Perisher Blue

There is so much more to Australia than beautiful sandy beaches, the vast rugged outback, cuddly Koala bears and the magnificent Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

Did you know that Australia also has fantastic snow skiing and snowboarding? It is not commonly well known, but Australia is home to some excellent ski resorts with quality snow, incredibly diverse terrain and the most unique snow trees in the world.

The super resort of Perisher Blue is nestled in the immense Kosciuszko National Park in southern New South Wales, just two hours drive from Canberra, the nation’s capital.

Boasting 50 lifts and 1245 hectares of terrain to choose from, the resort caters to all standards of skiers, snowboarders and those just wanting to try something different when visiting Australia.

For super groomed runs to deep powder stashes, Perisher Blue has it all.

Not only is Perisher Blue an ideal distraction on a holiday visit, the Japanese Olympic Moguls Team will be training in Perisher Blue in 2005 in preparation for the Turin Winter Games in 2006.

Snow filled Gum Trees, tiny Pygmy Possums, Wombats, Kangaroos as well as a huge array of other interesting flora and fauna can be found in Perisher Blue and the surrounding National Park.

The snow season in Australia is from early June to early October, with a snowfall average close to three metres recorded each year. Perisher Blue has a highest lifted point of 2034 metres, plus an underground railway known as the ‘Skitube’ that takes guests from below the snowline, up through the mountain and into the resort.

In planning a holiday to Australia, why not consider including Perisher Blue to your itinerary and add a unique experience you will never forget.

The resort has all your equipment needs- skis, boards and clothing, as well as fine accommodation, retail shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment. Friendly Japanese speaking ski instructors and staff will assist you during your stay.

In summer 2005-2006 it is planned that building will commence for a new village development that will make Perisher Blue truly a world-class facility.

For information about Perisher Blue, go to their website: www.perisherblue.com.au.