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Christmas Trip to Australia

A trip from December 18, 2007 to January 08, 2008, travelling to Cairns, Ayers Rock, Alice Springs, Sydney
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12/18/2007 to 01/08/2008
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Sat 12/22/07 (day 5) - Cairns

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

Hartley's is the original Australian croc show, and after a move to a new location and a multimillion-dollar …More  
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07/4055 3576
Sat Dec 22 12:00am - Wed Dec 26 12:00am
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Closed Dec 25th.

Admission (good for 3 days) A$26 (US$21) adults, A$13 (US$10) children 4-15, A$65 (US$52) families of 4

Transfers from Cairns available through Down Under Tours (tel. 07/4035 5577) or from Cairns and Port Douglas through Wildlife Discovery Tours (tel. 07/4099 6612)
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Cairns Rainforest Dome

For some visitors to Cairns, exploring the rainforest and its wildlife doesn't even involve leaving the hotel …More  
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35-41 Wharf St
Cairns, QLD 4870
Australia
07/4031 7250
Sat Dec 22 12:00am - Wed Dec 26 12:00am
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In the Hotel Sofitel Reef Casino, Cairns

Closed Dec 25th

Admission A$22 (US$18) adults, A$11 (US$8.80) children, A$55 (US$44) for a family of 4
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Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park

Whether you choose the day or night experience, the Tjapukai (pronounced Jab-oo-guy) Aboriginal Cultural Park …More  
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07/4042 9900
Sat Dec 22 12:00am - Wed Dec 26 12:00am
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Closed Dec 25th

Admission A$29 (US$23) adults, A$15 (US$12) children 4-14, A$73 (US$58) families. Ask about packages that include transfers, lunch, and a guided Magic Space tour, or Skyrail and/or Scenic Rail travel to and from Kuranda

Bus: 1C or 1E. Book shuttle transfers from Cairns and northern beaches hotels (A$9.75/US$7.80 adults and A$4.90/US$3.90 children, one-way) through the park. Park is 15 min. north of Cairns and 15 min. south of Palm Cove
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Fishlips Bar & Bistro

Ask locals where they go for seafood -- as opposed to where they send tourists -- and they direct you to this …More  
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4 Wharf St
Cairns, QLD, Australia
07/4041 1700
Sat Dec 22 12:00am - Wed Dec 26 12:00am
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Should make reservations.

Fri noon-2:30pm; daily 6pm-late

Main courses A$12-A$19 (US$9.60-US$15) small sizes, A$20-A$41 (US$16-US$33) large sizes
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Kuranda Scenic Railway


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Sat Dec 22 12:00am - Wed Dec 26 12:00am
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Trip to the Reef

Included in your day • Return Wavepiercer cruise from Port Douglas. • Morning and afternoon teas on board. • Reef …More  
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Sat Dec 22 8:00am - Wed Dec 26 6:00pm
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Price $186 au possible transfer fee to the boat of $16 per person.
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Holiday Inn Cairns

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This property is located on the Cairns Esplanade, and is approximately five miles from the Cairns International …
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Holiday Inn Cairns
121 The Esplanade
Cairns, QLD 4870
Australia
7-4050-6070
Sat Dec 22 12:00pm - Wed Dec 26 9:00am
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Wed 12/26/07 (day 9) - Ayers Rock

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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

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This park, formerly called Uluru (Ayers Rock -- Mount Olga) National Park, features spectacular geological formation …
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Ayers Rock
Ayers Rock, NT, Australia
Wed Dec 26 12:00am - Fri Dec 28 12:00am
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Sounds of Silence


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Wed Dec 26 12:00am - Fri Dec 28 12:00am
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About $130 US. Book 3 months ahead of time at least.
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Fri 12/28/07 (day 11) - Alice Springs

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Chifley Alice Springs Resort

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What many refer to as the best accommodation in town, Alice Springs Resort combines efficient and friendly outback …
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Chifley Alice Springs Resort
34 Stott Ter
Alice Springs, NT 0870
Australia
8-8952-6699
Fri Dec 28 12:00am - Sun Dec 30 12:00am
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Sun 12/30/07 (day 13) - Sydney

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Potts Point House

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This newly renovated Victorian boarding house is budget accommodation at its very best. The welcoming hallway …
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154 Victoria St
Sydney, NSW 2011
Australia
+61 2 9368 0733
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Sydney Aquarium

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Take a journey through Australia's rich and diverse marine ecosystems and discover the world's largest collection of …
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Sydney Aquarium
Pier St
Sydney, NSW 2000
Australia
+612 8251 7800
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Bondi Beach

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A trip to Sydney is not complete without seeing this stunning landmark, with its surfers and lifeguards who patrol t …
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Bondi Beach
Campbell Pde
Sydney, NSW 2026
Australia
+61 2 9240 8788(Tourist Information)
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Centennial Park

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If you need a quick country fix, this is it; Centennial Park has 220 hectares of unspoilt parkland and is just minut …
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Centennial Park
15 Paddington St
Sydney, NSW 2021
Australia
+61 2 9339 6699
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Oceanworld

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Built as Manly's Aquarium in 1962 and refurbished in 1988, Oceanworld was the first aquarium in Australia to have tu …
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West Espl
Sydney, NSW 2095
Australia
+61 2 8251 7877
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Quarantine Station Ghost Tour

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On North Head, with spectacular harbor views the old Quarantine Station was the first port of call for ships suspect …
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Spring Cove, North Head Scenic Drive
Sydney, NSW 2095
Australia
+61 2 9977 6522
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Captain Cook Cruises

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The MV Sydney 2000, operated by Captain Cook Cruises, offers a large sun deck, three self-contained dining decks and …
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Captain Cook Cruises
.6 Jetty Circular Quay
Sydney, NSW 2000
Australia
+61 2 9206 1100
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Bondi to Bronte Walk

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Drag yourself away from the surf to experience this stunning cliff walk. Beginning at the Southern end of Bondi Beac …
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1 Notts Ave
Sydney, NSW 2026
Australia
+61 2 9240 8788(Tourist Information)
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Powerhouse Museum

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The Powerhouse Museum, a nineteenth century institution which has reinvented itself, offers something to satisfy eve …
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Powerhouse Museum
500 Harris St
Sydney, NSW 2007
Australia
+61 2 9217 0111
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout

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This bit of adventure is a must for all visitors to Sydney. The Pylon lookout at the top Sydney Harbour Bridge is a …
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Pylon Lookout
Cumberland St
Sydney, NSW 2000
Australia
+61 2 9240 1100
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Getaway Sailing Adventures

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Getaway Sailing Adventures specializes in taking complete novices who have always dreamed of one day sailing around …
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Roseby St
Sydney, NSW 2047
Australia
+61 2 9181 1911
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Sydney Opera House Guided Tours

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Visitors are made very welcome at this outstanding Sydney landmark. Front of House Tours depart approximately every …
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2 MacQuarie St
Sydney, NSW 2000
Australia
+61 2 9250 7250
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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Sydney Visitors Centre (The)

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This elegant building, located near Circular Quay , dates from 1865 and was formerly known as The Sailor's Home. It …
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Corner of Argyle & Playfair Streets
Sydney, NSW 2000
Australia
+61 2 9240 8788
Sun Dec 30 12:00am - Fri Jan 4 12:00am
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