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New Zealand 2010 | 2011 Australia

Ah – the Land Downunder! It is a land of extreme diversity marine life and huge very unusual desert rock formations both in wildlife and in scenery. From the stunning Great that rival those found in the “Red Centre” or that Victoria Barrier Reef, to Sydney Harbour with all its iconic symbols has beaches just as large, white and beautiful as the Gold to the huge red monolith known as Ayers Rock or to give it Coast? its Aboriginal name “Uluru”. We have redesigned our brochure this year to highlight What most people don’t realize is that Australia is as big each state focusing on the most popular regions within as the continental United States. Most visitors to Australia those states and priced in some of the “must see” concentrate on the major cities of Sydney, Brisbane and the experiences in those regions. Why? Because we felt it Gold Coast and Cairns and Tropical North Queensland. would be more helpful to those planning a trip to provide a A lot of this choice is probably driven by advertising but part selection of travel IDEAS rather than a catalogue of hotel of it has to be a matter of time. Even with a planned 3 week and day tour pricing. We used our expertise to create vacation to Australia, it is almost impossible to experience packages that we would recommend to our own families. anything but the major highlights of the East Coast. If you don’t see exactly what you are looking for – no Each of the states has something to offer that is unique worries mate – just ask one of our specialists – they will and different from one another. Did you know that Western be more than happy to customize your dream trip to Australia also has stunning offshore reefs teeming with Downunder.

New Zealand

New Zealand often seems to come in a poor second or as New Zealand is a country rich in history and culture; a land an afterthought when planning a trip to the South Pacific. of rolling green hills, stunning lakes loomed over by stark Some people think “oh, it’s just like Canada” so I don’t need mountains, fields of grape vines as far as the eye can see, to visit. These thoughts, though understandable, mean that fjords and glaciers and incredible indigenous wildlife. you will miss out on some really great experiences if you bypass New Zealand or allocate too little time to explore its The north of New Zealand is subtropical and the south many wonders. temperate. The warmest months are December, January and February, and the coldest June, July and The country lends itself well to self-drive vacations – it is August. In summer, the average maximum temperature very small compared to most of the provinces in Canada so ranges between 20-30ºC and in winter between 10-15ºC. the distance between one major city to another is short. It has a great infrastructure to support the self-drive North Island is a tapestry of thriving cities and rich natural market – good roads, lots of motels, hotels, bed and scenery from the Bay of Islands to the beaches and breakfasts or motorhome parks. For those who do not rainforest of the Coromandel Peninsula, the pasturelands want to drive on the other side of the road there are a large of Waikato and the thermal springs of Rotorua. Enjoy the number of motor coach companies offering both escorted National Parks of Tongariro and Egmont and their and independent tours.You can travel the country by bus, spectacular landscapes, including the caves of Waitomo, by rail or by motorhome if you wish. Lake Taupo and the snow-capped Mount Taranaki. On its southern tip lies New Zealand’s beautiful capital Wellington.

Table of Contents • New Zealand & Australia Cruise Tour 4-5 AUSTRALIA TASMANIA • Royal Escorted Tour 6-7 PACKAGES • Hotels and packages 40-41 • Barrier Reef Island Wanderer 8 • Australian Rail Tours 9-10 • New South Sales & Sydney 12 • Sydney Packages 13 NEW ZEALAND • Northern Coast 14 • Motorhomes 42 AUSTRALIA • Southern Coast 15 • Independent Coach Touring 43 HOTELS • New South Wales · Lord Howe Island 16 • Great New Zealand Experience 44-45 • Southern Coast 11 • Queensland The Sunshine State 18 • New Zealand Highlighter 46-47 • Brisbane 17 • Airlie Beach and The Whitsundays 19 • Cairns, Port Douglas, Trinity Beach, Kewarra HOTELS and PACKAGES • Tropical North Queensland 21 • North Island: Beach, Palm Cove, Port Douglas 20 • Palm Cove, Port Douglas and the Daintree 22 • Melbourne 25 Hotels Auckland · Bay of Island · Coromandel 48 • Great Barrier Reef 23-24 • Auckland · City Sails 49 • Adelaide and South Australia 28 • Victoria and Melbourne 26 • Darwin 32 • Bay of Islands 50 • Yarra Valley and Great Ocean Road 27 • Wellington 51 • Alice Springs and Ayers Rock 34 • Adelaide 29 • Western Australia · Perth hotels 37 • A Taste of Wellington 52 • Kangaroo Island · Fleurieu and Eyre Peninsulas 30 • South Island 53 • Coober Pedy 31 • Christchurch and Canterbury 54 • Northern Territory 32 • Queenstown 55-56 • Darwin 33 • Queenstown, Fiji Stopovers 57 • Alice Springs, Ayers Rock 35-36 • Perth 38-39 TERMS & CONDITIONS 58-59 Darwin

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Queensland Alice Springs Kings Canyon Western Australia Ayers Rock Coober Pedy Brisbane South Australia New South Wales

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Boomerang’s success and reputation can be attributed to a huge team effort between our management, our dedicated and well experienced land specialists and, of course, our suppliers. Not to be forgotten are our inbound operators who are an extension of 2010 Boomerang in each destination as they assist and support our clients if the need should Islands arise. Boomerang Tours is proud to work with and support the following companies: Collection

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28 days including a 14-Night Cruise - Departure January 25th, 2011

highlights 02 February • Milford Sound • Sydney sights and surrounding beaches Kia Ora! Welcome to the Land of the Great White Cloud • Famous Sydney Opera House visit – New Zealand. Your first stop is Milford Sound, star of • Magnificent Blue Mountains and Australian Wildlife Fiordlands National Park. New vistas mesmerize at each full day tour – including lunch turn - towering Mitre Peak, plunging waterfalls, bottlenose • Cruise to Great Barrier Reef and dusky dolphins, fur seals, Fiordland crested penguins. • Full day Kuranda and Tjapukai for an aboriginal (B/L/D) experience • Explore Red Centre and mighty Uluru (Ayers Rock) 03 February • Oban (Halfmoon Bay) • Sounds of Silence “Dine under the stars” in the Red Oban is the main settlement on Stewart Island, New Centre Zealand’s southernmost inhabited island. Arriving by sea, • Melbourne sights and surrounding vineyards Oban presents a vista of picturesque bays and coves with • Colonial Tramcar Dinner experience through Melbourne’s houses nestled in lush vegetation. A haven for bird-life, the vibrant streets island is home to Kaka, parakeets, tui, and New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi. (B/L/D) 25-26 January • Depart Canada Sit back and relax after boarding your flight and get ready 04 February • Dunedin for a trip of a lifetime! As you cross the international date- Majestic Victorian and Edwardian architecture, close line you will lose a day, arriving into Australia 2 days later. proximity to an abundance of wildlife and a lively youth culture make up the essence of Dunedin, your next port of 27 January • Arrive Sydney call. (B/L/D) G’Day and Welcome to Australia! Upon arrival in Sydney you will be met by a local guide who will provide an over- 05 February • Christchurch view of Sydney as you are transferred to your hotel. The This morning you awake in Christchurch, known as the rest of the day is at your leisure to rest and explore the city. “Garden City”. Although it has a reputation as being a Amora Jamison Hotel (3 nights) conservative British city, if you look around you will see a vibrant city full of the spirit of arts and culture, a spirit of 28 January • Sydney adventure that is 100% kiwi. (B/L/D) This morning enjoy a private half day sightseeing tour of the city followed by a visit to the famous Opera House. The 06 February • Wellington remainder of the afternoon is at your own leisure. This Sandwiched between steep hills on one side and the ocean evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at the Summit Restaurant on the other, Wellington is not only the capital of New providing not only great food but a 360 degree view of the Zealand but also one of its most picturesque cities. The stunning city of Sydney. (B/D) city has some excellent cafes, bars, restaurants and of course the well known and excellent Te Papa Museum. 29 January • Sydney (B/L/D) After breakfast this morning, enjoy a private tour to the magnificent Blue Mountains with a stop at Featherdale 07 February • Napier Wildlife Park for a look at some of the animals and birds This morning you will delight in the views of Napier, a native to Australia. Enjoy lunch at Mountain Heritage port city in the lovely Hawkes Bay region of New Zealand ­ Restaurant with its beautiful views of the mountains. (B/L) – famous for it’s award winning wines. After a major earthquake and fire in the early 30’s destroyed most of the 30 January • Join ms Volendam city – Napier was rebuilt in the flamboyant art deco style After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to the Sydney Overseas prevalent at the time, making a walking tour of Napier a Passenger Terminal to check-in for your 14 night Holland great way to experience the architecture. (B/L/D) America cruise aboard the ms Volendam (B/D) 08 February • February Tauranga 31 January-01 February • ms Volendam Wake up in lovely Tauranga which lies at the heart of the At sea. (B/L/D) Bay of Plenty region about 2 1/2 hours south of Auckland. It has become one of New Zealand’s fastest growing areas, thanks to plentiful sunshine and beautiful beaches.(B/L/D) | 4 | www.boomerangtours.ca • (B) Breakfast • (L) Lunch • (D) Dinner INCLuDING 14-NIGHT CRuISE SOUTH PACIfIC

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09 February • Auckland 17 February • Ayers Rock to Alice Springs Known as the ”City of Sails ” because of its beautiful It’s an early start this morning as your participate in the location between two harbours and for having the largest Morning Sunrise and Base Tour of Ayers Rock. After number of sail boats in the world, Auckland is by far New breakfast, travel from Ayers Rock to Alice Springs, an Zealand’s largest and most cosmopolitan city. (B/L/D) excellent way to experience the vastness and solitude of the Red Centre. Crowne Plaza Alice Springs (1 night) (B) 10 February • Bay of Islands Your fi nal port of call – the Bay of Islands. Comprised of 18 February • Alice Springs to Melbourne 144 islands, secluded bays, warm azure waters and golden After arrival and transfer to your hotel, this day is yours to beaches, the Bay of Islands is a nature lovers dream (B/L/D) explore at leisure. Hop on the free tramcar that circuits the city centre or browse through the streets that make up the 11-12 February • ms Volendam bustling cosmopolitan city of Melbourne. Swanston Grand At sea. (B/L/D) Mercure (3 nights) (B)

13 February • Sydney to Cairns 19 February • Melbourne Arriving into Sydney Harbour say goodbye to the ms Enjoy an overview of the city and see some of its highlights Volendam as you head for the Sydney Airport to meet your before you travel out to the Yarra Valley for wine tasting and fl ight to Cairns. On arrival in Cairns, you will be met and lunch at the Domaine Chandon Winery. (B/L) transferred to your hotel. Novotel Oasis Cairns (3 nights)(B) 20 February • Melbourne 14 February • Cairns Enjoy your day at leisure exploring this cosmopolitan city. Enjoy a full day tour to the Great Barrier Reef. Your day will Leave room for the gourmet dinner served on the Colonial be spent on a fl oating pontoon platform located on the reef Tramcar Restaurant, a historic tram that winds through where you can try your hand at snorkelling, diving (extra the streets of Melbourne giving diners a unique view of the expense) or simply fl oat around in the semi-submersible. city. (B/D) After a buffet lunch, sit back in a deck chair and snooze or read the afternoon away. You will be transferred back to 21 February • Depart Australia Cairns late this afternoon. (B/L) Bid farewell to Australia as your tour concludes with your transfer to the airport and your return fl ight home. (B) 15 February • Cairns Today is another camera day but from a different angle as you tour by train to the quaint village of Kuranda where there is free time to explore the markets and shops. Board INCLuSIONS the Skyrail for a spectacular cable ride down the mountain- • Air from Vancouver with Qantas Airways side with the Coral Sea and the city of Cairns at your feet. • 11 nights superior accommodation in Australia Once at the bottom, enjoy lunch at the Tjapukai Aboriginal • 14-night cruise throughout New Zealand in Culture Centre with free time to wander through this icon an Inside Cabin of Cairns. (B/L) • 50 meals (25 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 17 dinners) • All touring and entry fees as per itinerary 16 February • Cairns to Ayers Rock After breakfast this morning, depart Cairns for a 3 hour Package price, per person, double - from $9149 fl ight to the Red of the Outback. Shortly before sunset, Program with Inside Cabin ‘K’ $9149* journey into the desert where a didgeridoo welcome awaits Program with Oceanview Cabin ‘E’ $9479* you as you enjoy the popular Sounds of Silence Dinner. As Program with Oceanview Cabin ‘DA’ $9631* the sun sinks behind the domes of Kata Tjuta (Olgas), enjoy Program with Vernadah Cabin ‘AA’ $12094* a selection of fi ne beverages and sample delicious outback *Airport taxes and port charges: approximately $1050 per person to be added canapés. Feast on a gourmet barbecue of Australian Add ons delicacies including kangaroo, and crocodile, served with Calgary/Edmonton $196 fresh salads and a selection of desserts. Then relax as Toronto $427 an astronomer guides you through the stars. Sails in the Montreal $495 Desert (1 night) (BD)

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Franz Josef Glacier Christchurch Coach Air Milford Mt.Cook Sound Ferry Queenstown

Take in the iconic sights of Australia, such as Uluru (Ayers Rock)

From the relaxed tropical north to the rugged Australian Red Centre Day 5 Rotorua • Homestay Option. We tour Te Puia Thermal Reserve, viewing and from bustling cities to the pristine alpine scenery of its boiling mudpools, hot springs and teaming geysers. See an agricultural FREE New Zealand, you can discover it all with a friendly local guide by show and sheep shearing display at the Agrodome. Later, you can choose to day tour your side every step of the way. For those who desire complete ease experience the charms of rural living with a genuine New Zealand country of of travel and appreciate the luxuries in life, our specialized tour family. After sharing stories over a hearty home-cooked dinner, you can enjoy Melbourne inclusions and superior collection of hotels and resorts guarantee their hospitality for the night or choose to stay and dine at the hotel. Country or Sydney a unique travel experience far beyond your expectations. home stay option. (B/D)

HIGHLIGHTS Day 6 Rotorua • Christchurch. Our morning fl ight takes us to the South New Zealand Island. Free afternoon to explore Christchurch, renowned for its gardens and • View spectacular Franz Josef Glacier delightful English heritage. Christchurch Crowne Plaza (B/D) • Cross the Southern Alps by rail Day 7 Southern Alps • Franz Josef. Board the TranzAlpine Train for our • Cruise spectacular Milford Sound journey through spectacular alpine scenery in the Southern Alps. Continue • Visit Mt Cook National Park down the rugged west coast with an opportunity for a scenic helicopter fl ight • Tour Rotorua, famous geothermal region landing on Franz Josef Glacier ($). Franz Josef , Te Waonui Forest Retreatl • Enjoy the year-round resort of Queenstown (B/D) • Enjoy the Auckland city sights tour • Boat cruise through Waitomo Caves Day 8 Queenstown. Journey over Haast Pass and along the shores of lakes • Maori Hangi Feast and Show in Rotorua Wanaka and Hawea to Queenstown. Tonight, you may choose to cruise on the vintage steamboat TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm for dinner, Australia or select from a range of other fantastic restaurants on our Dine Around Dinner. • Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef and swim and snorkel Two Night Stay: Crowne Plaza Hotel. (2 nights B/D) • Tour the mighty Uluru (Ayers Rock) • Enjoy the Sounds of Silence dinner, an unforgettable desert dining Day 9 Milford Sound Cruise. The beauty of Fiordland National Park will be experience under the southern stars. memorable today as we cruise beautiful Milford Sound, beneath tumbling • Visit the giant domes of Kata Tjuta (Olgas) waterfalls and famous Mitre Peak. An optional return fl ight to Queenstown • Sydney Harbour luncheon cruise will provide a completely different perspective over this untamed region ($). • Sydney sights and surrounding surf beaches (B/L) • Enjoy a guided tour of Sydney Opera House Day 10 Queenstown • Mt. Cook. This morning is at leisure before our • City sights tour of Melbourne afternoon journey to Mt. Cook National Park with New Zealand’s highest • Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway peak. To one side is the mighty Tasman Glacier and weather permitting, you • Performance by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers (Cairns) can take in the spectacular sight during a ski-plane fl ight ($). The Hermitage (B/D) Day 11 Christchurch • Sydney, Australia. Travel via Lake Pukaki, Lake Day 1 Los Angeles departures • This evening, board your fl ight bound for Tekapo and Burkes Pass, then through the picturesque plains of Canterbury Auckland, New Zealand. to Christchurch. Board our international fl ight bound for Sydney, Australia. Shangri-La Hotel Sydney (3 nights) (B) Day 2 Infl ight • Cross the international dateline and “lose” a day. Day 12 Sydney Sights, Sydney Harbour Cruise, Opera House Guided Tour. Day 3 Arrive Auckland • You will be met on arrival in Auckland and Today, step inside the Sydney Opera House during a guided tour. Then board transferred to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy a city tour and visit Kelly a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour, viewing the iconic Harbour Bridge and Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World. Join your fellow Opera House from a different perspective. Later, discover Hyde Park and the travelers at our Welcome Dinner. Stay: Crowne Plaza Hotel. (FD) famous Bondi Beach on a guided city tour. (B/FL) Day 4 Rotorua • Traditional Feast. Enjoy a guided boat tour of the glow-worm grotto this morning at Waitomo Caves. Continue to the thermal region of Day 13 Sydney at Leisure. Enjoy this vibrant city at your own pace today. Rotorua where you are a guest at a special “hangi” dinner and Maori concert. Perhaps take an optional sightseeing tour to the Hunter Valley, or visit the Millennium Rotorua (2 nights) (B/D) Blue Mountains (both at own expense). (B) Day 14 Sydney, Fly to Cairns. This morning after breakfast, fl y to Cairns. On arrival, check in to your hotel before the rest of the day is at your leisure to explore this tropical city. Perhaps go shopping, or spend a relaxing afternoon by the pool or at the beach. Three Night Stay: Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina. (B/FD)

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Australia · Sydney Opera House See the World-Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef up close

Day 15 Great Barrier Reef Cruise. After breakfast, take a guided cruise out to Day 19 Alice Springs Tour, Fly to Melbourne, City Tour, Tramcar Dinner. On the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. Aboard your catamaran cruise a tour of Alice Springs, visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service Base and Anzac out to Moore Reef and view the colorful coral and diverse range of marine Hill. Following this board a flight for Melbourne, where on arrival you’ll take a life through the glass bottom of your boat. While out on the reef you have brief sightseeing tour. Tonight, indulge in a unique meal aboard the Colonial the option to go for a snorkel or a swim, an experience you’ll never forget. Tramcar Restaurant. Two Night Stay: Sofitel Melbourne on Collins. (B/FD) Afterwards visit your boat’s underwater observatory before enjoying a tropical lunch of local specialties.(B/FL) Day 20 Melbourne at Leisure. Today spend the day at leisure in Melbourne. There are many optional activities available, such as a journey along the Great Day 16 Skyrail, Kuranda, Wildlife, Cairns. This morning take a guided tour of Ocean Road or a tour to Philip Island to see the famous penguin parade. Cairns before a ride on the scenic Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over Or perhaps explore Melbourne at your own pace. You could visit the Queen lush rain forest to Kuranda. On arrival in Kuranda, visit a wildlife park and Victoria Market, go shopping in the city or perhaps stroll through one of the learn about native Australian animals. Perhaps even have your photograph many gardens. (B) taken with a koala (own expense). After seeing a performance by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers, take in the stunning landscapes as you travel Day 21 Depart Melbourne. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway back through the rain forest to Cairns. (B) flight to Los Angeles.(B) Day 17 Cairns, Fly to Uluru (Ayers Rock), Uluru Base Tour, Sounds of Silence Dinner. This morning, board a flight to Uluru from Cairns. Join your coach DEPARTURE Dates and head into Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park for a tour of Uluru’s base. Your 2010: Sept. 12, 26; Oct. 3, 20; Nov. 7, 14; Dec. 8, 15. guide will show you ancient caves and traditional Aboriginal rock art. Walk to 2011: Jan. 9, 16, 23; Feb. 6, 13, 23; Mar. 9, 20, 27. Mutitjulu waterhole and hear Aboriginal stories and legends. See Aboriginal artists at work at the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery. Tonight you will be Package price, per person, double - from $7915 treated to the unforgettable Sounds of Silence dinner, where you’ll dine under July 2010-Mar. 2011 the stars with vistas of Uluru. Later, go star gazing with an expert guide. Land* $7915 Stay: Ayers Rock Resort, Sails in the Desert. (B/FD) Land with Air** $9435# Day 18 Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Alice Springs. Today, after breakfast head out to Single Supplement $2240 Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park again. Here, visit the stunning Kata Tjuta #International Seasonal Air: Add $110 for Oct. 2010-Mar. 2011. (Olgas), a cluster of 36 unique domes, and learn about this sacred place from *Includes all NZ and Autralian domestic flights and is based on Qantas as the international a local guide. You’ll walk through the domes to the majestic Walpa (Olga) carrier. Fare will differ for other airlines. Gorge, a tranquil place of much significance to local Aboriginal people. Later, ** Includes all domestic trans-Tasman and flights to/from Los Angeles re-board your coach and travel to Alice Springs. Fuel surcharges included and are subject to change. Departure and air taxes are additional Stay: Alice Springs, Crowne Plaza Hotel. (B) and will be confirmed at the time of final payment.

