Post ATE 2013 Famil Program Legendary Youth Working Holiday Trail 1-6 May 2013 Eastern Hemisphere

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1 Post ATE 2013 Famil Program Legendary Youth Working Holiday Trail 1-6 May 2013 Eastern Hemisphere *Please note itineraries are subject to change* *All accommodation and activities will be confirmed prior to your departure* The North Coast Destination Network is a newly formed Regional Tourism Network supported by Destination NSW, and 15 local tourism authorities between Port Stephens and Tweed Heads in the Queensland border. The North Coast Network develops and promotes visitor experiences for the North Coast of NSW. One of those experiences is the Legendary Pacific Coast, Australia s classic Australian roadtrip, a legendary experience enjoyed by millions of travellers the world over. Over the past two years the Legendary Pacific Coast has been re-branded, seen major upgrades to the Pacific Highway, installed new signage and un-earthed a treasure trove of legendary experiences waiting to be discovered on this great Australian Journey. To welcome ATE buyer delegates to the Australian Tourism Exchange in Sydney in April 2013, we have created a series of themed self-drive itineraries covering the coastal and hinterland towns and destinations located in the New South Wales regions of Central Coast, Hunter, Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers. We invite you to experience the Legendary Pacific Coast and See Where It Takes you

2 The Legendary Pacific Coast Working Holidays Trail Working Holiday opportunities abound on The Legendary Pacific Coast. The stunning array of National Parks, spectacular coastline, idyllic towns on the beach and in the hinterland provide the perfect backdrop to enjoy the fruits of your labour on a working holiday. Agriculture, winemaking, fruit-picking, tourism and hospitality are just some of the industries you can find work to help fund your holiday in Australia. This itinerary is being offered in partnership with YHA Australia, and is designed to show working holiday makers how they can structure a working holiday along The Legendary Pacific Coast. (Please note appropriate visas must be held to work legally in Australia). Your Legendary Pacific Coast contact is: Russell Mills, International Marketing Specialist PO Box 504 Bangalow NSW 2479 T: M: + 61 (0) E: rfm@northernriverstourism.com.au W: Page 2

3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION We recommend you pack: A rain jacket A warm sweater/jacket for nights Water bottle Comfortable walking shoes Camera Sunglasses & Hat Sunscreen Umbrella Spending money Australian Smoking Laws: Federal law bans smoking in all Australian Commonwealth government buildings, public transport, airports and international and domestic flights. Further bans are in place but are governed by individual states. Most Australian states and territories have banned smoking in enclosed public places, particularly workplaces and restaurants. Australian Voltage: Australia uses voltage with a three flat pin. Battery chargers for digital cameras, laptops and other electrical equipment will display the input range and as long as this is within the v range it will work with just a socket converter. If not, it is possible to purchase a transformer that will increase or decrease the Australian voltage as necessary. Dress Code The dress code for the famil is casual during the day and smart casual for evening activities. We recommend bringing a warm jacket for evenings. Currency Although credit cards and ATMs are readily available, it is a good idea to exchange some money for smaller purchases. Climate The warmest months are December to February, with an average maximum temperature of 25ºC. The average minimum temperature from June to August is 9ºC. Warmer clothing and enclosed walking shoes/boots are recommended for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Warm jacket suggested for evenings. This itinerary includes: accommodation, tours, transfers and meals as specified. All other items and expenses of a personal nature, or noted own arrangements or own expense are to be met by the participant. Please note your itinerary arrangements do not include: Items of a personal nature (e.g. Mini bar, videos, beauty salon) Laundry service Telephone, internet access or other communication costs Travel Insurance or Visas Tipping Drinks and alcohol - unless specified otherwise Meals - unless specified as hosted Page 3

