Explore Australia Aboard Indian Pacific Train
July 22, 2011
The Great Southern Rail - What better way to explore the natural beauty of Australia than aboard one of Australia’s great train journeys between Perth - Adelaide - Sydney.
INDIAN PACIFIC TRAIN
The Indian Pacific gives you two oceans on one of the world’s longest and greatest train journeys. Named after the two great oceans it joins and symbolised by the magnificent wedge-tailed eagle that so often soars above it, the mighty Indian Pacific traverses 4,352km (2,698 miles) between Perth and Sydney.
More than three million guests have already enjoyed this epic journey, which spans a continent, travelling the whole distance in three days and three nights. Setting off from Perth, your train climbs through the scenic Avon Valley and into Western Australia’s expansive wheat belt, before arriving late evening at your first stop in the city of Kalgoorlie.
Next day, you’ll discover the landscape takes on a richer hue as the journey moves through the mallee scrub into the ancient Nullarbor Plain, with the landscape unmarked by the passing millennia.
Stepping off during a brief pause at Cook in the middle of the Nullarbor Plain, you will experience Australia’s vast open spaces from a unique perspective.
Arriving in Adelaide the following morning you can choose to break your journey for a few days touring this picturesque city, or continue directly on to Broken Hill, with its countless tales of riches won and lost.
From here you’ll travel through some of Australia’s most productive farming country and into the arid outback as the sun sets. Next morning is the finale of your journey through the spectacular Blue Mountains.
Naturally, you can also do this journey from Sydney to Perth - it’s just as unforgettable.
Whether your final destination on the Indian Pacific is west to Perth or east to Sydney, you’ll have many opportunities to leave the train and take in some of the region’s highlights. With so many wonderful sights to enjoy, this isn’t just one of the longest train journeys in the world, but also one of the most memorable.
Route: Sydney - Adelaide - Perth
Duration: 3 nights in either direction
Distance: 4352 kilometres
Frequency: Twice weekly in both directions
Call us if you are interested in experiencing Australia by train, boat or private tour
800 644-6659 or email Teresa@LuxuryHideaways.net
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Crystal Cruises 16 Night Southern Summer Holiday
July 2, 2011
Depart from Auckland aboard Crystal Symphony December 20, 2012
Crystal Cruises has been awarded the “Best Large-Ship Cruise Line” for 15 years by Conde Nast Traveler. Enjoy an Italian elegance, scrumptious cuisine and an extensive wine list at the Prego restaurant with signature creations by celebrity chef Piero Selvaggio. Past guests rave about the unparalleled service, luxurious comfortable surroundings and sumptuous cuisine and extensive wine cellar.
Cruise Itinerary:
Day Ports of Call Arrival Departure
1 Auckland, New Zealand — —
2 Auckland, New Zealand — 11:59 p.m.
3 Tauranga, New Zealand 9:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m.
4 At Sea
5 Napier, New Zealand 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
6 At Sea
7 Lyttleton (Christchurch) N.Z. 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
8 Port Chalmers (Dunedin) N.Z. 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
8 Cruise Dusky Sound
9 Cruise Milford Sound
10 At Sea
11 At Sea
12 Sydney, Australia 8:00 a.m.
13 Sydney, Australia
14 Sydney, Australia — 6:00 p.m.
15 At Sea
16 Melbourne, Australia 8:00 a.m.
17 Melbourne, Australia depart ship
Your Package Includes:
Your package includes shipboard accommodations, ocean transportation, fabulous entertainment and daily activities, on-board meals and some beverages, port charges and more.
It does not include shore excursions, personal expenses, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages. Government fees and taxes are not included.
Call the Travel Gal for special pricing & details at 800 644-6659 or Teresa@Luxuryhideaways.net - Your Friend in the Islands!
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Kangaroos, Koalas & Kiwis - Cruise Sydney to Auckland
June 13, 2010
Date Port Arrive Depart
Nov 16 Sydney, Australia 6:00 pm
Nov 17 At Sea, International Waters
Nov 18 Melbourne, Australia 8:00 am
Nov 19 Melbourne, Australia 6:00 pm
Nov 20 At Sea, International Waters
Nov 21 Hobart, Australia 8:00 am 6:00 pm
Nov 22 At Sea, International Waters
Nov 23 At Sea, International Waters
Nov 24 Cruising Milford Sound, International Waters
Nov 25 Dunedin, New Zealand 9:00 am 6:00 pm
Nov 26 Christchurch (Lyttleton), New Zealand 8:00 am 6:00 pm
Nov 27 Wellington, New Zealand 8:00 am 4:00 pm
Nov 28 Napier, New Zealand 8:00 am 6:00 pm
Nov 29 At Sea, International Waters
Nov 30 Tauranga, New Zealand 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Dec 01 Auckland, New Zealand 8:00 am
Aboard the Seven Seas Navigator departing 16/November 2010 for 15 nights in the six-star tradition of Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Emerging from a refurbishment in December 2009 and occupying the uppermost niche in cruising, she offers her 490 guests an unusual level of luxury and some of the highest space and service ratios at sea. From her all-suite, all-oceanview accommodations with their luxurious marble baths to her signature cuisine to her superbly attentive staff, she has few equals.
FREE UNLIMITED SHORE EXCURSIONS
Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions on each and every voyage. Receive access to complimentary, award-winning shore excursions during your voyage, in addition to the all-inclusive cruise experience you have come to expect from the World’s Best Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
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Surfs up at a Luxury Resort in Australia
November 1, 2008
Kims Beach Hideaway is a 5 star resort located on Toowoon Bay beach, an appealing seaside hideaway on the Central Coast, located less than 90 minutes north of Sydney.
Take an opportunity to learn one of Australia’s most popular year round water sports, whilst staying in a exquisite Beachfront Bungalow. Coastal forest, golden sand, the ocean at your door….
Start the day waking up in your luxurious king size bed overlooking the ocean, start the day with a full, healthy Australian breakfast and then enjoy a two-hour personal surf lesson with eight-times Australian surfing champion, Sandra English. After a sumptuous buffet lunch, spend the afternoon learning the skills of kite boarding with your professional instructor before returning to the hotel for cocktails and a wonderful dinner.
Kiteboarding is the fastest growing watersport in the world, where you use the power of a kite to ride boards, buggies, and waves. Beginner, intermediate, advanced, whatever your level, your certified instructor will cater your lesson to suit. [Read more]
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Australia was amazing!!!!
November 1, 2008
I cannot say that I enjoyed one part of it more than the other. Heron Island was wonderful, relaxing, and warm. We went on a picnic every day. Swam with Sea Rays and Phil was the adventurous one and swam with a Reef Shark. Lamington’s was just as fabulous. We went on a trek with Mick O’Reilly, he was so full of information everywhere you looked there was something to see.
We had a wonderful time in Sydney as well. The condo was the right choice and it was in a great area, we walked practically everywhere. The bridge climb was so exhilarating; I cannot believe we did it. I was a little nervous at first but then you start up the bridge and are so in awe of the view you completely forget how high up you are. Hope you are doing well and cannot wait for the next adventure!
Kris & Phil
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