All Aboard for Adventure with the West Coast Wilderness Railway - November 2017 News from Tasmania's wild West Coast, November 2017With summer on the way, it’s a great time to plan a getaway to Tasmania’s rugged West Coast. Ideal for a touring. camper or caravan holiday, for many it’s a little-known part of the island state, but there’s a whole lot of scenery to explore and activities to look forward to. This newsletter has plenty of sample itineraries and local knowledge about activities and things to do will help you get the most from your West Coast escape. Inspiration for your next West Coast EscapeCheck out our latest video to whet your appetite for a steam train adventure on Tasmania's rugged West Coast this summer. Itineraries and activities for your next West Coast adventurePlan your West Coast getaway with these itinerary suggestions and some local knowledge, Get ready for adventure with our partner packagesCombine your railway journey with some adventure - you can raft down a wild river, tour the west coast in a helicopter or take a tour to a ghost town - the choice is yours. Menu excitement at Tracks CafeIf you haven't visited Tasmania's West Coast in a while, you might be surprised about the range of amazing experiences that await you. And these experiences are supported by some wonderful accommodation options, restaurants and cafes to add up to a great holiday or short break. Choice of carriageWe offer a choice of two carriages, Heritage and Wilderness. We are often asked by passengers which they should choose. This summary of the key differences between the two carriages will assist your decision. What's On on the West CoastAdd depth to your West Coast adventure with details of lesser-known places and activities. Find out what the locals know about what’s on and what’s good on the West Coast. NewsTasmanian Tourism AwardsWe are thrilled to be a finalist in the 2017 Tasmanian Tourism Awards and wish all our colleagues every success with their entries. The awards will be announced on the evening of Friday 10 November, so watch this space for details. Tourism. It's a Team EffortWe were thrilled to be featured in a recent campaign to highlight the community and employment benefits of the tourism industry, particularly in regional areas of Tasmania. The campaign was produced by the Tourism Industry Council of Tasmania and Hype TV, and West Coast Wilderness Railway personnel featured in two segments. Filmmakers explore West Coast ghost townsA team of young filmmakers from Queensland has been exploring our region's abandoned towns and meeting the locals to find out the stories behind these evocative places. The West Coast Wilderness Railway is proud to have been able to support and assist with the production. Queenstown's grand old lady reopensThe historic art deco Paragon Theatre in Queenstown has re-opened under new ownership, offering daily guided tours, dinner-and-movie nights and special events. Ramp up your West Coast adventure by combining your railway journey with one of these adventuresTour the coast by helicopterCombine your railway journey with a tour of the West Coast in a helicopter with our new partner Strahan Helicopters. Try whitewater raftingCombine your railway journey with a rafting adventure down a wild river with King River Rafting, Explore a ghost townCombine your railway journey with a tour of a ghost town with RoamWild Tasmania. Experience life on the footplateOur Footplate Experience offers a chance to ride with the engineers in the cab of our steam engine. |