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Sherry has always been a great help! This is the 3rd or 4th trip our family has booked through her!
~Joe, Shawnee Mission, KS

Sherry made us feel very special while celebrating our 50th Wedding Anniversary with our family!
~Bob & Sherry, Kansas City, MO

If we do another big vacation we will use Sherry again! She was great!
~Jerry & Janet, Louisburg, KS

Sherry was wonderful. She made great recommendations!
~Kathy, Overland Park, KS

Knowledgeable, fun and took personal interest in our trip!
~Sharyll, Garfield, AK

Is Australia calling your name?

Answer the call with an Australia Vacation Package
customized just for YOU!

Platinum Vacations proudly introduces Sherry…

Aussie Specialist Asta

Australia Vacation Package

Platinum Vacations has BUYING POWER! Corporate clients like Sprint and Cisco Systems turn to Platinum for their travel needs, elevating our volume buying and netting the best prices on absolutely fabulous packages - the best resorts, most-desired flights and all of the perks you'd pay thousands more for if you were shopping on your own.

Low Price Guarantee*, Too!

Our vacations are top-notch and our prices are the best available.  We even offer a Low Price Guarantee* to protect your valuable vacation dollars.  If you book with us, and find the same Vacation Package for less within 24 hours of booking, we’ll pay you the difference!

It's Free! Really.

Platinum Vacations provide complimentary vacation planning services for travelers worldwide. Our Aussie Specialist, Sherry, creates the ultimate Australia Vacation Package—her in-depth knowledge is priceless. You see, she loves the Outback—she's been there more than 20 times so she knows it in and out. And she makes it her mission to make every customer love it, too.

Perfection is the goal and customization is her approach. Sherry builds each Australia Vacation Package around the traveler - their budget, their interests, and their once-in-a-lifetime experience. And all at NO CHARGE!

No matter what the occasion -

  • Vacation
  • Anniversary
  • Honeymoon
  • Destination Wedding

You can trust your Australia Vacation Package to Sherry at Platinum Vacations.

Relax Mate, and kick back Aussie-style. Sherry is taking care of the details and our Low Price Guarantee is your insurance that you'll get all Australia has to offer at the lowest price possible. Now that's perfection!

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Australia Vacation Package - Book with Sherry NOW!

Sherry has traveled the world, but her love is Australia! She knows the best of the Outback and can't wait to introduce you to its wonders. Benefit from her 20+ visits to this welcoming continent; book your Australia Vacation Package with Sherry at the helm.

"At Your Service!"

To plan your Australia Vacation Package, you have unlimited use of a seasoned Australia travel guide - all at no charge. No hidden fees, Low Price Guarantee* and deep discounts all backed by Platinum Vacations.

"On the Look-Out" for Savings

Platinum's buying power provides access to special airfares and discounts. Sherry is savvy at savings and is watching your budget while building an Australia Vacation Package that's unforgettable.

Certified by Tourism Australia

As a Premier Aussie Specialist, Sherry knows the best places to stay, eat, shop, and play. Her inside travel tips are worth their weight in gold and she'll put your mind at ease the moment you chat with her. Expert advice from someone who knows Australia and all free of charge ... now that's value!

It's Personal

Vacations ARE personal. You work hard and when it's time to get away, you want nothing less than perfection. Sherry takes pride in delivering service from your initial contact to your return home from Australia. Share your photos, your stories, and your accolades when you return. Sherry never tires of hearing a good Aussie story and takes your satisfaction very personally.

Your Advocate and Peace of Mind

While on vacation, if something unexpected occurs, Sherry is your advocate for resolution. Just a call away, she will help get your vacation back on track.

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Why Choose Platinum?

Platinum Vacations have 24+ years of travel planning under our belts. That’s a great reason to choose Platinum for your vacation planning, but it’s not the only reason.  Here are other convincing reasons to trust your travel to Platinum Vacations:

Low Price Guarantee* and Deep Discounts, Too!  If you book with us and find the same trip for less within 24 hours of booking, we’ll pay you the difference!   When you travel with Platinum and spend $1,000 or more, you’ll receive a post-travel discount check off an already great price.  Plus, we’ll solicit your input to help us improve our services for everyone!

Platinum Vacations ranks in the top 1% of travel agencies nationwide! Our customers benefit with special airfares and discounts that only we can deliver.

We are the preferred vacation travel vendor for Sprint/Nextel, Hallmark, Cisco Systems and MORE!

