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WEEKEND GETAWAYS - Friday, February 29, 2008
Make The Most Of Your Vacation - From Coast to Coast!
Greetings Getaway Lover,
This trip will have to be a little longer than just a
weekend. It will be a dream vacation.....A vacation of
a lifetime.
Happy Trails,
Jan
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--DESTINATION: Australia
Australia produces 95 per cent of the world's precious
opals and 99 per cent of black opals.
Wide open spaces...
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world. It's
about the same size as the 48 mainland states of the USA
and 50 per cent larger than Europe, but has the lowest
population density in the world - only two people per
square kilometre.
Beaches galore
Australia boasts over 10,000 beaches - more than any
other nation.
Opal capital
Coober Pedy in South Australia is known as the opal
capital of the world. Its population is made up of
more than 40 nationalities and, with year-round
extremes in temperature, more than 50 per cent of
the population live in below-ground 'dugouts'.
Golden city
Kalgoorlie in Western Australia is not only Australia's
largest producer of gold, but has the world's largest
political electorate - covering a mammoth 2.2 million
square kilometres.
Aussie icon
The kangaroo is unique to Australia and one of our most
easily recognised mammals. There are more kangaroos in
Australia now than when Australia was first settled.
Estimates suggest around 40 million.
Merinos en masse
Australia's 101 million sheep (mostly merinos), found
on around 53,000 properties, produce more than 70 per
cent of the world's wool.
Beef exports
With 27 million head of cattle, Australia is the world's
largest exporter of beef.
Flourishing flora
Australia supports at least 25,000 species of plants,
while Europe only supports 17,500.
Long haul
The longest stretch of straight railway track in the
world crosses the Nullarbor Plain. From Nurina in
Western Australia to near Watson in South Australia,
the track is dead straight for 478 kilometres.
Long drive
The Eyre Highway at Caiguna in Western Australia has
the longest stretch of straight road in Australia -
148 kilometres. Crossing the southern edge of the
Nullarbor Plain, it is the only sealed road from Perth
to Adelaide, a 2700 kilometre drive.
Long fence
The world's longest continuous fence known as the
'dingo fence', runs through central Queensland for
5,531 kilometres. It is 1.8 metres high and is
designed to keep sheep safe from Australia's native
dog.
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--WHAT TO DO AND SEE:
Backpacking in Australia
If the universe ever needs a backpackers’ heaven,
Australia is well qualified for the title. In the eyes
of young independent travellers (and a lot of other
people as well), the country has a lot in its favour.
Australia on a budget
A visit to Australia need not break the bank. In addition
to bargain accommodation options, a favourable exchange
rate and good value package tours, many of the country’s
attractions are free or can be enjoyed at minimal cost.
adventure
Swim among the largest sharks in existence. Sail the
challenging seas off Tasmania’s rugged coast. Abseil
down a cliff and descend into awesome rainforest.
If you are after adventure, your choices are limitless.
Authentic Australia
Away from Australia’s eastern seaboard lies a treasure-
trove of superb beaches, natural features, authentic
outback experiences, ancient Aboriginal cultures, rare
fauna, and, of course, the welcoming people who have
made this part of Australia the unforgettable place it
is.
off the beaten track
If you want to get away from it all – really get away –
Australia is your sort of place. Many of the country’s
lesser-known natural wonders are well off the beaten
track, yet just as amazing as the better-known ones.
working around Australia
Working means you’ll meet more of the locals, have fun
with fellow travellers, and get to see parts of Australia
that you might not normally visit. From mustering on an
Outback cattle station to crewing a yacht down the
Queensland coast, the possibilities are endless.
after dark
Clubs, pubs, music and dancing – or just sharing a bottle
of wine or two with some mates on the beach. When it
comes to Aussie nightlife, the variety is impressive.
study & explore
Australia provides an opportunity to combine studies with
travel, enabling students to benefit from the culture of
contemporary Australia as well as from its acclaimed
education system.
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Other Places of Interest: Rainforest & Mountains
Stand in Australia’s rainforests and feel the antiquity
of almost 60 million years. Click on the map and explore
wonders of the natural world preserved in many national
parks and World Heritage areas.
Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains – so called because of the blue haze
created by the eucalyptus oil in the air above the gum
forests – are only 104 kilometres west of Sydney,
capital of New South Wales, and remain largely untamed.
Tropical North Queensland
Tropical North Queensland – with the city of Cairns as
its major gateway – is a vast region encompassing beach
and coastal wetlands, mountains, tablelands, forests
and Gulf savanna grassland, plus a tremendous amount of
things to do and see.
Lord Howe Island
Lord Howe Island – the lone survivor of an extinct
volcano chain and the world's southernmost coral reef –
is part of New South Wales and at the same time a
biological ark some 450 kilometres off mainland Australia.
Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair
Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, a World
Heritage area, is a vast alpine region of wild and
stunning beauty, with ancient forests and heaths, about
155 kilometres west of Tasmania’s northern city of
Launceston.
Central Eastern Rainforest Reserves
The World Heritage-listed Central Eastern Rainforest
Reserves of Australia contain approximately 50 separate
reserves stretching for more than 500 kilometres from
New South Wales into Queensland.
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--WHERE TO SLEEP:
Accommodation in Australia is divided into categories
based on facilities and location. The following star
ratings are a guide to prices only and are subject to
change.To search for accommodation click here.
5 stars
International-style establishments of superior standard
with an extensive range of first-class guest services
(one to two persons $A350-$A450, suites $A600-$A3500).
Establishments offer a choice of dining facilities, 24
hour room service, housekeeping and valet parking.
Porterage and concierge services are available as well
as a dedicated business centre and conference facilities
4 - 4½ stars
Exceptionally well-appointed establishments with high-
quality furnishings and a high degree of comfort (one
to two persons $A190-$A300).
3 - 3½ stars
Well-appointed establishments with comfortable, clean
rooms and quality furnishings (one to two persons $A135-
$A195).
Less than 3 stars
A range of establishments offering a basic, well-
maintained standard (one to two persons $A70-$A95;
hostel accommodation $A17-$A25 per person).
Serviced apartments
Fully equipped apartments, 1-3 bedrooms with living area,
complete with kitchen, laundry and separate bathroom.
($A160-$A250).
bed & breakfast:
For the feel of a family home and a warm and friendly
place for the night, bed-and-breakfast accommodation is
the answer. It's a great way to experience the local way
of life, and a substantial home-cooked meal will get you
on your way in the morning.
Bed-and-breakfast accommodation can be found almost every-
where, from historic houses to miners' cottages, country
homesteads and inner-city townhouses. Comfortable rooms
are available at reasonable prices. Owners are a good
source of information on their areas, so don't be afraid
to ask. Bed-and-breakfast establishments are usually
small family affairs, and it pays to book in advance. A
one-night stay (including breakfast) costs about $A130 to
$A200 for a couple. Many places don't have credit-card
facilities.
--WHERE TO DINE:
food & wine
Fine wines and dining are now as characteristically
Australian as warm sun and booming surf. Australian
sights and sounds of marvellous landscapes will live
on in your senses, just as its food and wine will
resonate through your taste buds. The rich diversity
of produce, restaurants, cafes, vineyards and markets
are a feast for the senses.
wonderful wine
Australia is ranked as the world’s seventh-largest wine
producer, and the finest Australian wines are among the
best in the world - a judgment that is consistently
reinforced at international wine shows.
local flavours
Visitors to Australia are often dazzled by the sheer
quality and variety of Australia's food. "Australians
have one of the most extraordinary assortments of basic
ingredients of high quality anywhere in the world",
according to leading US food writer Barbara Kafka. The
local food markets in every major city are a great
place to sample the harvest.
Australian cuisine
Australia's growing reputation as a haven for foodies
is due to a mix of Indigenous and multicultural
influences. In any restaurant, the label 'Modern
Australian Cuisine' is a promise that you'll be tan-
talised, delighted and surprised.
Aboriginal plant lore
Native plants were the staple diet of Australia's
Aboriginal people, and over the years they developed
an enormous reservoir of botanical knowledge, which
visitors can share on various bush tucker tours.
fresh food markets
The fresh-food markets that are found in every capital
city are great places to sample the rich diversity of
Australian produce – in a convivial atmosphere. Along
with local produce there is an array of local art and
culture to experience whilst tasting and experiencing
the markets.
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