Hello everyone, welcome to my blog, Infinitely Travelling!!. I hope you enjoy the blog. It was created with my passion for travelling, so I hope you find inspiration to plan your next travel adventure!. Introducing myself, I’m Ellie, a 23 year old Bachelor of Arts and Commerce student, about to graduate at the end of the year!.

I also have a Certificate IV in Tourism, which i got in 2012. This was to enable me to work for my father’s travel management agency , doing admin work , quoting flights, accomodation, tours, transfers , you name it!. I have been very fortunate from a young age, to be able to travel the globe. In no particular order: Europe: France, Britain, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Turkey, Macedonia, Greece. Asia: Singapore. Pacific Islands: Cook Islands. North America: USA. Oceania: New Zealand, Fiji. Middle East: UAE.

Needless to say there are still ALOT of places i would LOVE to go to. These include Asia: Japan, Hong Kong, China, Thailand. Europe: Croatia, Spain, Greek Islands, Netherlands, Germany, Iceland, Norway, Czech Republic, Ireland. North America: Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic,  Bahamas, St Maarten’s and Turks and Caicos. Africa: South Africa, Mauritius, Seychelles.

Below is a photo of my trip to the USA back in December 2016,  on board  Air New Zealand  Flight 6 , operated by a Boeing 777-300,  bound for Los Angeles, after we had just taken off from Auckland, at around 7pm. Hence, you can see the gradual darkening of the sky into night time in this photo. It was overall a pleasant flight with brilliant service and tonnes of movie watching.

QANTAS ADVANCING WITH WIFI ON DOMESTIC FLIGHTS WHILST VIRGIN EYES LA ROUTES

 

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With Cathay Pacific planning to roll out wi-fi on its Boeing 777s and Airbus A330s, Australian airlines Qantas and Virgin Australia are going head to head with delivering wi-fi on their flights. Qantas so far has installed wifi on 15 of its 80 Boeing 737-800 aircraft seven months since the launch of the Qantas wi-fi service.  It is stepping up its game with Gen2 technology platform which will see more efficient and faster wifi than the system installed on the first aircraft. The medium to long range Qantas A330s which fly from east to west will also get the Gen2 technology platform , and this will see the entire domestic Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A330 fleet outfitted by the end of 2018.  Qantas does plan to install wifi on its international routes. Competitor Virgin Australia  is currently fitting the first of five  Boeing 777-300ERs with satellite wifi. The other four will be all fitted by April 2018.

5 LUXURY LOCOMOTIVES TO EXPERIENCE

Locomotives provide an incredible way to travel providing alternative ways to travel other than aeroplane and cruise ship. There are plenty of locomotives to choose from around the world, varying in duration and prices. You get to  see a lot on locomotives as you travel through and experience incredible views of the scenery outside as well as fine dining and luxurious bedding.  Here is a list of top 5 luxury locomotives you should hop aboard on:

 

BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMAN

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Discover the best of Scotland, whether it be on the Scotch Malt Whisky Trail or the Grand Western Scenic Wonders trip, on the Belmond Royal Scotsman. This locomotive takes you through the Highlands of picturesque Scotland, with exquisite dining options such as local fresh game, salmon and seafood. There is also an opportunity to pamper oneself with a spa where you can indulge in a great facial. The train doesn’t move come night time thereby giving passengers the benefit of a great night’s sleep.

 

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

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See the jaw dropping Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer. You will see lush green forests, turquoise glacier-fed lakes, towering mountains and local wildlife on your journey aboard. It also gives guests an opportunity to take part of the trip’s scheduled activities, such as  Victoria and a whale watching excursion, a summit helicopter tour, a Banff to Calgary sightseeing adventure and a Jasper National Park tour. Travelers can even add an Alaska cruise to their trip.

VENICE SIMPLON ORIENT EXPRESS

 

Embark on the Venice Simplon Orient Express, where you can take a nostalgic trip to the 1920s with a vintage decked out cabin. It offers classic luxury with celebratory breakfast and bubbles at the Champagne Bar.

