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M A G A Z I N ETRAVEL

AUSTRALIA SPECIAL ISSUE 2011

G R E A T V A C A T I O N V A L U E S F R O M

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There’s nothing like

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INTRODUCING AUSTRALIA 4Come and discover why there’s nothing

like Australia.

ALWAYS GOOD NATURED 6Dive the Reef, climb the Rock, explore the

Rainforest. Nature and adventure is all

over Down Under.

LOCAL LIFESTYLES 10The country’s multi-layered culture is

reflected in the colorful Aussie lifestyle.

THE GOOD LIFE DOWN UNDER 16From five-star dining under a million

stars to luxury Barrier Reef resorts.

MORE GREAT AUSSIE OFFERS 18See the incredible offers we have in store for

you on your next Australian vacation!

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There’s nothing like Australia on sale! A land of adventure and friendly locals, Australia is easy to do and not as expensive as you think. You can find your adventure at the right price. For a limited time, the Great Aussie Sale offers exciting deals on airfare, free nights, and value-added options.

At the end of each section in this magazine, look for the “Ready To Go”

featuring great offers that we have selected for you, many with special

amenities and exclusive privileges. See page 18 for an even greater selection of Aussie vacations,

including amazing experiences that we can add to your vacation for only $25! Plus, see details on

how to win a free trip Down Under! But remember, this is only the beginning.

STILL DON’T SEE EXACTLY WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR? WE WILL BE HAPPY TO CUSTOMIZE ANY EXPERIENCE TO MAKE YOUR TRIP TRULY AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME.

Australia has enormous appeal for all types of travelers, from families to solo travelers, from young couples to multigenerational groups. The reasons to plan your vacation today are numerous: it’s a safe destination; you get good value for your dollar; from the west coast of the U.S., it’s about the same traveling time and distance as flying to Italy; and Aussies speak English, making it easy to forge new friendships. Plus, with all of the excitement surrounding The Oprah Winfrey Show visit to Australia, the destination is as hot as ever!

As exciting as Sydney and Melbourne are, there is much more to see and do beyond the major

cities, and the following pages feature some of our favorite experiences around this diverse continent. There are so many attractions and activities that even if you have visited before, we have plenty more ideas in store for you. You’ll find unique nature and adventure experiences, ideas to get a taste of the Aussie culture and lifestyle, plus a collection of some of the finest five star and culinary experiences around the country.

From the vast Outback to the iconic Great Barrier Reef; from the frontiers of Western Australia to the island state of Tasmania and the nation’s capital, Canberra; you’ll soon discover why there is nothing like Australia.

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Fragile and GreatA coral reef is a living thing, and

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef

in Queensland is the only living

organism that can be seen from

outer space. The World’s Natural

Wonder is home to dolphins,

turtles and more than 1,500

species of fish; come and explore it

in your own way: diving or kayak;

by luxury plane or luxury cruise.

Over the HumpBroome’s Cable Beach in Western

Australia is a 13-mile strand of

white sand kissed by the turquoise

waters of the Indian Ocean. By all

means do the beachy things – rent

a jet ski or take a cruise – but don’t

forget the quintessential Cable Beach

experience: a camel ride at sunset.

It’s a good bet that much of your Australian adventure will be outdoors, trekking the Outback, marveling at natural monuments, enjoying the beaches, diving the Great Barrier Reef and exploring sparsely-populated islands. Along the way you’ll observe remarkable creatures, from whale sharks to wombats, camels, and of course koalas to kangaroos.

Always Good Natured...


GO WITH THE FLOWSoak up your surroundings with a canoe trip down the waters of the Katherine River in the Northern Territory. The river flows through the heralded Katherine Gorge, which is actually 13 separate gorges connected over an 8-mile stretch. Opt for a guide or push off in your own canoe from the Katherine Low Level Bridge.

Make Tracks to KakaduAre you ready for Aboriginal culture, outback adventure and loads of wildlife? Then make tracks for Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory, the largest National Park in Australia.

Diving with GiantsNingaloo Reef is one of the most biodiverse in the world, but there’s one creature

that overshadows them all. Between April and June you can don a snorkel and mask and swim with awe-inspiring whale sharks measuring 52 feet. Tour groups depart from the towns of Coral Bay and Exmouth in Western Australia.

ROCK ME, BABYBack in 1912, Cradle Mountain inspired Austrian-born Gustav Weindorfer

to build a chalet of King Billy pine on the mountain. Weindorfer then worked

tirelessly to have the area declared a national park. Today a quarter of all

visitors to Tasmania include Cradle Mountain in their travels as they

hike its beauty.

