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Odds are you'll be overcharged in Vegas

The odds of being overcharged by a Las Vegas cabbie are about one in four.

That's the finding of a Nevada state audit, which discovered that Vegas cab drivers overcharged 23% of arriving tourists in 2012 by taking the long way from the airport.

Taking the freeway from McCarran International Airport to the Strip actually takes more time than driving on local streets. And it adds about $10 to the fare.

Still, cabs took the longer route about 22.5% of the time in 2012-adding a total of nearly $15 million to their meters.

The state auditors suggested that Las Vegas put signage at the airport warning of the practice, called "long-hauling," and listing the amount a ride to each casino should cost.

A trip to the airport should cost about $25 from downtown, and about $15 from the south end of the Strip.  


TSA notifying airline passengers of 'Pre-Check' status on tickets

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is notifying some airline passengers of their eligibility for its ‘Pre-Check’ known traveler program on their board passes.

The TSA said it has approved icons for its Pre-Check program being placed on boarding passes for passengers on Delta, U.S. Airways and United Airlines.  The agency said the notifications will help streamline the airport security process because previously cleared passengers will go to correct lines.   

 The Pre-Check program allows passengers who to volunteer information about themselves in exchange for the possibility of reduced screening at airports. TSA currently offers the program at 40 U.S. airports.   

The Pre-Check program is part of TSA’s move to a more “risk-based” airport security system. The agency says using available information about specific airline passengers will be more effective in identifying potential threats than a one-size-fits all approach.

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Spotlight on Regional Victoria - Phillip Island

Victoria's Wildlife Island, Phillip Island... An easy 90 minutes drive from Melbourne, is home Australia's most popular natural wildlife experience the Penguin Parade  as well as an abundance of unique nature and fun experiences.

Each night at sunset watch the smallest penguins in the world as they march up the beach to their burrows in this amazing ancient ritual. The nightly Penguin Parade allows visitors the chance to see this spectacular natural phenomenon from a range of exclusive viewing options.

This compact island with a host of accommodation, boasts unique experiences including; nature and wildlife, interactive and fun, wild and adventurous stay a night or two and you will want to stay longer.

Come face to face with koalas from treetop boardwalks, stroll through cottage gardens, experience daily farming activities at Churchill Island and enjoy drifting amongst thousands of playful seals on a Wildlife Coast Cruise to view the world's largest Australian Fur Seal colony.

Phillip Island is home to some of Victoria's most stunning coastal scenery boasting miles of spectacular walks, secluded beaches and bays, internationally-renowned wetlands and wild surf beaches that visitors can discover or take a scenic helicopter flight over it all. You're unlikely to find a more captivating contrast of activities anywhere else in Australia.

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Travel west to the Arataki Centre, doorway to the Waitakere Ranges and from its sweeping decks take in the breathtaking panoramic views extending from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Absorb the area's history and admire the magnificent traditional Maori carvings that stand guard there. Continue further west with our knowledgeable and highly experienced guides to the wild and rugged West Coast where you get to experience the power of nature. Feel the black sand beneath your feet as you stroll along one of the most awe-inspiring beaches the world has to offer. Unwind by a beautiful cascading waterfall. A short journey brings you to the lush rainforest where you walk the easy bush tracks amongst New Zealand's giant tree ferns and hear native birds. Visit a magnificent specimen of New Zealand's famous Kauri trees.

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