Cruise aboard Seabourn 18-Day Australia & New Zealand
March 21, 2013
Spend the Christmas holidays this year aboard one of the luxury yachts of Seabourn sailing between Austalia and New Zealand. Experience life on the award winning ship Seabourn Odyssey complete with stellar service, amenities and the finest shore excursions.
Be sure to arrive in Sydney at least 4 nights prior to your cruise so you have time to explore the Sydney Opera House (perhaps take in a play or symphony), dare to climb the Sydney Bridge & explore one of the 30 bays surrounding Sydney. Board your yacht on Dec. 23rd and cruise under the Sydney Harbor Bridge while indulging in French chamapgne - Bon Voyage!
If you too would would like to get on onboard - Call the Travel Gal today for fabulous
Virtuoso pricing as well as added amenities at 800-644-6659 or email Teresa@Luxuryhideaways.net
| Day | Date | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 23 Dec 2013 | Sydney, Australia | ||
| 1 | 24 Dec 2013 | Sydney, Australia | 02:00 PM | |
| 2 | 25 Dec 2013 | At Sea | ||
| 3 | 26 Dec 2013 | Melbourne, Australia | 08:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
| 4 | 27 Dec 2013 | At Sea | ||
| 5 | 28 Dec 2013 | Hobart, Australia | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 6 | 29 Dec 2013 | At Sea | ||
| 7 | 30 Dec 2013 | At Sea | ||
| 8 | 31 Dec 2013 | Milford Sound, New Zealand | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM |
| 8 | 31 Dec 2013 | Cruising Fiordland Natl Park | ||
| 9 | 01 Jan 2014 | Oban (Halfmoon Bay), New Zealand | 08:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| 10 | 02 Jan 2014 | Port Chalmers (Dunedin), NZ | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 11 | 03 Jan 2014 | Timaru, New Zealand | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 12 | 04 Jan 2014 | Akaroa (Christchurch, NZ) | 07:00 AM | 07:00 PM |
| 13 | 05 Jan 2014 | Wellington, New Zealand | 10:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 14 | 06 Jan 2014 | Picton, New Zealand | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 14 | 06 Jan 2014 | Cruising Queen Charlotte Sound | ||
| 15 | 07 Jan 2014 | Kaikoura, New Zealand | 08:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| 16 | 08 Jan 2014 | At Sea | ||
| 17 | 09 Jan 2014 | Tauranga (Rotorua) New Zealand | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 18 | 10 Jan 2014 | Auckland, New Zealand | 07:00 AM |
If you enjoyed this post, make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed!
Escape to Romantic Thorngrove Manor Hotel
July 20, 2012
Sleeping Beauties Castle here we come - and its not at Disneyworld! Thorngrove Manor Hotel is a picturesque castle (truly a luxury hideaway) located in the southern part of Australia, in the outskirts of Adelaide city.
Upon arrival at Thorngrove Manor Hotel, you will be transported back in time due to the iconic baroque towers, flamboyant interiors and fantasy turrets. You will also discover antiques, exquisitely crafted rooms and furniture, winding staircases, friezes, stencilled designs at every turn. You will also experience the utmost in privacy and service while staying here.
Thorngrove manor is 20 minutes from the Adelaide city centre, in South Australia’s oldest wine region. It is a romantic retreat perfect for fabulous day trips to Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Barossa Valley and the Clare Valley. A scenic marked walking trail winds its way to the nearby village of Stirling.
Thorngrove is part of the unique Small Luxury Hotels of the World, and has been considered as one of the world’s most outstanding, romantic and artistic lodges in the planet.
Lets organize your Australia cruise to include a few nights at this romantic retreat either before or after your cruise! Contact me, the Travel Gal at 800 644-6659 or email Teresa@Luxuryhideaways.net
If you enjoyed this post, make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed!
