Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Juumpiing C
g Crocs (
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) The kids will never forget seeing a 5m saltie propel it-
self out of the Adelaide River to chomp a dead chicken.
Swimming Spots
Liitcchfield Na
al Parrk (
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) Take a dip in a cool, clear tropical pool below a
waterfall - the stuff of fantasy.
Port W
ield Natiional P
a Beacch (
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) Safe swimming an hour south of Adelaide, with a
fish-and-chip kiosk for lunch.
Gle
t Willun
illunga B
Glenelg B
elg Beacch (
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) Adelaide's biggest and busiest beach is on one end of
the city's only tram line: make a day trip of it!
Wave L
e Lagoon (
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) You can't swim in the sea around Darwin (stingers and
crocs), so hit the surf at this waterfront wave pool.
MMatarannka Th
al Spriings (
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) Free thermal swimming holes bubbling
up an hour south of Katherine.
a Thermal Sp
Planning
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You'll find public toilets with family rooms where you can go to feed babies or change
nappies in most shopping centres. As anywhere, children should be accompanied in all
public toilets, including shopping centres.
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Motels and some caravan parks often have playgrounds and swimming pools, and can
supply cots and baby baths. Top-end hotels and some (but not all) midrange hotels often
accommodate children for free, but B&Bs are often child-free zones.
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For babysitting, check under Baby Sitters and Child Care Centres in the local
Yellow
Pages,
or phone the local council for a list. Dial-An-Angel (
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) provides nannies
and babysitters in Adelaide. In Darwin, try
All Taken Care Of
(
0450 341 309;
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Child prices (and family rates) apply for most tours, sight admission fees, and air, bus
and train transport, with some discounts as high as 50% off. However, the definition of
'child' can vary from under 12 to under 18 years old.
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Heat is a problem while travelling in central Australia, especially in summer, with relent-
less desert sun and high humidity in the Top End. Time your visit for winter (which is high
season!), or make sure the kids are enshrouded in big floppy hats, SPF 30+ sunscreen
and sunglasses. Always carry plenty of water and drink it regularly.