4 DAY 1 Wednesday 1 May 2013 (B,L,D) 0900 Depart your Sydney hotel for the Hunter Valley Arrive into the Hunter Valley and visit the Hunter Wine Country Visitor Centre. Hunter Wine Country Visitor Centre 455 Wine Country Drive, Pokolbin NSW 2325 T: E: info@winecountry.com.au W: Lunch to be hosted Today s activity will include visiting Hunter Valley wineries and working vineyards to gain first hand insight into how Working Holiday Makers can get seasonal work in the area Arrive and check-in to the Hunter Valley YHA, your accommodation for tonight. Hunter Valley YHA 100 Wine Country Drive, Nulkaba 2325 T: E: huntervalley@yha.com.au W: Visit the nearest wine-growing region to Sydney - the Hunter Valley. This purpose built YHA hostel is right in the heart of wine country. Hostel has pool, outdoor BBQ area and wood-fired pizza oven and grows its own grapes. Take a backpacker tour of nearby vineyards. Short walk from YHA to the local pub with meals and nightlife Please meet for dinner featuring Hunter Valley Wine and Food. Overnight: Hunter Valley YHA DAY 2 Thursday 2 May 2013 (B,L,D) 0800 Breakfast When you are one of the smallest wine growing areas in the country, there s only one way to stand out, and that s by consistently producing some of the best wines in the world. Taste the difference heritage makes, and visit some of the Hunter Valley s cellar doors many of which offer unique experiences for different kinds of travellers Depart the Hunter Valley for Port Stephens. Today s activity will be a dolphin cruise (there may even be some whales at this time of the year as the whale migration season can begin as early as May following by sand duning Arrive Port Stephens and Dock "C" d'albora Marina to board Moonshadow Cruises Lunch on board Moonshadow Cruises before the Dolphin Cruise Dolphin Cruise with Moonshadow Cruises departs the marina. Page 4

5 Moonshadow Cruises Shop 3, 35 Stockton St, Nelson Bay, NSW 2315 T: E: info@moonshadow.com.au W: Moonshadow Cruises is an award-winning cruise business with three vessels equipped with boom nets, waterslide, hydrophones, underwater video cameras, spacious decks and licensed bars. Daily dolphin watch cruises are available (option for buffet lunch), with whale watching cruises May to November. Twilight dinner cruise and Broughton Island National Park cruises are all on offer After the Dolphin Cruise with Moonshadow Cruises, transfer to your accommodation tonight, Port Stephens YHA Arrive Port Stephens 4WD Tours. Port Stephens 4WD Tours Shop 3, 35 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay, NSW 2315 T: E: nfo@portstephens4wd.com.au W: Port Stephens 4WD Tours have been established for over 10 years and can cater for both individual and group bookings. For today s activity we will pick you up from the lower car park in one of our offroad 4WD vehicles and transport you to the best sandboarding dunes available. Sandboards, instruction and supervision are provided.you can sandboard down the metre high dunes for as long as you like! 1730 Arrive Port Stephens YHA Port Stephens YHA Samurai Beach Bungalows Corner Frost Rd & Robert Connell Close, Anna Bay 2316 P: E: portstephens_samurai@yha.com.au W: Gorgeous beaches, lush bushland, stunning bay and sea views and a great chill-out spot - that's Port Stephens and it's award winning YHA. Escape to this YHA hostel set in rainforest gardens - spot a koala from your balcony! Backpacker accommodation in bungalows nestled in amongst the trees. Chill by the hostel pool. Hostel has wireless internet, BBQ, pool table, bikes, and sandboards Please meet for a BBQ onsite at the Port Stephens YHA Samurai Beach Bungalows After dinner transfer to Strike Super Bowling. Super Strike Bowling Contact: Michael Johnson 270 Sandy Point Road, Salamander Bay, NSW 2317 T: E: Michael@superstrike.net.au W: Return to Port Stephens YHA Samurai Beach Bungalows after bowling. Overnight: Port Stephens YHA Page 5

