MicCanberra

A big day for many.

Not much, the hostile threads get shut down quickly

Antarctica, it is much further south but no dust like that

Another few years and it will be 60%

With so many Elite pax, the benefits will continue to be watered down.

Yep, the upgrade fairy is now endangered, and it's habitat is greatly reduced.

What sort of beef do they use at McDonalds?

The whole industry is a mish mash of different systems depending on the individuals country and also the country in which you book. Sometimes it is to do with what is included or not, their maybe regional discounts, regional inclusions, regional protections, etc.

Good job, Tacos are a miss there as well.

Not me, but my point was that food is subjective and some places do some foods better than elsewhere. Like the Chinese food in Australia is better than in China.

Looking west

Perhaps, but maybe shorter flights with more stop overs to get somewhere is better then.

I like business class, but I don't like paying for it. I would rather use the money on extending the trip or other trips. As my wife says, by not paying for Business, it is like being paid $200 + per hour. Easier and cheaper to either book a lay-over or extra nights accommodation to allow for recovery.

Swans to 2nd on the ladder, 1 game behind 1st. They play GWS next week, currently 3rd on percentage.

Full time, Sydney Swans 18.10 (118) to the Hawthorn Hawks 5.12 (42)

3rd quarter, Sydney Swans 15.8 (98) to the Hawthorn Hawks 4.9 (33)

It is only better for Japanese food, Japan's NYC pizza or Calzone is crap if you can even find it.

Buddy on for half time entertainment, interview and accolades.

Agreed, if it ends up being that, then remove the $8ppAUD per day.

1st half, Sydney Swans 10.6 (66) to the Hawthorn Hawks 3.6 (24)

I believe it is the same but in AUD added to your onboard account daily.

Yes, that is a crock, and it is just one way Princess, is ripping the consumer on currency exchanges.

I believe the cruise lines that charge in AUD onboard while cruising here is to be competitive with each other and definitely over the lines that don't. As for why, Aussie TAs include the gratuities for domestic cruises, that is to do with our consumer laws where there shouldn't be mandatory add ons after an initial purchase price. Businesses must display clear and accurate prices. They must not mislead consumers about their prices. There are specific laws about how businesses must display their prices. Businesses must display a total price that includes taxes, duties and all unavoidable or pre-selected extra fees.