Australia/Australi at Christmas!

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Expert: Michelle Mangio - 3/25/2007


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Hi there! i know its early yet but i am going to Australia between 10 Dec 2007 and 10 Jan 2008.  We have booked our flights from Scotland to Melbourne but would you advise to book the rest of our internal flights before we go because of the time of year? we would prefer to wait till we get there and book them as we dont know how long we will want to stay in each place for? also we will be in Sydney for New Year, do you think we should book our accommodation and flights in advance?

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I would definitely recommend booking your flights and hotels in advance.  I realize you might not know exactly what you want to do, but that time of year is VERY popular in Australia and, especially in cities like Sydney, not only can the hotels fill up, but the rates for both hotels and flights can get very expensive if you wait till the last minute.

New Year's in Sydney is by and far the most popular time of year to be in the city, and hotels fill up months in advance. I wouldn't wait to book your accommodations.

If you would like assistance in planning, as well as making your reservations, feel free to contact me directly at michelle @ magicalescapes.com - I'm very familiar with Australia and can offer advice and tips on how to make the most of your stay there.

Otherwise, I hope you have a wonderful time!  That's a great time of year to visit, and you will have a blast!

Hope this helps!
Michelle Mangio
Magical Escapes Vacations
www.magicalescapes.com

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I can answer questions regarding the different states in Australia as well as specific cities in each region, including the popular destinations of Sydney, Melbourne, Ayer's Rock, Cairns, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Tasmania/Hobart. I can also answer questions about the North & South Islands of New Zealand, as well as the popular cities and tourist attractions. I can answer questions regarding resorts, unique hotels, diving, snorkeling, romance, best packages, weather, best time of year to visit, where to find the best bargains, luxury vacations, spa treatments, activities and excursions, sailing, yachting, Cruises, hiking, sightseeing, dining, and most other questions. I'm happy to assist you in planning an unforgettable getaway to the Australia & New Zealand, and to answer any questions you might have.

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I am a South Pacific Destination Specialist (DS) through The Travel Institute (which includes Australia & New Zealand), and am a Premier Aussie Specialist with the Australia Tourism Board. I am working on my Certified Kiwi Specialist designation with the New Zealand Tourism Board as well. I have traveled to Australia and have first-hand experience of many cities and regions, and have been planning vacations, romantic getaways, family trips, and honeymoons & destination weddings to this area for many years.

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NACTA (National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents) OSSN (Outside Sales & Support Network) ASTA (American Society of Travel Agents) NEST (Network of Entrepeneurs Selling Travel) The Travel Institute CLIA (Cruise Line Industry Association) Attleboro Chamber of Commerce

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The Wedding Day Sourcebook Magazine The Passporter Online Newsletter

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Premier Aussie Specialist through Australia Tourism Kiwi Specialist through New Zealand Tourism South Pacific Destination Specialist through the Travel Institute Certified Tahiti Tiare Agent through Tahiti Tourisme Fiji Matai Specialist through Fiji Tourism Certified Hawaii Expert through Hawaii Tourism Honeymoons & Destination Weddings Specialist through the Travel Istitute Spas Lifestyle Specialist through the Travel Institute Enrolled in the Travel Institute's CTA (Certified Travel Associate) Program

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Featured Travel Agent in Agent@Home Magazine, March 2006 Edition

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