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Colorado Winterfest

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:34:00 +0000

Beautiful sceneries of mountains, lakes, rivers, and plains are bonded in Colorado. Whether you come in winter or summer, the assurance of a good vacation is reflected on the natural features of the State.

If you wish to shimmer a winter vacation in Colorado this February, fancy traveling through RV USA and catch the Pagosa Springs Winterfest on Feb 11th – 15th. Discover another vacation rhythm kept by Pagosa Springs and enjoy the free events. Pagosa Springs is found in the Southwest Colorado at the base of the Continental Divide.

Know more about Pagosa Springs Winterfest. Drive and explore Colorado with your comfortable RV.

Launch Celebration in Sydney

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:07:00 +0000

Gather your partners to come down in Sydney and witness the exciting Launch Celebration of the Chinese New Year Festival at the first night of the Festival Markets in Belmore Park.

Take a glimpse of the Chinese New Year Festival with firecrackers scaring away the previous year's bad luck, hear again the clash of cymbals and gongs as lions and dragons dance and bend right before your eyes. This launch is a night for everyone, no tickets on fees experience the Launch at no cost. Watch the visiting performers from Chongqing in Western China, as well as all the sights, colours and flavours of the New Year Markets.

There are stalls that complement the Launch, don't forget to bring home Chinese New Year's products for souvenirs. Launch Celebration begins on Friday 12 February 2010 at 6:30pm, while stalls/market is open from 4:00pm till 10:00pm.

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Wine Festival at Marlborough

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:12:00 +0000

This February 2010, come to the South Island let yourself experience one the finest Wine Festival in a very qualified region – Marlborough.

Start a quick plan for your visit, the Marlborough Wine Festival will happen on Saturday February 13. For those with ample time dedicated for this event get a quick quote for a motorhome New Zealand. With such scenery in Marlborough you can have more of traveling with motorhomes than regular automobiles. This is also a perfect time to travel for romance, sample quality wines of Malborough and get one for the Valentine's.

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Marlborough is internationally known for its Sauvignon blanc wine and closely followed by Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. While such region is also renowned for its burgeoning gourmet food industry. Aside from Food and Wine features, it has caught adoration for swimming in general and swimming with the dolphins, boat cruising, walk tours, and pure scenery.

World Buskers Festival in Christchurch

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:17:00 +0000

World Buskers Festival will be undulating the town of Christchurch this January 21 until the end of the month. It began seventeen years ago and it still lingers as one of the best festivals in New Zealand, not only attended by locals alike, but by tourist from different countries as well. With those years of celebration, it has made a statement of its own in Australasia gathering around 25,000 – 30,000 of visitors not in the sum of the festival, but an average of the festival's attendants PER day. That's what i call - HUGE.

Why not join in the crowd after all Christchurch is one of New Zealand's top destination. Explore the festival and features of Christchurch through motorhome New Zealand, a great idea if you want to bridge "travel" and "explore". This year's World Buskers Festival promises non stop fun and entertainment. You gotta see the street performances, some people fly the distance just to see it. They often say – Amazing live shows.

Organic River Festival, North Island

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:59:00 +0000

Haven't had an awesome experience in New Zealand yet? Its not yet too late to get a pitch of New Zealand's summer. Coming up this January 29 at Levin in the North Island is a big eco festival event called the Organic River Festival, an upbeat and vibrant celebration of life, music, food and creativity. What to expect? Get a stack of total fun, entertainment, and education in 3 days, just a great way be bonded with friends or the whole family. The way to Levin can be accessed by buses or travel through a campervan hire New Zealand. Get camping passes and tune in with the rest of the many who also come to enjoy the activity.

Kimberley Reserve is the host to this event, located south of Levin, if you wanted a maximum experience check out the free workshops on natural remedies and self-sufficiency, get involve with yoga and meditation classes, and get your kids stuff into jam-packed entertainment programme. Live bands from near and far are coming to rock the event, people small and big vibe gather in a crowd and just dance freely with the beat. Camping for 3 days is the best way to really enjoy this especially for the whole family and travelers hangin' out as a group. Last year the camping sites were full and this year the cost of the campsite include all of the festival's concerts, workshops, kidzone and entertainment day and night.

