Step in to Ned Kelly’s shoes at the Old Melbourne Gaol

The Melbourne Gaol is an iconic landmark and is the site for 135 hangings including the infamous Ned Kelly the bushranger and Squizzy Taylor the famously notorious gangster. Here you will get the chance to walk the green mile in this 19th century prison, historic Magistrates’ Court and the former Police City Watch House. Situated on Russell Street, between Victoria and La Trobe Street and open daily between 9:30am to 5:00pm you can reach here either by tram, train or car but don’t forget to first book your cheap flights to Melbourne.




Many bushrangers, baby farmers, murderers and gangsters spent the last days of their lives here alongside petty offenders such as vagrants, bankrupts and lunatics. On your visit you will be able to experience what life was like behind bars for some of Australia’s most notorious villains. You will get to learn about their life of crimes and their famous trials and their final treatment. History comes to life here and many ghost sightings have scared the visitors into having an outer worldly experience.

The museum section displays the famous revolver, the iron mask, and bones of Ned Kelly the most legendary outlaw in all of Australia who was put to death right here on 11th November, 1880. His remains have been tampered with and many mysteries and controversies still circle his case.

Come and discover them all during the special extravaganza held on his death anniversary every year. This year in commemoration on his 131st death anniversary a dinner is being offered on Thursday evening, 10th November on the gallows ground as the exact spot where he took his last breath. Ned Kelly’s last words were ‘Such is life’ and his last meal was known to be ‘roast lamb, peas and a bottle of claret’. A short reenactment called ‘Such is life’ will be conducted for the attendees and a similar 3 course dinner will be served. Special lucky draws will be conducted and the winner will get the chance to take some of the history home. Special guest speaker will be Associate Professor, David Ransom who was the scientific project leader who oversaw the Ned Kelly case. Dinner timings are between 6:30pm and 9:00pm and ticket costs are $130AUD.



If you are a fan on Ned Kelly and inspired by his story then join in on the Ned Kelly tour and travel across Victoria and find out the Kelly origins and see where all Ned Kelly the son of an Irish convict brushed with the law. Learn about how he became a fugitive in 1878 and how the relentless police pursuit finally culminated in the famous shootout at Glenrowan – this is where he was captured and the rest of his gang killed. The touring rout will take you back to his Irish beginnings and you will get to see the kind of situation he grew up in.

Follow in the footsteps of Australia’s most iconic characters, hero to some and an outlaw to others but his impact on history is huge. Don’t miss a chance to become a part of this legendary tale and experience it like it happened.

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Witness the Amazing Atlantic City Air Show

The Atlantic City Air show is known as the “Thunder Over the Boardwalk”, and is one of Atlantic City’s most popular events and one of the best and largest air shows in all of North America. Here you get the chance to witness the heart-stopping feats and aerobatic maneuvers by military and civilian pilots. Also see amazing formation flying and solo routines that the whole family can enjoy. Don’t fall behind and book your cheap flights to Atlanta to see these amazing feats being performed live every year in August.



Before the Atlantic City air show you get to salute America’s Armed Forces on their annual Boardwalk Parade. Along with the Military bands you will get to see the Veterans and US Coast Guard Training Center Band, Police and Fire Department Bands in their finest uniforms along with multiple floats carrying live entertainment such as the Jersey Shore Rock & Roll ensemble and the New Orleans Brass Band.
At the Air Show you get to experience the thrill of watching live flybys and demonstrations that reach up to 15,000 feet and down low as 50 feet over the water, right in front of the Atlantic City skyline performed by:


• US Air Force Thunderbirds
• US Navy Super Hornet
• US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team
• US Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo
• Canadian Skyhawks Parachute Team
• US Air Force Heritage Flight
• US Air Force Hercules
• Geico Skytypers
• US Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker
• Heavy Metal Jet Team
• US Air Force F-16 Fighter Falcon
• US Air Force Thunderbolt II
• US Air Force Globemaster III
And so much more.


Getting here to watch the show will be easy enough as many special busses and other forms of transport will be available for on this day. Also the viewing of the show is free from any location on the Boardwalk and beach but to get premium seats and join on the special lunches you will need to pay. However all boating activities will be closed during the time of the show due to security reasons and the water will be declared a ‘no boating zone’ except for the Coast Guard and other Police Boats but as soon as the show is over you can take any kind of boat ride you want.


The timings of the show are from 1000 to 1700 hours and we recommend bringing your own sunscreen, snack and bottled water, and be sure to wear sun glasses and light clothing as it does tend to get pretty hot during the sunny August afternoons. Bring along cameras and binoculars for better views and ear plugs if you have small children with you. If you plan to sit on the beach then hats and umbrellas are as important as your bathing suits. Make sure you have access to the radio to listen to the live Atlantic City Air show broadcast from the Boardwalk to remain informed of what all is going on around you at AM 1400 WOND and Lite Rock 96.9 WFPG.
Plan your trip as this is an experience of a life time and worth the watch. Atlantic City itself offers so many activities and entertainment with unique restaurants and casinos but this special event is like no other and truly is aptly titled: “Thunder Over the Boardwalk”.


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Jakarta Tourist Attractions

Previously known as Batavia, Jakarta is officially known as the Special Capital Territory of Jakarta and is not only the capital of Indonesia but is also its largest city. Situated on the North West coast of Java, it is the centre of the country’s political, cultural and economic activities. Being the tenth largest city in the world, Jakarta is the most populous city in both Indonesia and South East Asia. Its strategic position is also quite known as it serves as significant trading port for the Kingdom of Sunda. In addition to this, Jakarta is one of Indonesia’s designated and very well developed tourist areas and to aid that, it is equipped with various means of modern and efficient transportation by rail, sea, air or bus. To make your trip a memorable one to this exotic destination, we’re offering cheap flights from the UK to Jakarta for a vacation that you and your family would never forget.



