August’s picks are good for the spirit, the heart and the wallet

THE DANGEROUS BOOK FOR BOYS – AUSTRALIAN EDITION

Girls will be a little miffed that such a groovy book is “just for the boys”. Filled with useful information on code breaking, folding the perfect paper plane, and what every young Aussie male should know by heart – the Laws of Australian Football – this international title now includes Australian references. Published by HarperCollins. RRP AU$45, ISBN 978073228635

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MOBILE SAVVY

Mobile phones are such a necessity these days, and we’re always on the lookout for the best deal. Prepaid? Check. Low call costs? Double check. Non-expiry of paid credit? Just show us the way! SavvyTel ticks all the boxes – not only are their low call costs as little as half those of the major telco companies, but your credit stays on your phone until you get around to using it. That’s what we call flexibility. Tel: 1300 885 446 within Australia.

THE YEAR WE SEIZED THE DAY

Australian writers Colin Bowles and Elizabeth Best tackle the Way – daring to travel the 1,000km of the Camino de Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage to sort out their own demons. You’ll cheer for them every step of the way, counting every blister and infection as they come to terms with themselves and their pasts. Perhaps we all need a pilgrimage of our own – being on this one, even from our armchair, sure did us a world of good. Published by Allen & Unwin. RRP AU$29.95, ISBN 9781741750683

IN LOVING HANDS

The Air Travel Companion is a boon for time-starved urbanites. For absolute peace of mind, you can now hire registered nurses to accompany elderly and young family members from departure to arrival. Founder Rosaleen Gilovitz, who has more than 15 years’ training experience in aviation health, says, “We help reunite long distance loved ones who can’t or won’t travel alone. Many find this service a huge comfort.” For more info, tel: +61 (2) 8281 8222.

ESPECIALLY FOR YOU

Five Outrigger properties, six Ohana hotels and the Embassy Suites – Waikiki Beach Walk in Hawaii are giving guests “Exclusively for You” booklets upon check-in, one to every room. Get special discounts at many of the boutiques and services, such as US$5 (AU$5.80) off facials at Serenity Spa or 10 percent off UPS shipping at Outrigger Reef on the Beach. How’s that for value-adding? For all your travel choices, go to www.jetstar.com