Friday, July 3, 2009

Sovereign Inn Offers Excellent Choices in New South Wales


No matter where in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, you plan to visit, whether it’s the glittering city of Sydney, the adventure capital of Newcastle, or the serene shore and majestic mountains of Wollongong, the Sovereign Inn Group has something to offer. Established in 1985, the group is committed to meeting guests’ accommodation needs to make their Australian getaway most worthwhile and memorable at all times.

Sovereign Inn Crows Nest in North Shore, Sydney offers panoramic views of the large city and the harbor. Guests keep coming back to the 3.5-star rated hotel for its cozy rooms and excellent service. The hotel also features a licensed restaurant and bar to please the discerning guest’s palate. North Shore is a favorite destination among gourmet travelers for it is home to over 80 restaurants, bars, and night spots.


In Mayfield West, Sovereign Inn Newcastle is always ready to welcome guests looking for exciting adventures, a trip in history, and gastronomic delights with their friends and family. Newcastle is the second-largest city in New South Wales and is considered the best jump-off point to Hunter Valley, the growing district of world-famous wineries, and the beaches at Port Stephens.

Meanwhile, Port Newcastle is rich in history for it has seen ships from around the world bring in and leave with goods for trade for over two centuries. Sightseers and adventures will sure have the time of their lives touring the place and find the most comfortable refuge at Sovereign Inn Newcastle.

For tourists who wish to while away their time communing with nature, Sovereign Inn Wollongong is a highly recommended accommodation of choice. Set amidst landscaped gardens and relaxing shores, its ground-floor rooms are the best place to come home to after a long day of exploring and adventure.

The hotel, also rated 3.5 by the AAA, is a short drive to the central business district, where shops and other establishments abound. It is also close to beaches and the Kembla Grange Racecourse. Business and leisure travelers alike will find the facilities, including state-of-the-art conference rooms, and services at Sovereign Inn Wollongong more than satisfying.

Sovereign Inn Group has proven itself reliable in providing exceptional accommodation and guest services in Australia. It operates a total of six properties in New South Wales, the latest being Red Leaf Resort in Blue Mountains. Feel free to check out Sovereign Inn properties in Cooma and Gundagai.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Colonial Court Motor Inn – Your Private Retreat in Kempsey


The Australian township of Kempsey is filled to the brim with colorful history and embraced by some of the most popular tourist spots in New South Wales. Tourists looking for someplace private to spend their nights after a long day of exploring the nearby beaches and forest areas will find Colonial Court Motor Inn as the ideal place of stay.

Offering affordable and comfortable Kempsey accommodation, Colonial Court Motor Inn is strategically accessible yet tucked away a few feet from the Pacific Highway to allow privacy. A long tree-lined driveway with attractive lawns and gardens welcomes guests setting foot on the property. The Kempsey motor inn provides perfect 180-degree views of the scenic Macleay River.

About Kempsey
Kempsey, home to some of Australia’s earliest settlers, is at present a growing tourism and dairy capital. It is in essence a service town where historic buildings like the National Australia Bank (now a liquor barn) and the Post Office could be found. More important buildings line the railway in West Kempsey.

Surrounding areas include unspoiled beaches, some of them the best in the world. Surfing, snorkeling, and diving activities await adventurous tourists while those seeking relaxation are also sure to find it. Seaside resorts are in abundance with the likes of Crescent Head, South West Rocks, and Stuart’s Point and Grassy Head spread out along the coastline.

Protected natural reserves including Hat Head National Park, Goolawah Reserve, and the Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve promise discoveries of a lifetime. State Forests, covering over 100,000 hectares, include the World Heritage Werrikimbe National Park, the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, and the Upper Valley’s Hinterland.

The Mcleay River itself is a wonder to behold. It runs through forest country and the Great Dividing Range. Fishing, sailing, water skiing, and canoeing activities are readily offered along the river. The river also serves as a reminder of how early settlers of Kempsey lived. Country villages like Smithown, Gladstone, among others, reflect the good old rural lifestyle.

Last but not least, spend time with family and friends playing golf, tennis, bowls, squash, bowling, and horse and greyhound racing in Macleay Valley. Thousands of tourists flock the area every year to go bushwalking, surfing, horse-riding, scuba diving, and bird watching, as well as to see historic attractions like Trial Bay Gaol and the Smoky Cape Lighthouse.