An Australian Holiday - City and Island Adventure
May 30, 2012
Do you want to organize an Australia vacation or honeymoon but not quite sure where to begin? Do you have 2 weeks to spare and want to relax on the beach as well as enjoy the city? I suggest a bit of Melbourne, the Whitsunday Islands and finish up in Sydney! Here is a great sample itinerary - this is a great one for a family holiday as well as honeymoon - of course we will be able to customize it for you:
Day 1 Fly USA to Melbourne
Please note international air from the USA has not been included in the package price.
Day 2 You cross the International Dateline
The International Date Line is an imaginary line on the earth’s surface that approximately coincides with the 180th meridian (LONGITUDE), and separates the calendar date. Traveling east across the line takes the traveler back one day; traveling west, takes the traveler forward one day.
Day 3 Welcome to Melbourne, Australia
On arrival into Melbourne, you will need to clear customs and make your way through the main arrivals hall where you will be transferred to your accommodation.
At first glance, Melbourne may resemble any other modern city with its skyline full of concrete & glass. However, if you look a little closer, you’ll find the real Melbourne, a city of unique charm. There are the clanging trams (street cars), swanky boutiques, friendly taxi drivers, Australian Rules Football, fickle weather and ‘BYO’s’, by the hundred (restaurants to which you bring your own liquor or wine). Add to this, Melbourne’s traditional virtues of tree lined boulevards, glorious parks, elegant buildings & imposing Victorian Banks & Churches, and of course the giant Melbourne Cricket Ground and you’ll have some idea of the city.
Day 4 Melbourne tour
Melbourne is famous for its magnificent parks and gardens which surround the city. See the famous Floral Clock, Botanic Gardens, Flagstaff Gardens and inspect Captain Cook’s Cottage in the beautiful Fitzroy Gardens. See the colorful Victoria Market, Old Melbourne Gaol, Shrine of Remembrance and travel over the Westgate Bridge for panoramic views over Port Phillip Bay.
Day 5 At leisure, Melbourne
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria and a cultural hub, is known for the good things in life - fashion, food, entertainment and sport. This is a city of style, architecture, trams, theatres and art.
Day 6 Fly Melbourne to Whitsunday Islands
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the Whitsundays. Upon arrival you will board a luxury cruiser for your launch service to Hayman. (Deluxe option only.)
Bordered by the Great Barrier Reef and 74 tropical islands in the calm waters of the Coral Sea, the Whitsundays lie midway along Australia’s Queensland coast.
Days 7-9 At leisure, Whitsunday Islands
Discover the wonder that is Heart Reef. Sink your feet into the white, silica sands of world-famous Whitehaven Beach. Or simply sail at sunset across our crystal-clear waters and take in the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef.
Day 10 Fly Whitsunday Islands to Sydney
Launch from Hayman to Hamilton Island. (Deluxe option only.)
Sunny, sexy, sophisticated - Sydney basks as the shining star of the southern hemisphere. The stunning Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are the pride and joy, but there’s much more to offer.
Sydney’s sparkling harbor is the jewel in the city’s crown. It’s flanked by golden beaches and bush land, and is bisected by one of the most famous bridges in the world. Islands sprinkle its waters, and it’s crisscrossed by all manner of craft, from water taxis and yachts to tour boats and ferries.
Day 11 Sydney city tour
Enjoy a morning touring Sydney’s glorious city, harbor and famous beaches. Pass through the historic Rocks area and circular en route to Bondi Beach where we stop for morning tea (own expense). The tour will travel through Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Kings Cross and Double Bay, and you will view the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair.
Days 12-13 At leisure, Sydney
At your leisure to explore Sydney. Most of the major attractions of the city are within easy walking distance from your accommodation - Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Centrepoint Tower, Circular Quay, The Rocks, etc.
Day 14 Fly Sydney to USA
You will be met and transferred by private vehicle to the airport for your departure flight.
11 nights From $2,275.00 per person based on double occupancy - land and internal air; prices subject to change; black outs apply; ask for sw-city/island trip.
* Please note international air from the USA has not been included in the package price.
