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Congratulations to our 2010 winners!Editor’s Note: The Viator Traveler Awards is an annual awards competition where we let our travelers select the Top 25 Things to Do in each of the major regions we serve.
Each year the awards culminate in the Viator Top 50 Travel Destinations, where we list the top 50 destinations as selected by our users.
Welcome to the 2010 Viator Traveler Awards: Australia & New Zealand edition! It’s time to announce the winners in Australia and New Zealand. We’ve combined input from traveler reviews and photos, data from the more than 20 million travelers who have visited Viator.com so far this year, plus data on what tours and things to do generated the most bookings in 2010.
Keep checking back over the next few weeks as we announce 2010 Viator Traveler Awards in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, USA & North America and the Middle East & Africa. Not to mention our annual list of Top 50 Destinations and Top 10 Travel Photos.
The Viator 2009 Traveler Awards: Honoring the best in Australia & New ZealandWhen it comes to enjoying the great outdoors, Australia and New Zealand are among the world’s premier destinations. So, why not throw on a pair of your favorite hiking boots for the trek of a lifetime? Viator globetrotters tackled the Blue Mountains, climbed through the Waitomo Caves, and hovered in helicopters over the pinnacles of New Zealand. After all that, travelers enjoyed luxurious dinners on antique tram cars and sightseeing through Sydney.
We have now tallied the results of our Top 25 Things to Do in Australia and New Zealand. We present the winners without further ado:
25. Brisbane River Dinner Cruise, Brisbane, Australia
Indulge your taste buds as you glide along the Brisbane River on this elegant cruise. Relax and allow the dazzling city lights to bring romance to your evening.
24. Sydney Harbour Tour by Helicopter, Sydney, Australia
Soar through the skies on an exhilarating helicopter ride with magnificent views over the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Sydney’s gorgeous skyline.
#22 - Great Barrier Reef diving & snorkeling cruise from Cairns23. Milford Sound Mariner Overnight Cruise, Milford, New Zealand
Cruise the full length of this spectacular fjord to the Tasman Sea and explore the waterfalls, rain forest and shoreline of Milford Sound on foot or kayak with your onboard nature guide.
22. Great Barrier Reef Diving and Snorkeling Cruise from Cairns, Cairns, Australia
Immerse yourself in the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef as you snorkel or scuba dive amongst tropical fish and marine life. Then, sit back and enjoy a typical Aussie barbecue lunch.
21. Green Island Day Trip from Cairns, Cairns, Australia
Green Island’s Marine National Park offers lush emerald rain forest, coral reefs and white sandy beaches to admire from a glass bottom boat, semi-submarine, or through snorkel and scuba excursions.
20. Phillip Island Penguin Small Group Eco Tour from Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Get up close to koalas, see chocolates being made, taste local wines and cheeses, then watch the enchanting fairy penguins waddle up the beach at dusk to their burrows in the sand dunes.
#23 - Milford Sound Overnight Cruise in New Zealand19. Kuranda Scenic Railway, Skyrail, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Tour and Cruise, Cairns, Australia
Take the scenic railway around Horseshoe Bend, Stoney Creek and Barron Falls, ride the skyrail over lush rain forest canopy and enjoy helicopter vistas of the Great Barrier Reef before diving in!
18. Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns, Cairns, Australia
Relax and admire the beautiful scenery of the rain forest as you travel over Stoney Creek Bridge into Kuranda, to explore heritage markets or have a wildlife encounter with butterflies and koalas.
17. Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise, Sydney, Australia
Enjoy the 360-degree viewing deck for star gazing and luxurious dining on your evening cruise, through the magnificently lit icons of Sydney Harbour. Departs Circular Quay or King Street Wharf.
16. Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise, Sydney, Australia
Stunnning views of Sydney Harbour on a sunset dinner cruise are unforgettable at any time of year. First class service, champagne, canapés and a fabulous dinner with wine completes the experience.
15. Swan Valley Wine Cruise from Perth, Perth, Australia
Cruise the Swan River tasting complimentary West Australian wines, then sample more premium wines at the lovely Sandalford Estate, along with a three-course lunch at Waters Edge Winery.
