b'soul-stirring journeysAyers Rock, AustraliaWhitsundays, AustraliaGeothermal activity near Lake Taupo, New ZealandNEW ZEALANDRelax on Cathedral Cove beachesExperience Geothermal Wondersat Lake TaupoGo dolphin-watching in AkaroaTake a glowworm tour in Waitomo When it comes to off-the-beaten-path experiences, New Zealand shines. Its pure magic atCathedral Cove beaches in the Coromandel Peninsula, only reached via a coastal walk or boat. At Lake Taupo, geothermal wonders include bubbling mud pools, turquoise lakes, andKangaroo Island, Australia geysers. Stroll along geothermal walkways, before you soak in mineral-rich waters of a hot pool to soothe away any stresses. A harbour cruise from Akaroa on a luxurious boat brings you in close contact with lovable Hectors dolphins. Explore a starry wonderland on a boat ride through Waitomos glowworm grottos.AUSTRALIAVisit Kangaroo IslandWaitomo Glowworm Caves, New Zealand Drive on the Great Ocean Road Sail the Whitsundays Watch a sunset over Ayers Rock PHOTOS: TOURISM AUSTRALIA (KANGAROO ISLAND,AYERS ROCK), ISTOCK.COM (GREAT OCEAN ROAD), CORIN WALKER BAIN/TOURISM NEW ZEALAND (GLOW WORM CAVE) Connecting with nature is easy on the vast Australian continent. FromMelbourne take the Great Ocean Road to Port Fairy, stopping along the way for picturesque vistas, wildlife, and the majestic limestone structures of the Twelve Apostles. Close to Adelaide, from Cape Jervis Great Ocean Road, Australia take a ferry to Kangaroo Island to Oceania watch kangaroos, wallabies, goan- Akaroa, New Zealand Cathedral Cove, New Zealandnas, koalas, penguins, and enjoy a range of recreational activities. Plan a fantastic sailing adventure in the Whitsundays in the world-renowned Calling Great Barrier Reef. Pristine beachesTALK TO OUR EXPERT Booking through Matt at Hayes & Jarvis has saved us a world of trouble, multiple flights and excursions for swimming, fishing, snorkelling, bushwalking, kayak-ing, are all easily accessible. And at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park the When you crave unspoiled landscapes, journey to the distant changing colours of Ayers Rock atsunrise and sunset are a sight to and hotels, and hes gone above and beyond to make sure our holiday is sorted out and lands of the South Seas. Pristine beaches, dense rainforests,behold, and well worth the journeyMatt Doidge remains what we dreamed it to be. So very grateful for the regular contact during the geothermal parksthe unforgettable scenery of Oceania willinto the middle of the Australianmatthew.doidge@hayesandjarvis.co.uk uncertain times. I knew my holiday was in good hands, but also that our money was looked 0208 106 2169 after. Very happy with the service and will without a doubt book through them again!hold you spellbound outback. Rosie Lowe, UK56 \x1a HAYES JARVIS TRUE VOYAGES \x1a 57'