Up Close and PersonalImmerse yourself in nature at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve in Canberra. The

Sanctuary at Tidbinbilla offers nature-based experiences like searching for

platypus. Visitors have the opportunity to get up close with Australian native

animals such as endangered Southern Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies, koalas,

reptiles, possums, kangaroos and echidnas. The reserve is also rich in

Aboriginal history, including artifacts dating back 21,000 years.

GREEN AS IT GETSThe Daintree Rainforest in Queensland is the oldest surviving tropical rainforest on earth. Cruise down the Daintree River and immerse yourself in a land of birdcalls and fleeting glimpses of forest creatures. Stay at luxury rainforest accommodations where eco-tourism operators will provide unforgettable nature experiences as you explore this remote and beautiful region.


A Sandy GemFraser Island, a World Heritage listed destination in Queensland, is the largest sand island in the world, with spectacular colored sands, freshwater lakes and towering rainforests. Hikers take to the 55-mile Fraser Island Great Walk, and many people come to the island in hopes of seeing a dingo in its wild state.

Keep on the LookoutWineglass Bay is one of Tasmania’s iconic destinations. Take off on

foot and head for the Wineglass Bay Lookout for the must-have photo

snap, then wander down to the beach below, keeping your eyes peeled

for a glimpse of white-bellied sea-eagles, quolls, wallabies, wombats

and Tasmanian devils.

GLOWINGLY BEAUTIFULWhen you arrive at a picturesque peaceful setting on the banks of the

Tyenna River, you’ve come to Russell Falls, Tasmania. It’s reached by an

easy track that can even be negotiated by wheelchair. Visit the falls at

night, and you’ll see glow worms among the greenery on the

approach to the falls.

ROCK OF AGESRising from the broad Red Centre

desert plain, the 1,141-feet tall

Uluru/Ayers Rock in the Northern

Territory is arguably Australia’s

most famous natural icon. For

maximum effect, time your visit

at sunrise or sunset, when the

rock takes on an majestic glow.

Join a cultural tour and see

Uluru/Ayers Rock through the

eyes of its traditional Aboriginal

owners, the A¯na

¯ngu people.

Always Good Natured...

Kick Back on Kangaroo IslandNeed to decompress? On Kangaroo Island in South Australia, you’ll find dense

forest and long secluded strands of white-sand beach. There’s plenty of wildlife,

from sea lions to koalas. There are only 4,400 people living on the island, mostly

taking their livelihood from the sea. Overnight accommodations include

everything from lighthouse keeper’s cottages to chic retreats.

Blooming Good TimeAt the famed Australian National Botanical Gardens in Canberra, enjoy a picnic on the manicured lawns, see native birds and water dragons, and take the rainforest walk. The gardens feature over a third of all plant species found in

ustralia. You can walk among 9,000 native plants and see any endangered species then

elax indoors or outdoors at udson’s in the Gardens cafe.

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MEET THE LOCAL DEVILSTasmania has many unique mammals found nowhere else in the world. Some, like the Tasmanian devil and the now extinct

Tasmanian tiger are well-known. Others, such as the eastern quoll, pademelon and bettong are less well-known. You can meet

a Tasmanian devil at wildlife parks around the island and develop an understanding of their plea for survival and learn how you

can help to save the Tassie Devil from extinction. There’s the opportunity to learn about various conservation and wildlife rescue

programs and meet many other Tasmanian animals. You can also take an eco-tour and spot abundant sea and coastal wildlife

such as seals, dolphins, whales, albatross and other seabirds.

Turtle Havens on the Great Barrier ReefWitnessing the nesting and hatching of a rare animal

that may live for 200 years is a unique Queensland

natural encounter you won’t soon forget. Each year

hundreds of turtles return to the bountiful waters of

the Great Barrier Reef to complete a cycle that begun at their own birth.

From Bundaberg in the south, to the Cape in the tropical north, as well as on

the islands of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, these amazing animals nest

along some areas of the Queensland coast from November to March.

CAIRNS, CANBERRA AND SYDNEY 6 NIGHTS FROM $2199*INCLUDES AIRFARE

The northern gateway, tropical

Cairns, is the perfect base from

which to explore the rainforest,

experience Aboriginal culture

up-close, and visit the wonders

of the reef. Vacation includes: Standard accommodations,

roundtrip airfare from Los

Angeles on Qantas Airways,

internal airfare, sightseeing

including Great Barrier Reef

cruise, 3-day Hertz rental car

and transfers.

Offer 678694 �

BROOME, PERTH AND SYDNEY 7 NIGHTS FROM $2495*INCLUDES AIRFARE

In Broome, skim across the

tidal flats on a hovercraft and

view spectacular 120 million

year old dinosaur foot prints.

See some of Australia’s native

animals from kangaroos, koalas,

wombats, echidnas and much

more right in the heart of the

Sydney at Sydney Wildlife World.