Sydney Festival First Night

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:43:00 +0000

Everybody is welcome! Get pulled by Sydney Festival First Night no where else but at Sydney's very own central business district. Hyde Park transforms itself into a hub of creative performances, fun, people and more entertainment all wrapped in one day.

Come on this event only happens once in a year, catch some of the biggest names in the festival this 2010 the festival is set on January 9. Full activities and fun awaits from 2 till 11pm. But as dusk take place, another magical activity consumes the spotlight 43 Rajasthani musicians take the stage for a preview of the lush visual and musical celebration, The Manganiyar Seduction.

Make sure to be sun smart – wear sunscreen and a hat and drink plenty of water. All areas are wheelchair accessible. Need more of the festival visit Sydney Festival First Night.

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Birding and Wildlife Festival at Titusville

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 01:49:00 +0000

For people who adores wildlife here comes Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival. Hosted by the Brevard Community College, Titusville Campus. Here's a basic for those who are oblivious to this facility, Titusville Campus of Brevard Community College opened in 1979 specializing in information technology and environmental, natural and life sciences. Which is also coherent by its location near the Kennedy Space Center and the Canaveral National Seashore.

So if you are serious about this Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival why not take a detour to this way with your USA RV. Lots of parking spaces available and ample time for the event commencing this January 27-February 1, 2010. bring your cameras, you might be lucky enough to win a prize, or keep your photos as a souvenir just some good stuff to reminisce your visit of the festival. Exhibit center located in the Gymnatorium at Brevard Community College, Titusville Campus is for you to either visit or participate, do both for the experience! Many activities have been arranged. Classroom presentations will have also been arranged for viewing beauties of the event, the area and the surrounding. More info visit NBBD.

For your stay there's The Comfort Inn, but your accommodation is solved when you come with your RV. A great idea for your visit is Florida itself. Get tanned? Or “hi-swim”on the beach.

Indian America New Years Powwow

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:20:00 +0000

This December 21st 2009 – January 3rd of 2010 both Native American and non-Native American people gather to celebrate and honor the American Indian culture. What better way to celebrate your RV vacation in Arizona is to witness this powerful once in a year Indian America New Years Powwow.

Several overwhelming powwow competitions will be held such as dancing,singing, drumming, authentic handmade arts & crafts, indian foods , teepee village, birds of prey all participated by over 60 tribal nations from Mexico to Canada. Competitions begin every 12 noon to dusk each day. Collectively these competitions are meant to overwhelm the visitors. Bring your lenses and drive your USA RV to Rillito Raceway Park, First av. & River Rd. Tucson, AZ Arizona, this event is free to public so bring your own shades and chairs. With your RV, you can also hire optional chairs and tables and back it up.

Lights-filled Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 02:15:00 +0000

Celebrate the summer season in New Zealand this December, join the crowd as the lights sparkle in their eyes with the TSB Bank Festival of Lights happening at Pukekura Park in New Plymouth. The area of New Plymouth bounded in Taranaki region boasts pretty coastlines and unwinding parks. If you are cogitating on a trip to New Zealand come on here to the West coast of New Zealand and experience the festivity of lights, now the longest running and most successful festival and arts event in Taranaki.

Think about roadtripping with your camper rental New Zealand to Taranaki region either taking it from Auckland or Wellington. Nightly entertainment will begin on Saturday 26 December 2009 through to Sunday 31 January 2010. Know more information about TSB Bank Festival of Lights you may win prices.

This festival happens each year pulling about 150,000 of visitors during the period, areas of New Plymouth's Pukekura Park are transformed into a magical land which popularly refer to as the wonderland, some place filled with sparks and glows of more than 1,000 lights and 5km of cable create a night-time illuminated destination. Certain structures like the Pukekura park's water wheel, fountains and the historic band rotunda are generously designed with lights. Best scene is reflected when the moon is up, bushes, trees, fountains, and everywhere has different shades. Overall the park is flashing.

Early Christmas in Cambridge

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:23:00 +0000

North Island has something for its residents and visitors this early Christmas, come on hire a Campervan with your traveling buddies or your family. Visit Cambridge, New Zealand while they celebrate “Cambridge Christmas Festival 2009” this December 5th to 19th. Just the right event to count the 100th year of the Cambridge Town Hall.

