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Spirit of Tasmania’s Top Ten Flavours of Tassie

19/8/2014

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From now through to November, Spirit of Tasmania is presenting a showcase of Tasmanian gourmet produce on board as part of the Flavours of Tassie program. Producers such as Ashgrove Cheese, 41° South Salmon Farm and Jansz Tasmania are joining the program.

Surrounded by the Southern Ocean and blessed lush landscapes, Tasmania is a hub for gourmet food and beverages production. The cooler climate produces elegant wines and the pristine coastline ensures fresh seafood.

Take a look at some of the flavours that Tassie is famous for - flavours that make Tassie one of the most exciting, innovative, and highly regarding regions of the world when it comes to Tasmania’s range of finest condiments.

In no particular order, here's Spirit of Tasmania’s Top Ten Flavours of Tassie!

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We refund your flight to Tasmania

14/8/2014

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To celebrate the extra seats that Jetstar is flying into Tasmania, Huon Valley Escapes will refund the price of your airfare*:
  • Book minimum 3 nights, at Yooringa Garden Cottage, Huon Bush Retreats or Buttongrass Retreat, during the first week of the new flights (14 - 20 December)
  • You MUST tell us, in the guest comments section of the booking form, at the time of booking that you intend to claim the refund.
Book Your Accommodation
  • Book your flight with Jetstar
Book your flight
  • Check in at your accommodation before 20 December.
  • Give us your Jetstar receipt for your Melbourne to Hobart airfare between 14 and 20 December 2014.
  • We will refund your one way airfare to the same credit card that you used to make the accommodation booking.
* Limit of one airfare refund per booking. Only valid for stays at Yooringa Garden Cottage, Huon Bush Retreats or Buttongrass Retreat commencing between 14 and 20 December 2014. Refund will be the lesser of either your one way flight  Melbourne to Hobart or one night accommodation. You must tell us in the guest comment section of the online booking form, that you intend to claim the refund. Refunds will not be paid unless that is noted in your booking.
News Release
Will Hodgman, Premier
Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events


Jetstar Partnership; the Sky's the Limit. The Liberal Government is committed to building on our competitive strengths, especially tourism.

It is our government's target to attract 1.5 million visitors to the state by 2020, which the industry says would create 8,000 new jobs.

Jetstar's announcement today that it will offer an additional 15,000 seats this summer will bring thousands of extra visitors and continue the growth in the tourism sector, which has seen a record 1.06 million visitors travelling to our state in the 12-months to March.

This means an additional flight between Melbourne and Hobart every day from December 14 to January 28.

This is a huge vote of confidence in our tourism market and its capacity for growth by one of our country's leading airlines.

That's why together with Jetstar we are investing more than $600,000 in a cooperative marketing campaign. The State Government through Tourism Tasmania will contribute $350,000.

The 12-month campaign aims to attract more visitors to Tasmania and will cross all mediums from TV to print, online and radio.

It will focus on the traditionally quieter months in spring 2014 and autumn next year.

I am confident that our commitment together with Jetstar's ability to offer enticing deals and packages will ensure we continue to build on these encouraging figures and one of our state's greatest competitive strengths.

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Mofo 2015 dates announced, (but thats all...)

14/8/2014

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Mona Foma Dates have been announced for 15 - 18 January 2015. In typical Mona style, the announcement graphic is dark and mysterious and the website has no detail. All they are saying is "Our Festival of Music and Art, curated by Brian Ritchie. As the name suggests, there is music and art. But don't be fooled: there is also food and drink."

Hobart and surrounds accommodation books out in January, so book well ahead. We have as selection of accommodation in Hobart from colonial,  self contained to city hotel style.

We can design an entire itinerary, including car hire, activities and accommodation in Hobart plus some pre and post Mofo exploring of the Far South Tasmania. Send us your desired experience style, contact details etc and we will get back to you.
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Lost or Found Possum ?

13/8/2014

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This little possum appeared unexpectedly at Huon Bush Retreats. His habits make us think he was raised by humans and brought here for release.

Instantly tame and looking for cuddles and treats, he needs to learn the ways of finding his own food and his place in the possum hierarchy (right at the bottom).

So small that in the wild he would still be following his mother, and with fluffy fur, not quite ready to totally fend for himself.
For the next few weeks, he will receive privileged treatment, while he learns how to look after himself in the semi-wild habitat here.

Orphans ready for release are welcome at Huon Bush Retreats. If we know they are coming, we can help them settle in with supplementary food and shelter during their transition.
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