The government recently announced its controversial, less than glamorously named 'Tourism Aviation Network Support Program', a rescue package with around 800,000 half-price airfares to 18 destinations across this fine land. And they go on sale tomorrow....
Australia: we're going on holidays . Well, we're flying somewhere, anyway. The federal government recently announced its controversial, less than glamorously named"Tourism Aviation Network Support Program", a rescue package with around 800,000 half-price airfares to 18 destinations across this fine land. The flights go on sale on Thursday, April 1 .
But if you're game, get packing But before you book, also be aware that like many good deals, even, who would have thought, one conjured by politicians, there can be traps for the unsuspecting. - Ben Groundwater Advertisement WHAT WE SAY Tropical North Queensland is one of Australia's classic tourist destinations; once you land in Cairns you have access not just to the city itself but a host of other places.
SEE + DO + STAY Climbing the Rock is out but there's so much to do you'll be run off your red-tinted Blundstones.
DON'T MISS Insta heaven, Heart Reef is the perfectly shaped coral outcrop off the coast of Airlie Beach. Take a scenic flight to see it at its best .THE DESTINATION Launceston, Tas The Penny Royal World and Gunpowder Mill in Launceston, Tasmania. Photo: Alamy DON'T MISS After Launceston, take the two hour road trip to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park . Stay at Cradle Mountain Lodge, conveniently right on the edge of the park .WHAT THEY SAY"Nestled between the East and West MacDonnell Ranges, 'the Alice' is famous for its beautiful desert landscapes, colourful outback characters, opportunities for adventure and a strong Aboriginal culture.
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DON'T MISS For a little slice of Japan on the Gold Coast make a booking at the discreet Iku Yakitori Bar in Burleigh Heads where chefs cook over white-hot Binchotan charcoalsTHE DESTINATION Sunshine Coast, Qld WHAT THEY SAY"Visiting the Sunshine Coast is like taking your foot off the pedal to escape into national parks, 60 kilometres of empty beaches and lush countryside".
WHAT THEY SAY"Gateway to Tasmania's wilderness, beaches, pure air, rich land, great produce and experiences." WHAT WE SAY Darwin is all of the clichés, and more. Yes, it's crocs and gone-troppo locals; sultry, stormy days with an anything-goes vibe. But there's much more to experience in this amazingly diverse and beautiful area.
WHAT WE SAY The local adage"you're 15 minutes from anywhere" is South Australia's first gift to visitors. Experience world-class wine and food as well as coastal and hills landscapes, all in one day.
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