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■ Population: 1.1 million
■ Currency: Australian Dollars (AUD)
■ Country and city code: +61, +8
■ Tourist info: Rundle Mall Information Centre, on the western end of Adelaide’s main shopping street, tel: +61 (0)8 8203 7611, website: www.southaustralia.com
FUN FACT
Adelaide is known as the City of Churches, not only for the number of churches – although there are many – but also for its serenity.
National Wine Centre of Australia of Australia (corner of Botanic and Hackney Roads, tel: +61 (0)8
8303 3355)
Stop by the National Wine Centre for the Interactive Wine Discovery Journey as an overview to South Australia’s most important industry. Enjoy a sampling of local wines and enjoy the seasonal menu.
Adelaide Central Market (Gouger Street, tel: +61 (0)8 8203 7203)
This market dates back to 1869, but it is still the best place to buy fresh produce and fill up your pantry. Savvy travellers stock up on fresh bread and make their own lunch.
Jurlique Adelaide Concept Store (Shop 2A, 23-38 Rundle Mall Plaza, tel: +61 (0)8 8410 7180)
Pamper yourself with Jurlique’s fragrant and luxurious toiletries. Based in South Australia, Jurlique has two farms in the Adelaide Hills which supply all the biodynamically-grown flowers and herbs needed for their wide range of luxuriously pampering products.
Haigh’s Chocolates (2 Rundle Mall, tel: +61 (0)8 8231 2844)
South Australia’s (and perhaps the world’s) best chocolates are hard to miss, housed in the historically built in 1915 Beehive Corner. Go for the Signature Series, handmade chocolates created in honour of the founder Alfred Haigh, or try the Chocolate Frogs and Bilbies.
Grange (Hilton Adelaide, 233 Victoria Square, tel: +61 (0)8 8217 2000)
Malaysian-born chef Cheong Liew has been serving up his creative cuisine at this restaurant named after Australia’s most famous wine, the Penfolds Grange. No trip to Adelaide would be complete without a visit here. The three-course menu starts at AUD105 (SGD135). $$$
Cargo Club (213 Hindley Street, tel: +61 (0)8 8231 2327)
If the underground music scene is your thing, Cargo Club is your place! DJs spin deep house and speed garage on Wednesdays and Fridays, while Saturdays live Aussie and international acts take the stage. Arrive early as the lines form quickly.
Banque Wine Bar (107-109 O’Connell Street, tel: +61 (0)8 8267 6999)
A heritage-listed bar located in an old bank building, this bar has a cosy and friendly atmosphere. It is well known amongst most for its extensive wine selection and its winning cocktails; patrons come here to wind down after a day’s work.
Desert Palms Resort (74 Barrett Drive) *
This resort has cosy self-contained villas and the feel of an outback oasis, and golfing fanatics can be on the famous desert greens of the Alice Springs Golf Course in no time! Room rates start from AUD105 (SGD137). $
Country Comfort (208 South Terrace, Adelaide) *
This three-star hotel is located on South Terrace, has basic but clean amenities and a unheated, outdoor pool. Rooms overlook the Adelaide parklands. The Adelaide Central Market is a short walk from the hotel on Gouger Street. It is an easy 15-minute walk to popular shopping and dining precincts. Room rates start from AUD94 (SGD118.60). $
BY LEIGH KOH
* FOR EXCLUSIVE DEALS, BOOK HOTELS AT www.TIGERAIRWAYS.COM. TIGER AIRWAYS AUSTRALIA DOMESTIC FLIGHTS TO ALICE SPRINGS ARE SCHEDULED TO COMMENCE 1 MARCH, SUBJECT TO CASA REGULATORY APPROVAL
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