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Accommodation categories

General information:

We generally use a variety of accommodation types; motels (like in America, some with kitchens), European-style hotels, B & B houses (cosy, similar the ones found in the UK), luxury apartments and also 'cottages'. Depending on the category booked, you may have to prepare your own breakfast. Sometimes the food is supplied by the host, otherwise we provide it on the group tours.
If uncertain what accommodation category is most suiteable for you, we advise you to book the better category in order to avoid any possible disappointment. This is particularly true if you have not travelled in Australia before and do not know what to expect. The australian star-classification system may be quite different to the one where you live.
Please note: The difference between the categories does vary dependig depending on location. Not all of our categories are available in all locations. Some categories may not be offered on curtain tours.

Executive category

This category is for people who like comfort as well as a bit of added luxury. You will be staying in the best possible accommodation available in the given area. We would like to point out, however, that in many locations this very high standard is not available and will than be substituted with 'comfort category' (see below).

Comfort category

Designed for guests who like comfort but don't necessarily need the added luxury. We have selected 'feel-good' places for you, many with a 4-star rating. They usually do not offer not 'pure luxury' but all have some kind of special flair. All the rooms have a shower/toilet apart from one or two possible exceptions.
This style of accommodation isn't available on every location and in very rare cases has to be substituted with our "Economy" category.

Economy category

This is ideal for guests who do not require high standard accommodation.. Many of the properties have a 3-star standard and are frequently used by locals. The facilities are often relatively simple, and not necessarily modern, but clean and have a certain charm.
Altogether very good value for money. In rare cases we use multi-bedrooms-units, meaning you may need to share the bathroom facilities with other tour participants.

Budget category

For guests who dont mind basic rooms but insist on a room for themselfs. This is quite basic accommodation with sometimes just hostel standard, not always cleaned to perfection, but you always have your own room with fresh linen and towels supplied. Usually shared facilities.

Hostel category

This is for guests whose priority is just a bed and who don't mind sharing a room with others. Your stay will mostly in a hostel in a dormitory (meaning a room shared with other guests). In some properties only mixed dorms are available. Where no hostel is available, you will stay in a modest country hotel or similar. You will always be sharing facilities. You can not always expect very clean rooms. If you are travelling with a partner and want a private room at all times, you should look at our Budget category.
Towels and bed linen are not supplied everywhere so you will need to bring your own. Mostly you will have to provide and prepare your own breakfast.