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Jacob's Creek Tour Down Under
Jul 16, 2008 by Nasser from adelaide

Overall Rating: 8

• Well organized, gave me motivation.
• Logistically was hard to get to and from the event.

“It gave me the motivation to get fit enough last years to ride the 134km event! Awesome event, however next years event I think will be better as it wont' be such a logistical nightmare getting to and from the event. Last year you had to get to Magnum for a 7am start, then get back to mannum, then get home. Made for a ridiculously long day!”

Southern Ocean Retreats
May 24, 2008 by james from NYC

Overall Rating: 1

• Loved the people.
• Bad hotel.

“We loved Kangaroo Island but the Southern Ocean lodge was just terrible. I couldn't believe that this place was built in such a beautiful location. If you want to pay money to stay in a bad hotel, visit NYC - if you want to experience Australian nature at its best - as one Aussie said grab a swag.”

Allan Green Conservatory
Apr 26, 2008 by Hayden from Perth

Overall Rating: 10

• The tropical plants and climbing the stairs to have a look at them.
• It was closed, I could only look through the window.

“You can't make this in to a cafe. I've never been and it looks great & it's my B'day on the 4 of May. Please have it open by then.”

Southern Ocean Retreats
Nov 12, 2007 by Dea & James from Kansas City

Overall Rating: 10

• The beauty of the area. Astounding.
• That the Ridgetop retreats werent yet finished. They look amazing!

“I absolutely love this place! We heard about it from family who lives in south Australia and insisted that we go down there when we went to Adelaide for a visit. The managers are the most, hospitable people I have ever come across in the accommodation arena. They strove to make our stay as wonderful as they possibly could and their property far exceeded our expectations. We chose Glenburn cottage, as when we were there, the Ridgetop retreats were as yet unfinished, but Glenburn was an absolute delight. The drive into any of the cottages is fabulous. Stunning forests, amazing vistas, you feel as though you have stepped into another world. And this is only an hour or so away from the capital city of south Australia, Adelaide! We woke up each morning and had our breakfast on the deck of the cottage where we could watch the absolute herd of kangaroos that showed up every morning and every evening, just before dusk. The cottage itself was exceptionally well maintained, wonderful decor, so modern and came with everything we could possibly need. It was also very close to many wonderful hiking trails, enough so that any level of hiker could go. We went on one of the easier ones, as we are not usually the outdoorsy type! All in all, we had a lovely time during our stay in south Australia, and particularly on the peninsula. There are so many activities to do up there that you could stay for a year and still not have done everything! When we go back to visit our family again, we will definitely be returning to southern ocean retreats. .”

Brisbane River (The)
Oct 31, 2007 by Katie from Sydney

Overall Rating: 8

• I liked that the boat wasn't too crowded.
• I didn't like that the water wasn't blue.

“I went out on a getaway cruising vessel and it was great. Some of the other boats seemed much run down, but the one we were on was quite luxurious. They gave us a great lunch and we went boom netting while we were on Morton Bay. What a hoot that was? It was nice to Brisbane from the water and going out onto the bay was fabulous.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Cadbury Chocolate Factory
Sep 6, 2007 by john from mannum

Overall Rating: 1

• There was nothing positive!
• It was stupid! It does not give what you are looking for!

“It was silly.”

0 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Tattersalls Hobart Aquatic Centre
Sep 5, 2007 by Holly from Hobart

Overall Rating: 9

• Easy to navigate with children.
• Change rooms a bit cool.

“This pool is a great place to take kids. It has an excellent shallow play area with small freedom waterslide for the young ones and a longer on for the older ones. There is a large lap pool for serious swimmers. Facilities are good although the change rooms can be a bit cool; there is also a change room for disabled or families. My kids also love the ice-cream dots from the cafe afterwards.”

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

North Stradbroke Island
Apr 22, 2007 by Sharon from Christchurch, NZ

Overall Rating: 9

• No high-rises, casinos or crowds, little traffic or shopping. Great beaches, scenery, wildlife & weather.
• We could have done more if we'd had our own transport.

“We loved our few days there relaxing and unwinding. It's great that it hasn't become all 'tourist'. There are some nice cafes and restaurants, otherwise nightlife is strictly day. The pub has lovely views; I hope it doesn't lose its laidback atmosphere in the redevelopment. Wonderful walks and wildlife, friendly locals. Only drawback was buses not running after about 7pm, which made going out for a meal a bit of a problem. For a great day out take a 4 wheel drive tour with bill - his brochure will be in the rack at your hotel/motel. Very unassuming, hugely knowledgeable and speaks from his love of the island, not a script.”

Point Walter Golf Course & Tennis Courts
Apr 8, 2007 by jexondalyfield

Overall Rating: 10

• Made challenging with mounds.
• Nothing.

“Very fun and challenging 6th a beauty with tree in the middle overall 10/10.”

Mount Tamborine
Mar 2, 2007 by Sabrina from Brunei

Overall Rating: 10

• I love the colorful cottages.
• The long drive to reach there.

“The place is beautiful and clean. The people are friendly and nice too. There are nice and cute little cottages that sells souvenirs and local handicrafts. I wish I could stay there longer!”

Mount Tamborine
Mar 2, 2007 by Sabrina from Brunei

Overall Rating: 10

• I love the colorful cottages.
• The long drive to reach there.

