Holidays in Northern Rivers | Rain forests | Coastal Walks | Surfing | Heritage

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When
someone mentions Northern Rivers you will instantly think of beautiful
Byron Bay and the spectacular surf beaches in the north coast of New
South Wales. Well, the northern rivers region consists of much more than
the coastal precinct. Subtropical rainforests such as the World
Heritage listed Gondwana Rainforests, meandering rivers and waterways,
majestic Wollumbin Mt Warning and many quaint countryside villages call
Northern Rivers home. Whether you are planning a holiday to explore the
dense forest areas, wanting to surf or just relax enjoying the good
food, art galleries and scenic drives the northern rivers region will
offer you the ideal holiday you have been longing for. We suggest you
book one of the holiday rentals in Ballina such as one of the motels in Ballina
or motels in Lismore or one of the holiday rentals in Lennox Head to
begin your exploration of beautiful Northern Rivers region.




Let us  check out what’s on offer when you are on vacation here.

• Explore the stunning Gondwana Rain Forests to enjoy nature.
• Indulge in a delicious meal in one of the many cafés and restaurants where you will be treated with a tasty meal made of fresh local produce.
• Take a leisurely drive around the quaint country
  villages where you will be able to visit many art galleries scattered
  around the Northern Rivers region.
• Take a walk along the Lyrebird Track.
• Enjoy a picnic with family and friends at Korrumbyn Creek picnic spot.
• Head to Border Ranges National Park to enjoy the rainforest environment and the flora and fauna unique to this part of north coast NSW.
• Head to Pinnacle Lookout to enjoy the majestic Wollumbin Mt Warning.
• Be brave and try the four day Yuraygir Coastal Walk.
• Head to Cape Byron Lighthouse known to be the easternmost point in Australia to be fascinated with spectacular 360 degree views.
• Go surfing in world famous Angourie Beach.
• The region is famous for fruit farming and you should try the delicious tropical fruit grown in this region.
• You may want to visit the township of Nimbin to take a glimpse of local culture.
• Head to Evans Head which was a training base during World War 11. Enjoy the collection of fighter jets on display at the Aviation Heritage Museum here.

We suggest you book one of the holiday rentals in Ballina such as one of the motels in Ballina, motels in Lismore
or one of the motels in Tweed Heads to begin your exploration of
beautiful Northern Rivers region.  You could also book accommodation
online by clicking here (select NSW as the state and Northern Rivers as the region when you search for accommodation).

Exciting and scenic Blue Mountains a place for romantic getaways

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Wake
up in the morning to be greeted with that amazing crispness in the air.
Step out doors and you will agree the scenery is just breathtaking.
Wonder where this is? Ofcourse the region known as the “Blue Mountains”
just over a hour from Sydney is the perfect holiday destination for
those who love a holiday in spectacular scenic surroundings. Being a
popular holiday destination, the choice you get when selecting a place
to stay is just great. Suggest you book into one of the self contained
accommodation in Blue Mountains such as one of the accommodation cabins in Blue Mountains to begin your romantic getaways in Blue Mountains.




Holidays in the region must include exploration of the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park.
The blue haze engulfing the thick eucalypt vegetation, deep valleys and
fascinating sandstone cliffs are just breathtaking whether you are a
lover of nature or not.




Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the Blue Mountains in many exciting ways. Take a ride in the Scenic Skyway which takes you across the Jamison Valley or you could take a ride in the scenic railway, being one of the steepest railway rides you will ever experience which takes you to the floor of the Jamison Valley.




Your next stop should be the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens in Mount Tomah. 
A relaxing day in the gardens will give you the chance to be educated
about the flora and fauna in the pretty gardens which is home to more
than 40,000 plant species from around the world.




Blue Mountains is an absolute treasure if you are interested in visiting Aboriginal sacred sites. Obviously you need to join a guided tour and a couple of places to experience the Aboriginal culture are the Waradah Aboriginal Centre and the Gully Aboriginal Interpretive Walk. 
Hiking expeditions to explore the national park are also available.
Plenty of information on hiking tours and the Aboriginal culture
experience walks can be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre
located at Echo Point close to the ever so spectacular “Three Sisters” mountain ranges. The townships such as Leura, Katoomba, Blackheath, Wentworth Falls, Glenbrook
are very pretty and you will be able to enjoy the attractions in
Katoomba and Leura at a leisurely pace by opting to commute in a hop in
hop off bus.


Staying
a weekend or few more days extra in the mountains is a must if you like
to explore the region fully. Enjoy some great food in one of the cafes
or restaurants in a quaint mountain township and wonder through the many
craft shops, collectable boutiques and antique shops in the region. You
are bound to collect something which you will treasure for a long time.




Before you leave the mountains, a visit to the spectacular Jenolan Caves (about 1hr 15minutes from Katoomba) is
a must.  The spectacular limestone formations in the underground caves
and fascinating underground rivers are best enjoyed while on a guided
tour with an experienced tour guide. This is an adventure which will
thrill the whole family.