6 DAY 3 Friday 3 May 2013 (B,L,D) 0830 Please checkout of your accommodation. Transfer from Port Stephens 4WD to Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers Arrive for BBQ Breakfast and site visit at Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers. Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers 2 Koala Place (formerly 33 Eucalyptus Drive), One Mile Beach, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316 T: E: melaleucabackpacker@bigpond.com W: Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers has a range of accommodation styles to suit guests. Camping, Kombi/Van sites, luxury camping (Oct-April only), 6 share dorm rooms and 4-5 share cabins. Our cabins can also be taken as single, double/twin or triples. Amenities building, with hot showers and toilets, is about 5 to 10 paces from the cabins and is connected to our main building by bridge. Our main building houses a double kitchen - with crockery, cutlery, microwaves, stoves, toasters, kettles, etc. There is also a dining/lounge area and bathroom. Surrounding the main building we have a large decked area with a number of free BBQ s and further tables and chairs for outside dining Depart Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers for Murray's Brewery & Port Stephens Winery 1100 Arrive Murray s Brewery for a site inspection, tasting and lunch Murray's Brewery & Port Stephens Winery Contact: Kristin Silva 3443 Nelson Bay Road, Bobs Farm T: E: greatbeer@murraysbrewingco.com.au W: The regions only working brewery, winery and restaurant - all at a single location offering a great party experience. Murray's Brewery is recognised as Australia's most extreme brewer, producing full flavoured beers of world class standard Depart Port Stephens for Coffs Harbour onroute we stop in at the Honeycomb Valley Farm Visit Honeycomb Valley Farm Honeycomb Valley Farm 3736 Wallanbah Road, Nabiac NSW 2312 T: W: Honeycomb Valley Farm is a totally new tourist attraction serving up good food and sound messages on sustainability. Honeycomb Valley Farm is a must-see and the perfect place to stretch your legs, your taste buds and your mind! Browse the unique farm gate shop or pay to enter the farm to marvel at the biggest solar oven in Australia, wander the 5 acre edible garden, meet the farm animals, learn about native Sugarbag bees, and relax on the tasting deck as you indulge in herbal teas, cordials, infused honey, sauces, bush foods & fresh farm produce Continue on to Coffs Harbour. Page 6

7 1845 Arrive Coffs Harbour and the Coffs Harbour YHA Backpackers Resort. Coffs Harbour YHA Backpackers Resort 51 Collingwood Street, Coffs Harbour 2450 T: E: coffsharbour@yha.com.au W: Mid way between Sydney and Brisbane, the purpose-built Coffs Harbour YHA makes a great stopover for backpackers travelling the east coast. This clean, comfortable YHA hostel is located close to the jetty and beach. Choice of multi-share backpacker rooms and ensuite twin/double room accommodation. Spacious dining and common rooms, TV, internet, BBQ, pool area. Hostel surfboards, body boards and bikes available. YHA member discounts for local tours and backpacker activities at hostel tour desk Dinner at a local restaurant in Coffs Harbour. Overnight: Coffs Harbour YHA Backpacker Resort DAY 4 Saturday 4 May 2013 (B,L,D) 0745 Please checkout of your accommodation. Depart Coffs Harbour YHA On our way to breakfast we meet the Operators from Liquid Assets Adventure Tours. Liquid Assets Adventure Tours Contact: Bob Palmer and Suzanne Button The Jetty Shop, 38 Marina Drive, Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450 T: / M: E: info@surfrafting.com W: Liquid Assets Adventure Company offers tours in sea kayaking, surf rafting, white water rafting, surf lessons and platypus tours. Activities are all water based. The ocean activities are located in the Solitary Islands Marine Park, the white water rafting in the Nymboi-Binderay National Park and the kayaking in The Bongil Bongil National Park. Reconnect with nature... naturally Continue on to breakfast at Café Aqua Breakfast at local café, Café Aqua. Cafe Aqua 57 Ocean Parade Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 T: W: Cafe Aqua is a landmark local cafe and the home away from home for many locals and visitors to the Coffs coast. Owners Ant & Marcus have created a relaxed environment and filled it with busy chatter, sumptuous smells from kitchen and exceptional food and hospitality. Deserving of every recommendation at Aqua we never disappoint. Page 7

