{"id":3632,"date":"2021-02-16T11:36:49","date_gmt":"2021-02-16T00:36:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/?p=3632"},"modified":"2021-02-18T10:30:27","modified_gmt":"2021-02-17T23:30:27","slug":"discovertasmaniawithponant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/discovertasmaniawithponant\/","title":{"rendered":"So close, but a world away \u2013 Discover Tasmania with luxury small ship cruising, boutique hotels and world-class gourmet experiences."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re itching for that overseas expedition feeling as you explore our own beautiful backyard this year, then look no further than Tasmania \u2013 our little island state that brings together incredible food &amp; wine, untamed coastlines, spectacular wilderness, and cities full of character that are easily explored by foot.<\/p>\n<p>In exciting news from the Cruising world, PONANT has announced the return of two of its modern fleet of small luxury expedition ships, <em>Le Lap\u00e9rouse<\/em> and <em>Le Sol\u00e9al,<\/em> to Australian waters this year, and unveiled a new collection of eight immersive &#8216;must-do&#8217; itineraries. One if these is an indulgent 10-night voyage around Tasmania over Christmas and New Year timed around the arrival of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and the famous Taste of Tasmania festival.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend bookending your Tasmanian voyage at luxury boutique hotel, The Islington in Hobart and making time to discover the incredible food &amp; wine offerings of the Launceston region with a stay at the acclaimed Stillwater Seven.<\/p>\n<p>Read on for our 2021 Tasmania highlights, and find more Australian holiday inspiration over on our Social Media \u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jigsawtravelaustralia\">facebook.com\/jigsawtravel<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jigsawtravel\/?hl=en\">@jigsawtravel<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram.<\/p>\n<p>Reach out to book your Tasmanian adventure via\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:enquiries@jigsawtravel.com.au\">enquiries@jigsawtravel.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>PONANT\u2019s Tasmanian Food, Wine &amp; Yacht Race luxury small ship voyage<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>10 Nights on Board Le Lap\u00e9rouse -December 23, 2021 \u2013 January 2, 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Explore the best of\u00a0Tasmania&#8217;s breathtaking coastal wonders\u00a0and indulge in the island state&#8217;s wonderful food and wine on an\u00a0expedition itinerary\u00a0on board\u00a0Le Lap\u00e9rous. Celebrate New Year in\u00a0Hobart\u00a0with the arrival of the\u00a0Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and treat your tastebuds at Australia&#8217;s biggest and longest running food and wine festival, Taste of Tasmania.<\/p>\n<p>Your luxury small ship voyage circumnavigates the state, exploring the local wildlife of historic Maria Island, the ruggedly spectacular Tasman Peninsula, the isolated Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area in the state\u2019s South West before heading up to King Island and the Tamar Valley to sample world-famous local produce.<\/p>\n<p>While the new itineraries have only just been released, places are limited and cabins are booking quickly. Reach out to secure your place on enquiries@jigsawtravel.com.au<\/p>\n<p><strong>Highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site of Port Davey and Maria Island.<\/li>\n<li>Savour the gourmet produce of King Island.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy some of the finest award-winning wines of the Tamar Valley.<\/li>\n<li>Experience Australia&#8217;s biggest and longest running Food and Wine festival.<\/li>\n<li>View the spectacular painted cliffs of Maria Island.<\/li>\n<li>Witness Australian fur seals in their natural environment.<\/li>\n<li>Delve into Tasmania&#8217;s colonial history.<\/li>\n<li>Experience the mining and Maritime History of Tasmania&#8217;s North West.<\/li>\n<li>View the New Year&#8217;s Eve fireworks in Constitution Dock.<\/li>\n<li>Gain an insight into the history, culture and incredible diversity of life from your expert expedition team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3635 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Le-Laperouse-Observatory-\u00a9PONANT-Christophe-Dugied.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"615\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Le-Laperouse-Observatory-\u00a9PONANT-Christophe-Dugied.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Le-Laperouse-Observatory-\u00a9PONANT-Christophe-Dugied-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Le-Laperouse-Observatory-\u00a9PONANT-Christophe-Dugied-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">BACK ON DRY LAND &#8230;<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><b>THE ISLINGTON HOBART<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Islington is a very special, small, luxe hotel in Hobart with a long history and a large delightful garden affording unique and stunning views of Mount Wellington.<\/p>\n<p>Perched in the exclusive enclave of South Hobart, slightly removed from the city with amazing views of kunyanyi and its shifting moods, this multiple award winning hotel is luxury personified, offering award winning personal service.<\/p>\n<p>Decorated with fine art and furnished with antiques, Islington appeals to those who desire the very best in service, presented in an atmosphere of serenity, luxury and tranquility.