BYOkids update 2/8/06

BYOkids ...your family travel gurus
Today's features:

Monkey Mia is located on a unique section of World Heritage coastline only 30 minutes' drive northeast from the town of Denham in Western Australia. It is undoubtably famous for its visiting dolphins but theres plenty more for the family to enjoy at Monkey Mia. It has a relaxed holiday atmosphere and those who love nature will delight at the huge variety of animal and bird life found nearby. Wonderful things started happening in the early 1960s, when a pod of bottlenosed dolphins began what has become a ritual. Read more...

Monkey Mia Wildsights - Whilst visiting Monkey Mia hop aboard the "Shotover" for the "See the Origin of the Mermaid Myth!" cruise. This ex racing catermaran will get your family amongst the dolphins, dugongs and turtles with speed and comfort. The sailing is an experience in itself, plus you'll enjoy the superb experience of seeing animals in the wild, at close quarters, in an environmentally unobtrusive way. A rare opportunity for a truly unique blend of experiences. Lay back and really relax, or if you like, you can join in the fun of helping the crew sail the boat Read more...

Win - subscribe to our newsletter before August 31st, 2006 and you'll be in the running to win a fantastic picnic hamper, perfect for family picnics. Prize courtesy of Smart-mums a fantastic online resource guide for busy Australian Mums providing Parenting & Lifestyle articles, healthy recipes, competitions and shopping. For full details see our comps page

Travel insurance for the family holiday was formerly looked upon as a luxury, consumers concerned about whether their vacations can be cancelled by incidents outside their control, or worried about the quality of medical care in the area they are visiting, now view travel insurance as a good value. Generally, a comprehensive travel insurance policy costs 5 to 7 percent of the price of your trip Read more...

Airline specials on now!!!! All domestic airlines are now running another round of unbelievable specials seeing flights starting at just $39. The quickest and easiest way to secure your cheap family holiday flights is to log onto Webjet. Their fast efficient website compares, combines and allows you to book flights throughout Australia and worldwide.Find out about their $50 cashback offer....

Going camping next family holiday? Need sleeping bags, a tent, chairs, beach shelters, cooking gear, maps, scamps, snorkels, travel towels and the rest? Sherrys camping supplies can help they offer great products, a huge range, rockbottom prices and customer service online They ship worldwide and have everything you'll need for that next family camping trip....read more

BIG 4 Perth International Tourist Park is located in the foothills of Perth only 20 minutes from the heart of the city They offer excellent self-contained accommodation ideal for couples and families. Their comfortable holiday villas are perfect for families with two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, lounge plus outdoor and indoor dining areas They also offer fantastic facilities for campers and caravanners, with spacious powered sites including drive through sites for motorhomes and big rigs.

Check out our new theme parks section. You can now buy all your favourite Gold Coast theme park tickets online. So if you're like us and hate standing in queues then get in early and pre purchase your Dreamworld, Movie World, Wet'n'wild or three park super pass online. Visit our new theme park page...
When you visit the theme parks on the Gold Coast you'll need somewhere to say there is heaps of family friendly accommodation on the Gold Coast. If you are seeking a kids club some great choices are Sea World Nara Resort, Paradise Island, Diamond Beach Resort or just offshore Couran Cove Island Resort.

Castaway Island - One of Fiji's most popular island resorts has guests returning year after year to experience the magic that is "Castaway". The island's 174 acres are covered with lush tropical vegetation, surrounded by white sand beaches and encircled by vibrant coral reefs. Our spacious yet secluded bures and creative island cuisine along with the warmth and genuine hospitality of the Castaway family of staff combine to provide a unique holiday experience. Castaway is the heart and soul of the Fiji Islands. This is one of the best kids clubs on offer in Fiji. The Fijians' love of children is legendary and you can be assured your children will be well cared for by the Castaway family.

BYO kids... your family travel gurus

Do you need a family holiday? Too tired, stressed or busy to plan it?.. At BYO kids www.byokids.com.au you'll find heaps of family travel information to ensure your holiday with kids is full of good times and treasured memories, whatever your budget or timeframe. Like all good scouts, we know the value of being prepared.

