Making the most of your Milestone

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MILESTONE

TIANA TEMPLEMAN

Hitting a birthday with a big zero at the end? It’s time to celebrate in style.

Milestone birthdays, the big ones ending in zero are the perfect excuse to go somewhere memorable with your friends, kids, or extended family.

It’s time to blow out those candles with gusto and do something you’ve always dreamed of with these holiday ideas which are designed to be shared. From budget to blow out, we have got your ‘big birthday’ covered.

50 AND FABULOUS IN BALI

If your love of luxury is larger than your holiday budget, Bali is the ideal destination. Once you have arrived, the Australian dollar has a great exchange rate so your money goes further.

Split the cost of a Villa-Bali.com private villa with friends or family, or enjoy a few nights at the Four Seasons Jimbaran Bay as a treat. Children aged up to 18 stay for free at this hotel which has huge rooms for raucous grandchildren.

Children under 16 stay free and enjoy free breakfast at all Novotel hotels. Explore Bali’s temples, chill out at Potato Head Beach Club, treat yourselves to a massage or cooking class, or simply soak up the sun. With plenty of affordable activities on offer, from dance performances to Intrepid Urban Adventures’ VW Kombi Cocktail Safari, there is something to suit everyone in your group. What It Costs: 7 nights in a Bali private pool villa with daily breakfast, 4 lunches or dinners costs from $999 .

CELEBRATE YOUR 60TH ON THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Few countries can match China when it comes to fascinating historical places to explore. There are half a dozen UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Beijing alone, just one less than the whole of Egypt. Whether you choose to join an organised tour or travel independently, don’t miss spending a day on the Great Wall of China.

The section known as Mutianyu, with its rugged mountain peaks, tightly packed guard towers and picturesque cable car ride, is popular with tourists. However, nothing beats walking the

‘wild wall’, as the unrestored sections are known. Imperial Tours offer guided walks on the wild wall which include a private birthday lunch at a linendraped table with wine to toast the view.

We highly recommend a trip to Xian to see the Terracotta Warriors. The archaeological work is still in progress at this historic sight. The trip is fascinating no matter what age you are so it makes for a great multi-generational birthday celebration. What It Costs: a 9 day Terracotta Warrior Tour of China including flights, hotels and meals starts at $1999.

TURN 70 AND GO WILD IN TASMANIA

Tasmania proves that sometimes good things really do come in small packages. Explore the rugged east coast, with its soaring coastal cliffs and lush green wilderness, on a seven-night Coral Expeditions cruise to Port Arthur and untouched World Heritage areas.

Normally only accessible via a seven-day hike, you can simply cruise into stunning Bathurst Harbour. Driving holidays are a pleasure in Tasmania as rush hour traffic is virtually nonexistent. Discover Hobart, the charming capital of Tasmania, which has been named in so many ‘Hot Lists’ that it is hard to believe the place still gets cold.

Launceston has a charming dash of yesteryear with streets that are made for walking, although a car is useful for exploring the nearby Tamar Valley vineyards. If you would prefer to let someone else do the driving, an AAT Kings Guided Holiday to Tasmania could be just what you’re looking for. What It Costs: AAT Kings’ four-night Tassie’s East Coast Highlights guided tour is priced from $1,450 per person twin share. Coral Expeditions’ sevennight Tasmania expedition including all meals, excursions and activities costs from $4990 per person. Cruises with no single supplement are often available. Direct flights to Hobart are priced from $100 return.

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