Australia Vacation Travel and Australia Tour Packages with Accommodations from Australia Travel Experts

Air-Inclusive Vacations with Tours & Hotel Accommodations Offer Travelers Best Deals


BELLEVUE, Wash.—(January 30, 2011)—For Australia vacations from Tasmania walking tours to wine tasting, head to the southern tip of an Australia map to find out there’s more to Australia than kangaroos & koalas.

Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com), in partnership with Qantas, and the tourism authorities of Australia, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, offer Vacations to Australia with Cheap Flights, Tours & Hotels.

These Australia vacation deals start at the remarkably low price of just $2,299 per person (including airfare and accommodation & airline taxes, based on double-occupancy) and are making the southern states of Australia more desirable than ever before.

According to Kirk Demeter, President of Down Under Answers, "The southern region of Australia is truly unmatched in its beauty and provides varying and spectacular experiences."

Mr. Demeter adds that this destination is perfect for a wide range of travelers including repeat vacationers who want to experience another side of Australia travel; vacationers who love to participate in adventure activities; price-conscious families who are looking for the best value for their travel dollar, and the upscale market who seeks touring via private aircraft, five-star hotel accommodations.

Featured Australia Tour Packages:

Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide –12-night land and air-inclusive vacation from just $2,399

Explore Melbourne, in Victoria, a cultural melting pot known for international sporting events and the award-winning restaurants and cafés. Melbourne accommodation included. Continue south to historic Hobart, Tasmania, Australia’s smallest capital city to experience 19th century warehouses-turned-restaurants in Salamanca Place, cafes, galleries and art studios. Hobart is the ideal city to shop for locally-made products or enjoy al fresco dining and boasts the cleanest air on Earth. Hobart hotels included. Next travel is to Adelaide in South Australia, an elegant city that has preserved its colonial heritage. Surrounded by parklands and historic buildings, Adelaide is also a dream come true for wine tasting due to its close proximity to some of Australia’s most renowned wine regions, including Barossa. Adelaide accommodation included.

Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, Cairns - 12-day package from $2,629

Enjoy all the best of southern Australia and finish you vacation with a trip to the colorful playground of the Great Barrier Reef. From Melbourne travel north to Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park. The majestic coral structures that make up the Great Barrier Reef extend over 930 miles and provide superb recreational activities such as snorkeling, diving, swimming, semi-submersibles, coral viewing and fishing, and offer a unique environment for scientific research.

Short Breaks (from $449 -$559)

· Down Under Answers offers three-day land-only excursions experiences to Melbourne, Adelaide or Hobart.

Special Interest Vacations (from $1,029- $1,599)

· Cradle Mountain Huts Guided 7-day walk though stunning Tasmanian scenery

· 5-night “Discover Tasmania” 2-day “Kangaroo Island in Style”

· “Australia Fur and Feathers” is a two-night wildlife tour from Melbourne.

Each Australia tour packages can be purchased as-is, or the travel experts at Down Under Answers can help customize a vacation.

For all the latest packages and current pricing from Down Under Answers, click here.

Australia vacations with Down Under Answers can be booked by calling toll-free at (866) 792-5458 or visiting http://www.duatravel.com.

Prices are quoted in US Dollars, and are based on per person, twin share. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations and seasonal surcharges.  Advertised priced reflects lowest season pricing.  Add-on fares available from other U.S. cities. Seats/Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking. A higher class of service may be offered as an alternative. U.S./foreign taxes/fees, including September 11th security fee, are included for all air inclusive vacations. Amendment fees and cancellation penalties apply. 

About Down Under Answers

Down Under Answers, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2012, is the recognized industry leader in vacation packages to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti and the Cook Islands,. The Bellevue, Washington-based tour operator offers a wide variety of travel package options ranging from escorted tours to self-drive vacations, adventure travel, island escapes, groups and special interest travel, as well as customized independent arrangements. The company has repeatedly been voted the “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Tourism Australia’s Aussie Specialists and Tourism New Zealand’s Kiwi Specialists as well as “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Australian Supplier Partners. For additional information, visit www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE TRAVEL TIPS FROM THE AUSTRALIA TRAVEL EXPERTS AT DOWN UNDER ANSWERS

It’s Not Too Late to be Among the First to Ring in 2012 in Sydney or Hobart, Australia

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(December 20, 2011)— Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com), the leading wholesaler of vacation packages to Australia, reminds curious travelers that it’s not too late to plan for New Year’s Eve revelry Aussie style.

