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Traveling to Australia? Here's a Quick Guide to the Aussie Language
Friday, 21 March 2008
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By Graeme Lanham

  "Don't they speak English in Australia?" I hear you ask. You'll be pleased to know that they do. It's just that they sometimes speak it a little differently. If you are planning to travel to the land of Oz, here's a brief guide to help you.

But first, try this sample quiz on typical Aussie phrases. Don't worry if you don't get them. Even some Aussies find them baffling. The answers are at the end of the article. (no peeping!)

5 typical Australian phrases.

1) Emma chisit.
2) I'm a bit crook today.
3) Bloody good tucker
4) A few kangaroos short in the top paddock.
5) Technicolor yawn.

5 Commonly used Aussie words.

1) Bloke.
An Aussie male. If he's a reasonable person, he may be referred to as "A good bloke". If not he may be called a tosser or even stronger expletives.

2) Shiela.
Sometimes used as another word for "woman", although rarely used in the southern states. It can be also used as a derogatory term. Aussie men love their sport and if the footy team
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Rewards Credit Card: Travel For Free
Thursday, 20 March 2008
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By Annette D. Wilson

  One of the most popular reward credit cards are travel reward cards. Generally, travel reward card members gain points each time they use their credit card to purchase airline tickets, to pay for their hotel accommodations, for going on a cruise, for renting cars and of course, when purchasing items from affiliate merchants. These points are collected until the minimum number of points is reached that qualifies the card holder for a free travel.

Usually, the reward is redeemed from an affiliate airline. Travel reward cards often have partnerships with more than just one airline. When choosing a card, it is best to pick the one that has affiliates with the airline that you prefer to fly with.

Aside from free travel tickets, those who have collected enough points can also enjoy discounted rates from hotels, and car rentals as well gift certificates, freebies and special privileges that are exclusive only for card holders.

The terms and conditions about collecting points and claiming the rewards earned differ depending on the credit card issuer. Most travel reward credit cards give
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