Wednesday, September 29, 2010

The Wild Side of Queensland at Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve


A Rich Wildlife in Cairns

Travel Cairns with a hint of a wild adventure. Get your campervans and cars driving to the Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve located just 9 kilometres west of Kuranda, which is by the way a great stop as well. The Wildlife Reserve does not only houses animals of Cairns or Australia , but animals from all over the world. It’s fascinating and it keeps fascinating children and adults of different lifestyle.  As you drive to the facility you will notice that it is surrounded with State Parks and Forests. What a great destination for you campervan hire adventure in Cairns. To check out campervans best for your Cairns trip visit or book instantly at Cairns Campervan Hire

It is amazing because your eyes can enjoy seeing animals in their natural setting mixed with the feeling of the real safari encounter. Enjoy up close a huge range of flora and fauna, plus free roaming kangaroos, free flying birds, enjoy seeing crocodiles of different scales and of course don’t miss the lovely koalas that would meet you around.

There are guided walks from the friendly staff of course, this should enable you to tour what you shouldn’t miss in the facility, this will save you time as well. 

It is only in the Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve where you eat meals with the birds, lorikeets and the nature as audience.

Open hours
Keep up with the Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve on any day just be sure to observe their operating hours 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Admission rates

Admission is affordable at $28 for adults, $14 for children, $22.50 for seniors and $75 for a group of family. If you need to keep in touch with the facility or need more information phone one of their friendly staff at 4093 7777. 

Visit Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve

Monday, September 27, 2010

Driving Distances in Australia

If you are contemplating for a holiday in Australia, don't skip the planning process! Below is a distance table showing the distances to manage your travel. 


Adelaide

1542
km

Alice Springs

2063 
km

3012 
km

Brisbane

4288 
km

2746 
km

4560 
km
Broome

3143 
km

2324 
km

1717 
km
3962 
km
Cairns

3053 
km

1511 
km
3415 
km
1865 
km
2727
km
Darwin

728 
km

2270 
km
1674 
km
5016 
km
3054 
km
3781 
km
Melbourne

2724 
km

3630 
km
4384 
km
2250 
km
5954 
km
4045 
km
3452 
km
Perth

1420 
km

2644 
km
996 
km
5234 
km
2546 
km
4000 
km
868 
km
4144 
km
Sydney

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Thursday, September 16, 2010

Destination: Uluru and Ayers Rock Campground


If the Ayers Rock entices you with its rock appeal then you would need a place to stay. Many people prefer the Ayers Rock Campground at the Ayers Rock Resort because it has all the amenities, its clean and it is priced reasonably.
Travelling to Ayers Rock
Whichever city you begin your travel with, the best way to go about is through a campervan. Why take an expensive tour if you can drive with freedom? Or why rent a car when you can have both transportation and a bed?
Campervans can take 2 up to 6 people, so you can choose a romantic travel to Ayers Rock or a fun and hip group travel. Check out the campervan rates at campervan hire Australia or hit directly to Northern Territory Campervan Hire.


Ayers Rock Campground Rates


The campground charges per night, per person or per family. Follow the rates below to help you in your planning. 


Nightly Campground Rates* 1 Apr 2010 - 31 Mar 2011
  • Campground cabins - rate per cabin(up to six people, shared bathroom facilities) $150
  • Camping - Powered Site (per person) $19.50
  • Camping - Non-Powered Site (per person) $17
  • Additional Person $16.50
  • Children  6 - 15 years old  $9.50
  • Child 0 - 5 years inclusive are Free of charge
  • Powered Site (Family Rate) 2 adults and 2 or more children. $48
  • Non-Powered Site (Family Rate) 2 adults and 2 or more children. $43
  • Permanent Village Tents with 2 single beds, linen, a rechargeable lantern and extra bedding and a hot water bottle on request. Rate per tent. $95
For More information about rates and specials go to Ayers Rock Pricing
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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Have a Great Taste of Hunter Valley


Hunter Valley
Plenty of Campgrounds await in the region of Hunter Valley, one of the premier wine districts of Australia and a sexy destination of New South Wales.  
www.leavesandfishes.com
Sometimes it is referred to as “Hunter Valley Wine Country”.

No boasting and no fake “hurrahs” but Hunter Valley captures the heart of Wine lovers and even the non-wine speaking tongues. The other mark of Hunter Valley features authentic food; hence a call for great dining is possible.

Hunter restaurants and cafes are no ordinary, they all bring the excitement of the valley even if you are only approaching.

Some restaurants to name are Rock Restaurant, Bistro Molines at Tallavera Grove, Leaves and Fishes, Adina, Mojo's on Wilderness, Amandas On the Edge, Belposto Café and Restaurant, Majors Lane, Grapevine Cafe-Bar... Lynkeys of Lovedale Café, Redsalt  at the Crowne Plaza, star anise  at the Crowne Plaza, and Tatler Tapas Café.

Keep the first six restaurants on top of the list to keep your expectations of great dining and great atmosphere.



Leaves and Fishes Restaurant
Hunter Valley does not end with great wine and dine, but its dimension had it collect the other nature favorites – mountains, beaches, and wilderness. The region is brought to whole by several sub regions, (1) The Barrington Tops, (2) Maitland Hunter Valley, (3) Hunter Valley Wine Country, (4) Lake Macquarie, (5) Newcastle, (6) Singleton, (7) Upper Hunter Country, and the last (8) The Hunter.
Exploring Hunter Valley
How to explore all the Hunter regions is through your vehicle or best with a Campervan. Car and Campervan rentals is convenient in Sydney. Check out Campervan Hire to see and choose campervans to take in Sydney and surrounds. For couple, there is a 2 berth campervan with all the camper amenities, couple wanting abundant vehicle space can choose a 4 berth campervan. While groups traveling together can find a quaint Hunter holiday through a 4 Berth or 6 Berth Campervan.
Getting to Hunter Valley
If the pursuit is the road trip highlights to Hunter Valley, drive from Sydney for approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to the beautiful town of Newcastle, suggesting a drop at Newcastle Visitor Information Centre as they are the expert to your quest of Hunter Valley depending on your purpose. 






Drive a campervan to Hunter Valley. Check out the best rates and the best vehicles for you at Campervan Hire Australia or switch directly to Sydney Campervan Hire.
Enjoy Hunter!
 

Friday, September 3, 2010

Esperance, Campervan and Caravan Park

photo: www.kepakurl.com.au
Esperance is one of Western Australia’s alas. Many people visit each year to experience the truly Esperance natural features. The best time to see Esperance is any time of the year.

From Sydney, Esperance is 3,422 km when you drive through the Eyre Highway. From Perth, Esperance is 741 kms if you drive through Albany Hwy and South Coast Hwy… which is more scenic than taking it through The South Coast Highway at 719 kms. To compare the later is easy to transport but the first option offers a scenic drive.
Drive and discover Esperance through Campervan. Check the rates and choose your vehicle at Campervan Hire.

Choose between Esperance Bay Holiday Park and Esperance Seafront Caravan Park for your stay with your chosen campervan. Each park has its own special and features, but whichever you choose, you are sure to have that great Esperance holiday.

For couples targetting a camper travel to Perth, the 4 berth campervan would be the best for both to enjoy twice more space. A 2-berth campervan would still be enough for two people to sleep in it and space for luggage. Bigger campervans are also available for up to six people. Visit Campervan Hire Perth to check out the best of Perth Campervans .