Hope we have convinced you to head to the Blue Mountains for your
next vacation. Book one of the accommodation cabins in Blue Mountains or
a caravan parks in Blue Mountains to begin your scenic vacation. You could also book accommodation online by clicking here (select NSW as the state and Blue Mountains as the region when searching).

Albury Wodonga offers something for everyone on holiday

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Ever
been to Albury Wodonga region? Blessed with rivers, streams, lakes and
spectacular scenery, this is a region which is splendid if you love
water sporting recreation. You have the opportunity for white water
rafting, fishing, boating or sailing. Your laid back holiday can be
enjoyed while staying in one of the Albury Wodonga accommodation such as
one of the caravan parks in Albury, motels in Albury or motels in Wodonga.




Spring and summer are not the only seasons you will enjoy while in
this region. Come during winter and the snowfields are superb for
downhill and cross country skiing. If walking is your kind of activity,
you will love the picturesque surroundings and scenic walks. Farming is
big in the Albury Wodonga region and the area is known for crops such as
nuts, grapes and berries and famous for Yabbie Farming and Alpaca
breeding too.




Your relaxed holiday must include some exploration of the historic
towns like Beechworth, Chiltern and Yackandandah. Explore the
architecture of the Victorian era at your own space or maybe opt for a
guided tour to gain some in depth knowledge from the local tour
operators. Many award winning museums, art and craft galleries, souvenir
shops and antique shops are also scattered throughout the Albury
Wodonga region for you to enjoy while on vacation here.




The Albury Wodonga region is famous for producing classy fortified
wines too. If you are looking for some great Muscats, Tokays and Ports,
you will not be disappointed. In addition to these you could also grab
your favourite red or whites produced in the region at the cellar doors.
During your stay enjoy the locally produced cheeses, mustards, pickles,
jams, berries and nuts and the traditional fresh breads.




Albury Wodonga is second to no other when you think of fine food
restaurants, entertainment, night life as well as cozy pubs to have an
informal chit chat.  Where ever you visit, the country hospitality on
offer will definitely entice you to stay in this region longer than what
you have planned. There is something happening in the area always.
Country markets, craft exhibitions, theatre and musical performances,
wine exhibitions and sporting activities are just a few for you.




Are you the kind who loves an adrenaline rush while on holiday? If
that is you, the region also offer white water rafting, hot air
ballooning, abseiling, hang gliding and parasailing opportunities. 
There are championship golf courses for golfing enthusiasts, horse
riding and places to cycle and places to enjoy your 4 wheel driving
adventures.




Obviously Albury Wodonga has something on offer whatever the age
bracket you fall into. What are you waiting for? Book one of the
farmstays, resorts, motels in Albury, motels in Wodonga or one of the bed and breakfast in Albury Wodonga to embark on an unique holiday.




Image courtesy of “Tourism Albury Wodonga”

Explore the wine trail and good food

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Holidays
in shoalhaven is known to be a dream destination for beach lovers.
But….have you ever thought of exploring the wine trail in this coastal
region? Yes, you are right! There are circa 15 wineries for you to visit
while holidaying in this beautiful region blessed with lush vegetation
and some of the most spectacular beaches the east coast has to offer.
Stay in one of the south coast short term rentals between Kiama and
Batemans Bay such as one of the holiday homes in Mollymook to begin your wine trail.




If you arrive during the June long weekend, you have timed it well
for the Shoalhaven Coast Winter Wine Festival, being the biggest and one
of the best food and wine extravaganzas in the region attracting
thousands of eager wine and food lovers to the south coast region. Some
of the best wineries in the region will open their cellar doors to tease
your taste buds with great food and wine, cheese and wine tasting tours
as well as some super entertainment to ensure visitors thoroughly enjoy
their stay.




While the cellar doors are open between 10am and 5pm during the
festival days, you will be able to commute in hop on and off bus which
will take you to each of the participating wineries.


For your convenience we have named the wineries with their contact numbers so that you can call prior to visiting them.

• Yarrawa Estate, Kangaroo Valley                                                               02 4465 1165
• Kangaroo Valley Estate, Kangaroo Valley                                                02 4465 2535
• Roselea Vineyard, Gerringong                                                                    02 4234 0340
• Croocked River Wines, Gerringong                                                           02 4234 0975
• Silos Estate, Berry                                                                                         02 4448 6082
• Mountain Ridge Wines, Shoalhaven Heads                                             02 4448 5825
• Coolangatta Estate, Shoalhaven Heads                                                     02 4448 7131
• Two Figs Winery, Shoalhaven Heads                                                         02 4448 5003
• Cambewarra Estate, Bangalee                                                                     02 4446 0170
• Lyrebird Ridge Organic Winery, Kangaroo Valley                                  02 4446 0648
• Cupitt’s Winery, Milton/Ulladulla                                                              02 4455 7888
• Fern Gully Winery, Termeil                                                                          02 4457 1124
• Bawley Vale Estate, Bawley Point                                                                02 4457 2555

We
hope you will pen in the long weekend in June in your diaries for few
days of fine food and wine indulgence. The stretch of the east coast in
Shoalhaven has so much to see and plenty to do. Be ready for a swim or
surfing in the beautiful beaches, play a round or two of golf in the
champion golf course in Mollymook, collect something which fascinate you
in one of the antique shops in Milton or any of the other coastal
suburbs, pay a visit to the “blow hole” in Kiama and spend a day of
leisure in beautiful Berry while you are in pretty Shoalhaven.


