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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October Events

Front Row Fashion Presented by Vogue on October 1, 6 p.m. at Hyatt Regency Bellevue

Vogue brings the fall trends straight from the pages of the magazine to the runway offering insight on fall trends and how to wear fashions available at The Bellevue Collection. 100 percent of the ticket price benefits The Moyer Foundation. Must be 21 or over.

All Access Tickets - $175
Includes complimentary valet parking, early registration and invitation to our champagne toast, appetizers, reserved seating, exclusive swag bag, a $50 Bellevue Collection gift certificate, and exclusive admittance to Post-Runway Show Cocktail reception with Vogue and VIP Shopping Night.

General Admission Tickets - $100
Include a $25 Bellevue Collection gift certificate, swag bag, appetizers, reserved seating, and exclusive admittance to VIP Shopping Night following the show.

To purchase Front Row Fashion tickets, click here.

Altura Restaurant to Open October 5, 2011

A welcome addition to the burgeoning dining scene at the North End of Broadway, Altura—meaning ‘hill’ in Italian—offers a refined dining experience in a rustic-elegant setting on Capitol Hill. The restaurant has been carved out of a former retail space in a nearly century-old building featuring 18^th- and19th-century European antiques and antique furnishings, exposed fir structural beams and an exposed-brick chimney, and repurposed oak church pews for banquette seating.

Driven by seasonality and local availability, the weekly changing menu showcases artistically presented Italian fare and draws inspiration from the Northwest. Most produce, meat, seafood and foraged items will be sourced locally from Pike Place Market vendors, specialty Italian purveyors, and the sizable vegetable and herb garden the Lockwoods tend at their North Seattle home. Altura offers dinner service Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. and is located at 617 Broadway E. on Capitol Hill.

For more information visit Altura online.

Tutta Bella Joins Passionate Pizzerias in ‘Slice of Hope’ for Breast Cancer Research on Friday, October 7, 2011

Next Friday, October 7th, is Slice of Hope day and unites pizzerias across the nation in an effort to fight breast cancer. Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria locations in Columbia City, Stone Way, Westlake and Issaquah are among the Seattle area pizzerias that will donate 15 percent of sales on Friday, October 7^th, to the Karen Mullen Breast Cancer Foundation, a national charity based in Seattle. Funds raised across the country will support the nation’s leading breast cancer researchers, including those at UW Medicine and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

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Olive Crest Annual Wine Procurement Party Held on October 12

Olive Crest, an organization dedicated to preventing child abuse, treating and educating at-risk children and preserving the family…“One Life at a Time®”, will host its annual wine procurement party at Lot No. 3 (460 106th Ave. NE) in Bellevue on Wednesday, October 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. Olive Crest offers attendees the opportunity to help the local nonprofit collect bottles for the upcoming gala auction while enjoying complimentary hors d'oeuvres from Lot No. 3 and wine tastings from Mercer Estates, O Wines and William Church Winery. Each guest is asked to bring one bottle of fine wine (valued at $100, see Wine registry for ideas) to be auctioned at Olive Crest’s Gala Auction on March 3, or make a $100 donation. Tickets will be sold for $50 each for a chance to win a Chelan Crush Weekend Package.

For more information about the event or to reserve a glass, visit Olive Crest online.

Fox’s Gem Shop Hosts 18^th Annual Watch Event October 13 – 15

For novice collectors and established aficionados alike, there is nowhere else in Seattle to view such exceptional timepieces as those on display at Fox’s Gem Shop during this three-day event. Many additional pieces have been flown in expressly for this special occasion, other timepieces, straps and winders will also be available throughout the month of October with once a year special pricing. Featured brands at the 18^th Annual Watch Event include Chronoswiss, Bedat & Co, IWC, Bell & Ross, Mühle Glashütte, Panerai, Nomos, Ulysse Nardin, Maurice Lacroix and Hermès. The event is free and validated parking is available at Rainier Square garage.

