OUTBACK ADVENTURES: HOLIDAY AT HOME

We’re right in the middle of our European earlybird season but for those who perhaps don’t want to go to that expense or travel so far it doesn’t mean you can’t holiday – why not holiday here in our backyard?  We’re being bombarded at the moment from Tourism Australia on the coattails of the movie “Australia” and our own country is just amazing.

Why not experience the warmth of Queensland by rail?  Recently awarded best ‘Major Tourist Attraction’ at the 2008 Outback Queensland Tourism Awards, Traveltrain’s overnight relaxing rail journey aboard the Spirit of the Outback is a must do Australian experience.

There’s no denying the magic of the Australian outback and the sell out success of some recent outback holiday packages is testament to the appeal of the rugged west.  To help meet demand this year they are offering not one but two outback adventures for avid travellers and families alike.

With a rail adventure your holiday begins the moment you board the train – mingle with fellow passengers over a drink in the club car, or just sit back relax and watch the ever changing scenery meander by.

Travelling with Traveltrain, holidaymakers can choose between adventures to Longreach onboard the Spirit of the Outback, or to Charleville onboard The Westlander.  Some packages including meals, trains, 4 nights accommodation + touring cost around $1,023pp to Longreach.  Or perhaps a farming experience in Cunnamulla for 2 nights for $869.  Or go to Cairns in Queenslander Class on the Sunlander which is the premium all-inclusive rail adventure for the indulgent traveller from $487 pp (for pensioners, otherwise $762) including a free flight home from Cairns back to Brisbane.

Then of course we have our great rail journeys on The Ghan from Adelaide all the way through to Darwin, or you can just book portions of this trip, say Adelaide to Alice Springs and then onto Darwin.  Then there’s the classic Indian Pacific which travel between Sydney and Perth, again stopping at numerous points along the way.

So no excuses not to take that well deserved break!  Pop in to discuss your next rail adventure.

Don’t forget that only Travelscene American Express at Samford lets you travel anywhere, any time and pay with your membership rewards points so contact us on 3289 3700 and let us help you turn your American Express membership rewards points into your next trip.