutely fantastic! Better in fact than we could have hoped for, and while not every package we have offered have gotten off the ground enough have and those have all been well received and the feedback fantastic.
2014 has been an incredible year for us , and we have plans to see that 2015 and 2016 are even better!
We have a fantastic array of tours for 2015 which can be seen here on our website, and we have an incredible range of tours we are hoping to run in 2016 that we will be running tour workshops on throughout 2015 so you can have your say on what is included!
A number of people have asked us about receiving more regular updates, we try and keep our physical mail-outs to once every three months, and do our e-mail updates once a month, more regular updates can be obtained by registering at http://www.shoalhavensolosisters.com.au and you will receive our e-newsletter and blog updates, or by following us on Twitter, Google +, Facebook, Tumbler or Instagram
So Once again, Merry Christmas, thanks for a great year and we hope to see you in 2015!
Seeking Travellers! 2015 Departures
With only a few days left before the “Silly Season” is well and truly upon us I thought I should take a few moments to remind everyone about a few of the departures we are still seeking travellers for in 2015.
While new travellers are still welcome for the Canada & Alaska Tour and the European River Cruise we are hoping for more looking to join our Golden West Adventure next October, and our Thai Discovery Tour in November.
We also have two programmes we need more expressions of interest in so we can ensure that as we package them up we have the numbers to get them away!
Kangaroo Island: The first is a genuine taste of Australia, a journey just over a week long taking in the natural, cultural culinary and historical highlights of Kangaroo Island and Adelaide, combined with some time in the Barossa Valley and a trip aboard the Indian-Pacific. This trip will hopefully run in late September 2015, but we will need minimum numbers to run it. With several already interested now is the time to let us know that you would like to come! As you can see Leonie has recently been on site to scope out some of the highlights and believes it will be a fantastic trip!
Christmas Markets: With this years season of celebration upon us it is time to look ahead to think about what you will be doing next Christmas .. or more importantly just prior! We have a great programme we are hoping to get off the ground covering the best of Germany alongside the unique revelry that are the German Christmas Markets. A perfect chance to explore a taste of Christmas that is not usually seen within Australia.
So if you are intrigued by Kangaroo Island or the Christmas Markets or would like to join one of our other 2015 tours do not hesitate to let us know!
Otherwise if you would like to join us at one of our workshops to help us develop our 2016 Tours please just click on the appropriate link here at Shoalhavensolosisters.com.au
My Travel Expert and Shoalhaven Solo Sisters 