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Mission Beach Dunk Island National Park

Hamilton Island Airlie Beach

Rockhampton

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Brisbane Gold Coast Byron Bay Coffs Harbour

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Enjoy 2 nights on idyllic Hamilton Island Sydney to Cairns • 8, 11 or 13 day tour • FREE PRE-NIGHT AT THE MENZIES HOTEL

INCLuSIONS FOR 13 DAY TOuR pristine island. After your selected activity, join a park ranger Day 12 Cairns. Journey aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway • Deluxe air conditioned coach transportation for an exclusive Bush Tucker Talk, before a delicious BBQ up to Rainforestation where you will see a performance by • Travel in a reduced group size of no more than dinner this evening. (B/D) the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. Later ride the Kuranda 30 passengers Skyrail, and glide just feet above the rain forest canopy, • 12 nights in First Class accommodation including Day 5 Rockhampton. Return to the mainland this morning, passing waterfalls as you journey down the range. Tonight 6 nights on the most idyllic Barrier Reef islands crossing the Tropic of Capricorn on your way to enjoy Farewell Drinks and Dinner with fellow travelers. • 21 meals (12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 8 dinners) Rockhampton. Explore the Botanic Gardens with its excellent (B/D) • Expert guides and drivers specimens of palms, cycads and ferns. Travelodge Hotel • All touring and entry fees as per itinerary such as : (B/D) Day 13 Cairns. Enjoy a leisurely morning in this tropical city. Transfer to Cairns Airport. (B) - Visit Australia Zoo, made famous by the Crocodile Hunter, Day 6 Rockhampton • Hamilton Island. Visit Henderson Park Steve Irwin Cattle Station, operated by a local family since 1908. - Tour World Heritage-listed Fraser Island 8 Day guests join tour. Then cruise from Shute Harbour to - Stroll Rockhampton’s Botanic Gardens and admire the Hamilton Island. 8 Day guests join tour. Reef View Hotel, tropical fl ora Coral sea view (2 nights) (B) - Journey through picturesque Atherton Tablelands and cruise on Lake Barrine Day 7 Hamilton Island. Spend your day at leisure, choosing - Explore the magnifi cent Great Barrier Reef from over 40 different activities offered on the island (own - Wander the cosmopolitan Macrossan Street in Port Douglas expense). In the evening enjoy pre-dinner drinks with your - Ride the Skyrail Cableway above a rainforest fellow travellers and crew. (B/D)

Day 1 Sydney • Coffs Harbour. Depart Sydney for the resort Day 8 Hamilton Island • Dunk Island. Today, cruise through town of Coffs Harbour. Enjoy Welcome Drinks and Dinner the Whitsunday Passage back to the mainland. Stop in with your Tour Director, Driver and traveling Townsville, the centre for marine research of the Great companions tonight. Pacifi c Bay Resort. (D) Barrier Reef. From Mission Beach, cruise to Dunk Island, another beautiful tropical rain forest island. Tonight, enjoy Day 2 Byron Bay • Brisbane. Travel to Byron Bay, famous for dinner and unwind for a two night stay at this idyllic island its bohemian lifestyle, unspoilt beaches and coastal scenery. resort. Dunk Island Resort, garden room (2 nights) (B/D) Opportunity to snorkel on the Reef Watch the surfers and maybe even see dolphins off the point. DEPARTuRE DATES Cape Byron is the most easterly point on the Australian Day 9 Dunk Island. Today has been left at leisure for you to relax at the resort or explore the nearby reef and rain forest. 2010: Sept. 16, 28*, 30; Oct. 7, 12*, 19*, 28; Nov. 4, 9*, 16*; mainland and is an excellent place to watch the humpback Dec. 16, 28*. whales which travel along the coastline. Cross over the (B) Queensland border to its capital city, Brisbane. This 2011: Jan. 20; Feb. 1*, 17; Mar. 1*, 10, 22*; Apr. 21; May 3*; June 21*; Day 10 Dunk Island • Port Douglas. Explore the lush Aug. 4; Sept. 15, 27*, 29; Oct. 6, 11*, 18*, 27; Nov. 3, 8*, 15*; Dec. evening, stay at the Royal on the Park, conveniently located Atherton Tablelands with its rich volcanic soil, high rainfall in the heart of the city, close to all the attractions. Royal on 15, 27*. and spectacular waterfalls. Hop on a wildlife cruise at Lake *Itinerary operates in reverse direction. the Park (B) Barrine, formed by volcanic processes and surrounded by Day 3 Brisbane • Fraser Island. After breakfast 11 Day lush rain forest. Afterwards, enjoy a short walk to beautiful Package price, per person, double - from $3040 guests join tour. Visit Australia Zoo, home to over a thousand Millaa Millaa Falls and marvel at the unusual Curtain Fig 13 DAYS All B & B native and exotic animals and the adventurous Irwin family. Tree. Travel to the Port Douglas and choose to dine at a Meals 6 Feature Meals Afterwards, continue north to the Sunshine Coast, famous for selected local restaurant or enjoy dinner at the resort. Double $4995 $4705 its golden beaches fringed with native bush. Arrive in Hervey Sabaya Resort, pool view room. (B/D) Single Supp. $1530 $1530 Bay and join a cruise to magnifi cent World Heritage-listed Day 11 Great Barrier Reef Cruise • Cairns. From Port Fraser Island. Kingfi sher Bay Resort (2 nights) (B/D) 11 DAYS All B & B Douglas, cruise aboard the ‘Wavepiercer’ and go snorkeling Meals 5 Feature Meals Day 4 Sun. Fraser Island, Freedom of Choice Touring, Bush on the reef, visit the Low Isles on the ‘Wavedancer’ where Double $4495 $4205 Tucker Talk and BBQ. This morning after breakfast, select you can experience an unspoilt coral island, or if you want Single Supp. $1360 $1360 your touring activity from our Freedom of Choice Touring a diving adventure take the ‘Silversonic’ on a reef discovery. options. You might like to join a delightful whale watching Shangri-La at the Marina, bayview room 8 DAYS All B & B cruise (Aug.-Oct.). Alternatively, embark on an (2 nights) (B/L) Meals 4 Feature Meals adventurous and enthralling full-day 4WD Beach and Lakes Double $3235 $3040 tour around the beaches and subtropical rainforest of this Single Supp. $990 $990

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The Ghan train Cage Dive with Great White Sharks Boomerang can certainly sell and book any of your Rail Australia travel, Explore Coober Pedy by Rail but we felt that it was important to look at rail travel as an experience in itself and not just a way to get from one point to another. It is totally 5-Night Package stress free – no reading maps and getting lost – no waiting in airports On this great itinerary you will explore the hidden treasures and for delayed flights – just sit back and watch the country glide by your gemstones of Australia’s famous opal fields of Coober Pedy with eyes. We have created some special itineraries that offer not only a comfortable travel aboard the Ghan. wonderful train experience but also the convenience of having hotels and tours pre-booked. Highlights and Inclusions: • Arrival transfers in Darwin • 1 nights pre-tour accommodation at the Mantra on the Esplanade – room only • Gold Service on the Ghan from Australia’s Ultimate Wildlife Darwin to Coober Pedy with meals • Transfers from the rail station to your hotel • 3 nights at the Desert Cave Hotel including breakfast daily and Rail Experience • Down and Dirty Tour in Coober Pedy • Desert Cave Town Tour which 5-Night Package visits all the icons including a working opal mine and an underground home • Dinner at Umberto’s Restaurant • Painted Desert Tour with An all inclusive experience where you have the chance to encounter lunch • Transfer late on the last day to the rail station • Gold Service Australia’s ultimate wildlife and a journey aboard the Indian Pacific. Coober Pedy to Adelaide with meals.

Highlights and Inclusions Package price, per person, double - from $3052 • One way flight from Adelaide to Port Lincoln June 1/10 to Oct. 31/10 $3093 • Meet with your fellow travelers for a 5 Day Experience the Edge Tour Nov. 1/10 to Mar. 31/11 $3052

Day 1 Tesla Electric Boat Marina Cruise. Lunch at Del-Giorno’s award winning restaurant. Swim with and hand feed tuna at Port Lincoln. Overnight accommodation at Port Lincoln. Evening Nocturnal Wildlife Tour. Kangaroo Island and Northern Territory Escape Day 2 Cage Dive with Great White Sharks – full day tour. Alternatively 9-Night Package explore the National Parks of the area including Whalers Way and Coffin Bay Marina Hotel – Surf and Turf – a steak for a mate with fresh seafood. Experience the best of both worlds with a Kangaroo Island Wildlife Overnight at Port Lincoln Adventure plus an amazing train journey through the top end.

Day 3 Port Lincoln Town Tour : Coffin Bay Explorer – learn about the Highlights and Inclusions oyster industry. A feast of seafood at Oyster Beds Coffin Bay Restaurant. • Arrival transfers in Adelaide • 1 night at the Grand Chancellor on Travel via Sherina, Locks Well, Elliston and Talia Caves. Overnight at Hindley – room only basis • Transfers to the Adelaide airport for flight to Coodlie Park Farm Retreat Kangaroo Island • 2 day Kangaroo Island in Style Tour including Seal Bay Conservation Park, Flinders Chase National Park, Cape du Couedic, Day 4 Venus Bay South Head Walk – dolphins surfing the waves. Swim Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks • 1 night on Kangaroo Island with with the sea lions and dolphins in their own habitat. Murphys haystacks breakfast • Flight Kangaroo Island to Adelaide • 1 night at the Grand – granite inselbergs. Fresh oysters on a deserted and pristine beach. Chancellor on Hindley – room only • Transfer from the hotel to the train Overnight in Ceduna station • Gold Service aboard the Ghan from Adelaide to Alice Springs includes meals • 1 night at the Crowne Plaza Alice Springs – room only Day 5 Visit Head of Bight : Davenport Creek Sand Dunes. Southern Right • 3 day Kings Canyon/Ayers Rock Tour including Wallace Rockhole, Whales. Transfers to the rail station at the end of the tour. Gosse Bluff, Kings Canyon and Uluru, 1 night at Kings Canyon Resort and 1 night at the Desert Gardens in Ayers Rock and 2 lunches • Gold Service *Gold Service on the Indian Pacific to Perth including meals. aboard the Ghan from Alice Springs to Darwin • Transfer from the rail station to the Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin – room only. Package price, per person, double - from $6339 June 1/10 to Mar. 31/11 Package price, per person, double - from $5939 June 1/10 to Oct. 31/10 $6088 Nov. 1/10 to Nov. 30/10 $6027 Dec. 1/10 to Mar. 31/11 $5939 Note: Rates include fuel surcharge

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Indian Pacific Train

Splendours of the West and South The Great Outback Explorer 9-Night Package 6-Night Package

See how diverse the landscapes and attractions of You will experience the feel and taste of the Outback when Australia can be. Travel across it on the mighty Indian you journey inland from Brisbane aboard the Spirit of the Pacific train from Perth to Adelaide Outback

Inclusions Inclusions • Arrival transfer in Perth • Arrival transfer in Brisbane • 2 nights accommodation in Perth • 1 nights accommodation in Brisbane – room only • Full day tour of Perth and Fremantle • One way First Class Berth on the Spirit of the Outback to • Transfer from your hotel to the railway station Outreach • Gold Kangaroo Sleeper from Perth to Adelaide • Meet/greet and transfer to your hotel in Longreach • Arrival transfer in Adelaide • 4 nights accommodation in Longreach • 2 nights hotel accommodation • Sunset dinner cruise on the timeless Thompson River • Essence of Adelaide day tour • Visit to the Qantas Founders Museum • Transfer to the domestic airport • Visit to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame • Flight from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island • 2 day Kangaroo island in Style Tour including Seal Bay Package price, per person, double - from $1459 Conservation Park, Flinders Chase National Park, Cape June 1/10 to Oct. 31/10 du Couedic, Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks • Overnight accommodation on Kangaroo Island including breakfast • Return flight to Adelaide Great Queensland Explorer • 1 night accommodation in Adelaide – room only 6-Night Package • Full day tour of Barossa Valley tailor made to meet the clients on the tour including wine tastings and either a This itinerary features the uniqueness of Fraser Island restaurant or a picnic lunch together with 3 nights in Cairns and the speed of the Tilt • Transfer back to Adelaide airport for homebound flight Train Brisbane to Cairns

Package price, per person, double $4696 Inclusions June 1/10 to July 30/10 and Nov. 1/10 to Jan. 31/11 • Arrival transfer in Brisbane • 1 night accommodation in Brisbane – room only • An economy seat on the Tilt Train from Brisbane to Hervey Bay • 2-night Fraser Island Adventure including 2 nights accommodation at Kingfisher Bay Resort, full breakfast daily, return catamaran transfers from Hervey Bay to Kingfisher Bay Resort and a full day 4WD ranger guided Eco Tour • An economy seat on the Tilt Train from Hervey Bay to Cairns • 3 nights accommodation in Cairns – room only • Full day tour Kuranda Classic Tour with lunch • Full day Great Barrier Reef Cruise with lunch • Transfer from your hotel to the Cairns Airport

Package price, per person, double - from $1487 June 1/10 to Oct. 31/10 $1511 Nov. 1/10 to Mar. 31/11 $1487

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Southern District SOUTHESYDNEYRN COAST HOTELS AUsTRALIA

Travelodge Sydney HHH Mercure Sydney HHH1/2 Medina Executive 406 rooms. Situated in the 517 rooms. Conveniently Sydney Central HHHH revitalized southern Sydney located in the southern end of 98 rooms. This property offers close to the Hyde Park, Oxford the Central Business District studio, one and two bedroom Street and within walking and the entertainment district. apartments and is located at distance to city’s cosmopolitan 15 storey modern decor hotel the Southern end of Sydney restaurants, cafes and shops. with an indoor rooftop pool. Centre. It has easy access to Offers a relaxed and friendly transport and the city centre is atmosphere. within walking distance as are Broadway and Chinatown. Central Business District

1/2 Travelodge Wynyard HHH The Grace Hotel HHHH The Menzies Hotel HHHH Medina Grand Sydney HHHH Amora Jamison Sydney HHHH1/2 268 rooms. Situated on a corner 382 rooms. Located in the heart 446 rooms. Located near 144 rooms. Located in the heart opposite the Wynyard Rail of the city centre just moments Sydney’s main attractions of the CBD, this studio, one, two 415 rooms. The hotel is in the Station and Park, the hotel is away from the main attractions. including the Opera House, and 3 bedroom complex is only heart of the business and in the heart of the financial and The hotel is just minutes away the Rocks, Darling Harbour minutes away from some of the financial district and a short business district and just a few from the main shopping area and Royal Botanic Gardens. best shopping in Sydney. There walk to the Sydney Opera minutes walk from the Rocks including stores such as Myer Overlooks Wynyard Park and is is easy access to several major House, Darling Harbour and Area and Circular Quay. at the City Centre Plaza and surrounded by shops. attractions. the Rocks Area. David stores.

Darling Harbour Circular Quay and Harbour Rocks

Holiday Inn Darling Harbour Crown Plaza Darling Harbour Oaks Goldborough Hotel/ Quay West Suites Harbour Rocks Hotel HHH HHH1/2 HHHH Apartments HHHH HHHH1/2 55 rooms. Conveniently located 346 rooms. Ideally located at 345 rooms. Located on the city 475 rooms. This property offers Quay West is an all suite hotel in the historic Rocks Area a the southern end of the CBD side of Darling Harbour. The studio, one and two bedroom with excellent services and fa- block behind the Museum of with the Sydney Entertainment hotel is within close proximity apartments. Located behind the cilities including a Roman style Contemporary Art and within Centre opposite. Paddy’s to some of Sydney’s attractions Sydney Convention Centre and indoor heated pool, spa, sauna, walking distance to the Opera Market and all of Darling such as the Sydney Aquarium, is within easy walking distance open sundecks, fully equipped House, the Harbour Bridge and Harbors attractions are Star City Casino, Cockle Bay to the attractions, restaurants gymnasium and a recreation all of the city’s attractions. within walking distance. Wharf and Chinatown. and shops of the Darling facility located on the 24th floor Harbour and wharfs. with stunning Harbour views.

Circular Quay and Harbour Rocks Sydney Airport

Intercontinental Sydney The Observatory Shangri-la Sydney Sydney Harbour Marriott Holiday Inn Sydney Airport HHHHH HHHHH HHHHH HHHH HHHH 509 rooms. Located behind 100 rooms. Situated in the 563 rooms. Situated near 241 rooms. Overlooking Hyde 247 rooms. Located near the Circular Quay the hotel over- historic Rocks area overlooking Sydney Harbour, adjacent to the Park and just minutes from the domestic terminal and 2.6 looks the Sydney Opera House Walsh Bay; within close historic quarter of Sydney site CBD; the Sydney Opera House, kilometres from the interna- proximity to the CBD and some of the first colonial settlement and Sydney Harbour Bridge. of Sydney’s premier attractions in Australia in 1788. Major Royal Botanic Gardens, the Art tional airport. 2 minute walk The hotel is close to the Central Within walking distance to the department stores, boutiques Gallery of New South Wales from Mascot railway - 10 Business District and some of King Street Wharf precinct and and shopping complexes are and the Australian Museum are minute ride to city centre. the finest restaurants in the city. its restaurants and bars. only a short walk away. within walking distance. Ne comprend pas la contribution au fonds d’indemnisation des clients des agents de vouages de 3,50$ par tranche de 1000$ | www.boomerangtours.ca | 11 | AUsTRALIA neW south Wales & sydney

Sydney Opera House Sydney Harbour Bridge

new south Wales New South Wales is Australia’s most diverse State, home to the country’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, Sydney. The State has a string of accessible sparkling beaches stretching from north to south, a vast and colourful outback and Australia’s highest mountain.

Surrounding Sydney is a wonderland of national parks, forests, mountains, ancient river valleys and historic townships. The 5 World Heritage sites to explore include the Greater Blue Mountains Area, Lord Howe Island, Mungo National Park, Gondwana Rainforests of Australia and the most recent addition, the Sydney Opera House. Each offers visitors the chance to experience astonishing natural beauty as well as leisure activities that range from hiking and diving to seeing ancient human burial sites or enjoying the talent of the world’s fi nest performers.

sydney Sydney doesn’t exactly hide its charms – “if you’ve got it, fl aunt it” could well be the harbour city’s motto. Endowed with a sparkling harbour, dazzling beaches and a sunny Mediterranean climate, its setting alone has guaranteed Sydney a place among the most glamourous cities on the planet

Grafted onto those natural splendours is an impressive array of worldly treasures including a rich blend of cultures, a relaxed unbuttoned lifestyle and an appetite for life that makes this city one of the most exciting in the South Pacifi c.

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| 12 | www.boomerangtours.ca sydney PacKaGes AUsTRALIA sydney hit and Run 3-Night Package inclusions • Arrival and Departure transfers • 3 nights accommodation • 3 continental breakfasts • Tall Ship Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Package price, per person single double triple Travelodge Sydney – Standard Room $709 $469 $428 Vibe Hotel – Standard Room $909 $589 $535 Shangri-la Sydney – Superior Room $1218 $748 $680 sydney short stay 4-Night Package Hunter Valley inclusions Blue mountains, hunter valley and Port stephens • Arrival and departure transfers • 4 nights accommodation the Blue mountains are a sandstone plateau and World heritage area which • 3 Day Sydney Transit Pass forms a wilderness of spectacular blue-hazed beauty. • Captain Cook 3 Hour Top Deck Lunch Cruise hunter valley on the other hand is the hub for wineries in new south Wales. Package price, per person double triple you will fi nd about 70 boutique vineyards growing some of the region’s best Grace Hotel – Superior Room $655 n/a quality fruit; many of these produce trophy-winning wines. Hilton Sydney – Executive Room $1068 n/a Harbour Marriott – Dlx. Cityview Room $665 $676 on the exact opposite of the spectrum is Port stephens with its 26 sandy Travelodge Wynyard – Standard Room $682 $595 golden beaches, a bay that’s two and half times the size of sydney harbour and many beautiful inlets.

day 1 • sydney to the Blue mountains – 125km • Take time to stop in the sydney ultimate village of Leura which is well known for its art galleries all in Heritage colours 7-Night Package and as home to the largest model railway museums in Australia. Take a Blue Mountains Trolley Tour and discover Blue Mountains’ attractions. Trolleys meet trains from Sydney at Katoomba Station with direct travel to Echo Point and inclusions The Sisters. Travel to the Scenic Railway and Skyway, Leura Village, • Private arrival and departure transfers Everglades Gardens and many other locations. • 7 nights accommodation Accommodation: Alpine Motor Inn, Katoomba • 2 hour Backstage of the Opera House Tour with breakfast • 1/2 day Sydney Harbour Luxury Sailing Cruise with lunch day 2 • After a leisurely breakfast take the scenic less traveled route by • 1/2 day Cottage Point Luncheon by Seaplane traveling north through Blackheath and Mount Victoria before continuing into the wine country of the Hunter Valley. With more than 120 wineries, the Hunter Package price, per person double Valley produces some terrifi c wines, loved at home and abroad, including the Intercontinental Sydney – Club City Room $2509 crisp Hunter Semillon and the ripe Hunter Shiraz. Complement the wine with Shangri-la Sydney – Dlx. Cityview Room $1939 superb cuisine and stylish boutique accommodation. Wine and food buffs can join a winery tour to sample some of the region’s gourmet delights. Others may prefer to indulge in some serious pampering at a day spa or teeing off from one of the region’s championship golf courses. Accommodation: The Hunter Valley Resort sydney with a difference 6-Night Package day 3 • It is just a short 70 mile drive to the Port Stephens which is a series of idyllic seaside villages scattered along a crystal clear waterway and the Pacifi c Ocean – the area is known as “Blue Water Paradise”. Port Stephens is inclusions commonly referred to as the “Dolphin Capital of Australia” as it is home to a • Arrival and departure transfers pod of 160 bottlenose dolphins. You are booked on a Dolphin Watch Cruise this • 3 nights at the Travelodge Wynyard in a standard room afternoon which departs from Nelson Bay. • 3 continental breakfasts Accommodation: All Seasons Salamander Shores Port Stephens • 3 1/2 hour the Storey of Sydney Tour to the Australian Museum inclusions • 1 night Harbour Island Adventure including ferry trans- • 4 day Intermediate Car Rental fers, 1 nights accommodation dinner and guided tours • 3 nights accommodation as noted • 2 night Captain Cook Weekender Cruise – Outside Cabin • Dolphin Watch Cruise for 2

Package price, per person Package price, per person, double - from $549 double Upgrade to Boutique Tour with stays at Lilianfels Blue Mountains and $2075 Peppers Hunter Valley (Pokolbin) and Peppers Anchorage Port Stephens Note: Valid June 1/10 to Mar. 31/11. Blackouts in effect over special event days for just $249 per person. Tour departs on Tuesday

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Grafton Coffs Harbour

Port Macquarie

Port Stephens

SYDNEY

Gold Coast

On the scenic North Coast you will discover a hinterland of day 4 • Port stephens to Port macquarie – 199km river valleys bordered by pristine lakes and an unspoiled Back on the Pacifi c Highway, you will head towards The coastline. From Terrigal to Tweed, there is a range of Great Lakes and Manning Valley area before passing by holiday experiences to enjoy. Cruise quiet country roads the twin towns of Forster/Tuncurry connected by a bridge that link historic townships; take a horseback tour or dine across Wallis Lake. Taree, the lovely historic timber town on fresh seafood by the waterfront. Pamper yourself at a on the Manning would be a great stop for a quick lunch. luxury resort or stay in small locally owned hotels or bed Don’t miss Crowdy National Park and take in the and breakfasts. The drive from Sydney can be done in one spectacular views from the nearby Crowdy Head long day, rushed into 2 or 3 days but we suggest that you Lighthouse about an hour’s drive north of Taree. really explore this remarkable area at leisure. There is no place quite like this 1000km stretch of coastline. We have Before arriving you may want to drive to Wauchope just designed the itinerary so time in your car is kept to a inland from the highway to visit the Timbertown Heritage minimum to allow for lots of sightseeing during the day. Theme Park and experience the early settlers life. Accommodation: 1 night at the Choice Quality Sails Port Macquarie

north coast explorer day 5 • Port macquarie to coffs harbour – 160km sydney to Gold coast The short drive today takes you through the Macleay Valley 5-Night Package • Self-drive Coast with its great surfi ng beaches, sheltered coves and fertile hinterland. A great spot for lunch could be inclusions Nambucca Heads which is well known for its Nambucca • 6 day car rental River oysters. Before heading into Coffs Harbour for the • 5 nights accommodation night you may wish to head to Dorrigon National Park • 1/2 day tour in Port Stephens where you can take the 70 Metre long Skywalk which extends over the upper Storey of rainforest with great views day 1 • sydney to Port stephens – 193 km across the valley and the distant shoreline. Plan to stop at Lake Macquarie which is the largest salt Accommodation: 1 night Opal Cove Resort water lake in Australia and is edged on one side by stretches of immaculate sandy beaches; it has been day 6 • coffs harbour to tweed heads – 235km Sydneysider’s playground for decades and it is easy If you are an early riser you may consider an early morning to see why. day tour to Solitary Islands Marine Park located off shore from Coffs Harbour. The Park is home to seabirds, 4 turtle Newcastle once a major industrial centre has revived species and more than 550 species of fi sh, marine its harbourside area and has transformed itself into a mammals and colorful sea slugs. cosmopolitan city with a unique setting, perched between a working harbour and beautiful beaches. No visit to Coffs Harbour would be complete without a visit to the Big Banana where you can learn about how It is a short drive to your 2 night stay at Nelson Bay on the bananas are grown, harvested and shipped. On the way to shores of Port Stephens harbour. The waters of the bay your last stop and the last night of your self-drive, you will are rightly regarded as the dolphin capital of Australia with pass through the city of Grafton and if you are fortunate the close to 160 bottlenosed dolphins calling this area home. well known Jacaranda Festival will be in full swing and the Accommodation: 2 nights at the All Seasons Port Stephens Salamander Hotel purple trees in bloom. Accommodation: 1 night Twin Towns Motel Tweed Heads day 2 • day at leisure

day 3 • You will be picked up this morning for your 1/2 day Package price, per person single double triple 4WD Adventure Tour in mainland Australia’s largest $1301 $686 $546 sand mass with purpose built 4WD vehicles and after Valid for Travel: June 1/10 to Oct. 31/10 a sumptuous buffet lunch you will board either a Moonshadow IV or V or Supercats vessel for your 2 hour Dolphin Watch Cruise.

