Bilo Gun Batteries / Bunkers (Lami, Fiji Island) — an important part of the Fiji Defence Force during this time was the Bilo Battery Gun Site. The Bilo Battery, located at Lami (in the outskirts of Suva) was constructed in January of 1941 to defend Suva Harbour from any Japanese military attacks. The Bilo Battery […]
Fiji, a country in the South Pacific, is an archipelago of more than 300 islands. Historians note that Fiji was originally settled by Austronesians and later by Melanesians, with some Polynesian influences. The first European contact with Fiji was during the 17th century (when Dutch explorer Abel Tasman came across the islands during his voyage […]
Australia Fair Shopping Centre (42 Marine Parade, Southport, Queensland) – this is a two-level shopping center servicing Gold Coast area consumers. Originally built in 1983, it currently has over 230 stores (like Woolworths, Kmart, Sam’s Warehouse, Footlocker, Payless Shoes, and various local & regional retailers). That, as well as the usual shopping mall amenities (eateries […]
A Tavola (348 Victoria St, Darlinghurst, Sydney) — A Tavola was established in 2007 in buzzing Darlinghurst district by chef owner Eugenio Maiale. A Tavola quickly earned a reputation of being one of Sydney’s best places to go for authentic Italian pasta. The long marble table is filled with loyal and regular diners – all […]
Aboriginal Heritage Museum (39/137 Sailors Bay Road, Northbridge, Sydney) – this museum holds a vast collection of Aboriginal artifacts, along with historical European items such as ship replicas and uniforms, working displays and interactive models. This is a great museum for those interested in learning about Australia and its native inhabitants before the arrival of […]
Allphones Arena (Olympic Blvd., Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney) – this 21,000-seat arena is actually a large entertainment and sporting complex in Sydney (completed in 1999 in time for the 2000 Summer Olympics there). It is also known as Sydney Super Dome. Along with holding sporting events like basketball and tennis, it’s best known for various […]
Blu Bar on 36 (Shangri-La Hotel, 36/176 Cumberland St, Sydney) – this is a trendy bar located on the 36th floor of the Shangri-La Hotel in The Rocks area of Sydney. The fact that this spot offers spectacular views of both Darling and Sydney harbors makes Blu Bar a tourist attraction in its own right.
Art Gallery of New South Wales (Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney) – located a short distance from Sydney Harbour, this museum has five levels of art, which includes collections of Aboriginal works, as well as European and Asian art and artifacts. This, along with local and international contemporary art. Admission: free (except for special […]
Wisma AtriaWisma Atria (435 Orchard Road, Singapore) — Ladies, grab your purses because this mall is all about you. With fashion at its heart and trendy female shoppers as its audience, Wisma Atria is heaven for the fashion-savvy consumer. Located at the heart of Orchard Road – one of Singapore’s most popular shopping strips […]
VivoCity (1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore) — As Singapore’s largest retail and lifestyle destination, VivoCity is an imposing part of the country’s plethora of shopping options. Located next to the water across from Sentosa Island, the mall is beautifully set up as an easygoing and fun shopping destination. Japanese architect Toyo Ito has made full use […]