Cambridge is a lovely town in Waikato and popularly distinguished as the "The Town of Trees". There are more reasons to visit Cambridge. Shops will be open to sell gifts and decorations, homemade jams and chutneys. Walk the heritage and boutique trails and discover the a range of shops many set within heritage buildings. Refreshments are available everywhere in Cambridge, check out how the decorated Town Hall turn into a host to this event. Hire a motorhome from Auckland (see campers New Zealand), this will need a comfortable two hours of road tripping to Hamilton and find your way to Cambridge. You can also take a short drive to Lake Karapiro to maximize your vacation in Cambridge. Visit Cambridge Christmas Festival.

To maximize your roadtrip to Cambridge take a 6 kilometer south of Cambridge to Lake Karapiro, an international class venue for water sports and recreation. Or hit your way to Maungatautari, a mountain sanctuary for native wildlife just about 15 minutes drive from Cambridge.

Cocoa's Christmas Market (Florida)

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 02:35:00 +0000

Come on to Florida! Join shoppers and travel enthusiasts in Cocoa, Florida to shop for Christmas gifts. If you spend $50 or more with the Cocoa Village merchants, you can get free skate rental at the ice rink in Riverfront Park. This event is happening until December 20th of 2009. Just the best way to get back home with local village products not found anywhere else.

With your RV hire, why not come on down and see what there is? If shopping does not interest you, then Cocoa Beach should be. It has been called the quintessential beach town just an hour drive east of Orlando on Florida's beautiful Space Coast. Florida as we know is one of the places that major in coastal activities. Cocoa is just one of the affordable places in Florida to spend a relaxed or adventured style. Go fishing, horse back riding, and all that you can. If you are looking at an RV park to stay in Cocoa, the Oceanus Mobile Village and RV Park located at 52 S Crescent Beach Dr in Cocoa Beach will be a perfect place. Phone them at 321-783-3871. Their park has 18 sites, hookups, toilets, water, shower, table, etc. Bring your pets!

Christmas in Cooroy, Queensland

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 01:46:00 +0000

There's plenty to see and do in Queensland, aside from its world class coastlines and awesome waters Queensland host number of events and celebrate hard to miss festivals. Some mates are just lucky to be campervanning around Queensland. One event this year's Christmas is “A Heritage Christmas in Cooroy”, just some great and fun community event loaded with free activities and making it just a lot fit for your group or family if you are doing a vacation in Queensland.

The Lower Mill Site will be open for self guided tours and woodworking demonstrations. Heritage clothing and photographs will be on display at the Cooroy Butter Factory. What's really fantastic are the festivities at Apex Park with free rides, face painting, food and market stalls, licensed venue, heritage displays and entertainment.

If you are yet thinking for a campervan vacation to Queensland, you can pick up your vehicle from Brisbane and start your holiday. Cooroy is one and a half drive from Brisbane. Cooroy is also a good base from which to explore the Sunshine Coast and its hinterland.

Open times of this event is from 8am – 8pm of December 5th 2009. Apex Park on Maple Street in Queensland. Discover more of Queensland with your other half, or colleagues, or family by hiring one of the Campervans. Visit more events at Queensland Holidays.

Whangamata's Jazz Art and Blues

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:28:00 +0000

Planning a New Zealand Holiday? Great! Come on down to Waikato this Friday November 20th and enjoy three days of great music of the Whangamata Jazz Art and Blues Festival. Is this only for people who love music? No, I'm talking about fun, fair, and travel in Waikato. This event is happening November 20th - 22nd 2009.

Have your motorhome New Zealand ready for this event. Have your thoughts about Wentworth Valley Campground, managed by the Department of Conservation campsite with permanent onsite managers. This provides added security.

Set in a serene bushland environment surrounded by regenerating native forest and nestled adjacent to the Wentworth River. A number of walks start at the campground and includes mines, waterfalls and extensive views of the coromandel ranges. Wentworth Valley Campground is located on Wentworth Valley Rd and distance is 1.8 km south of Whangamata.

Whangamata Jazz Art and Blues Festival will also include the opening of the Pohutukawa Festival. Live music will fill Whangamata's main street, and a variety of other locations, throughout the weekend. The main ticketed event, with headline acts, will be held at the Whangamata Sports grounds from NOON onwards, tickets are $25 and will be available from local information centres. Check out more about Whangamata Jazz Art and Blues Festival.