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Jenolan Caves SYDNEY

Bateman’s Bay Canberra

Jenolan Caves

coasts, capital and caves cooma is the commercial and social hub of the Monaro Plains and Snowy Mountains region. Tourism is a growth 4-Night Package • Self-drive industry across the region and Cooma is recognized for its winter attractions. inclusions • 5 day car rental canberra is one of the world’s greatest examples of urban • 4 nights accommodation planning and architectural lanscaping. It is the home of Australia’s Parliament House, National Gallery, National day 1 • sydney to Bateman’s Bay – 180km Museum and War Memorial, as well as many more This delightful drive will take less than 4 hours by car. signifi cant cultural offerings. The best deal in Canberra is From the south eastern outskirts of Sydney, follow the the Explorer Bus which does a continuous loop stopping at Hwy 1 signs to Wollongong. Just before you descend the most of the cities attractions for a nominal fee and the best escarpment into this city, it is well worth stopping at one of part is most of the attractions do not have admittance fees. the lookouts for a breathtaking, panoramic view of Accommodation: 1 night Rydges Canberra Wollongong and the Pacifi c Ocean. After passing through Wollongong and its near neighbour of Shellharbour, you day 4 • canberra to Jenolan caves – 268km reach Kiama, home of the amazing water display which Goulburn • The center of a wealthy farming district is at erupts through the rocks at Blow Hole Point. After Kiama the junction of the Wollondilly and Mulwarry Rivers beyond and Gerringong (home to the magnifi cent Werri Beach), the Southern Highlands. Many handsome buildings bear travel to Berry - the ‘Town of Trees’. The larger town of witness to the town’s prosperity in the 1870s. Of particular Nowra is next, followed further south by Milton and interest are Riversdale House, St Clair House, Ulladulla with its pretty fi shing harbour left of the town Garroorigang House, the town hall, the courthouse and centre. Soon after you will pass through the villages of two cathedrals. Burrill Lake, Tabourie Lake and Termeil. Within another leisurely, forested 30k, your destination of Batemans Bay Jenolan • World Heritage listed Jenolan Caves with its arrives with its welcome of the sparkling waters of the underground rivers and spectacular formations, is among Clyde River estuary. the fi nest and oldest cave systems in the world. Nine Accommodation: 1 night at the Comfort Inn, Batemans Bay stunning show caves are open every day for guided tours. Above ground, there are spectacular formations, such day 2 • Bateman’s Bay to eden – 180 km as Carlotta’s Arch and the Blue Lake. If you visit only one eden is situated on the magnifi cent waters of Twofold Bay cave, the Lucas has the Cathedral Chamber, one of the and is a town marked by its unusual history. Once a major widest and highest at Jenolan. With famous acoustics, the whaling district in New South Wales for most of the 19th Cathedral hosts Concerts in the Caves. The Temple of Baal, century and up until 1930, it is now a winter hot spot for one of the world’s most beautiful caves, offers the 9m long the annual migration of whales between Antarctica and the Angel’s Wing - one of the world’s largest cave shawls. warmer winter waters to the north. Visit the Killer Whale Accommodation: 1 night Cave House Museum, home to an extensive history of the magnifi cent creature that forms so much of Eden’s history. day 5 • Jenolan caves to sydney – 175 km Accommodation: 1 night at the Crown and Anchor B&B As it is just a short drive back to Sydney you may want to stop in Katoomba with its spectacular and dramatic day 3 • eden to canberra via the monaro highway views of the Three Sisters, plus views to Mount Solitary. 275km Lookouts are all along Cliff Drive so either from your car or Pambula is known for its quality local crafts, nostalgic standing on the cliff edge you will have fabulous views of old world restaurants, unique local produces and mix of this majestic area. pastoral and coastal activities. It is a charming town 80 kms south of Cooma caught between the mountains and Package price, per person single double the NSW south coast. $1118 $559 Valid for Travel: Aug. 1/10 to Mar. 31/11

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The town of Silverton Lord Howe Island

Outback New South Wales Explore Lord Howe Island 5-Night Package 5-Night Package

If you don’t have the time to travel to Ayers Rock or Less than 2 hours flight from Sydney is beautiful Lord Alice Springs but still want to experience the “Outback” Howe Island, a timeless natural paradise that will relax of Australia, you should consider a short journey to and revitalize you. Explore reefs teeming with rainbow- Broken Hill. coloured fish, relax on unspoiled beaches, marvel at the flora found no where else on earth or climb the The unofficial capital of the NSW Outback, Broken Hill is soaring mountains where magnificent seabirds nest in known for its isolation as well as its rich silver deposits their thousands. which were discovered in the late 1800’s. More recently, Broken Hill with the vast skies, sun-seared rocks has Lord Howe is one of only 4 island groups granted World inspired some of Australia’s best known artists. About Heritage status thanks to its remarkable volcanic geology, 10 km north of Broken Hill in the middle of the Living its exceptional range of ecosystems, its rare collection of Desert Reserve is Sundown Hill, site of the Living Desert birds and marine life and its exceptional beauty. Sculptures. There are a number of walking itineraries that cover The town of Silverton with a population of less than 70, has different parts of the island ranging from 2 to 3 hours to been the Sight of many films including A Town Like Alice full day hikes. We would recommend the 7km Malabar Hill and Mad Max II. The blood-red earth and sunsets, solitary and Kims Lookout hike for it is spectacular views of the stone buildings and camels in the main street have made it cliffs and ocean. a favourite with visitors and filmmakers. For those who prefer two wheels, bikes and helmets can be rented from most hotels and resorts. It is crucial if you Inclusions want to travel to this stunning location that you book well in • One way in a First Class Seat on the Country Link train advance as there is a maximum of 400 visitors allowed on Sydney to Broken Hill the island at any one time. • 1 night at the Royal Exchange Hotel in Broken Hill • 2 day/1 night Opal Dreaming Tour including 1 night in the Underground Hotel in Whitecliffs, entry fees and Inclusions transfers, lunch and dinner on Day 1 and breakfast and • Arrival and departure transfers in Sydney lunch on Day 2 • 2 nights at the Grace Hotel • 3 additional nights at the Royal Exchange Hotel • 2 full breakfasts • 1/2 day Silverton Tour with morning or afternoon tea • 3 nights accommodation in a Transit Hill Room at the • One way Red Service Sleeper on the Indian Pacific to Pinetrees Resort Hotel including transfers on the island Sydney and meals

Price per person Double Package price $1643 This itinerary does not include the air fare to/from Lord Howe Island as it can Valid for Travel: June 15/10 to Aug. 31/10 and Feb. 2/11 to Mar. 31/11 be purchased as part of your international ticket. This is a better option than have a separate airfare priced into the land arrangements.

Price per person Single Double Package price $2734 $1838

| 16 | www.boomerangtours.ca BRISBANE HOTELS AUsTRALIA

Brisbane Story Bridge Moreton Island

Medina Executive HHHH Mercure Brisbane HHH1/2 The Ibis Brisbane HHH

162 rooms. The hotel boasts a prime location in the 194 rooms. The high rise hotel on the banks of the 218 rooms. With a convenient and central location, the City’s east end, with views of the Story Bridge. It is Brisbane River is only a few minutes walk from the hotel is within walking distance of Queen Street Mall, only a short drive to the city centre and a short Convention and Exhibition Centre, the casino, Queen Treasury Casino, South Bank Parklands, Brisbane distance to the restaurants of Fortitude Valley. This is a Street Mall, Southbank cultural precinct and the Convention and Exhibition Centre, Performing Arts contemporary apartment style hotel that offers space Queensland Performing Arts Centre. Centre and Brisbane Transit Centre. for the family, a place to entertain and relax. It has its own swimming pool and sauna facilities as well as a gymnasium.

Sebel Suites HHHH Chifley at Lennons HHHH Comfort Inn Admiralty HHH Brisbane Airport

171 rooms. Centrally located in the heart of the 152 rooms. This high-rise hotel offers well-appointed 38 rooms. Located approximately 6 kilometres from entertainment, cafe society and just one block from accommodation in a great downtown location. Located Brisbane City Centre, it is conveniently located close to bustling Queen Street Mall and close to all major on the Queen Street Mall in the heart of Brisbane’s city public transport, with the City Cat Ferry providing a tourist attractions. The all-apartment hotel offers a centre. The Convention Centre, South Bank Parklands, water trip to the city from Brett’s Wharf. The Doomben combination of personal, friendly service and the Queensland Art Gallery and Brisbane Botanical Gardens and Eagle Farm Racecourses are within walking freedom of beautifully appointed apartments with are just a short distance away. distance, as well as the shops in Racecourse Road. spectacular views over the city’s Botanic Gardens or the Brisbane River.

Kingfisher Bay Resort HHHH Fraser Island Tangalooma Dolphin Resort HHH Moreton Island O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat HHH1/2

261 rooms. World Heritage-listed Fraser Island is a 134 rooms. Escape to beautiful Moreton Bay with a 120 rooms. Owned and operated by the O’Reilly family rare and beautiful holiday destination, at the start of short scenic cruise that will bring you to the white sandy for three generations. Guided and interpretive activities the Great Barrier Reef. The island’s untamed beaches of Tangalooma Island Resort. Tangalooma’s operates daily : Early morning Bird Walk, followed by wilderness and rugged, natural charm entices from wide range of resort facilities caters to everyone and a selection of guided 4WD bus excursions, interpretive the first, providing 4WD adventure and excitement, offers guests of all ages the perfect destination for rainforest walks and adventure activities.Guided night but also a relaxing atmosphere from your base at unique adventure, education, or nature based walks to seek out the shy wildlife inhabitants of the beautiful, eco-friendly Kingfisher Bay Resort. experiences in a truly relaxed environment. rainforest.

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Mirrbooka Aboriginal Experience Tangalooma

Brisbane Gold Coast LONG STAYS Young and vibrant, Brisbane is the capital of Queensland. 21-Night Packages The city lies in the heart of one of the most diverse and Australia’s Gold Coast is well known as one of the World’s popular holiday regions in Australia and enjoys an best holiday destinations. Discover the spectacular enviable climate of hot, bright summers and clear mild coastline. By far the busiest area is Surfer’s Paradise. winters which makes Brisbane ideal for visiting all year round. Inclusions • Arrival and Departure transfer into Gold Coast Brisbane • 21 nights accommodation 3-Night Package Package price, per person, double - from $1205 Marrakesh Apartments - 1 bedroom $2177 Inclusions Crystal Bay Resort - 1 bedroom $1205 • Arrival and departure transfers • 3 nights accommodation • Croc Express day tour

Package price, per person Single Double Triple Sunshine Coast Ibis Brisbane – standard $632 $398 $356 The Sunshine Coast has miles of pristine coastline and Mercure – superior $768 $466 $411 lush hinterland, superb cuisine, action and adventure.The Chifleys – deluxe $832 $498 n/a Coast begins at Caloundra, just one hour’s drive north of Valid for Travel: Nov. 30/10 to Dec. 12/10 and Feb. 1/11 to Mar. 31.11 Brisbane and extends to Cooloola the gateway to World Blackouts apply for special events Heritage Listed Fraser Island.

Long stays available. Please contact your travel agent. 4-Night Package

Inclusions Arrival and departure transfers Noosa Head • 4 nights accommodation • Full day Sunshine Coast and The rare natural beauty of Noosa and its surrounds has Noosa • Mirrbooka Aboriginal Experience been recognized by UNESCO as an official Biosphere Reserve. Located on the protected shores of Laguna Bay, Package price, per person Single Double Triple Hastings Street is a relaxed, pedestrian-friendly thorough- Mantra on Queen – 1 Bedroom $1167 $682 n/a fare. Low-rise and leafy, it is a popular place with visitors Novotel Brisbane – Superior $1151 $674 $575 who flock to the resort accommodation, cosmopolitan Quay West Suites – 1 Bedrooom $1530 $863 $730 cafes, designer shops and alfresco dining along the length of this wide, paved street.

Brisbane Dolphin Resort The Great Outdoors 3-Night Package 7-Night Package

Inclusions Inclusions Arrival and departure transfers • 2 nights accommodation Return coach transfers from the Brisbane Airport in Brisbane with full breakfast daily • 2 day/1 night • 6 nights in a 1 Bedroom Apartment at the Ocean Breeze Tangalooma with return coach and launch transfers Resort in Noosa • Full Day Noosa River Everglades Tour with Lunch • 2 Day/1 Night Fraser Island Discovery Tour Package price, per person Single Double Triple including 1 night at Kingfisher Bay Resort • 1 breakfast Chifleys - Deluxe Room $1004 $996 n/a • 2 lunches and touring on Fraser Island.

Package price, per person Single Double Triple $2159 $1496 $1354

| 18 | www.boomerangtours.ca AIRLIE BEACH AND THE WHITSUNDAYS AUsTRALIA

Whitsundays Island The Great Barrier Reef

Welcome to the magical Whitsundays! A visit to the Romance on the Reef Whitsundays offers something for everyone, from a 6-Night Package fun-filled, adventure-packed family holiday to a luxurious romantic escape for two. Bordered by the Great Barrier Enjoy the vibrant city of Brisbane with a stroll along the Reef in the calm waters of the Coral Sea, the 74 tropical river and a full day tour city sights and river cruise before islands of the Whitsundays lie midway along Australia’s flying to the Whitsundays for your 4 night stay at the Coral Queensland coast. Airlie Beach, on the Whitsunday Coast, Sea Resort. The resort is positioned on the absolute ocean is the vibrant hub of the region, and the gateway to the 74 front and just a short stroll via seaside boardwalk to the islands - only eight of which are inhabited. enchanting Airlie Beach resort village. A stroll in the opposite direction crossing a separate boardwalk with the Sail and Stay in the Whitsundays sea below is Abel Point Marina, your direct access to the 5-Night Package Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. Inclusions This package gives you the best of both worlds – the 2 nights accommodation in Brisbane • Full breakfast for funky and interesting town of Airlie Beach located on a two mornings • City Sights and River Tour • Return air to picturesque peninsula out over the Coral Sea. On your Proserpine • 4 nights at the Coral Sea Resort with Windjammer Barefoot Cruise you will, depending on which sparkling wine, chocolate and coated strawberries on departure you choose: visit Hayman Island, Bait Reef, hike arrival. A two island cruise with lunch • Heli-flight for 2 through rainforest and view Aboriginal rock art at Nara to a private island for a picnic lunch with wine • 1 three Inlet and sail the Whitsunday Passage or cruise to Border course romantic dinner for 2 on the beach • Full breakfast Island and snorkel the fringing reefs, visit Whitehaven daily at the Coral Sea Resort • Return limo transfers from Beach, sail through Solway Pass via Hamilton Island to Proserpine Airport. South Molle. As we said – the best of land and sea! Package price, per person, double – from $2004 Inclusions 2 nights at the Coral Sea Resort • Breakfast daily 4 Day/3 Night Windjammer Barefoot Cruise Reef on a Budget Package price, per person, double – from $1352 6-Night Package

Spend 3 nights in vibrant Brisbane which lends itself to Whitsundays Wonder walking and cycling. Head to the Portside Wharf for its 6-Night Package great cafes and markets, climb the Story Bridge for a bird’s eye view of the Brisbane River or just find a shady spot Enjoy the vibrant city of Brisbane with a stroll along the under a tree overlooking the river and snooze. river and a full day tour to the Australian Zoo before flying Experience one of the best Great Barrier Reef sites at to Hamilton Island for a 4 night stay. When you stroll down Knuckle Reef Lagoon, spend a day relaxing in Airlie Beach to the marina for a lunch, keep your eyes open for the before heading out for a day of sailing onboard Camira – yellow crested cockatoos and rosellas to join you at the visiting Whitehaven Beach. Then to top it off you will have a table – they are extremely cheeky and always hungry. day to explore the tropical paradise that is Long Island! Inclusions Inclusions 2 nights accommodation in Brisbane • Return Brisbane Return Brisbane Airport transfers • 3 nights dorm share Airport transfers • Return flight to Hamilton Island accommodation • 3 breakfasts • 3 hour Paddle and Prawns • 4 nights accommodation on Hamilton island with full River Tour • Instructed Abseiling Lesson • Return flights to breakfast daily • Full day tour to the Great Barrier Reef Proserpine • 3 nights Whitsunday Explorer Package which • 1/2 Day Tour to Whitehaven Beach. includes 2 nights shared accommodation in Airlie Beach, 1 night shared accommodation at Long Island, a Great Package price, per person, double – from $1884 Barrier Reef Adventure Tour including lunch and a full day Camira Sailing Adventure including lunch. Package price, per person, double – from $1160

www.boomerangtours.ca | 19 | AUsTRALIA HOTELS

Cairns

Colonial Club HHH1/2 Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort Lakes Cairns Resort & Spa 345 rooms. Set on tropical HHHH HHHH gardens in the suburb of 314 rooms. This hotel set in 1 280 rooms. The Lakes offers Manunda, 5 km from the city hectares of tropical grounds is 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments centre, this resort has centrally located with easy set amongst 11 acres of lush 3 lagoon swimming pool and access to the attractions of tropical gardens. It adjoins 2 restaurants and combines the Cairns city and only 2 blocks the Botanical Gardens and tranquility of a tropical resort from the Esplanade Boardwalk Centenary Lakes and offers an with the advantages of a and lagoon pool as well as the extensive natural experience mainstream hotel. daily night markets. including boardwalks, botanical gardens and rainforest walks.

Rydges Tradewinds Cairns Mantra Esplanade Cairns Shangri-la at the Marina HHHH HHHH HHHHH 246 rooms. The Rydges is 124 rooms. The Mantra is a 256 rooms. Superbly positioned ideally located on the Cairns smaller property offering 1 and within the cosmopolitan Pier Esplanade overlooking the 2 bedroom apartments and shopping complex and Coral Sea and just a few is centrally located on the overlooking the Marlin Marina. minutes walk from the Cairns. waterfront Esplanade of Cairns All guest rooms and suites The hotel features a resort style with just a short walk to the offer spectacular views of the walk-in pool with spa and Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Casino, marina, bay or garden. They waterfall gardens. the yacht harbour, cafes feature private balconies with and restaurants. deck chairs. Trinity Beach Kewarra Beach Palm Cove

Blue Lagoon Resort Kewarra Beach Resort & Spa The Reef Retreat Paradise on the Beach Mango Lagoon Resort HHHH1/2 HHHH1/2 HHH1/2 HHH1/2 HHHH1/2 Blue Lagoon luxury apartments 75 rooms. This resort is built 37 rooms. Located in Palm 34 rooms. This small 100 room. The modern and is less than 2 minutes walk to around the still waters of a Cove this small boutique contemporary property has a tropical style rooms comprise of Trinity Beach. Ideally placed for lagoon and fringed by the ever apartment property offers choice of room types including 1 & 2 bedroom suites, equipped a trip to the Daintree, the Table- changing waters of the Coral seclusion and comfort. With 2 bedroom apartments. Located with gourmet kitchen, spacious lands or the Great Barrier Reef. Sea and has its own private a range of studios, suites, spa right on the beach in the heart separate living and dining areas The resort offers year-round beach. A freshwater lagoon suites and 2 bedroom villas of Palm Cove, The Paradise on with courtyards for the ground swimming in the temperate and helps to create a feeling of complete with bedroom, the Beach is perfectly located floor suites. Pacific Ocean and has a unique gentle charm in stunning bathroom, living area, kitchen to conveniently access all the village atmosphere. surroundings. and spacious private balconies region’s outstanding with view of the pool. attractions. Port Douglas Daintree

Bay Villas Resort Sabaya Resort Peppers Beach Club Thala Beach Lodge Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa HHH HHHH HHHH1/2 HHHH1/2 HHHH 59 rooms. Designed with an 192 rooms. This resort just 100 rooms. The resort’s elegant 84 rooms. Located just south Only 15 tranquil rainforest emphasis on Spaciousness. The minutes from Port Douglas open-air design is of Port Douglas, Thala Beach villas occupy secluded positions furnishings reflect the Tropical offers a variety of accommoda- reminiscent of a Mediterranean Resort provides a natural and amongst the world’s oldest style of North Queensland. tion options including 1 and 2 Villa.Situated on Davidson secluded environment for living rainforest...reinforcing Located in Port Douglas, the bedroom apartments featuring Street, Peppers is just a short relaxation. Don’t miss the the feeling of being ‘at one with hotel is just a few minutes walk an open living plan, quality stroll from the shops and sunrises and sunsets! nature’, yet still providing all the to the Four Mile Beach. furnishings and a private restaurants of the creature comforts of a boutique balcony. Port Douglas village retreat. | 20 | www.boomerangtours.ca TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND AUsTRALIA

North Queensland Great Barrier Reef

Picture yourself swimming in crystal clear water Experience a Taste of the Reef surrounded by colourful fish, or lazing on a pristine golden 5-Night Package beach fringed by bowed palm trees, or flying through the rainforest canopy in a thrilling bungee jump. Far North Inclusions Queensland is renowned worldwide, and there is no • Arrival and departure transfers in Cairns wonder why. It is all available at Cairns, Port Douglas and • 3 nights accommodation Palm Cove. • 2 full breakfasts • Kuranda Day Tour with lunch At Cairns, Port Douglas and Palm Cove you can • Full Day Tour to the Rainforest with lunch experience everything from the coral reef to the majestic • 2 night Coral Cay Experience including accommodation, ancient rainforest, from breathtaking waterfalls to full breakfast daily and an Outer Barrier Reef Experience beautiful white sandy beaches, and from inspiring with lunch. Aboriginal culture to the excitement of Cairns nightlife. Your only option is to enjoy your holidays! Package price, per person, double – from $1215 Cairns Cairns, the heart of Tropical North Queensland and Australia’s primary gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Harbour and Island Getaway is a vibrant, eclectic city framed by the spectacular twin 7-Night Package backdrops of rainforest mountain ranges and the sparkling Coral Sea. The World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Inclusions Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef and the Outback is all within • Arrival and departure transfers in Cairns easy reach. • 3 nights accommodation in a Superior Room • Hot Air Balloon flight with breakfast The Cairns Esplanade is the city’s main attraction with a • Breakfast at the Cairns Zoo lovely oceanfront promenade, saltwater swimming lagoon • Return flights to Lizard Island and beach. You will find numerous restaurants, bars and • 4 nights accommodation on Lizard Island including full hotels lining the Esplanade... all offering beautiful breakfast, lunch and dinner, selected alcoholic and non- waterfront views. Thousands of visitors flock to the alcoholic beverages Esplanade to enjoy the alfresco dining and relax in the • Many resort activities beautiful surroundings of this modern city. Package price, per person – from $4372

Just a Taste Coast and Caves 3-Night Package 5-Night Package

Inclusions Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers • Arrival and departure transfers in Cairns • 3 nights accommodation • 4 nights accommodation • 2 continental breakfasts • 3 continental breakfasts • Full day small group Great Barrier Reef Cruise • Full day Great Barrier Reef Cruise with lunch with lunch • Cairns Night Zoo with BBQ dinner • Cairns Night Zoo tour with BBQ dinner • 2 day/1 night Undara Cave Experience with coach travel to Undara and rail back, 1 nights accommodation, Package price, per person, double – from $606 breakfast on Day 2 and lunch and dinner on Day 1, Upgrades to a 4 Star Hotel from $635 National Park • Entry Fees, Archway Explorer Tour and Wildlife at Sunset Tour.