BELMOND GRAND HIBERNIAN

 

Taking you through the scenic land of Ireland, the Belmond Grand Hibernian allows you to choose from The Grand Tour of Ireland which offers highlights of the entire country while the Legends and Loughs trip features “hidden gems of the Emerald Isle,”. The Observation Cart offers a warm and lively vibe with live musicians and animated storytelling .

ROVOS RAIL

This locomotive in Africa lets you experience Cape Town, Victoria Falls as well as much more of Africa in comfort. It has air conditioning and allows you to open the windows for fresh air . It also has an individualistic touch providing  host/ess for room service anytime.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CATHAY PACIFIC TO FIT ITS BOEING 777S , AIRBUS A330S AND OWN COMPANY DRAGON AIR WITH WI-FI

 

 

 

 

The long range Boeing 777-300ER

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The medium to long range Airbus A330-300

As of mid 2018,  passengers on most international flights with Cathay Pacific on board its Boeing 777s , Airbus A330s as well as own company Dragon Air, will be able to get access to WI-FI during their flights. There is already wifi on its newest aircraft, the Airbus A350 charging US$9 for 1 hour, $12.95 for 6 hours and $20 flat fee for internet usage for the entire duration of the flight. Pricing is yet to be announced for using wifi on the Boeing 777s , Airbus A330s as well as Dragon Air. Watch this space…..

 

 

 

 

 

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SINGAPORE AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW FIRST CLASS SUITE ON A380

 

With Etihad dominating  the skies with its “The Apartment Suites” on the A380 which is award winning, and Emirates announcing its revamping of its First class Suites also on the A380 as well as Boeing 777-300ER , Singapore Airlines has responded with all new cabin class products. But this report will specifically look at its all new First Class offering. Its existing first class products on the A380 was 12 years old, so an overhaul was definitely overdue.  The new fittings will be present on the 5 new A380s Singapore Airlines has ordered and 14 of its existing A380s will be retrofitted. The new First Class features a 32′ HD TV,  a Poltrona Frau Swivel Chair upholstered in fine leather, sliding privacy doors, a fully flat bed as well an ottoman stool . In contrast to the existing layout of Singapore’s A380s, there will only be 6 first class suites compared to the 12 present. This guarantees a much more spacious and intimate cabin as well as a more one to one tailored cabin service.

 

New SQ first class

New SQ A380 first class suite storage compartment

New SQ first class bathroom

 

To see my recent other report of the latest in airline news see

DELTA’S FIRST A350 STARTS INAUGURAL SERVICE DEBUTING THE ALL SUITES BUSINESS CLASS

 

 

 

DELTA’S FIRST A350 STARTS INAUGURAL SERVICE DEBUTING THE ALL SUITES BUSINESS CLASS

The first A350 for Delta

US Airline Delta, has just started operating its first service from Detroit (DTW) to Tokyo (NRT) flight number DL275, with its first A350 as of October 30 . It is the first US airline to operate the A350. The flight departs at 1:40pm and arrives at 4:40pm  the next day in Tokyo. It is just over 13 hours of flying. The Delta A350 has 306 seats , and Delta has 25 A350s on current order.

All Suites Business Class

Also debuting , is Delta’s “All Suites Business Class” as shown below. There are 32 of these seats in a staggered 1-2-1 configuration.  The seats are 21 inches wide and will recline to a fully flat bed up to 81 inches. There are light-up Do Not Disturb signs, customizable individual ambient lighting settings, dedicated stowage spaces for personal belongings like electronic devices and shoes, memory foam cushions and universal power outlets and high-powered USB ports. In addition there are 18-inch high-resolution touchscreens on which passengers can watch the airline’s signature Delta Studio entertainment options including hundreds of movies and TV shows, or stream their own content. Flights will also offer high-speed 2Ku Wi-Fi for a fee.

 Premium Select Cabin

Premium  Select , is also an impressive product on Delta’s A350 and is in a 2-4-2 configuration. It features the same quilted leather seats as Delta’s All Suites Business class.

 

Economy /Main Cabin

Lastly, the economy  main cabin is in a 3-3-3 configuration and like its upper class counterparts, finished off  in high quality.