Your Best Choice Kempsey Motel
Colonial Court Motor Inn
offers Kempsey accommodation set upon three acres of riverfront land. A motor inn entrance via the Pacific Highway ensures convenience in your travel arrangments. With rates starting at AUD 84, pick the guest room of your choice with each type furnished adequately. Broadband Internet access is also available. Reserve online (www.colcourt.com.au) and receive instant confirmation.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Discover the Natural Wonders of Mount Gambier, Australia

Though the name does not automatically come up when one mentions must-see places in Australia, Mount Gambier is undoubtedly one of the country's tourist destinations. With volcanoes, lakes, and caves making for picture-perfect scenery, this Aussie city can hold its own against its more popular neighbor cities like Sydney or Melbourne.


A common destination for eco-tourists, Mount Gambier has several attractions. The dormant volcano of the same name, Mount Gambier, is comprised of numerous fascinating craters and is the most popular tourist destination. Within one of these craters is a huge lake that contains high-quality artesian drinking water that changes color with the seasons. Ranging from steel grey in winter to deep blue during summer, Blue Lake is also a well-known tourist draw. The region also has many water-filled caves and sinkholes that attract cave divers. For the wine connoisseurs, there's the wineries in Coonawarra to indulge in their passion for wine.


Proximate to these key places of interest is the Jubilee Motor Inn in Mount Gambier. Easily accessible if one is using the Princes Highway whether one is coming from Melbourne or Adelaide, this Mount Gambier motel provides comfortable yet affordable accommodation to the visiting vacationer. Its facilities include an in-house restaurant to satisfy hungry backpackers and traveling families, a gas-heated swimming pool to help guests relax, and free on-site parking. Indeed, if one is looking for a convenient place to stay while discovering the natural beauty of Mount Gambier, the Jubilee Motor Inn is an ideal choice.


For more information on Jubilee Motor Inn and to make reservations online, visit http://www.jubileemotorinn.com/.


Discover Newcastle NSW at Sovereign Inn

If a good combination good food, relaxing beaches, fascinating history, and refreshing adventures is just what you are looking for, the city of Newcastle in New South Wales is one of the best places to be. Australia's second-oldest city is the capital of Hunter Valley and is one of the country's largest working ports.

Newcastle, Hunter Valley has a long list of exciting places tourists could visit every year. Among them are parks, wineries, surf beaches, rainforests, a long list of restaurants, and heritage sites. A day will not be enough to get a taste of all the things Newcastle has to offer.

As expected, there is a handful of accommodation choices in such an exciting city. One of the best deals could be found at Sovereign Inn Newcastle, located on Maitland Road in Mayfield West. Aside from offering comfortable and Internet-ready accommodations, it is ideal for those seeking to spend less on rooms and more on exploring the tourist spots in the area.

Beaches
From the Hunter Valley motor inn, the idyllic coast of Port Stephens is just around the bend. Known as “The Blue Water Paradise,” Port Stephens is surrounded by fascinating marine life and natural wonders. The bay is divided into the Tilligerry Peninsula, the Tomaree Peninsula, and the Golden Bight.



Golden sand and crystal clear bays await the most adventurous tourists. Activities like sea kayaking, hovercrafting, sand boarding, nature walks, hiking, and whale and dolphin watching are among the long list of things to try out by the bay. Port Stephens is also a good place to unwind and commune with nature.

Wineries
Sovereign Inn Newcastle also stands close to a number of world-famous Hunter Valley wineries. They include Wyndham Estate, which had been producing premium wines since 1828. It is also the maker of the Australian Shiraz.


There is also Tyrell’s, considered by connoisseurs as the country’s most prestigious winemakers. With vineyards located across South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales, Tyrell’s remains family-owned after 145 years of making the finest wines. Other wineries: Cock Fighters, Ghost Riders, Mount Broke, and Rothbury.

Forests and Mountains


Barrington Tops National Park spreads out into lush forests, towns, and farmlands, which serve as a pleasant reminder of the yesteryear. The cascading rivers and the wilderness is listed a World Heritage area. It is near enough to Newcastle and is home to various tropical plant and animal species. Adventures by the river guarantee the visit of a lifetime.

Sovereign Inn Newcastle
guests could also check out the Brokenback Range, and the Watagans.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Wake Up to a Hearty Breakfast at the Quality Rainbow Southside Inn

Cairns, Queensland in Australia isn't popular with tourists for no reason. With the Great Barrier Reef just less than an hour away by boat, several world heritage rainforests displaying their natural glory for all to discover and appreciate, and commercial attractions such as the Cairns Esplanade and night markets beckoning at the shopper in all, one can easily look forward to having an enjoyable stay in the tropical city.

At the Quality Rainbow Southside Inn in Cairns, guests will find a conveniently-located place of relaxation after a long day of sight-seeing. With the hotel's new Breakfast Package promo, guests of two (2) can wake up to a hearty Continental Breakfast daily, including it in the applicable room rates of AUD 110.00 from Monday to Thursday and AUD 99.00 from Friday to Sunday. Additional persons will have to pay an extra AUD 25.00 for adults and AUD 10.00 for children per night to avail of the breakfast promo.