Package price, per person, double – from $1120

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Daintree wild life Cairns Zoo

PALM COVE The Great Escape There are few times in the world when natural and man- 7-Night Package made ingredients are mixed together with a gentle hand to create a special location that is the mirror of paradise. Inclusions Palm Cove, is one of these locations and only 20 minutes • Arrival and departure transfers into Port Douglas from Cairns. It is a glorious beachside community bursting • 7 nights accommodation with fun activities and excellent accommodation, yet still • Low Isles Sailaway Cruise with lunch retains a relaxed seaside atmosphere with sensitive levels • Cape Tribulation by Appointment with lunch of development. Package price, per person, double - from $1249 Perfect Week in the Sun 7-Night Package DAINTREE This spectacular region is a must on any visitor’s northern Inclusions itinerary... allow yourself time to explore at nature’s pace! • Arrival and departure transfers from Cairns Airport Daintree Village, once the heart of the timber industry, • 7 nights in a Studio Apartment in Palm Cove nestles in a bend of the Daintree River where cruise boats • Full Day Kuranda Classic Tour glide between the jungle homes of birds, animals and • Frankland Island Snorkeling Cruise with lunch reptiles including large crocodiles and pythons. • Dinner at the Cairns Zoo A naturalist’s paradise, this region is recognized for its superb wildlife. Package price, per person, double - from $1009 Upgrade to a 4.5 star property from $1089 per person Pamper Yourself 3-Night Package PORT DOUGLAS Port Douglas is just an hour’s drive from Cairns via a Inclusions spectacular coastal road that is surrounded by forest and • Arrival and departure transfers to the resort the Coral Sea. It is the place where glittering green merges • 3 nights accommodation at the Daintree Eco Lodge into blue; the only place on Earth where two World heritage • Full breakfast daily listed jewels exist; the Great Barrier Reef and the • Welcome spa gift rainforest of Daintree and Cape Tribulation. We all need • 30 minute introductory wellness experience time out now and again, so enter a laid back tropical oasis • Choice of a one hour massage, facial or foot treatment with sophisticated worldly comforts with a small friendly village atmosphere. Package price, per person, double - from $1018

Short Retreat Cultural Learning 3-Night Package 3-Night Package

Inclusions Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers into Port Douglas • Arrival and departure transfers to the resort • 3 nights accommodation • 3 nights accommodation at the Daintree Eco Lodge • Sunset Sail with Champagne and Canapes • Full breakfast daily • Low Isles Sailaway Cruise with lunch • 60 minute Aboriginal rainforest walk • 30 minute Aboriginal seminar on weaponry and artifacts Package price, per person, double- from $573 • 2 hour cultural workshop Upgrade to a 4.5 star property from $765 per person • 10% off spa treatments

Package price, per person, double - from $1032

| 22 | www.boomerangtours.ca GREAT BARRIER REEF ESCAPES AUsTRALIA

Lady Elliot Island Great Barrier Reef

HERON ISLAND DAYDREAM ISLAND If you are a nature lover, Heron Island really is a special Daydream Island is one of seven islands of the Molle place. It is a natural coral cay 89kms off the coast of Group, a sub-group of the Whitsunday Islands. The island Queensland, so it is not another Great Barrier Reef resort, is small, measuring 1 km in length and 400 m at its it is a resort on the Great Barrier Reef. You don’t have to widest point. The highest point on the island is 51 metres take any special boat trips to experience one of the won- above sea level. Daydream Island is a mecca for sailing ders of the world. The reef, with a myriad of colourful coral enthusiasts. It has a unique outdoor aquarium, with exotic and reef fish, is right there, at your fingertips, right off the sea life from the Great Barrier Reef. The aquarium has beach. In the crystal clear aquamarine waters surround- about 80 different types of sea life and about 50 different ing the island, stunning coral gardens and sea creatures corals. Wallabies roam around outside the resort by the great and small flourish in abundance and colour. It makes beach. Heron Island a natural place for divers, swimmers, and people who love to snorkel. Island Dream 7-Night Package Heavenly Heron 7-Night Package Inclusions • 2 nights accommodation at the Coral Sea Resort Inclusions including daily continental breakfast • 2 nights accommodation at the Gladstone Rydges • Return boat transfer Abel Point Marina/Daydream Island • One way boat transfer from Gladstone to Heron Island • 5 nights accommodation at the Daydream Island resort • 5 nights accommodation at the Heron Island Resort including full breakfast daily including full breakfast daily • One way helicopter transfer from Heron Island to Package price, per person, double - from $992 Gladstone Airport Package price, per person, double – from $1570 DUNK ISLAND The thing that makes Dunk Island special is that you can shape your stay into whatever you want it to be. Romantic LADY ELLIOT ISLAND getaway, adventure fuelled, family celebration, or a simple At Lady Elliot Island on the Great Barrier Reef, you can return to quiet pleasures with close friends. On the gentler step off the beach and snorkel, swim or dive in an under- side you could start with a rainforest walk taking in water holiday world of brilliantly coloured species of ma- spectacular views from the summit of Mt Kootaloo, a rine life, or just simply relax and soak in the natural island snorkel at Muggy Muggy Beach. There is also day trips to atmosphere. The lagoon protects and nurtures the curios- the Great Barrier Reef. ity of the beginners while a little further out experienced snorklers and divers descend to see the coral sea. Dunking Paradise 7-Night Package Lady of the Sea 7-Night Package Inclusions • 2 nights accommodation at the Hotel Cairns including Inclusions full breakfast daily • 2 nights at the Mantra Hervey Bay Fraser Coast • One way coach/boat transfer Cairns to Dunk Island • Return flights Hervey Bay/Lady Elliot Island • 5 nights accommodation at the Dunk Island Resort • 5 nights accommodation at the Lady Elliot Eco Resort including full breakfast daily including daily breakfast and dinner • One way boat/coach transfer Dunk Island to Cairns Airport Package price, per person, double – from $1304 Package price, per person, double - from $1145

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Snorkeling Coral Princess Cruise

One of the biggest icons of Australia and one of the main Small Ship Cruise with Coral things visitors to Australia want to experience is the Great 6-Night Package Barrier Reef. Yet, most people take various types of day tours to the reef and feel that they’ve experienced the reef. Inclusions If you are one who really wants to know and feel the power • Arrival and departure transfers in Cairns and beauty of the reef, you need to consider spending • 3 nights pre-cruise accommodation 2, 3 or 7 days on the reef. We included 4 of the best • 3 breakfasts experiences available for all tastes and budgets. If you • Full day Kuranda All Inclusive with Gold Upgrade consider the cost of accommodation, a day tour to the reef • Full day Cape Tribulation tour with lunch and the cost of food for your 3 or 4 day land stay, staying • Transfers to/from Marlin Jetty on the reef not only works out to be comparable but also • 3 nights Cairns to Townsville cruise including meals, tea provides a complete experience. and coffee, use of snorkeling equipment, masks, fins, floatation vests and wetsuits, presentations by a Marine Biologist and access to islands, marine parks and It’s All the Time I Have national parks 5-Night Package • Return flight from Townsville to Cairns

Inclusions Package price, per person, double - from $2548 • Arrival and departure transfers in Cairns • 3 nights accommodation in Cairns • Full Day Kuranda All Inclusive Sail and Rail • Cairns Night Zoo with BBQ dinner 11-Night Package • Return transfers to Marlin Jetty • 3 Days/2 Nights Reef Encounter Cruise which includes This package offers the ultimate in North Queensland 2 nights in a Stateroom, meals, snorkeling equipment touring. Spend 2 days exploring the tropical city of and instruction and marine biologist presentations. Brisbane before boarding the legendary Sunlander Train for a 2 days/1 night journey through spectacular coastal Package price, per person, double - from $1255 scenery and picturesque cane fields as the train makes its way to Cairns. Board your 4 night cruise late on day 3 and spend 3 full days cruising the reef and exploring ­ Dive or Snorkel Liveboard some of the lovely islands. At the end of the cruise, we on a budget have arranged a 3 nights stay in Palm Cove together 5-Night Package with a land based tour to round out your Tropical North Queensland stay. This package concludes with your Inclusions transfer to the Cairns airport. • Arrival transfers • 3 nights accommodation in Cairns Inclusions • 3 breakfasts • Transfers to/from hotels and terminals as required • Day tour Cairns Tropical Zoo with breakfast • 2 nights accommodation in Brisbane • 3 Days/2 Nights Reef Liveaboard Experience which • An introduction to Brisbane Tour includes Cairns hotel pick-up/drop-off, all meals and bed • Queenslander Class cabin on the Sunlander linen. If you choose the Divers Option it also includes all train including all meals dive equipment such as dive computer, long leg wetsuit, • 1 night pre-cruise accommodation in Cairns dive flashlight and dive insurance • 4 nights Coral Princess Cruise with all meals, snorkeling gear, coffee/ tea and a Marine Biologist presentation Divers package, per person, double - from $978 • 3 nights post-cruise accommodation in Palm Cove Snorkelers Package, per person, double - from $905 • 1 day Kuranda All Inclusive tour Package price, per person, double - from $3863

| 24 | www.boomerangtours.ca Melbourne hotels AUsTRALIA

Great Ocean Road - Twelve Apostles Melbourne at night

Citigate Melbourne Grand Mercure Swanston The Grand Chancellor Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne Ibis Melbourne HHHH HHHH HHHH HHHH HHH 179 rooms. Contemporary hotel 200 rooms. Located in the heart 160 rooms. The hotel is ideally The Vibe Savoy Hotel 250 rooms. Located within easy located in the Central Business of Melbourne. A modern city located in the vibrant theatre Melbourne is located on the walking distance of Queen Vic- District of Melbourne, within hotel, the Grand Mercure offers district where guests will enjoy corner of Little Collins and toria Markets, Lygon Street and walking distance to the city cen- quality accommodation with all the delights Melbourne Spencer Streets, adjacent to the Melbourne’s Central Shopping tre, major sporting, shopping contemporary amenities to has to offer. All within easy Telstra Dome at Docklands. The district. The hotel rooms and and entertainment venues. The ensure a relaxed and walking distance. The hotel is hotel is minutes walk or tram spacious one and two bedroom hotel is located directly opposite comfortable stay. also within walking distance to ride to the Yarra River apartments offering great value Flinders Street Station. major sporting venues. and Crown Casino. city accommodation.

Langham Melbourne Clarion Suites Gateway Travelodge South Bank Quay West Suites Melbourne Holiday Inn Melbourne HHHHH HHHH HHH HHHHH Airport HHH1/2 This classical hotel situated 122 rooms. Located on the 275 rooms. This is an excellent 96 rooms. Less than 3 kilo- The modern and comfortable on the banks of the Yarra River banks of the Yarra River, in the choice with good value for metres from the CBD and 8 floor hotel is just 500 metres offers views of the Melbourne heart of Melbourne’s business money. Guests will be within set amongst cosmopolitan from the airport. Within a 30 city skyline. It is located amid district and within a short stroll easy walking distance to Southbank. Provides the ideal minute drive to the lively shops, Southbank’s restaurants and of the Melbourne Exhibition and restaurants, cafes, shopping, location for exploring the best restaurants and bars of the city boutiques, and a short stroll Convention Centre, Southgate art galleries and the Crown Melbourne has to offer while centre. from the Arts Centre and the dining precinct, nightclubs and Casino. Many cultural offerings offering the convenience of all- Botanical Gardens. shopping districts. are just minutes away. suite accommodation.

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Victoria Winery Melbourne

vICtoria Melbourne Explorer Tour Hugging the tip of the Australian east coast, Victoria 4-Night Package is Australia’s second-smallest state, covering 227,600 square kilometers - roughly the size of the British Isles. Inclusions Packed into such a compact area is a wealth of diverse • Arrival and departure transfers regional areas and attractions, from sweeping coastline • 3 nights accommodaiton and pristine beaches to national parks and forests • 3 continental breakfasts teeming with wildlife to wineries, lakes and mountains • Birds Eye View Tour Eureka Sky Deck offering skiing, climbing and hiking. • Full Day Philip Island Small Group Tour including dinner and entry fees • 2 Days/1 Night Great Ocean Road including 1 night deluxe Melbourne accommodation, lunch on day 1 and 2 and dinner on day 1 Victoria’s capital, Melbourne, sits on the Yarra River Package price, per person, double - from $1136 and around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Lauded for its sense of style and elegance, Melbourne boasts glamorous Single Double Triple festivals and events, Australia’s best shopping, a lively Crown Plaza – Standard room $1515 $1170 $1299 passion for eating and drinking, and a flourishing interest Citigate Hotel – Citigate Room $1459 $1136 $1059 in the arts. Restored and preserved nineteenth-century architecture, built following the discovery of gold, provides a heady reminder of a prosperous age, while beautifully tended parks and gardens present a therapeutic respite from the pace of city life. Ultimate Melbourne Experience 7-Night Package

We have customized this ultimate tour to ensure the best Melbourne Quick Look Tour possible experience at each of the “must see” in 3-Night Package Melbourne – Yarra Valley, Philip Island and the Great Ocean Road. The difference between this package and others is that all the tours are small group. The Philip We have designed this short stay itinerary to allow visitors Island tour has a maximum of 12 with exclusive entry into who have limited time to still experience the lovely city of the Penguins Plus boardwalk, the Great Ocean Road tour Melbourne. has a maximum of 14 guests and the Yarra Valley Wine tour has a maximum of 24 guests. And, of course, no visit Inclusions to Melbourne would be complete without dinner at the • Arrival and departure transfers well known Colonial Tram Car Restaurant. • 3 nights accommodation • 3 full breakfasts Inclusions • 3 Days Melbourne and Beyond Smart Visitors Card • Arrival and departure transfers • 1/2 day Hidden Secrets Tour • 7 nights accommodation • 1/2 Hidden Secrets Tour Package price, per person, double - from $650 • Full day wine tour with lunch • Full day Phillip Island Penguins tour with dinner Single Double Triple • Full day Shipwrecks and Wild Cliff Tops tour with lunch Ibis Melbourne – Standard $868 $650 $602 • Late seating dinner aboard the Colonial Tramcar Holiday Inn on Flinders – Superior $1112 $790 $743 Quay West Suites – 1 Bedroom $1643 $1033 $884 Package price, per person, double - from $2233

Single Double Triple The Langham Hotel – Classic Room $3464 $2233 $2012

| 26 | www.boomerangtours.ca YARRA VALLEY AND GREAT OCEAN ROAD AUsTRALIA

Port Campbell Yarra Valley

Yarra Valley And Mornington Great Ocean Road Peninsula 5-Day Package 5-Day Package

The Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula are both Travel one of the world’s most scenic roads through the noted Internationally for their fi ne wine, regional produce Great Ocean Road region which covers south-west Victoria and luxury Country retreats. While the Mornington and is home to the famous 12 Apostles. Peninsula is almost surrounded by the sea, much of the Yarra Valley and the Dandenong ranges are cloaked in DAY 1 • Melbourne to Sovereign Hill – 115 kms beautiful forests. Ballarat is the main centre of the Victorian Central Highlands, the biggest attraction is Sovereign Hill, a theme DAY 1 • Melbourne to Rye – 80 kms park re-creating the old gold rush days. Its staff members Join the Nepean Highway to Frankston and on to the dress in period costume, and it contains realistic stores Mornington Peninsula. Mornington Peninsula is arguably and banks. Overnight: Sovereigin Hill Lodge Melbourne’s best kept secret. It has much of Victoria’s earliest history, golf courses, restaurants and one of DAY 2 • Ballarat – Halls Gap - 141 kms Australia’s fi nest wine producing regions. Sorrento/ Depart Ballarat and rejoin the Western Freeway traveling Portsea – attractions include the Marine aquarium. You can through Ararat to arrive at Halls Gap. Halls Gap is hidden see seals being fed or take a cruise on Port Phillip Bay and in the heart of Australia’s most spectacular wilderness swim with the dolphins. Overnight: One Four Nelson, Rye region. Overnight: Halls Gap Colonial Motor Inn

DAY 2 • Explore the area with your Mornington Peninsula DAY 3 • Halls Gap – Port Fairy - 158 kms Attractions Pass which allows you entry into 4 of the icons Port Fairy is a delightful little fi shing port and seaside of the area including admission at Point Nepean National resort at the mouth of the Moyne River it is one of the Park and a ride on the Point Nepean Transporter with oldest settlements in Victoria. Overnight: Comfort Inn commentary. Port Fairy DAY 3 • Rye to Cowes - 150 kms Depart Rye to Cranbourne ; join the South Gippsland DAY 4 • Port Fairy – Apollo Bay - 190 kms Highway to Phillip Island. At San Remo cross the bridge Apollo Bay is a scenic little fi shing port, boasting some to Phillip Island, home of the fairy penguins that emerge magnifi cent beaches. Enjoy a 10 minute scenic helicopter from the surf at dusk. The island has a wildlife reserve with fl ight over Port Campbell and the 12 Apostles. koalas, fur seals, pelicans and mutton-birds. The Ultimate Overnight: Comfort Inn The International Penguin Tour is included. Overnight: The Continental Hotel DAY 5 • Apollo Bay – Melbourne - 195 kms DAY 4 • Phillip Island to Yarra Glen – 167 kms Drive back to Melbourne to return your car The Yarra Valley is endowed with some of the most beautiful countryside in Victoria. The Healesville Sanctuary is home to Australian birds and animal like the platypus, INCLUSIONS koalas, Tasmanian devils and echidnas are included • 5 day small car rental (Entrance fees included). You may want to visit one of the • 4 night accommodation many vineyards for lunch and glass of wine. • 1 admission to Sovereign Hill evening show and Overnight: Mercure Yarra Valley Balgownie Estate two-course dinner • 10 minute scenic helicopter fl ight over Port Campbell DAY 5 • Yarra Glen to Melbourne – 48 kms and the 12 Apostles Drive back to Melbourne to return your car. Package price, per person, double - from $882

INCLUSIONS • 5 day small car rental • 4 night accommodation • Morinington Peninsula Pass • Ultimate Penguin Tour Package price, per person, double - from $875 www.boomerangtours.ca | 27 | AUsTRALIA adelaide and south australia

Kangaroo Island Victoria Square, Adelaide

This small state has it all. Visitors can cellar hop in the Barossa Valley and cycle between vineyards and churches in the Clare Valley.

Lose yourself in Adelaide’s sprawling green parklands and visit the picturesque German village of Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Breakfree Director’s Studios Hotel Grand Chancellor Meet native wildlife on Kangaroo Island and swim with Adelaide Adelaide on Currie 1/2 1/2 sea lions on the Eyre Peninsula. Four wheel drive past HH HHH the deep red gorges of the Flinders Ranges and soar over 60 rooms. This small comfortable ­ 64 rooms. Located in the centre majestic Wilpena Pound. Swim, surf and fish on the hotel is located in the heart of of the “City of Churches”. Perfect Adelaide and close to the CBD, to explore the renowned wine pristine beaches of the Fleurieu Peninsula and glide within walking distance of China- growing regions. The hotel has an past the willow-fringed banks of the Murray River on a town, the Central Markets, Rundle intimate and elegant atmosphere houseboat. Shopping Mall and many more and is a uniquely styled beautiful attractions and restaurants. neo-Georgian property. Dive into shipwrecks and Aboriginal history on the Yorke Peninsula. Explore the fossil-rich Naracoorte Caves on the Limestone Coast.

From historic buildings to pristine islands, you will love South Australia’s rich heritage and spectacular natural attractions.

Mercure Grosvenor Adelaide Hotel Grand Chancellor on 1/2 HHH Hindley HHHH 243 rooms. Located opposite the 180 rooms.This bigger Grand Sky City Casino. A historic 1920’s Chancellor property is centrally Adelaide landmark, the hotel located in the heart of Adelaide offers a wide variety of and only a short stroll away from facilities and comforts yet retains the vibrant Rundle Mall and its nostalgic Australian charm. Adelaide’s bustling entertainment district. Good value for money.

Oaks Plaza at the Pier Hilton Adelaide Intercontinental Adelaide HHHH HHHH HHHHH Located in the seaside suburb of This modern high rise hotel is 367 rooms. This modern hotel Glenelg. The property is a beach adjacent to Adelaide’s Victoria features a lobby that opens up the side apartment hotel offering Square and Central Market. It is first of four atriums that are key 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with 100 metres from Adelaide’s shop- architectural features of the hotel. beautiful views of the city, marina ping and theatre districts. There The hotel is a short stroll away or ocean featuring modern decor is a tram at the hotel’s doorstep in from local tourist attractions and throughout. Victoria Square. the main shopping precinct.

| 28 | www.boomerangtours.ca ADELAIDE AUsTRALIA

Barossa Valley Kangaroo Island

Admire the elegant colonial architecture and browse Wine and Wildlife museums and libraries along North Terrace. Shop up a storm at Rundle Mall or sample the fresh produce from 6-Night Package Adelaide Central Market. You can picnic in sprawling A great choice for those with the extra time and the budget Botanic Park, explore the museums, markets and historic to explore the wineries and wildlife at a slower pace in a harbour of Port Adelaide or do a cultural tour of Adelaide small group setting and who would like to mix with local Botanic Gardens with a local Kaurna guide or simply sit Aussie’s on the mighty Murray River. on the beach in Glenelg soaking up the rays. Package price, per person, double - from $4021 Adelaide Short Stay Single Double Triple 3-Night Package Oaks Plaza at the Pier – Studio $4884 $4021 n/a

This package was designed for those who have very limited Inclusions time in Adelaide but still want to experience the wine and • Arrival and departure transfers wildlife in the area. • 2 nights accommodation • Transfers to/from the domestic airport Package price, per person, double - from $844 • 3 day Kangaroo Island Wanderer which includes return Single Double Triple air flights Mercure Grosvenor $1132 $844 $795 • 2 nights B&B accommodation on Kangaroo Island, Grand Chancellor on Currie $1156 $868 $832 breakfast on day 2 and 3 and lunch and dinner on day 1 and 2 Inclusions • 3 day Barossa, Riverland and Claire Valley Experience • Arrival and departure transfers which includes 2 nights on a paddlewheeler, breakfast on • 3 nights accommodation day 2 and 3 and lunch on day 1, 2, and 3 • 3 full breakfasts • Full day Barossa Wine Tour with lunch • 1/2 day Central Market Tour Bit of Everything Tour • Full day Kangaroo Island (Cruise/Cruise Option with lunch) 6-Night Package

Good for passengers who want to see it all city, outback, River, Wine and Wildlife wildlife and wineries. 5-Night Package Package price, per person, double - from $2130 This itinerary is perfect for those with a little more time as Single Double Triple you get to spend 1 night on Kangaroo Island, a full day tour Grand Chancellor on Hindley $2749 $2130 n/a to the Barossa Valley and to cruise on a paddleboat on the Murray River. Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers Package price, per person, double - from $1247 • 5 nights accommodation in Adelaide with continental Single Double Triple breakfast Director’s Studio – Studio Room $1620 $1247 $1182 • 1/2 day Adelaide Central Market Tour Oaks Embassy – 1 Bedroom Dlx. $1818 $1346 $1250 • 1/2 day Adelaide City tour • Full day Barossa Valley Wine Tour Inclusions • Full day Kangaroo Island Highlights Cruise/Cruise option • Arrival and departure transfers with lunch • 4 nights accommodation • 2 day 4WD Flinders Ranges including 1 nights • Full day Barossa Valley Experience with lunch accommodation, hotel pick-up and drop-off, breakfast on • Full day Riverboats on the Murray tour with lunch day 2 and lunch on day 1 and 2 and all Park Entry fees. • 2 day/1 night Kangaroo Island – Cruise/Cruise option with accommodation at the Ozone Hotel – Superior Room

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Kangaroo Island Eyre Peninsula

Fleurieu Peninsula And Eyre Peninsula Kangaroo Island 7-Night Package 4-Night Package The Eyre Peninsula stretches over 600 miles from east to west and 250 miles from north to south and is less than 30 minutes drive from Adelaide, the comprised of two very distinct regions. The coastal area Fleurieu Peninsula has rolling hills of vineyards, is a combination of long white stretches of sand and high untouched bushland, stunning beaches and dramatic craggy cliffs and the waters teem with a variety of sealife. coastlines. Just a short ferry ride away is Kangaroo Island The inland area is vast desert plains and the spectacular which is Australia’s third largest island and renowned for gawler Ranges while the land between the desert and the its diversity and abundance of wildlife. Combine the two sea produces fi elds of grain. areas and you have a marvelous self-drive side trip. DAY 1• Adelaide to Victor Harbour – 100km This itinerary has been created for those who want a taste This coastal playground is famed for its laidback lifestyle, of the big city, but really want to explore the stunning with a variety of water sports activities for every taste, beaches along of the coast of the Eyre Peninsula and to quirky and quaint small coastal towns full of history and spend time in the outback of the Gawler Ranges with their of course, the wineries. Depending what time you depart abundance of wildlife, rock formations and aboriginal Adelaide you may wish to visit a few of the 70 cellar doors history. around McLaren Vale, Langhorne Creek or Currency Creek or maybe the beaches are of more interest – have a look at InClusIOns: the beaches on the eastern coast of the peninsula on your • Arrival and departure transfers in Adelaide drive down. • 2 nights accommodation in Adelaide • 1/2 day Central Market tour DAY 2 • Explore Victor Harbour and goolwa • Transfer from the hotel to the domestic airport Your tour includes a full day Spirit Australia Cruise which • One way fl ight from Adelaide to Port Lincoln Travel 30 kilometers into the pristine waters of Coorong • 2 nights accommodation in Port Lincoln National Park. Tour includes lunch and afternoon tea • Full day Sea Lion Adventure tour • 4 day/3 night Gawler Ranges Safari including 3 night DAY 3 • Victor Harbour to Kangaroo Island – 1h45 minutes camping accommodation, small group travel vehicle, Cross from Cape Jervis to Kangaroo Island on the Sealink breakfast on Day 2, 3 and 4, lunch on Day 1, 2, 3 and 4, car and passenger ferry landing at Penneshaw. dinner on Day 1, 2 and 3 and touring with an experienced The Kangaroo Island Information Centre is located on guide Howard Drive in Penneshaw and they will be able to assist you with maps, directions and self-touring options Package price, per person, double - from $3251 DAY 4 • Day at leisure DAY 5 • Return to Adelaide Today, you cross on the ferry again saying goodbye to Kangaroo Island and drive back to Adelaide to return your car.

