Coastal holidays in Phillip Island and Bass Coast

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The
Bass Coast region and Phillip Island offer relaxing holidays with the
opportunity of enjoying spectacular nature. The townships such as
Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Wonthaggi, Bass, Grantville, San Remo and
Cowes offer foreshore parks, picnic areas, boutique shopping, water
activities and plenty of superb dining options. You can find suitable
holiday accommodation in Phillip Island or in Bass Coast such as one of
the Inverloch accommodation or a caravan park in Phillip Island when planning to visit here.




For ease of reference we will offer you some of the activities and attractions when holidaying in this area.

• Inverloch – Check out Bunurong National Park
  located between Cape Paterson and Inverloch. The area is superb for
  snorkeling, diving and exploring the rock pool formations. If you are a
   lover of nature then, the rock formations, the coves , sandstone
  formations and the marine life will fascinate you.
• Cape Paterson – Take the journey south of Inverloch
  along the Bunurong Coastal Drive which offer you beautiful scenery
  right up to Cape Paterson.  You should stop by on the way and take a
  walk to explore the secluded bays.
• Wonthaggi – Short distance from Cape Paterson will
  bring you to Wonthaggi. While you are here take trip to the state coal
  mine and trek the Bass Coast Rail Trail a recreational trek running from
  Kilcunda to Wonthaggi along an old railway corridor.
• San Remo – This fishing port is the gateway to
  Phillip Island. If you visit during mid day, you will be able to watch
  the pelican feeding, a thrilling experience for the young ones.
• Newhaven – Visit The National Vietnam Museum to see
  the exhibits such as the uniforms, equipment, vehicles, aircrafts,
  artillery etc used between 1962 and 1972 during the Vietnam War.
• Cowes – Take a
  scenic cruise from this main township of Phillip Island. You can engage
  in fishing, kayaking, playing a round of golf and enjoy mouth watering
  seafood while you are here. When night falls take a guided tour to see
  the “Fairy Penguins” parade and observe their nesting colonies.
• Seal Rocks – Take an eco cruise to see the amazing Fur Seals. Seal Rocks is known to be world’s largest Australian Fur Seal colony.
• Koala Conservation Centre – Take the journey on one of the treetop walkways to observe the koalas in their natural habitat.
• Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit – When you need
  some deviation from beautiful nature, the Grand Prix Circuit will offer
  you plenty of excitement. Go-karts for big kids and a playground for
  little ones are there for a fun family day out.
• Cape Woolamai – This being the highest point in
  Phillip Island offer you scenic views of pink granite cliffs, pretty
  beaches and the surf. The area is popular among surfing enthusiasts. 
  Take the walking tracks which leads to the end of the cape offering
  stunning views of the Bass Strait.
• Rhyll Inlet – You may be able to see the wading
  birds known to use the reserve area as a breeding ground after
  travelling thousands of kilometers during their annual migration. There
  are walking tracks and cycling tracks in Rhyll for you to leisurely
  enjoy the scenic surroundings. There are many picnic areas and barbeque
  facilities to enjoy a relaxing day out with the family.

When looking for a place to stay, check out holiday accommodation in Inverloch or one of the caravan parks in Phillip Island or Cowes to suit your needs.




Online reservations of holiday rentals in Phillip Island are also possible via this link (select Victoria as the state and Phillip Island as the region when searching for accommodation).

Family holidays in east Gippsland in Mallacoota or in Gipsy Point

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For
those who love nature the East Gippsland terrain of Victoria is a
wonderful place to explore.  While the area boasts the largest remaining
temperate rainforests in Victoria, it is also home to national parks
and coastal parks which sums up to ten in total. These parks are home to
various marine and wild life as well as rare birds. The waters are a
playground for dolphins, seals and the majestic whales during late
autumn. In this article we will look at Gipsy Point and Mallacoota and
attractions during your holidays in these two quaint villages. Book East
Gippsland holiday accommodation such as one of the Mallacoota holiday rentals, one of the motels or hotels in Mallacoota or in Gipsy Point when it is time to travel.