Places to stay are plenty too. Book one of the short term rentals in shoalhaven such as one of the holiday houses in Mollymook beach, or a caravan park or a motel in Mollymook when planning to visit the shoalhaven region.

Get pampered during your holidays in Hunter Valley

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You
don’t have to wait for a season to visit this premier wine country in
New South Wales. Whether you are looking for a relaxing time to indulge
in some wine tasting, wine tours, fine dining or to be pampered in a day
spa, browse through some spectacular art & craft galleries or
experience some adventure such as a balloon ride over the vineyards,
Hunter offers you thrilling times every day of the year. There are some
great places to stay too. Book into one of the hotels or motels in Cessnock,
or one of the hotels in Pokolbin or stay in one of the Hunter Valley
retreats if planning to spend an extended vacation in this NSW’s premier
wine region.




A relaxing walk in the Hunter Valley Gardens was one of my favourite
experiences. Spread over 60 acres with so many feature gardens
displaying all colours of the rainbow will last in your memories
forever. Hunter Valley Gardens which is open from 9am to 5pm except
Christmas day is a must visit attraction for all those who visit Hunter
Valley.




Lets look at activities, attractions and great ways to spend your
vacation when in Hunter Valley. We have provided you with contact
numbers so that you can make your own arrangements and plan your holiday
activities.


Activities

• Aqua Golf & Putt Putt                                      02 4998 7896
• Balloon Alloft                                                     1300 723 279
• Balloon Safaris                                                   1800 818 191 FREE
• Cloud 9 Balloon Flights                                   1300 555 711
• Golf at Cypress Lakes                                      1800 465 318 FREE
• East Coast Corporate Experiences               0448 866 048
• Bicycle Hire                                                       0418 404 039
• Hunter Valley Cycling                                     0418 281 480
• Hunter Valley Golf                                            02 4991 4777
• Horse Riding Adventures                                02 4930 7111
• Hunter Wine Theatre                                       02 4998 7777
• Majors Lane Cooking School                         02 4930 7832
• Skydive the Hunter Valley                              02 4915 7429
• Team Activity                                                    02 4998 7222
• The Vintage Golf Club                                     02 4998 2208
• Tuscany Wine Estate Cooking School          02 4998 7288
• Wine Country Ballooning                               02 4991 7533
• Wine School Australia                                     0408 444 300

Art & Crafts

• Australian Alpaca Barn                                   02 4998 6669
• Hunter Valley Gallery of Woodwork            02 4990 4994
• Butterflies Gallery                                            02 4998 7724
• Emma’s Cottage Art Gallery                          02 4998 7734
• Marthaville Guildry & Craft Centre              02 4990 2653
• Ogishi Craft Centre                                          02 4998 7979
• Peter Sesselmann Art Studio & Gallery       0408 722 092
• Pokolbin Gallery an Sculpture Garden        1800 055 080 FREE
• The Gate Gallery                                              02 4998 3370
• Wine Glass Gallery                                          02 4998 6888

Spas

• Chateau Elan Spa                                             02 4998 2500
• Hunter Valley Reflections Day Spa              02 4930 9006
• Tea Tree Spa                                                     02 4991 0959
• Thai Nature Massage                                      02 4991 3331
• The Golden Door Elysia                                 02 4993 8500
• Zen Hair Skin Body                                         02 4998 6844

Attractions

• Cessnock Regional Art Gallery                      02 4991 6619
• Gems 4 U                                                           02 4998 6647
• Harrigans Irish Pub                                         1800 800 522 FREE
• Hunter Valley Gardens                                   02 4998 4000
• Hunter Valley Gardens Village                      02 4998 4000
• Hunter Valley Zoo                                            02 4990 7714
• Pokolbin Village                                                02 4998 7670
• Richmond Valley Railway Museum              02 4001 0197
• Sir Edgeworth David Memorial Museum    02 4937 4418
• Tempus Two                                                      02 4998 4000

Opt for one of the hotels or motels in Cessnock or one of the hotels in Pokolbin or stay in one of the Hunter Valley retreats if planning to holiday for a couple of days or more in Hunter region.




You could also book Hunter Valley accommodation online here. Select “NSW” as the state and “Hunter” as the region for your search.




Information here is with the courtesy of “Hunter Valley Visitors Guide 2013”.