Really Nice Vacations

My friend who is a budding singer-musician said he is going to Melbourne to carve out a niche there. I would have thought staying in the USA is a better choice. After all, lots of stars started out singing in dingy clubs or even one of those reality shows. I really don’t know why he picked Melbourne as his first stop, especially when the Melbourne state government planned to trial a 2 am curfew in the city. Melbourne is like New York, a city that never sleeps with an exciting music and art scene. So what does it all mean? Basically you won’t be able to enter a bar in Melbourne after 2 am. The government says the move is to curb alcohol-fueled violence by reducing the amount of bar hoppers circulating the city. Hmmm.

Whatever. His life, his choice. His plan is to go to Melbourne first and after that he might go to Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. I have been to Melbourne and I like the scenic Great Ocean Walk very much. Let’s hope the guy will sing to the ocean to practice his “qi” like those masters we saw in the Chinese and Japanese sword-fighting and gongfu movies.

His task to me is where to stay in those 4 places before he find a permanent place.. That isn’t daunting and I know a good website that will give me the details in a few clicks. Plus the fact he told me “money isn’t the major consideration but try to keep it under A$200 per night”

For Melbourne, I will pick one from the Radisson Hotels & Accommodation chain – the Radisson On Flagstaff Gardens Melbourne. Located in Melbourne’s CBD, this hotel with a 4.5 star rating is opposite to the Flagstaff Gardens and is conveniently located within short walking distance of the city’s many attractions. I figured he will need to be within city area to get and “meet” some opportunities. Anyway, the current price is right on target, only A$151 after a good discount.

For Sydney, I will short-list Four Points by Sheraton. The 4-star rating hotel is built overlooking Darling Harbour, it is located in Sydney’s bustling Central Business District. The 2-bed room at A$180 is well within his budget, so that’s cool. I always like the Sheraton Hotels. In fact, I stayed in one when I went to HK last month.

For Adelaide, Rydges South Park Adelaide is perfectly positioned for guests travelling on business or leisure trips. The hotel is situated next to the southern parklands with views over the Adelaide Hills. I understand that this is one of the more popular Rydges Hotels.

For Perth, Travelodge Hotel Perth is a good choice. Centrally located at the southern end of Perth’s shopping district and within walking distance to the city centre, entertainment and shopping area, the room will only cost him A$146. Travelodge is primarily a UK budget hotel brand, with a range of hotels around the world. Many hotels are located beside motorways and major roads, but this is now changing as newer hotels begin to open in city centres.

What do you think of my suggestion? If you have visited in any of these cities and have your favorite or “black-listed” hotels, do share..

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