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“Well Prserved Heritage Site”

Port Arthur Historic Site

4 of 5 stars
MisterWombat
Tallahassee, Florida
22 Dec 2009

On the Tasman Peninsula are the ruins of the large and historic Port Arthur penal colony. The admission included a harbor cruise past the Isle of the Dead cemetery and the ruins of the Point Peur boys...more

“Definitely worth a stay!”

Stewarts Bay Lodge

4 of 5 stars
TasDevils
Tasmania
16 Dec 2009

We stayed in one of the newer 2 bedroom lodges with lovely views over the beach, there was everything you could need for a holiday from washing machine to dishwasher, very well equipped. The lounge...more

“Nice place to stay although nothing special”

The Fox and Hounds Inn

3 of 5 stars
Traveler5548
Clearwater Beach, FL
4 Dec 2009

The best part of our stay was the Inn restaurant. Very good meal at a reasonable price. The room was clean but somewhat basic in the motel section. The price was OK because I booked and paid for it...more

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