Vacation includes: Standard

accommodations, roundtrip

airfare from Los Angeles on

Qantas Airways, sightseeing

including hovercraft tour and

general admission to Sydney

Wildlife World and transfers.

Offer 678696 �

AUSTRALIA’S WESTERN EXPLORER6 NIGHTS FROM $2449*INCLUDES AIRFARE

Explore the West Coast of

Australia with visits to the capital

city of Perth and the seaside

town of Broome. Perth boasts

some of the country’s best

beaches, a vibrant nightlife,

parks and amazing marine

adventures. In Broome, visit the

famous Cable beach and take a

hovercraft tour to see dinosaur

prints over 120 million years old.


accommodations, roundtrip

airfare from Los Angeles on

Qantas Airways, internal airfare,

sightseeing including hovercraft

tour and Perth City Sights tour

and transfers. Offer 689134

TOP END, PERTH AND MARGARET RIVER 9 NIGHTS FROM $3389*INCLUDES AIRFARE

Perth, capital of Western

Australia, is a cosmopolitan city

with a year-round mild climate.

From Perth, visit the wineries of

the Swan Valley and Margaret

River. Vacation includes: Standard accommodations,



internal airfare, sightseeing

including Kakadu and Katherine

touring and lunch cruise to Swan

Valley with a wine tasting, 3-day

Hertz rental car and transfers.

Offer 678742 �

This is just a sample of the vacations we offer. For more details,

go to our website (found on the back cover) and enter the Offer ID#

(located next to each vacation) and click search. Or give us a call!Ready to Go?

Monuments in Sandstone The Bungle Bungle range in the World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park, Western Australia is an awesome sight as it rises 985 feet out of the plain. Camp out under the stars, shift hard on a

four wheel drive across rugged terrain and hike through ancient gorges. Tours, including scenic flights, depart from Kununurra and Broome.

*Prices featured Travel2 vacations are per person based on double occupancy and economy class travel on select dates with Qantas Airways between 5/1 – 8/31/11. Other travel dates

are available, but prices vary based on travel date. Not combinable with any other special vacation offer or discount package. No refunds or changes are allowed and space is strictly

limited. Ticket must be issued within 72 hours of confirmation but no later than 2/28/11. Restrictions may apply. Applicable airline taxes are additional. All prices, itineraries and routings

are subject to change.


o Bush!Are you yerning to sample bush tucker like bloodwood

apples, bush bananas and witchetty grubs? Book a

bush tucker experience in the Northern Territory and eat

your fill. You’ll also watch boomerang

and spear throwing demonstrations,

learn about Aboriginal art, trek

through the desert, view all sorts of

birds, or even opt for Outback

hot air ballooning.

Creativity on DisplayThe National Gallery of Australia in Canberra takes you through the breadth of the country’s creativity. Drop in and see everything from early Indigenous Papunya dot paintings to contemporary politically charged works by urban artists in the twenty-first century. The museum’s 11 Indigenous art galleries showcase the world’s largest collection of Australian Indigenous art.

OPEN YOUR EYESThe Northern Territory is home to many different Aboriginal cultures, each bringing their own unique style of art. The art depicts social, cultural and natural history. Experience Aboriginal rock art up to 20,000 years old or see more modern works in galleries located in the Bowali Visitor Centre and the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre.

GOPEN YOUR EYES

Australia’s culture is as deep as its 21,000 year Aboriginal heritage, and as up-to-the-minute as Today’s Blend taken al fresco at a riverside café. The country’s multi-layered culture is embedded in the Aussie lifestyle and visitors may just as easily encounter it during an Outback walkabout as at a city museum.

Local Lifestyles...

Ramingining Artists, The Aboriginal Memorial 1987-88, National Gallery of Australia


THE BEACH LIFENowhere is Australia’s beach culture more evident than Queensland’s white-sand

expanses of the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. The Sunshine Coast blends

chic beach with mountain villages and the Australia Zoo; the Gold Coast gives

you all the sand you can stand as well as a Greg Norman golf course and World

Heritage listed rainforests.

CAN YOU DIG IT?Kalgoorlie, Western Australia is a Golden Outback of mines,

museums and historic pubs. Check out the Australian

Prospectors and Miners Hall of Fame, the fascinating ghost

town of Gwalia, and sculptor Antony Gormley’s life-size figures

contemplating the salt flats of Lake Ballard. Hot and dusty?

Take a dip in Western Australia’s largest indoor pool

on Johnson Street.

Tassie Road TripJoin the great Aussie tradition and journey by car along the coastal

roads of Tasmania. Embrace the freedom and take in endless

experiences along the way. Take your time exploring World Heritage

Wilderness and driving through the ever changing countryside that

moves quickly from farm land to coastal beauty and wild and rugged mountains. Along the way

visit local oyster farms, world heritage historic sites, and stop to buy fresh farm produce.