InClusIOns • 4 nights accommodation • 4 full breakfasts • 5 day standard automatic car rental including Accident Excess Reduction insurance • Return ferry costs for both the car and passengers • Full day Coorang National Park Cruise in Goolwa

Package price, per person, double - from $1096

Eyre Peninsula

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Murray Magic River Opal Mine near Coober Pedy

Murray River Magic On the Opal Trail - Coober Pedy 6-Night Package 2-Night Package

This short itinerary is best suited to those who want to Coober Pedy has evolved in to one of the most unique get out on the water to experience life the way it was in places in Australia and perhaps the world. It is a the 1800s as this area of South Australia was settled and cosmopolitan town with a population of 3,500 and over 45 the Murray River played such an important part in the different nationalities. The relaxed and friendly lifestyle of development. the town has made it a breeding ground for cultural tolerance, diversity and acceptance. Highlights • Wildlife watching along the river Coober Pedy is probably best known for its unique style • Visit to Burk Salter’s vineyard on the bank of the Murray of underground living. There is a range of underground • Guided tour of Swan Reach a town first settled in the accommodation as well as above ground if you prefer. 1850s There are authentic underground homes to explore as well • Woolshed Show at Sunnydale as underground museums, potteries, opal shops, an art • Visit to the Native Wildlife Shelter gallery and, of course, opal mines. • Traditional Aussie BBQ on the banks of the river • Guided boardwalk tour of the Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Your 3 day Coober Pedy Adventure offers you the Reserve opportunity to explore a piece of the South Australian • Farewell Captains dinner Outback – stay in an underground hotel room, learn how they mine and process opals, see the amazing 5300km long dog fence built to keep the dingos out and see for yourself Inclusions where some of the scenes from Mad Max Beyond the • Arrival and departure transfers Thunderdome were shot – Moon Plains and much more! • 2 nights accommodation in Adelaide • Transfers from hotel to Mannum Inclusions • 5 day/4 night Outback Heritage Cruise including all • Return flights between Adelaide and Coober Pedy meals, guided walks, access to on board library and video • Transfers between Coober Pedy Airport and your hotel • Transfers back to your hotel at the conclusion of the • 2 nights accommodation in an underground room cruise • Noodling for your own opal : 4 hour Desert Cave Tour featuring a town tour, a visit to a working opal field to see Package price, per person, double - from $1820 opal-mining methods, visit to the Breakaways (a colourful exposed sandstone outcrops), the famous Dog Fence, the Serbian Underground church and a genuine underground home town tour. • Daily breakfast and one dinner • Return airport/coach terminal transfers

Operates: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Departs: 10.15am (Day 1) - Returns: 2.35pm (Day 3)

Package price, per person, double - from $1352

Single Double Triple Package Price $1595 $1352 $1302 Subject to change based on domestic airfare increases

Native Wildlife Shelter

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Aboriginal rock art of the Gagudju people Darwin • Northern Territory Parliement

Northern Territory The Northern Territory is the quintessential Australian experience and a geographer’s dream. It is made up of six main destinations and their surrounds.

The journey from north to south begins with the tropical shores of vibrant Darwin and ends in the dramatic deserts Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront Travelodge Mirambeena Resort of the Red Centre. The Northern Territory is home to HHH1/2 HHH1/2 World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta and Kakadu 120 rooms. This funky contem- 222 rooms. The resort has rooms National Parks, which preserve and perpetuate both porary style property is situated in a range of styles and facilities natural and cultural treasures. In fact, the Red Centre is conveniently in the Darwin City and is set in 1.6 hectares of home to the world’s oldest river system, the Finke River, Waterfront. The property is on tropical gardens with 2 swimming and Arnhem Land is home to the world’s oldest living the fringe of Darwin’s city centre, pools and spa. It is also culture. perfectly positioned to explore situated near to the Darwin Cruise waterfront restaurants, boutique Terminal and within easy walking Darwin shops and seafront promenades. distance of the city centre. Darwin is the tropical capital city of Australia’s Northern Territory. Darwin has a relaxed outdoor lifestyle and enjoys warm weather all year round.

Perched on a peninsula with sea on three sides, Darwin is an excellent base to explore the natural attractions of World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park, Litchfield and Nitmiluk National Parks, the Tiwi Islands and Arnhem Land. Its colourful history has contributed to Darwin’s Skycity Darwin Novotel Darwin Atrium cultural diversity - more than 50 nationalities make up its HHHH HHHH 100,000 population, including the area’s traditional 120 rooms. This beachside 140 rooms. Located at the end landowners, the Larrakia Aboriginal people. The cultural property is located next to the of The Esplanade. The hotel is a and culinary benefits of such a melting pot are best Mindil beach night markets The leisurely stroll to Mitchell Street. property offers first class boutique It features a 5 storey atrium with experienced at Darwin’s weekly markets, variety of style accommodation and is set indoor rainforest, complete with restaurants and through the annual calendar of amongst 18 acres of lush tropical cascading vines, palm trees. festivals and other Darwin events. gardens and boasts a lagoon style infinity edge pool.

Mantra on the Esplanade Crowne Plaza Darwin HHHH HHHH1/2 204 rooms. Located on the 235 rooms. The hotel is very close Esplanade overlooking Darwin to shopping centres, and is just Harbour, the hotel is within walk- minutes from the Esplanade. ing distance of the city centre. It has an exciting cosmopolitan This all suite hotel has recently atmosphere. The public areas of undergone a soft refurbishment the hotel are light and airy and giving the property a the property has been recently Kakadu National Park contemporary and stylish feel. refurbished.

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Kakadu National Park Jabiru bird

Just a Quick Stop Territory Explorer 2-Night Package 5-Night Package

This short package allows you a little time on your own to This package gives you a taste of Darwin and then travels explore Darwin as well as seeing it from the water before in a small group to Kakadu National Park, Katherine a full day to Kakadu National Park Gorge and Litchfield National Park.

Inclusions Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers • Arrival and departure transfers • 2 nights accommodation • 3 nights accommodation in Darwin • 2 full breakfasts • 3 full breakfasts • 3 1/2 hour Sunset Cruise with dinner • Entry into the Crocosaurus Cove attraction • Full day Kakadu and Yellow Water Tour including lunch • Sunset Dinner Cruise • 3 day Top End Highlights tour including 2 nights hotel or Package price, per person, double - from $625 deluxe camping, touring by small group vehicle, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 2 dinners Single Double Triple Vibe Hotel – Superior $772 $625 $611 Package price, per person, double - from $1796 Novotel Atrium – Standard $793 $638 $627 Single Double Package Price $2491 $1796 Note: This package only operates from May 1st to Oct. 31st during the dry Get Acquainted season 4-Night Package

With a little more time you will travel to the Adelaide River the location of the well known “jumping crocs”, Immersed in Culture see Darwin from the water and visit the stunning 4-Night Package Katherine Gorge area plus still have time to stroll the esplanade in Darwin. This package is suited to visitors who want to really see, feel and experience the Aborginal culture of the Northern Inclusions Territory. Time has been allotted for you to experience the • Arrival and departure transfers vibrant city of Darwin with its mix of cultures and lifestyles • 4 nights accommodation but the main focus is indigenous culture. • 4 full breakfasts • Afternoon Jumping Croc tour Inclusions • Sunset Dinner Cruise • Arrival and departure transfers • Full day Katherine Gorge tour with lunch • 3 nights accommodation in a Superior room at the Crowne Plaza Package price, per person, double - from $840 • 3 full breakfasts • Tour by plane to Bathurst Island for a full day with the Single Double Triple Tiwa Island natives including morning tea and lunch Travelodge Mirambeena - Standard $1086 $840 $814 • 2 day Ubirr, Guluyambi and Arnhem Land tour including Mantra Esplanade - Cityview Room $1699 $1147 n/a 1 night hotel accommodation in Kakadu National Park, park entry fee and lunch on day 1 and 2.

Package price, per person, double - from $1748

www.boomerangtours.ca | 33 | AUsTRALIA Alice springs AND ayers rock HOTELS

Alice Spring Aboriginal Geridoo player Devil’s Marbles

Alice on Todd HHH Aurora Alice Springs HHH Alice Station B&B HHH1/2

The Alice is situated overlooking the banks of the 109 rooms. One of the most centrally located hotels in 4 rooms. This architect designed house is constructed Todd River and is only a short walk to the town centre, Alice Springs, it is situated on the bustling Todd Mall, on recycled Ghan Railway sleepers is situated in the sporting facilities and major areas of interest including the town’s main shopping precinct. Restaurants and heart of Alice Springs, within walking distance from Alice Springs Casino and golf course precinct. The self cafes, airline and tour offices, churches and the tourist Olive Pink Botanic Gardens, the Alice Springs Casino, contained apartments are ideal for singles, couples and information centre are all on the hotels doorstep. This Golf Course and Convention Centre. The interior is families. vibrant property is designed around a tranquil courtyard modern, comfortable and tastefully decorated with an setting featuring a swimming pool and BBQ area. outback charm and has a salt water swimming pool.

Ayers Rock

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs HHHH Outback Pioner HHH1/2 Emu Walk Apartments HHH1/2

236 rooms. This large hotel is situated on Barrett Drive 167 rooms. The hotel is centrally located in Ayers Rock 60 rooms. The Apartments are centrally located in Ayers just minutes from the town centre and within easy Resort and lies at the gateway to Uluru Kata Tjuta Na- Rock Resort and lie at the gateway to Uluru Kata Tjuta access to the attractions of the region. It is adjacent to tional Park, in Australia’s Northern Territory. The hotel National Park. The apartments have access to many an 18-hole international standard golf course and is has access to many of the resort’s facilities including of the resort’s facilities including restaurants, bars, within walking distance to the Casino. The hotel is ideal restaurants, bars, swimming pools, a postal office, re- swimming pools, a postal office, resort shopping centre, for those who are looking for luxury, elegance sort shopping centre, clothes and gift store, hairdress- clothes and gift store, hairdressing services, a petrol and resort style facilities. ing services, a petrol station and medical centre. station and medical centre.

Desert Gardens Hotel HHHH Sails in the Desert HHHHH Longitude 131 HHHHH

218 rooms. This large hotel is centrally located in Ayers 232 rooms. Located in Ayers Rock Resort, the hotel has 15 luxury tents. This unique and luxurious resort is Rock Resort and lies at the gateway to Uluru Kata Tjuta access to many of the resort’s facilities. The property situated on private land, 2 kilometres south west of National Park. The hotel has access to many of the itself is named after the white sails that crown its roof. Ayers Rock Resort and set atop an isolated sand dune. resort’s facilities including restaurants, bars, swimming It is Ayers Rock Resort’s premier hotel. The interior Private views of the sun rising and setting on Uluru - pools, a postal office, resort shopping centre, clothes decor focuses on Aboriginal heritage and culture, with Kata Tjuta National Park. Communal dining in the Dune and gift store, hairdressing services, a petrol station and a gallery in the lobby and significant artworks featured House offers guests an opportunity to meet their fellow medical centre. throughout the public areas and private rooms. “campers” and exchange stories.

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Kings Canyon Desert exploration

Alice Springs Desert Explorer 4-Night Package Stay in the famous outback town of “The Alice”, which sits in Australia’s red heart just 200 kilometres south of This 4 night itinerary introduces you cattle station life, its geographic centre. From here you can bushwalk, four a full day to Palm Valley and Finke National Park plus a wheel drive or join a camel trek across the rolling sand bird’s eye view of the West MacDonnell Ranges dunes of the Simpson Desert. Bike ride to Simpsons Gap Inclusions at dawn, discover different Aboriginal art styles along • Arrival and departure transfers • 4 nights accom­ the Tanami Track and explore the rock art, artefacts and modation • 3 full breakfasts • 1/2 day Outback Cattle ceremonial sites near the small Aboriginal community of Station tour • Full day Palm Valley/Finke National Park St Teresa. small group tour with morning tea and lunch • 35 minute helicopter fight over the West MacDonnell Ranges Short Stay Package price, per person, double - from $1099 Single Double Triple 3-Night Package Aurora Alice – Deluxe Room $1419 $1099 $1035 This package is perfect for visitors whose time is limited Alice Station B&B – Standard $1511 $1127 $1035 but still wants to experience “the Alice” and visit the Chifley Hotel – Superior $1516 $1186 $1124 MacDonnell Ranges. Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers • 3 nights accom­ modation • 3 continental breakfasts • 1/2 day Alice Town Tour • Full day tour to the MacDonnel Ranges with lunch Package price, per person, double - from $572 Single Double Triple Crowne Plaza – Mountainview $782 $590 $575 Alice on Todd – 1 Bedroom $808 $572 $522 Alice Station B&B – Standard $896 $608 $539

Alice, Rock and Kings Canyon 4-Night Package Camping Experience 5-Night Package With one extra night you can experience spectacular Kings Canyon and the Santa Teresa Aborginal Community for an Our 5 night itinerary is for those who wish to experience in depth Aboriginal experience. the outback in an outdoor setting in permanent campsites in small groups as part of their experience. Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers • 2 nights accom­ Inclusions modation with daily breakfast • 1/2 day Alice Springs Town • Arrival and departure transfers • 2 nights lodge Tour • 1/2 day Santa Teresa Aboriginal Community visit accommodation • 2 full breakfasts • Outback Bush BBQ • 3 day Rock and Canyon tour including National Park with dinner and selected drinks • 4 day Red Centre Safari Entry Fee • 1 night accommodation in Ayers Rock including 3 nights camping, 4 lunches, 3 breakfasts and and 1 in Kings Canyon 3 dinners Package price, per person, double - from $1377 Package price, per person, double - from $1319 Single Double Triple Single Double Alice Station B&B – Standard $1740 $1377 $1290 Camping Package $1589 $1319

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The Ghan Ayers Rock

AYERS ROCK Rock and Desert 3-Night Package See Uluru rise 348 metres from the desert in the deep centre of Australia, matching the light and weather Inclusions with hues so vivid they upstage the sunset. Walk around • Arrival and departure transfers Uluru’s base with an Anangu guide, and learn how it was • 2 nights hotel accommodation with continental created by spirit ancestors in the Dreamtime. You can breakfasts even trace the battle scars they left behind. See Uluru • Full day Kings Canyon tour on a motorcycle, from the back of a camel or on a scenic • Sound of Silence Dinner helicopter flight. Drink in its sunset glow with a glass of • 2 day Ayers Rock and the Olgas tour including National champagne, then return to a campfire dinner of Park entry fee and 1 additional night at the Desert barramundi, emu or kangaroo underneath a starlit sky. Gardens Package price, per person - from $1443 Rock Stop Single Double Triple 3-Night Package Desert Gardens – Standard $2055 $1443 $1311

We designed this package for visitors who want to totally immerse themselves in Aboriginal culture with tours operated by Aborginals Rock, Rail and Reisling 6-Night Package Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers This is the ultimate package for those guests who wish to • 3 nights accommodation see the Rock in comfort and style combined with a journey • 3 continental breakfasts on the famous Ghan train in Gold Service. As a crowning • Full day King Canyons tour touch, you will spend 2 days in the magic of the Barossa • 1/2 day Camel to Sunset tour and Clare Valleys

Package price, per person - from $886 Inclusions Single Double Triple • 3 nights at Longitude 131 including full breakfast, lunch Emu Walk Apartments – 1 Bedroom $1383 $946 $823 and dinner daily, selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic Outback Pioneer – Standard Room $1263 $886 $783 beverages and a unique touring program of Ayers Rock Desert Gardens – Standard $1369 $939 $820 and the Olgas • Coach transfers from Ayers Rock to Alice Springs and all other required private transfers • 1 night in Gold Service on the Ghan Train from Alice Springs to Adelaide with all meals • 1 night at the Intercontinental Cultural Experience Adelaide in a superior room • 2 day small group Barossa 3-Night Package and Clare Valley wine experience including 1 night at historic Kapunda, breakfast on day 2, lunch on day 1 and 2 Inclusions and dinner on day 1, services of a driver guide total • Arrival and departure transfers experienced in the art of wines. • 3 nights accommodation • 3 continental breakfasts Tour operates on Sundays from Ayers Rock Nov. 1/10 to March 31/11 and on • Full day Uluru and Kuniya Sunset Tour Saturdays from June 1/10 to Oct. 31/10. • Full day Cave Hill Tour with lunch • 1/2 day Mt. Connor 4WD Tour including dinner Package price, per person, double - from $5636

Package price, per person - from $1323 Single Double Triple Outback Pioneer – Standard $1700 $1323 $1220 Desert Gardens – Standard $1819 $1388 $1270 Sails in the Desert – Standard $1976 $1467 $1321

| 36 | www.boomerangtours.ca WESTERN AUSTRALIA • PERTH HOTELS AUsTRALIA

Ningaloo Lighthouse Snorkling lobster catch !

WESTERN AUSTRALIA First time visitors seem to gravitate to the Eastern side of Australia in search of the diversity that symbolizes Australia – rainforests, the wineries, the wildlife, the Reef and the deserts and canyons of the outback. What visitors don’t realize is that all these symbols can be found in one state – Western Australia. Comfort Hotel Perth HHH Citigate Perth HHH1/2 90 rooms. This small 6 storey 278 rooms. The Citigate is located From the Swan Valley and Margaret River vineyards to motel style property offers good close to the city centre at the the stunning reefs and marine life of Ningaloo Reef, the value accommodation but does western end of Perth’s central wild dolphins of Monkey Mia, the amazing “wave rock” at have an onsite restaurant and business district. It is a modern Hyden, the unusual red formations of the Bungle Bungles, bar. The CAT bus service provides city hotel featuring a heated roof the mining history of Kalgoorlie and the perfect complimentary public transport top swimming pool, fitness room snow-white beaches of Esperance, Western Australia leaves outside the front door of and sauna with wonderful views of really is the “must see” state. the hotel. Perth city skyline.

Perth and Area Cruise the Swan River past parks and skyscrapers to 40 vineyards in the Swan Valley or the Perth Zoo. Visit Rottnest Island, where you can explore history, bike ride to secret beaches and kayak to secluded bays. Feast on seafood and soak up the carnival atmosphere in historic Fremantle. Discover the lookouts, landscaped gardens and Aboriginal heritage of huge Kings Park. Swim, surf, fish, Seashells Apartments Medina Grand HHHH windsurf and sail on clean and uncrowded beaches such Scarborough HHHH 138 rooms. The hotel is located as Cottlesloe or Scarborough – and the best part - you 54 apartments. The apartments next to the Perth Convention don’t need to travel more than 90 minutes from Perth. comprise of 3 adjoining low Centre. A 5 storey all-suite rise buildings with a choice of property featuring modern style 2 outdoor swimming pools, one furnishings throughout the hotel overlooking the ocean and one offering complimentary onsite car that is heated. Guests also have parking, 24 hour reception, complimentary use of the sauna outdoor swimming pool, spa, and an undercover car park. sauna and gymnasium.

Novotel Langley Perth HHHH Sheraton Perth HHHH1/2 Rendezvous Observation Hyatt Regency Perth HHHHH 253 rooms. The Novotel is cen- 486 rooms. Situated on the HHHH1/2 367 rooms. Located near the trally located. The hotel’s stylish eastern fringe of Perth’s Central 333 rooms. The hotel is located Swan River and within walking foyer features wood, marble and Business District. This high-rise on Scarborough Beach and a few distance of Perth’s city centre. granite, creating an elegant and property features a host of leisure blocks from local shops and Featuring a magnificent airy space with magnificent views facilities including an outdoor restaurants. It features a two conservatory lobby, the hotel across the Swan River, Kings Park heated swimming pool, steam storey atrium lobby. The hotel has offers an outdoor swimming pool, and the city. room and 24 hour gymnasium. an outdoor lagoon style heated sauna, tennis courts and swimming pool and gymnasium gymnasium equipment. with steam room.

