Connoisseur Travel
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Horsham
RH12 2LP
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Australia

There are thousands of great Australian experiences to choose from, from sailing in Sydney Harbour, the warmth of the Australian outback, or diving on the Great Barrier Reef. We offer tailor-made holidays to suit everyone. Untouched beaches stretching for miles and deserts touching the horizon are all within your reach. Or perhaps sail the Whitsundays, cross the continent by car or take a train through the rainforest canopy? There are boutique hotels and backpackers, luxury resorts and self-serviced apartments, rustic country pubs and camping to choose from. You can expect friendly service and the best standards where ever you go
Best time to visit:
Being such a vast country the seasons vary. The Northern Territory the best times to visit are April - November. December - March sees high humidity and their wet season. The central area of the country sees very little rain with the most comfortable time to visit being between March - May. November to February it is very hot. The southern half of the country sees the summer months from December to February and their winter months June - September. Queensland in the north east has a wet season from November to April and a dry season May to September and these are the best months to visit this area.
Queensland
- Bedarra Island
- Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge
- Qualia Great Barrier Reef
- Voyages Lizard island
- Wilson Island
- Hayman Island
- Palazzo Versace
- Hyatt Coolum Ambassador Villas
- Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove
- Peppers Spicers Peak Lodge
- Limes Hotel
- The Elandra Mission Beach
- Thala Beach Lodge
- Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa
- Voyages Wrotham Park Lodge
- Fraser Island
New South Wales
- The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa
- Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort
- Gaia Retreat & Spa
- Park Hyatt Hotel Sydney
- Tonic Hotel Hunter Valley
- Capella Lodge
- Jonah's
- Ravesi's Hotel
- Arajilla Retreat
- BLUE Sydney
- Establishment Hotel
- Burrawang West Station
- Peppers Convent
- The Great Australian Rail Journey
- Quay Grand Suites
- Four Seasons Hotel
- Sebel Pier One
- The Observatory Hotel
Victoria
- The Lyall Hotel and Spa
- Park Hyatt Melbourne
- The Westin Melbourne
- Chateau Yering Historic Hotel
- Oscars Waterfront
- Moonlight Head Private Lodge
- Mantra Deep Blue Warrnambool
- Lake House
- Sebel Heritage Yarra Valley
- Woodman Estate
Tasmania
- Cradle Mountain Lodge
- The Lodge at Tarraleah
- Islington Hotel
- The Henry Jones Art Hotel
- Peppers Calstock
- Freycinet Lodge
S. Australia
- The Louise, Barossa Valley
- Southern Ocean Lodge
- Lifetime Private Retreats
- Punters Corner The Retreat
- Rawnsley Park Station
Western Australia
- Voyages El Questro Homestead
- The Richardson Hotel & Spa
- The Duxton Hotel
- Moondance Lodge
- Sal Salis
- Cape Lodge
- Quay West Resort Bunker Bay
- Cable Beach Club
- Faraway Bay
- Cruising True North
Northern Territory
- Voyages Longitude 131
- Bamurru Plains
- Peppers Seven Spirit Bay
- The Ghan Legendary Train Journey
- Voyages Kings Canyon Resort
Pacific Islands

Best time to visit:
The Pacific islands have a tropical climate with temperatures averaging 25-30oC. The drier months are between May to October with less humidity. The wet season generally is between December to March and you can experience some tropical storms.
Cook Islands
This tropical paradise is the ultimate romantic destination, where time really does stand still. The culture of the Cook Islanders remains as it was years ago, and the people will welcome you with their beautiful big smiles and friendly eyes, eager that you enjoy to the utmost their island paradise.
Enjoy lazing on a dreamy stretch of deserted beach as you sip a daiquiri and take in the breathtaking sunsets. A trip into the beautiful rainforest Raratonga is easily arranged and worth visiting.
Fiji
The Fiji Islands are situated in the heart of the South Pacific Ocean. The warm climate, a good tourism infrastructure and the famous Fijian friendliness, make Fiji one of the world's most popular tropical destinations.
- Vatulele Island Resort
- Royal Davui island Resort
- Likulliku Lagoon
- Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Resort
- Westin Denarau Island Fiji Resort
- Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
- Westin Denarau Island Resort
- Yasawa Island Resort & Spa
- Taveuni Island Resort & Spa
- Tokoriki Island Resort
- Vomo Island Resort
Tahiti
These enchanting islands with the legendary friendliness of the Polynesian people and warm, flower-scented air are the perfect remote island destination with white beaches, crystal clear lagoons and dramatic sunsets. Papeete boasts world-class resorts, spas, fine dining restaurants, nightclubs, vibrant markets, and pearl shops.
One of the most beautiful and romantic islands in the world, Bora Bora will enchant you with it's lush tropical slopes, the valleys blossoming with hibiscus, and the white powdery beaches fringing the shore. Towering twin peaks of black rock rise dramatically from the centre of the island and the welcoming people will charm you with their winning smiles and legendary hospitality.
- Le Taha'a Island Resort & Spa
- Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort
- Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora
- Motu Teta
- Intercontinental Thalassa & Spa
- Bora Bora Lagoon Resort & Spa
New Zealand

This is a land of dramatic mountains and forested valleys, majestic ice floes and glacial lakes, dormant volcanoes and bubbling springs. There are plenty of outdoor activities on offer such as bungee jumping and hot air ballooning, skiing and winter sports on the snow-capped mountains, sailing and swimming, fishing, hunting and hiking. Other popular activities include golf, wine tasting, bird watching and the chance to encounter a variety of marine life such as seals, dolphins and blue whales. There are fourteen national parks in New Zealand, and museums and art galleries are to be found in the major cities of Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington.
Best time to visit:
Generally New Zealand offers a temperate climate with North Island being warmer than South Island. Peak months are December to March. The Spring months of September to November the flowers are coming out and temperatures are around 18-20oC. Their winter months from June to August you can enjoy some great skiing conditions.
- The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs
- Eagles Nest
- Whare Kea Lodge
- The Farm at Kidnappers
- Mollies
- The Westin Auckland Lighter Quay
- The Boatshed
- Corstorphine House
- Otahuna lodge
- The George
- Cavalli Beach House Retreat
- Grasmere Lodge
- Wharekauhau
- Hapuku Lodge and Tree Houses
- Takatu Lodge and Vineyard
- The Spire Hotel
- Azur
- Eichardt's Private Hotel
- Blanket Bay
- Solitaire Lodge
- Treetops Lodge Estate
- Huka Lodge
- The Lodge at Tikana