With the inaugural service on the first A350, and the debut of the All Suites Business classes, Delta promises to redefine long haul travelling, and  puts an emphasis on luxury and comfort coupled with innovation and quality.

MY RECOMMENDATIONS: TOP HOTELS TO STAY IN LAS VEGAS

Las Vegas, also known as “Sin City” is a colourful and vibing city in Nevada, USA. It attracts all sorts of people from the high roller gamblers to tourists. Some of Las Vegas’s best hotels are located in the most famous section of Las Vegas known as “The Strip”.  Below is a list of hotels i have stayed at, and highly recommend staying at when you visit Las Vegas.

#1. The Bellagio

The Bellagio is an incredibly grand looking hotel

The front of The Bellagio

The amazing conservatory of the Bellagio which comes alive on such special occasions such as Christmas!

The Bellagio is a grand 5 star hotel on the Strip that is well known for its opulence.  By personal opinion, i would argue, this is one of the best hotels on “The Strip”.  It boasts some amazing pools and cabanas,  concierge,  a spa salon and a gym , luxurious rooms ranging from the Fountain View King and Queen Rooms to the  Executive Hospitality Suite,  as well as an array of fine bars including  “The Bank” with exotic design  great music and unparalleled customer service and “The Petrossian” named one of America’s best hotel bars by the hospitality industry’s Santé Magazine, thanks to Bellagio’s team of seasoned mixologists. Restaurant wise it offers the best dining such as “Le Cirque” a AAA Five Diamond Award hotel , featuring a  contemporary French cuisine set seamlessly within an intimate, jewel box setting , and Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant and Lounge Executive Chef Akira Back uses the highest quality of seasonal fish and ingredients to create his delicious culinary masterpieces with elegant wood and stone decor in the dining room and lounge foster a vibrant and sensual atmosphere. Entertainment wise Bellagio doesnt disappoint with constant events on such as Cirque Du Soleil and the famous  “Dancing Fountains”.

#2 The Wynn

The exterior view of “The Wynn”

Painstaking detail of floral art in the lobby of “The Wynn

Wynn Las Vegas is towards the end of “The Strip” and has a twin called “Encore” right next door to it.  Wynn holds more Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards than any other independent hotel company in the world. It has resort rooms and tower suites from Deluxe Suite to Panoramic Corner affording fabulous views . Tower suites range from Tower King Suite to the Fairway Villa. As per Las Vegas standards, it has casinos and high end shopping designer boutique stores such as Alexander Mcqueen, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Rolex to name a few. For your relaxation needs, it also has a spa salon with many treatment spaces, sauna and plunge pools or bask in the soft glow of the sun-lit atrium. There are also gyms with nationally certified personal trainers and daily fitness classes. If you want to beautify yourself there is the Claude Baruk Salon that  offers a full menu of exceptional cut, color and rejuvenating treatment services. Experience the culmination of a restorative treatment and a sense of well-being with a hair-spa ritual that is designed to renew hair, body and mind. . There are also pools with service and private cabanas for hire. And if you love golf, a 18 hole golf course you can play to your heart’s content!

 

#3 Mandalay Bay

Looking straight from my floor this January

Christmas Day 2016 in the Lobby 🙂

Michael Jackson’s authentic jacket on display . I went and saw “One”, in tribute of the late MJ.

Located at the end of the strip, Mandalay Bay is a luxurious resort with renown for its entertainment precincts, that attract high profile celebrities in nightclubs such as LIGHT nightclub and bars such as the opulent SkyFall Lounge offering 180 degree views of the city below. If you like the cold, head to Minus 5 Ice Bar,it  lets you explore intricately handcrafted sculptures and architecture made from 100% pure Canadian ice. Everything that surrounds you is pure, crystal-clear glacial ice, from the seats to the cocktail glasses. There is Cirque du Soleil “One” in honour of the late Michael Jackson, which i saw during my visit in December 2016. It is something i highly recommend you see and is emotion invoking, with phenomenal choreography , lights and sound/effects. There is also the “House of Blues” Hall. In addition, there is “Shark Reef Aquarium” and “The Big Apple Coaster and Arcade” .  Rooms range from the Resort King to the Conference/Media Suite.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GlOOMY MELBOURNE MONDAY AFTERNOON

