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Does your Dad think he’s a bit of a tough guy? Well then why don’t you test his endurance against our top 10 Father’s Day adrenalin activities around Australia?

Credit Card Change: From August 1st 2014, the major financial institutions and credit card schemes including MasterCard and Visa will be replacing signature to authenticate purchases to the more secure PIN method which utilises the built in security chip.

Looking for a weekend getaway from Perth without driving too far? Walyunga National Park is the perfect destination. It’s just 35km northeast of Perth city along the Great Northern Highway and is an excellent place for a picnic, hiking or simply to reconnect with nature for a night or two.

Today’s holidaymakers tend to rely on portable technology for travel and tourism reviews and directions. Given that apps are inexpensive, easy to access and automatically updated, it’s no wonder a smart phone or tablet is considered a vital part of the traveler’s kit. Here are six apps worth downloading before you take off:

We’ve all experienced it when getting ready for a trip: when you’re approaching the airport, or just as your plan is preparing for take-off, you remember those small but vital, forgotten items. Here’s a handy list of last-minute travellers’ essentials that can be all too easy to forget in the dash to get away on time.

Sunshine Coast Airport welcomes its newest kid on the block – Car Rental company Redspot. Airport General Manager Peter Pallot said, “Choice and competition is an important part of the airport’s commitment to continually improving our range of services and facilities. For us, it’s all about the customer and ensuring they have a great Sunshine Coast experience from the moment they land.

The secret’s out: South Australia’s capital city, Adelaide, has received Lonely Planet’s accolade as one of 2014’s Top 10 global destinations. Even Australia’s most-visited cities can’t beat Adelaide for its slick festivals, fine weather and friendly locals. The nation’s fifth-largest city is ideal to explore by hire car, thanks to its many accessible and welcoming tourist regions offering plenty to see and do in the city centre and within easy reach of the CBD.

If you’re looking for an inspiring hiking destination not too far from our car hire pick-up locations at Brisbane or the Gold Coast, the Green Mountains at Lamington National Park provide a great weekend getaway or day-trip.

To make the most of your time spent in Australia’s second-largest city before catching your flight, there are some great places within easy distance of Tullamarine Airport that will help you understand why so many people love Melbourne.

What are the vehicle options for a great Summer road trip today? Here’s an overview of a few vehicles from Redspot fleet that are ready and waiting for you at every major airport in Australia. There’s a car for every driving experience.