Measuring just over half the size of England, offering rolling hills, quaint port towns and real pubs, Tasmania is a perfect holiday destination for the homesick English ex-pat. The option of Launceston airport to the north or Hobart to the south provide the more active tourist with the perfect road trip holiday. One can fly into Launceston, take in the awe-inspiring sites at various points on the island, and fly out of Hobart a week or a couple of weeks later, or vice versa. Our itinerary had to fit into seven days on the island, this was enough time but an extra seven would not have gone fallow. Arriving in Launceston, you will be struck by the much cooler climate compared to main land Australia which in the height of summer is a welcome break but
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