Jakarta, diverse in its existence also serves to be a gateway to several other tourist destinations in Indonesia such as Bali, Sumatra and Java. It has the most important harbor in Indonesia and its largest and most modern airport. Jakarta is a city is that is rich in its culture and heritage and represents such traits rather beautifully. An enriching contrasts of rich and poor, traditional and modern and sacral and worldly stands side by side in this busy yet exciting metropolis. And to experience that, would be fun and memorable.

One of the most amusing and popular tourist destinations within Jakarta is the fascinating ‘Sea World’. This is a massive oceanarium which happily introduces visitors to over 4000 fish and sharks of about 300 different species. It offers you with a great chance to experience and enjoy the deep sea panorama as your stroll through an impressive tunnel built over eighty meters. It provides with an interesting insight into the sea life spread throughout the 500 million liters of sea water and their diet as they are fed thrice a day. Some of the sea animals are also hand fed and all of them and looked after very vigilantly.


The Sea World is the first underwater world recreational destination in Indonesia and therefore successfully manages to attract over millions of tourists each year. Apart from the exciting introduction to the underwater world, there are several other attractions. Ranging from the main aquarium to the SharkQuarium to the thrilling touch pool there is also the opportunity to feed reptiles such as the crocodiles from a safe distance. You could even watch the Piranhas grab their food and finish it in a matter of seconds. It would also be an extra ordinary experience for you to see Moray Eel capture their food from a very close distance and see their fang like teeth rip apart their prey.

Perhaps one of the most fascinating features at the Sea World is the AquArapaima where you could see the unique self adaptation process of one of the largest fresh Water fish known as Arapaima Gigas as they roll their body in a rather interesting circular shape and bury them into a hole until the river water rises. They come up to the water surface after every 15-20 minutes as they need oxygen for breathing.
This dynamic Sea World situated in Jakarta aims to fulfill three purposes which are firstly to promote an underwater educational facility, unlimited entertainment and underwater conversation. Till date it has managed to successfully cater to these missions and has simultaneously emerged as a great spot for recreation and fun.


If you want to attain exposure, knowledge and have fun while doing so then the Sea World Indonesia is just the place for you. So book cheap tickets for you and your family from the UK to Jakarta with us and be prepared to have an absolutely fantastic time and you explore the wonders of the underworld.

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Discover Brussels and comics history of Brussels

Did you know that the creator of Tintin was from Belgium? And that the smurfs too originated from here? And so many more comics like Broussaille; Asterix and Obelix; Victor Sackville; Gaston Lagaffe; Sailor boy; Lucky Luke and many more were all created by Belgian artists. Brussels celebrates this fact by calling itself ‘The Comic book Capital of the World’. With over 700 comic book authors, Belgium has the distinction of having the most comic book authors per square mile than anyplace else in the world. With internationally recognized comic book characters like the smurfs, tintin and Asterix & Obelix Brussels promotes them by sponsoring over 40 beautiful comic book art murals all over the city. Discover all of this first hand and revisit the old comic books of your childhood and book your cheap flights to Brussels.


Here you will also find many new and used comic book stores and even a Tintin boutique store. The best works can be seen at the Belgian Comic Strip Center which has an exhibit called the history of art form where you can discover how these comics depict history and the thinking and lifestyles of the past. Another top spot is the Marc Sleen Museum which exhibits the works of the “Living Legend of Belgian Comic Strip Art in Flemish”. The amazing art murals may seem random but they are in reality great displays of connections between the history and culture of this city splashed in with a bit on whimsical and surreal fun. You will notice this as you wander through the streets.


You can even join in on the numerous walking tours which are available at most stops especially during peak season. Some of the numerous murals are used as a form of advertisement or to attract customers to their nearby café while some are authentically placed at the homes of the famous creators such as the cliff hanger scene depicted outside the creator of the Ric Hochet mystery comic book series. The author even though was Frenchman named André-Paul Duchateau but the drawings were created by the famous comic book artist Tibet.


The Belgian Comic Strip Center the visitors can discover an array of permanent exhibitions which are illustrated with original comic strip drawing and other historic and unique objects which may have even inspired them. Simultaneously there are also many temporary exhibitions on display which change throughout the year. This comic book center is housed in the glorious Art Nouveau temple which was created by the famous architect Victor Horta in 1906. This center inaugurated in 1989 and now every year over 200,000 visitors come from all over the world come to see the amazing comic strip exhibits and celebrate the communicative power of these simple illustrations.


Currently the most focus is back on ‘The Adventures of Tintin’ which features a young reporter named Tintin from Brussels who travels around the world solving mysteries with his faithful dog named Snowy. He befriends an old Captain Haddock who is not vey witty but always intrigued by Tintin’s work. The focus has returned on this 1929 comic due to Steven Spielberg’s new release of the animated film titled “The Adventures of Tintin: Secret of the Unicorn” in 3D. Children and grownups alike are now lining up to see the actual history of Tintin after watching this new movie. Don’t stray far behind and line up too to join in on the fun and plan a visit to Tintin’s home town: Brussels! search cheap flights always one step ahead providing cheapest flights to worldwide