Gipsy Point is a village situated at the fringe of
Croajingolong National Park. This place is ideal for boating, fishing,
bird watching and bushwalking in such peaceful and tranquil settings.
This is a wonderful place to enjoy a picnic along the watchers edge. You
will notice the White Bellied Sea Eagles circling the skies in the area
ever so often and watch out for the pretty Azure Kingfisher spotted
often in this area.




Scenic village known as Mallacoota at the eastern
edge of Victoria is yet another coastal paradise which needs to be
explored. The quaint village is surrounded with bushland, pretty
secluded beaches and many waterways ideal for sailing, boating and
fishing. Come over here and your family holidays could include
waterskiing, snorkeling and relaxed walks soaking the beauty of natural
surroundings.


Let us see what you can do while holidaying in Gipsy Point or Mallacoota.

• For those who are active should climb the Genoa Peak
  for stunning views of Mallacoota Inlet and the surrounding national
  parks. There are several not so hectic family walks which you can try
  during your holidays. During your walks keep an eye for the cute Koalas
  who may be resting on top of the eucalypt trees.
• Take a walk around Shipwreck Creek. Enjoy the display of wild flowers in spring and the stunning views up to Gabo Island and Howe Range.
• Try the walking tracks near the Wingan Inlet which takes you past rock pools, fern gullies and Wingan River rapids.
• Take the scenic Fly Cove Walking Track which offer pretty views of Fly Cove and skerries which are rock islands inhabited by Australian and New Zealand Fur Seals.
• If you are an experienced hiker the one hundred kilometer Wilderness Coastal Walk
  from Wonboyn in NSW to Sydenham Inlet in Croajingolong National Park
  which takes you through beaches, coastal estuaries, heathlands and rocky
  terrain is just ideal for you. This scenic hike should be tried only by
  experienced and well equipped hikers due to its remoteness and the
  rugged terrain.

Book one of the Mallacoota holiday accommodation,  motels or hotels in Mallacoota or in Gipsy Point for your vacation. Online bookings are also possible here (Select Victoria as the state and Gippsland as the region when searching).

Shellharbour for great beaches, fishing, walking, cycling, sky diving, scuba diving and more

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Continue
on Grand Pacific Drive along the eastern fringe of Lake Illawarra and
it will take you to Shellharbour. The name derived from the huge
quantities of shells deposited in Aboriginal middens in the coastline of
this township. Shellharbour is known to be one of the oldest
settlements in the south coast of NSW.  You can secure a Shellharbour resort, bed and breakfast or a caravan park in Shellharbour when planning a vacation in this beautiful holiday resort area.




Whether you plan to relax or seeking adventure during your beach
holidays, the south coast holiday resort has it all.  Stunning beaches,
excellent fishing, scuba diving, cycle tracks, walkways, picnic spots
and those who love extreme sports can try skydiving too.




A holiday in Shellharbour is not complete without trying out the
“yummy” fresh seafood at one of the classy eateries. There are up market
restaurants as well as many take away outlets and cafes if you wish to
pick some food and relax by the waterfront.  While on holiday look at
the exhibits at the Illawarra Light Rail Museum at Albion Park (taking a
ride on diesel and steam trains will be such family fun) and enjoy the
historic aircrafts at the Aviation Museum. For those who like art,
craft, jewellery and clothing must visit the markets on the 4^th
Sunday of each month. Even if there is nothing which you fancy at the
Sunday markets, it will be a relaxing day listening to the musicians and
entertained by the performers during the market day.




This is what makes your Shellharbour holiday a memorable one.

