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Tuesday, 21 September 2010 15:55 |
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September News from South Australia
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| This month’s newsletter from South Australia (www.southaustralia.com) reveals new accommodation in the Adelaide Hills and Kangaroo Island, a name change for old favourite Jacob’s Creek Retreat, two new tours in the Flinders Ranges, discounts on Murray River Cruises, plus a raft of good news including Adelaide’s successful bid to host the 2012 Golden Oldies World Cricket Tournament and the Adelaide Convention Centre’s ongoing achievements in the face of the economic downturn. |
- NEW WILDBUSH LUXURY TOUR OF THE FLINDERS RANGES – departs 14/11/10 (read more)
- CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES SAVINGS ON THE MURRAY RIVER (read more)
- NEW ‘SOFT’ FLINDERS RANGES GUIDED WALKING EXPERIENCES (read more)
- EXCLUSIVE KANGAROO BEACH LODGES NOW OPEN (read more)
- NEWLY-RENOVATED HISTORIC BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN THE ADELAIDE HILLS (read more)
- JACOBS CREEK RETREAT REVERTS TO HISTORIC ABORIGINAL NAME (read more)
- ADELAIDE TO HOST GOLDEN OLDIES WORLD CRICKET TOURNAMENT (read more)
- ADELAIDE CONVENTION BUREAU DEFIES GLOBAL DOWNTURN (read more)
NEW WILDBUSH LUXURY TOUR OF THE FLINDERS RANGES - Wild Bush Luxury and African travel specialists, the Classic Safari Company, have joined forces to create an eight-day itinerary across South Australia’s Outback. The new 'Expedition Flinders Ranges' tour will depart Adelaide on 14th November 2010 and will include the Clare Valley, historic Arkaba Homestead, excursions to impressive natural sites such as Wilpena Pound and Brachina Gorge, and scenic walks along the famous Heysen Trail. Participants will also enjoy VIP tastings of South Australian wines, a visit to the Australian Wildlife Conservancy’s sanctuary at Buckaringa Gorge and a private charter flight over the region to magnificent Lake Eyre.
 Accommodation is alfresco on wooden decks in deluxe ‘swags’ which are Australian sleeping bags with luxury mattresses and high quality linens. Each camp features composting toilets, bush showers and meals round an open fire. A good level of fitness is required to participate in the walking safaris described as ‘moderate to challenging’. The cost of AUD$7,900 per person is based on twin share and includes seven nights’ accommodation, meals, transport, guides and a full itinerary, as outlined. International flights are not included. www.wildbushluxury.com
CAPTAIN COOK CRUISES SAVINGS ON THE MURRAY RIVER - Captain Cook Cruises is offering 25% off all three, four and seven-night Murray River trips based on travel from 3rd January to 28th February 2011. The historic, nature-based cruises on board a charming paddle steamer take in the incredible terrain between the Blanchetown area and Murray Bridge, with towering limestone cliffs, picturesque gorges and riverbanks lined with mallee scrub, red gum forests and century old stone causeways. Discounted prices start from AUD$583 per person (normal price AUD$777) and are based on three-night Discovery Cruises departing Fridays at 4.30pm. All meals, accommodation, most tours, scenic coach transfers from Adelaide, all onboard facilities including use of two spas, two saunas, sun deck, two bars, two lounges, single sitting dining saloon and entertainment are included. On-shore guides may be booked separately. www.captaincook.com.au
NEW ‘SOFT’ FLINDERS RANGES GUIDED WALKING EXPERIENCES - Australian Walking Tours (formerly Soulfree Adventures) has introduced a new six-day Flinders Ranges Guided Walking Experiences tour giving participants a taste of Wilpena Pound, Brachina Gorge, Wilkawillina Gorge and Parachilna Gorge. The tour features accommodation in a four-star hotel with gourmet cuisine and a tasting at a world-class winery. Tours will depart monthly in 2011 between May 1st and Oct 2nd www.soulfreeadventures.com.au
EXCLUSIVE KANGAROO BEACH LODGES NOW OPEN - Kangaroo Beach Lodges comprise three new properties in the little visited north-west corner of Kangaroo Island. Designed by acclaimed architect Phil Harris for stylish living, open-air indulgence and barefoot relaxation, the three lodges are set 50 meters above the cove on pastured slopes, offering uninterrupted views, space and privacy.
Each luxurious 240 square meter lodge accommodates up to eight guests in four king-size bedrooms, with three bathrooms and spacious living area with bespoke furniture, digital entertainment, plasma television, plus spacious kitchen fitted to an equally high specification. Full-length sliding glass doors open up onto private decking and reveal Kangaroo Island’s rugged vistas.
Between September and March prices start from AUD$750 per lodge, per night for a minimum two-night stay. Additional services such as providing provisions in the lodges, an in-house chef or massage therapist, plus champagne sunset drinks can also be arranged. www.kangaroobeachlodges.com.au
NEWLY-RENOVATED HISTORIC BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN THE ADELAIDE HILLS - The recently renovated five-suite Stirling Hotel located in Stirling in the Adelaide Hills combines thoughtful design, innovation and attention to detail. The historic hotel boasts acclaimed modern Australian cuisine, five suites with large ensuite bathrooms, spa tubs, dual-head rain showers and private balconies offering views over Stirling. www.stirlinghotel.com.au
 JACOBS CREEK REVERTS TO HISTORIC ABORIGINAL NAME - Since opening 15 years ago, Jacobs Creek Retreat in the Barossa Valley has grown from a small bed and breakfast style accommodation into one of the Barossa Valley’s premier retreats complete with French gardens, boutique cellar door and acclaimed chef. Now the property has undergone a name change reflecting its rich history. The property will now be known by the aboriginal name Moorooroo Park meaning “where two rivers meet” which refers to the Para River and Jacobs Creek that run alongside the gardens. This is also the property’s original name back in the 1840's. The new website www.moorooroopark.com.au will showcase all elements of the property: accommodation, dining, vineyards, weddings and gardens, while the site www.mooroorooparkwinery.com.au is dedicated to the vineyards, cellar door and winery.
 ADELAIDE TO HOST GOLDEN OLDIES WORLD CRICKET TOURNAMENT – South Australia is to host the Air New Zealand Golden Oldies World Cricket Festival in 2012. With assistance from the South Australian Cricket Association, the Festival is expected to attract hundreds of amateur cricketers aged 40 or over to play matches at 30 cricket grounds in and around Adelaide between 25th November and 1st December 2012. The event will include an opening ceremony on the banks of the River Torrens and a welcome party at the Adelaide Oval, three days play, a picnic day in the Barossa and Grande Finale Dinner and Air New Zealand Awards function at the Adelaide Convention Centre. http://www.goldenoldiessports.com/world-cricket-festival-adelaide
ADELAIDE CONVENTION BUREAU DEFIES GLOBAL DOWNTURN - The Adelaide Convention Bureau is bucking the current economic trend by finishing the 2009/2010 financial year on a high. Not only did it exceed all its targets relating to the number of bed nights secured, it also improved the economic impact that its business events will bring to South Australia. Highlights at the end of the 2009/2010 year include more than 152,000 bed nights secured marking an a 12% increase on last year with an economic impact figure of more than $104m, slashing last year’s figure by 25%. www.adelaideconvention.com.au
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