Tasmania is an island of wild and beautiful landscapes; friendly, welcoming people; a pleasant, temperate climate; wonderful wine and food; a rich history; and a relaxed island lifestyle. It is rated as the best island in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific and the worlds best temperate island.

Our trip took place during the Christmas and New Year's holiday 2005/2006. We started from Launceston to the eastern coasts of Tasmania, Tasman Peninsula and ended in Hobart. The Sydney Hobart yacht race had just finished when ... (more)