“The place is beautiful and clean. The people are friendly and nice too. There are nice and cute little cottages that sells souvenirs and local handicrafts. I wish I could stay there longer!”

Magic Mountain
Oct 16, 2006 by Jason from Adelaide

Overall Rating: 8

• It had great attractions
• It doesn't exist anymore

“It was quite good but you are aware that it was demolished in 2004 to make way for "The Beach House" (a new amusement park).”

4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

Glenelg Football Club (The Tigers)
Sep 23, 2006 by Michael from London

Overall Rating: 10

• having a few beers with the 'Snout's Louts' supporters on the hill.
• No replay screen.

“great atmosphere at the game, good bar and social facilities, worth the trip on a Saturday afternoon, take the scenic tram to Glenelg from the city.”

0 of 2 people found this review helpful.

North Stradbroke Island
Aug 30, 2006 by zena from brisbane

Overall Rating: 9

• This place doesn't believe in traffic or traffic lights lots of bush land.
• Customer service for me was limited didn't see much of it.

“This island is so close to Brisbane yet it does not contain one traffic light and no big construction sights it has few high rises and is a very relaxing quite place with tranquil views isn't for the party goers I don't think definitely for those who just want to relax. ”

Festival Theatre (The)
Jul 8, 2006 by Thomase from Adelaide

Overall Rating: 8

• Seating excellent, ushers courteous and helpful. Production professional.
• Too loud! High notes cause discomfort, low notes distort speakers.

“Having just been to the ASO plays Pink Floyd and Swan Lake on ice both of which I enjoyed very much, I feel I need to point out that the audio for both shows was so loud that it ran into distortion at times and spoiled the experience for me. I do hope they fix the problem either human or hardware before Madam Butterfly.”

0 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Gorge Wildlife Park
Jul 6, 2006 by Sue from Bowering

Overall Rating: 8

• The black panther. The animals free to roam and just being able to roam at our leisure.
• Cost of souvenirs and that they are often made overseas.

“We had Japanese exchange students staying with us. They loved being able to cuddle a koala and also the free range animals. We took a very Australian baroque because we knew they had a free baroques Perhaps they were not so keen to eat the kangaroo sausages once they had seen the real thing hopping around. They also like to shop and bought great souvenirs. A very enjoyable time was had by all.”

1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Telstra Tower
Jun 1, 2006 by Shahn from Brisbane

Overall Rating: 10

• The view.
• No bus access.

“The view is brilliant and the food is possibly the best I've ever tasted. if your traveling to Canberra, you cant miss Telstra Tower. :)”

0 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Middle Park Beach
May 30, 2006 by Fiona Mackenzie from Melbourne

Overall Rating: 10

• Close to the city, stunning landscape, clean beach, great cafes.
• There is only one Middle Park. There should be more!

“Beautiful beach, clean and safe neighborhood, stunning architecture, great cafes. Middle Park is a truly beautiful part of Melbourne, and it's extremely close to the city. Check out the community's website on www.middle-park.com for lots of great pictures.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Great Sights Great Ocean Road Explorer tour
Mar 21, 2006 by Bella from New York City

Overall Rating: 10

• Amazing scenery, so much to see and do.
• Long road, can feel a little car sick.

“We landed in Melbourne and went straight down the GOR. It was the coolest road trip. We stopped in Gee long, a cute town with a nice waterfront, but the best thing was staying at the gorgeous Haymarket Boutique Hotel and eating yummy pizza at Hey Leroy. We stopped at Torque, where we bought heaps of surf clothes and visited little cafes and shops until we got to Lorne. Great vibe in the cafes and street, everyone was chilled and it had a great beach where we spent most of our days, reading books and eating fish 'n' chips. We continued driving to the 12 apostles which was breathtaking, but the further you go, the towns do get quieter, which is fine, but not too many young people and less to do. I did love the Otways though, very lush and green and the Otway Fly was heaps of fun.”

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Somerset Dam
Nov 20, 2005 by janette from sunshine coast

Overall Rating: 10

• Very interested on how they work.
• That I haven't had the chance to have a closer look at how they work.

“I love driving past the dam on my way to toowoomba an back again. I remember when I was a little girl my farther an his mate took my sis an I to play but as I got older I traveled with my ex husband past both Somerset dam an wivenhoe. I love every thing about them an would like to see more an learn more.”

1 of 6 people found this review helpful.

Star City Lyric Theatre
Apr 7, 2005 by Ere S . from Rochester, MN

Overall Rating: 9

• liked the name, MOST of the site
• really bad bathrooms;(

“It was good, mostly-if you like stars and theatres, please come here!

But be warned-bathrooms are not regularly clean-kind of messy. Do I need to explain?

Anyway, it was great-don't let the bathrooms stop you (unless you have an overactive bladder or a picky person)”

1 of 3 people found this review helpful.

Melbourne Aquarium
Mar 9, 2005 by Jackie M . from Lake Geneva, WI

Overall Rating: 10

• it's amazing. the variety of underwater creatures is so unique and stunning. the exhibits are also excellent!
• could be bigger, and the ride at the end could be less bumpy

“This aquarium is so amazing! the exhibits are exciting and unique. not to mention the variety and excellent atmosphere! a must see in the great city of melbourne!”

3 of 5 people found this review helpful.