Savour at Canberra

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:21:00 +0000

Planning to visit the Capital? Hurry up and enjoy unlimited ways of treating your tastebuds. The Savour Expo Canberra is on again. Happening this 15-16 November in the Exhibition Hall of the National Convention Centre, Canberra, 31 Constitution Avenue Canberra City.

Join the leading expo, indulge with wine, beer and food experts for tastings, gourmet delights, top chefs, master classes, even the Jack Daniels Experience.

Savour - National Capital Food, Wine & Beverage Expo begins at 10:20 in the morning till 4:30 of November 15th. Tickets $15 - available online now or at the door, ticket includes a Savour Expo souvenir tasting glass and show bag. November 16th is Trade Day Only ( free entrance for trade visitors). The Convention Centre is just a short walk from the City centre and parking is available just across Constitution Avenue. Check out Savour, for schedule of specific activities, exhibitors information, tickets, organizers and other info.

Give nature and outdoor a chance to be explored in Canberra when the expo is through. Treat yourself with extensive trails and walkways of Canberra. Ask a local or visit the Visitor's information centre to travel and see more. Hire or rent a camper Australia and head to Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve located 45 minutes drive from the business district. Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve got native animals such as emus and kangaroos grazing freely, enjoy the wildlife in a natural setting.

Australian International Three Day Event

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000

Come and see the Australian International Three Day Event this November 13-15 at the Rymill Park, Adelaide, South Australia, this event is an Australian pinnacle equestrian event, showcasing Australasia's best riders and equine athletes. Including the showcasing of Adelaide's beautiful parks and gardens, easy living lifestyle and Rundle Street precinct.

This 2009, the Australian International Three Day Event will host the Trans Tasman series, inviting New Zealand's top four riders and horses to travel to South Australia and compete against an Australian Team. Wow.

Another good news is that this year's event will feature an extended program of activities across the weekend including the Mutual Community Cross Country Challenge; a more family focused Cross Country Day, Grape and Gourmet Gallop food and wine fair, creating more of a ‘village' atmosphere within Rymill Park. The ‘Dressage with the Stars' lunch will again be held on dressage day with dressage to music demonstrations and other entertainment.

There's more to offer and see in Adelaide when the event is over. Take a quick time to check out camper Australia before you begin to travel the towns of Adelaide and the rest of South Australia.

Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:42:00 +0000

This November 6-8 is time for Arizona's highest quality event for its 16th year and expercting 45,000 of people coming to experience this 2-day event. Featuring the most accomplished artists in the United States. Over 165 juried artists from throughout the United States and abroad will participate displaying impressive small, medium and life-sized bronze sculptures, vessels, rope baskets, wood, clay and mixed media sculptures, one of a kind handcrafted jewelry, exceptional photography and much more.

The festival will also provide a unique opportunity to sample an extensive collection of domestic and imported wines, as well as flavorful micro-brews. For $10, patrons will receive an engraved souvenir wine or beer glass and six tasting tickets; allowing patrons to come together and enjoy the unparalleled ambience of fine art, wine and live musical entertainment.

The festival will take place in downtown Carefree, near the corner of Easy and Ho Hum streets. Hours are 10am to 5pm each day. Admission is $3.00. Parking is free all weekend. This festival is widely known as a paradise for art collectors and a truly enjoyable experience for all that attend! See contacts and other details @ events America. If your planning a motorhome getaway in Arizona visit USA motorhomes.

Grafton Jacaranda Festival 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 02:05:00 +0000

Be a part of the the world-renowned Jacaranda Festival held yearly in Grafton, Northern Rivers New South Wales, from Friday, October 30th and concludes on Sunday, 8th November.

The festival brings flowers competition, parades, concerts, boats, film festival, fun run and more events together. This is a festival set to express the people's thanksgiving for the generosity with which nature blesses this part of the globe. Inaugurated in 1934, this was the first of Australia's folk festivals and is based upon the magnificent spectacle of the hundreds of lilac-blossomed trees which grow in Grafton's broad tree lined avenues. Dont miss this unique and oldest celebration in Grafton.

Grafton is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, 300kms south of Brisbane and 600kms north of Sydney. Interest yourself on campervans in NSW. More about the festival at www.jacarandafestival.org.au

Night out for wine and food lovers

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:37:00 +0000

Happening 6-8pm Tuesday 20 October, Wellington. Be there and be among the first to sample new release and award-winning wines from the Wairarapa sub-regions of Martinborough, Gladstone and Masterton, and discover how various foods accentuate different flavours in the wine.

