Looking for a family escape from the rigours of the big city? Batemans Bay offers pure waters and beaches that are popular for children, surfers looking for a challenge and adults. Although the largest bay south of Nowra, Batemans Bay retains its small town charms.

Surrounded by stunning beaches and several national parks, you can choose from an array of restaurants, shopping areas, clubs and a great golf course during your getaway. Accommodations abound. You can stay anywhere, from the national parks to resorts there’s something that fits everyone’s needs in Batemans Bay, or just “the Bay” as the locals call it.

Adding to the attraction of “the Bay” are numerous beaches stretching along the coast such as Long Island, Batehaven, Surf Beach and Malua Bay.

Following the Clyde River to the forested mountain highlands there is a catchment offering east coast Australia’s purest water. Along the broad estuary, Batemans Bay serves as the launching point for houseboating adventures across 38 navigable kilometres. The area is flush with nearby beaches, great waves for surfing, clear waters for snorkeling, all promising for boat trips and fishing possibilities. The area is legendary for its oysters and novices have quickly become connoisseurs.

Head inland for forest and coastal walks, including the historic Corn Trail, and inside the Murramarang National Park, Shallow Crossing and South Durras. Migratory whales greet Batemans Bay every spring on their way to the southern oceans.

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A beautiful lake, attractive towns and villages, a laid-back lifestyle, and plenty of things to see and do makes the Lake Macquarie area a popular destination with both Australians and international visitors. Situated only a short drive north of Sydney, Australia’s largest coastal salt water lake is the perfect place to escape urban life and relax in this scenic destination.

Lake Macquarie’s Laid Back Lifestyle
The laid back lifestyle and relaxing atmosphere are just two reasons why the Lake Macquarie area is so popular. People come here to escape the stresses of everyday life. Here you can simply sit back and relax on one of the lakeside beaches or make the most of the many things to see and do in the Lake Macquarie area; the choice is yours!

Lake Macquarie Tourist Attractions
Lake Macquarie is a haven for yachting and sailing but this is just one of the things you can enjoy when visiting! Such a large lake offers an abundance of water sports from fishing, to water skiing, to swimming and surfing, you can do it all on Lake Macquarie!

When not on the water you can admire the views of the lake from the villages and parks. Walking and hiking in places like the Watagan Mountain National Park and State Forest Area, the Wangi Point State Recreation Area, and the Green Point Nature Reserve will afford some spectacular views and the chance to see the area’s flora and fauna up close.

Stroll through the streets of Lake Macquarie’s towns and villages and soak in the relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy a drink or a meal in one of the many lake-view restaurants and cafés that grace its shores or enjoy an abundance of shopping. Charleston is considered the retail capital of Lake Macquarie, but each village has its own appeal – Morisset for example has the huge Morisset Mega Markets every weekend.

Where to Stay at Lake Macquarie
The City of Lake Macquarie is just one of the places where you can stay when visiting Lake Macquarie, or choose one of the many smaller towns or villages that surround the lake, like Toronto, Belmont, Charleston or Warners Bay. Accommodation at Lake Macquarie is plentiful, whether you prefer a larger hotel or the more personal touch of a B&B, you’ll find it here.

Green Island Tours Tasmania

Tasmania is a fabled land of vast and untamed natural landscapes, sparsely populated by one of the most kind and welcoming people on the planet.

If you want intensely experience this natural paradise, but still want to come around, the best way to do this is definitely by bicycle. The island is crisscrossed by a web of well-built and charming country roads which look like they were made for this!

Tasmania is not as small as you may think. It would need many weeks to discover the entire island by bike without any support. But you can count on the help and support of a reliable touring company such as Green Island Tours Tasmania, the leader in bike tours on the island. This innovative and engaging tour organizer has really broken the mold. Their guests have the opportunity to undertake cycling tours of different levels of intensity /distances and different levels of comfort.

Green Island Tours provides assistance at each and every point along the way, from planning to execution. They own an unique custom made enclosed trailer which enables fast and easy loading / unloading of bikes. That’s right: You only cycle where and when you want, its no trouble to interrupted your cycling, get on the support vehicle even for a short period and continue cycling later.

Green Island Tours has also introduced self guided tours, creating a completely new idea catering for individual cyclists needs, allowing them to select every detail of their bike trip. That’s like a self planned tour with all your ideas but without the worries and work. Often copied, GIT is the inventor of this kind of tours and still ahead of its competition.

With Green Island Tours,expect to get the best service and great value for your hard earned $. So get in touch and let them know just what it is you’re looking for. Then, rest in absolute tranquility knowing that dedicated professionals are hard at work organizing absolutely every detail of your bicycle tour—and just make sure you show up for the start!

Contact Details:
GREEN ISLAND TOURS TASMANIA
3 Simeon Place, St. Helens
Tasmania 7216
Tel: +61 (3) 6376 3080
Tel / Fax 03 – 6376 3080
web: www.cycling-tasmania.com

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Goin’ Off Safaris

Some people are satisfied with checking out the museums, seeing the sights or relaxing by the pool… and there’s nothing wrong with that kind of holiday. Others, however, look to their holiday for a challenging bit of extreme adventure. Goin’ Off Safari offers tours to the second group of people. With exciting tour, this company can take you wherever you need to go to raise the hair on the back of your neck.