For more information about jewelry, watches, or custom design, call (206) 623-2528 or visit Fox’s Gem Shop online.

Join Patterson Cellars at Warehouse Wineries Annual Crush Festival on October 22

Join Patterson Cellars and other wineries on Saturday, October 22 from noon to 5 p.m. as they go about crush 2011. Check out different grape varieties, fermentation techniques, chat with the winemakers as they tell you how it all happens.

Also in attendance will be some street food vendors to help curb your appetite!

For more information visit Patterson Cellars online.

Waterways Cruises Offers Early Booking Special 15% Off Holiday Parade of Lights Cruises Tickets

Board a Waterways yacht and join a Seattle holiday tradition – the annual Holiday Parade of Lights Cruises. Holiday décor, a champagne toast and a buffet of scrumptious holiday favorites are included in a festive evening on the water, surrounded by spectacular lights and the joyful singing of carolers. Cruises depart on select November and December dates from a number of convenient locations: Waterways Cruises HomePort, Southport Pier in Renton, and Shilshole Marina in Ballard.

Holiday Parade of Lights Premium Dining Cruises feature expansive, multi-course buffet selections and live music and are priced at $69/General, $63Senior or Military, $35/Children (5-12), and no charge for children 4 and under.

Holiday Parade of Lights Festive Dining Cruises offer delicious traditional buffet selections and are priced at $49/General, $45/Senior or Military, $25/Children (5-12), and no charge for children 4 and under.

*Use promo code HOLIDAY when booking your tickets. Promotion expires Oct. 15, 2011.

For more information visit Waterways Cruises online.

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

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. 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.

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

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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Huffington Post Writes About Down Under Answers’ Vacation Package to Fiji with Jason and Molly Mesnick. $2999 for 10 day trip!

 

Want to hang out with the former "Bachelor" and his wife in Fiji? Well you can -- it's just $2,999 for a 10-day package.

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DUA Travel offers Dream Vacation to Fiji with Reality Stars, Jason and Molly Mesnick of “The Bachelor”

Enter the “Fiji Me For Free” Sweepstakes for a Chance to

Win a Romantic Fiji Vacation for Two Valued at $6,500

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(July 26, 2011)— Down Under Answers (DUA Travel) is offering fans and followers of the hit ABC reality show, “The Bachelorette” & “The Bachelor”, an opportunity to experience Fiji for themselves, in the company of Jason Mesnick, a suitor on Season 4 of “The Bachelorette” who ultimately became “The Bachelor” on Season 13, and his wife, the former Molly Malaney.

Priced at $2,999, this 10-day vacation package departs from Los Angeles to Fiji November 5, 2011, and includes:

· Round-trip airfare on Air Pacific from Los Angeles to Nadi and from Nadi to Savusavu

· Keepsake pottery lei on arrival

· Round-trip airport/hotel transfers throughout

· Four nights in an ocean-view “bure” at the Koro Sun Resort, including all meals, plus:

- For the ladies, a forget-all-your-cares, one-hour massage at the Rainforest Spa

- For the gentlemen, a full round of golf

- Full-day waterfall expedition

- Half-day river kayak tour

· Four nights at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, including:

- Full buffet breakfast daily

- For the ladies, a 30-minute spa experience

- For the gentlemen, a 9-hole round of golf or dive experience

- Full-day Seaspray Sailing experience

- Half-day Nadi Faces & Places Tour

Price is per person for a twin share and space is limited. For more information visit www.duatravel.com/bachelorfiji.

For those unable to make the November trip, DUA Travel is offering a similar package without Jason and Molly, yet still covering the gorgeous area of the world showcased in the final episodes of “The Bachelorette.” The package is priced from $3,449, per person with departures available from August 1, 2011 – March 31, 2012. Seasonal surcharges apply. For details visit www.duatravel.com/bachelorfiji.