BYO kids is a unique family travel site we're asking for your help to locate family friendly restaurants, travel destinations, playgrounds, parks and attractions and hunting down the very best travel products and services for you. Families who run on adrenalin can check out our family adventure holidays, or if lazing on a beach is more your style check out our kids club section or family friendly accommodation and destinations.

We'll share family travel articles, travel tips and reviews, and find you the best holiday deals and discounts in $$$$ Savers. You can shop online, and when you're ready for that great family holiday, you can book online too! Happy holidays and don't forget to write!

Today's features:
Need a break ...check out our new kids club section We've been working hard to source information on the best Kids Clubs in the South Pacific and teamed up with Small Guides the experts in South Pacific travel. You'll find plenty of information on kids clubs in Fiji, Vanuatu, the Cook Islands and Australia in our new Kids Club section and when you're ready to book your great escape we'll help you choose the perfect resort for your family.

We've also teamed up with webjet - The service we've all been waiting for! A fast efficient online flight website that compares, combines and allows you to book flights throughout Australia and worldwide. Click on their logo and find your flight now.
If you're heading to Melbourne for the Commonwealth Games why not send Dad (or Mum) on the Sports Lovers Tour. Visit a brewery, the famous MCG, Rod Laver arena and more. There's so much memorobilla, history and Australian culture behind these normally closed doors that this is a tour you'll be talking about for years. book now Accomodation is filling up fast but there are still good value rooms available online at Quickbeds.com
Win While your in Melbourne take a fantastic Harley Ride through the city or out onto the open road. Theres no better way to check Victoria out. Andy's Harley Rides are giving one lucky reader the chance to do just that. We've got a one hour joy ride to give away. For full competition details click here.
WIN one of five family passes to the Discovery Science and Technology Centre in Bendigo. Discovery specialises in exhibits that are 100% hands-on and based on science related learning areas. Experience the thrill of the tallest vertical slide in the Southern Hemisphere or learn how real astronauts feel up in space. Discovery is fun and educational for all ages and a great way to spend the day with the kids. Click here for details on how to enter this fantastic competition.

We've had dozens of enquiries from you our readers on campervan holidays here in Australia and in New Zealand so we've asked Campertravel to give us a hand and find the very best family campervan deals for you. So if you are thinking of taking a road trip with the kids email us and we'll get you the information and quotes you need to start planning. We've also got some new travel partners on our book online page including Budget rent a car, quickbeds and webjet.
Jurien Bay Tourist / Caravan Park is situated on the beach a leisurely three hour drive from Perth. The township offers plenty of recreational activities including swimming and fishing. Accommodation options include deluxe cabins, onsite vans, and grassed camping sites and the largest jumping pillow in WA for the kids. For more information click here

Breakfree and Stella Resorts are offering specials at some of their most popular properties until 31/3/2006. Specials are available on accommodation on the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Byron Bay, New Zealand, Hunter Valley, Townsville, Port Douglas, Barossa Valley and Coffs Harbour. Click here to check out their specials page.

Dreamworld located on the Gold Coast in Qld is more than just a theme park. It's an entertainment phenomenon, a thrill-seekers paradise, a multi-media production and broadcast centre plus an educational interactive wildlife sanctuary and zoo. This year has brought the opening of the all-new white-knuckle thrill ride, The Claw and the brand new family attraction Wiggles World. Click on their logo to enter their comprehensive website you can avoid the queues and get express entry by buying Dreamworld Tickets online, they are valid for 12 months and gift vouchers are available too.
Diamond Beach - is one of Broadbeach's best family resorts! This popular low rise resort set in expansive tropical gardens with all apartments surrounding a magnificent pool and garden area. Cascading waterfalls and peaceful atmosphere whilst being within easy walking distance to Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Jupiters Casino and the beach. Many of Australia's best family resorts are already booking out for the 2006 school holidays. Don't be the only one to miss out, book now!! Click here to book your Gold Coast accommodation

Sunshelters available from Sherrys camping
Ear Planes - specially designed to decrease the pain of soar ears on take off and landing. Available from Home Pharmacy
Bag tags and electrical adaptors from Gogogear

Log onto www.byokids.com.au for all your family holiday ideas