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

BELLEVUE, Wash., Oct. 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Down Under Answers (http://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 http://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.  

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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 http://www.duatravel.com or call 800-889-1464.

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