Where Are Dead Can Dance From?

Dead Can Dance is a world fusion music band which was formed in my home town of Melbourne, Australia back in August 1981. The band made up of by Lisa Gerrard and Brendan Perry, relocated to London during May 1982 and disbanded in 1998. They reunited in 2005 for a world tour, and again in 2011-2012 for a new album ‘Anastasis’ and launched a world tour which is currently underway. I am hoping to get attend their Melbourne concert in February 2013.

Australian music historian Ian McFarlane described Dead Can Dance as having an ambient style of world music that “constructed soundscapes of mesmerising grandeur and solemn beauty; African polyrhythms, Gaelic folk, Gregorian chant, Middle Eastern mantras, and art-rock.” The Host of Seraphim is featured in the movie ‘Baraka‘ and really is quite a hauntingly moving piece of music.

The Host of Seraphim – Dead Can Dance

A Passage In Time – Dead Can Dance

For More Information

• Wikipedia
• Dead Can Dance – Official Website

Travel Photo of the Week: Serenity on the Farm, Yea, Australia

This was the most serene view of the neighbouring farm from ‘Wood Duck Cottage‘ where we recently took a little break. On one side of the cottage there were a couple of horses, on another, sheep and here we have some cattle lolling about under a large shady tree by the farm pond. It was almost picture perfect but the ducks on the pond insisted they remained out of sight! I had hoped they may have swum into view but they didn’t.

Family Holidays to Spain: 7 Days in Benidorm

When you book Benidorm holidays, it is only the start of the excitement you are about to experience.

As one of the top holidays to Spain among British holidaymakers, it comes as no surprise that Benidorm is kitted out with tons of family friendly attractions. You’ll be spoilt for choice with how to spend your week.

Day 1: Terra Natura is an educational wildlife park split off into the seven continents of the world, each zone with its own ecosystem and native animals.

Day 2: After a day relaxing on Benidorm’s best beaches, head to Benidorm Circus. Impressive acrobatic displays and trapeze acts keep tourists flocking back year after year.

Day 3: Terra Mitica is jam packed with traditional thrill rides. Although more of a fairground than a theme park, the rides here pack plenty of punch. Best for older children due to the minimum height restriction of 140cm.

Day 4: What family holiday is complete without some waterpark action? Aqualandia has chutes, flumes and slides in abundance for adrenaline junkies. Adults can relax on the loungers watching youngsters in the splash pools.

Day 5: Swim with dolphins and watch breathtaking sealife shows at Mundomar, one of Benidorm’s finest attractions.

Day 6: Take a trip away from the hustle and bustle of Benidorm and book a Jeep Safari. Teens and adults will love the midnight tours, while those with tots have the option of exploring the island by daylight.

Day 7: Aqua Natura is a family orientated waterpark alternative to Aqualandia. Wind the pace down on your last day in the sun and cool off at this calm child friendly attraction. Complete with slides, loungers, pools and more.

Secure your spot in the sun for a fantastic price. Book Benidorm holidays online now for the best deals on 2013 holidays to Spain.

Where are the Yea Wetlands?

The Yea Wetlands are located just north of the Yea Township on the Gouburn-Valley Hwy. It’s still within the 60kmph zone and just after you cross the Yea River bridge, so you really can’t miss it. It’s a terrific spot for a picnic lunch or a stop over, to break your trip if you are heading further north, or returning to Melbourne.

The Yea Wetlands constitutes 32ha of crown land between two branches of the Yea River. The Yea Wetlands is cared for by a committee of management and some very proud and enthusiastic community members who have attracted funding to create beautiful improvements that deliver ecological, social and economic benefits to the environment and community.

You can find in the wetlands of Yea, the fossils of some of the earliest known land plants in the world, dating back 400 million years ago! Also keep an eye out for the sacred Kingfisher as you meander along the beautiful boardwalks.

The Yea Wetlands is a must see for visitors planning a trip to Yea. Here’s some snaps we took whilst taking a break at nearby Wood Duck Cottage.

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TravelTipsPlus Google Map of Yea

One Great Reason to Visit The Yea Wetlands

One great reason to visit this travel destination is for the ease of access to an abundance of bird life and a range of frog species.

For More Information

• Official Yea Wetlands Website
• Yea on Wikipedia