While the rest of the world, save Antarctica, waits for the stroke of midnight to celebrate the passing of another year Australia will already be in the throes of welcoming 2012.

Said Down Under Answers Sales Manager Jason Mesnick, “Without a doubt, the most renowned place to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Australia is Sydney, and for those looking at ringing in the New Year in a smaller more intimate setting, then Hobart is an excellent option!”

In Sydney, travelers can expect nearly a million and a half revelers celebrating New Year’s Eve in Sydney Harbour.

A smoking ceremony from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander vessels cleanses the famous Sydney Harbour of negative spirits and the New Year countdown is projected on the Sydney Harbour Bridge pylons. At 8:45 p.m. the Acknowledgement of Country begins and pays respect to the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. Custodians call up the first reveal of the Bridge Effect, which is a spectacular graphic display with a series of brilliant fireworks.

“Imagine a mind-blowing grand finale featuring fireworks launched in tandem from seven barges on the Sydney Harbour, seven city skyscrapers rooftops and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. There is nothing like it in the world,” comments Mesnick.

Of all the things to do in Hobart Tasmania, New Year’s Eve in Sullivan’s Cove is a world-class party featuring bands, roving entertainers and two sets of fireworks and is one of Hobart’s great attractions.

“Arrive early to Sullivan’s and get a prime viewing spot for the fireworks, which explode in awe-inspiring color over Hobart’s striking sandstone buildings. Get Tickets for The Taste of Tasmania party, where foodies can sample delectable Tasmanian fare from more than 70 food booths” suggests Mesnick.

About Down Under Answers
Down Under Answers, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2012, is the recognized industry leader in vacation packages to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti and the Cook Islands. The Bellevue, Washington-based tour operator offers a wide variety of travel package options ranging from escorted tours to self-drive vacations, adventure travel, island escapes, groups and special interest travel, as well as customized independent arrangements. The company has repeatedly been voted the “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Tourism Australia’s Aussie Specialists and Tourism New Zealand’s Kiwi Specialists as well as “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Australian Supplier Partners.  For additional information, visit www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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Editor’s note: Jason Mesnick and Down Under Answers President Kirk Demeter are available for interview to talk about spending New Year’s Eve in Australia.

Australia Travel Plans With “The Bachelor” Star Jason Mesnick

Jason Mesnick Spends 14 Days Down Under For Southern States Adventure

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KIRKLAND, Wash.—(November 11, 2011) — With the winter chill upon us and the Southern Hemisphere beckoning, Jason Mesnick, packed his bags and headed to Australia for 14 days. Now, he’s back and ready to share his ideas for the perfect warm-weather way to escape the chilly U.S. winter.

Since completing runs on both “The Bachelorette” and “The Bachelor” and returning to a less-public life, Mesnick has followed his passion for travel and joined Down Under Answers, a travel wholesale group based in his hometown outside Seattle.

Mesnick’s travels included a stop at the Southern Ocean Lodge, a luxury resort on Kangaroo Island; then it was off to Tasmania to take in the much talked-about Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart. While in Tasmania, he took short hikes around Cradle Mountain Lodge, saw Launceston and experienced a “Wine Glass to Wine Glass” Tour in Freycinet National Park, then historic Port Arthur, one of history’s most notorious convict sites.

Jason Mesnick is available for interview by phone and can be made available via satellite.

JASON MESNICK IS AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEW TO:

· Share with fans his plans for an ideal southern Australia getaway
o Kangaroo Island
o Hobart
o Cradle Mountain
o Launceston
o Freycinet
o Port Arthur

· Share 5 southern Australia “must-dos”
o Organic burgers in Tasmania
o Kangaroo Island
o Wines in Victoria
o Port Arthur convict site

For additional information or to schedule an interview with Jason Mesnick, please contact Colin Baugh (206) 931-1037 or email colin.baugh@randallpr.com.

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Down Under Answers Offers Travelers Vacation Packages to Australia’s Scenic South and Iconic Destinations

Vacationers come Face to Face with the World’s Largest Reef System, Ever-popular Sydney and the Southern States

BELLEVUE, Wash. — (October 26, 2011) —Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com), a leading South Pacific travel wholesaler is offering travelers the opportunity to explore the popular, less-frequented Southern regions of Australia – Melbourne, Tasmania and South Australia with some of the country’s most iconic destinations including the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney.

