Australia/land tour only

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Expert: Michelle Mangio - 10/2/2007


Question
we have our flight to Australia paid for but we want to see as much as we can in about 10 days  is there a tour group that does not include airfare?

Answer
There are many Land Only Tours available in Australia.  For fully escorted, among the best are AAT Kings.  Another is APT.   You can occasionally book directly with them, or through a wholesaler who utilizes them - such as ATS Tours, Down Under Answers, Newmans Vacations, or Qantas Vacations.

If this is your first trip to Australia, I also highly recommend booking the land only tour through a Travel Agent, especially an Aussie Specialist.  Tourism Australia lists Premier Aussie Experts on their website at www.australia.com.  They will not only find you a land only tour to match what you want, but they will offer advice and tips.  If you are looking for an individual or custom tour, they can also help you put one together.  I would also be happy to assist in planning your tour if you would like.

Hope this helps!

Michelle Mangio
Premier Aussie Specialist
michelle@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

Education/Credentials
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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