31 August 2007
Spirit of Tasmania is offering travellers an
irresistibly sweet Spring Special that's too good to miss with
discounts up to 40% on mid-week sailings between Melbourne and
Devonport.
The Special will be available to travellers who book before 30
September 2007, for travel between 4 September 2007 to 12 December
2007.
The mid-week Special provides retirees, young couples or
families who want to escape the weekend rush with an affordable and
convenient alternative.
Melindy Green, Director Passenger Sales, Marketing &
Communication, said both Tasmania and Melbourne come alive in the
Spring time and boast so many diverse activities from cultural or
sporting events to culinary delights and of course sightseeing
opportunities to take your breath away.
What's On In
Tasmania
Blooming Tasmania runs from
September 2007 - May 2008 and includes over 200 events that will
showcase some of Australia's most beautiful floral shows and garden
open days.
Attention seafood lovers! Sample some of the world's best
mouth-watering oysters at the Great Tasmanian Oyster Riot
to be held at Barilla Bay between 13 - 14 October 2007.
Or let yourself be entertained by Andrew Lloyd Webber's
internationally acclaimed Cats Musical to be held at
Hobart's Derwent Entertainment Centre between 17-21 October
2007.
What's On In
Melbourne
After 22 weeks of fiery competition,
The AFL Finals Series are a great reason for avid footy
fans to travel to Melbourne this September. The Finals will be
played at various venues from 7-29 September 2007.
And for the ladies who like to frock up in the latest fashion
and frolic with friends on the field - The Spring Racing
Carnival will provide the perfect excuse - for six
weeks! This years racing season will run from 3 October - 22
November 2007 and will showcase an impressive line up of world
champion thoroughbreds.
If international theatre, dance, visual arts, opera or music are
your passion then head over for The Melbourne International
Arts Festival from 11-27 October 2007 and witness some of
Australia's and the world's finest talented artists.
Ms Green said Spirit of Tasmania provides convenience
with daily sailings between Devonport and Melbourne departing each
port at 8.00pm and arriving at 7.00am.
"If you are planning a touring holiday Spirit of Tasmania I
and II offer you the freedom to travel with your car - and as
soon as you drive onboard your relaxing sailing experience will
begin," she said.
"With so many accommodation styles to choose from the ships
cater to passengers of all budgets and provide a range of dining
and entertainment options - including free movies shown on every
crossing."
So why not utilise this great offer and experience all that
Tasmania and Melbourne has on offer this Spring.
Spring into action and call Spirit of Tasmania today on
13 20 10 - then sit back, relax and enjoy the sailing
experience.
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Released by:
Carolyn Neill
Corporate Communications Coordinator
cjn@spiritoftasmania.com.au
