Thanks for clearing up the luggage rules.

Kind regards

Olly

Reading other emails regarding pre-payment or credit card facilities for optional tours: I would support this as a better way of payment rather than carrying cash

Marie

I can tell you that the extra luggage allowance is only applicable on the international flights, for the domestic flights the luggage allowance for the hold-checked cases is 23kg. (For the domestic flights, everyone in the group travels economy)

Re: Handluggage weight - it needs to be reasonable on the domestic flights but for international flights Qantas are strict about weight and size. Officially only 1 piece of handluggage for Economy (although having a couple of bags is usually okay); 2 per person for Prem Econ/Bus/First; all classes = 7kg max per bag:

The following is a posting I made back in April in response to a similar question:

"Can I recommend that you don't take too much with you.

Don't attempt to take enough clothes for the 3 or 4 weeks - just take enough for 7/8 days because every hotel has laundry facilities (self-service washing and tumble drying machines) and you will have time to put the washing on and leave it to dry overnight if you don't want to use the dryers. Plus every room has an iron and ironing board, as well as a kettle. So you can leave these items at home.

Go with a lightly filled case as you'll find lots of souvenirs and gifts to pick up throughout the tour."

With kind regards, Sarah

I did not travel with JY to Australia ..I went 3 years ago and I can recommend going on the Kuranda Train Journey, Sydney Cruise is worth the hour, I also did a hot air balloon ride while I was in Cairns which I would not of missed for the World.

I take it this tour includes AYres Rock??..I went over Ayres Rock and the Olgas on a helicopter flight absolutley amazing well worth trying to do that if you have time. I didn't have time to go on the Harley Davidson bike ride around the base of the rock but maybe another day.

Have a great holiday.

Cindy

I've checked with a colleague and yes, you can earn air miles. Give our holiday advisors a call on 0844 567 8844.

I'm still looking into your question about upgrades so I'll let you know as soon as I hear more.

We will send you up to date details of excursions and prices in the next few weeks but as a guide, here are the prices for a recent departure.

Optional Excursions

In addition to the excursions already included in your holiday price we are pleased to offer the following optional excursions during your stay. These have been carefully planned to give you the opportunity to enjoy further sights and experiences to make your holiday even more memorable. Your Tour Manager will be happy to provide you with any additional information you may require.

Reservations for these excursions will be accepted by your Tour Manager and payment should be made in the appropriate currency. We regret we are unable to accept payment by credit card, unless otherwise stated. Please note these tours will operate subject to minimum numbers and all prices quoted are approximate and subject to change without notice.

Perth

Swan Valley & National Park

A full day excursion to the Swan Valley, Yanchep National Park and Underwater World. Price: £53.00

Fremantle

A half day excursion to Fremantle including a cruise on the Swan River. Price: £32.00

Wave Rock

A full day excursion to Wave Rock, including a visit to Hippo's Yawn and Bates Cave to see the Aboriginal paintings. Price: £97.00

Alice Springs

Western McDonnell Tour

A full day excursion to the Western MacDonnell Range, visiting Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge and Glen Helen. Price: £56.00

Balloon Ride

A Balloon ride over the outback at dawn. Price: £160.00

If you intend to undertake this or any other activity which has an increased level of risk, either as part of the holiday package bought or independently then you are responsible for ensuring that the insurance cover you have is sufficient.

If you have taken insurance through ourselves then please contact us to increase your level of cover.

If you have arranged your insurance through an alternative provider then you must ensure that the cover provided covers this activity and any other activities which you plan to participate in.

Cairns

Daintree

Full day tour into the Daintree World Heritage region which includes morning tea, a river cruise and lunch. Price: £71.00

Kuranda & Skyrail

A full day excursion to the Atherton Tablelands Rail, an area of tropical rainforests. Experience the Sky Rail and take a ride on the Kuranda Tourist Train, regarded as one of the most spectacular rail journeys in the world. Price: £70.00

Sydney

Jamieson Valley & Wildlife Park

A drive through the Blue Mountains to the Three Sisters and along the Jamieson Valley (Australia's Grand Canyon). A visit to the Featherdale Wildlife Park where you can pet the tame Koalas is also included. Price: £61.00

Sydney Harbour Cruise

A 1 hour Sydney Harbour highlight cruise. Price: £15.00

Melbourne

Philip Island Penguins

An afternoon and evening excursion to Philip Island, crossing the Narrows Bridge to see the largest colony of fairy penguins in existence and to watch the Penguin Parade. Price: £57.00

Sovereign Hill

A visit to Sovereign Hill, an authentic reproduction of an 1850s mining town, and Ballarat, the original site where gold was discovered at the beginning of the last century. Price: £70.00

When booking any excursions/additional activities, a receipt should be issued by your Tour Manager. As arrangements have to be made in advance, it is only possible to refund money in cases of genuine illness.

Kind regards

Olly, your editor

I am upgrading to economy plus and therefore have additinal luggage allowance. is this carried over to the internal flights

Can i aquire milage points for my air travel

Is there a list of optional trips and prices so i can budget for them