Finally, Down Under Answers is launching their “Fiji Me For Free” sweepstakes to win a once-in-a-lifetime vacation to Fiji. On September 2, one lucky winner will be selected to receive an unforgettable travel package for two to Fiji. Valued at over $6,500, the vacation includes airfare, accommodation and transfers. For details visit www.duatravel.com/fijime.

To enter “Fiji Me For Free”

• Go http://www.facebook.com/downunderanswers and click on the “LIKE“ button.
• Then go to http://www.twitter.com/DownUnderAnswer and “Follow” @DownUnderAnswer.
• Visit http://www.facebook.com/downunderanswers and watch Jason’s daily videos—which contain questions about “The Bachelorette,” Fiji or both—then click the Sweepstakes button to answer.

New questions will be added every two days, so check back daily for more chances to win.  Every correct answer gives you an entry into the contest, up to a maximum of seven entries per person.

Each correct answer earns one entry into the sweepstakes. The sweepstakes prize can be redeemed for travel September 8, 2011 – December 5, 2011 or January 16, 2012 – March 31, 2012. Blackout dates and age restrictions apply. For a full list of terms visit http://www.duatravel.com/fijime. Contest ends August 31, 2011.

About Down Under Answers

Founded in 1992, Seattle-based Down Under Answers is repeatedly voted Best Travel Wholesaler by Tourism New Zealand and Tourism Australia. The company employs seasoned Destination Specialists to customize tours—ranging from unique, hands-on holidays to more traditional itineraries—for groups of virtually any size. For further information, email info@duatravel.com, or call (800) 889-1464.

Jason Mesnick—who has always been passionate about travel—now tours extensively as an ambassador for Down Under Answers, spreading the word on the outstanding variety of travel opportunities the company creates, as well as helping couples looking for an unforgettable honeymoon or getaway by sharing romance-on-a-budget tips. He writes about his adventures and shares travel tips at www.jasonsjobblog.com.

Follow Down Under Answers Online:

Website: www.duatravel.com

Twitter: @DownUnderAnswer

Facebook: Down Under Answers

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Down Under Answers and Jason Mesnick Host “#AussieLove” Travel Twitter Party and Support Disaster Relief for Queensland

Win a Trip to Australia by Donating $10 to Relief Fund

February 10, 11 a.m. PT/ 2 p.m. ET

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(February 3, 2011)— With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Jason Mesnick and the Australia travel experts from Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com) are asking Twitter users to share their “Aussie Love” and help support Queensland disaster relief efforts from tropical cyclone Yasi and recent extreme flooding.

Participate in the Twitter discussion and show support by going to the Down Under Answer’s website (http://www.duatravel.com/donate) to donate to the Red Cross Relief Fund. Each donation of $10 will count for one entry to win a VIP trip to Australia courtesy of Down Under Answers and V Australia (www.vaustralia.com). Winners will be drawn February 16, 2011.

WHAT: Support disaster relief efforts in Queensland by participating in a Twitter discussion about Australian experiences and travel tips using the hashtag #AussieLove.

WHO: Jason Mesnick, Down Under Answers travel expert and former ABC TV’s “Bachelor,” will host the discussion along with Australia tourism boards and airlines.

WHEN: Thursday, February 10 at 11 a.m. PT/ 2 p.m. ET

WHERE: Twitter – www.twitter.com/downunderanswer #AussieLove

Additionally, the first 20 people that tweet a fact about Australia using the #AussieLove hashtag during the discussion will win an “Aussie Love” T-shirt. Anyone who joins in the #AussieLove discussion will receive a discount code to put towards booking their next Australia vacation with Down Under Answers.

Watch Jason Mesnick tour through some of Australia’s most popular destinations and share his love for Australia: (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ys69oHN0mDU)

Founded in 1992, Seattle-based Down Under Answers (DUA) 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 Australia and Tourism New Zealand specialists, the company employs seasoned staff members to customize tours—ranging from unique, hands-on holidays to more traditional itineraries—for independent travelers through to groups of virtually any size. New for 2010 is the launch of Africa Answers, visit online at http://www.africaanswers.com/.  For further information, email info@duatravel.com, or call (866) 431-6508.