For more information on travel to Australia - contact the Travel Gal at 800 644-6659 or email Teresa@LuxuryHideaways.net
If you enjoyed this post, make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed!
Where is the Luxury Expedition Ship - the Clipper Odyssey?
April 27, 2012
Over the years I have received many calls looking for the 110 passenger luxury small ship Clipper Odyssey i.e. where is it sailing, what is it doing and which company is it attached to these days. Great news - the Clipper Odyssey is with Zeagrahm Expeditions sailing amazing itineraries to remote islands around the world.
Zeagrahm Expedition trips are both educational and environmentally-focused, and are led by top experts in their respective fields. Zeagrahm strives assemble the “ultimate dream team” for the destination: marine biologists, ornithologists, geologists, botanists, historians, anthropologists, archaeologists, and dive masters. Zegrahm field leaders are well-known throughout the world; many of them are published writers, authors, and photographers.
Clipper Odyssey is one of the finest adventure ships afloat, carrying a maximum of 110-passengers, this luxury expedition vessel is ideally suited for cruising in off-the-beaten-path locales.
Clipper Odyssey Upcoming Expeditions:
- May 4, 2012:Azores with Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco, Canary Islands, and Madeira
- May 22, 2012:Ireland & the British Isles
- June 23, 2012:Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles
- July 4, 2012:Baltic Odyssey: Scotland, Germany, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Latvia, Estonia & Russia
- August 29, 2012:Sicily with Montenegro, Croatia, Albania & Greece
- September 10, 2012:Circumnavigation of the Black Sea
- September 22, 2012:Circumnavigation of the Black Sea
- October 15, 2012:Legendary Empires: Giza, Baalbek, Byblos, Petra, Luxor
- November 6, 2012:Sands of Time: Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar & Oman
- November 18, 2012:Splendors of India with Sri Lanka and the Maldives
- December 1, 2012:India & the Maldives with Sri Lanka & Lakshadweeps
- December 14, 2012:Bay of Bengal & the Andaman Sea: India, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore
- January 2, 2013:Circumnavigation of Sumatra
- January 27, 2013:Vietnam & Cambodia by Sea with Angkor Wat
- February 11, 2013:Brunei to Bali
- February 23, 2013:Best of Indonesia
- March 8, 2013:Best of Indonesia
- March 23, 2013:Faces of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu
- April 16, 2013:Papua New Guinea, Yap & Palau
- May 5, 2013:Treasures of Japan with South Korea
If you enjoyed this post, make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed!
Sea the Great Barrier Reef Australia Cruise Adventure - Coral Princess Cruises
June 20, 2011
Australia Cruise Experience Up Close & Personal
|
 |
Coral Princess Cruises In Australia
Discover a paradise of remote and uninhabited islands on your Australia Small Ship Cruise - become a lazy beachcomber or an inquisitive adventurer on one of our 3, 4 or 7 night cruises between Cairns and Townsville. [Read more]
If you enjoyed this post, make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed!
Have You Ever Wanted to be Married in a Rainforest?
December 30, 2008
Imagine you and your invited guests, in an intimate celebration with nature as your backdrop for as far as you can see… Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa located just outside of Cairns, Australia offers an exclusive waterfall platform situated at the base of the pristine waterfall, this is the ultimate in uniqueness!
For a different experience, rainforest weddings can include Aboriginal culture (i.e. Aboriginal pastor, corroboree, or a special smoking ceremony), a tropical twist or dinning on the Daintree River… just to get you started!
Rainforest Weddings at Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa ensure your special day is tailored to suit your individual needs and budget. Beginning your new life together in a celebration at an exclusive rainforest retreat offers you the ultimate in tranquility, privacy and seclusion.
Design your rainforest wedding experience to be as formal or informal as you like. Whether you are attracted to the privacy, the rainforest setting or the uniqueness of the property, this is your day.
After your wedding - finish off your Australian holiday with a small ship cruise along the Great Barrier Reef.
If you enjoyed this post, make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed!
