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Australian cuisine varies dramatically depending on the region. In the interior of the country, the table is dominated by meat dishes, particularly lamb and mutton. Meats are usually served grilled or roast and with potatoes, reminiscent of Northern European staple dishes. Not for the faint- hearted, you can also find kangaroo tail soup, barbecued emu, camel stew or gum-smoked crocodile. Vegemite, is another Aussie invention, a black, grease-like yeast-extract paste eaten on toast or sandwiches.However, on the coasts and in the major cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, the gastronomy is a lot more exciting. Due to the large influx of Italian, Greek, Lebanese and South East Asian immigrants, in the 20th century, there has been a fusion of dishes. "Pacific Rim Cuisine" refers to the unique Australian creative fusion of influences in the kitchen, and is heavily dependent.

Although the history of wine production in Australia dates back to 1788 (vineyards were planted by Captain Arthur Phillip with vines taken from Rio de Janeiro en route to Sydney), it is only in the last 20 years that the world has truly awakened to the excellent quality of Australian wines. In that short time, the Australians have taken 20% of market share from the French wines in the UK market, and a bottle of Rosemount Chardonnay or Shiraz can now be bought in virtually any wine merchant or deli from New York to Madrid. The Australian’s invented the concept of a ‘Flying Winemaker,’ and have been possibly the most forward thinking and innovative country in the winemaking world in terms of technology and its potential in the vineyard and the winery.

Australian Fling from $5999
(TC-127)

• Roundtrip Economy Class air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 4 Nights Melbourne
• 4 nights Hayman Island Resort
• 4 Nights Sydney
• Transfers, sightseeing and indulgent touring

Australian Fantasy from $7749
(TC-127)

• Roundtrip Economy Class air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 2 nights Cairns
• 4 Nights Lizard Island
• 2 Nights Daintree Rainforest
• 4 Nights Sydney
• Transfers, sightseeing and personalised touring

Australian Frolic from $6299
(TC-127)

• Roundtrip Economy Class air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 3 nights Adelaide
• 1 night Kangaroo Island
• 2 Nights Uluru/Ayers Rock
• 3 Nights Daintree Rainforest
• 2 Nights Cairns
• 4 Nights Sydney
• Transfers
•Unique, enriching and ecological touring

Australian Fanfare from $10,599
(TC-127)

• Roundtrip Economy Class air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 2 Nights Hobart, Tasmania
• 2 Nights Freycinet National Park, Tasmania
• 3 Nights Melbourne
• 2 Nights Uluru
• 2 Nights Palm Cove
• 3 Nights Hayman
• 4 Nights Sydney
• Transfers, sightseeing and personalised luxury touring

Wine and Wonders from $2,892
(TC-55)

• Round trip economy class air on Qantas
Los Angeles – Sydney – Los Angeles h Sydney – Adelaide - Melbourne
• 3 nights accommodation in Sydney
Superior: Grace Hotel – Superior Room or Deluxe: Four Seasons Hotel – Habourview Room
• Half day Panoramic Sydney tour
• Coffee cruise on Sydney Harbour
• Full day Hunter Valley Vintage tour including lunch

• 4 nights accommodation in Adelaide
Superior: Stamford Plaza – Cityview Room or Deluxe: Hyatt Regency – Guest Room
• Full day Barossa Valley Wine tour including lunch
• Half day City sights and seaside tour in Adelaide
• Full day Kangaroo Island Highlights tour including cruise and flight
• 3 nights accommodation in Melbourne
Superior: Savoy Park Plaza – Hotel Room or Deluxe: Hotel Sofitel – Sofitel Room
• Full day Yarra Valley tour and Puffing Billy
• Penguins, Koalas and Wildlife tour
• Private transfers in Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne h Airport – Hotel – Airport
• Must be ticketed by 8/31/05

South Australia Wilderness, Wine & Wildlife
6 Days - Rugged Outback, Gourmet Food and Wine, and Abundant Wildlife from $2,345
(TC-47)

Combine South Australia’s best features—visiting the outback Flinders Ranges, tasting fine food and wines in the Barossa Valley, and getting up close and personal with Aussie wildlife on Kangaroo Island.

A Journey for the Senses from $7499 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 4 nights Daintree Rainforest
• 4 nights Melbourne
• 3 nights Cradle Mountain Tasmania
• 1 night Launceston Tasmania
• 2 nights Hobart Tasmania
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

A City Love Affair from $3499 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 4 nights Sydney
• 4 nights Palm Cove
• 4 nights Melbourne
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

Island Indulgence from $8599 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 5 nights Lizard Island
• 4 nights Sydney
• 4 nights Lord Howe Island
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

A Grand Romance from $5199 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 2 nights Yarra Valley
• 1 night Melbourne
• 1 night Port Fairy
• 2 nights Daylesford
• 3 nights Blue Mountains
• 3 nights Sydney
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

Reef and Rainforest Indulgence from $7399 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 3 nights Sydney
• 3 nights Daintree Rainforest
• 3 nights Orpheus Island
• 3 nights Gold Coast
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

The Ultimate Getaway from $7449 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 4 nights Sydney
• 3 nights Adelaide
• 2 nights Kangaroo Island
• 5 nights Palm Cove
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

Sydney and Hamilton Island from $3899 (TC-127)

• Roundtrip air from Los Angeles
• All domestic air in Australia
• 4 nights Sydney
• 4 nights Hamilton Island
• 2 nights Brisbane
• Transfers, sightseeing and touring

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