TRAVEL BRIEFS
John Crook
Stand by for Saltimbanco
Perth has had its go and now the remaining capitals are preparing for the arrival of Cirque Du Soleil. Billed as one heck of an attraction, the big show features 51 artistes from 20 different countries. Following a highly successful season in South Africa get ready for a kaleidoscopic
celebration. Adelaide is next, May 12 to 22; then Melbourne from May 25; followed by Hobart, Brisbane, Newcastle and Wollongong. For details of play dates, go visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/saltimbanco
Go ski in Korea
Check the ski packages on offer at Yongpyong in Korea. Staying at the Dragon Valley Hotel, pay from $1035 per person, for a seven night stay in a deluxe room, with a six-day ski pass included. Located in the Gangwon Province, this ski experience is just 2.5 hours east of Seoul. Known as Korea's Ski Mecca, the mounting has more than 25kms of groomed slopes, 15 chair lifts, a 3.7km gondola and a terrain Park. All levels of skiing experience are catered for. For all the facts go visit www.skimax.com.au or telephone 1300 136 997.
Local seafood at Bombora
Having stayed at Victor Apartments it's easy to be full of praise for the holiday experience which awaits at Victor Harbor. The Victor experience includes such treasures on the Fleurieu Peninsula as beautiful surf beaches and amazing panoramas, that seafood experience, and the Coorong and Goolwa. There's nothing quite like a holiday at this location,- particularly when one is staying at Victor Apartments. Check to ascertain whether there is an apartment with your name on it! To do that, telephone (08) 8410 8189, or go visit www.victorapartments.com.au
Hop off to the Greek Islands
There's a 10% saving on Greek hopping packages when travelling in May and June, with Tempo Holidays. Some of the world's most favoured beaches await, such as Mykonos and Santorini. They feature in value packages starting from $919 per person twin share. There is so much to enjoy in this part of the world, so go make a start on checking the itineraries and costs by ringing 1300 558 987.
Book before May 22 2011
Cruiseco has extended to May 22, its 20% early bird savings on two return-sailings, from Harwich to the Baltics, and anther from Lisbon through the Med and Adriatic Seas to Dubrovnik, on board the 650-guest exploration ship Discovery, in July, August and September this year. For all the details visit www.cruising.com.au
* Please note conditions may apply to these packages and prices are subject to change and availability.
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