South Australia is located in the southern central part of the country and offers tourists with a passion for wine (and food) the perfect summer destination, with festivals, fine wines and a warm coastal climate.
This state is well known around the world for producing award winning wine, with names such as Barossa, McLaren Vale, and Coonawarra familiar to wine connoisseurs everywhere.
South Australia offers exclusive accommodations located near, or on local vineyards - providing both novices and connoisseurs with the perfect location to indulge their passion.
There is a wide range of lodging options and tariffs available throughout South Australia, with a great selection of both family friendly lodging and selective adult retreats.
It is a good idea to look online for websites that offer a dedicated directory of accommodations and information specific to South Australia.
As you start scanning through listings you will no doubt find information on nearby vineyards and attractions.
Make sure you select a centrally located provider so that you are within easy driving distance to a range of vineyards.
Some providers will be able to drive you to nearby vineyards or book you in with daily tour buses that pick you up from your bed and breakfast, homestay or luxury hotel, and drop you off at the end of the day.
A few accommodation providers in South Australia to consider include: - Barossa Shiraz Estate and Bellescapes, both in the Barossa Valley / Lyndoch area - Amble at Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills - Willunga House in McLaren Vale.
The South Australian wine industry is responsible for more than half of the production of all Australian wine, hence the range of tourist attractions and lodging offerings.
Popular vineyard regions in addition to those mentioned above, include: Adelaide Hills, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, Eden Valley, Langhorne Creek, Padthaway, Riverland, and Wrattonbully.
As you travel around the various vineyards you will meet expert winemakers in person, at wineries and at cellar doors throughout this part of the country.
Enjoy conversations with winemakers about the various labels and varieties produced at their vineyard.
Take tours around the facilities and learn more about the production process.
Spend the day exploring vineyards, sampling and buying wines, stopping for lunch, afternoon tea and/or dinner at on-site restaurants or back at your chosen accommodation.
There are many food and wine tours to partake in such as: - Butcher, Baker, Winemaker Trail - Barossa Cheese & Wine Trail - Para Road Wine Path.
Treat your taste buds to delicious cuisine and fine wines, while enjoying music and visiting local retailers & farmers markets and festivals.
Book your holiday to South Australia today and indulge your passion.