14. Gordon River Cruise from Strahan, Tasmania, Australia
Journey deep into a land lost in time, sampling fine Tassie wine as you glide in comfort on the Gordon River, passing through spectacular Hell’s Gate, riverside rain forests and Heritage Area.
13. Sydney Tower 360 Bar and Dining, Sydney, Australia
Dine in style on Modern Australian cuisine with a refined French influence for a unique evening in extravagantly stylish decor with a revolving floor for breathtaking panoramic views of Sydney.
12. Sydney and Bondi Hop-on Hop-off Tour, Sydney, Australia
Jump aboard this open top bus, enjoying the blue skies, sunshine, and great views of Sydney’s beautiful harbour, iconic buildings, ocean and impressive skyscrapers.
#6 - Australia's Great Ocean Road, one of the top excursions from Melbourne11. Phillip Island: Penguins, Koalas and Kangaroos Day Tour from Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Encounter koalas in their natural habitat, see wallabies, kangaroos, and fur seals on the rugged coastline and finally the Penguin Parade across the sand at dusk.
10. Waitomo Caves and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Take a magical boat ride through Waitomo Caves and glowworm grotto. Also visit a sheep farm, thermal reserve, and the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.
9. Yarra Valley Wine and Winery Tour from Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Step through the wine cellar doors of three of Yarra Valley’s famous wineries. And at Domaine Chandon, take a private tour then enjoy sparkling wine and a tasting platter.
8. Blue Mountains Nature and Wildlife Day Tour from Sydney, Sydney, Australia
Enjoy scenic views of the Blue Mountains, visit the Three Sisters at Echo Point, discover Aboriginal Dreamtime legends, stroll on the boardwalk through rain forest and see the unique bush wildlife.
7. Heli Hiking Franz Josef, South Island, New Zealand
Learn about glaciers and revel in panoramic views as you hover over the Franz Josef Glacier. Land high up between the icefalls to explore ice caves and pinnacles on a two-hour guided tour.
6. Great Ocean Road Small Group Eco Tour from Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Experience spectacular views along the Great Ocean Road and the iconic rock formations of Shipwreck Coast including the Twelve Apostles. See koalas in their natural habitat at Kennett River, and stroll along Maits Rest panoramic rainforest walk in the Otway Ranges.
#3 - Sounds of Silence Dinner, Ayers Rock5. Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise, Melbourne, Australia
Watch the city light up on your romantic gourmet dinner cruise along the Yarra River and enjoy a luxurious movable feast.
4. Sydney Sightseeing Pass: See Sydney and Attractions, Sydney, Australia
Exceptional value, with free entry to tours, walks, museums, cruises and wildlife attractions, plus free offers and discounts at restaurants and shops. Covers the Blue Mountains, and a milieu of other top attractions.
3. Sounds of Silence Restaurant, Ayers Rock, Australia
Dine on a gourmet barbecue of Australian delicacies under a million stars in a formal dining setting in the middle of the desert. Sip champagne as the sound of the didgeridoo fills the air and the sun sets slowly over Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and Uluru (Ayers Rock).
2. Sydney Tower Restaurant Buffet, Sydney, Australia
Enjoy bird’s eye views all the way to the Blue Mountains from the highest revolving restaurant in the Southern Hemisphere, as you feast on a world-class buffet of local and international dishes.
1. Colonial Tramcar Restaurant Tour of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
For the 3rd year running, Melbourne’s Colonial Tramcar restaurant has earned the #1 spot on our list! Ride the luxuriously appointed 1948 Colonial Tramcar and combine two essential Melbourne experiences taking a tram ride and eating delicious food, as you pass St Kilda, Prahran and Malvern. (If you’re interested, read about Philippa’s lovely dining experiences on the Melbourne tram restaurant.)
#1 for 2010? Melbourne's Colonial Tramcar Restaurant! Again!That’s Viator’s list of the Top 25 tours and things to do in Australia and New Zealand for 2010. Stay tuned for more lists in the coming days, to help you plan your next trip across the globe.
Let us know what you think, tell us about your own travel experiences, and most important of all - happy travels in 2011!
-The Viator Team
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