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Australia – Mid North Coast

The Mid North Coast of New South Wales offers an array of stunning beaches, pristine rivers, ancient forests and dramatic headlands. From quaint campgrounds to buzzing resorts there are accommodation styles to suit all types of travelers.

This magnificent part of Australia stretches from Port Stephens to Coffs Harbour and inland to the ranges of Taree and the Manning Valley. Home to national parks, state forests, and rare subtropical rainforests the Mid North Coast is a bush-walkers utopia. Ellenborough Falls, reputably one of the largest drop waterfalls in the southern hemisphere, is just an hour drive from Taree.
The Mid North Coast is dotted with wonderful collections of seaside villages overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Particularly popular is Port Stephens which has a mischievous dolphin population and plenty of seaside restaurants & cafes offering an abundance of seafood and fine dining.

Australia – Blue Mountains

The Blue Mountains, just 2hrs from Sydney, is an area of vast wilderness, romantic accommodation, fine dining, indulgent shopping, awe-inspiring caves and magnificent national parks. With numerous lookouts, you can enjoy scenic views of towering escarpments and plummeting waterfalls.

Located at the bottom of the Blue Mountains are the picturesque villages Lapstone, Glenbrook, Blaxland, Springwood and Lawson where you can discover more impressive waterfalls, swimming holes, national park walks and art & craft galleries.
The Blue Mountains National Park is part of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage area which protects a diverse range of vegetation communities. There are rare and ancient plants and isolated animal populations tucked away in its deep gorges. This is a vast and special place.

Australia – New South Wales – Lord Howe & Norfolk Islands

Only a short flight from Sydney, both these islands offer unspoilt and pristine natural beauty.

Both offer different experiences with Lord Howe being world heritage listed and guests to the Island limited to 400 at any one time. The emphasis on your visit is the discovery of nature and outdoor activities.

Norfolk Island has Polynesian heritage, a rich convict history and its main language is a combination of Tahitian and English.

Unless you have your own Yacht, Lord Howe Island is only accessible by plain, where as you can reach Norfolk Island by cruise ship and plane.

Australia -New South Wales – Riverina

Watered by the great Murrumbidgee River, this vast irrigation area is famous for its citrus, stone fruit, vegetables, wine, rice and a myriad of gourmet foods. The region is bound together by a network of proud country towns with wide streets and grand old pubs.

Wollongong

One of New South Wales' biggest cities, Wollongong has prospered in its time, but managed to keep its mellow sensibility. Wollongong is located just 1.5 hours south of Sydney. The entrance to City of Wollongong will be an experience you won’t forget, whether by car, bus or train the descent from the top of the escarpment to the sparkling coastline is an inviting welcome.

The city lifestyle and recreational activities are enhanced by the unique combination of the mountains and sea, creating the city’s beautiful natural environment.

Wollongong Harbour can make for either an intimate afternoon or a family-oriented day and a stroll through the Botanic gardens is hugely enjoyable. It’s a short distance to beaches at neighbouring suburbs, including Stanwell Park, Coledale, and Sandon Point at Thirroul.

It stands by example as a fine place to springboard into the rest of the New South Wales' South Coast pleasures. Australian history buffs will definitely want to discover facts about Wollongong's major foundation in coalmining.

New England North West

Sloping westward from the Great Dividing Range are the sweeping plains of New England’s North West. This area of NSW is alive with natural wonders & a fascinating history.

Narrabri and Moree welcome visitors in warm country style. Narrabri basks in cotton, sunflowers and the spectacular Kaputar National Park renowned for its ancient rock formations of Mount Kaputar (1200m). Moree's hot artesian pools infamous for their healing properties.
Tamworth, being the Country Music Festival capital of Australia has over 50 motels, hotels, B&B’s, farmstays and caravan parks. The festival has many times been counted among the world's top 10 music festivals and the latest visitor numbers were estimated at an incredible 50,000.

Central Coast

Central Coast is just an hour drive from Sydney & is famous for its rainforests, lush valleys, pristine surf beaches, it’s tranquil lakes & is home to a myriad of wildlife.

Accommodation venues on the Central Coast area are plentiful and varied and include some luxury style hotels such as the Mantra Ettalong Beach, Oaks Waterfront Resort situated at The Entrance and Crowne Plaza at Terrigal. There are many surrounding cosmopolitan restaurants and boutiques to be discovered.
For the quieter holiday makers, there are plenty of opportunities to be fishing off wooden jetties, browsing village markets or simply experiencing the wonder of the hinterland’s scenic splendour.

New South Wales Hunter

Catering for every taste! The Hunter is not only one of Australia's finest food and wine mecca's it also boasts recreational and leisure options such as boating on Lake Macquarie, nightlife and culture in the heart of Newcastle, rugged beauty of Barrington Tops, elegant heritage towns, ocean beaches, extensive forests and a wealth of outdoor activities.

Places not to be missed when holidaying in this area include Australia’s Hunter Valley wine region which is renowned across the globe for its award winning wines, range of accommodation, fabulous gardens and stunning gardens. Built around a large working harbour, Newcastle boasts a famous university, ten magnificent beaches and picturesque parks offering ample recreational opportunities including surfing, beach fishing and swimming in the fabled Ocean Baths.

World Heritage Barrington Tops National Parks area is the perfect place to relax, unwind or go for a drive only 2 hours drive from Sydney. Lake Macquarie is one of the largest lakes in the Southern Hemisphere boasts sandy inlets, secluded bays, protected foreshores and nearby beaches perfect for sailing, fishing, swimming, cruising and scuba diving.

Snowy Mountains

The Snowy Mountains otherwise known as the high country has 2 distinct seasons, the summer season and the ski season. Both offering spectacular scenery and outdoor experiences.

During summer enjoy horse riding, bike riding, trout fishing or hiking through the plains of Australia’s highest National Park, Kosciuszko – the wildflower displays are beautiful! Temperatures in Summer can vary and it has even snowed in December and January, so ensure you are prepared for any weather.

During the ski season which officially starts on the long weekend in June and ends on the long weekend in October, discover the beautiful ski areas of Perisher, Thredbo and Charlotte Pass. If you are a well experienced skier a must is heading up the Crackenback chairlift in Thredbo for a terrific downhill run.

The area has a history dating back to the gold rush era and is renowned for the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electricity Scheme, which was launched in 1949, and today provides power to 3 states.

There are many towns to explore throughout the region, all offering different history, galleries and community spirit.