Platinum, just like our name implies, employs the best in the industry. Our Certified Travel Specialists are industry leaders with a history of holding prominent positions on leading advisory boards in the travel industry.

Membership in Platinum Rewards is FREE!  And when coupled with our deep discounts off an already great price – up to $150 in savings on every vacation package or cruise you book* - you get the absolute best price on the ultimate vacation package. Read more about Platinum Vacations.

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Thinking of Booking your Australia Vacation Package Yourself?
Think Again.

Sure, you could plan your own Australia Vacation Package ... the Internet has opened the doors to the world and do-it-your-selfers are everywhere. But are you willing to risk your precious vacation to travel pitfalls when an Australia Travel Guide is available to you at no charge?

Ask yourself these questions:

- If I have to cancel my trip, will I get a refund?

- Will we all get to sit together on the plane?

- What do I do if I miss a flight connection?

- Will an all-inclusive resort save me money?

- Can I be sure I'm getting the best price?

- If my room isn't up to my standards, do I have any recourse?

- Pools are important; what if the pool is closed? Can I change resorts?

- How can I be sure my resort is right on the ocean?

- If my hotel is under construction, what then?

- How can I avoid "extra charges" once I'm there?

 

The Answer is Simple

Leave your Australia Vacation Package details to a Premier Aussie Specialist. Platinum has long-standing relationships with airlines, hotels, tour operators and travel service providers that have earned our trust. But more importantly, we've earned the trust of thousands of clients - time and time again because we take care of the planning so they can enjoy their time off.

Your Australia Vacation Package is Just a Call Away ...
Contact Sherry NOW

Available by phone, live chat, or e-mail, contact Sherry to start your customer profile. She'll gather travel dates, names of travelers, identify your special interests, define the purpose of your trip, and get the information she needs to start building your perfect Australia Vacation Package.

It's TLC for Your Vacation ... and You Deserve It!

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Australia Vacation Package—Explore "Down Under" Today!

Australia offers it all - from over 10,000 pristine beaches, tropical rain forests, arid deserts and beautiful mountains to a diverse people, and infinite beauty. No country on earth offers the adventure that waits in Australia.

Your Australia Vacation Package can be all you want … and more! Chat with the locals and let them introduce you to their little piece of the world.

Get in touch with the Aboriginal natives when you play a didgeridoo, toss a boomerang, keep rhythm with clap sticks, visit Uluru (Ayers Rock) and get a spiritual interpretation of its history.

Learn to make bark paintings and dot paintings, see amazing weavings and sculptures, or purchase them all from the native artist.

Ride a camel to breakfast, go on an Aussie cattle drive, or go mining for your own opals at the Coober Pedy mine.

Getting around "down under" is no problem when you ride the rails that span Australia. See the sheep and cattle stations from the club car or your private stateroom. Be lulled to sleep by the hum of the train and wake to a glorious Aussie sun.

Exotic plant life, unusual wildlife and an abundance of culture - if you're looking for a vacation that's off the beaten path but definitely in step with adventure, book your Australia Vacation Package with our Aussie Specialist today.

WARNING: Unless you come for a lifetime, once is never enough! You'll want to see more ... do more ... visit more than once. Enjoy your Aussie time and don't rush it. And if you don't see all that's Australia, plan to return to the Outback. It's waiting for you.

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Australia's Finest!

Alice Springs - the Outback is Calling

For 40+ years, Alice Springs has been the "meeting place" for learning about the Arrente people of the Outback. You can trade for artifacts and crafts. Experience native food and learn the legends of the Aborigines. Visit Uluru/Kata Tjuta National Park, take in Kings Canyon, and ride the MacDonnel Ranges. Enjoy the natural wonders of the Outback ... visit Alice Springs ... just one of many stops to include in your Australia Vacation Package.

Friendly, Unhurried Brisbane

Your Australia Vacation Package may include a stop in Brisbane and the chance for kickin' back Aussie style. Beer gardens invite and the natural friendliness of its people will have you spoiled in no time.

Unfussy foods - fresh, succulent seafood, simple Mediterranean meals, and traditional European dishes are served at colorful waterfront restaurants with tall glasses of wine to please any palate. Visit Brisbane's Chinatown - Chinese, Vietnamese, Malaysian dishes and Turkish restaurants delight visitors with a taste of the orient.

Brisbane's South Bank is the home to artists, writers, and bustling street markets ... with creativity on every corner. The Queensland Art Gallery, Conservatorium and Queensland Museum are notable stops and the gardens and winding streets add to the charm of Brisbane.