The “Southern Splendors” series captures amazing destinations in the Southern states. Hobart is renowned for having the cleanest air in the world, as well as many world-heritage listed areas and quaint villages teaming with history and culture. Adelaide is not only the gateway to the famous wine regions of the Barossa and McClarenvale, but it is also the gateway to Australia’s own Galapagos – Kangaroo Island. Melbourne is the cosmopolitan and stylish city that is a rich cultural mix of history and ethnicities, world-renowned restaurants and the starting point to one of the country’s most scenic drives – the Great Ocean Road. Twelve-night packages including airfare start at only $2499 per person twin share.

For travelers wanting to include a visit to the Great Barrier Reef or Sydney, Down Under Answers has specifically designed packages that feature the Southern states and these regions. Twelve night packages including airfare start at only $2499 per person twin share.

“This is a great way for travelers to experience another side of Australia while still enjoying the traditional favorites such as Cairns and Sydney,” says Kirk Demeter, President of Down Under Answers. “We have made the series as flexible as possible, allowing travelers to create their own vacation experiences.”

For more of the “Southern Splendors” series, please visit www.duatravel.com/south.

“Southern Splendor” prices are based in U.S. dollars and are per person twin share. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations and seasonal surcharges. Advertised prices reflect lowest season pricing. Add-on fares available from other U.S. cities. Seats/Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking. A higher class of service may be offered as an alternative. U.S./foreign taxes/fees, including September 11th security fee, are not included, and are approximately U.S. $190-$250/person. Amendment fees and cancellation penalties apply. Valid for sale until November 30, 2011.

About Down Under Answers
Down Under Answers, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2012, is the recognized industry leader in vacation packages to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti and the Cook Islands. The Bellevue, Washington-based tour operator offers a wide variety of travel package options ranging from escorted tours to self-drive vacations, adventure travel, island escapes, groups and special interest travel, as well as customized independent arrangements. The company has repeatedly been voted the “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Tourism Australia’s Aussie Specialists and Tourism New Zealand’s Kiwi Specialists as well as “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Australian Supplier Partners. For additional information, visit www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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Down Under Answers’ Travel Deals and Qantas Airways’ Non-Stop Route from Dallas to Brisbane Making Holiday Travel to Australia More Accessible

DUA Expects More Midwest, Southeast and East Coast Travel to Australia

     

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(September 23, 2011)—For U.S. travelers looking for international alternatives to spending another bone-chilling winter in the States, the Southern States of Australia offer the best value for a warm-weather holiday vacation Down Under.

Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com), is expecting more travelers from Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and the Carolinas to take advantage of the company’s new “Southern Splendor” (www.duatravel.com/south) vacation offerings as a result of Qantas Airways’ recently launched non-stop from Dallas Forth Worth to Brisbane.

“The new route to Brisbane has essentially made it easier to access the southern states of Australia from the U.S.,” explains Kirk Demeter, Down Under Answers President and CEO. “Before the Dallas to Brisbane route was introduced, travelers from the Midwest and Eastern U.S. would have to first fly to Los Angeles before boarding their onward flight to Australia. Now, travelers have a convenient international gateway from the U.S. that offers additional seating capacity to Australia to connect with flights to regional Australia.”

The DUA “Southern Splendor” vacation packages include such getaways as a 12 night air and land inclusive vacation from $2,599 per person U.S.

Demeter went on to say, “The Southern States of Australia are the most lush and scenic part of the country, and offer the greatest value and experiences for travelers. Packages like these with options for travel through much of the peak season are not often seen.

For more about Southern Splendors Vacation Packages and ideas visit www.duatravel.com/south.

Prices are subject to currency fluctuations and seasonal surcharges.  Advertised priced reflects lowest season pricing. Add-on fares available from other U.S. cities. Seats/Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking. A higher class of service may be offered as an alternative. U.S./foreign taxes/fees, including September 11th security fee, are not included, and are approximately U.S. $190-$250/person.  Amendment fees and cancellation penalties apply. 

About Down Under Answers
Down Under Answers, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2012, is the recognized industry leader in vacation packages to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti and the Cook Islands. The Bellevue, Washington-based tour operator offers a wide variety of travel package options ranging from escorted tours to self-drive vacations, adventure travel, island escapes, groups and special interest travel, as well as customized independent arrangements. The company has repeatedly been voted the “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Tourism Australia’s Aussie Specialists and Tourism New Zealand’s Kiwi Specialists as well as “Best Travel Wholesaler” by Australian Supplier Partners. For additional information, visit www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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Down Under Answers Extends Spectacular Savings to Australia with $1999 Per Person Travel Package

Australia Travel Specialist Offers 12-Night Australian Treasures Vacation with Over $1225 Per Person in Savings

BELLEVUE, Wash. — (September 9, 2011) — Down Under Answers, the leading wholesaler for Australia and New Zealand vacation packages, has extended its Australian Treasures package with a limited sale window through September 19, 2011. This package deal is priced from $1,999 offering huge savings to the southern regions of Australia with special emphasis on Tasmania, Adelaide, and Melbourne.