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Fremantle Perth

Passing Through Perth The City and Beyond 3-Night Package 5-Night Package We have put together some of the main highlights of Perth With a longer package we have been able to include some and area for those guests who are unable to stay longer great experiences outside of the city including the in Perth. great for passengers who have traveled on the amazing Pinnacles area, a tree top walk, a complete Indian Pacifi c train to Perth. Margaret River winery tour and 2 days on Rottnest Island which is famous for it is beaches, snorkeling and wildlife. InClusIOns • Arrival and departure transfers InClusIOns • 3 nights accommodation • Arrival and departure transfers • Full day Swan River Wine Cruise with lunch • 3 nights accommodation in Perth • Full day Rottnest Island – coach and pub lunch option • Full day Pinnacles, Koalas and Sand Boarding tour with lunch Package price, per person, double - from $616 • Full day Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk tour with lunch Single Double Triple • 2 day Margaret River Wine Experience including 1 nights Comfort Hotel – standard room $861 $616 n/a accommodation, breakfast on day 2, lunch on day 1 and Novotel Langley – standard room $1021 $696 $676 2 and dinner on day 1 Citigate Perth – superior room $926 $648 $614 • 2 day Rottnest Island Experience including 1 nights accommodation return ground and ferry transfers Package price, per person, double - from $1740 Explore Perth Single Double Triple 4-Night Package Comfort Hotel – standard room $2105 $1740 n/a This itinerary will allow you to experience the highlights Medina Grand – 1 bdrm. Premium $2577 $1975 $1856 of Perth and Fremantle, enjoy the day in the swan Valley Novotel Langley – standard $2265 $1820 $1763 winery area and the stunning beaches and marine life of Rockingham. Perth Experience and InClusIOns • Arrival and departure transfers south West self-drive • 4 nights accommodation 7-Night Package • 1/2 day Perth, Fremantle City Explorer with Swan River Cruise For this itinerary we have offered visitors the opportunity • Full day Rockingham Wild Encounters including lunch to see the highlights of Perth before setting off on their • Full day Swan Valley Experience with lunch own to enjoy the splendours of the area south west of Perth. Package price, per person, double - from $968 Single Double Triple InClusIOns Citigate Perth – superior room $1338 $968 $923 • Arrival and departure transfers Rendezvous Observatory – superior $1445 $1021 $969 • 3 night’s accommodation in Perth Seashells Apartments – 2 bedroom $2314 $1456 $1171 • 1/2 day Perth and Freemantle Explorer tour • Full day Rottnest Island by coach with pub lunch • 5 Day/4 night South West Splendour including 2 nights in Margaret River, 1 night in Pemberton and 1 night in Albany (standard levels) and a 5 day Hertz car rental

Package price, per person, double - from $1145 Double Comfort Hotel – standard room $1145 Citigate Perth – standard room $1210 Novotel Langley – standard room $1230

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The Pinnacles Ningaloo Reef

Perth and Esperance Beaches Western Australia Highlights 5-Night Package 7-Night Package This is ideal for those who wish to explore the city of Perth After experiencing the highlights of Perth, Fremantle and and combine that with the beauty of the beaches of Albany the Swan Valley wineries, this itinerary travels north on a and Esperance. 5 day tour of the famous Pinnacles, the dolphins of Monkey Mia and the stunning marine life on the Ningaloo Inclusions Reef. • Arrival and departure transfers • 2 nights accommodation in Perth at the Citigate Perth Inclusions • 1/2 day Perth and Fremantle Explorer with Swan River • Arrival and departure transfers Cruise • 3 nights accommodation at the Novotel Langley Perth • 4 day small automatic car rental • 1/2 day Perth and Fremantle with Swan River Cruise • 1 night in Albany • Full day Swan Valley Wine Experience with lunch • 2 nights in Esperance • 5 Day Pinnacles, Kalbarri, Monkey Mia and Ningaloo Reef including 4 nights superior accommodation, entry fees, Package price, per person, double - from $790 breakfast on Days, 2,3,4,5, lunch on Days 1,2,4,5 and Single Double Triple dinner on Days 1,2,3 and 4 and tours highlighting the Package Price $1427 $790 $663 areas traveled Package price, per person, double - from $2645 Single Double Perth and Goldfields Package Price $3395 $2645 6-Night Package This itinerary should interest mining history buffs who do want to see the highlights of Perth but also to visit one of The Last Frontier - Darwin to Perth the greatest mining towns of Western Australia 19-Night Package Inclusions This small group itinerary is perfect for those whose • Return International Airport transfers interest is in seeing and experiencing the frontier areas • 3 nights accommodation at the Citigate Hotel in Perth of Kununurra, the Bungle Bungles, El Questro Wilderness • Full day Swan Valley Wine Experience with lunch Park, the Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine, Fitzroy River, • Full day Rottnest Island Tour by coach with lunch Broome, Ningaloo Marine Park and Monkey Mia. • Return domestic airport transfers • Return flights from Perth to Kalgoorlie Inclusions • 3 nights accommodation in Kalgoorlie • 19 nights accommodation • 38 meals • 2 tours • Services of an experienced guide • Tours that feature the highlights of the area such as : Package price, per person, double - from $1708 - Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Cruise along Katherine Gorge Single Double - Ord River Wildlife Cruise Package Price $2371 $1708 - Choice of a Chamberlain Gorge Cruise or a Bush Tucker and Historical Tour or a picnic lunch in El Questro Wilderness park - Choice of Dugong Cruise or Wula Guda Guided Cultural Tour or Beach - Awestronomy Tour in Monkey Mia - Choice of Hovercraft flight or Pearl Lugger Museum Cable Beach Sunset - Camel Ride in Broome Package price, per person, double - from $8180

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Tasmania National Park Tasmania Bridge

Tasmania Separated from mainland Australia by the 240 kilometres stretch of Bass Strait, Tasmania is a land apart - a green island of wild, mountainous and beautiful landscapes; friendly, welcoming people; temperate climate; quality cool-climate wines and food; a spirited history; and a creative arts community - all wrapped up in a relaxed Rydges Hobart HHH1/2 Mercure Hotel HHH1/2 lifestyle. 64 room. Situated 2 kilometres 140 rooms. Conveniently located from Hobart’s central business in the city centre of downtown More than 40 per cent of the island is protected as World district. This boutique property Hobart, within easy walking Heritage Area, national parks and reserves. Tasmania is captures the ambience of historic distance to the historic Salamanca so compact that it is easy to walk through an ancient Hobart and is quietly sophisticated Place and Battery Point. The 5 alpine meadow in the morning and be on a pure white and imbued with a warmth and storey contemporary hotel offers beach in the afternoon. intimacy that comes from smaller comfortable accommodation hotels. rooms, restaurant and bar and Tasmania’s population of less than 500,000 supports genuine hospitality. a world-class symphony orchestra, a festival of island cultures, and a mid-winter festival that celebrates their Antarctic connections.

Hobart Greater Hobart and its surrounding towns of Richmond to the north-east and Kettering, to the south, is an intriguing blend of heritage and lifestyle, scenery and vibrant culture. It’s a city defined by the river and sea.T ake a Wrest Point Hotel HHHH Henry Jones Art Hotel HHHH1/2 harbour cruise, or drive to the summit of Mount Nelson or 269 rooms. The hotel provides 56 rooms. The hotel is located on Mount Wellington, and you will understand the maritime accommodation with spectacular Hunter Street. The former jam focus - suburbs hug the Derwent River, city buildings views, and a wide range of dining factory has been transformed cluster around the docks and the estuary broadens into and entertainment options as into a hotel, showcasing the work Storm Bay and the distant sea. well as a casino. Guest can take of Tasmania’s finest visual and advantage of the Health Club, performing artists. Designed by relax in the indoor heated pool, award-winning architects, the spa and sauna or play mini-golf hotel is itself a work of art. Launceston on the river greens.

Grand Chancellor Hobart Mercure Hotel HHH Grand Chancellor Launceston Peppers Seaport HHHH1/2 HHHH1/2 116 rooms. Located in the centre HHHH Located right on the Tamar 243 rooms. Situated on the of Launceston.The Mercure 165 rooms. Close to the city riverfront. The hotel has been waterfront in central Hobart. offers guests the warmth of a centre, the hotel is a short stroll designed in the shape of a ship. The hotel has a modern decor friendly Tasmanian welcome and from Brisbane Street shopping The interior public spaces reflect throughout. Guests can make use is famous for its friendly staff, precinct, tranquil gardens and the the nautical history of the site and of the fully equipped gymnasium, outstanding service and a range of entertainment district. It is the use local Tasmanian materials and the heated indoor swimming facilities. ideal base to explore the Cataract wherever possible. pool and spa. Gorge and the Tamar Valley Wine Country.

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Tasman Island Tazmanian Devil · Bonorong Wildlife Park

taste of tassie icons of tasmania small Group experience 4-Night Package 8-Night Package This itinerary is ideal for those who don’t want to miss this itinerary is suited to those visitors who have more coming to Tasmania but don’t have a lot of time. time and want to see and experience the “must sees” of tasmania in comfort and style including Cradle mountain, inClUsions Freycinet national Park, the Port arthur Historic site all • Arrival and departure transfers combined with the great food and wine from the Huon • 4 continental breakfasts Valley. itinerary starts in launceston and ends in Hobart. • 4 nights accommodation • Full day Port Arthur Discovery tour with a light lunch inClUsions • Full day Tasman Island Cruise with lunch • 1 night at Peppers Seaport in Launceston • 5 night Icons of Tasmania Tour including 5 nights 4 star Package price, per person, double - from $928 accommodation, 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, two 2 course Single Double Triple dinner, services of a tour guide, all required entry fees Mercure – standard room $1259 $928 $880 and park passes, morning tea daily, visit to Devils and Wrest Point – mountainview standard $1376 $990 $931 Cradle, Penguin tour, Port Arthur, Bonorong Wildlife Grand Chancellor – deluxe $1488 $1059 $1006 Park and wine and cheese tastings • 2 nights in Hobart in deluxe mountainview accommodation with continental breakfast daily • Transfers to the airport Package price, per person, double - from $3589 Single Double Triple $4757 $3589 $n/a

east Coast and Centre Highlights mountains to the sea Journey 6-Night Package a Wildlife experience this great itinerary is best suited to those who prefer to 6-Night Package travel on their own and explore the region at their leisure. this self-drive commences in Hobart and ends in the mountains to the sea itinerary is designed with nature launceston. You will travel down the east coast of lovers in mind. enjoy the birds and wildlife of lake st. tasmania with overnights in taranna/Port arthur, Clair national Park, an overnight in Cradle mountain lodge Coles Bay on the Freycinet Peninsula and st. Helens, with time to some of the many walks available and lastly the eastern most town in tasmania. to strahan on the west coast which is the gateway to south West World Heritage national park. on the drive to Hobart inClUsions make time to stop at magnifi cent russell Falls which is • Arrival transfer in Hobart just a short distance off the main highway. • 1 night at the Henry James Art Hotel with full breakfast • 4 day small car rental inClUsions • 1 night at the Norfolk Bay Convict Station, 1 night • 1 night in Launceston in a Deluxe Room Freycinet Lodge and 1 night at the Tidal Waters Resort • 4 day car rental • 2 nights at the Mercure Hotel in Launceston • 1 nights accommodation at Cradle Mountain,1 night at • 1/2 day Launceston Highlights tour Strahan and 3 nights in Hobart • Full day Explore Cradle Mountain tour • 3 continental breakfasts at the Hobart hotel • Full day Port Arthur Discover Tour with light lunch Package price, per person, double - from $1252 • Full day Bruny Island Cruise with lunch Package price, per person, double - from $1825

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Bay of Island

Whangarei Dargaville

Auckland

Waitomo Rotorua

Taupo Tongariro National Park

Napier Picton Nelson Wellington Arthurs Franz Josef Glacier Pass Kaikoura Haast Wanaka Christchurch Milford Sound Mt Cook Queeenstown Te Anau Dunedin

Gore

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Wairarapa region Kelly Tarltons the two itineraries shown are called “independent” coach touring and are just a small sample of the product available. travel in all sectors of the tour is done in a comfortable coach but not necessarily with the same people who started the tour with you. these tours are more fl exible with no preset departure dates and are unescorted with all travel arrangements pre-booked.

north and south island Highlights east Coast Wine experience 17-Night Package 13-Night Package

Auckland Waiheke Island

Auckland

Rotorua

Rotorua

Napier Greymouth Picton Wellington Blenheim Wellington Kaikoura Christchurch Wanaka Quennstown Christchurch Te Anau Dunedin

toUr HiGHliGHts toUr HiGHliGHts • 3 nights in Auckland • 2 nights in Auckland • Morning highlights tour including Kelly Tarltons • Morning City Sights with Kelly Tarltons • Full day Waiheke Island Wine Tour • 1 night in Rotorua • 2 nights in Rotorua • Waitomo Glowworm Tour • Maori Hangi Feast and Concert • Visit the Geysers and mud pools in the thermal area • Geysers and mud pools in the thermal area • Visit to the Agrodome and Rainbow Springs • Visit to the Agrodome and Rainbow Springs • Maori Hangi Feast and Concert • 2 nights in Wellington • 2 nights in Napier • 1/2 day tour of Wellington • Big Wine Experience • Te Papa Museum • Afternoon wine tastings tour • TranzCoastal Train from Picton to Christchurch • 3 nights in Wellington • 1 night in Christchurch • Gourmet Wine Escape to the Wairarapa region • TranzAlpine Train Christchurch to Greymouth • Zest Walking Tour • 2 nights in Fox or Franz Joseph Glacier Townships • 2 nights in Blenheim • 1 night in Wanaka • Full day in-depth look at the local wineries with lunch • 2 nights in Queenstown • TranzCoastal Train from Blenheim to Kaikoura • Dart River Jet Boat Experience • 1 night in Kaikoura • Ride on the Skyline Gondola • Morning Whale Watching excursion • Milford Sound Cruise with lunch • TranzCoastal Train from Kaikoura to Christchurch • 1 night at Te Anau • 2 nights in Christchurch • 1 night in Dunedin • Speights Brewery Tour • 2 nights in Christchurch Package price, per person - from $3742 • Christchurch Grand Tour Single Double Triple Package Price $5117 $3742 $3413 Package price, per person - from $4231 Note: Seasonal surcharges apply Single Double Triple Package price $6111 $4231 $3895 Note: Seasonal surcharges apply

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Bay of Island

Whangarei Dargaville

Auckland

Waitomo Rotorua

Taupo Tongariro National Park

Napier Picton Nelson Wellington Franz Josef Glacier Arthurs Kaikoura Pass Haast Wanaka Christchurch Milford Sound Mt Cook Queeenstown Te Anau Coach Dunedin Rail Gore Ferry

Auckland - City of Sails HiGHliGHts sheep show and shearing display and visit Te Puia thermal reserve to earlY BirD • Visit the Matakohe Pioneer Museum view geothermal activity. Country Homestay option available tonight. reBate • Cruise to Cape Brett & the Hole in the Rock Upgrade to Huka Lodge available. ($) (B/D) saVe • Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitomo caves • See Lake Taupo and thunderous Huka Falls Day 8 rotorua • taupo • Wellington. Journey to Wairakei steam $ 200 • Cruise through the Marlborough Sounds valley, a unique geothermal power project. View Lake Taupo, as well per couple* • See the intriguing Punakaiki Pancake rocks as thunderous Huka Falls. Then cross the volcanic plateau of • Visit Hokitika and see jade being carved Tongariro National Park on the way to Wellington, the nation’s capital • Travel across the impressive Southern Alps city. InterContinental Wellington. (B/D)) • Cruise the full length of Milford Sound • Visit beautiful Mt Cook National Park Day 9 Wellington • nelson • Dine around Dinner. Cruise across Cook • Explore Christchurch and Auckland Strait through the Marlborough Sounds to the South Island. Continue • Visit geothermal Wai-O-Tapu Wonderland to Nelson, where tonight you will choose from two fi ne restaurants • Tour the orchard at Kiwifruit Country located in your hotel. Rutherford Hotel. (B/D)

Day 10 nelson, Franz Josef. Follow the Heritage Highway through Day 1 auckland. Upon arrival in Auckland, be met and transferred to to the rugged West Coast. View the Pancake rock formations at your hotel. Crowne Plaza Hotel (2 nights) Punakaiki, then stop at Hokitika to see Pounamu (jade) being carved into jewelry. Continue the journey to World Heritage-listed Westland Day 2 auckland • Freedom of Choice touring. Today select your National Park. Tonight you’ll be treated to a delicious West Coast touring activity from a wide range of Freedom of Choice options. Visit Specialties Dinner. Franz Josef, Te Waonui Forest Retreat. (B/D) Auckland’s Museum, cruise on Waitemata Harbour, climb Auckland Harbour Bridge, indulge in a Bliss Refl exology session or visit Kelly Day 11 Franz Josef • Wanaka. Travel through Haast Pass, over the Tarlton’s Underwater World – there’s certainly something to cater to impressive Southern Alps and along the picturesque shores of lakes every taste. (B/D) Wanaka and Hawea to the township of Wanaka, surrounded by beautiful Mt Aspiring National Park. Edgewater Resort. (B/D) Day 3 auckland • Bay of islands. This morning visit the Matakohe Pioneer Museum and Waipoua Kauri Forest Reserve, before traveling Day 12 Wanaka • Queenstown • Dine around Dinner. Depart Wanaka to the Bay of Islands, where you’ll have the opportunity to view the this morning and journey via the delightful village of Arrowtown to the Waitangi Treaty House, Maori Meeting House and War Canoe. alpine resort of Queenstown. Tonight, choose to dine at one of 15 Overnight Bay of Islands, Copthorne Waitangi Resort. (2 nights) (B/D) restaurants with our included Dine Around Dinner. Sofi tel Queenstown Hotel & Spa. (2 nights) (B,D) Day 4 Bay of islands • Freedom of Choice touring. Today, perhaps take a day trip to Cape Reinga, go sailing on a unique tall ship or Day 13 Queenstown • Freedom of Choice touring. Today, your sight- enjoy a dolphin-watching adventure. FREE overnight cruise available seeing is personalized with Freedom of Choice Touring. Perhaps take tonight! Please inquire for details (B/D) an exhilarating jetboat ride on the Shotover River or embark on a 4WD Safari of the Scenes tour. Other options include a double decker bus Day 5 Bay of islands • auckland. Explore New Zealand’s fi nest tour or an indulgent winery tour. (B/D) National Maritime Park on a catamaran cruise to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. Later, return to Auckland. Crowne Plaza Day 14 milford sound • te anau. Journey to Milford Sound, where Hotel. (B/D) you will cruise the full length of this magnifi cent fi ord. You’ll travel beneath mile-high Mitre Peak and view cascading waterfalls, dense Day 6 auckland • Waitomo • rotorua. Travel through the dairy land of rain forest and towering mountains. After your unforgetable cruise, the Waikato Province. At the Waitomo caves, take a guided tour of the continue by coach to the gorgeous lakeside settlement of Te Anau. limestone caverns and glow worm grotto. Head to Rotorua and tonight Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas. (B,D) enjoy a Maori Hangi feast and performance at Mitai Maori Village. Millennium Rotorua. (2 nights) (B/D) Day 15 Dunedin • Freedom of Choice touring. Journey via Lake Manapouri to the distinctly Scottish city of Dunedin where you will Day 7 rotorua • Freedom of Choice touring. In geothermal Rotorua, choose from a number of activities including the Taieri Gorge Railway you have the chance to choose your own activity. You may like to soak Excursion, a tour of New Zealand’s only castle, Larnach Castle or in a thermal mineral pool at the Polynesian Spa or discover native a trip to the Otago Peninsula to view royal albatross or yellow-eyed fl ora and fauna at Rainbow Springs. Other options include a visit to penguin colonies. Southern Cross Hotel. (B/D) Rotorua Museum or the Rotorua Icons – at the Agrodome enjoy a

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Common sight throughout New Zealand Typical New Zealand scenery Day 16 Dunedin • Mt Cook • Freedom of Choice Touring • Dine incLusions Around Dinner. Travel along the coast to view the fascinating Moeraki • 20 nights First Class hotel accommodation Boulders. Stop at Oamaru, known for its distinctive limestone • 39 meals buildings en route to World Heritage-listed Mt Cook National Park and (20 breakfasts, 16 Freedom of choice dinners, 3 feature dinners) join your selected touring activity. Choose from a guided walk through • All entry fees as per itinerary the national park, a discovery of the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, • Deluxe coach transportation stargazing with expert astronomy guides or Glacier Explorer cruise. • Services of an APT Tour Director and Driver Tonight choose to dine at either The Panorama Room or Alpine • Cultural Touring Experiences Restaurant at The Hermitage. The Hermitage. (B/D) • Freedom of Choice Touring • Dine Around Dinners Day 17 Mt Cook • Christchurch • Dine Around Dinner. Visit Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd. Continue to Arthurs Departure dates Pass, where you can ride the TranzAlpine train or continue on the High season coach to Christchurch. Tonight, select from two restaurants at your 2010: Oct 5,17,20,29; Nov 6,9,14,17,20,26,30; Dec 10,18, 22. hotel. Crowne Plaza Hotel. (B/D) 2011: Jan 2,7,15,19,29; Feb 2,4,6,8,11,13,16,18,22,24,26,28; Mar 8,12,15,19, 24; Apr 2,8,16,20; Oct 1,11,21,26; Nov 4,8,12,16,18,23,26; Dec 3,9,14. Day 18 Christchurch • Wellington. Travel via the seaside town of Low Season Kaikoura and board the Interislander ferry for a cruise to Wellington. 2010: July 23; Aug 27; Sept 10, 15, 25. InterContinental Wellington. (B/D) 2011: May 6; June 17; July 8; Aug 26; Sept 9,14, 24. Day 19 Wellington • Taupo. Travel to the Art Deco city of Napier. After time to explore, head to Taupo. Wairakei Resort. (B/D) Package price, per person, double - from $6825 All Meals B & B Day 20 Taupo • Auckland. Visit Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, 21 Days (3 Feature Meals) a mystical geothermal area, then enjoy a guided tour through the High Season orchard at Kiwifruit Country. Later, pass Mt Maunganui on your Twin Share $8595 $7585 return to Auckland. Crowne Plaza Hotel. (B/D) Single Supp. $1905 $1905

Day 21 Auckland. Your tour concludes this morning. Low Season A transfer to the airport is included. (B) Twin Share $7735 $6825 Single Supp. $1715 $1715

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Auckland

Waitomo Rotorua

Taupo Tongariro National Park

Picton

Blenheim Wellington Hokitika Arthurs Kaikoura Franz Josef Glacier Pass Haast Wanaka Christchurch Milford Sound Mt Cook Queeenstown Te Anau Coach Dunedin Rail Gore Ferry

The Remarkables, Queenstown HiGHliGHts Day 5 Wellington • Blenheim. Enjoy a brief city sightseeing tour of • Enjoy freedom of choice touring in Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington this morning, including the parliament buildings, before Free Queenstown, Dunedin, Mt Cook and Christchurch visiting Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand. This afternoon board Post night • Take a guided tour of the Waitomo caves the Interislander ferry for a cruise across Cook Strait, through the in • Explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Sound to the charming Christchurch • Cruise across stunning Cook Strait port town of Picton. Rejoin your coach and continue to Blenheim. • Cruise through the Marlborough Sounds Blenheim, Hearthland Hotel Marlborough (B/D) • Cross the volcanic plateau of World • Heritage-listed Tongariro National Park Day 6 Blenheim • Christchurch. Journey through the renowned wine • Explore Te Papa, the Museum of New Zealand and orchard region of Marlborough. Visit Kaikoura on the east coast, • Ride the famous TranzAlpine train famous for its whale and dolphin-watching. Later, arrive in • See spectacular Franz Josef Glacier Christchurch, the Garden City. Copthorne Central Hotel (B/D) • Embark on the thrilling Haast River safari • Cruise the length of Milford Sound Day 7 tranzalpine train • Franz Josef. This morning board the award- • Explore stunning Mt Cook National Park winning TranzAlpine train and enjoy spectacular scenery as you • See Lake Tekapo and the tiny stone cross the Canterbury Plains before climbing up into the Main Divide. • Church of the Good Shepherd Disembark at Arthurs Pass and continue to Hokitika by coach. Here, see Pounamu (jade) being carved into beautiful jewelry then continue to Franz Josef. Franz Josef Glacier Hotel (B/D)

Day 1 auckland. Arrive Auckland, Freedom of Choice Touring. You will Day 8 Franz Josef • Queenstown. Travel along the rugged West Coast be met and transferred to your hotel. Then choose your Freedom of to Haast. Experience a unique river safari, capturing breathtaking Choice Touring activity. Perhaps take an Auckland city sights tour, go views of the massive glacier-formed Haast River Valley. Rejoin your cruising on Waitemata Harbour, venture across Auckland Bridge for coach and continue to Queenstown, on the banks of Lake Wakatipu. stunning views of the harbour, visit Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter Tonight, you’ll choose from one of four carefully selected restaurants & Underwater World or select something else. Skycity Hotel. for dinner. Novotel Gardens Hotel in Queenstown (2 nights) (B/D) Day 2 auckland • Waitomo • rotorua. Leaving the City of Sails, travel to Waitomo caves, for a guided tour then continue to Rotorua for a Day 9 Queenstown. Queenstown is a year-round alpine resort. Today Maori Hangi feast tonight. Heritage Hotel (2 nights) (B/D) we have a selection of activities for you to choose from, including a tour through some of Queenstown’s local gardens, a visit to some Day 3 rotorua. Rotorua is New Zealand’s oldest and best known award-winning wineries, a double decker bus tour around thermal resort. Your Freedom of Choice Touring options here range Queenstown or an exhilarating jetboat ride on the Shotover River. (B) from the ‘Rotorua Icons’ – the Agrodome and Te Puia thermal reserve – to a leisurely soak in a natural thermal mineral pool. Or perhaps Day 10 milford sound • te anau. Today, travel to World Heritage- you might like to visit the Rotorua Museum or head for the pristine listed Fiordland National Park. Here, see some of New Zealand’s most Rainbow Springs Nature Park, where you have the chance to get close remote and untouched scenery as you journey to Milford Sound. Join up to New Zealand’s native and endangered kiwi bird, among other a cruise on this beautiful, glacier-carved fi ord then take a relaxing options. Country Homestay option available tonight. (B/D) journey to the lakeside village of Te Anau. Village Inn (B,D)

Day 4 rotorua • Wellington. Follow the Thermal Explorer Highway to Day 11 te anau • Dunedin. Leaving the dramatic landscape of the the heart of the North Island, traveling through some of the largest Fiordland region, journey through rolling Southland countryside. alpine forests in the Southern Hemisphere. View Wairakei steam Travel via the rural support towns of Lumsden, Gore and Balclutha to valley, where thermal energy is harnessed in the world’s second the east coast and the city of Dunedin. This afternoon you choose an largest geothermal power plant. Then travel south and cross the vast activity from our options. Dunedin City Hotel (B,D) volcanic plateau of World Heritage-listed Tongariro National Park to Wellington, the national capital. James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor Day 12 Dunedin • mt Cook. Journey along the coast to view the unique (B/D) Moeraki Boulders, then head to Mt Cook National Park and join your selected activity. Choose from a guided walk through the National Park, a discovery of the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, stargazing with expert astronomy guides or Glacier Explorer Cruise. The Hermitage (B,D)

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Stunning scenery of New Zealand’s North Island Cruise magnificent Milford Sound Day 13 Lake Tekapo • Christchurch. This morning stop at Lake Tekapo incLusions to visit the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd, built of local stone as a • 13 nights superior accommodation tribute to the regions’s early settlers. Travel through Burkes Pass to • 24 meals (13 breakfasts, 11 dinners) Christchurch. Christchurch, Copthorne Central Hotel (B/D) • All entry fees as per itinerary • Deluxe air conditioned coach transportation Day 14 Christchurch. Christchurch, Freedom of Choice • Services of a Tour Director and Driver Touring, Depart. Choose from our range of activities in Christchurch. Perhaps take a Garden Tour, go punting on the Avon, take a Bike Tour Departure dates around the city, visit the International Antarctic Centre or visit High season Christchurch’s Must See Four (a tour of four major city highlights). After 2010: Oct 5,9,12,19,26; Nov 2,9,13,16,20,23,27,30; Dec 7,14,21,28 your activity, the tour ends. Transfer to the airport in the afternoon. (B) 2011: Jan 8,11,15,18,22,25,29; Feb 1,5,8,10,12,15,17,19,22,24,26; Mar 1,3,8,12,15,19,22,29; Apr 5,12,19,26; Oct 11,15,18,25,29; Nov 1,8,12,15,19,22,26,29; Dec 6,13,20,24 Low Season 2010: Jul 27: Aug 17,24,31; Sep 7,14,21,2 8 2011: May 3,10,24; June 21; Jul 12; Aug 16,23,30; Sep 6,13,20,27

Package price, per person, double - from $4085 All Meals B & B 14 Days (2 Feature Meals) High Season Twin Share $4995 $4540 Single Supp. $1050 $1050

Low Season Twin Share $4495 $4085 Single Supp. $945 $945

Freedom of Choice Touring - Punting on the Avon

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Auckland

Citylife Auckland HHHH Mercure Auckland HHH1/2 288 rooms. The Citylife is in a 189 rooms. Located in the heart superb central location near of Auckland’s waterfront area. the commercial, shopping This hotel offers a variety of and entertainment areas, and accommodation rooms, and is waterfront. The spacious equipped with the services and Auckland apartments provide amenities that you would expect both style and comfort in a from an international hotel. sophisticated environment.

