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10 Best Romantic Aussie Experiences

Australia, the word alone conjures up images of romance, adventure and paradise.

With buzzing cities, long sandy beaches, turquoise blue oceans, luxurious hotels and natural wonders that capture the imagination, there's something special about an Australian honeymoon. These are just some of the experiences to be had:

CROWN SPA, MELBOURNE
In Melbourne's dazzling Crown Towers Hotel, enjoy a spa treatment for two. For approximately three hours be treated like a king and queen with a 'his and her' honeymoon spa therapy session. This includes massage, spa therapy, private jacuzzi and steam, hydrotherapy bath and spa breakfast, all in your own private deluxe suite.

HAYMAN ISLAND, QUEENSLAND
Hayman is Australia's most glamorous five star resort, on its own island in the Whitsundays. Relax with a cocktail by the enormous pool, stroll along manicured gardens and pristine beaches, indulge in some of Australia's finest cuisine or be spoiled with pampering spa therapies.

LEMONTHYME LODGE, TASMANIA
Experience the romance of an open fire and log cabin after exploring the Tasmanian wilderness. Lemonthyme Lodge is nestled amongst pristine temperate rainforest near Cradle Mountain/Lake St Clair National Park offering a true escape in the Australian bush.

BRIDGECLIMB, SYDNEY
Steal a kiss with your honey on top of one of Sydney's most famous landmarks. Climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge with Bridgeclimb and experience spectacular views across the harbour city.

ULURU SUNSET, NORTHERN TERRITORY
Pack yourself a gourmet hamper and watch the sun set over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Witness the spectacle as the sun goes down turning the Rock a myriad of reds, oranges and browns. The nearby Sails in the Desert Hotel offers exquisite five star accommodation.

DAINTREE ECOLODGE & SPA, QUEENSLAND
Become one with nature at Australia's top rated rainforest resort. There is a sense of exotic remoteness - stay in one of the 15 upmarket villas set amongst the lush greenery of the world's oldest living rainforest. The associated spa is world renown. Take time out to enjoy a spa therapy using the indigenous Li'tya product range.

HIGH TEA AT THE WINDSOR, MELBOURNE
Afternoon tea at the Windsor has been a Melbourne ritual since 1883. In the hotel's exquisite signature restaurant, 111 Spring Street, enjoy a wicked variety of finger sandwiches, French pastries, sweet and savory scones, jam and cream all on an elegant three tier silver stand, from $US15 per person.

SYDNEY HARBOUR SEA PLANES GOURMET PICNIC
Enjoy a gourmet picnic on a deserted beach. Sydney Harbour Seaplanes will whisk you on a scenic flight over Sydney to your secluded lunch destination on the Hawkesbury River, returning to collect you in three hours.

WINEGLASS BAY, TASMANIA
Experience the beauty of Wineglass Bay in Tasmania's Freycinet National Park. Take the path that meanders over the Hazards, a jagged range of pink and grey granite peaks. From the top the bay appears - a perfect crescent shaped beach with white sand, turquoise blue water and green bushland. Spend the day on the beach, camp overnight or stay at nearby Freycinet Wilderness Lodge.

BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Head to South Australia's premier wine growing region for indulgence in the finer things in life. Overnight in historic bed and breakfasts and visit up to 50 wineries and cellar doors to taste and purchase Australian wines and dine on the best produce from the area by award winning chefs.

 

 

 

 

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