• Spectacular beaches.
• Great fishing opportunities.
• Cycle tracks and walking tracks for those who love to keep fit during holidays.
• Take a scenic flight from Albion Park.
• Those who love extreme sports can experience sky diving.
• Great restaurants, cafes, takeaway food outlets for you to experience mouth watering delights.
• Have a look at the historic rail exhibits at the Illawarra Light Rail Museum.
• Have a look at the historic aircrafts at the Aviation Museum.
• Collect art and craft, jewellery and cloths  at the local Sunday markets.
• Great scuba diving and snorkeling at Bass Point Reserve and Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve.
• Go on a bushwalk or enjoy a picnic at Killalea State Park.
• Surfboarding at Killalea Beach.
• Enjoy a family day out at Blackbutt Forest Reserve which offer
  barbeque facilities and playground facilities for young ones to have a
  great time.  The reserve also offer walking trails.
• Head to Lake Illawarra to enjoy the local bird life including the
  pelicans, black swans and variety of other bird species which thrive in
  this coastal paradise.

Come over and make Shellharbour in the south coast of New South Wales
 your next holiday destination. There are resorts in Shellharbour, caravan parks in Shellharbour,
bed and breakfast accommodation or even motels in Shellharbour or
hotels when you wish to secure a place to stay during your holidays.




You can also secure other south coast accommodation in NSW by clicking here (select NSW as the state and south coast as the region when searching).

Explore Sutherland Shire just 20 minutes from Sydney CBD

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Shopping,
superb eateries, entertainment and endless possibilities for those who
seek adventure has made Sutherland Shire a popular holiday hot spot.
Whether you want to spend just a day, weekend or several days, the
Sutherland Shire area offers you an exciting time. The best known
coastal resort in the area is Cronulla, a waterfront township with
classy hotels and numerous holiday accommodation where you can stay and
enjoy the beach, swim, surf, kayak, go fishing as well as enjoy some of
the best alfresco dining precinct Sydney has to offer. Just circa 25
kilometres south of Sydney city, even the locals plan it a relaxing day
out in the Shire area when they want to getaway from the busy city
surroundings. You will find Cronulla hotels,
motels, Bundeena bed and breakfast in Sutherland Shire when you are
looking for a place to book for your seaside vacation south of Sydney
city.




We have itemized below some of the things you can get up to during your holidays in Sutherland Shire.

• Enjoy beautiful Cronulla beach  -  swim, surf,
  kayaking, wind surfing, diving and wine and dine at the alfresco
  restaurants and cafes at the waterfront. The township also offer you
  plenty of great shopping opportunities to those who love some retail
  therapy while on holiday.
• You could catch a ferry across Port Hacking to Bundeena.
• You can visit the Lucas Heights Nuclear facility. Make sure you make an appointment before you visit.
• Head to the Royal National Park in southern end of
  Port Hacking where you will discover the surf beaches, amazing walking
  tracks and cycle tracks. While you are here hire a boat or a canoe and
  explore the waterways. This heritage listed national park offers you
  picnic areas to enjoy a leisurely day out with family and friends.
• Visit the art galleries, theatres and museums in the Shire. 
  Art galleries in Bundeena and Maianbar are generally open to the public
  on the first Sunday of each month.  You will love following the art
  trail in these to townships.
• Head to Kurnell known to be Captain Cook’s landing site in 1770.
• If you head to Sutherland Shire during the migration season, you will be able watch migrating whales from the cliff tops of Botany Bay National Park.

When you are planning to visit Sutherland Shire and if planning to stay a few days, there are Cronulla hotels, motels and Bundeena bed and breakfast accommodation in Sutherland Shire available for you to book.




Since it is so close to Sydney city you will also be able to book a city accommodation via this link and continue your Sutherland Shire explorations (select state New South Wales and region Sydney when you are searching).

Weekend getaways in Sydney | romantic getaways in harbour city | OzeHols

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A
visit to Sydney city will no doubt offer you lasting memories. This
capital city has it all. Spectacular scenery, world class entertainment,
famous cafes and restaurants, history, culture, sporting events,
adventure or places to just chill out. In this blog we have summarized
places to see and things to do whether your visit to spectacular Sydney
is a day trip or whether it is a holiday extending for two days or more.
If you are looking for a weekend getaway in Sydney for your short term break there are many hotels, motels and self contained apartments available for you to stay.




When in Sydney……….