Pack a SmileNo, it’s not just you. People in Perth, Western Australia do smile more. You’ll find the Perth lifestyle is easy to catch. Stroll through the world’s largest inner city park, Kings Park, picnic along the Swan River, or stretch out on one of the city’s 19 white sand beaches.

Honoring the FallenThe Australian War Memorial in Canberra commemorates the commitment, camaraderie and sacrifice of Australians at war. But this is more than a memorial – there are also galleries and exhibitions chronicling Aussies at war. Highlights include viewing the Lancaster Bomber G for George and reliving a 1943 night raid over Berlin.


SURF’S UPLearn to hang five or ten. Conquer the balance act between wave and board in the ideal surfing conditions of famous Bondi Beach in Sydney where there’s a gentle break just off the beach. The local surf school can help you get started!

Immerse Yourself in Maritime History

Fremantle in

Western Australia

is a wondrously

preserved example

of a 19th century

port streetscape. Explore historic

buildings and the city’s maritime and

convict history; tip a pint at a local pub

or chow down on fish and chips. Then

trip back to the present at trendy High

Street’s art galleries and boutiques.

Local Lifestyles...

CULTURE MIXNicknamed the Islands of Smiles, the Tiwi Islands

lie 49 miles north of Darwin, Northern Territory,

and are only accessible via organized tour. Tiwi

Islanders remain connected to their traditional

lifestyle, which is a mix of Aboriginal and

Polynesian cultures. Art is an essential part of

their life, including bark painting, sculpture and

pandanus weaving.

Subversive DisneylandYou have to love a new museum being billed as a “subversive Disneyland” by its impresario, David Walsh. MONA, the recently opening Museum of Old and New Art at Moorilla

Estate in Tasmania, sports Australia’s largest private museum of art and antiquities. To enter, venture underground, where you find Egyptian mummies, thousands of Greek coins and the boldest contemporary art.

Bird’s Eye ViewThrill-seekers in Sydney

can test their nerves

on the Sydney Harbour

Bridge Climb, an

experience that takes

them to the bridge’s

summit, with climbs

available at dawn, day,

twilight and night.

CRIKEY! LET’S GO TO THE ZOO

The late Crocodile

Hunter, Steve

Irwin, had a dream

and it’s still going

strong. The 70-

acre Australia Zoo

in Queensland is

home to 1,000

animals. Get up close and cuddle a koala or

feed an elephant. You can also take a tour

of the world’s largest wildlife hospital, or

watch the amazing creatures in the Australia

Zoo Crocoseum.


Lock Down Down UnderAustralia’s convict past is part of its allure and Tasmania is rich with colonial heritage. In July 2010, UNESCO recognized five of the island’s convict sites on its World Heritage List, which includes the iconic Port Arthur. Discover the harsh life in which convicts labored in this beautiful yet sobering setting.

SWANNING AROUNDSpend an afternoon at picturesque Lake Burley Griffin in central

Canberra. Get active with rowing, sailing, kayaking, canoeing and

paddle-boating and explore Canberra’s major landmarks from

the water. Hire standard, tandem and family bikes on the lakes edge and don’t forget to stop and feed the swans!

CAIRNS AND

AYERS ROCK 6 NIGHTS FROM $2149*INCLUDES AIRFARE

See the spectacular colors of

the Red Center as the sun rises

over Ayers Rock. Take a stroll

around the rock, view Aboriginal

rock paintings, learn about the

nature and wildlife of the area

as well as Aboriginal culture at

the Kata Tjut–a Cultural Center. In

Cairns, see Australia’s wildlife from

kangaroos, wombats, possums

and crocodiles to having your

photo taken as you cuddle with

a koala. Vacation includes: Standard accommodations,

roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles

on Qantas Airways, internal airfare,

sightseeing including Ulur–u/Ayers

Rock and Cairns Tropical Zoo

and transfers.

Offer 678824 �

CANBERRA, SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE 6 NIGHTS FROM $2199*INCLUDES AIRFARE

Visit the Port Arthur Historical Site

including 30 historic buildings,

ruins and gardens and take part

in a Port Arthur ghost tour of

the Historic Site! In Melbourne,

take in the sights of Captain

Cooks Cottage, Queen Victoria

Market, Fitzroy Gardens, Albert

Park, Royal Botanic Gardens and

some of the cities architecture

including St. Paul’s Cathedral

and Princess & Regent Theatres.


accommodations, roundtrip airfare

from Los Angeles on Qantas

Airways, sightseeing including

small group tour of the Hunter

Valley, 5-day Hertz rental car

and transfers.

