Newsletter - January 2011

Newsletter - January 2011

Happy New Year!!

Check out a video of our Beach to Bush Bash and what some of our customers have to say...

To start with let's see what Victoria from Postcards from Millie had to say...

"Speaking to a group of women at a W.I.S.E. function prior to Christmas, I told them that... “Travel helps us to reconnect with the Self. It allows us to distance ourselves from the stresses of everyday life in order to recharge the batteries and get a fresh perspective on life.”... jeepers, did I really say that?? .... better practice what I preach!

But plane travel? Nope... hopping on yet another plane right now has as much appeal as a Shane Warne text (sorry, Shane, just needed to stress a point).

Thankfully, I met Tania Beck from Red Roo Adventures at the W.I.S.E event. Red Roo Adventures offer walking tours that showcase the very best of Sydney’s national parks and beaches, sharing local gems that are off-the-beaten-track and away from the rat race. Loved the name, loved the concept.

“Hmmmm....”, I thought. ”Time to check out my own backyard.” .... and so I did. No sense in letting the grass grow under my feet! I dropped Tania a line before the year was out, and last Saturday, I finally went along to Red Roo’s “Beach to Bush Bash”.

A full day’s walking tour, we started from the town of Bundeena, just 50 minutes from the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, and we trekked through the bushland of the Royal National Park, along the coastline, and Jibbon Beach, viewing ancient engravings on the sandstone rock by the founding Dharawal Aboriginal people. After a visit to Stanwell Park and a delicious picnic lunch, we marveled at the spectacular views as we trekked along the Seacliff Bridge, an amazing balanced cantilever bridge located in the northern Illawarra region of New South Wales, linking the coastal villages of Coalcliff and Clifton. After a day’s trek under a cloudless blue Sydney sky, we ended our journey with a well-earned "cold one" at The Scarborough Hotel.

I do wonder why more Australians don’t check out their own backyard. Is it because traveling within Australia offers poor “brag” value when compared to overseas destinations? Have we become blase about the stunning beauty of our rugged coastline, pristine beaches and pounding surf, ancient land and bush, and clear skies? When budget, or time, doesn’t allow for longer overseas trips during the year, wouldn’t it make sense to travel locally, more frequently?

All I know is that after an amazing day of trekking through bush, secluded beaches, and getting a good dose of fresh air and sunshine, I returned home tired but clear-eyed, recharged, and with a fresh perspective.

* To view the video of our walking tour, "Beach To Bush Bash", Click Here!

Safe Travels,
Victoria"
www.postcardsfrommillie.com

Beach to Bush Bash - another perspective

"We were given our tour as a Christmas present and took the tour on Christmas Eve. We opted for the beach to bush tour.

Our excellent tour guide was Harry. He was very friendly, knowledgeable and flexible about where we went and what we would prefer to see. His knowledge of the area is extensive and interesting. His chatty style made him seem like an old friend. We saw lots of different beaches and vantage points, both well known and off the beaten track.

One of us Sydney born and bred and the other fairly new to the area found masses of interesting snippets and sights to keep us engaged. We stopped at various spots to walk and take photographs, have coffee and later a delicious lunch. Talking of which the cool box full of snacks and drinks was amazing too!

The afternoon was spent walking Jibbon beach, beautiful and empty. We felt like castaways paddling along the shore, with the waves lapping at our feet. Then up the rocks via an easy path, through the bush and the highlight of the afternoon was the 7,500 year old carvings into the rocks beneath our feet. Excellent experience!

If you are looking for something different, personalised, relaxing and exhilarating then get on the comfortable Red Roo Minibus and take one of their tours. We would recommend this outfit to anyone!!"

Carol Austin and Patrick Grimes

Activity level: Easy Distance: 10km

Women's Own Adventure - Sunday January 30

Wondering what you might do this weekend? Want to join a great bunch of women who enjoy exploring the great outdoors.

Come join us and Women's Own Adventure on our Beach to Bush Bash this Sunday January 30. Starting from the town of Bundeena, walk amongst the second oldest National Park. We take you along Jibbon Beach, through the bushland, amongst the rich heritage of the founding Dharawal Aboriginal people. We then head to Stanwell Tops and on to the Seacliff Bridge that hugs the coastline. A wonderful day of walking to cleanse and invigorate your soul.

The day is great value with an all inclusive price of only $129!

Inclusions: Transportation in the Red Roo Van, Lunch, Energy Snacks, Water, Good Company, Small groups with personalised service.

Pick up locations:
8.30am North Sydney Train Station, Blue St, North Sydney
9.00am Central Station, Eddy Ave Bus Terminal
9.30am Novotel, Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands

Return to same locations: approx 4.30-5pm

To book your place, please click here and click Book a Tour select January 30 Beach to Bush Bash: Women Only and complete your booking online.

Alternatively you can call either: Red Roo Adventures on 1300-2-RED-R00 (1300-2-733-766) or Women's Own Adventure on 1300-883-475.

HURRY AS PLACES ARE LIMITED

Activity level: Easy Distance: 10km

Upcoming Tours

Not sure what to buy a friend or family member for a birthday present this year...consider a Red Roo Adventure Gift Voucher.

If you feel like getting out and enjoying the brilliant weather we are now experiencing in Sydney, please join us for a Red Roo Adventure. Call us at 1300-2-RED-ROO (1300-2-733-766) or book online at www.redrooadventures.com.au. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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