A 4-star accommodation that offers 61 fully-equipped, spacious rooms, the Southside Inn in Cairns is sure to please the most eclectic tastes of vacationers and business travelers alike. Their in-house restaurant, bar, and lounge specializes in serving delicious seafood and a wide array of beverages to their guests. The hotel also has a well-informed tour desk that can help guests see all the sights in the area. Most tours can pick up as well as drop off guests at the hotel itself because of its accessibility to most tourist destinations. Those that wish to drive themselves to the popular beaches of Port Douglas or the Atherton Tableland areas can also have the hotel hire cars for them for their trip.

For more information on the Quality Rainbow Southside Inn and their new Breakfast Package promo, visit their official website at http://www.southsideinn.com.au/.

Monday, November 3, 2008

Enjoy Cairns with Clarnedon on Spence's Long-Stay Promo

The Cairns Esplanade has been a popular and favorite vacation destination point for many locals and tourists in Cairns, Queensland. The area has been a meeting place for events such as family reunions, parties, and even rallies. But more than a just a recreational area, the Cairns Esplanade is also the gateway to one of the World Heritage Sites, the Great Barrier Reef.

The beauty and wonder of the Great Barrier Reef could easily be reached in less than an hour from the Reef Fleet Terminal found at the Cairns Esplanade. The reef tour operators leave from the Cairns Inlet every morning to visit dozens of coral reefs near Cairns, taking hundreds of eager visitors on tropical adventures. The high-speed cruise vessels can take tourists to stunning reef formations and tropical islands while experts are around to teach scuba diving for those who are interested.

Experience the adventure that Cairns brings and stay at the Clarendon on Spence which is just minutes away from the Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Shopping Center. With its long-stay promo, the Clarendon on Spence offers guests, tourists, and flashpackers alike a chance to stay at a 2-bedroom apartment for AUD59.00 per night for three (3) nights while another promo offers six (6) guests to stay at a 3-bedroom apartment for only AUD45.00 per guest. This gives everyone a chance to stay at the beautiful apartments at cheaper rates.

Clarendon on Spence is an exclusive self-contained 2 and 3 bedroom apartment complex which offers the ideal base from which to explore the beauty of Cairns. It is the apartment of choice for holidaymakers, vacationers and even flashpackers with all the apartment features that guests will need. The apartments include beautifully furnished open plan living areas with large balconies and split system air conditioning , gourmet kitchens with designer appliances, roomy bedrooms with the main bedroom ensuite featuring a private spa, undercover parking with electric gate access and tastefully landscaped swimming pool deck and entertainment areas that will delight the most discerning traveler.

Guests can make their bookings online through the apartment’s website at www.clarendononspence.com.au and get secure reservations and instant confirmations at the best rates online. The long-stay promos at Clarendon on Spence is good until December 31, 2008.

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Experience Spring at The 56th Rhododendron Festival

Blackheath in the Blue Mountains of Australia will be a colorful, fun-filled place to be in this spring as the 56th Rhododendron Festival welcomes the season once again with an exciting lineup of activities.

From October 31 to November 2, 2008, tourists and locals alike will be witness to much-anticipated festival highlights which include: a Grand Parade through the streets of Blackheath on Nov. 1st; the 40th Annual Art Show at the Community Centre; the opening of the Campbell Rhododendron Gardens; a "Jazz, Rhythm & Pews" performance and Jazz & Gospel Service at the Uniting Church; the Combined Churches Festival of Flowers & Quilt Show at St. Aidan's Anglican Church; Markets all weekend at the Memorial Gardens; Woodchopping, Roof Bolting & Coal Shovelling at the New Ivanhoe Hotel; Rhodo Festival Revue at the Community Centre; Weekend Jazz at the Pub at the New Ivanhoe Hotel; and the Rhodo Festival Golf Classic at the Blackheath Golf Club.

With interesting activities such as these that are all meant to showcase Blackheath at the peak of its spring beauty, it would be no surprise that the Rhododendron Festival this year will once again attract many people to the place. Visitors are encouraged to make plans early and find an accessible place to stay within the area so they can experience the various events with comfort.


One such ideal place is St. Mounts Boutique Hotel, a four-star accommodations provider nestled in two acres of landscaped gardens with adjoining parkland in the village of Blackheath. This Blue Mountains hotel offers its guests the luxury and comfort of modern life while combining it with old-world charm and ambience.

Visit Blackheath and experience spring in all its colorful glory. Blooming flowers and Rhododendron trees abound!