{"id":5515,"date":"2011-03-07T00:35:00","date_gmt":"2011-03-07T00:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/tasmania-wild-borneo-globalcars-bundaberg-turtles-international-rail\/"},"modified":"2011-03-07T00:35:00","modified_gmt":"2011-03-07T00:35:00","slug":"tasmania-wild-borneo-globalcars-bundaberg-turtles-international-rail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/traveloscopy.com\/travel-news\/2011\/03\/tasmania-wild-borneo-globalcars-bundaberg-turtles-international-rail\/","title":{"rendered":"Tasmania – Wild Borneo – globalCARS – Bundaberg Turtles – International Rail"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Travel briefs for w\/c March 7\u00a0<\/p>\n

TRAVEL BRIEFS<\/p>\n

John Crook\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tassie is after your tourist dollar<\/p>\n

Currently, on the waterfront alongside the Elizabeth St Pier, there’s a sailing opportunity awaiting those with sea-legs. For beginners, join the crew and fellow sailors aboard the Windeward Bound for lunch and a three-hour sail. For $65\u00a0 per adult ($30 per child, or $160 per family) sail\u00a0 the Derwent.\u00a0 This is aboard Tasmania’s largest tall ship.\u00a0 Join the sailors Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.\u00a0 The Windeward Bound Trust also offers a grander sailing experience on eco and history voyages.\u00a0 The latter is designed for youths aged\u00a0 20 to 35.\u00a0 For more details and prices, telephone 0418 120 399 or 0418 120 243. Or just stand dockside and watch the action as crew members prepare for their next adventure.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Where to stay and why ?<\/p>\n

A trip to Tasmania is not complete without inclusion of a few nights accommodation at historic Woolmers Estate, – near Longford.\u00a0 There are seven cottages set in the spectacular grounds of the Estate.\u00a0 Built in the 1840’s each has been converted into fully self-catering colonial cottages. The tariff is from $135 per night for two adults sharing a cottage.\u00a0 For an extra adult just add $35 per night.\u00a0 Tally-Ho, the coachman’s cottage, accommodates up to six people, so it is necessary to check tariff.\u00a0 There are guided tours of the grand homestead and the estate grounds. For more information go visit\u00a0 www.woolmers.com.au<\/a> or, telephone (03) 6391 2230.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

Now, it’s overseas for a saving with 12 free days<\/p>\n

The deal is on offer from globalCARS which has on offer more than 35 air-conditioned models (most with GPS), with rates including full insurance, a choice of petrol or diesel and with 24-hours road assistance.<\/p>\n

Wow, – what a deal !\u00a0 The deal also offers up to 12 free days and other bonuses on brand new Citroen cars costing from just $28 a day.\u00a0 This is one deal worth checking out.\u00a0 To do that, telephone 1300 789 992 or go visit www.globalCARS.com.au<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0 For your information the French Government allows manufacturers to lease to non-French residents free of all duties and taxes with zero insurance excess.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Or go wild in Borneo<\/p>\n

How about a six-day five-night sailing adventure aboard a 19th century\u00a0 riverboat replica\u00a0 into the heart of Borneo. The luxury sailing opportunity is aboard Pandaw River Cruises.\u00a0 The itinerary includes visits to a jungle longhouse, a village school when coinciding with school terms, bustling markets and plenty of cultural activities.\u00a0\u00a0 Cruise-only prices begin from as low as $1260 per person, twin share between now and\u00a0 March\u00a0 2012.\u00a0 Get all the info by calling (02) 80\u00a0 visiting www.pandaw.com<\/a> There’s a pre-cruise package, at a cost of $344 per person twin share and also a post-cruise package from $475 per person twin share which includes two-nights at the Pullman Kuching Hotel with breakfasts, a day visit to wildlife centres and more. Check it out!\u00a0 Conditions apply,\u00a0 Also I suggest a check on the inclusions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Good news for turtle lovers<\/p>\n

My friends in Bundaberg advise that the turtle viewing season at Mon Repos has been extended.\u00a0 The last night for viewing these wonderful creatures is now set for Sunday April 2, 2011.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bookings are recommended and so that there will not be any disappointments, I suggest you telephone (07) 4153 8888.\u00a0<\/p>\n

International rail<\/p>\n

There is a new reservation system for Italian trains over the upcoming summer months.\u00a0 It is now possible to book, and confirm tickets and seat reservations for travel until the end of May 2011 directly on all high speed train services on Trenitalia sectors.\u00a0 To avoid disappointment it is important to book well in advance.\u00a0\u00a0 Check www.internationalrail.com.au<\/a> or call 1300 387 245.\u00a0
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* Please note conditions may apply to these packages\u00a0 and prices are subject to change and availability.\u00a0 Block out periods may apply.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Need a holiday ?\u00a0 We’re archived on\u00a0 http:\/\/travellersgoodbuys.info<\/a><\/p>\n

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