Sydney & New South Wales New Zealand Agent’s Discount Program June 2013 to 31 March 2014 $20 VOUCHER Book two or more sightseeing or accommodation products from the New Zealand Agent Discount Brochure and receive a $20 JR Duty Free Voucher* All you need to do is email [email protected] with a confirmation of your bookings and the voucher will be posted out to you. *Limited to one voucher per booking INTRODUCTION Sydney is recognised as one of the world’s most cosmopolitan, vibrant and beautiful cities. Surrounding Sydney are the regions of New South Wales, offering a diverse range of landscapes and holiday experiences. This brochure is designed to give you, the agent/consultant selling holidays to Australia, tips on how to experience the best of Sydney and New South Wales. Just decide when you want to travel and you can book directly with the operators featured in this booklet. Don’t forget, your travelling companion may also be eligible for selected discounts. HOW TO MAKE YOUR FAMIL BOOKING • Book directly with the accommodation, tour operator or attraction provider at least seven days prior to your departure. • Advise you are a New Zealand travel agent booking on the Sydney and New South Wales Agent Discount Programme. • Establish what information and identification you need to provide or any conditions you need to meet to access the special rates. BOOKING CONDITIONS • Rates quoted are in Australian Dollars and include GST unless stated otherwise. Australian GST is calculated at 10%. • Rates quoted are available exclusively to New Zealand retail and wholesale (travel and airline) agents/consultants selling Australian holidays and are subject to availability. • Identification is required at accommodation check-in and attractions. • Nominal charges may apply to an accompanying spouse or partner unless stated otherwise by operators. Children can often stay in properties FOC or for a minimum rate. Check with the individual property about kids’ rates. • Accommodation rates are based on room only (twin/double share) unless stated otherwise and are subject to availability. • Listed rates may exclude high season, peak season and other surcharges. 1 CONTENTS INTRODUCTIOn 1 CONTEnts 2 sydnEy 3 BLUE MOUNTAINS 15 Aerial view of Sydney Harbour. Photo: Hamilton Lund CENTRAL COAST 17 HUNTER REGIOn 19 MID NORTH COAST 22 PORT STEPHENS PORT MACQUARIE COFFS HARBOUR Escarpment east of Newnes, Blue Mountains. Photo: Hamilton Lund NORTHERN RIVERS 24 BYRON BAY SOUTH COAST 26 GRAND PACIFIC DRIVE shoalhaven, eurobodalla & SAPPHIRE coast SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS CANBERRA 28 Murray’s Beach, Jervis Bay. Photo: Adam Taylor NEW ENGLAND NORTH WEst 34 CENTRAL NSW (DUBBO) 36 OUTBACK NSW 38 TERMS AND CONDITIONS 40 Mad Max Car, Silverton, Outback New South Wales. Photo: Destination NSW 2 SYDNEY Surrounded by stunning waterways and world-famous icons such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney is the perfect place to indulge your every holiday whim. Sydney mixes sophistication with a friendly, easy-going approach to life. You’ll enjoy wonderful dining, the freshest seafood, stunning beaches and endless shopping choices. The city centre is surrounded by vibrant suburbs, each with their own unique flavour. KEY EXPERIENCES SHOWS AND EVENTS: Sydney has a year-long calendar of exciting events that are a major draw card for visitors. Cultural events include Chinese New Year and Sydney Festival while major sporting fixtures range from cricket to rugby league, rugby union and horse racing. BEACHES: Sydney has some of the best surfing beaches in Sydney the world where you can learn to surf, follow a coastal trail, go jogging or try parasailing and stand-up paddle-boarding. There are friendly volleyball sessions on the sand, casual cafés, weekend markets and great shopping. You can dine in casual elegance overlooking the ocean or relax with a delicious cocktail at sunset. SHOPPING: Whether you’re a label hunter or a bargain hunter, MAJOR EVENTS you’ll be spoilt for choice when shopping in Sydney. Find boutiques in the city centre, stylish precincts in Paddington Sydney Film Festival 5 – 16 June and Double Bay, contemporary style in Newtown and Ice at Circular Quay 21 June – 10 July glamorous department stores. A-League All Stars v Manchester United 20 July Spas: From Himalayan therapy to steam tents, foot massages The Sun-Herald City2Surf 11 August to green tea ginger body wraps, Sydney’s health and beauty sanctuaries promise bliss, wellbeing and a gorgeous inner glow. Bledisloe Cup 17 August DINING: 140 nationalities, acclaimed chefs and an astonishing Good Food Month 1 – 31 October range of produce has helped establish Sydney as one of the Sculpture by the Sea 24 October – 10 November world’s most adventurous food destinations with