Whitsundays Gem: A retreat for couples
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by Candice Heckel
1M ago
Hi everyone, this is Candice. I wanted to tell you about this wonderful resort I stayed in while I was traveling to Australia. Elysian Resort, located on Long Island in the Whitsundays, caters to couples seeking an intimate escape. Getting there is pretty straightforward, with boat/helicopter access from Airlie Beach or a scenic helicopter ride from Hamilton Island.  This small resort has only guests ten eco-friendly rooms. For an elevated experience, Villa 10 offers a private plunge pool, adding a touch of luxury to the stay. The resort is geared towards couples looking for a quiet geta ..read more
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How to enjoy peak season in Australia
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by Shannon Bradley
2M ago
G’day all, I just returned from an epic trip to Australia.  I was there for 3 weeks and yes, I did get to see the fireworks in Sydney Harbour for New Year’s Eve.  Let me say, the experience lives up to the hype. December is a very popular time to visit Australia, due to the weather AND it is school holidays for Australians.  As a person that typically prefers to avoid the crowds, I knew of the potential challenges, however, we were able to find places that were less busy: Port Lincoln (South Australia), Cradle Mountain and Scottsdale (Tasmania). Port Lincoln is a quaint seasid ..read more
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Aussie Outback Experience in Queensland Australia
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by Vanessa Massey
9M ago
When you think of Queensland Australia, typically the first thing to come to mind is the beach, Great Barrier Reef or even the Daintree Rainforest. However, did you know that you can get an authentic Aussie outback experience here too? Nestled in the shadow of Ngarrabullgan, an impressive tabletop mountain ten times the size of Uluru, Mount Mulligan Lodge is a luxury outback retreat surrounded by red dirt and eucalypt woodlands, 150km northwest of Cairns. The 2.5 hour 4WD drive from Cairns that took us into and beyond the rainforest, past small country towns in the tablelands and onwards into ..read more
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Australia has recently opened the borders to the world!
Down Under Endeavours – Australia
by Corinne Goodman
2y ago
G’day mates, this is Corinne and having just come back from my own travels to visit family in Australia, I have a few insider tips and tricks to share in order to make your travels go as smoothy as possible.   Things to think of ahead of arriving at the airport: Purchasing your Australian ETA visa – See the link here to do so. Make sure you have your proof of your COVID19 vaccination records Mandatory travel declaration form (completed less than 7 days to departure) Negative COVID-19 nucleic acid amplification test taken 72 hours prior to departure or a rapid antigen test taken 48 hours ..read more
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Things to consider when booking holiday travel
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by Shannon Bradley
3y ago
Since the pandemic shut down most countries across the world, most Americans have had planned trips cancelled or postponed for the year.  We know that holiday travel is on your minds and that a lot of you really just want to travel again.  With places in the Caribbean and Africa opening up to Americans, the thought of getting away to some place warm and exotic is very appealing.  As travel experts, who have assisted MANY passengers with postponed/cancelled trips in the past 6 months, there are many factors to consider when booking a trip for the holidays.  First and foremos ..read more
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The Advantages of Using a Travel Advisor
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by Debbie Rasowsky
4y ago
There is incredible value in hiring a travel advisor to plan your dream vacation. These days, so much information is accessible online that it can seem easy to book hotels and tours on your own. However, there are many advantages to using our white-glove service to plan your trip. 1: We are the experts in the destinations in which we specialize. Some travel agencies have packaged, set itineraries for travel all over the world. We specialize in just a few special destinations where we are truly the experts: We’ve walked the streets, picked the tour guides, felt the difference between the B& ..read more
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How to plan an accessible dream vacation?
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by Avalon Speirs
4y ago
Travel can be about seeking adventure, relaxation, cultural insight or just to disconnect from your daily life. No matter the reason you travel, travel should be accessible to everyone and it is no secret that planning a trip can be an overwhelming task to handle on your own. It can be an even more daunting task if you have accessibility needs. We want to encourage everyone to travel to experience this wonderful world and here is how we can help you plan an accessible vacation. Here are the steps that we take to ensure all of your accessibility needs are met for every trip. While we are certai ..read more
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What will a trip look like post COVID-19?
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by Laura Tober
4y ago
In the span of two months, most people’s lives have been turned topsy-turvy. It seems that with each day we hear of new challenges that we must conquer.  And yet each day hopeful news materializes that we are advancing in the right direction and will come out on top. Albeit, with time. We at Down Under Endeavours are committed to our clients’ dreams, the travel industry and the health and safety of each and every one of you. We are often asked: What does the future of travel look like? We have coordinated with the airlines, local lodges and tour operators to provide you some clarity for t ..read more
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Australia Fires: 3 Ways You Can Help
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by Corinne Goodman
4y ago
Despite what you may have heard, Australia is open for business and ready to welcome you with open arms! While it’s true the bushfires have severely impacted certain parts of the country, many areas—including most of Australia’s popular tourist spots—are unaffected. Tourism Australia has compiled a bushfire updates page with the most recent list of which areas have been impacted by fires. Here are 3 ways you can help Australia right now and far into the future. 1. Travel Australia needs our support now more than ever, and the best way to provide long-term benefits to the country is to continue ..read more
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Where to Travel in 2020: 10 Bucket List Destinations for the New Year
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by Natalie Jasinski
4y ago
As the new year approaches, so does the possibility for fresh starts, exciting goals, and new adventures. Whether you have an urge to explore a new city, relax on a white sand beach, reset from the hustle of every day, or reconnect with your true self, 2020 is your year! We’ve curated some inspiration to fill out your 2020 travel bucket list. Discover 10 of our top adventures for the new year: 1. Explore Australia Nature walks on Kangaroo Island. Image: Tourism South Australia Did you know that Australia was named Travel + Leisure’s Destination of the Year for 2020? Australia is a country fil ..read more
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