• Visit the world famous icon the Opera House. Enjoy a musical or a drama performance where you will definitely enjoy the magnificent acoustics.
• Climb yet another icon the Sydney Harbour Bridge and capture a bird’s eye view of beautiful Sydney.
• Enjoy the waterside entertainment and have a meal at one of the cafes or restaurants while in Darling Harbour.
• Browse the art and craft displayed in outdoor stalls during the day at The Rocks  and watch the place turning to a buzzing take away food precinct during the night.
• Take a ferry from Circular Quay to Manly Beach and you will love the exciting beachside lifestyle.
• Take a lunch or a dinner cruise which takes you on an amazing 2 – 3 hour ferry ride on Sydney harbour.
• Head to Bondi for a swim or take a walk along the
  Bondi coast. The walking track along the coast will thrill you with the
  spectacular views it offers along the way and gives  you the chance to
  absorb the amazing seaside ambience.
• See the exhibitions held at the Art gallery of NSW and the State Library.
• Enjoy science and technology exhibits at the Powerhouse Museum.
• Capture natural history at the Australian Museum.
• See and explore the maritime history and exhibits at the Australian Maritime Museum.
• Shopaholics should visit the Queen Victoria Building and the Strand Arcade to indulge in some fabulous retail therapy.
• Lady Macquarie’s Chair is a super spot to view the harbour and if you feel like enjoying a picnic at leisure, then the Royal Botanic Gardens is a great spot.
• Take the kids to Taronga Zoo and it will be an enjoyable day out for the whole family.
• If you are the adventurous type the Harbour Bridge climb, Jet Boat rides in the harbour, helicopter tours and Skywalk on Sydney Tower (which offer breathtaking views of Sydney) will be right up your ally.

When you have finished exploring Sydney city attractions and finished enjoying the city delights….

• Head to Parramatta by ferry or train to explore this historic area.
• Take the train ride or a coach trip to the Blue Mountains region
  about hour and a half from Sydney city where you can visit the world
  heritage listed Three Sisters in Katoomba, enjoy bush walking in the
  area, visit some of the antique shops, visit quaint townships such as
  Leura, Wentworth Falls, Glenbrook, Blackheath, Megalong Valley and head
  to the beautiful Mount Annan Botanic Gardens to enjoy lazy days with
  family and friends.

Come over and stay in one of the weekend getaways in Sydney. If you
are looking to explore beautiful Sydney with your special friend, book
one of the romantic getaways in Sydney
for your stay. Online bookings are also possible by clicking here
(select New South Wales as the state and Sydney as the region for your
search).

Holiday apartments in Montville | Sunshine Coast Hinterland | OzeHols

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Beautiful
beaches are not the only attractions in Sunshine Coast. Spectacular
scenery,  art and craft galleries,  quaint cafes awaits you in Sunshine
Coast Hinterland. There are cozy Sunshine Coast hinterland holiday
accommodation  such as holiday apartments in Montville ideal for your stay.




Your hinterland holidays in the Sunshine Coast must include exploration of the Blackall Ranges where townships such as Montville, Maleny and Mapleton
offer you the charm of yester year. Cozy historic homesteads, day spas,
great cafes and restaurants for you to indulge in mouth watering food
and fine wine are all there at your finger tips.




If you love to see Queensland’s early architecture, then a visit to townships such as Eumundi, Buderim and Yandina
is ideal.  Sunshine Coast hinterland is a place for you to spend a
leisurely weekend browsing the art and craft such as paintings,
glassware, sculptures, drawings as well as many varieties of local
produce which are on display and for sale at the weekend markets held
throughout the hinterland townships.




Exploring nature is a must during your Sunshine Coast hinterland vacation. Take on the 2km Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk
which takes you through the beautiful natural surroundings of the
Blackall Range. Enjoy the lush vegetation, cascading waterfalls which
are the source of pretty meandering streams. Listen to nature, sounds of
chirpy birds during this thoroughly enjoyable eco friendly adventure.




