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One of the most populated states and the destination of most tourists and migrants to Australia is New South Wales. Located on the south-east coast of the country to the north of Victoria and south of Queensland, New South Wales is home to the country's oldest and biggest city, Sydney, which is also the state's capital. The state also encloses the Australian Capital Territory which includes the national capital of Canberra as well as Lord Howe Island located 550km east of the mainland. New South Wales Hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and lodges abound throughout the state although most are congregated in and around Sydney, the Blue Mountains immediately to the west and the kilometers of magnificent coastline.
Originally inhabited by Aboriginal tribes for centuries, it was Captain James Cook who made the discovery for Europeans in 1770 after which it grew as a penal colony. Agriculture and to a limited extent the Gold Rush as well as the development of heavy metal industries including coal mining in the early 20th century saw the city of Sydney and the state grow enormously. Today it is a major player in the fields of high technology, education and arts and financial services with tourism forming an important part of the economy as well.
Many international visitors to New South Wales arrive via the International airport while the state is well-linked to the rest of the county by rail, road and bus routes. The Pacific Highway from Queensland's Gold Coast or one of the other many highways from other states provide a picturesque view of the stunning scenery, snowy mountains, natural wonders, white beaches, historical sites and small inland farming communities. The Sydney and Newcastle Harbors are the major stop for cruise ships while famous train tips link Sydney with Perth and Adelaide via Broken Hill.
New South Wales Hotels are found from the harsh outback to the coast offering panoramic views over the Tweed Valley, Mt. Warning or over Coff's Harbor. On the edges of pristine lakes and rainforests, beautiful rivers, World Heritage National Parks and towns that offer a bohemian and hippie alternative, there is something for everyone. Stunning four and five star New South Wales hotels in Sydney are some of the most luxurious in the world while others have historical and cultural value adding to the holiday experience.
Post-modern high-rise hotels and 19th century buildings stand side by side in Sydney and here guests can rub shoulders with the international jet-set, celebrities and world leaders. These luxurious New South Wales Hotels boast marble lobbies with pure white columns, domed etched ceilings, fine fabrics and objet d'art and spacious beautifully decorated guest rooms with all the modern amenities and facilities imaginable.
Australia as a whole is known internationally for its fondness for beer, pubs and bars. The New South Wales Hotels are no exception boasting their fair share of lounges, restaurants, bars, clubs and pubs. From historical to modern and upmarket pubs, no trip to this state is complete without sampling Tooheys New or Victoria Bitter beer. Sydney offers a diverse nightlife scene but out of the main city, much of the nightlife centers around New South Wales Hotels. Hunter Valley and Mudgee in the Blue Mountains are important wine growing regions and guests staying at any of the New South Wales Hotels can organize winery tours and cheese and wine tastings and enjoy some modern Australian wine cultivars.
Regular Australian fare is presented at most New South Wales Hotels but if it is fine cosmopolitan cuisine that guests are looking for then the place to be is Sydney. Here guests can enjoy gourmet food and international cuisine with Thai and fusion dishes being enormously popular. Most New South Wales Hotels, particularly those along the coast will include seafood, Mediterranean and Eastern restaurants but guests will find cuisine types from across the world to satisfy even the most demanding gourmet.
There are so many wonderful attractions and leisure opportunities for guests at any of the New South Wales Hotels to enjoy. In Sydney, one cannot miss the magnificent harbor while the beautiful Opera House with its fantastic architecture is known to millions around the world. A New South Wales Hotel is a perfect base for youngsters to surf their way up the coast, ski in the Snowy Mountains, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge and watch the sunset over the capital, wine tasting, camping in National Parks or bushwalking in the Jamison Valley. No stay in a New South Wales Hotel is complete without a visit to one of the game parks or zoos which showcase much of Australia's indigenous fauna and flora.
Many sports enthusiast book into New South Wales hotels to support their football team, Ruby League team and Aussie Rules Rugby. Great rivalry exists between neighboring states so it is good to book hotel accommodation early during these matches. Music lovers also flock to towns holding music festivals such as the annual Blues and Roots festival in Byron Bay and the country music festival in Tamworth.
One thing is certain; there are New South Wales hotels to suit every budget as well as conveniently located to provide all the thrills and leisure pursuits that any guests could possible want. Combined with the casual Australian way of life, friendly and efficient service, great guest rooms and fine international cuisine, New South Wales Hotels caters for both business and leisure guests and provide a wonderful launching pad to explore this unique and intriguing Australian state.
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