Stamford Plaza Auckland Skycity Hotel Auckland HHHH1/2 HHHH 300 rooms. Conveniently located 344 rooms. Centrally located on Lower Albert Street. The near the main shopping area hotel is only a three minute of Queen Street. From the two walk to Auckland’s beauti- casinos, to dining in one of the ful harbour and the popular 10 restaurants and bars, to free Viaduct Basin with more than live entertainment, this property 20 bars and restaurants to has something for everyone. choose from. Auckland Bay of Islands

Heritage Auckland HHHH Crowne Plaza Auckland The Westin Lighter Quay Quadrant Hotel HHH Kingsgate Hotel Paihia HHH HHHH HHHHH 302 rooms. Located in the city 250 rooms. Who said style took 72 rooms. Only 100 metres from centre on Hobson Street. The 352 rooms. Located in the very 172 rooms. Overlooking Viaduct more than four stars? Simple Paihia wharf and township. Heritage allows guests to select heart of “The City of Sails”. Harbour, the hotel celebrates living and value for money is Enjoy an exceptional level of from two distinctive accommo- Due to its unique design the its waterfront location with why this property stands alone comfort and service. dation wings – the hotel reflects rooms start from level 16, all sweeping marina views and in Auckland as a truly affordable Facilities include an indoor spa the traditional style of the rooms are sheltered from the spacious promenades that lead hip hotel. and sauna, restaurant, buildings famous past, while the noise of the city and all rooms you to the bustling restaurant swimming pool and guest Tower rooms are contemporary provide a very attractive outlook and shopping districts nearby. laundry. in design. over Auckland.

Coromandel

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands Copthorne Hotel and Resort Paihia Beach Resort HHHH1/2 Pacific Harbour Lodge Grand Mercure Puka Park HHH HHHH HHH1/2 HHHH 21 rooms. This exclusive five Resort 114 rooms. This hotel is located 180 rooms. Located within star property offers the chance 31 rooms. This island style 42 rooms. Majestically situated on four acres of attractive the Waitangi Treaty grounds, to revitalise body and soul. village is located on the waters on the lower eastern side of gardens. The Scenic Hotel has surrounded by native bush and This multi-award winner was edge at Tairua on the east the Coromandel Peninsula at recently added 56 new deluxe the beautiful Bay of Islands recently voted New Zealand’s coast of the Coromandel Pen- Pauanui Beach. The resort is rooms and refurbished its 38 harbour. this is an ideal location leading resort in the highly insula. Only 20 minutes from a short five minute walk to the existing standard rooms with to explore the aquatic coveted World Travel Awards, some of the most famous NZ golden sands and swirling surf beautifully finished interiors. playground of the Bay of with votes cast by travel agents attractions: Hot Water Beach, of Pauanui Beach. Islands. Cathedral Cove. | 48 | www.boomerangtours.ca in over two hundred countries. AUCKLAND - CITY OF SAILS new zealand

Rotorua Auckland

AUCKLAND Auckland and Rotorua Highlights 4-Night Package Auckland is an exciting, sporting and cultural city, sprawled on a narrow isthmus, between two harbours. With one extra day added to the itinerary you will see the The Waitemata and Manukau Harbours are a main feature highlights of Auckland and travel to Waitomo Caves to of the city along with numerous volcanic cones such discover the incredible glowworms and underground as Mount Eden and Rangitoto Island. The city’s many caverns plus the mud geysers of Rotorua. beaches, marinas and parks make it ideal for outdoor Inclusions pursuits such as yachting, rugby, cricket or a day at the • Arrival/departure coach transfers beach. The Auckland metropolitan area is New Zealand’s • 4 night’s accommodation as selected biggest city and the population mix of European, Maori and • 4 full breakfasts (except at the Quandrant which offers a Pacific Islanders make Auckland the largest Polynesian light continental) city in the world. • Grayline Full day Spectacular Auckland including Sky Tower and Harbour Cruise Auckland Short Stay 3-Night Package Package price, per person, double - from $922 Single Double Triple Inclusions Quadrant Hotel – studio $1253 $922 n/a • Arrival and departure transfers Skycity – premium room $1515 $1059 $967 • 3 nights accommodation Stamford Plaza – superior $1430 $970 $1056 • Morning City Highlights tour including Kelly Tarlton’s • Full day Wine on Waiheke Island Tour including wine tastings and plate of nibbles Auckland and Rotorua in Depth 5-Night Package Package price, per person, double - from $556 Single Double Triple With 5 nights the itinerary incorporates Auckland city Mercure Hotel – standard $905 $556 n/a highlights including a Waiheke Island Explorer Pass and Citylife Auckland – standard $1031 $619 n/a an overnight in Rotorua with more time to experience Heritage Hotel – superior $1031 $619 $533 the Waitomo Caves, Te Puia Cultural Centre and Thermal Reserve in Rotorua. Auckland City, Rotorua Geysers and Inclusions Northern Beach • Arrival/departure coach transfers • 4 night’s accommodation in Auckland as selected 6-Night Package • 4 full breakfasts (except at the Quandrant which offers a light continental) Inclusions • 1/2day Grayline Auckland Highlights including Kelly • Arrival/departure coach transfers Tarltons • 4 night’s accommodation as selected in Auckland • Fullers Auckland – Waiheke Island Explorer Tour • 4 full breakfasts (except at the Quandrant which offers a • Grayline NZ – 2 Day Auckland/Rotorua Tour – 4 star light continental) • Grayline – Morning Highlights Tour including Kelly Package price, per person, double - from $1219 Tarltons Single Double Triple • Fullers Auckland – Wine on Waiheke Island Quadrant – studio $1674 $1219 n/a • Grayline Auckland/Waitomo/Rotorua/Auckland Crowne Plaza – superior $1958 $1399 n/a – 2 Day 3 star tour The Westin – superior $2365 $1587 n/a • Grayline Auckland – Bay of Islands – 2 day – 3 star Tour

Package price, per person, double - from $1712 Single Double Triple Quadrant – studio $2238 $1712 n/a Citylife – standard $2428 $1834 n/a

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Maori Geyser

BAY OF ISLANDS Calm & Quirky Coromandel 3-Night Package The Bay of Islands is a stunningly beautiful length of sand and rock coastline that circles a sea pierced by Self-drive Highlights and Suggestions 150 islands. Wherever you are in the Bay of Islands, it is Overnight in Auckland including an Auckland Museum impossible to escape the lure of the sea. Catch a ferry Guided Highlights Tour. The Museum is home to a or charter boat and immerse yourself in the blue-green pre-eminent collection of Maori and Pacific Island world of island and beach. The townships of this historical treasures • 2 nights in Coromandel with a Kiwi Dundee bay are alive with memories of the area’s colourful history. 1/2 Day Adventure Tour – an excellent chance to see the Visitors are welcome to explore the well-preserved relics native bush, see old gold mines and native birds • Hot of the past, both Maori and European, in romantic Russell, Water Beach where geothermally heated water bubbles up Paihia, Waitangi or Kerikeri. through the sand at low tide – dig your own spa Discover the Bay Inclusions • 3 nights accommodation • Breakfast daily • 4 day rental 5-Night Package car • Auckland Museum Guided Highlights Tour • Kiwi Self-drive Highlights and Suggestions Dundee Half Day Tour • Overnight in Auckland and Sky Tower Admission Package price, per person, double - from $603 • One night in Hokianga including the Footprints Waipoua Single Double Triple Twilight Encounter – an evening of the sounds, sights and 3 star hotels $945 $603 $523 culture of the area • Two nights in the beautiful Bay of 4 star hotels $1143 $672 $613 Islands including a 60 minute guided walk on the Waitangi Boutique hotels $1319 $781 n/a Treaty Grounds and a Sail NZ “On the Edge” day sail with a traditional Kiwi BBQ lunch • Suggested stops in Kawakawa and the surf beaches of Waiput Cover, Langs Beach and Mangawhai Heads. Rotorua Inclusions It is located on a volcanic plateau and formerly a spa town, • 5 nights accommodation • Breakfast daily • 6 day Rotorua is most famous for its geothermal activity. It is compact automatic car rental • Sky Tower admission also the main place where aspects of Maori traditions can • Footprints Waipoua Twilight Tour • Embrace Guided be seen, from wood carvings and meeting houses, to a Walk Waitangi Treaty Grounds • Sail NZ “On the Edge” day Hangi Dinner and Maori concerts. sailing trip. Package price, per person, double - from $812 Geysers, Beaches and City Single Double Triple 3-Night Package 3.5 star hotels $1367 $812 $718 Self-drive Highlights and Suggestions 4 star hotels $1568 $913 $800 • Overnight in Rotorua including a Te Po evening dining Boutique hotels $2692 $1532 n/a experience with a traditional Powhiri • 1 night in Coromandel Peninsula to explore the termal valleys on your way. COROMANDEL PENINSULA • 1 last night in Sydney to catch the ferry to quaint Devonport (depending on your flight times) The Peninsula juts out from the South Auckland coastline to separate the Hauraki Gulf from the Bay of Plenty. Package price, per person, double - from $551 Deep in the bush lie abandoned mining machinery, old Kauri tree water dams and timber milling equipment. The Single Double Peninsula is full of contrasts – the sea lapping on quiet 3.5 star $908 $551 golden beaches or crashing onto jagged rocks at the 4 star $1044 $595 bottom of a steep cliff. Farmland is fertile in some places Boutique $1466 $804 and in other areas has reverted to manuka and gorse. Self-drive pricing is valid for travel from June 1/10 to Sep. 30/10

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Wellington Te Papa Tongarewa National Museum

wellington

Nestled between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills, Wellington offers a chic city experience in a stunning natural setting.

An incredibly compact city! The best way to discover Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay Holiday Inn Wellington Wellington’s magic is on foot. This vibrant city is home to HHHH1/2 HHHH1/2 more than 300 cafes, bars and restaurants and it rivals the 118 rooms. The preferred 280 rooms. Centrally located world’s top culinary destinations for flavour and variety. location spoils you for choice of closed to the waterfront. Fabulous the ultimate day and night harbour views to Oriental Bay and Nature experiences are a big part of what Wellington has activities on where you can eat, Mount Victoria. The guest rooms got to offer. The excitement of the city is only a few shop, party and play. 2 minute provide spacious accommoda- minutes from a peaceful walk through native bush or walk from Te Papa Museum, the tion with distinctive glass-walled along a golden sand beach. vibrant Courtney Place and bathrooms that enhance the Theatre. Recently refurbished. natural light. If you are interested in learning about New Zealand’s history and culture, then Wellington is also the place for you. As the capital, it offers a range of experiences that give an insight into the identity of this amazing country.

The city is home to Te Papa Tongarewa, the national museum, which is a world-leader in interactive museum experiences. Te Papa provides a unique insight into the story of New Zealand and all who live here. The country’s 1/2 historic Parliament Buildings reside in Wellington, and The Bolton Hotel HHHH Intercontinental Wellington HHHHH also form a starting point for exploring the country’s 142 rooms. Located right in the city centre. The Bolton’s spacious 231 rooms. The Hotel is situated nationhood. rooms are a perfect setting in opposite the TSB Bank Arena and which to relax with superbly within strolling distance of the furnished rooms and walls waterfront, Te Papa, which is New accented by original artwork of Zealand’s national museum, and photographs of early Wellington. the Wellington Convention Centre. Recently refurbished.

Ibis Wellington HHH Plaza Hotel HHH1/2 200 rooms. Ibis Wellington is 76 rooms. The Bay Plaza Hotel is ideally located in Featherston located on Wellington’s vibrant Street in the heart of Wellington Oriental Parade and offers City. The hotel is easily accessible panoramic views of the City, by bus, train and taxi and Harbour. Minutes away from Wellington’s famous cafe lifestyle cafes, restaurants, bars, theatres, is right on your doorstep. Museum of New Zealand Wellington city at night (Te Papa), nightclubs and beach. Recently refurbished.

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Wild About Chocolate Tour Zealandia Karori Sanctuary

A Taste of Wellington Wellington, Wines and Wildlife 3-Night Package 4-Night Package This itinerary is ideal for those with only a little time in With just one more night, we have enhanced the Wellington. It allows free time to explore this fascinating Wellington experience by adding a full day wine tour and capital city on foot combined with 2 tours that showcase the “must see” Zealandia Sanctuary Wellington, Wines the city. and Wildlife. INCLuSIONS INCLuSIONS • 3 nights accommodation • 4 nights accommodation • 3 full breakfasts • 4 full breakfasts • Morning City Highlights Tour • 15 minute Harbour Heli Tour • Wild About Chocolate Tour • Zealandia Karori Sanctuary by Night Tour • Wairarapa Gourmet Escape Tour Package price, per person, double - from $501 Single Double Triple Package price, per person, double - from $1015 Ibis Wellington – standard $688 $501 $475 Single Double Triple Holiday Inn – superior $768 $506 $470 Bay Plaza – standard $1087 $1039 $786 Intercontinental – classic $1196 $828 $778 Copthorne – standard $1469 $1015 $923 The Bolton – classic room $1704 $1121 n/a

The Best of the Bottom

6-Night Package Auckland

You will enjoy a cross-section of attractions with this lower North Island Route. The drive takes you out of Wellington over the Rimutaka Ranges to Martinborough, where wine Taupo and food is the local focus. Napier offers more vineyard

experiences, but you can also discover Art Deco Palmerston North

architecture and a fabulous beach front. Napier

The drive to Taupo is scenic, and once their you will fi nd Martinborough geothermal parks, excellent trout fi shing and lots of hot pools. The Desert Road takes you past three volcanoes on the way to Palmerston. Look for bird sanctuaries and interesting museums as you drive down the Kapiti Coast to Wellington.

Package price, per person, double - from $1144 Single Double Package price $1832 $1144 Note: Seasonal surcharges apply

INCLuSIONS • 2 nights accommodation in Auckland • 2 full breakfasts • City Highlights Tour • Zealandia Kaori Sanctuary by Night • 1 night in Martinborough • Zest Greytown Gourmet Tour with lunch and wine • 1 night in Napier • 2 hour guided Napier walking tour • 1 night in Taupo • 1.5 hour morning boat cruise • 1 night in Palmerston North

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Lyttelton, Canterbury

christchurch and canterbury

Christchurch is the second largest city in New Zealand and the hub of the Canterbury region; bordered by hills and the Pacific Ocean, and is situated on the edge of the Canterbury Plains stretching to the Southern Alps. It is Ibis Christchurch HHH1/2 Copthorne Central HHH1/2 centered in an area of great geographical contrast. Much 155 rooms. Superbly situated in 142 rooms. The hotel is located of the city’s area has been set aside for parks, natural the heart of this historic garden right in the heart of the City reserves and recreation grounds. The city centre is city. The hotel is only a minute Centre and within 5 minutes walk compact with the central feature being the Avon River. from a myriad of art galleries, to the Christchurch Convention From art galleries to theatres, weekend markets to museums, cafes, restaurants and Centre, casino, art gallery, museums, there is a taste of Christchurch’s unique culture some of the most popular tourist museum and world class at every turn. activities in Christchurch. restaurants, cafes and shopping.

Canterbury is not only rich in beauty; it offers a wealth of unparalleled experiences. You can get close to the whales in Kaikoura, swim with the world’s rarest Dolphins near the charming French settlement of Akaroa, soak in a thermal hot pool at Hanmer Springs, tour one of New Zealand’s award winning wine regions, Waipara, hike through spectacular scenery near Arthur’s Pass, mountain bike through beautiful hill country around Timaru and Waimate, make a pilgrimage to Australasia’s highest peak, Aoraki Mount Cook or float tranquilly above the plains in a Heritage Christchurch HHHH1/2 Millennium Christchurch hot air balloon 176 rooms. Located in the heart HHHH1/2 of New Zealand’s “Garden City” 179 rooms. Centrally located in in the Cathedral Square Heritage picturesque Cathedral Square the Christchurch. The hotel offers heart of Christchurch. The contemporary accommoda- hotel is only minutes from the tion in the lovingly restored Old city’s key tourist attractions - Government Building, or modern including the Christchurch convenience in their tower wing. Casino.

The George HHHHH Quest Christchurch HHH1/2 55 rooms. With all the facilities 280 rooms. Located in the heart of and services that the leisure the commercial, arts and tourist traveler needs The George is precinct of Christchurch. quietly earning a big reputation for Features a mix of new and it is unique brand of hospitality. heritage architecture including Small and elegant, this boutique the largest glazed atrium in the hotel offers an exceptional level of South Island of New Zealand. Christchurch personal service. Incorporated in the complex, is a variety of retail shops, cafes and restaurants. www.boomerangtours.ca | 53 | new zealand CHRISTCHuRCH AND CANTERBuRY

Abel Tasman TranzAlpine Train Journey Whales in Kaikoura

Quick Stop Christchurch Wildlife, Artisans and Rail 3-Night Package 8-Night Package

This was designed for those with little time but who want a This itinerary is ideal for those who have spent time in taste of the city of Christchurch Christchurch and are ready now to venture outside the city but are not comfortable driving on the opposite side of the INCLuSIONS road as the tour has a coach and driver. • Arrival and departure transfers • 3 nights accommodation INCLuSIONS • American breakfast daily • Arrival and departure transfers • 1/2 day Christchurch by Day tour • 4 nights in Christchurch including your arrival day • Christchurch Tramway Triple Pass • 1 night in Kaikoura • 2 nights in Nelson Package price, per person, double - from $356 • 1 night in Greymouth on the West Coast Single Double Triple • Breakfast on Day 2-5 Ibis Christchurch – standard $733 $356 $323 •1/2 day Christchurch by Day tour The Quest – studio apartment $801 $452 n/a • Christchurch Tramway Triple Pass Millennium – superior $901 $502 $421 • Tranzcoastal Train Journey Note: Rates are for travel June 1/10 to Sep. 30/10 • Abel Tasman National Park Tour • TranzAlpine Train Journey

Package price, per person, double - from $1658 Whales and Wildlife Single Double 5-Night Package Quality Hotels $2477 $1658 Note: Prices are valid for travel June 1/10 to Sep. 30/10 With another two nights, we’ve added a couple of the best experiences to be had in the Christchurch/Canterbury Region.

INCLuSIONS Whales and Hot Pools • Arrival and departure transfers 5-Night Package • 5 nights accommodation • Christchurch Grand Tour This was designed for those who love a steering wheel in • Kaikoura Day Trip with lunch their hands and the road beneath their tires. It explores • Arkaroa Day Trip with cruise the lovely Kaikoura and Hanmer Springs area but includes extra time in Christchurch at the end. Package price, per person, double - from $679 Single Double Triple INCLuSIONS Copthorne Central- standard $1494 $1018 n/a • 5 nights accommodation Ibis Wellington – standard $1339 $679 $869 • 4 day car rental – compact automatic Heritage – deluxe room $1710 $1137 $1018 • Kaikoura Whale Watch Excursion • Hanmer Springs Pool Admission • Christchurch Tram Pass • Punting on the Avon Voucher

Package price, per person, double - from $873 Single Double Triple 3.5 star hotels $1411 $873 $755 4 star hotels $1610 $978 $870 Boutique accommodation $2465 $1354 n/a Note: Rates are valid for travel June 1/10 to Sep. 30/10

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Queenstown Bungy jumping

QUEENSTOWN

Nourish the senses in this unique four seasons alpine and lake resort. Unrivalled scenic diversity is the vivid backdrop for a town which never fails to inspire both relaxation and excitement in its visitors; often both at the same time. Kingsgate Hotel HHH1/2 Copthorne Lakefront HHHH1/2 Tucked into a picturesque bay on the calming shores of 85 rooms. Kingsgate Hotel 247 rooms. Copthorne Resort Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by jagged peaks, the Terraces is situated on the shores Lakefront Queenstown is magical feel of Queenstown hits before you even touch of Lake Wakatipu and only conveniently located within down. 10 minutes walk from the town walking distance of the centre of centre. It is surrounded by the Queenstown and a few minutes At once breathtakingly beautiful and action-packed, grandeur and beauty of the world stroll from Lake Wakatipu. The Queenstown’s unique edge is borne from a tangible buzz famous Southern Alps. hotel blends superior facilities that touches every visitorís soul, conjuring up a feeling and comfort with friendly that anything is possible. personal service. It is no coincidence that in a town heavily populated by adrenalin sport pioneers, personal discovery lies in the strangest of places. Visitors often leave with a glowing sense of achievement and the options are limitless; skydiving, bungy jumping, canyon swinging, whitewater rafting, tandem hang gliding, parapenting, jetboating, heli-skiing and more.

Queenstown has its own unique brand of relaxation Novotel Queenstown Lakeside Sofitel Hotel & SpaHHHHH 1/2 hidden away in friendly nooks are intimate bars, cafes and HHHH 82 rooms. Located in the heart restaurants offering a sophisticated urban feel. Exclusive 204 rooms. Overlooking Lake of the city, just 15 minutes drive spas in wonderful surroundings offer luxurious Wakatipu and only a minute from the airport and 20 minutes walk from the lively heart of pampering treatments. from Coronet Peak ski fields. Queenstown. The hotel has The rooms are very spacious, recently been refurbished and well decorated and the location offers comfortable, stylish new is the best in Queenstown. and upgraded rooms and facilities.