This vacation package is per person and includes round-trip airfare on Qantas Airways from Los Angeles, 12-nights hotel accommodation, and fuel surcharges all in the $1,999 per person price.

Travel is based on double occupancy for departure from Los Angeles from September 11-24, 2011; November 11-14, 2011; and May 1-31, 2012.  Add-on fares available from other U.S. cities.

According to Kirk Demeter, President of Down Under Answers, "The southern region of Australia is truly unmatched in its beauty and provides such varying and spectacular experiences. This destination is perfect for a wide range of travelers including repeat vacationers who want to experience another side of Australia; vacationers who love to participate in adventure activities; price-conscious families who are looking for the best value for their travel dollar; and the upscale market who seek touring via private aircraft, five-star hotel accommodations, and more.

The 12-night Australian Treasures package includes the following:

• Round-trip airfare on Qantas Airways from Los Angeles to Melbourne, Hobart, and Adelaide
• 3 nights hotel in Melbourne
• 3 nights hotel in Hobart
• 3 nights hotel in Adelaide
• 3 nights hotel in Sydney
• Applicable fuel surcharges

Prices are from $1,999 per person, based on twin share in U.S. $ and traveling Qantas Airways from Los Angeles.  Packages are available for travel September 10, 2011 through May 31, 2012. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations and seasonal surcharges.  Advertised priced reflects lowest season pricing.  Add-on fares available from other U.S. cities. Seats/Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking. A higher class of service may be offered as an alternative. U.S./foreign taxes/fees, including September 11th security fee, are not included, and are approximately U.S. $190-$250/person.  Amendment fees and cancellation penalties apply. Book by:  September 19, 2011.

For additional information on this great package and more, visit www.duatravel.com/sale.

About Down Under Answers
Down Under Answers, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2012, is the recognized industry leader in vacation packages to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti, the Cook Islands, and Dubai. The Bellevue, Washington-based tour operator offers a wide variety of travel package options ranging from escorted tours to self-drive vacations, adventure travel, island escapes, groups and special interest travel, as well as customized independent arrangements. The company has repeatedly been voted the "Best Travel Wholesaler" by Tourism Australia's Aussie Specialists and Tourism New Zealand's Kiwi Specialists as well as "Best Travel Wholesaler" by Australian Supplier Partners.  For additional information, visit www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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Down Under Answers Offers Spectacular Savings to Australia

Australia Travel Specialist Features 24 Packages Including 11-Night Australian Treasures Vacation Priced From $1,799 Per Person

BELLEVUE, WA — (August 10, 2011) — Down Under Answers, the leading wholesaler for Australia and New Zealand vacation packages, is launching a series of 24 competitively priced Southern Splendors packages which will highlight the southern regions of Australia with special emphasis on Tasmania, Adelaide, and Melbourne.  The company's lead travel deal is an 11-night Australian Treasures package priced from $1,799 per person including round-trip airfare on Qantas Airways from Los Angeles, 11-night hotel accommodation, and fuel surcharges.

According to Kirk Demeter, President of Down Under Answers, "The southern region of Australia is truly unmatched in its beauty and provides such varying and spectacular experiences." Mr. Demeter adds that this destination is perfect for a wide range of travelers including repeat vacationers who want to experience another side of Australia; vacationers who love to participate in adventure activities; price-conscious families who are looking for the best value for their travel dollar; and the upscale market who seek touring via private aircraft, five-star hotel accommodations, and more.

Down Under Answers' first package in the Southern Splendors series is the 11-night Australian Treasures package which includes the following:

• Round-trip airfare on Qantas Airways from Los Angeles to Melbourne, Hobart, and Adelaide
• 3 nights hotel in Melbourne
• 3 nights hotel in Hobart
• 3 nights hotel in Adelaide
• 2 nights hotel in Sydney
• Applicable fuel surcharges

This package is priced from $1,799 per person, based on double occupancy for travel from Los Angeles from August 10 to September 10, 2011.  Package is available for travel through March 31, 2012 at higher rates due to seasonal surcharges. Add-on fares available from other US cities. Advertised pricing reflects lowest season pricing. Seats/Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking. A higher class of service may be offered as an alternative. US/foreign taxes/fees, including September 11th Security fee, are not included, and are approximately US $205-$230/person.  Amendment fees & cancellation penalties apply. For additional information on this great package and more, visit http://www.duatravel.com/southtz\.

