Whether visitors are heading to South Australia to see the wildlife of Kangaroo Island, the Barossa or the rustic Outback, a visit to the state is not complete without a stay in the South Australian capital of Adelaide. New developments that make a trip to Adelaide even more memorable are:

The Discover Adelaide Card

The Discover Adelaide Card is a simple to use and good value package for visitors to Adelaide, offering great tourism experiences and entry discounts to 14 attractions in and around the city. The attractions offer visitors experiences ranging from arts and culture, to food and wine, to historic and contemporary. The Discover Adelaide Card offers up to 50% off the price of admission to attractions, as well as some terrific bonus offers at selected attractions. For $AUD48 per card, visitors receive 8 passes to use at their choice of the attractions, which include a beautiful wilderness experience at the Warrawong Earth Sanctuary, the complete Australian wine experience at the National Wine Center and the exquisite arts and crafts of the JamFactory. Whatever a visitor�s interest, the Discover Adelaide Card is the simple and affordable way to discover Adelaide. http://www.adelaidecard.com.au/

Need a Place to Stay? New and Noteworthy Accommodations

� The Rockford Adelaide. The Townhouse on Hindley, located in downtown Adelaide, has undergone a change of identity to become the all-new Rockford Adelaide - a contemporary and stylish place to stay, dine & socialize in Adelaide's West End. After undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation, this modern 4� star property boasts 64 spacious rooms and 4 luxury suites, as well as a heated open-rooftop pool. Guests will also enjoy the all-new Blue Seafood & Char-Grill restaurant offering creative cuisine, fine wines and the funky lounge bar, "Pulp." Now one of Adelaide's finest boutique luxury properties, the Rockford also offers an extensive range of conference and function facilities. http://www.rockfordhotels.com.au/

� North Adelaide Heritage Group- Bishop�s Garden. The Bishop�s Garden is the newest apartment in the North Adelaide Heritage Group of properties. Built in 1890, the villa was once the residence of the Bishop of Adelaide and is located in beautiful North Adelaide, close to a range of boutiques shops and well-known eateries and cafes. The luxurious apartment has recently received a 5 star rating on the new AAA platform and is one of only two properties in Adelaide to do so. Recently remodeled, Bishops Garden has open plan living with a state of the art kitchen and is finished with polished floorboards throughout. The dining room features French glass doors and windows, which overlook a private, sunny garden. Ducted air conditioning and central heating are individually controlled throughout the luxurious apartment. There are three bedrooms, all meticulously decorated with fine heirloom antiques, open log fires, and brass beds adorned with Laura Ashley linen. The apartment also features intercom security access, off street parking, Internet access, cable television and a comprehensive library of books and magazines. www.adelaideheritage.com

� Majestic Roof Garden Hotel. This new 4� star modern luxury hotel opened in April 2004 and boasts a signature roof garden, the only one of its kind in Adelaide. The garden has spectacular views to the Adelaide Hills and over the CBD. Designed by award-winning landscape architect David Baptiste, the roof garden is a must-see. The hotel also houses Culshaw�s Grill, which uses a blend of Australian, European and Asian influences to produce a memorable dining experience with fresh ingredients like Culshaw's specialty-Majestic Beef from Culshaw's own property at Mount Magnificent in the lush Adelaide Hills. The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the East End restaurant, central business and shopping precincts. For those who want to stay plugged in, the hotel offers broadband Internet access, personalized messaging services, a Business Center and IT specialists on hand to assist guests. http://www.majestichotels.com.au/

What�s Cooking in Adelaide?

� Gourmet Gardening & Cooking at the Chapel. This unique bed and breakfast, located in a fully restored 1867 historic chapel just 20 minutes from Adelaide in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, now offers all-in-one classes that introduce participants to cooking and gardening in South Australia. Classes, which are offered once a month, run from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm and include morning tea, as well as a delicious main meal with a glass of South Australian wine. Class participants will leave enlightened with lots of bright ideas for both the garden and the kitchen as well as with a goodies bag. www.gourmet-gardening.com.au.

� Pete N Peppa. This groovy giftware and home ware store, located in the David Jones�s shopping complex in the heart of Adelaide�s Rundle Mall shopping precinct, is offering classes in South Australian cooking by chef Peter Milosevic. Milosovic will demonstrate the preparation of some of South Australia�s finest produce and products in his unique interactive kitchen. The cooking experience is enhanced with wines that Milosovic will select from Adelaide�s acclaimed vineyards. Classes are limited to 16 participants and the $AUD65.00 class fee includes a three course meal. mailto:petenpeppa@bigpond.com

Adelaide Festival Theater Presents: Richard Wagner�s The Ring Cycle

Richard Wagner's The Ring Cycle attracts audiences and opera lovers from all around the world, as one of the greatest works created for the musical stage. Fans can now turn their attention to Adelaide, where three complete cycles of The Ring will be staged at the Adelaide Festival Theater in November and December 2004. This production will be the first truly Australian Ring and will feature the single largest set design ever conceived in Australia. With a cast of the highest caliber and featuring the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, the three complete cycles will take place on the following dates: Stage 1 on Nov. 16-22; Stage 2 on Nov. 26 � Dec. 2; and Stage 3 on Dec. 6- Dec. 12.

Mount Lofty Summit Upgrade

One of Adelaide's most popular tourist attractions, the Mount Lofty Summit, where visitors can enjoy extensive panoramic views of the city and metropolitan coastline, has undergone a $AUD300,000 upgrade. Officially opened in July, key features of the upgrade include the following: the installation of a telescope, with 20 times magnification, so visitors can get a closer daytime look at the sweeping views; a completely revamped exhibition, featuring touch screens that give information about the Summit and tourist attractions in the Adelaide Hills; a plasma screen carrying images of the Adelaide Hills and improvements to the Center's shop and other helpful information. http://www.mtlofty.sa.gov.au/

SKYCITY Redevelopment

The SKYCITY gaming and entertainment complex is being significantly redeveloped over the next three years, creating a vibrant, broad-based entertainment hub in Adelaide. Spending an initial $AUD20 million in the first stage of upgrading facilities, the project is restoring and revitalizing the original characteristics of the landmark heritage site-Adelaide city's former railway station building. There will also be the North Terrace Bar and Restaurant redevelopment, a new ground level entrance, and ground level Bistro Restaurant, which will become the flagship restaurant for SKYCITY. In addition a new Cocktail Bar will be an exciting new social venue on the mezzanine level and a pub style front bar will be situated on the ground floor, with new gaming areas also on the ground floor utilizing extra space. Construction of phase one is scheduled to be completed by December 2004. Stages 2 and 3 of redevelopment plan to include a new underground car park, a dedicated entertainment facility for premium concerts and special events, as well as redevelopment of the main gaming areas, and major exterior landscaping projects. http://www.skycityadelaide.com.au/

For more information about Adelaide, contact the South Australian Tourism Commission at 888.768.8428 or visit www.southoz.com on the web.

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