One of their most popular tours is the Extreme Ocean Adventure, a four day long exploration of everything under the sea.

On day one, you’ll be immersed right in the action, diving in a cage with one of the most fearful organisms on the planet: the Great White Shark. The 45 foot Calypso Star takes you out to the Neptune Islands, and dumps you into the ocean for an awe-inspiring experience. Don’t worry, though: you’re surrounded by about a ton of steel, allowing you to get just close enough to the sharks, but still stay completely protected.

Day two takes newly minted shark divers to tamer waters in Boston Bay, and a swim with an enormous school of Blue Fin Tuna, along with a tour of Coffin Bay Peninsula aboard the luxurious Coffin Bay Explorer.

Day three is an active outing complete with walking, fishing, bodysurfing and sandboarding. The best is saved for last, and on day four, you’ll swim with the Baird Bay Sea Lions, some of the most majestic animals on Earth. These furry creatures love human interaction, and you’ll be amazed by how friendly they are. In total, it would be nearly impossible to find this kind of wildlife experience anywhere else in the world, especially packed into four exciting days.

For a three day excursion, try the Sealover’s Dream package. You’ll see much of the same wildlife (though keep in mind that diving with sharks isn’t on the menu). Day one heads to Boston Bay for the Blue Fin Tuna swim, while day two is off to a tour of the Southern Ocean, complete with gorgeous beaches and tons of native animals. Your last day is spent aboard the Coffin Bay Explorer, taking in all that this beautiful peninsula has to offer.

Goin’ Off Safaris are a great way to spend your summer holiday. With the water warm and creates abounding, there’s never been a better time to get wet. They can customise your holiday/vacation to suit your group & offer many different & exciting activities to do eg, treks along the Great Australian Bight, kayaking, quad bike riding, boat fishing, bush walking or just relax! And don’t forget to find you perfect Port Lincoln Accommodation on Book it Now.

Great Ocean Road Tours with ACMTours

As scenic drives go, you would be hard-pressed to find something more impressive than the Great Ocean Road. This gorgeous stretch of highway runs for nearly 250 kilometers, connecting the towns of Torquay and Allansford. Originally constructed during the Second World War as a means of transportation for Australian soldiers, today the Great Ocean Road is much more likely to see tourists enjoying the wide vistas of ocean-swept beaches.

Driving the road yourself requires intense concentration, with sharp curves bringing speeds down to well below the posted speed limit of 100 kilometers per hour. Rather than spending all day negotiating this tough terrain, spend your holiday taking in the views in one of ACMTour’s luxury vehicles.
If you’re paying attention to the driving rather than the scenery, you could easily miss spotting the bountiful wildlife that roams along the road. With a keen eye, you can catch glimpses of kangaroos, koalas, and all types of native birds.

ACMTours offers both one and two day tours to suit your timeframe. Groups are limited to less than seven passengers to ensure attention to detail, and each outing comes complete with a scrumptious two-course lunch, often including traditional fare such as kangaroo. Many of the ingredients are locally grown and organic, establishing a real connection with the land you can cherish.

If you have the time, a two day tour is highly recommended. This expedition comes complete with sunset views of the Twelve Apostles, the famous (and stunning) collection of limestone stacks that jut majestically out of the ocean. Your two days of driving are broken up luxuriously with an overnight stay at the Guest House, a quaint inn that overlooks Great Otway National Park. In the morning, awake to a breakfast of fresh eggs, brought right to the table from the hens out back.

There’s no better way to explore the Great Ocean Road than with ACMTours. Leave the driving to professionals, and enjoy every kilometer of the pristine surroundings. While you are in the area, Book it Now has a comprehensive list of Great Ocean Road Accommodation to stay in.

Contact Information:
Australian Coastal Mountain Tours Pty Ltd
Holiday Inverloch Pty Ltd
Ph:1300 851 847
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eVqNZm0jEI
http://www.acmtours.com.au

Cairns Catcha Crab Tours

Most people know that Cairns is famous for the fantastic scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, but that’s not the only thing this part of Queensland offers. One of the best ways to explore the area is with Catcha -Crab, based locally out of the Marlin Jetty. This is truly one of the most unique experiences you can find, starting from the moment the free bus picks you up at your accomodation. During the winter, there is a solid chance you’ll see a crocodile sunning itself on the mud flats on low tide!

Chances are you’ve fished before, and great catches are certianly available on one of these outings, (there are up to 32 varieties if fish in the Inlet), but the real prizes are fresh Mud Crabs plucked right out of the mangroves. These crustaceans are approximately one kilo each. Head out AM or PM and the experienced crew will cook up the days catches alongside fresh salad and fruit platters right there on the boat.

