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We thank
our readers for the overwhelming response to the new
feature started in January 2006 this year. We had got
quite a few of our readers answering correctly to the
“TEST YOUR DESTINATION KNOWLEDGE” Quiz on the Skyrail
Rainforest Cableway Contest. |
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Firstly,
we would like to share the correct answers |
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1. In Australia you can experience the Skyrail
Rainforest Cableway in Cairns
2. One of the two mid-stations of the Skyrail rainforest
experience is the Red Peak Terminal
3. A one way journey on the Skyrail including halt at
the two mid-stations would take you about 1 ½ hours
4. You would find a butterfly sanctuary, koala park as
well as a colourful bird aviary in the Rainforest at the
Kuranda Terminal
5. Skyrail is located 15 minutes North of Cairns City |
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Our Three Lucky Winners are |
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1. Mrs. M.K.Hozdar from Dockyard
2. Sakshi Dalvi from Bhandup and
3. Chetan Tharwani, from Lamington Road
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Congratulations! Each one of you win a voucher of Rs
1000 which can be used either for any international
holiday package that you book with COMPACT TRAVELS OR
get a concession for any of the courses offered by IHCTM
or IMFAA of RBCS GROUP. As this was the first contest in
our series, we are giving an inaugural consolation prize
which is a one year free subscription of monthly
magazine OPPORTUNITIES TODAY to the first 25 who have
responded to our answers promptly and correctly. |
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Popular Places....Unusual Attractions BRIDGE CLIMB
Australia |
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When you are doing Australia the “COMPACT
TRAVELS” way you will be dealing with Aussie
Specialists who would know how to best cater
to individual preferences. In this month's
issue of “popular places unusual
attractions” we shall visit New South Wales
Australia. Sydney - sunny and sophisticated,
basks in its worldwide recognition as the
shining star of the Southern Hemisphere. |
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Sydney offers
world-class dining, shopping, museums, events, beaches
(The famous Bondi beach) national parks Sydney is
surrounded on three sides by beautiful national parks
which offer the opportunity for great bush walking and
wildlife spotting. Sydney also sports the most stunning
harbour - Darling harbour a modern waterside venue which
offers a great selection of Marina-side restaurants and
entertainment venues.
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One can
also take excursions from Sydney to The Blue Mountains -
90 minutes west of Sydney lies a spectacular world
heritage listed wilderness area of sheer sandstone
cliffs and canyons, dense eucalyptus forests and
waterfalls. One can enjoy activities such as abseiling, canyoning, bushwalking, rock climbing, clifftop Harley
Davidson rides, golfing or just relax in the fresh
mountain air. The Hunter Valley - 2 hours north of
Sydney is Australia's oldest wine producing
area. Activities in this area are as varied
as hot air ballooning, cycling and golfing. |
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Home to a wide range of native Australian wildlife from
brightly coloured parrots to possums and kangaroos - it
is a haven for horse riders, bush walkers, campus and 4
WD touring. |
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The
unusual yet a must-visit attraction of Sydney is THE
BRIDGE CLIMB. BridgeClimb is a 3½ hour adventure and an
experience that will never be forgotten, on one of the
world's most modern wonders … The Sydney Harbour Bridge.
134 metres above sea level one can climb during the day,
twilight or at night. Sure one can catch an elevator to
the top of a building and see a view… but to experience
climbing to the top is something so completely
different. You will never forget your first BridgeClimb,
and it is an achievement you will always be proud of.
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BridgeClimb is a small-group adventure where you are
escorted by trained Climb Leaders as you make your way
to the summit. The BridgeClimb experience begins with a
comprehensive briefing and safety
demonstration to prepare you for the Climb.
Every climber will need to pass an alcohol
breath test before being allowed to climb.
All climbers are provided with a Bridge suit
, Bridge lamp at night, lockers,
communication equipment, Bridge harness
linked to a static line throughout the
climb. Your climb will start from the pylon
and out onto the catwalk above water. Grasp
the spectacular view as you climb the
eastern arch on your way to the summit. |
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At
this point Climbers not only have a birds eye view of
the beautiful Sydney Harbour and city, but also have the
exhilaration of a truly rewarding experience of reaching
the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. After enjoying
your moment of glory and capturing it in a photograph
with a backdrop of Sydney Opera you start your journey
back along the western arch. The
BridgeClimb has been done by some famous Royals and
Celebrities like Prince Fredrik, Princess Mary of
Denmark, Kylie Minogue, Matt Damon, Hugo Weaving, Sarah
Ferguson, Cathy Freeman. |
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You will
agree, its not wrong to say : “The Sydney Harbour
Bridgeclimb is one of the most popular activities in the
city - and rightfully so!".
( Disclaimer: BridgeClimb is the registered Trade Mark
of Otto Holdings (Aust). Pty. Ltd. For more information
visit
www.bridgeclimb.com. ) |