Wines from the region are small in size but huge in style. Distinctively boutique, they achieve international acclaim for intensity of flavour. It is the genuine cool climate that creates this food friendly style.

Want to stay longer and see more of Wellington? Then move around through Campers New Zealand. Join "A dream night out for wine and food lovers" for an opportunity to taste a fine collection of wines from 30 of the regions wineries - including gems from artisan vineyards that are not widely available. See you at the Atrium, Chaffers Dock Building, 1 Herd St, Wellington. Want to know more? Visit A dream night out for wine and food lovers.

October is Sydney International Food Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:39:00 +0000

Planning on another campervan hire holiday in Sydney? Fantastic! If you are good to go then don't yet. Yes I know you probably are jumping on excitement to see your camper Australia. Hang on because Sydney together with a campervan holiday can even make it a food-filled vacation for you this time.

It's the food event of the year and you can be there to see a galaxy of kitchen stars, local and international.

The Sydney International Food Festival has something for everyone: extravagant dinners in our best restaurants, markets, tours, cooking classes and community and regional events. It's a celebration of our amazing food scene. All the favourites from Good Food Month are here, including Hats Off dinners, Let's Do Lunch, the Night Noodle Markets and Hands-on cooking classes. We have special guests from overseas, including Slow Food founder Carlo Petrini from Italy (October 18). Explore Sydney International Food Festival to know more about this event.

The Dunedin Rhododendron Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:56:00 +0000

Dunedin, with great pleasure, welcomes garden and Rhododendron lovers to the city during Rhododendron Festival 2007 to view the spectacular displays of Rhododendrons in private and public gardens.

Diverse microclimates abound in Dunedin's temperate coastal setting providing a variety of environments for Rhododendrons and plants from around the world.

The week-long Dunedin Rhododendron Festival offers more than 50 events, including wine and food tastings in the Larnach Castle gardens, art in Glenfalloch gardens, garden tours and demonstrations. Dunedin has an ideal climate for rhododendrons and azaleas which thrive in private gardens, as well as three gardens of 'national significance'.

More info about this? Visit Dunedin Rhododendron Festival. Or contact tel: (03) 477 1092 and or e-mail to info@rhododunedin.co.nz

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Chicago International Film Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:40:00 +0000

For 45 years, the Chicago International Film Festival has brought you the brightest and boldest new films and filmmakers—from Slumdog Millionaire and Reservoir Dogs to Scorsese, Fassbinder, Wenders, and Herzog—first. Did you chat with The Wrestler director Darren Aronofsky or listen to Kevin Smith crack the audience up for an hour after Zack and Miri Make a Porno? Maybe you saw Viggo Mortensen, or Jada Pinkett Smith at her directorial debut? This year you can expect to see the most anticipated films and stars (Uma Thurman, Martin Landau, and Willem Dafoe to name a few), but the real fun is pushing your boundaries and discovering something new.
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Chicago Film Festival is happening October 8 -22, 2009.

The 32nd Annual Pensacola Seafood Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:51:00 +0000

The Fiesta of Five Flags presents the 2009 Pensacola Seafood Festival in historic Seville Square area in downtown Pensacola. The fantastic seafood for which the Gulf Coast is famous will be the highlight of the weekend. Carefully selected food vendors offer a wide variety of seafood dishes and other festival fare. Some highlights of this year's menu include southern style crab cakes, gator bites, blackened mahi mahi, bang bang shrimp, fried crawfish pistolettes, shrimp creole, boudin balls, and shark on a stick.

With more than 180 arts and crafts vendors, the Pensacola Seafood Festival is also one of the largest arts and crafts fairs in Northwest Florida. Live musical performances by local and regional acts are held throughout the festival in Fountain Park adjacent to Seville Square. The Pensacola Seafood Festival also offers cooking demonstrations, a 5K run/walk, the Splash Dogs competition, 2009 Redfish Cup Championship, a children’s area, and other activities will be location in Pensacola News Journal Pelican Park (Bartram Park).

The Pensacola Seafood Festival is held in the Historic District in Seville Square and Bartram Park overlooking the picturesque Pensacola Bay September 25 - 27, 2009. Go to The Fiesta of Five Flags for schedules and details of the event.

