South Australia's varied regions and long coastline allow plenty of scope for touring, special events and fully supported conferences. Five significant wine regions - Adelaide Hills, Barossa, Clare, Fleurieu Peninsula and SouthEast are an easy drive from Adelaide. Events held in these regions focus on wine, cuisine and heritage.

The picturesque Adelaide Hills, the city's backdrop, has boutique accommodation and venues suitable for highlight events. For day trips, this region's gardens, its two wildlife parks and the heritage town of Hahndorf make memorable destinations.

Across Backstairs Passage, Kangaroo Island is one of the world's most intense wilderness experiences, accessible by ferry or a convenient 30-minute flight.

Limestone Coast's spectacular coastline runs south from the extraordinary Coorong, luring bird-watchers, wine lovers and seaside holidaymakers alike.

The Murray River's leisure options include golfing, fishing, river cruises, conservation parks and houseboating - a true Aussie escape.

Two hours west of Adelaide, Yorke Peninsula has first-rate diving and fishing, as well as magnificent wild coastal scenery.

South Australia's remote regions attract daring delegates with the will to tackle a rugged wilderness terrain. To the north, Flinders Ranges and Outback. The legendary Ranges, a morning's drive north of Adelaide, offer wilderness-touring opportunities ranging from gentle bushwalks to extreme adventures. To the west, Eyre Peninsula, one of the world's greatest locations for whale watching.


Adelaide Hills
Rolling vineyards, natural bushland and wooded valleys define the Adelaide Hills. Just 20-minutes drive form the CBD, the region is home to several major attractions, including Warrawong Sanctuary, Cleland Wildlife Park, the National Motor Museum, Mount Lofty Summit and the historic German town of Hahndorf. The Adelaide Hills are famous for cool climate Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc varieties and there are plenty of quality restaurants and pubs to choose from. Excellent Bed and Breakfast and other quality accommodation is easy to find.

For more information visit www.visitadelaidehills.com.au


Barossa
The undisputed home of Australia's wine industry, the Barossa is a one-hour drive north of Adelaide. Wineries are everywhere and offer free tastings. Towns like Tanunda, Angaston and Gawler have a fascinating heritage, with many cafés, galleries and antique stores. Several coach and tour operators take visitors to the Barossa, where delegates can visit heralded icons such as Jacobs Creek, Wolf Blass and Yalumba wineries.

Visit Barossa at www.barossa.com


Eyre Peninsula and Yorke Peninsula
With thousands of kilometres of coastline, unspoilt national parks and secluded beaches, the Eyre and Yorke Peninsulas are ideal places for a relaxing getaway. It's a morning drive west of Adelaide to the eastern gateway, Whyalla, or one hour by light plane. The region is famous for its ocean fresh seafood, including oysters and tuna. Protected whales and seahorses abound in the clean blue ocean. Great fishing, over one million acres of National and Conservation Parks and spectacular coastal scenery make this a nature lover's paradise. Towns like Port Lincoln, Whyalla, Ceduna, Port Pirie and Port Augusta offer all the facilities you will need for the perfect break.

Visit the Eyre Peninsula at www.tep.com.au
Visit the Yorke Peninsula at www.yorkepeninsula.com.au


Riverland
The Riverland is well situated on the majestic Murray River near the border of New South Wales and Victoria and is just a two-hour drive north-east from Adelaide. Not only offering raw natural beauty, abundant wildlife and raucous birdlife the Riverland is also renowned for outstanding golf courses, river cruises, internationally awarded attractions, and of course, superb wine & food experiences. The Riverland's relaxed pace and lifestyle can be accessed by road or air.

Visit the Riverland at www.riverland.info


Kangaroo Island
World famous for its native wildlife, stunning natural beauty and unspoilt environment, Kangaroo Island is accessible by coach/ferry or light plane from Adelaide. There are 19 National and Conservation Parks filled with wildlife including kangaroos, koalas, penguins, sea lions and platypus. Fabulous beaches and great fishing make Kangaroo Island the ideal place to relax. A wide range of accommodation is on offer, and it is easy to book 4WD tours. Diving and fishing charters are readliy available - so you won't go hungry - fresh seafood is abundant.

Visit Kangaroo Island at www.tourkangarooisland.com.au.


Clare Valley
The Clare Valley's wineries, restaurants and beautiful scenery provide the perfect setting for a short break. One way to discover the area is by walking or cycling the Riesling Trail, passing cellar doors, the historic town of Auburn and rolling vineyards. The heritage-listed town of Mintaro is also worthy of visiting as is nearby Martindale Hall - a Georgian-style mansion built in 1879. Further north, the historic copper mining town of Burra provides a fascinating insight into South Australia's pioneering past.

Visit the Clare Valley at www.clarevalley.com.au


Flinders Ranges and Outback
Just two hour's drive north of Adelaide, the Flinders Ranges is home to ancient gorges, historic towns, Indigenous culture and the magnificent Wilpena Pound. It's teeming with native wildlife and flora, and great bushwalking and cycling is available. Further north, the South Australian Outback has immense cattle stations, inland waterways, roads that travel as far as the eye can see and the surreal underground opal mining town of Coober Pedy. A 4WD tour is a good way to discover the Outback. Accommodation ranges from five-star country hotels to camping under the stars.

Visit the Ranges at www.flindersoutback.com