About Down Under Answers|
Down Under Answers, which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2012, is the recognized industry leader in vacation packages to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti, the Cook Islands, and Dubai. The Bellevue, Washington-based tour operator offers a wide variety of travel package options ranging from escorted tours to self-drive vacations, adventure travel, island escapes, groups and special interest travel, as well as customized independent arrangements. The company has repeatedly been voted the "Best Travel Wholesaler" by Tourism Australia's Aussie Specialists and Tourism New Zealand's Kiwi Specialists as well as "Best Travel Wholesaler" by Australian Supplier Partners.  For additional information, visit www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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“I Love Aussie” Australia Vacations Starting at $1,449 Extended Through October 15!

Down Under Answers Offers Last Chance to Escape Winter at Bargain Prices

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(October 4, 2010)— Winter in the U.S. means summer in Australia. Down Under Answers has extended their “I Love Aussie” Australia vacation packages (www.duatravel.com/luvpr) for another 15 days, giving last-minute travelers a chance to trade in the cold for the warmth of the sun.

These limited-time offers are good for travel between October 11, 2010 and November 23, 2010, and from January 30, 2011 to March 22, 2011, with the option to travel until March 31, 2011. The “I Love Aussie 2” offer expires October 15, 2010.

It takes seasoned pros like Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com) to know how to navigate the vastness of the world’s smallest continent. The 10 vacation packages of the “I Love Aussie” program are designed to take advantage of Australia in the best ways that time and money will allow.

According to the Australia Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism, Americans shell out an average of $4,622 for an Australia vacation package. Even Down Under Answer’s $2,999 package, an 11-night extravaganza that takes you to Sydney, Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley and Port Douglas, is $1,600 less than the average tour.

This same report also found that 62 percent of all visitors to Australia and the Great Barrier Reef were returning visitors. Why would so many people return to the ends of the earth? Down Under Answers knows why.

Kirk Demeter, DUA president, knows how daunting it can be to plan a vacation a world away. “Down Under Answers takes the complications out of planning a vacation to Australia. We know where to go, how to book and we can do it the most affordable way for the traveler. We can find the most affordable rates. ”

For example, DUA’s package to Sydney and Cairns includes four nights in each destination, allowing travelers ample time to enjoy everything both fantastic cities have to offer. Take in a show at the iconic Sydney Opera House, or tour the historic harbor. Then move up the coast to Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the lush Daintree Rainforest. This air- and land-inclusive package starts at $1,449 (per person, based on double occupancy) with guests able to upgrade to four- or five-star hotels for just $180 more -- a savings of $1300.

Other offerings include:

• Sydney, Cairns & Melbourne (12-night air and land inclusive, from $1,749 per person/double occupancy). Walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, snorkel over the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns, and dine at an award-winning restaurant in Melbourne.

• Brisbane, Rail & Cairns (7-night air- and land-inclusive, from $2,049 per person/double occupancy). This classic adventure includes three nights on a five-star rail journey through coastal Australia, crocodile tours, and three nights at the luxurious Cairns Colonial Club.

• Sydney, Rainforest, Noosa, Fraser Island & Brisbane (10-night air- and land-inclusive, from $3,439 per person/double occupancy). Explore Sydney and Queensland’s best kept secrets, and spend five nights at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Resort, where adventurers can enjoy guided tree-top walks. A cable ferry connects to Fraser Island and two nights at the Kingfisher Bay Resort.

For a complete list of all 10 packages, click here.

Founded in 1992, Seattle-based Down Under Answers is the industry leader in travel to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti, the Cook Islands, Vanuatu and Dubai. Repeatedly voted Best Travel Wholesaler by Tourism New Zealand and Tourism Australia specialists, the company employs seasoned destination specialists to customize tours—ranging from unique, experiential holidays tailored to suite style, taste and budget, to pre- and post-cruise itineraries, shore excursions, escorted tours, destination weddings and honeymoons, private tours to groups of any size and much more. New for 2010 is the launch of Africa Answers. For further information email info@duatravel.com, or call (800) 889-1464.