Offer 678695 �

HOBART, PORT ARTHUR AND MELBOURNE 7 NIGHTS FROM $2389*INCLUDES AIRFARE

From the capital city of Hobart,

discover Port Arthur, Australia’s

best-preserved former penal

colony, or Freycinet National

Park, with its beautiful bays and

rugged terrain, perfect for hiking.

The elegant capital of Victoria,

Melbourne, is home to a thriving

arts and cultural scene, glorious

colonial architecture, and superb

restaurants. Vacation includes: Standard accommodations,

roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles

on Qantas Airways, internal airfare,

sightseeing including admission

to Port Arthur Historical Site and

guided Melbourne tour, 4-day

Hertz rental car and transfers.

Offer 678723 �

AUSTRALIA ESCORTED TOUR10 NIGHTS FROM $4910**Make the best of your time in

Australia. Your professional tour

director will ensure you enjoy a

perfect mix of famous sites and

local favorites! Cruise Sydney

Harbor and tour the Opera House,

explore cosmopolitan Melbourne,

enjoy a Great Barrier Reef cruise,

ride the Kuranda Skyrail & Kuranda

Scenic Railway, see the Pamagirri

Aboriginal Dancers and visit

Ulur–u/Ayers Rock and Kata Tjut

–a

(Olgas). Vacation includes: Superior accommodations, tour

director, luxury motorcoach,

sightseeing and many meals.

Offer 689144 �

Sporting ChanceDo your stretches before visiting

the Australian Institute of Sport

in Canberra, a venue celebrating

Australia’s proud sporting culture.

While taking a 90-minute tour with

an elite athlete you’ll get a chance to

test your skills at cricket, rowing, rock

climbing and cycling in the interactive

Sportex exhibition.

Let it FlyStand outside Australia’s Parliament House and let your eyes travel up, up, up the 81-meter flagpole flying an Australian flag bigger than a double-decker bus. Enjoy the panoramic views of Canberra, the national capital from the roof and then take a leisurely stroll through the landscaped gardens featuring Australian contemporary artwork.




*Prices featured Travel2 vacations are per person based on double occupancy and economy class travel on select dates with Qantas Airways

between 5/1 – 8/31/11. Other travel dates are available, but prices vary based on travel date. Not combinable with any other special vacation offer

or discount package. No refunds or changes are allowed and space is strictly limited. Ticket must be issued within 72 hours of confirmation but no

later than 2/28/11. Restrictions may apply. Applicable airline taxes are additional. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change.

**Price is per person, based on double

occupancy and does not include airfare.

Select travel dates through 3/26/12.


Wake up with the BirdsYou’ve seen the safari camps in Africa. Now come to Bamurru Plains, Northern Territory, for the Down Under version. Bamurru Plains at Swim Creek Station offers a rustic chic experience with safari suites raised on a timber platform and excellent food & wine. Wake up to a morning chorus of tens of thousands of Magpie Geese.

Catch My DriftCatch a birds-eye view of Canberra’s charms as you glide high above in a hot air balloon.

You’ll drift over Lake Burley Griffin and gentle valleys before you see a surprising sight,

since Canberra is one of the only places in the world where you get the chance

to fly directly over a Parliament House.

During your Australian adventure, sample such delights as cool-climate wines, pan-fried wild trout and honey from the Ligurian bee. Overnight in five-star resorts or high-style, tented camps. Here you’ll find the accent is on the fresh and unfettered.

The Good Life

Down Under!


Uncorking Good Times The Margaret River Wine Region in Western Australia surprises with superlative

beaches. Margaret River was once a laidback surf town – now it’s replete with

60 world-class wineries, boutique breweries and restaurants overlooking

sweeping vineyards and surf breaks. Order a chilled white and enjoy a

regional specialty, the freshwater crayfish called marron.

Up in the AirThe Whitsundays

breathtaking white

coastline is draped

with 74 tropical islands

dotting the clear

waters of the Great

Barrier Reef in Queensland. Pencil in a day seeing the Whitsundays from the

air, via a scenic flight in a helicopter or seaplane, and put a cherry on top with a

touchdown on magnificent Whitehaven Beach.

Nature DeluxeEl Questro Wilderness Park in the Kimberley

region of Western Australia mixes luxury with

pristine wilderness. After a day of waterfall

hikes, horseback riding, flightseeing by

helicopter, or fishing for barramundi, work

out the kinks at a luxury lodge. Check your

dates: the park is open April through October.

STAR-COURSE DINNER

Slow down and catch up with yourself. If

you’re staying at Voyages Ayers Rock Resort,

Northern Territory,

reserve a table

at the Sounds of

Silence dinner.

