{"id":7165,"date":"2019-02-18T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-02-17T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/?p=7165"},"modified":"2020-04-02T05:36:34","modified_gmt":"2020-04-01T19:36:34","slug":"south-australia-favourite-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/sa\/south-australia-favourite-state\/","title":{"rendered":"5 reasons why South Australia is your new favourite state"},"content":{"rendered":"

Move over other Aussie states, there\u2019s a new favourite in town! If you\u2019ve yet to discover all that South Australia<\/a> has to offer, you\u2019re in luck, because we\u2019ve rounded up all the most amazing bits. From foodie hotspots to Aussie icons, here\u2019s why South Australia is destined to become your new fave state.<\/p>\n

1. Everything is within reach<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Arrive into Adelaide and the first thing you\u2019ll notice is how everything is within easy reach. Whether it\u2019s the world-famous wine regions just minutes away or the picturesque beaches a quick tram ride from the city centre, there\u2019s plenty of attractions close to the CBD.<\/p>\n

Welcome to Adelaide\u2019s Town Hall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Even on a short break, when you don\u2019t have time to go exploring far from town, Adelaide has heaps to keep you busy, and all within walking distance. Wander the food mecca of Adelaide Central Market and explore this thriving hub of food and culture. Or visit the Adelaide Botanic Gardens \u2013 an inner-city oasis with more than 50 hectares of gardens, incredible architecture and multi-award-winning dining options.<\/p>\n

Once the sun goes down, check out the Leigh and Peel Street laneways. They\u2019re packed with small bars, cool basement eateries and secret establishments behind unmarked doors \u2013 ooh, fancy! Grab a drink at Clever Little Tailor<\/a>, Maybe Mae<\/a>, Pink Moon Saloon<\/a> or Therapy<\/a>. You won\u2019t go thirsty, that\u2019s for sure.<\/p>\n

Time for a drink at Pink Moon Saloon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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2. A long lunch is a must<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Are you even on holiday in SA if you don\u2019t indulge in a long lunch accompanied by your favourite drink? Absolutely not! Take your pick from the internationally acclaimed Barossa and Clare Valley regions for some of the best beer, wine and gin in the world.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like to toast your amazing self (because why not?) you can\u2019t go past Seppeltsfield Wine\u2019s Taste Your Birth Year tour. You\u2019ll get to sip on a tawny from the year you were born, direct from the barrel, and learn all about it from the team\u2019s in-the-know wine educators.<\/p>\n

Wandering through the barrels of Seppeltsfield Winery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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If gin is your drink of choice, then you can\u2019t go past the Barossa Distilling Company, Durand Distillery or 78 Degrees Distillery in the Adelaide Hills (winner of the World\u2019s Best Gin in 2017).<\/p>\n

But it\u2019s not all about the bevvies \u2013 the food is worth travelling for too. And if there\u2019s one person\u2019s lunch table you\u2019d want to sit at in South Australia, it\u2019d have to be Maggie Beer. Take a seat at the Maggie Beer Farm Eatery and sample the family\u2019s quintessentially South Australian cooking firsthand. Led by Maggie\u2019s youngest daughter, Elli, the restaurant features daily menu changes thanks to its fresher-than-fresh in-season produce. Stretchy pants are a must!<\/p>\n

Want to combine your love of a fine drop with a bit of history? Skillogalee is your go-to cellar door and restaurant \u2013 it\u2019s set in a historic settler\u2019s cottage. The cottage was built in 1851 by Cornish miner John Trestail, who operated the property with his wife and 13 children. A tasty heads-up: Figs will come into season in March, so expect to see them pop up on the menu. Pair them with some of the best Reisling in the country and you\u2019re set.<\/p>\n

3. It\u2019s packed with things to see and do<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re after a bit of adventure, then head for the hills! No really, the Adelaide Hills. First off, there\u2019s Hahndorf \u2013 Australia\u2019s oldest surviving German settlement. Not only can you munch on some of the most delicious pork knuckle outside of Deutschland, but there are fantastic German-inspired smallgood outlets, bakeries, pubs, restaurants and cafes to explore too.<\/p>\n

For a holiday moment that will be music to your ears, check out to the Ukaria Cultural Centre. It\u2019s one of Australia\u2019s leading venues for chamber music and located in the stunning Ngeringa property, which has been hosting concerts since the mid-1990s.<\/p>\n

Lap up all the produce at the Winter Reds Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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They say South Australia is a festival that never ends \u2013 and we choose to take that literally. Time your visit to the Adelaide Hills to coincide with the Winter Reds festival and you can enjoy fireside reds and laidback entertainment.<\/p>\n

4. It\u2019s full of family fun<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re looking for activities the whole family can enjoy, then the Murray River Lakes and Coorong region will keep you busy. The Coorong District, which is located between the Murray and the Limestone Coast, is a must-visit and it\u2019s where the 2019 adaptation of Storm Boy<\/em> was filmed. For a serious animal encounter, you can\u2019t go past the Lion 360 Experience at Monarto Zoo. Jump into the giant tooth-and-claw-proof cage to have lions stalk all around you!<\/p>\n

Easy there, kitty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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For something a little less wild but just as fun, jump on a Spirit of the Coorong Adventure Cruise. It\u2019ll take you along the Murray River and into Coorong National Park. Enjoy the secluded beaches, learn about the region through guided walks and find out about the area\u2019s rich Aboriginal history.<\/p>\n

Camping by the Mighty Murray River<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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When you\u2019re almost ready to call it a day, take a quick drive to the town of Palmer, between Mannum and Tungkillo. The sunset views of the Murray Plains and its rocky outcrops are spectacular, so make sure you keep your camera handy!<\/p>\n

5. It\u2019s home to some serious travel hotspots<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Head north from Adelaide and stop by the heart and crossroads of Australia \u2013 Port Augusta. Coming in third in the Wotif Aussie Town of the Year Awards for 2019<\/a>, this peaceful coastal town is located on the waterways of the Spencer Gulf and is home to some incredible sunsets. You\u2019ve got to check it out!<\/p>\n

Further on, the Flinders Ranges are South Australia\u2019s largest mountain range, stretching for 430km. Go exploring with a drive along the dusty red dirt roads and admire the spectacular gorges and sheltered creeks that traverse the region. Watch the sun rise from the 600-million-year-old stretch of Bunyeroo Valley and be amazed by the colour-changing landscape.<\/p>\n

Leave your footprints on the Flinders Ranges\u2019 incredible sand dunes<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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No matter what you\u2019re looking to do in South Australia, it\u2019s definitely in the running to become your new favourite state. See you there!<\/p>\n<\/i> PLAN YOUR SOUTH AUSTRALIAN GETAWAY <\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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