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GrapeFest

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:19:00 +0000

Wine lovers and connoisseurs from across the nation will sample award-winning Texas wines at the 23rd Annual GrapeFest on September 17, 18, 19 and 20. GrapeFest is the place to enjoy premium wines, great music, delectable foods and plenty of fun. It’s the perfect spot to eat, shop and be entertained!

GrapeFest in Historic Grapevine, Texas is considered one of the Top 100 events in the United States and Canada. A popular GrapeFest pastime is the competitive Grape Stomping Competition, where contestants competitively vie for the coveted Purple Foot Award reminiscent of the infamous Grape Stomping episode from I Love Lucy.

GrapeFest is celebrated in Historic Downtown Grapevine. Once in Grapevine, follow the signs to the parking areas! Free shuttles run continuously from the free parking to the festival gates.

Don't bring your pets. Get more at the GrapeFest website. Looking forward to renting a motorhome in texas? Visit US RV rental for guides and rates.

Floriade Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:24:00 +0000

Floriade is the biggest flower festival in Australia, a spectacular celebration of spring, set in Canberra's Commonwealth Park.

This year Floriade is set to rejuvenate visitors with a stunning festival that will feature more than one million blooms and fantastic entertainment depicting a Mind, Body and Soul theme.

From 12 September to 11 October in Commonwealth Park you can enjoy uplifting entertainment; sample regional food and wine; learn from informative workshops and educational demonstrations and meander amongst magnificent garden bed displays in the heart of the nation’s capital.

Be a part of the true Mind, Body, and Soul experience at the Lotus Lounge which combines the serenity of natural therapies such as express facials and luxurious hand treatments with the brilliance of garden beds in full bloom. For a treat, book yourself an indulgent High Tea experience or sample Lindemans Early Harvest less calories, lighter alcohol wine range.

Enjoy daily live entertainment throughout the park with a series of lunchtime concerts presented by the ANU School of Music, street performers and visual theatre, comedy acts, and dance. Be sure not to miss special guest performances from soul songstress Marcia Hines or the country music sensation the McClymonts.

See yourself uplifted with the new giant 35 metre ferris wheel offering a spectacular view of Floriade and beyond.

Look out for garden bed designs of clouds, ocean waves, a giant chess board, an eye, the elixir of life and the feast of colour as you soar above amazing displays.

Invigorate your body and explore the world of sport at the Australian Sports Commission marquee. Get the latest tips for coaching, see a nutritionist cook up a storm and find out the secrets behind talent identification. Plus, meet Australian Institute of Sport athletes, coaches and scientific experts.

Families will also love the popular Patting Paddock for a chance to meet your favourite farm animal, learn more about the amazing creatures at the Riveting Reptile exhibition.

Get in touch with your creative side and see top Interflora designers going head to head with their wonderful floral artistry creations in a national competition.

View a wealth of displays from a giant citrus guitar to spectacular Australian flower display.

If you are looking for inspiration to upgrade your garden, get some great ideas from the showcase gardens.

Make a date with Floriade 2009 and reinvigorate your Mind, Body and Soul. There are plenty of things to see and do in the capital this spring.

So come on, see for yourself!

Call 1300 554 114 or go to visitcanberra.com.au or Floriade Australia for information.
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Festival Cains 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Holiday Traveler) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:03:00 +0000

Held annually in September Festival Cairns is one of Australia’s leading regional cultural festivals.

Staged in the heart of Far North Queensland, the Festival is a showcase for the region both nationally and internationally, featuring a strong program of creative, cultural and sporting events across a three-week period. Established in 2002 Festival Cairns has quickly established a position as North Queensland’s premier event.

From signature food and wine events and performances by guest national and international artists, to multi-cultural and community celebrations that showcase the region’s talent, Festival Cairns is a celebration of Tropical Australia’s diverse cultural life.

The festival runs this 21st August - 6th September, 2009 in Cairns, North Queensland. Many events are free. Major events are Pacific Toyota Grand Parade & Fireworks, Cairns Amateurs Racing Carnival, Reggaetown, Tropical Wave Festival. More information at www.festivalaustralia.com.au

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Cairns Villa & Leisure Park located 28 Pease Street, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870
First City Caravilla Van Park located Kelly Street, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870
Cairns Holiday Park located Cnr James & Little Streets, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870