8 Today s activities will include a visit to the Big Banana, as well as the banana plantations macadamia and blueberry farms that are part of the harvest trail in this region (which offers year round fruit picking work depending on different crops) Depart Café Aqua for the Big Banana Arrive the Big Banana. Big Banana 351 Pacific Hwy Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 T: E: info@bigbanana.com W: The Big Banana was the first and perhaps one of the best "big things on the east coast. 45 years later it continues to thrive, grow and deliver new product and attractions. It s new Mid North Coast Regional Food Shop open in school holidays offers a great range of local produce and gourmet product. Choc coated bananas continue to be a tried and true favourite along with a new state of the art theatre presentation, World of Bananas on the history and value of bananas Depart Coffs Harbour for Byron Bay via Yamba Arrive at the coastal town of Yamba, famous for the Yamba Prawn which graces the tables of Australia s finest restaurants. Explore the sea life of Angourie Blue Pool or go for a stroll around this beautiful swimming hole which was once an old rock quarry, then became an aquatic haven when it filled with natural spring water. Angourie National Surfing Reserves Angourie was the first gazetted National Surfing Reserve in NSW. Go for a walk, swim or surf on one of these beautiful beaches and see for yourself why Angourie is regarded as the home of soul surfing Arrive for site visit at the Yamba YHA and lunch at the on-site cafe. Yamba YHA - Backpackers Beach Resort 26 Coldstream Street, Yamba 2464 T: (+612) yamba@yha.com.au W: Yamba YHA is a purpose-built backpacker hostel with a mix of multishare and twin/double accommodation. Enjoy the bar/café and pool with great views. The hostel is on the main street, within easy walk of beaches, local pub and shops. It also has a fantastic café on-site featuring food from all over the world Walk through the townships before departing for Byron Bay Depart Yamba for Byron Bay 1730 Arrive Byron Bay and the Cape Byron YHA. Page 8

9 Cape Byron YHA Corner of Byron and Middleton Streets, Byron Bay NSW 2481 T: E: capebyron@yha.com.au W: Purpose-built YHA hostel in the centre of town, just 200m to the beach. Relaxed backpacker atmosphere with common areas surrounding a large heated pool and BBQ area. Free use of hostel bikes and boogie boards. Multi-share backpacker rooms and twin/double room accommodation. Cafe, dive centre and separate TV/reading room. YHA member discounts on backpacker tours and activities at hostel tour desk Transfer for dinner at the Byron Bay Brewery Arrive at Byron Bay Brewery for tour and tasting to be followed by dinner. Byron Bay Brewery 1 Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 P: W: Experience what it takes to make a great beer! At Byron Bay Premium Brewery, you will sit amongst the working brewery while you enjoy your food and drinks. Enjoy an informative tour with our head brewer through state of the art brewery and gain an insight in to what it takes to make Byron Bay Premium beer. Following your tour, settle in to a tasting session where you can taste each of our inhouse brewed varieties as fresh as beer can possibly be - straight from the brewery to your glass! 2100 Transfer back to accommodation or you may like to explore Byron Bay s nightlife at your leisure and own expense. Overnight: Cape Byron YHA DAY 5 Sunday 5 May 2013 (B,L,D) 0715 Breakfast at local café Check out after breakfast. Store luggage at the Cape Byron YHA. Meet at Clarkes Beach to explore Byron s spectacular beauty from the sea with Cape Byron Kayaks Walk from Cape Byron YHA to Cape Byron Kayaks Arrive and meet your Guide from Arrive Cape Byron Kayaks and meet your Kayaking Guides. Cape Byron Kayaks Contact: Alice Livingstone 6 Blackbutt Place Byron Bay NSW 2481 P: E: alice@capebyronkayaks.com W: Page 9

