RCI EV Issue 8 Spring Summer 2013

weekenders
QUICK GETAWAYS MADE EASY
SPRING / SUMMER 2013
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If you like markets you will love Salamanca.
Image: Rob Burnett
ARTICLE COURTESY OF
TOURISM TASMANIA
Unique perspective Huon Valley. Image: Bluescope Steel
NESTLED AT THE FOOT OF THE MAJESTIC MOUNT WELLINGTON ON
THE BANKS OF THE DERWENT RIVER THIS ECLECTIC HAVEN LAYS
CLAIM TO A RUTHLESS HISTORY, BURGEONING CULTURAL SCENE AND
AWARD-WINNING FOOD AND WINE, ALL ENCOMPASSED IN THE MOST
SEDUCTIVE OF SCENERY.
Begin your Hobart adventure on a Sullivans Cove Walk, located on Hobart’s
waterfront. Take a guided tour to discover the many colourful characters, stories
and events that have helped shape this city’s intriguing past. Or choose to take a
leisurely stroll on your own and explore the many galleries, theatres, cafes, craft
shops, restaurants and Salamanca’s Saturday Market.
Nearby is the booking office for
MONA, Australia’s largest privately
owned museum. Take the fast ferry
from Brooke Street and in no time
you’ll be wandering through three
levels of subterranean art space,
described by the museum’s owner as
a ‘subversive adult Disneyland.’
MONA is a great place to grab some
lunch, with options from fine dining
to sharing a platter on the grass with
your partner and a glass of wine.
Another option is a Tasmanian Air
Adventures flight. Departing from
Hobart’s waterfront, you’ll be able to
see Tasmania’s wilderness like it was
meant to be seen - in all its grandeur.
For those looking for a challenge, the
Hartz Peak Walk won’t disappoint.
Taking 3 to 5 hours return, in fine
weather the summit offers the most
spectacular views of the southwest.
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