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NEW SOUTH WALES

Hunter Valley - Tower Lodge

Tower Lodge is a unique small five star boutique hotel in the Hunter Valley wine region, just two hours 30 minutes drive north of Sydney.

Accommodating a maximum of 24 people at any one time, this low rise Spanish Mission-style structure is not only stylish and visually sympathetic to the surrounding landscape, but offers a style of service that is both attentive and exemplary.

Tower Lodge is an exclusive haven that boasts 12 guest rooms, plus an intimate lounge and bar, baronial dining room, cosy library, plus impressive recreational facilities. These include The Dinks, an 18 hole putting golf course, a 1.6 kilometre walking track, heated pool, sauna and gymnasium as well as a massage treatment room.

The elegant dining room is for the exclusive use of guests and breakfast is served under the imposing two storey window with views across to the beautiful Brokenback Range.

The secluded courtyard is also a tranquil setting in the summer months for breakfast or evening drinks.

Boasting one of the most extensive cellars, The Lodge guest lounge and bar is open continuously serving the wines of Tower Estate as well as aged Hunter wines, imported Champagnes and a range of malt whiskies and cognacs.

Along with the renowned Roberts Restaurant and Tower Estate Winery, Tower Lodge creates the perfect trinity that is Tower Estate – a place dedicated to the enjoyment of the finer things in life!

Package inclusions;

Costs to be advised in late 2011.

NEW SOUTH WALES

Blue Mountains - Wolgan Valley Resort

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Australian wilderness at Emirates’ conservation-led Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa, located in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, less than three hours drive from Sydney.

Nestled between two national parks and spread out at the foot of towering cliffs, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa is set within its own private conservation and wildlife reserve.

This secluded resort occupies just two percent of the total land area of 4,000 acres and features 40 individual suites, each having its own indoor/outdoor swimming pool. The main homestead offers distinctive dining, luxury facilities and the stand alone Timeless Spa.

At the Timeless Spa, every room offers views of the neighbouring Gardens of Stone National Park so you can relax and rejuvenate while enjoying the spectacular natural panorama before you. A wide range of healing therapies aim to restore your body’s natural balance.

You are invited to take part in numerous excursions, based on the incredible beauty of the location, its wildlife and ecology and both settler and Aboriginal history.

Activities include guided walks to discover wildlife in its natural habitat, four wheel drive safaris, mountain bike and horse riding adventures through the spectacular landscapes, star gazing, Heritage and Aboriginal interpretative tours and guided photographic excursions.

Package inclusions;

Costs to be advised in late 2011

VICTORIA

Great Ocean Road

We travel through the vast volcanic plains on route to Geelong where you have time to stroll along the beautifully transformed waterfront. We start our journey along the Great Ocean Road at Torquay, stopping at various including Bells Beach and our morning tea location.

Our focus then turns to Australian native wildlife as we observe Eastern Grey Kangaroos in the wild. Our journey then begins travelling the very scenic, cliff-hugging section of the Great Ocean Road. While winding our way along we stop to view sites such as the ‘Memorial Arch’.

Lorne is the largest of the seaside resorts, with its abundance of cafes and restaurants it is a perfect place for a lunch break. After lunch we cruise along the spectacular road, stopping at many scenic spots including Kennett River. We go into the Great Otway National Park where we take you on a 1km guided walk through a cool temperate rainforest gully to see the world’s tallest flowering plants, prehistoric trees and unique features such as ‘Yabbie Chimneys’.

We visit Apollo Bay before checking in to your private self contained villa which is set high on a hill overlooking the Southern Ocean. We have dinner tonight at the very popular Apollo Bay Hotel, this restaurant utilises great local produce.

Our second day starts with breakfast at the ‘locals favourite’ Bay Leaf Cafe. We then travel through the Otway ranges and onto the ‘Shipwreck Coast’.

Our first stop is at Castle Cove overlooking the Aire river valley. Your guide will introduce you to the strong Aboriginal heritage of the region with many tribes living prosperously around the coastline for thousands of years.

The 12 Apostles are Icons of Australia’s natural beauty. We arrive as the stacks are lit with the morning sun making them perfect for photos and crowd free. We then visit ‘Loch Ard Gorge’, the site of the most famous 19th century Australian shipwreck.

Port Campbell is our lunch stop for today. The small fishing village of just 350 is set in a beautiful natural port and has some wonderful cafes and restaurants for food and views.

After lunch we travel to a lesser known but highly impressive area of the Great Ocean Road west of Port Campbell. This section takes in London Bridge, Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, and Boat Bay before our journey turns inland and travels through open farmland towards Melbourne arriving there around 6pm.

Package inclusions;

Costs to be advised in late 2011.

NORTHERN TERRITORY

Ayers Rock – Longitude 131

Voyages Longitude 131º offers immersion in the World Heritage Listed wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Both romantic and eco-sensitive, this superior accommodation boasts private views of the sun rising and setting over Uluru. Venture into this spirited land and be exposed to an expansive living cultural landscape in the company of only a few others. Whether you spend your time learning of the ancient cultures of traditional owners, or exploring the stunning flora and fauna with expert guides face to face with this irresistible land, your senses come alive. In the evening savour dishes from a daily menu which fuses modern Australian cuisine and indigenous flavours with a hint of international influences. Dine out under the spectacular desert night sky at Table 131° with the haunting sounds of the Didgeridoo in the background. Watch the beautiful dusk desert sky fading from vibrant pinks and reds to a starlit sky while Longitude 131°’s resident star talker shares knowledge about the southern skies.

Package inclusions;

Exclusive touring program with expert guides:

Costs to be advised in late 2011.

Airfares not included.

QUEENSLAND

Port Douglas – Sea Temple Resort

Located on the secluded beachfront of Four Mile Beach, Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas has been designed with the utmost luxury and sophisticated elegance in mind.

The resort blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape echoing the natural features of this tropical oasis and overlooks a central lagoon and pool pavilion.

Beautifully detailed 1 bedroom penthouse apartments are perfect for couples which feature a fully appointed kitchen, separate living area, exquisite master bedroom and relaxing furnished balcony. In addition, a spiral staircase will take you to an exclusive rooftop with private jacuzzi and sundeck to soak up the calming atmosphere of the tropics.

Relax and revitalize in total luxury at Mii Spa. Allow the experienced therapists to personalise the perfect treatments for your total wellness and lifestyle. Mii Spa presents an ideal environment for total comfort, relaxation, pampering and renewal.

Play a round of golf at the Sea Temple Golf & Country Club golf course, a true, links-style course, featuring rich green fairways, framed by tropical rainforest, stunning mountain views and cooled by sea breezes.

Stylish accommodation, delicious dining, indulgent pampering and challenging golf are just some of the reasons to visit this ’Temple of Relaxation’. The resort offers tropical seclusion in a stunningly beautiful location, chic and stylish, perfectly positioned for your rejuvenation.

Ideally located on 10 acres of tropical beachfront, Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas combines comfort and first class service to create a haven of privacy and relaxation.

Package inclusions;

Costs to be advised in late 2011 Airfares not included.