During the

four-hour

experience you’ll

dine under the

canopy of the desert night, with a backdrop

of Uluru/Ayers Rock, as a star-talker takes

you on a trip through the night sky.

ALL FOR ONE

Hamilton Island – one of the Whitsunday Islands in Queensland – has

something for everyone. People come to sea-kayak, game fish, enjoy scenic

helicopter flights and have “Breakfast with the Koalas” at the Koala Gallery.

Luxe accommodations are to be had at Qualia; and championship golf is

de rigueur at the Hamilton Island Golf Club.


ULTRA LUXE SANCTUARYThe buzz is on about Saffire, a luxury coastal high-end hotel in Freycinet National Park, Tasmania.

There are only 20 suites, assuring you’ll be well looked after by the staff. You’ll also get a free spa

treatment with each booking. Splurge and go for one of the four huge Saffire Premium Suites.

Island IndulgenceOn the Great Barrier Reef you’ll find

two of Australia’s five-star resorts in

Queensland. Bedarra is designed to

blend in with the beauty of the natural

surroundings and accommodates a

maximum of 32 guests at any one time.

Lizard Island is located right on the

Great Barrier Reef, with 24 powder-

white beaches and 40 high-style suites.

Closer Than You ThinkIndulgence is only 30 minutes from Perth in Swan Valley, Western Australia’s oldest wine region. Laze away at one winery after another, punctuated by a leisurely

meal at one of the region’s many restaurants. If the calories go off the charts, take to one of the historic hiking trails and feel the burn.

Fresh, Fresher, FreshestTasmania puts paradise on a plate, with

fresh produce ranging from stone fruits

to cool-climate wines. Enjoy regional fare

and celebrate the delights that come

with the changing seasons. Locals dive

along coastal reefs for abalone, harvest

oysters from rocks, and catch wild trout

in a highland stream. Visitors peruse a

menu and reap the riches.

Drive in Good TasteThe Poacher’s Way, a self drive tour in Canberra and the surrounding regions was developed by a group of people inspired by life and the land. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle and passions of these creators and enjoy the diverse range of experiences including dining, cool climate wines, arts, crafts, bed and breakfasts, day spas and much more.

The Good Life

Down Under!


Tented Luxury with a Vast ViewTake a reading. You’ve arrived at eco-sensitive

and romantic Longitude 131° in the Northern

Territory. This upscale resort lies at the gateway

of the dual World Heritage

listed wilderness of Ulu¯ru-

Kata Tjut-a National Park.

Relax amid five-star tented

camp luxury and enjoy

private views of the sun

rising and setting over

Ulu¯ru/Ayers Rock.

FLAVOR MIXExperience Melbourne’s mix of

cultures and eclectic dining scene on

the vibrant Southbank Promenade

located just across the Yarra River.

Choose from casual cafes, alfresco

or fine dining in this eating and

entertainment precinct while enjoying

the best views of the city skyline.

DELUXE AYERS ROCK AND LIZARD ISLAND5 NIGHTS FROM $6499*INCLUDES AIRFARE

Enjoy stays at the unforgettable

Voyages Longitude 131° in the

Northern Territory and Lizard

Island Resort on the Great Barrier

Reef. Vacation includes: Luxury

accommodations including all

meals, roundtrip airfare from

Los Angeles on Qantas Airways,

internal airfare, select small

group Ayers Rock touring,

Ulur–u/Kata Tjut

–a National Park

permit and more.

Offer 678762 �Add three nights in Sydney at a five-star hotel with sightseeing and transfers.

ADDITIONAL PRICE

FROM $1049 PER PERSON

LUXURY AUSTRALIAN WILDERNESS8 NIGHTS FROM $4239*INCLUDES AIRFARE

Enjoy Tasmania, a wild and

diverse frontier and enjoy two

nights at the new luxury Saffire

Lodge in Freycinet National Park,

two nights at Strahan Village

and a night at Henry Jones Art

Hotel in Hobart. Followed by

three nights in Cairns at the

Shangri-La, your gateway to the

Great Barrier Reef and Daintree

Rainforest. Vacation includes: Deluxe accommodations,



sightseeing, 6-day Hertz rental

car, some meals and transfers.

Offer 678760 �




*Prices featured Travel2 vacations are per person based on double occupancy and economy

class travel on select dates with Qantas Airways between 5/1 – 8/31/11. Other travel dates

are available, but prices vary based on travel date. Not combinable with any other special

vacation offer or discount package. No refunds or changes are allowed and space is strictly

limited. Ticket must be issued within 72 hours of confirmation but no later than 2/28/11.

Restrictions may apply. Applicable airline taxes are additional. All prices, itineraries and

routings are subject to change.