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Book with Jigsaw Travel to receive the following exclusive benefits, not available when booking direct:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Early check in \/ late check out (subject to availability).<\/li>\n<li>$100 F&amp;B credit<\/li>\n<li>Upgrade (subject to availability).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3636 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/rsz_042a2167.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"571\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/rsz_042a2167.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/rsz_042a2167-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/rsz_042a2167-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/rsz_042a2167-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>STILLWATER SEVEN, LAUNCESTON<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Housed in the 1830\u2019s flour mill outside Launceston that has been home to Stillwater\u2019s multi-award-winning destination dining experience since 2000, is the Stillwater SEVEN \u2013 a new and indulgent accommodation offering.<\/p>\n<p>Like Stillwater restaurant, SEVEN is a celebration of Tasmania. The seven, architecturally designed rooms were created around bespoke and handmade pieces, locally crafted but infused with international sophistication.\u00a0 Each room is beautifully appointed with waterfront views and its own unique character, nestled in the historic mill at Cataract Gorge. SEVEN is the ideal place to stay to indulge in the rare beverages and culinary treats curated by Stillwater Chef and Co-Owner, Craig Will.<\/p>\n<p>Guests have exclusive access to a private guest bar and to the award-winning kitchen. Every morning you\u2019ll be welcome to wander down to the restaurant to chat with the chef and see what is coming out of the oven before it is opened to the public<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3637 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/STILLWATER.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"623\" height=\"414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/STILLWATER.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/STILLWATER-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/STILLWATER-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/STILLWATER-1536x1021.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 623px) 100vw, 623px\" \/><\/p>\n<h5><\/h5>\n<h4><u><strong>HOBART DRINKING &amp; DINING HIGHLIGHTS<\/strong><\/u><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The incredible food and drink scene of Tassie\u2019s capital demands all-day indulgence. Proceed with an empty stomach \u2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pigeon Whole Bakers \u2013 <\/strong>Fuel up on coffee and the city\u2019s best pastries, bagels and donuts. Pigeonwholebakers.com.au<br \/>\n<strong>Institut Polaire \u2013 <\/strong>a sleek contemporary wine bar and kitchen near the ferry dock. Our pick is their martini with Tassie-made Sud Polaire Antarctic dry gin. institutpolaire.com.au<br \/>\n<strong>Templo \u2013 <\/strong>Simple yet interesting spins on Australian-Italian handmade pastas and locally sourced seafood. templo.com.au<br \/>\n<strong>Sonny \u2013 <\/strong>an intimate wine bar serving a daily-changing menu of natural wines. sonny.com.au<br \/>\n<strong>Tesoro (just opened)<\/strong> \u2013 a sophisticated showcase of humble Italian cooking and great\u00a0Tasmanian produce in Hobart&#8217;s new M\u00f6venpick Hotel <a href=\"https:\/\/tesorohobart.com.au\/?fbclid=IwAR0816Y-XlXc5tyBSkjky9Jy0ils91YUxT3EL84Fjc1fE-YC_uuztb2CaeA\">tesorohobart.com.au<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Farmgate Market (Sundays)<\/strong> \u2013 Sweet Tassie apples, small batch spirits, artisan cheeses and more. Farmgatemarket.com.au<\/p>\n<p>Got more time? Take a quick ferry ride over to <strong>Bruny Island<\/strong> for the day to taste oysters fresh from the sea at <strong>Get Shucked<\/strong> getshucked.com.au and stock up at the <strong>Bruny Island Cheese and Beer Co.<\/strong> brunyislandcheese.com.au<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3634 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobart-pic.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"660\" height=\"372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobart-pic.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobart-pic-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jigsawtravel.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/hobart-pic-768x433.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><u><strong>PREPARE TO TRAVEL<\/strong><\/u><\/h4>\n<p><strong>HELPFUL TIPS FROM OUR EXPERTS &#8211; DON&#8217;T LET YOUR PASSPORT EXPIRE!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While they&#8217;ve been gathering dust on the shelf for the past year, it&#8217;s well worth dusting off your passport and checking the expiry date.\u00a0 If it&#8217;s coming up, we recommend renewing your passport in the hope that international borders will reopen later this year. If a passport expires, it is a much more arduous and expensive process to apply for a new one, rather than simply renewing your existing passport before it expires.<\/p>\n<p>Thank us later!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re itching for that overseas expedition feeling as you explore our own beautiful backyard this year, then look no further than Tasmania \u2013 our little island state that brings together incredible food &amp; wine, untamed coastlines, spectacular wilderness, and cities full of character that are easily explored by foot. 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