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Mardi Gras Spring Fling 2010
Ultimate Experience for Visitors
Feb. 27 - Mar. 7, 2010
Shake off the Northern Hemisphere winter cold and head DownUnder for Spring Fling 2010 in Sydney…for a week with tickets to the hottest Mardi Gras parties, sensational entertainment and pampered service. Not to mention a luxury hotel just steps from Sydney's Opera House and the climbable Harbour Bridge.
Mardi Gras Spring Fling was designed with international gay and lesbian visitors in mind, with local guides providing the twist to this private affair. There is ample time for relaxation and recovery, naturally, but also many escorted activities and free time in which to mix and mingle with locals to get an insider's view of the infamous parade and parties.
Known the world over, Sydney Mardi Gras is celebrating its 32nd year with a dazzling program different from prior years in the timing of the parade and closing party now a week apart.
"Our local tour guides will guarantee that you experience the best of the gayest season in Sydney, plus party and play in style. Come as a single or bring a partner – you’ll have a great time exploring the city, the nightspots and the lifestyle," say Alex and Eric at OnQ Event Management.
OnQ has planned a dozen events during Mardi Gras Week, including participation in 5 official Mardi Gras actiibities...from prime viewing of the parade to prized tickets to the closing party, from a VIP tour to Hunter Valley with gay winemakers to a Sydney Harbour cruise with cocktail making class. A gala Diva Dinner Show will be held at the Sofitel's Ballroom one night, and you'll be on the town other evenings.
Sydney is Australia's largest city and is renowned for its spectacular harbor. The city's vibrant blend of modern skyscrapers, cosmopolitan culture and dazzling natural attractions makes it one of the world's most desirable travel destinations. And the Sofitel fits right in, a blend of heritage features in Australia's first five-star hotel, and looking sleek and stylish after a $10 million renovation.
Your host hotel, Sofitel Sydney, is Rainbow Tourism Accredited and member of IGLTA.
After Dark:
The Spring Fling tour includes forays to nightspots along Oxford Street (traditional parade route) and the currently more lively venues, bars and late night eating spots in Newtown along King Street. Remember Priscilla Queen of the Desert? Partially filmed at The Imperial Hotel which may be reopened by the time of your visit.
#60
On the latest Aussie Top 100 list of things to see and do in OZ, hanging out at Mardi Gras ranks 60th.
The 2010 Parade will take place on 27th February in the heart of Sydney's gay strip along Oxford Street. You can choose to watch it from the street, from a balcony, from the fabulous "Glamstand." (Included in the Spring Fling tour!)
Key information:
February 27 to March 7, 2010
Cost from US$3950 plus air
Contact the Rainbow Tourism Concierge for more details
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