**Save between $225 – $250 per person based on new bookings made by 2/28/11

with travel before 12/31/11. Prices are per person based on double occupancy,

do not include airfare and do not reflect the savings. Restrictions may apply.

ROYAL TASMAN11 NIGHTS FROM $4530**Tour Port Arthur Historic Site

and cruise to the Isle of the

Dead, visit Hobart’s famous

Salamanca Market, ride

the West Coast Wilderness

Railway, discover the World

Heritage landscapes of

Cradle Mountain and Lake

St Clair and sample cheese

at Ashgrove Cheese Factory!

Vacation includes: Superior

accommodations, tour director,

luxury motorcoach and

sightseeing.

Offer 689135 �Select travel dates through 3/31/12

BARRIER REEF ISLAND WANDERER 12 NIGHTS FROM $5070**The East Coast of Australia

is a remarkable combination

of coastal towns, remote

beaches, world heritage sites,

idyllic island retreats and

tropical rainforest. Enjoy 13

days of fully escorted touring

with your expert guide, premier

dining and unique “Freedom

of Choice” touring options.


accommodations, sightseeing

with tour director and driver/

guides, luxury motorcoach

many meals and transfer.

Offer 689136 �Select travel dates through 3/20/12

ASK ABOUT OUR EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS!**

Fly Free to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef or Western Australia!†

Our Best Deal to the Reef includes roundtrip airfare from

Los Angeles or San Francisco to Australia on Qantas Airways

and a free stop in Sydney. Ask for offer M5613.

Our best deal to Australia’s West Coast includes roundtrip airfare

from Los Angeles or San Francisco to Australia on Qantas Airways, free

Stop in Sydney and roundtrip flights to Western Australia – explore

Perth, Broome or both cities! Ask for offer M5614.

†Fly Free offers are limited to the first 200 bookings or until 2/28/11. Fly Free to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef applies

when at least 2 people travel together and purchase roundtrip international flights and minimum 5 nights hotel in Tropical

North Queensland. Fly Free to Western Australia applies when at least 2 people travel together and purchase roundtrip

international flights and minimum 6 nights hotel in Australia. Free travel and savings based upon comparison to prices

of tour components purchased separately. Restrictions apply. Applicable airline taxes are additional. Call for details.

SYDNEY AND

HUNTER VALLEY 5 NIGHTS

FROM $1079**Delight in cruising

the harbor to view

the Opera House

and Harbour Bridge

in Sydney. In the

Hunter Valley, taste

some of Australia’s

famous wines, go

hot air ballooning,

shop for antiques, or

indulge in a game of

golf or relaxing spa

treatment.

Offer 635913

Select travel dates

through 8/31/11

BROOME AND THE BUNGLE BUNGLES4 NIGHTS

FROM $1930**An Aussie Adventure

not to be missed.

This unique Kimberley

wilderness tour to one

of Australia’s most

remote regions will

inspire you.

Offer 689137

Select travel dates

5/9 – 10/3/11

MONKEY MIA6 NIGHTS

FROM $2895**This premier tour in

Western Australia

includes Shark Bay,

Dolphin Watching,

The Pinnacles,

Monkey Mia

and Perth.

Offer 689138

Select travel dates

8/30 – 10/25/11



(located next to each vacation) and click search. Or give us a call!Ready to Go?OUR EXCLUSIVE

PLUS, WHEN YOU RESERVE YOUR VACATION WITH US, ENJOY GREAT AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCES FROM ONLY $25!‡

�� Sunset CROCODILE EXPLORER Cruise, Cairns

�� FREMANTLE EXPLORER river cruise from Perth to Fremantle, Western Australia

�� Scenic river cruise from Launceston to CATARACT GORGE, Tasmania

�� YARRA RIVER gardens cruise, Melbourne

�� Enter the world of the awesome Saltwater Crocodile, at CROCOSAURUS COVE, Darwin

�� Discover some of the culinary delights and produce of South Australia in a guided tour of ADELAIDE CENTRAL MARKET

�� Cruise on SYDNEY HARBOUR, the ultimate sightseeing cruise

�� Explore SYDNEY WILDLIFE WORLD, the largest variety of Australian wildlife under one roof

�� Climb to the top of SYDNEY TOWER for spectacular views across the city

�� AND MORE!

‡Price is per person. Not combinable with any other special

offer. One $25 experience per person applies to bookings that

include international flights and minimum 7 nights hotel.

Valid for new reservations made by 2/28/11.

SOUTH WEST EXPLORER 9 NIGHTS

FROM $3835**See what Western

Australia has to offer!

Visit the quaint town

of Hyden, explore the

Stirling Ranges with a

wildflower expert, tour

the local attractions and

award-winning wineries

of beautiful Margaret

River and enjoy time

to discover historic

Fremantle.