10 Experience all the fun and adventure of our guided tour. Paddle with the dolphins, the turtles and the whales that frequent the enticing waters of Byron Bay. Whether you are a novice or experienced kayaker, your adventure will include paddling our gorgeous Marine Park, the waves, the wilderness and morning or afternoon tea on a beautiful beach. Cape Byron Kayaks is the original kayaking tour in Byron Bay. Our professional guides share a wealth of local knowledge, taking care of all your needs and making your experience a safe and memorable one Kayaking activity concludes. Walk to The Beach Hotel Lunch is bistro style in the Beach Kitchen at Byron s most famous pub, The Beach Hotel. The Beach Hotel 6-10 Bay St, Byron Bay NSW 2481 T: W: The Beach Hotel based in beautiful Byron Bay is a resort and pub all rolled into one. With a relaxed atmosphere, stylish bars, a sunny beer garden, an amazing selection of live entertainment and sea views, you wouldn't want to pass this up on your next holiday. The Beach kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday of the week Transfer to Nimbin Arrive Nimbin Take a break from the everyday and experience Nimbin, a community renowned for its imaginative thinking, stunning scenery and alternative lifestyle. There are many attractions in the main street and beyond, which make a longer visit a worthwhile experience. You can stay in a teepee or on the edge of a rainforest; in B&B style or relaxing in a backpackers - the choice is yours. Either way, you are sure to enjoy a memorable visit. Town Tour of Nimbin with Nimbin Visitor Centre staff. The staff will provide an overview on Nimbin s rich cultural, indigenous and environmental heritage, as well as provide information on seasonal work opportunities in the area Arrive and check in to Nimbin Rox YHA. Site visit on arrival. Nimbin Rox YHA 74 Thorburn Street, Nimbin 2480 T: +61 2) E: nimbinrox@yha.com.au W: Nimbin Rox YHA hostel is an island of tranquility nestled in lush tropical gardens amidst 25 acres of the magical Nimbin Valley. Awesome views of World Heritage parks, misty mountains and abundant native wildlife. Relax by the hostel's tropical pool, chill in the hammock, wander into nearby Nimbin Village. Hostel has a choice of multi-share backpacker rooms, twin/double accommodation and canvas/teepee rooms. Dinner in local café. Overnight: Nimbin Rox YHA Page 10

11 DAY 6 Monday 6 May 2013 (B) 0900 Breakfast at local café Check out and transfer via the scenic Tweed Valley to Gold Coast Airport for onward flights Arrive Gold Coast Airport collect your luggage and proceed to outbound International flight of your own arrangement. Page 11

