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SHORT BREAKS AUSTRALIA for Bookings Please Call 1800 810 910 SHORT BREAKS AUSTRALIA For bookings please call 1800 810 910 We are experts in our field and passionate travel centre, through our national call about travel and your next holiday centre or via email – ensuring we’re with experience. We work closely with you every step of the way with advice, tourism operators to identify, develop guidance and a helping hand. and promote fresh and unique travel experiences which will bring you back So whether you are travelling again and again. domestically or internationally, for business or pleasure, on your own Our experienced consultants are available or with a group, we can assist you. in person at the Short Breaks Australia shortbreaks@holidaysofaustralia.com.au 1800 810 910 or contact your local travel agent shortbreaksaustralia.com.au Jetty at Sunset, South Australia Contents General information 4 Victoria 160 School & public holiday dates 5 Western Australia 170 South Australia 6 The Ghan 178 New South Wales & ACT 124 The Ghan Expedition 180 Northern Territory 136 Indian Pacific 184 Queensland 148 The Overland 190 156 192 Tasmania Index Front cover image credit: Michael Waterhouse Photography General information & booking conditions Prices & package details Seasons Prices valid from 1 April 2018 until 31 March 2019 Unless individually specified, high season is valid The holiday packages in this book have been during public and school holidays and low season compiled by individual operators. While every effort is valid during all other times. has been made to ensure that the contents were Houseboat seasons: accurate at the time of printing, details may have changed since the book was published. All prices are Normal 1 April–31 May 2018 subject to availability and surcharges may apply on 1 September–12 December 2018 certain days, during special events or peak periods. All prices are in Australian dollars and are inclusive 1 February–31 March 2019 of GST unless specified otherwise. Winter 1 June–31 August 2018 Bookings Peak 13 December 2018–31 January 2019 To make a booking for any of the packages in this book or website contact our team at Short Disabled Facilities Breaks Australia. Properties displaying the symbol for disabled Call 1800 810 910 during normal office hours; facilities may not have been audited. Always check Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm or email when enquiring or booking to ensure suitability for shortbreaks@holidaysofaustralia.com.au your needs. 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Pet Friendly Gift cards can also be purchased via our website www.shortbreaksaustralia.com.au Disabled Facilities Image credit: Peter Rowe Public & School Holidays School Holidays 2018 2019 2018 2019 Australian Capital Territory Victoria 14—29 Apr 13—28 Apr 30 Mar—15 Apr 6—22 Apr 7—22 Jul 6—21 Jul 30 Jun—15 Jul 29 Jun—14 Jul 29 Sep—14 Oct 28 Sep—13 Oct 22 Sep—7 Oct 21 Sep—6 Oct 22 Dec—3 Feb 19 Dec—2 Feb 22 Dec—29 Jan 21 Dec—28 Jan New South Wales Western Australia 14—30 Apr 13—29 Apr 14—29 Apr 13—28 Apr 7—23 July 6—22 July 30 Jun—15 Jul 6—21 Jul 29 Sep—14 Oct 28 Sep—13 Oct 22 Sep—7 Oct 28 Sep—13 Oct 20 Dec—29 Jan (East), 19 Dec—28 Jan (East), 14 Dec—3 Feb 20 Dec—2 Feb 5 Feb (West) 4 Feb (West) Northern Territory 14—22 Apr 13—22 Apr 30 Jun—23 July 29 Jun—22 Jul 29 Sep—14 Oct 28 Sep—13 Oct 14 Dec—28 Jan 13 Dec—28 Jan Public Holidays Queensland 2018 2019 30 Mar—16 Apr 6—22 Apr New Year's Day 1 Jan 1 Jan 30 Jun—15 Jul 29 Jun—14 Jul Australia Day 26 Jan 26 Jan 22 Sep—7 Oct 21 Sep—7 Oct Australia Day Holiday 28 Jan 15 Dec—28 Jan 14 Dec—27 Jan Good Friday 30 Mar 19 Apr South Australia Easter Monday 2 Apr 22 Apr 14—29 Apr 13—28 Apr Anzac Day 25 Apr 25 Apr 7—22 Jul 6—21 Jul Queen's Birthday 11 Jun 10 Jun 29 Sep—14 Oct 28 Sep—13 Oct (excluding WA & QLD) 15 Dec—28 Jan 14 Dec—27 Jan Labour Day 1 Oct 7 Oct Tasmania Christmas Day 25 Dec 25 Dec 13—29 Apr 13—28 Apr Boxing Day 26 Dec 26 Dec 7—22 Jul 6—21 Jul 29 Sep—14 Oct 28 Sep—13 Oct All other public holidays, including the Queen's Birthday and Labour Day, are individually declared 21 Dec—5 Feb 20 Dec—4 Feb by the state and territory governments. 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Image Credit: Tourism SA SOUTH AUSTRALIA A state of contrasts With parched desert landscapes in the north, and exotic food trucks. These experiences rolling pastures and vineyards in the south, the extend well beyond the city; one of the great stunning Murray River and seemingly endless pleasures of exploring the state is discovering stretches of stunning coastline, this State is yet another fine eatery in one of the many small one of contrasting, but unforgettable scenery villages or tucked away on a quiet country road. and experiences; many of which can be found Adelaide continues to re-invent itself with a nowhere else in the world. number of recent projects, meaning the city has Australia’s food and wine capital, the state more to offer than ever. With accommodation continues to offer some of the world’s best and touring options to suit every budget and wine, finest produce and a great variety of taste, there’s no time like the present to get restaurants, local cafes and even innovative to know the city and state better. Adelaide Oval. Image Credit: Pixels with Altitude – Andrew Bartlett. ADELAIDE Adelaide, South Australia's capital, is a city of transformation One of the best places in Australia to experience the country’s exquisite food and wine, Adelaide offers world class restaurants and bars, the fantastic Central Market and National Wine Centre. And let’s not forget easy access to iconic wine and produce regions. However, the city has much more to offer than just indulging your taste buds. A visit isn’t complete without enjoying the heritage listed buildings and museums on North Terrace or a stroll along the Torrens. The newly renovated Adelaide Oval not only offers a fantastic sports venue, but the Roof Climb offers an entirely new perspective on the city (or a match). Retail therapy is in abundance at Rundle Mall and the Rundle Street area, whereas for those looking for a more sedate visit could wander the Botanic Gardens or enjoy the landscaped gardens and wildlife at Adelaide Zoo. OUR TOP TIPS Hand-feed a giraffe at Monarto Zoo Sample the chocolate fountain at Providore in the Central Market Watch the dolphins from an ocean view room in Glenelg Discover your new favourite dish while exploring China Town Catch the best sunset view in the city, from the top of Adelaide Oval Adelaide Oval RoofClimb SOUTH AUSTRALIA - ADELAIDE North Adelaide North Adelaide ROOFCLIMB ADELAIDE OVAL ADELAIDE OVAL STADIUM TOURS An unforgettable experience awaits with this Imagine running onto Adelaide Oval to the exhilarating adventure across Adelaide Oval’s roar of a 50,000-strong crowd, climbing the iconic roofline.
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