Offer 689139

Select travel dates 3/31/12

DOWN UNDER EXPLORER15 NIGHTS

FROM $6510**Cruise Sydney Harbor,

tour Sydney Opera

House, cruise the Great

Barrier Reef and ride

the Kuranda Skyrail &

Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Don’t miss a visit

Ulur–u/Ayers Rock

and Kata Tjut–a (Olgas)!

Offer 689140

Select travel dates

through 3/26/12

CRUISE THE OUTBACK12 NIGHTS

FROM $8499**Discover the heartland of

Australia’s northernmost

unspoilt outback -

The Kimberley. Journey

into Australia’s outback

filled with adventure

and the most beautiful

wilderness, whilst small

ship cruising in style

from Darwin

to Broome

Offer 689142

Select travel dates

through 5/31/11

**Price is per person, based on double occupancy and does not include airfare. Valid for new reservations made by 2/28/11 for select travel dates only.

Restrictions may apply. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change.

CAIRNS AND SYDNEY OR MELBOURNE6 NIGHTS FROM $1799*INCLUDES AIRFARE

If you’re ready to get away, but can’t imagine being away for more than a week, this is a

perfect vacation. The serenity of the Great Barrier Reef will refresh you as you snorkel and

swim among the fish. Combine this with the friendly vibe, of either Sydney or Melbourne.

Offer M5598

*Prices for featured Travel2 vacations are per person based on double occupancy and economy-class travel with Qantas

Airways between 5/1 – 6/8/11. Other travel dates available, but prices vary based on travel date. Not combinable with any

other special vacation offer or discount package. No refunds or changes are allowed and space is strictly limited. Ticket

must be issued within 72 hours of confirmation but no later than 2/28/11. Restrictions may apply. Applicable airline taxes

are additional. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change.

CALL TODAY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL AUSTRALIA OFFERS, INCLUDING DISCOUNTS ON AIRFARE AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCES, THAT ARE ONLY AVAILABLE FOR RESERVATIONS MADE BY FEBRUARY 28, 2011!


Entry deadline is March 31, 2011. The winner will be selected April 4, 2011. Prize is based on two people

sharing the same accommodations and is valid for select travel dates only. Travel must be completed by

December 6, 2011. Roundtrip airfare from the United States is based on economy class. Gratuities, meals and

items of a personal nature are additional. No purchase necessary. One entry per person. Adults 18 and over only.

Prize is sponsored in partnership with Tourism Australia, Travel2 and QANTAS Airways. Restrictions apply.

Please visit our website for complete terms and conditions.

GIVE US A CALL FOR YOUR CHANCE TOWIN AN 8-NIGHT, AIR-INCLUSIVEAUSTRALIAN ADVENTURE!This incredible Australian Adventure includes: Roundtrip economy class air for two

on Qantas Airways from Los Angeles or San Francisco to Sydney, Australia; one

way domestic Australia flight Sydney to Cairns; Three nights 5-star accommodation

in Sydney; Afternoon Sydney Harbour cruise; Two nights 5-star accommodation in

Canberra; Two-day Hertz car rental; Three nights 5-star accommodation in Cairns;

Full day Great Barrier Reef Experience; Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers.

OUR AUSSIE PARTNERSn the travel business for more than 28

years, Travel2 is a market leader for tailor

made holidays to Australia. Specialists in

independent and tailor-made travel worldwide.

Tourism Australia is the Australian Government

agency responsible for the international and

domestic marketing of Australia as a destination

for leisure and business travel.

TERMS AND CONDITIONSInformation and pricing in this brochure are subject to change without notice. All prices are per person, double occupancy and may include early booking discounts. Prices will vary based on day of travel, season, duration,

are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until paid in full. Airfares are not included except where noted. Air, immigration and/or other fees and taxes are not included. Airline imposed baggage charges may apply.

Refer to each individual tour operator’s published brochure for details on inclusions, as well as terms and conditions. All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein. Should an error

occur, we reserve the right to correct it.

AS OF JANUARY 2011

Maps in this brochure are for general information and may not accurately portray scale or location placement.

As AUSSIE EXPERTS, we have plenty more in store for you.

CONTACT US TODAY TO FIND OUT WHY THERE’S NOTHING LIKE AUSTRALIA! (See the back cover for our contact information).

Travel suppliers such as cruise lines, air carriers, ground transportation and others may add a fuel supplement for which the customer is responsible for payment.

Qantas Airways offers the largest

domestic Australia network.

You will always travel in style

with Qantas; choose from four

cabins of service: First, Business, Economy and the “World’s

Best Premium Economy” as voted in the Skytrax 2010 survey.

You’ll enjoy personal screens in every seat with more than 400

entertainment options on-demand.

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