dining options to suit all styles and budgets. Sydney 500 6 – 8 December The Lion King From 12 December NIGHTLIFE: If you like plenty of night time action on holidays, Sydney delivers in spades. Cocktails by the beach or at a Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race 26 December rooftop bar, locally-brewed boutique beers or a hectic night on New Year’s Eve on Sydney Harbour 31 December the dance floor – just take your pick. Sydney Festival 8 – 27 January, 2014 Mardi Gras 7 February - 2 March, 2014 Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour March – April, 2014 Vivid 23 May – 9 June, 2014 3 SYDNEY CITY/CBD ACCOMMODATION The Star Complex - Astral The Sebel Pier One Sydney 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont 11 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay Phone: +61 2 97779000 Phone: +61 2 8298 9999 Email: [email protected] Fax: +61 2 8298 9777 Website: www.star.com.au Email: [email protected] Property Type: 5 Star Hotel Website: www.sebelpierone.com.au Rate: Mid-week rate in a deluxe (Sun-Thurs) $209 Property Type: 4.5 Star Hotel subject to site inspection. Complimentary Rate: 30% off Best Unrestricted Rate upgrade to City or Harbour view, subject to www.accorasiapacificpartners.com/NZDiscount2011 availability. Citigate Central Sydney The York by Swiss-Belhotel 169-179 Thomas Street, Sydney 5 York Street, Sydney Phone: +61 2 9281 6888 Phone: +61 2 9210 5000 Fax: +61 2 9281 6688 Fax: +61 2 9210 1487 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.mirvachotels.com/citigate-central-sydney Website: www.theyorkapartments.com.au Property Type: 4.5 Star Hotel Property Type: 4.5 Star Apartment Hotel Rate: 15% off best available rate – Citigate King Rm Rate: $220 deluxe studio apartment Metro Hotel on Pitt Harbour Rocks Hotel, The Rocks 300 Pitt Street, Sydney 34-52 Harrington Street Phone: +61 2 9283 8088 Phone: +61 2 8220 9999 Fax: +61 2 9283 2825 Fax: +61 2 8220 9998 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.metrohotels.com.au Website: www.harbourrocks.com.au Property Type: 4 Star Property Type: 4 Star Hotel Rate: Rate: 30% off Best Unrestricted Rate $125.00 valid 01-30 Apr& 01-30 Sep – Standard www.accorasiapacificpartners.com/NZDiscount2011 $130.00 valid 01-30 Apr& 01-30 Sep – Superior $140.00 valid 01 Oct – 31 Mar 2014 – Standard The Sebel Surry Hills Sydney $150.00 valid 01 Oct – 31 Mar 2014 – Superior 28 Albion Street, Surry Hills Phone: +61 2 9289 0000 Blockout Dates: Fax: +61 2 9289 0001 2013 Email: [email protected] (05-06JUL, 09-10AUG, 14-15SEP, 05-06OCT, 06-08DEC, 30-31DEC) Website: www.sebelsurryhills.com.au Property Type: 4.5 Star Hotel 2014 Rate: 30% off Best Unrestricted Rate (01JAN, 28FEB-01MAR, 07-08MAR) www.accorasiapacificpartners.com/NZDiscount2011ww.sydney Oyster Bar, Sydney. Photo: James Horan Bronte Beach, Sydney. Photo: Toby Burrows 4 Bondi Beach, Sydney. Photo: Hamilton Lund Paddington, Sydney. Photo: James Pipino Metro Hotel Sydney Central Adina Apartment Hotel, Sydney 431-439 Pitt Street, Sydney Cnr Kent & Bathurst Streets, Sydney Phone: +61 2 9281 6999 Phone: +61 2 9274 0000 Fax: +61 2 9281 6988 Fax: +61 2 9267 5655 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.metrohotels.com.au Website: www.togahotels.com.au Property Type: 3.5 Star Property Type: 5 Star Apartment Hotel Rate: $120.00 valid 01 Apr - 30 Sep - Superior Room Rate: 15% off Best Available Rate $130.00 valid 01 Apr - 30 Sep - Deluxe Room $130.00 valid 01 Oct - 31 Mar - Superior Room Adina Apartment Hotel, Harbourside $140.00 valid 01 Oct - 31 Mar - Deluxe Room 55 Shelley Street, Sydney Phone: +61 2 9249 7000 Blockout Dates: Fax: +61 2 9246 6900 2013 Email: [email protected] (05-06JUL, 09-10AUG, 14-15SEP, 05-06OCT, 06-08DEC, 30-31DEC) Website: www.togahotels.com.au Property Type: 5 Star Apartment Hotel 2014 Rate: 15% off Best Available Rate (01JAN, 28FEB-01MAR, 07-08MAR) Medina Executive Sydney Central Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney 2 Lee Street, Sydney 27 O’Connell Street, Sydney Phone: +61 2 8396 9800 Phone: +61 2 8214 0000 Fax: +61 2 8396 9752 Fax: +61 2 8214 1000 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.togahotels.com.au Website: www.radissonblu.com/plazahotel-sydney Property Type: 4.5 Star Apartment Hotel Property Type: 5 Star Hotel Rate: 15% off Best Available Rate Rate: Atrium Room (twin/double) $190 low season & Sundays Medina Classic Martin Place $240 high season & Mondays to Saturdays 1 Hosking Place, Sydney Subject to availability & peak dates excluded Phone: +61 2 9224 6400 Fax: +61 2 9224 6499 Adina Apartment Hotel, Crown Street Email: [email protected] 359 Crown Street, Surry Hills Website: www.togahotels.com.au Phone: +61 2 8302 1000 Property Type: 4.5 Star Apartment Hotel Fax: +61 2 9361 5965 Rate: 15% off Best Available Rate