Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane



Sydney: the stunning city on water Sydney has so much to offer, from the breathtaking Blue Mountains to the ever popular hang out Bondi Beach. Sydney city centre is cosmopolitan and has many attractions including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This is one of the most attractive cities in the world.

There are direct flights to Sydney from many international destinations. Sydney airport is serviced by the major international airlines, including British Airways, Singapore airlines, Qantas, Emirates and Virgin. Once in the city you can enjoy getting around on the easy to navigate bus and rail system. If you prefer to drive, it is cost effective to hire a car, and the roads are clearly signed.

The climate in Sydney is mild throughout the year. The seasons are: Summer - December to February, Autumn - March to May, Winter - June to August and Spring - March to May. The seasons are opposite to the northern hemisphere making Sydney a great getaway from the cold weather.

Sydney has the whole range in accommodation from budget right through to luxury 5*.

For the culture vultures there are many attractions and events to hold your interest - * The Lyric Theatre at Darling Harbour * The Sydney Opera House * even equestrian lovers are catered for, there is an amazing show at the Horseworld Stadium every weekend called El Caballo Blanco.

Melbourne: city of culture and lifestyle Melbourne is the city for living, it has fabulous art galleries, shopping, bars, restaurants, live entertainment and plenty of culture. World famous sporting events are held here - The Melbourne Cup horse race and the Formula 1 Grand Prix. Melbourne has an international airport which serves direct flights from many major cities. Navigating the city is straight forward with a choice of rental car, bus and taxi. There is also a tram network which is an attraction in itself. There is wide range of hotels to choose from, all budgets are catered for. A useful information point for accommodation and attractions is the Travellers Information Desk in the arrivals lounge at the International Airport. Melbourne is a great place to explore, the city is set on the River Yarra and is only a few hours drive away from the Victorian Alps visited in winter for skiing.

Brisbane: beautiful, tropical climate Brisbane is relaxed and friendly and a wonderful place to visit all year round due to fantastic weather. The summers are long and hot and the winters mild, perfect climate to enjoy some of the best beaches in Australia and the world. Getting to Brisbane is easy with the domestic and international airport. The city and airport are accessible by train, shuttle bus and taxi. Nestled on the Brisbane river, you can take a relaxing trip on the Brisbane River ferry to tour the sights. You can find plenty of accommodation within Brisbane and surrounding areas. catering for all tastes and budgets. From the North to the South of Brisbane there is a stretch of beautiful coastline attracting plenty of holiday makers. As well as the beach, there are small islands in Moreton Bay for visitors to explore. For a fun filled day out you can catch the train or take a shuttle bus north to the Sunshine Coast to visit Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo or head south to the amazing Gold Coast and drop in to one of the great theme parks - Dreamworld, Seaworld, Movieworld, Wet 'n' Wild or the Australian Outback Spectacular.

Come and visit now the beautiful cities of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

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