Going for glamour? Want to lavish in luxury? Ask our Aussie Specialist about accommodations at Palazzo Versace. Discriminating guests have enjoyed extreme pampering there for years. Or if an escape to the rainforest sounds more your style, join the O'Reilly family at the O'Reilly Rainforest Guest House.

Why not stop at the Australia Zoo - home of Crocodile hunters - for a little "wild life" and action while enjoying your Australia Vacation Package?

Cairns - the Heart of the North

Colorful, relaxed and easy. That's the best way to describe Cairns but the best way to learn about it, is to visit. An international port, Cairns offers the best in duty-free products and has a wealth of accommodations - from international resorts, island escapes, rainforest lodges and family-style accommodations and hostels for backpackers. There are plenty of markets for shopping, and it's a great place to find a hop to the Great Barrier Reef.

Take a sky rail ride to the rainforest or a scenic train ride to visit the township markets that dot the plains. Cairns is a perfect base destination for your Australia Vacation Package - explore all it has to offer!

Accommodations are plentiful and the amenities are alluring. If a tropical spa fits the bill, the Mango Lagoon Resort is the place for you. Prefer a smaller boutique hotel? Stay on the beach at the Sebel Reef House. The Thala Beach lodge is magnificent, and Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge will quench your thirst for luxury in the midst of a rainforest. Or spend a night or two at Fantasea Reefsleep where you dine under the stars, relax on your own private deck and enjoy the natural beauty of the reefs. Your Aussie specialist is the key to selecting the resort of your dreams ... so leave it to the experts and enjoy the benefits of their expertise.

Darwin - the Top End Town

Darwin is a harbor town overlooking the Arafura Sea at the "top end" of Australia. A tropical city, it offers superb waterfront dining, cruising, or diving among the wrecks in the once war-ravaged harbor. Darwin is closer to Asia than it is to Sydney making it home to 50 ethnic groups. The result - awesome foods - from seafood, crocodile, buffalo, camel or emus - anything you desire, and dishes beyond imagination. Coldies are plentiful and if wine is your preference, Darwin delivers the best.

Famous for its nightclubs, casinos, theaters and multi-cultural markets, Darwin is contemporary, relaxed and inviting. Explore Australia from the top down - Darwin has it all ... and then some.

The Gold Coast Beckons

Bask in the warm Australian sun and dig your toes in the silky white sand of 35 beaches that line this breath-taking coastline and delivers year-round surfing, swimming, sailing, boating and windsurfing. Para-sail and take in the view; speed along the coast on a Jet Ski, or toboggan across the beautiful blue expanse, if you dare. This is THE PLACE to play, explore, laze in the sun and have fun!

And when the sun goes down, the nightlife heats up with exotic clubs, countless restaurants and beach barbecues that invite you to taste the good life of the Gold Coast.

Great Barrier Reef - a Natural Wonder

Comprised of 1,000+ islands - some sandy, some rainforest - the Great Barrier Reef is home to the largest array of marine life known to man. The structures that make up the reef are majestic to view and larger than life to explore whether by snorkeling, diving, sailing or relaxing on a private cove with your feet dangling in tropical waters.

You don't have to go it alone, Mate, as several expeditions, dive companies and cruise operators man ideal setting-off points from Townsville to Cairns. So take a water taxi, an airlift, or boat out to the reef and discover marine life luxury like no other.

Melbourne - Always in Style!

High style and high profile describes this city that hosts non-stop film and food festivals, cutting-edge design and architecture, and major art exhibitions and musical extravaganzas. The International Comedy Festival is a favorite sharing an agenda with fashion festivals, racing carnivals and the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. Melbourne loves its sports and excels at hosting world-class events that attract thousands of visitors each year.

The Hotel Lindrum is in the heart of the city and provides a contemporary haven for the sophisticated traveler. For magnificent spa treatments, your Aussie Specialist may suggest the Langham Hotel, or if wining and dining delight you, stay in the heart of the wine country at Chateau Yering.

If you're looking for the good life, look to Melbourne! Fashion, from haute couture to vintage, souvenirs or sparkling chardonnay, chic bars, or soulful jazz clubs, with 3,000+ restaurants and cafes serving 75+ ethnic cuisines, distinctive dining is in delightful abundance in Melbourne.

Perth - the Heart of the Sunset Coast

Sophisticated and scenic, Perth is the home to the majority of people who settle in Western Australia. Its waterways and green parks invite and its sunny climate makes for perfect sunbathing. Visit Cottesloe beach and bask in the sun or enjoy the white sands of Scarborough.

