09 May 2013

9 tours, 3 days, Action Packed Sydney (Day 3)

Bike View

Let’s recap quickly, so far we have done a surf lesson, been on Harley Davidson, taken a scenic helicopter flight, been jet boating, went sailing on Sydney Harbour and did Bride Climb Sydney. That means our facilitators for fun so far have included a surf board, motorbike, helicopter, jet boat, sail boat and a bridge. Day 3 is going to see us on a mountain bike, kayak and using the most relevant of all of the modes of transport, our legs! We met our Life’s an Adventure guide at a stunning Read full article …

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08 May 2013

9 tours, 3 days, Action Packed Sydney (Day 2)

OzJet Boating Sydney Harbour

Day 2 fit the ‘Action Packed’ name perfectly and really showed me how many tours you can fit into one day if you really want to. It also set the scene to not only tie the whole three days together but to showcase some of the best scenery and adventure tours Sydney has to offer. First stop, Sydney Heli Tours. I’ve done scenic helicopter flights and tours before but never has anyone taken the doors off for me. Think for a moment of being in a helicopter flying down the coastline, over the Read full article …

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07 May 2013

9 tours, 3 days, Action Packed Sydney (Day 1)

Bondi Beach

I just got back from ATE (Australian Tourism Exchange) which is Australia’s biggest tourism industry event attracting thousands of travel related businesses from around the world and this year it was held in the vibrant and ever exciting city of Sydney. Every year the host state offers the delegates the chance to experience the destination and this year was no different with Destination New South Read full article …

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24 Apr 2013

Experience Sydney’s city lights this winter season

See Sydney light up at night

No matter what, Sydney always offers a sensational array of sights, activities and events to delight the senses.

In winter, the city truly lights up with the stunning spectacle of Vivid Sydney.

Throughout the month of June, Sydney becomes even more of a feast for the senses after dark, when the city lights up with colour, buildings such as the Sydney Opera House are illuminated, public talks and debates are held, and great music is performed.

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24 Apr 2013

Complement your winter sports with some of Victoria’s natural wonders

Hit the ski slopes this winter in Victoria

It may be hard to imagine snowy slopes in Australia, but rest assured that in the winter season you can find some great ski fields!

Victoria is home to a number of great ski-runs, all just a day trip from Melbourne, so you won't have to go far to get your alpine fix.

Mt Donna Buang, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Buller and Mt Buffalo are just a few of the brilliant options when it comes to fun in the snow.

The variety of ski-fields encompass every level of ability, so they're Read full article …

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19 Apr 2013

Nothing beats a mid-winter Blue Mountains experience

Experience a mid-winter Christmas in the Blue Mountains

Why wait until December for Christmas when you can experience all of its joys in June, too?

Make use of the winter weather to experience a traditional European-style cool Christmas.

From June to August in the Blue Mountains, the hearths are kept warm with Yulefest celebrations.

Enjoy delicious roasts and Christmas feasts, snuggle down by a roaring fire and sing along to your favourite Christmas carols - if you're lucky you might even see Santa!

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18 Apr 2013

Get back in touch with the great outdoors through Perth’s nature and wildlife

Cruise down the Swan River, Perth

Are you a veritable nature lover looking to get back in touch with Australia's wild side?

Perth might just be the perfect holiday destination for you.

Packed full of natural wonders, you can truly experience all that Mother Nature has to offer in this spectacular region.

If you want to experience a truly unique event, head to Perth for June 15. That night, Sir David Attenborough, famous broadcaster of all of creatures weird and wonderful, will be speaking at the Read full article …

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08 Apr 2013

Ignite your senses in the Hunter Valley with musical, culinary and daring delights

Experience a range of culinary delights with Hunter Valley tours

It's high time to head to the Hunter Valley if you are yet to experience this stunning region. Coming up towards the end of April are some great events if you're a festival lover. If you're a country music fan, you can't look past the Gum Ball country fest. From April 25-28 you can enjoy great live music and art, performers and comedians, local produce, circus acts and even a pirate ship at this fun-for-the-whole-family event. If you're a Read full article …

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04 Apr 2013

Get out back in Alice Springs

Uluru Tours - Ayers Rock

Alice Springs is an Aussie favourite and if you haven't headed out that way before, it's high time for you to take the journey.

Located in the Northern Territory, Alice Springs is known for its vast and spectacular scenery, and its dry red desert landscape.

With a long Arrernte Aboriginal history, Alice Springs is also a great place to visit if you'd like to soak up some culture and tradition, where some of the local population speak the Arrernte Read full article …

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28 Mar 2013

Sydney-side adventures

See a new side of Sydney

The cultural hub of Sydney has some amazing music events coming up this April - no matter what your taste! While you're in town, why not throw in one of the great tours from Sydney to make the most out of your journey? On April 23, American singer-songwriter Josh Groban is set to perform at the uncomparable Sydney Opera House, having just released his latest album 'All That Echoes' this February. Not to mention Read full article …

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