Catcha-Crab runs tours all year-round, with the exception of Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Years Day. The purpose built, spacious boat used can accomodate up to 30 passengers, and both English and Japanese are spoken.Everything is included in one low price, including pick-up in City area, tea, coffee, lunch or dinner and all tackle and bait.If your fish is of legal size the crew will scale and gut it for you to take with you if you wish.

What really sets Catcha-Crab apart from the competition is the service offered by Skipper Tony Hodgetts and his crew.They’ve been at this for almost 20 years, and know the local waterways down to the hilt. For those concerned with seasickness, take heart: in all the years these tours have been going out, there hasn’t been a single sick passenger.

For a totally unique experience unlike anything you’ve seen before, try Catcha-Crab. This Cairns attraction is one you surley won’t forget soon.

For all your accommodation requirements in the area, Book it Now has a great range of Cairns Accommodation.

Cairns Catcha Crab Tours

Contact Details:
Cairns Catcha Crab
Tony Hodgetts
Ph: (07) 4051 7992
Fax: (07) 4051 7050
e-mail info@catcha-crab.com

Chill Cook Create Retreat

Are you looking for activities to inspire your life, want to enjoy special time with friends and family or do you want to inspire your staff? Restore your wellbeing and relieve the stress in your life by taking part in Australia’s newest and most tantalizing retreat.

As the name implies, this is a retreat unlike all the other run of the mill retreats. The focus at Chill Cook Create is placed on stimulating guests’ creative and expressive sides with a mid week escape or a short holiday while staying at an all inclusive 5 star resort with mouth watering gourmet food and complete facilities.

Chill Cook Create Retreats offers a number of packages which include different engaging classes, hands on art or cooking classes, yoga, tia chi or martial arts and comforting massage. Each activity is lead by an experienced and reputable professional in their field ensuring that each participant, no matter their level of experience, take away new skills or ideas, a memorable experience presented in a passionate and exhilarating environment.

At Chill Cook Create Retreats your every need is catered for: it is situated on a pristine slice of coastline roughly an hour’s drive north of Sydney and has a scenic view that will melt guests upon arrival. The grounds are ample and guests can meander throughout them at will, taking in the magnificent flora, as well as enjoy the various facilities including several pools, a tennis court, poolside café, BBQ area, and much more!

Chill Cook Create has been established to meet people’s needs! You can organize a retreat that matches your time availability and also your personal dietary needs. There are several different tailor made packages targeting particular groups or people, so you will be sure to find one that motivates you. If you would like to you create your own creative retreat package for a group of family or friends contact Chill Cook Create Retreats and we will create a creative, exciting and rejuvenating retreat especially for you. Custom packages can be created for Corporate Groups including team building, seminars and team activities.

Reignite the mind, body and senses! The experiences are unforgettable, and the surroundings are nothing short of heavenly—select one of the Chill Cook Create Retreat packages and make your next retreat an experience to remember!

Soul Surfing in Port Macquarie

Everybody knows that Australia is synonymous with surfing—that’s just common sense. In keeping with that notion, a couple of active locals in Port Macquarie (situated in the mid section of the New South Wales coastline, halfway between Sydney and Brisbane) have set up one of the most effective and entertaining surf school establishments out there. Designed to help aspiring surfers that lack experience get the most out of their Australian beach holiday/visit, Soul Surfing is without a doubt the best resource for surf beginners that find themselves in or near the area.

Surfing is a mysterious, soul-enriching sport that people have to try out to fully understand. There is something almost mystical about the experiences on the water, riding the waves, feeling their raw natural force which has traveled thousands of miles just to create that one particular wave. The very experience of being on and next to the ocean is holistic in its own right, with modern science finally beginning to corroborate the rewarding physical and psychological benefits of spending time by the sea.

The Mid North Coast in NSW is surely among the most tempting coastal strips in Australia (and dare say the world)—the summer days usually range between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius and the water temperature itself hovers near 20 degrees Celsius. In these idyllic conditions, just about everybody is inclined to try out a stint on the surf board, but not everybody has the equipment and many that do lack the knowledge of how to get up and at it. That’s where Soul Surfing enters the picture: they provide the equipment and the training know-how to get nervous newbies out into the water and on top of the waves.

All the conditions for a productive and successful surf lesson are provided by Soul Surfing, meaning that you have every assurance that your small investment will be more than compensated. Thanks to their policy of maintaining small group lessons where individuals are sure to get a lot of personal attention and advice and are guaranteed to catch a lot more waves than in large groups, there need be no fear of ending the class without having learnt much or advanced significantly. Few if any surf schools can offer these conditions, so be sure to take advantage of their unique service offer.

Oh, and when you’re done, enjoy a calming and rejuvenating Yoga class with their highly experienced and qualified Yoga instructor. Priceless!

Oh, if that’s not enough then consider 5 days of this plus Yoga classes with their highly experienced and qualified Yoga instructor, resort style accommodation, great local restaurant meals and a massage. Priceless!

For all your accommodation requirements in the area, Book it Now has a great range of Port Macquarie accommodation.