There are few more nature adventures you may want to explore when in
the hinterland area. Explore the amazing sand cliffs, rainforests and
wild flowers at the Cooloola National Park.  You will enjoy the beautiful palms and may experience  close encounters with native wild life at the Noosa National Park. Head to Kondalilla National Park near Montville to see the amazing 90 metre high Skene Creek water fall. If time permits, explore the Mapleton National Park
which is home to 32 varieties of frogs including some which are
extinct.  Make the walks in the national parks a leisurely adventure
enjoying the flora and fauna in its natural surroundings and make it a
point to stop and enjoy the stunning scenery from many lookout points on
the way.


Your next destination should be to Gympie known to be a gold mining town in the 1800s.  Learn about the gold mining history in the area at the Gympie Gold Mining Museum, take a drive in Mary Valley
enjoying the stunning scenery and visit one of the Pineapple farms if
you can. Pineapple cultivations are a common site when travelling along
Mary Valley.




Many who visit the hinterland also love heading to Rainbow Beach, Tin Can Bay, the sand dunes  and the forty mile beach. 
This area is also the gateway to the world famous Fraser Island. Have
we convinced you to holiday in Sunshine Coast hinterland? Check into one
of holiday apartments in Montville or any other hinterland accommodation in Sunshine Coast townships to explore this spectacular region. There are also online bookings possible via this link (select Queensland as the state and Sunshine Coast as the region when searching).

Sunshine Coast hinterland accommodation

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This
a region where you can spend a day with family and friends in amazing
Australia Zoo, relax and have a drink in world famous Ettalong Pub,
collect fresh produce while on holiday at the Big Pineapple, visit the
Queensland Air Museum at Caloundra and be fascinated with ocean’s
underwater treasures at the Sunshine Coast’s Under Water World, spend
sun drenched days by the amazing coastline on white sandy beaches,
explore some of the most beautiful and lush national parks and enjoy the
quaint hinterland villages . Well, you will enjoy all these and more
when holidaying in the Sunshine Coast. When planning your break, you can
book one of the beachfront accommodation in Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast hinterland accommodation
including dog friendly accommodation in Sunshine Coast for your stay.
There are many beautiful and fascinating holiday hot spots in the
Sunshine Coast. In this article we will focus on few of the coastal
townships.

Caboolture

The Sunshine Coast region is home to many spectacular coastal
suburbs.  Being the gateway to Bribie Island is the township of
Caboolture located on the base of Glass House Mountains. Caboolture is
an historic village and blessed with many markets and galleries. From
here is a bridge which takes you to Bribie Island.  Between Bribie
Island and the mainland is the famous Pumicestone Passage, a sheltered
water passage consisting of amazing marine life and various species of
bird life.

Caloundra

Beautiful Caloundra is yet another spot from where you can explore
Pumicestone Passage and it’s amazing marine life. Enjoy the spectacular
beaches, Abseil or trek the Glass House Mountains and enjoy the scenery
on leisurely drives while holidaying here.

Mooloolaba

Do
you like to try scuba diving? Moloolaba offers scuba diving adventures
for the experienced diver and for beginners. This top beachside holiday
resort is superb to just relax by the beach in one of the seaside cafes
or browsing the galleries and shops at your leisure. Beachside picnic
spots and playgrounds are in abundance if you feel like enjoying a BBQ
with friends and family by the sea.

Maroochydore

This is a well known beachside resort in the Sunshine Coast. Though
it is a commercial hub in the area, the long stretch of spectacular
beaches will delight those who are looking to spend most of the time
swimming and surfing.

Noosa Heads and Noosaville

The rivers, lakes, wilderness and the rainforests in Noosa has made
it a name among visitors who love to enjoy nature and scenic beauty in
the Sunshine Coast.  You are sure to love the fantastic shopping
opportunities and the stylish cafes in Noosaville if you decide to head
to this area during your vacations in the Sunshine Coast.




When planning your holiday in this region, book one of the beachfront accommodation in Sunshine Coast,
 Sunshine Coast hinterland accommodation including one of the dog
friendly accommodation in Sunshine Coast if you are travelling with your
two legged friend.