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Jason Mesnick, star of ABC’s season 13 of “The Bachelor,” is online most weekdays at noon discussing travel-related topics.

*All prices based on Los Angeles, CA departure. Seasonal surcharges & blackout dates may apply.

"I Love Aussie" Deals Boomerang Back with Australia Vacations

Down Under Answers’ Second Time Around Promo Offers 10 Vacations to the Furthest Corners of Australia

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(September 2, 2010)—Back by popular demand, the award-winning travel experts at Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com) are offering several “I Love Aussie” travel deals that break down any barriers between a much-needed vacation and the Great Barrier Reef.

These 10 new Australian vacation deals start at the incredible low price of just $1,399 per person (including airfare and accommodation, based on double-occupancy). Interested travelers should hurry, as the sale ends September 30, 2010. These limited-time offers are good for travel between October 11, 2010 to November 23, 2010 and from January 30, 2011 to March 22, 2011, with the option to travel until March 31, 2011. Contact DUA experts to book directly at (866) 792-5458 or visit http://www.duatravel.com/luvpr

“Those who traveled last year during the “I Love Aussie” campaign couldn’t stop raving about their vacations. After the response, we couldn’t pass on the opportunity to send more travelers to our favorite Australian destinations, and our partners, V Australia and Tourism Australia, couldn’t agree more,” says Kirk Demeter, President of Down Under Answers.

During the “I Love Aussie” campaign, customers can expect huge savings on customizable itineraries such as:

· For a taste of Australia, look no further than Luv Sydney & Cairns (8-night air and land inclusive, from $1,399 per person/double occupancy). Spend the days exploring the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, and famous Bondi Beach.

· Enjoy the city and the islands with Luv Sydney, Hamilton Island & Cairns (10-night air and land inclusive, from $1,699 per person/double occupancy.) Enjoy two cities bursting with Australian culture—Sydney and Cairns—plus the luxury of a Great Barrier Reef island stay.

· Experience a little of everything from Luv Sydney, Cairns, Tangalooma & Brisbane (12-night air and land inclusive, from $1,899 per person/double occupancy). Discover iconic favorites such as Sydney and Cairns, plus two nights’ stay at Tangalooma Island Resort and a wild dolphin feeding.

· For the ultimate Australian vacation enjoy Luv Sydney, Rainforest, Noosa, Fraser Island & Brisbane (10-night air and land inclusive, from $3,389 per person/double occupancy). Bounce along with kangaroos in the wild, explore Sydney and Queensland’s best-kept secrets, relish the resort life, and explore Australia’s largest subtropical rainforest and the world’s largest sand island.

For a complete list of all 10 packages, click here.

Each package can be purchased as-is, or the travel gurus at Down Under Answers can help customize a vacation. Even with add-ons, deals abound. “Guest can upgrade to 4 and 5 star hotels in the Luv Sydney & Cairns package for just $130 more. That’s a savings of $1,300,” Demeter says.

Thanks to the opposite seasons of the Southern Hemisphere, springtime in Australia means returning to the beach. Each of the ten options allow travelers as much—or as little—time as they want to soak up the sun, while still having time to delight in the best Australia has to offer. Those ready to trade the dreary cold of fall and winter in the States for spring and summer in Australia can book their vacation with Down Under Answers by calling toll-free at (866) 792-5458 or visiting (http://duatravel.com/luvpr).

Founded in 1992, Seattle-based Down Under Answers is the industry leader in travel to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti, the Cook Islands, Vanuatu and Dubai. Repeatedly voted Best Travel Wholesaler by Tourism New Zealand and Tourism Australia specialists, the company employs seasoned destination specialists to customize tours—ranging from unique, experiential holidays tailored to suite style, taste and budget, to pre- and post-cruise itineraries, shore excursions, escorted tours, destination weddings and honeymoons, private tours to groups of any size and much more. New for 2010 is the launch of Africa Answers. For further information email info@duatravel.com, or call (800) 889-1464.

Follow Down Under Answers Online:

Website: http://www.duatravel.com

Twitter: http://twitter.com/downunderanswer

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Down-Under-Answers/121442450475?v=info&ref=search

Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/downunderanswers/

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/DownUnderAnswers

Blog: http://www.jasonsjobblog.com

Jason Mesnick, star of ABC’s season 13 of “The Bachelor,” is online most weekdays at noon discussing travel-related topics.

*All prices based on Los Angeles, CA departure. Seasonal surcharges & blackout dates may apply.