A gloomy, stormy Melbourne this late afternoon!. Look at the contrast between the dark skies and the bay 😍 . #gloomymonday#stormclouds #portphillipbay

HIGHLIGHT OF MY HOME CITY MELBOURNE: SOUTHBANK MURAL

It was a beautiful spring day in Melbourne yesterday ☀️☀️ . It was  a top of 29 degrees celsius ! Southbank Promenade is a perfect place to stroll or chill in , especially on such a beautiful day like yesterday!.  Here is what you’ll find on your walk through, a Southbank Mural 😀#southbankpromenade #southbankmural

 

Check out my other “Highlights of my home city Melbourne” articles here 🙂

HIGHLIGHTS OF MELBOURNE: FITZROY GARDENS

HIGHLIGHTS OF MELBOURNE: CHINATOWN

Highlights of Melbourne

HIGHLIGHTS OF MELBOURNE

Highlights of Melbourne

 

TOP AIRLINES YOU SHOULD FLY WITH

So this year (as it does every year)  Skytrax held  its Airline Awards .  It gives airline awards out based on several categories such as “World’s Best Airline” which was awarded to Qatar (see my article CONGRATULATIONS QATAR AIRWAYS ON BEING VOTED THE WORLD’S BEST AIRLINE FOR 2017! for more details on that” best regional airlines, most improved airlines and more.  Here is the following list for the best first class , business class , premium  economy class and economy class.

BEST FIRST CLASS 2017

1	Etihad Airways
2	Emirates
3	Lufthansa
4	Air France
5	Singapore Airlines
6	ANA All Nippon Airways
7	Cathay Pacific
8	Qatar Airways
9	Japan Airlines
10	Qantas Airways
11	Garuda Indonesia
12	Swiss
13	Thai Airways
14	Asiana Airlines
15	Saudi Arabian Airlines
16	Korean Air
17	China Southern
18	Oman Air
19	British Airways
20	Malaysia Airlines

Above Photo: Etihad Apartment Residence First Class on the A380

BEST BUSINESS CLASS

1	Qatar Airways
2	ANA All Nippon Airways
3	Singapore Airlines
4	Etihad Airways
5	Lufthansa
6	Turkish Airlines
7	Garuda Indonesia
8	Cathay Pacific
9	Emirates
10	EVA Air
11	Japan Airlines
12	Hainan Airlines
13	Qantas Airways
14	Austrian
15	Virgin Australia
16	China Airlines
17	Air France
18	Swiss
19	Asiana Airlines
20	Oman Air

Above Photo: Qatar Airways Business Class on the 787-900 Dreamliner

BEST PREMIUM ECONOMY 2017

1	Qantas Airways
2	Air New Zealand
3	Lufthansa
4	Singapore Airlines
5	Air France
6	Japan Airlines
7	Virgin Australia
8	China Airlines
9	Aeroflot Russian Airlines
10	ANA All Nippon Airways
11	EVA Air
12	Air Canada
13	Cathay Pacific
14	Vietnam Airlines
15	Alitalia
16	Virgin Atlantic
17	SAS Scandinavian
18	British Airways
19	China Southern
20	LOT Polish

Above Photo: Qantas Premium Economy on the A380

BEST ECONOMY CLASS 2017

1 Thai Airways
2 Qatar Airways
3 Asiana Airlines
4 Garuda Indonesia
5 Singapore Airlines
6 Japan Airlines
7 Emirates
8 ANA All Nippon Airways
9 EVA Air
10 Lufthansa
11 Turkish Airlines
12 Hainan Airlines
13 Virgin Australia
14 Saudi Arabian Airlines
15 China Airlines
16 Qantas Airways
17 Bangkok Airways
18 Air New Zealand
19 Oman Air
20 Malaysia Airlines

Above Photo: Economy on Thai Airways A380