Follow Down Under Answers Online:

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Twitter: @DownUnderAnswer

Facebook: Down Under Answers

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Down Under Answers’ Jason Mesnick Shares Video About

The Bachelor meets the Tasmanian Devil

Tasmania and Tasmanian Devil

Top Reasons to Visit Tasmania, According to “Tassie”: ‘Freshest Air in the World, Beautiful Scenery…and Me.’

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(November 17, 2010)—Award-winning travel wholesaler Down Under Answers (www.duatravel.com), widely known for their Australia vacation packages, is spotlighting Tasmania vacations with the help of Jason Mesnick, their intrepid travel ambassador.

As star of The Bachelor, Jason knows about traveling to exotic locations and being in front of the cameras: Although well-versed in Australia, he, like most, knew very little about Tasmania until recently. Accompanied by a videographer and—who else?—“Tassie,” Jason hit the streets to share the news about Australia’s smallest state. To see his hilarious video, click here.

“I was most surprised to learn that real Tasmanian Devils are called ‘devils’ for a reason; they’re unpredictable and can fly into a rage in an instant. Watch the deleted scenes in the video—I get attacked!” says Jason.

An iconic symbol of the island, the Tasmanian Devil is an elusive, carnivorous marsupial native only to Tasmania. The Devils, an endangered species, are a major draw for tourists, so DUA is doing its part to broaden interest by offering a range of unforgettable Tasmania vacation packages.

Now’s the perfect time to visit one of the best-kept secrets on earth. Thanks to ‘Roaring Forty’ winds, Tasmania has measurably the cleanest air on earth. Furthermore, with more than 40% of the island protected as a World Heritage Area or National Reserve, Tasmania is dedicated to preserving its natural beauty for generations to come.

Visitors can experience Tasmania in a variety of ways, from walking tours to vacation packages that combine visits to both Australia and Tasmania:

• Eco-conscious travelers will love the nature-based 3 Day West Coast Adventure (2-night land only, from $530 per person/double occupancy.)

• Adventure to Sydney, Hobart & Cairns (12-night air and land, from $2,499 per person/double occupancy. Includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles to Sydney, Hobart and Cairns).

For a complete, detailed list of all packages, visit (www.duatravel.com/tasmaniawalks).

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. Voted Best Travel Wholesaler by Tourism New Zealand and Tourism Australia specialists, the company employs seasoned staff members to customize tours—ranging from unique, hands-on holidays to more traditional itineraries—for groups of any size. For further information email or call (800) 889-1464.

Follow Down Under Answers online:

http://duatravel.com/tasmaniawalks

http://twitter.com/downunderanswer

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

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

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

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Down Under Answers Launches Africa Answers

Award-Winning Travel Experts Introduces New Division With Africa Vacation Packages Starting At Under $2,300

BELLEVUE, Wash.—(November 10, 2010)— Down Under Answers, one of the most respected specialists in travel to Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, has launched a new division: Africa Answers (http://www.africaanswers.com).

Specializing in vacations to South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Mauritius, Seychelles, Egypt and Dubai, Africa Answers will offer unprecedented savings and the same level of expertise and customized vacation packages that Down Under Answers is famous for.

To launch the new division, Africa Answers is offering the trip of a lifetime, a not-to-be-missed deal to Africa that includes three free bonus nights’ accommodation!

• Explore the wonders of South Africa in Style (7-night land only*, from $3,575 per person/double occupancy).

