Tranquil Tasmania

Ten to one, this is one place that you’ve never dreamt of exploring. But that’s Tasmania for you, unconventional, unceremonious, easy, eccentric, free. Jutting off from the Australian island, Tasmania is generally reputed as the “island of inspiration”, and so it is. So unleash the rash and reckless spirit within you and plan your next holiday at Tasmania.

Being the most mountainous region in Australia has its own benefits, especially since the soothing valleys, smooth rounded peaks and tranquil lakes attract tourists from all over the globe. Coupled with that are the vast temperate rainforests, carefully exhibited at the Southwest National Park and the North-western region of Tarkine. The world famous Cradle Mountain Lake at St. Claire National Park is another major attraction as well. Apart from these natural splendours, the Tasmanian tour also offers a rejuvenating new experience of observing some rare species of flora and fauna, including the Tasmanian Devil, the Tasmanian tree-frog and the Yellow Wattlebird.

The lesser travelled part of Tasmania is home to some of the most captivating scenic beauties of the world. Recently, the Bay of Fires has captured tourist’s attention with its turquoise seas, exotic beaches, and small, homely cottages to stay. The tour to this exquisite earthly paradise includes a four-day walking trip alongwith night-stay at cosy beach camps and lodges. The food is specially prepared by the guide and offers a grand Tasmanian spread of delicious seafood such as Crayfish and salmon and Tasmanian wine to wash it down with. No wonder, the Lonely Planet has marked it as the hottest destination for 2009!

Tourism being a major industry here, the State government sponsors many major annual events in and around the island throughout the year. The road rally of Targa Tasmania welcomes rally drivers from around the world. Don’t miss the Taste of Tasmania, an annual food and drink festival, or the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race that starts on Boxing Day. Feast your eyes on matchless paintings at the biennial ten-day festival of the Tasmanian Living Artist’s Week.

This place indeed has something for everybody– be it a family holiday, a private honeymoon jaunt, or just treating yourself with a lonely getaway, Tasmania is the perfect destination. Rest assured, this island won’t disappoint you. So grab this chance of indulging in some unforgettable moments of pure exaltation and rapture — off to Tasmania!