12 DESTINATION NSW FAMIL PARTICIPATION RELEASE FORM You agree to take part in the Activities set out in the itinerary (annexure A) on the following terms: 1. In this Release, "Activities" includes without limitation: all international and domestic flights; transfers, transport; accommodation; touring; attractions and any other activity which is part of the familiarisation. 2. By accepting the offer of Destination NSW to visit Sydney/New South Wales, you agree to the terms set in this Release. 3. You agree to comply with the directions of the person operating the familiarisation and any other instructions Destination NSW gives you concerning the familiarisation or the Activities. 4. Destination NSW has taken reasonable care in arranging the familiarisation. However, Destination NSW has relied on information provided by facility or services operators and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of that information. 5. Destination NSW may cancel or suspend an Activity or the familiarisation or your involvement in it for any reason at any time. 6. To the extent the law allows, Destination NSW excludes all express and implied warranties, including as to the familiarisation and the content of the Activities or their suitability for any purpose. 7. As part of your participation in this program, you agree to take out and maintain all appropriate insurance including relevant personal travel and medical insurances. 8. You participate in the familiarisation and the Activities at your sole discretion and risk. Destination NSW is not liable for any expense, loss, damage, injury, sickness, death or accident you or any other person suffers or incurs directly or indirectly as a result of the familiarisation or the Activities (including consequential or indirect loss) or otherwise arising out of your participation in the familiarisation and Activities, whether that loss or damage is due to our negligence, default, another tort or for any common law or statutory action. 9. You acknowledge that, in addition to the usual dangers and inherent risks of any activity, this familiarisation has certain additional dangers and risks, which you accept by participating, some of which may include: physical exertion for which you may not be prepared; the increased possibility of accident, injury or death due to the nature of the Activities; and remoteness from normal medical services. 10. I understand that the Activities may be organised and provided by other parties other than Destination NSW and that Destination NSW is not liable for the acts of these other parties. 11. I also understand that there may be risks involved which are not known to me or to Destination NSW and may not be foreseen or reasonably foreseeable by any of us at this time or at the time of the carrying out of the Activities. 12. I assume all of the risks associated with my participation in the Activities and I warrant that I am voluntarily assuming all responsibility for my participation in the Activities, including any loss or damage suffered by me as a result of my participation in the Activities. 13. I warrant that I am physically fit to participate in the Activities, that I do not suffer from any medical condition which participation in the Activities is or is likely to put me at higher risk of injury. If you have a medical condition which may affect participation in the Activities or is likely to put me at higher risk of injury, we recommend not participating. Please advise us of any medical conditions, special dietary requirements and/or allergies. Page 12

13 14. I hereby release and forever discharge and agree to save and hold harmless Destination NSW and their directors, officers, employees, agents, the lessors and lessees or licensors and licensees of any food, drink, property, facilities or equipment consumed and/or used in connection with the Activities and other participants ( the released parties ) from any and all injuries (including personal injury, disability, dismemberment and death) illness, losses, damage, claims, liabilities or expenses, of any kind or nature (whether accruing to me, my heirs or my personal representatives) that are caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the action, negligence, failure to act or condition of the food, drink, property, facilities or equipment of any released party that arise out of or in connection with my participation in the Activities and I agree that Destination NSW may plead this agreement as a complete defence to any claim brought by me, my heirs or successors in contravention of the terms of this agreement. 15. You agree to abide and comply with all relevant laws whilst in Australia. 16. As part of the Activities you may travel by a mode of transport (i.e. car) which is operated by someone else. You agree that Destination NSW is not liable for the acts of the operator. Destination NSW does not warrant that the operator has a particular skill level of operating the mode of transport and you participate in this component of the Activities at your own risk acknowledging that there may be risks involved which are not known to me or to Destination NSW and may not be foreseen or reasonably foreseeable by any of us at this time or at the time of the carrying out of this component of the Activities. 17. You will complete an image/footage release form as outlined in Annexure B. TERMS & CONDITIONS OF FAMILIARISATION The NSW visit is outlined in your itinerary. Please note your itinerary will not include the following items in which such payment remains the liability of you: 1. Items of personal nature (such as room service, mini bar, movie channels, laundry service, beauty treatments, etc.); 2. Telephone, internet, wifi, fax or other communication costs unless specified in the itinerary; 3. Insurance; 4. Meals, drinks and alcohol unless specified in the itinerary. You will receive a final confirmed itinerary within two weeks prior to travel. Your itinerary will be designed with the aim to increase your knowledge of Sydney and/or regional New South Wales. It is compulsory to attend itinerary inclusions. Please contact Destination NSW prior to departing for Australia if you have any concerns regarding the itinerary. You must have a valid passport and necessary visa documentation for entry into Australia. You are not allowed to change the itinerary. Destination NSW reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time. An evaluation and feedback from must be completed within the time-frame requested. This will be provided by Destination NSW after the conclusion of your visit. It is mandatory for you to conduct yourself in a responsible and professional manner throughout your visit. Any medical conditions/allergies/special dietary requirements must be advised. Page 13