Last night I had the opportunity to meet with some wonderful people from Norfolk Island. I know that a lot of people are of the opinion that Norfolk Island is for the seniors only. Well let me tell you, that they are very wrong. Yes, the seniors will enjoy the tranquility of the island and the slow place and the beauty, but, we can enjoy that too, along with a multitude of other things that will test the senses and adventure for people of all ages. This is a world where you can be as laid back (or busy) as you want to be. Where the only fast food is pulled fresh from the soil or sea. Where there are no traffic lights. Where strangers wave as you pass by. Time moves slowly here.
The four pillars that make up Norfolk Island are, Nature, Marine, Lifestyle and Well Being and History and Culture.
For centuries, plants and animals have made this a temperate refuge in the middle of the Pacific. The rainforests are home to the world's tallest tree fern. There are forty unique plant species and over twenty species of birdlife. No snakes, poison spiders, leeches or mosquitoes. You can bike, horse-ride, carriage ride, bird watch, walking trails or visit one of the two close islands that are just a short boat ride away.
Tours and experiences: Behind the Hedges Tour, Breakfast Bushwalks, Edible Garden Tours, Photographic Tours and Classes.
The pristine Pacific is central to Norfolk's life and it encircles the island. Immense schools of fish journey there on currents from its deepest regions. With no commercial fishing, the waters are always teeming. There are sheltered bays for swimming, diving, and boating. Grab some snorkelling gear and take the plunge or take a tour with a sea scooter... the fastest way to get around under the surface. There are several prime surfing spots around the island and beyond the reef, you can hire a board there.
Feel as if your body and mind are being born anew. Do nothing at all, or pack it all in - from yoga to paintball; deep sea diving to mountain climbing. Explore the history and culture, or seek out the unusual wildlife, or hunt for bargains. There are over 30 places to eat on the island, from cafes to restaurants serving amazing beef and sea food. Farmers markets are available on Saturdays, for those in self catering accommodation. Visit the Galleries or have a spa. Read a book under a tall Norfolk Pine. Amble around the shopping precinct for tax free bargains.
More Tours and Experiences: Cliff Top BBQ Breakfast , Local Chocolate making (very delicious Chocolates - I have tried them), Hosted Wine Tastings, Helen Reddy Aquaponics.
Norfolk have a unique people, who are descendants of the legendary Bounty mutineers and their Tahitian wives, who bequeathed their culture, language and approach to life. The time frame of arrivals span from First Inhabitants of the East Polynesians to the European Discovery by Captain Cook, to the Convict era and the Bounty Mutineers
Tours for history and culture: Cemetary Tour, Convict Settlement Tour, Ghost tour and dinner, History in the Making, and much more.
Many events happen though out the year from, Opera in Paradise, Line Dancing Festival, International Triathlon, Country Music Festival, Bounty Day, Tour de Norfolk, Triple Bowls tournament, Quilters getaway, Holistic Living Festival and Jazz in the Pines. Many more events do happen, just ask.How to get there: Flights from Australia: Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne and also from Auckland.
Climate: Subtropical with temps ranging from 19-28 in summer and 12 - 31 in Winter.
Ask your personal Travel Manager about Norfolk Island soon
No comments:
Post a Comment