Home base for the first four days is Cape Town’s plush Cape Cadogan boutique hotel; highlights include private tours of: the Cape of Good Hope National Park and the southwesternmost point of the continent; panoramic views of Cape Peninsula; the food and wine offerings of the Winelands; and Hermanus, for land-based whale watching from June through November. Move on to three all-inclusive nights at Lion Sands River Lodge in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, and enjoy safari game drives to see the Big Five, hippo tours, wildlife lectures, bush walks and more.

Kirk Demeter founded DUA in 1992 and grew it steadily from boutique adventure operator to one of the leading multiple award-winning travel wholesalers in North America.

“Africa is a place people dream of visiting but postpone because they’re overwhelmed by its legendary exoticness and sheer vastness. We’ve built our business and reputation on making faraway destinations approachable for North American travelers,” says Demeter.

Helming Africa Answers is travel expert and General Manager Natasha Smith. Along with the company’s dedicated team of travel professionals, she will showcase Africa Answers to travel agent partners. Born in South Africa, Smith boasts more than 12 years’ experience selling deluxe, complex Africa vacations to North Americans, and prior to that she worked for many years in South Africa for one of the country’s largest inbound tour operators. Smith is intimately acquainted with not only the regions and people of these destinations, but also the high service expectations of travelers.

“Natasha’s many years of experience ensure that the best hotels, lodges and tours are selected for travelers,” comments Demeter.

Other extraordinary Africa adventure itineraries and Safari vacations to Africa designed by Africa Answers:

• For an unforgettable vacation in Africa, book Great Zimbabwe (11-day, 10-night land only*, from $2,680 per person/double occupancy).

Visit: Masvingo, ‘The Ancient City’; the country’s second-largest city, Bulawayo; the Matopo Hills, for cave paintings and breathtaking vistas at ‘View of the World’; and Hwange National Park, one of Africa’s finest wildlife havens, including herds of protected ‘presidential elephants.’ Also offering sumptuous meals and lodge accommodations, the tour culminates at Victoria Falls, one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.

• Take a walk on the wild side with the Simba Safari (7-day, 6-night land only*, from $2,260 per person/double occupancy).

Rich in multicultural heritage and home to the famous Maasai people, Tanzania also houses some of Africa’s most impressive national parks and game reserves. Highlights include: Serengeti National Park; ‘The Cradle of Mankind,’ Olduvai Gorge; and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Travelers will view wildlife daily and relax in comfortable lodge accommodations in four spectacular locations.

These and many more vacations to Africa are fully detailed at the Africa Answers website. For a complete list of all deals to Africa, plus terms and conditions, go to http://www.africaanswers.com/vacations or http://www.africaanswers.com/current-specials.

To reserve a brochure, visit http://www.africaanswers.com/tools/request-brochure.

*Airfare to and from Africa is not included in quoted tour prices; however, Africa Answers is able to supply the best available rate for a traveler’s dates and departure locations upon request.

Africa Answers employs seasoned travel experts that customize tours for independent travelers—ranging from unique, hands-on holidays to more traditional itineraries—and for groups of virtually any size alike. For further information, email info@africaanswers.com or call (866) 427-2540.

Follow Africa Answers Online:

Website: http://www.AfricaAnswers.com

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AfricaAnswers

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AfricaAnswers

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

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/AfricaAnswers

Blogs: http://www.AfricaAnswers.com/travel-blogs

Jason Mesnick’s Blog: http://www.jasonsjobblog.com

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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.

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/DownUnderAnswers2

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.

The Bachelor’s new love – Queenstown and its tasty burgers

See what Jason Mesnick of Down Under Answers has been up to in Queenstown as he talks about his new upcoming show and how the local eats have captured his heart.

http://www.scene.co.nz/the-bachelors-new-love--queenstown-and-its-tasty-burgers/279856a1.page

Jason Mesnick Now With Down Under Answers!

Take a look at how Jason Mesnick, star of ABC’s The Bachelor, has started a new career with Down Under Answers. Jason talks travel, Australia, and the DUA team as their new business development manager. Be sure to check it out at http://bit.ly/9NVGpy

"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.