World-class golf courses, wonderful wineries, and the opportunity to swim with dolphins or the largest fish known to man - the whale shark - makes Perth a perfect place to visit.

Sparkling Sydney!

Situated on a breathtaking harbor and flanked by golden beaches and bush lands, Sydney sparkles like a magnificent jewel. Tour boats, ferries, yachts, and water taxis ripple the water by day and at night, colorful lights illuminate the famous Harbor Bridge and the "sails" of the Opera House; a fantastic display in a equally fantastic city.

Eat, drink and be merry is the way in Sydney with an abundance of good restaurants, fresh, fun nightlife, and a boldness that is uplifting. Fashion is the word with shop hopping a selection of boutiques that range from high couture, to funky chic and fashionable surf and beach. If it's new and it's hip, it's Sydney.

You may stay at the Shangri-La if you're looking for nightlife; or step back in time at the luxurious Grace Hotel with its art deco style. If a room with a view is what you seek, the Park Hyatt is a sanctuary of luxury with private balconies and amazing views. Or if you want to be near the city, but not in it, Lilianfels Blue Mountain Resort and Spa may be just what you need. Our Aussie Specialist knows all the best resorts and can match your style with the perfect accommodations.

Tasmania - an Island Down Under

Australia's island state of Tasmania is so different from the mainland, you must fit it into your schedule. It's "real outdoors" with air so clean your lungs will leap and a terrain so diverse you can see it all - rugged mountains, rolling hills, untouched beaches, crystal clear rivers, forests and scrub so thick you have to machete your way through.

When it comes to dining, farmers offer supreme treats with crisp apples, crusty home-baked breads, stiff ales, creamy cheeses and a bevy of berries to sweeten the palate. Oysters, lobsters and smoky Atlantic salmon round out the harvest from the sea and the soil of Tasmania.

You won't forget its beauty, its unique wildlife, its excellent fishing or hiking and the beauty that is Tasmania.

Get Wild on Kangaroo Island!

If you want to take a walk on the wild side, Australia's Kangaroo Island is for you. You'll see koalas, wallabies, goannas, echidnas, possums and platypus as you bicycle along the island coast. See dolphins and seals frolic in the sun and at night, small penguins come out to play with the sea lions.

There are plants and animals on Kangaroo Island no longer found anywhere else in the world. With walking trails, four-wheel drive tours, and fabulous fishing expeditions, Kangaroo Island is an inviting stop.

Visit Flinders Chase National Park, see the Remarkable Rocks sculptured along the sea, and experience a land so natural and full of life you'll want to return again and again.

Uluru - the Center of Australia

Sitting smack dab in the middle of Aussie's Red Centre is the world's biggest monolith, measuring 3.6 kilometers long and two kilometers wide. Uluru, or Ayers Rock, lay at the bottom of the sea 600 million years ago, and belongs to the Aboriginal people. This chunk of sandstone changes color at sunrise and sunset and holds a spiritual grounding for the natives.

Visit this landform on a walking tour, a rented bike, a Harley or see its breath-taking beauty from a light aircraft or helicopter. But you must see it to believe it!

Rather unique? Then you're a candidate to see Ayers Rock from the back of your camel on a camelback tour of the desert. Saddle up and prepare yourself for adventure!

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Make it Memorable ... Make it an Australia Vacation Package!

Wedding Plans?

  • Imagine saying "I do" on Sydney's Bondi Beach at sunset.
  • Or atop a beautiful coral reef in the Great Barrier Reef.
  • For sophisticated romance, share your vows on the veranda of the Versace hotel, located on Queensland's Gold Coast.

The Follow-Up to Perfection—the Honeymoon!

  • What about a honeymoon in the lush tropics of Tasmania?
  • Or a romantic retreat to a cozy bed and breakfast in Yarra Valley.
  • Make it spiritual with a stay in Australia's Red Centre at a luxurious desert resort.

Special Anniversary?

  • There's nothing like celebrating over a fine dinner served on the waterfront in Brisbane.
  • Or sharing dinner aboard a yacht in Sydney's harbor.

When the Moment's Right, Australia's Right

Make special occasions truly special. Do them up right in Australia where the setting is perfect, the people are welcoming, and adventure waits.

Our Australia Travel Guide can make it magical with years of experience, in-depth knowledge of Australia and the connections to make your vacation absolutely perfect! Contact Sherry today.

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