ABOUT ADELAIDE

Adelaide is an enchanting city to explore. You only need scratch the surface of the quiet achiever of Australian cities to tap into its hedonistic vein. This city boasts world-renown major events, spanning the cultured and cerebral, artistic and gastronomic, petrol-burning and sports crazed. The pleasure-seeking spirit flows from varied cuisines and magnificent wines through to the healthy live music and bar scene and numerous galas that celebrate a thriving arts community.

GETTING THERE

By air: Adelaide Airport is eight kilometres from the centre of the city, a 15-minute drive. It services regional, domestic and international travellers in one building.

From the airport:

Taxis: It costs around AUD$30 to the city centre.

Bus: Airport buses are cheap and readily available.

ACCOMMODATION

PokerStars.net freeroll qualifiers will be staying at the luxurious InterContinental Hotel Adelaide but Adelaide also boasts a wide variety of other hotels from de luxe through standard to bed and breakfast style accommodation.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Time: UTC/GMT + 9:30 hours
Language: English
Climate: Very warm and sunny in December
Currency: The Australian dollar (AUD). Exchange rates are approximately: £1 = 1.80 AUD; €1 = 1.60 AUD; $1 US = 1.09 AUD Major credit cards are widely accepted.
Visas: Travellers need a valid visa for Australia. Click here for details. Visas can be obtained from selected travel agents, and the Electronic Travel Authority in the USA and Singapore, or you can apply in person at your local Australian High Commission or Consulate.
Official tourist website: www.southaustralia.com/Adelaide.aspx