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Glenworth Valley

Situated in a valley amongst thousands of acres of National Park, lies Australia’s largest horse riding and outdoor adventure centre. Glenworth Valley Horse Riding & Outdoor Adventures operates on 3,000 acres of unspoilt wilderness at Peats Ridge where it has been operating for almost 40 years. We offer adventure experiences, fun and excitement for corporate team building, individuals and family groups.

Glenworth Valley has been renowned for their Horse Riding and agistment, but has seen recent growth with its expansion into adventure activities and now offers Quad Biking, Kayaking and Abseiling.

Glenworth Valley is the largest private land holding on the Central Coast consisting of 3,000 acres of spectacular wilderness, with everything from lush green valleys, ancient rainforest trails through to natural rock pools you can swim in. Glenworth Valley also holds claim to the oldest standing house on the Central Coast, built in 1832 and made out of local sandstone.

Largely due the efforts of Central Coast Tourism and Tourism NSW, Glenworth Valley is famous throughout the world as being the best place to go horse riding in Australia. We have built up a reputation as the most professional and successful horse riding centre in Australia including 200 quality horses, a beautiful riding environment where our customers have the opportunity to go free-range riding on their own or with one of our experienced guides. Horse riding enthusiasts travel from overseas particularly to go horse riding at Glenworth Valley.

Many famous guests have enjoyed horse riding and the other adventure activities on offer at Glenworth Valley over the years, including the likes of Bill Gates and his family during the 2000 Olympics, Nicole Kidman and rapper Kanye West.

 

The Floraide

An annual event, the Floriade 2012, is the next upcoming event that is worthwhile going. So what is the Floriade? The Floraide has a range of activities that a family would enjoy and also entertainment. But the key event for the Floraide is the garden bed design, which is filled with a range of flowers that can be observed. The Floraide only holds during the spring season; this year, the Floraide will be held from Saturday 15 September to Sunday 14 October. The Floriade is located at Canberra, which requires a 3 hour bus rides from Sydney. This event is a great opportunity to escape from the urban lifestyle and capture some fresh air at the Floraide. None the less, if there is some spare time for the Floraide, Canberra is the capital city of Australia. The Parliament House, and National Zoo and Aquarium are also located at Canberra. So there are many activities or sightseeing opportunity at Canberra. The pictures below are taken from last years Floriade. These pictures demonstrates what to expect from the upcoming event.

Whale Rock

It is a special rock that local in North Epping. This walk starts at the end of Boundary Rd in North Epping.This walk starts at the end of Boundary Rd in North Epping.

The end of Boundary Rd

From the end of Boundary Rd the track heads past the gate following the sign, Boundary Rd Fire Trail come to the sandstone feature of Whale Rock.

Scenery along the way

Tree & Rock along the trail

The back of the whale

The front of the whale

The front of the whale from long distance 

This rock formation really does look like a Whale. The walk down from Boundary Rd with  shortest and easiest way to see Whale Rock. The walk follows a management trail with short distance to an intersection where you will find Whale Rock. It is near Macquarie University it is a good suggestion for university students to have a look during their holiday

Port Stephens

 Port Stephens, Australia, is one of the world’s most exciting and beautiful destinations. Located on the southeastern tip of the continent, the Port Stephens peninsula is surrounded by volcanic hills and clear blue ocean waters. The area’s unique location makes it the perfect vacation destination for those interested in aquatic activities, as well as those wishing to see new marine life, experience authentic regional cuisine, or just relax on the shore of the earth’s most beautiful beaches.

 The breathtaking views alone make Port Stephens a paradise in and of itself, but there is much more to this port than just its beaches.

• Tanilba House boasts breathtaking views from one of the oldest historical homes in Australia.
• Dizzyland Event Park, a family oriented amusement park with rides and attractions including stage shows, picnic areas, snack stands, a giant slide and 18 hole putt putt course.
• The Australian Shark and Ray Centre, which showcases a hands on activity where you can feed the sharks or rays while standing in the water

pictures taken from : http://blog.naver.com/matahari80?Redirect=Log&logNo=30123500152

Blue Mountains

Blue Mountains, listed as a world heritage site. A place located in Sydney, that many people may or may not know. A place that a has history, sight seeing, a place to have some healthy exercise - Blue Mountains is the place to go!

Blue Mountains, located far away from the city, but many tours provides transportation that can head to the Blue Mountains. Without tours, help, you can easily head to the Blue Mountains through the trains from Central, at Sydney CBD. One of the distinctive feature of Blue Mountains is the Three Sisters, located at "Echo Point". While looking towards the Three Sisters, you are also able to look towards the endless blue Sydney Sky. Which can be seen from the picture below.

                                                                                             

Moreover, besides the Three Sisters main attraction, you are also able to do some bush walking through the selected path routes, and you are also able to see beautiful waterfall under the cliffs.After the walk downwards, their is an easy scenic railway to head back up, after a long walk. There are different paths to start walking from, either from the scenic railway side or from the echo point, The most common way is to start from the echo point, walk down the cliff and towards the bush walk.The Blue Mountains is a day out for all ages, a healthy and enjoyable exercise while looking through some nice scenery.

picture from: http://www.oztrek.com.au/

This video below, is an example of how the Three Sisters look:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d7HvUA1_g8&hd=1

Mount Penang Gardens

Mt Penang Gardens is the Australian native garden, where you can go wild. It has 12 different garden rooms, pick up some ideas of your home, or help solve your problem park. The best way to enjoy the garden is to take self-guided tours, or a small group of friends together to book a tour. Guided garden tour for the great showing of the best Australian native plants and demonstrate the unique contemporary Chinese landscape architecture. The trip takes about two hours, involving all the senses.Seize the attractive garden design of some of the tips and techniques used in water-saving plants from our garden guide specifically small to bring your cameras, umbrellas, hats, sun screen, insect repellent and water.

Special Offer:  $2.00 entry into the Mt Penange Gardens during winter.  Saveup to $5.50*
Discount voucher is included in the 2012 Official Guide to the Central Coast.  To order your copy of the guide call 02 4343 4444 or email:  info@centralcoasttourism.com.au.

Standard Entry prices:

• Adult $7.50
• Child Rate $3.50
• Concession Rate $5.00
• Children under 5 years admitted free.
• A family pass is $18.00, which is for 2 adults and 3 children.

 Group Rates (10 people or more):

• Adult $6.95
• Child Rate $3.00
• Concession Rate $4.50
• Children under 5 years admitted free.

Telephone: 02 4340 1002
Location: Parklands Rd, Mt Penang Parklands, KARIONG NSW 2250

Opening Hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm daily; CLOSED Christmas Day & Boxing Day

Information from http://www.visitcentralcoast.com.au/activities/land-activities/mt-penang-gardens