Heritage Queenstown HHHH1/2 Millenium HHHH1/2 211 rooms. Unique alpine resort 220 rooms. Located on Frank- surrounded by native forest ton Road, the main road into with panoramic lake and Queenstown. Enjoy world class mountain view. Soak in the accommodation, dining and amazing postcard view of Lake service characterized by warmth Wakatipu form your choice of and personal attention. Relax in room, suite or three-bedroom an air of timeless elegance and Queenstown in winter villa. experience a resort that captures the essence of a truly unique region. www.boomerangtours.ca | 55 | new zealand queenstown

Milford Sound Nature Cruise Abel Tasman Walk Day Pass St. Clair Beach · Dunedin

Get Acquainted with Queenstown Mountains and Milford 4-Night Package 5-Night Package This itinerary was designed for those who have only a This slightly longer self-drive has an overnight in short time to see the highlights of Queenstown and the Queenstown, 1 night in Te Anau, an overnight on the surrounding area. You will have the opportunity to get an Milford Mariner including breakfast and dinner and 2 overview of the city, plus experience the Otago Wine Region nights in Dunedin where you have free day to visit the and a nature cruise on Milford Sound Albatross Centre or do a Monarch Cruise on Otago Harbour and admission to Penguin Place. Inclusions • Arrival and departure transfers Inclusions • 4 nights accommodation • 5 nights accommodation • 4 full breakfasts • 6 day Compact Automatic car rental • Queenstown Get Acquainted Tour • Dart River Safaris - Wilderness Safari • Milford Sound Nature Cruise - Coach/coach option with • Milford Mariner Overnight Cruise with breakfast and picnic lunch dinner • Afternoon Boutique Otego Wine Tour with a platter lunch • Skyline Gondala Ride and buffet dinner Package price, per person, double - from $1203 Single Double Triple Package price, per person, double - from $1005 3.5 star accommodation $2012 $1203 n/a Single Double Triple 4 star accommodation $2087 $1247 n/a Kingsgate Hotel - standard $1284 $1005 $961 Boutique accommodation $2798 $1632 n/a Novotel Lakeside - guest room $1289 $1016 $999 Rates are valid for travel June 1/10 to Sep. 30/10 Millennium - superior room $1452 $1102 $1055 Rates are valid for travel June 1/10 to Sep. 30/10 Awesome Adventure 7-Night Package Your 8 day adventure starts with 2 nights in Queenstown where you can experience what the city has to offer. Your next stop. Wanaka River Journey Experience. The next day you travel to the West Coast for 2 nights in Franz These self-drive itineraries where created for those who Joseph with a free day to explore on your own and finally want to use Queenstown as a base to explore other the itinerary ends in the lovely city of Nelson where you exciting locations with the convenience of pre-booked stay for 2 nights. We are sure you will enjoy the full day accommodation and tours yet free time to seek out Abel Tasman cruise and walk we reserved for you. hidden spots on your own. Return vehicule to the Nelson Airport.

Alpine Delights Inclusions 3-Night Package • 7 nights accommodation • 8 day Compact Automatic car rental Inclusions • Day Remarkables Experience • 3 nights accommodation • Wanaka River Experience Tour • 4 day Compact Automatic car rental • Admission to the Glacier Hot Pools in Franz Joseph • Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Lunch • 2 breakfasts in all accommodation types in Franz Joseph • Fjordland Cinema Pass overnight Package price, per person, double - from $590 • Abel Tasman Cruise and Walk Day Pass Single Double Triple • 2 dinners in the Boutique Option for stay in Franz Joseph 3.5 star hotels $974 $590 $502 4 star hotels $1023 $620 $532 Package price, per person, double - from $1597 Boutique accommodation $1398 $834 n/a Single Double Triple Rates are valid for travel June 1/10 to September 30/1 3.5 star accommodation $2494 $1597 $1416 4 star accommodation $2797 $1759 $1518 Boutique accommodation $3944 $2393 n/a Rates are valid for travel June 1/10 to September 30/10 | 56 | www.boomerangtours.ca QUEENSTOWN • fiji stopovers new zealand

Ultimate Queenstown Royal Davui 4-Night Package 5-Night package

This exclusive luxury vacation in Queenstown is the Includes ultimate in secluded escapes. Awaken to a mountain • Meet/greet and document exchange sunrise, sip the world’s finest wine and enjoy the epitome • Return flights from Nadi Airport to Pacific Harbour of New Zealand’s luxury lodge experience. and launch • Transfers from Pacific Harbour to the resort Includes • 5 nights accommodation in a Luxury Island Vale • 5 day car rental • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Bayan • 4 night accommodation Restaurant or by the pool • Picnic on the Peak with Over the Top Helicopters • Tea/coffee and purified water • Private Boutique Wine Tour Package price per person double – from $2690 Package price, per person, double - from $3247 Remarkables Lodge – Lodge Room : Includes daily breakfast, afternoon tea, pre-dinner canapés, dinner featuring local produce soft drinks beer, and pre dinner drinks and use of all lodges facilities Tokoriki Island 5-Night package Package price, per person, double - from $3427 Punatapu Lodge - The stable : Includes daily gourmet breakfast, mini-bar Includes pre drinks, canapés and 3 course dinner with New Zealand wines • Meet/greet and document exchange • Return launch transfers from Port Denarau Package price, per person, double - from $3916 • 5 nights accommodation in a Deluxe Bure The Azur Lodges - Villa : Includes daily breakfast, • Welcome drink and shell lei on arrival afternoon tea, pre-drinks and canapés. Personal bar in • $50FJD Food and Beverage credit per night per bure villa with beer, soft drinks, juices snacks and water Package price per person double – from $1594

Fiji Stopover Packages Boomerang Tours would highly recommend a short stay in Fiji and have prepared the following special itineraries which will give you a good taste of these lovely islands

Outrigger on the Lagoon 5-Night package

• Meet/greet and document exchange • Return airport transfers • 5 nights accommodation in a Deluxe Ocean View Room • Breakfast, lunch and dinner on 2 of the 5 days of your stay • Use of kayaks, snorkel gear and paddleboards

Package price, per person, double – from $908

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Independent contractors over quality­ standards in the country where they refund to you. air transportation in economy class from date of return to Canada. All passengers which we have no control perform baggage are located. These standards are sometimes­ Vancouver, Toronto or Montreal on an CANCELLATION CHARGES: must make sure they have a valid passport ­ handling and we cannot assume lower than North American standards, individual or group basis; transfers as • Once the ticket issued, it will be 100% according to the requirements of the responsibility­ for loss of, or damage to, because they particularly take into indicated in the program; transportation non-refundable countries­ visited. Passengers holding other baggage or other possessions. Due to the consideration­ the services available rather by tour bus, train or ship as mentioned • More than 45 days prior to departure: than a Canadian passport may require other carrier’s limit of liability; please do not than the comfort in the rooms/cabins. in the itineraries; double occupancy $1000 per person or 30 % of the package documents (i.e. visa or vaccination check valuable items such as jewellery and accommodation­ with private bathroom and/ if there are no flights included certificate).­ The passenger must obtain cameras. Please also limit the valuables Hotels are subject to availability and are or private shower. (Single rooms are limited • 44 to 30 days: 75% of the package price these documents before departure. (including electronic equipment) you take confirmed at time of booking; they may be and will be confirmed after the reservation); ­ • Less than 30 days: 100% of the package with you on holiday and use the safety replaced by other rooms/cabins of similar meals mentioned in the itineraries (drinks price For information on the Canadian Government­ deposit boxes provided at hotels or on cruise category. Hotel and cruise ship companies ­ not included); visits according to the Passenger Protect program, please visit ships. Please ensure you have adequate assign rooms/cabins available when itinerary­ including entrance fees; handling The departure date is excluded in www.passengerprotect.gc.ca. Landed insurance to cover your belongings passengers arrive. Boomerang has no of one piece of luggage per person (unless determining­ the cancellation deadline. If immigrants without Canadian citizenship or throughout­ your holiday. control­ whatsoever on the size, location ­ otherwise stated in the program); hotel a change is made to the room occupancy, a Permanent Resident Card may be denied or view of rooms/cabins assigned to service­ charges; Boomerang travel documents. including the addition to or reduction of boarding upon return to Canada. In the CONNECTING FLIGHTS: passengers. the number of occupants, you will be event that a passenger does not possess the If you have a connecting flight with PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE: responsible­ for any resulting increase in documentation required by the government separate­ tickets, you should allow ample Single rooms, outside North America, are Passport fees, insurance, optional excursions, price. In the event a passenger wishes to authorities at the holiday destination or time (minimum­ 3 hours) between flights. usually smaller and not as well located as gratuities, visa fees & transportation-related modify, change or cancel the package, he by the airline, passage or entry to the Boomerang cannot accept any responsibility double rooms. Their number is very limited taxes and fees, personal expenses (drinks or she will be required to notify Boomerang destination­ may be refused. If passage or for additional charges incurred for airfares and they can only be confirmed after booking. during meals, wine or spirits) and any other in writing within the prescribed deadline. entry is refused, Boomerang will not be held or other expenses due to missed flights, items not specifically stipulated as being Boomerang will not issue a refund for any liable and will not issue any refunds. irregular air operations or flight time If you book a tour with single occupancy, you included in the package must be paid for by cancelled or unused services after the changes. can, at the time of booking, request to share the passenger including airport taxes where departure point. TICKETS: the room with another passenger. All such applicable. Tickets will be issued 50 days prior to departure ­ TOURS & ITINERARIES: requests must be made in writing at the time CHANGES TO A BOOKING: or upon receipt of full payment or upon Tours abroad are not operated or managed of booking. Boomerang does not guarantee HOW TO MAKE A BOOKING: If, after booking has been confirmed airline’s request, if booked within 45 days. It by Boomerang but by tour operators and/ the compatibility of people sharing rooms Simply call or visit your travel agent and they by Boomerang, you wish to modify the is important to review all tickets. or local suppliers whose names appear or their mutual understanding. You will will contact Boomerang for reservations. arrangements­ already made, any change on your exchange vouchers. Boomerang’s assume sole responsibility, with Boomerang Before booking, you must clearly explain to (flight dates, destination or name change) will All flight times, flight itineraries, carriers and role is strictly ­ limited to transmitting your being totally exempted, for all the risks and your travel agent your requirements, your be subject to availability and will entail the aircraft types are subject to change with or reservations­ to the local tour operator. inconveniences associated with sharing a tastes, your needs and your expectations following fees: without notice. The carriers and Boomerang ­ Boomerang does not assume any room with a stranger, including the fact that with regard to the trip planned as well as • Up to 45 days prior to departure: also reserve the right to add en route responsibility­ in the event of an error or you cannot change travel partners or get a any detail that could affect the validity ­ - Any change concerning the hotel: minimum stops. It is recommended that you contact­ failure­ to provide any service by the local different room during the trip and will have of transportation tickets and the smooth of $50 per person, per change (plus any the airline­ within 24 hours of departure tour operators or their representatives. to pay an extra charge for changing the type functioning of the package (for example, if additional supplements according to this to confirm your departure time. It is also of occupancy, which is not always possible. you are a national of a country other than change). recommended that you arrive at the airport Itineraries stated in this brochure are In the event that room sharing is denied to Canada, or if you have a handicap, etc.) -Any change concerning the names, 3 to 4 hours prior to departure to allow given for information purposes only and a passenger who made such a request, or so that your travel agent can give you departure­ dates or destination: minimum sufficient time for check-in and security­ are subject ­ to change at any time. Cities if such a request is not followed up, the the proper advice. The name given when of $350 per person, per change (plus any clearance. Airline cut-off times vary and stops described in the tours, whether passenger cannot claim this as a reason for booking must be the name appearing in additional supplements or penalties between­ 45 and 90 minutes. Please check individually or as a whole, cannot in any cancelling his or her booking and must pay your passport. Otherwise a name change according­ to this change and the availability). with the airline directly. You agree that way be considered a determining factor the extra charge for single occupancy. fee will apply • 44 days or less: your change will be Boomerang cannot be held responsible or of your booking. Itineraries, visits, accom- considered as a cancellation and will be PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS: liable if you miss your flight or are denied modation or means of transportation are CRUISES: subject to the applicable cancellation DEPOSIT boarding. Carriage and service performed subject to change during the course of the To avoid any disappointment, we would like charges. Package including air : and tickets issued are subject to the tour, due to special circumstances, and the to inform our clients that, unlike cruises in $1000 deposit per person. terms referred to on such tickets, the rules local tour operator as well as the guide can the Caribbean, where luxury services and You will also be responsible for any price relating to liability by the Warsaw decide at any time to make any changes or accommodation are frequent, cruises in Land only : 30% increase on goods and services from the Note : Additional deposits may be required Convention (as amended), and these Terms substitutions - their decision being final and the Mediterranean, Asia, Egypt, Russia and original reservation date to the date of & Conditions. Tickets and boarding passes without recourse. Number of participants in South Pacific should be regarded as the most by some resorts which are over and above change. No price adjustments shall be Boomerang deposit requirements. are non-transferable and non-negotiable. a group can vary from 2 to 45 persons in the pleasant and convenient way to visit many made if the price for goods and services has programs presented in this brochure except sites. In no cases can the ships used be decreased.

| 58 | www.boomerangtours.ca 2010-2011 compared with those used in the Caribbean ­ provincial health care coverage may be Room upgrade bonus features are subject 30 days from the event giving rise to the equipment, or any act, omission, negligence in terms of tonnage, size and number of limited. to space availability at checkin and cannot claim. Should you not file a written complaint­ or commission of any third party supplying­ cabins, service and entertainment on board, be guaranteed prior to your arrival. Bonus with Boomerang within 30 days from the end any of the services or accommodation etc. Criteria used for ship classification are CANCELLATION OF SERVICES: features do not have a cash value. of your vacation, you will be presumed to be herein,­ its agents, servants, employees, established on the basis of local standards, Boomerang reserves the right to cancel satisfied with the services received and to subcontractors, or for any claims for such which may be lower than North American a package if not enough participants are HOTEL CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT: have waived any and all claims that you may loss, damage or injury, whether physical standards. Moreover, these cruise ship registered. In the event that certain services ­ Due to hotel housekeeping requirements, have had against ­Boomerang. Boomerang or mental, arising there from, or from any companies use different types of ships to are cancelled, Boomerang will have no regardless of flight times, hotel check-in is will not respond to any claims or demands cause that arises by reason of actions of operate cruises. The choice of ship is responsibility beyond the refund of all normally after 3:00 pm on the day of arrival. made after the expiration of the 30-day parties other than Boomerang. Boomerang their sole responsibility and is done only monies received by Boomerang for such Hotel check-out time is normally 12 noon. ­delay. You may not commence any legal reserves the right to decline any passenger a few days before departure, without any cancelled services, which will be deemed All-inclusive privileges begin at check-in and ­proceeding against Boomerang unless you as a member­ of these tours at any time. consultation with us. In the event that to constitute full settlement of any claim end at check-out. have submitted a notice as set out above. the tonnage of your cruise ship is lower you might have against Boomerang for the Under no circumstances­ shall Boomerang PRIVACY POLICY: than the one indicated in this brochure, cancellation. However, you must notify us of UNUSED SERVICES: be liable to you for an amount in excess of Boomerang is compliant with the Personal ­ no price change can be made to the cost your decision in writing within 72 hours of No refunds or adjustments will be made to the total amount paid to Boomerang ­for your Information Protection and Electronic of the package.­ Consequently, we cannot such notice you for portions of your vacation not taken vacation Document­ Act (P.I.P.E.D.A.) that went into guarantee­ any particular ship in the cruise or used. effect January 2004. ship company’s fleet. ALTERATION OF SERVICES: COMPLIANCE: Advertised facilities may occasionally be PRICES & COST INCREASES: You agree to comply with any reasonable A copy of our policy can be found at www. PROBLEM HANDLING: modified or unavailable. We will advise All prices, unless otherwise stated, are per instructions issued by Boomerang or its exotiktours.com or by contacting our Privacy If you have any questions, queries or you or your travel agent of any description ­ person based on two adults sharing one representatives during your vacation. Any Policy Office at the address listed below. problems­ while at your destination, please changes, if known, prior to departure. hotel room. All prices advertised in this person acting in a way that compromises the contact the hotel or supplier directly. Should Sometimes major changes to your holiday­ brochure are in Canadian dollars and do not enjoyment of other travellers on the trip or Boomerang Tours is a wholly-owned you find your accommodation unsuitable, arrangements may be required due to include GST (where applicable) and taxes. who refuses to follow instructions given by division of Thomas Cook Canada Inc. contact the hotel manager or the supplier circumstances beyond our control, such as However, local environmental fees, pay on Boomerang representatives may be obliged Ontario Registration Numbers: 50014991 immediately. Failure to report your concerns hotel overbooking, unexpected maintenance board kitty fees or communal hotel taxes to return to Canada before the end of the B.C. Registration Number: 3522-1 may preclude your right to a claim. problems or due to market conditions. Major must be paid locally. The prices advertised trip, at his or her own expense. Montreal, QC: Quebec Permit Holder changes may include change of destination, in this brochure are based on fixed costs at QC800493 If you decide to find your own accommodation ­­­­ change of departure or return by more than the time of print. These costs are dependant APPLICABLE LAW: elsewhere, there will be no refund for the 24 hours, change of itinerary, change of on rate of exchange and/or other factors. Regardless of your holiday destination, 1257 Rue Guy, Montreal, QC H3H 2K5 unused portion of your hotel stay. Additional hotel, ship or accommodation standard. In Boomerang reserves the right to increase any dispute between you and Boomerang expenses incurred for new accommodation these circumstances, Boomerang reserves the price. Should the price increase be shall be interpreted in accordance with the Severability: The invalidity of any provision are your responsibility. the right to substitute hotel and other greater than 7%, you have the right to cancel ­ laws of the place of your departure from contained herein does not affect the validity arrangements for arrangements of the contract for travel services and obtain a Canada and international conventions and of any other provision listed. NOTICE TO TRAVELLERS: comparable­ value without notice or liability. refund of all monies paid to Boomerang, agreements­ referred to herein. Please be aware that different living ­unless the price increase is the result of Notice: No agent or representative of Miscellaneous: Prices are valid at time of standards­ and practices exist outside of FORCE MAJEURE/ACT OF GOD: ­government taxation or fuel surcharge ­Boomerang or any other service provider printing for departures June 1, 2010 to May Canada, including but not limited to provision ­ Boomerang is not responsible or liable for allowed­ by the Canadian Transportation has the authority to modify or waive any 31, 2011. All prices are subject to change of utilities, i.e. water and electricity, changes or cancellations made that relate­ Agency. Every effort will be made to advise ­provision of these Terms and Conditions. without notice. accommodations, services of all kinds, food, to or arise as a result of hostilities, acts of your travel agent of any price increase at food preparation, water quality, security, war or threat of war, riots, civil disturbances,­ least 15 days prior to your departure date. In ARBITRATION: The information in this brochure supersedes insects, wildlife or weather conditions. terrorist activity, industrial disputes, natural­ the event of an error in published rates, you Any claim or dispute (including, without all previously published information. You agree that Boomerang shall not be and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics­ will be given the option to accept the change limitation, any unresolved claims concerning ­ Printed in Canada. responsible­ or liable for any loss, damage, or health risks, technical problems ­ with or to cancel for a full refund of all monies any services booked through, or provided by, illness or injury you may suffer as a result of transport­ as well as flight delays due received by Boomerang. Boomerang and claims made directly by you Note: A printable version of these Terms & such different living standards and practices. to weather or for mechanical reasons, or by anyone connected to you or claiming­ Conditions is available at www.exotiktours. It is not uncommon to suffer from travellers’ ­ government­ action, closed or congested SPECIAL NEEDS PASSENGERS & through you) relating to or arising from your com diarrhea when travelling. The Public Health airports or ports, supplier­ insolvency, MEDICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: purchase of a holiday, or the goods and Agency of Canada recommends that you ­governmental acts and other events beyond Some tours can be tiring depending on the services­ provided by or through Boomerang, ­ visit your family doctor or a travel medicine­ our control. You agree that Boomerang does passenger’s state of health. Because of the must be decided by one arbitrator, to the clinic prior to departure to advise you on not assume any responsibility, and is not intense heat in some countries, frequent ­exclusion of the Courts. The arbitration shall precautions. Please check the Foreign liable, for the costs or other consequences travel and change of food, we recommend be governed by the National Arbitration ­ Affairs & International Trade Canada that arise out of or result from inclement that you be in good health and rested Rules of the ADR Institute of Canada, website ­ at voyage.gc.ca for information weather conditions at any time of the year. when leaving Canada. Some drugs are not Inc. or its successors or a replacement specific to your destination before available­ abroad. You must carry a sufficient­ Administrator.­ The seat of the arbitration you travel.­ All hotels undergo routine FACILITIES & SERVICES: amount of your medication, whether it is shall be in the province in which you reside. maintenance­ and renovations. Certain resort Hotels may curtail or alter some facilities ­ prescribed or can be purchased over the The decision of the arbitrators shall be final areas are undergoing major growth with without notice, usually for purpose of counter. Ensure your medication is in your and binding upon the parties. The present­ ongoing construction­ and Boomerang is not ongoing­ maintenance and improvement. hand luggage. Never pack it in your suitcase arbitration clause applies to all claims responsible for any resulting inconvenience. You agree that Boomerang shall not be held or give it to someone else to carry it for you. made as part of a class action or other At brand new hotels, some facilities may not responsible or liable if, due to the acts Make sure you have your prescription paper representative­ action, it being expressly be completely operational. Landscaping and or omissions of others, some services, on you while travelling. Unfortunately, in ­understood and agreed to that the arbitration­ other finishing touches may be continuing bonus features or facilities described in this its regular programs, Boomerang does not of such claims must proceed on an individual­ during your stay. If Boomerang is advised brochure, cease to be available or are not provide special care or special assistance (non-class, non-representative) basis. of any significant work that will be ongoing working. The behaviour of other guests and to individuals suffering from a disability or during your stay or of any major facilities­ the cancellation of services for any reason food allergies. Some hotels and countries BOOMERANG’S RESPONSIBILITY: that will not be available, we will try to are beyond Boomerang’s control. All efforts are not equipped to provide special care to The travel services provided are subject to advise you prior to departure through notice are made to ensure accuracy at the time clients with a disability. Any person with the Travel Industry Act (ON), Travel Agent’s to your travel agent. of printing this brochure. Descriptions and a disability­ or incapacity who requires Act (BC), Travel Agent’s Act (QC) or any photographs are representational only and special attention or treatments must notify other similar act enforced in the province of TRAVEL INSURANCE: are not a guarantee that everything will be Boomerang­ in writing at the time of booking residence of the purchaser or in the province­ It is strongly recommended that all travellers­ exactly as depicted at the destination.­ You and provide a declaration signed by his or where a vacation was purchased from obtain adequate insurance coverage to agree that Boomerang shall not be held her doctor stating that he or she is capable Boomerang­ and Regulations there under protect themselves should they be obliged responsible or liable for modifications that of participating in the activities of the tour and are subject to the conditions ­imposed to cancel a holiday due to health problems­ can take place after publication, including and can move without the assistance of by the suppliers and such suppliers’ ­ (and or unforeseen circumstances. You may damage or beach erosion due to storms ­another member of the group or the whole- Boomerang’s)­ liability is limited by their purchase­ such insurance from your travel or tidal conditions. Services such as à la saler’s representative.­ Boomerang reserves tariffs, conditions of carriage, tickets and agent at the time of booking. You may carte dinners, daily activities programs, the right to refuse a passenger who cannot­ vouchers, and international conventions also wish to purchase medical insurance. spa services and bonus features are on a complete the trip or for whom the trip and agreements, as amended (eg. The You agree that Boomerang shall not be first-come, first-serve basis and may require represents­ a danger to the passenger or to Warsaw Convention, The Athens Convention responsible­ or liable for health problems reservations. Certain services and activities others. & The London Convention). You agree that that may arise or become aggravated while may be withdrawn by the hotel for reasons ­Boomerang shall not be responsible or liable travelling or at your destination. Standards such as weather conditions and number NOTICE OF CLAIMS: for, and you hereby waive any claim arising­ of medical care may differ from those in of participants. All withdrawn features You must notify Boomerang, in writing by out of or relating to, any loss, damage,­ ­Canada. Treatment may be expensive, are non-refundable. Spa services are at registered mail, of any claim you may have, injury­ or illness whether physical or mental, payment­ in advance may be required and ­additional charge unless otherwise stated. or claim to have, against Boomerang, within resulting­ from any delay, substitution­ of

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