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19 Jul 2013 |
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Major News!
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The Ecotourism Stamp of Approval!
We have been officially recognised as one of Australia's leading and most innovative ecotourism providers, committed to best practice in using resources, conserving the environment and helping local communities.
We have worked hard to achieve this certification from Ecotourism Australia. Our work is not new. For more than 100 years, we have done our best to preserve the caves for future generations. In 1872, Jenolan Caves were the first caves in the world to be granted legal protection. Jenolan Caves built Australia’s first hydro-electric system, finished in 1917, and still in use. Our own sewage plant provides primary and tertiary treatment with ultra-violet light. Discharged water is 99.9% pure.  www.jenolancaves.org.au/news.asp?pid=83&id=27
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We Entered the Regional Tourism Awards
Yesterday, we submitted our entry, 'Written in Stone', to the Blue Mountains, Lithgow & Oberon Tourism's Awards for Excellence. We almost missed the deadline, but just made it, with only 10 minutes to spare!
We hope to win the award for 'heritage & culture'. Jenolan is so much more than a big cave system! We believe we have a good chance of winning, because of our underground concerts and performances, heritage listed accommodation, new Aboriginal culture self guided tours and new, free themed bushwalks.
In the past 5 years, we have won 31 tourism awards. But we never take them for granted. Each win means we have to try even harder next time, to maintain our standard.
Tourism plays a major role in the economy of the Blue Mountains and the Central West. Every award win brings more tourists to our ruggedly beautiful region!
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Possible Snow!
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Hurry to Yulefest! Only 4 Days Left!
We can't guarantee snow, but it is predicted for the high mountains on the way to Jenolan this weekend. It would really set the mood for Christmas in July.
There are only 4 more evenings of Yulefest at Caves House:
- Saturday, 20 July (tomorrow)
- Wednesday 24 July
- Saturday, 27 July
- Wednesday, 31 July
Chisolms Restaurant will serve festive fare. Grownups enjoy mulled wine and receive a small Christmas gift. Best of all, children receive a gift also - from Santa inside a cave! Great family memories! Yulefest packages are available. If you stay overnight, prices vary depending on your room type. Give us a call! www.jenolancaves.org.au/event.asp?pid=74&id=24&sdid=71
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New Developments!
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The Mountain Village Drive - Great for International Visitors!
This is a new, scenic, self-drive, 2-day adventure in the Blue Mountains of NSW. It's a great way for international visitors to get a taste of Aboriginal culture, Aussie wildlife and, of course, Jenolan Caves - all in only 2 days.
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New 'Jenolan Trails' Signage is Ready to Enjoy
Earlier this year, we launched our new, free 'Jenolan Trails' app, which you can download onto your iPhone, before coming to Jenolan. The new app guides you along our 3 bush walks - 'Working Waters', 'Shaping Waters' and 'Healing Waters'. Now, we also have new, informative signs along each of these walks.
So, if you arrive at Jenolan and you don't have the app yet, you can still get the most out of our bushwalks, simply by following our new signs. If you are interested in how our caves were formed ('Shaping Waters'), the technology that has enabled visitors to view the caves ('Working Waters') or our Aboriginal heritage ('Healing Waters'), these bushwalks are for you! www.jenolancaves.org.au/the-caves/bushwalks/
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Did You Know?
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Don't Drive? Relax Aboard a Coach!
The wonderful Blue Mountains Bus Company has been bringing visitors to Jenolan Caves for many years, making life easier for travellers!
If you are in Sydney, at Central Station, catch a train to Katoomba, at 7:18am (Saturday and Sunday) or 7:25am (Monday to Friday).
Then, in Katoomba, get on a Blue Mountains Bus Company coach, which leaves for Jenolan Caves at 9:45am every day. The coach returns you to Katoomba at 5pm.
To book your seat, contact +61 2 4782 7999.
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Caves House is Part of Our 'National Identity'!
Jenolan Caves House was listed on the NSW State Heritage Register in 2004. To be listed, Caves House was identified as meeting a range of cultural standards - aesthetic, historic and social, making it significant for past, present and future generations.
In 1897, the grand hotel, Jenolan Caves House, was completed, as a wilderness retreat for the wealthy. It was designed in the Colonial Architect’s office, under the supervision of Colonel Walter Liberty Vernon (1846 – 1914).
Today Caves House is regarded as one of the finest large guest houses from the Edwardian era, still functioning as tourist accommodation. It is an icon of the Blue Mountains. Book your stay. www.jenolancaves.org.au/about/caves-house-on-state-heritage-register/
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Special Offer!
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DISCOUNT - Community Rewards Card
Do you live in the Blue Mountains? For a range of special deals, get a Greater Blue Mountains Community Rewards Card.
If you bring two full-paying adults (or a family) to Jenolan Caves, from outside the Greater Blue Mountains Area, present your Rewards Card at our ticket office, and we will give you a FREE ticket to a guided tour of one of our spectacular show caves. See all the deals. www.jenolancaves.org.au/visitor-info/specials/
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Good Health!
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Get Warm by Walking this Winter!
Winter brings snow to the region around Jenolan Caves - Hampton and Oberon. But even so, the caves remain a constant 15 degrees Celcius - perfect for walking and climbing stairs!
Exploring our caves lets you exercise your way to great legs. Walking, both above and below ground, is terrific for your heart, lungs and circulation! This applies to people of all ages. Think of all the kilojoules you burn when you tour just one of our caves - and we have so many!
If you did 3 cave activities each day, you could stay at Jenolan for more than a week, enjoying fresh air, unwinding, getting fit, learning new things, having amazing experiences, bonding with your family, rekindling romance - having a truly memorable time!
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BOOK NOW!
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BOOK NOW - Murder Mystery - 'Marriage to the Mob'
Deep underground in the Lucas Cave, 1930s American Prohibition is in full swing, and bootlegging gangsters have taken the law into their own hands.
Follow the action, as it moves from the vastness of the Cathedral chamber to the skeletal remains in – where else – the Bone chamber!
There are enough twists and turns to confuse all but the most dedicated sleuths. In 'Marriage to the Mob', a wedding reception is taking place. But behind the happy smiles are steamy relationships, ruthless criminals, bent cops, icepicks and the odd gunshot! www.jenolancaves.org.au/event.asp?pid=74&id=4&sdid=52
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BOOK NOW - Mystical Shakuhachi Flute, Presented by Bronwyn Kirkpatrick
Bronwyn Kirkpatrick, shihan (master) of the shakuhachi, who studied with grand-master Dr Riley Lee for seven years, brings the haunting and mystical sound of this ancient instrument to the underworld.
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BOOK NOW - the Haunting Cello of Georg Mertens
On the 3rd Saturday of every month, deep underground, allow Georg and his haunting solo cello to immerse your senses in magical melody.
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BOOK NOW - The Paganini Duo - Sizzling!
Be swept away by the passion of Gypsy music underground in the magical Cathedral Chamber of the Lucas Cave!
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