When people think of luxury travel, the Australian Outback probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But Longitude 131 is seeking to change all that. A first-class luxury lodge set against the backdrop of the magnificent Ayers Rock, this is a place to come and enjoy the sheer contrast of luxury vacation living and gorgeous wilderness experiences.

The lodgings are some of the most unique in the world. Again, a tent doesn’t exactly scream “luxury,” does it? However, Longitude 131′s luxury tents are just that. Comfortable beds, climate control — all the appointments that make a hotel experience worthwhile are present and well-implemented. A unique feature is the ability to raise and lower the walls of the tent by remote control, allowing guests to take in the beautiful Uluru sunrises and sunsets. Each tent is named after a famous figure from Australian history, allowing a personal connection with those who have come before.

The lodge offers a number of communal amenities as well, allowing guests to get to know their fellow visitors in comfort and splendor. There’s a 24-hour bar for those who like to mix drinks and company, and an outdoor pool for the sort who want to experience warm sun and cool water at the same time. Tours of the area can be arranged in short order for a number of destinations, and there’s even a guest library for those who want to enjoy a classic while relaxing in comfortable chairs.

Dining is given special attention at the lodge, as is true of all the best luxury experiences. Breakfast is provided a la carte, as is lunch. Lunch in particular is a fun treat, as the menu changes with the seasons and is always provided with carefully-selected inclusive drinks. However, it is Table 131 that provides the absolute best dining experience anywhere in the world. A huge table set up for all guests, out under the stars of the Uluru sky, with the finest in Australian foods and wines for the sampling of the guests of the lodge, it is truly an experience rarely had in this world.

Spirit, Emotion, Intellect, Task: These are the things that are involved in a SEIT tour of the Outback. The Outback is a singular location, a massive stretch of untamed wilderness that stretches across the center of Australia. Much of Australian civilization is spread along the coasts of the country, with access to trade and shipping lanes. But the Outback is the largest part of the land, and is home to some of the world’s oldest indigenous legends, the customs and ways of the aboriginal people and a diversity of wildlife not to be found anywhere else on earth. Taking a tour with SEIT allows a combination of primal wonder and educational involvement that can rarely be replicated in other offerings, and is worth the addition to an Australia luxury vacation.

First there are the group’s iconic tours, focused on visiting the most visible and famous natural structures to be found in the Outback. These tours include such famous landmarks as Uluru, one of the most amazing sights in the world. A huge monolith structure rising from the plains around it, it is a mysterious formation that captivates the mind and the soul alike. It still plays a central role in the culture and spirituality of the local aboriginal people, and aboriginal guides are often quite eager to share stories of it that date back to the mysterious time they call the Dream.

Alternatively, there are the cultural tours that SEIT offers as well. Rather than focusing on a specific place, they follow a theme of exploring the local culture and its mysteries. Popular sites include the Hill Caves and the Alice Caves, homes to famous aboriginal cave art that dates back millennia. The Outback is home to many such wonders and a cultural heritage all its own that dates back before the colonies that were first established there.

Of course, the tours can also be arranged for private as well as public consumption. If you prefer the true luxury of a tour set up all for yourself and your family, this can easily be arranged as you explore the mysteries of the last great frontier on earth.

Travelers who are searching for an authentic outback experience during their Australian luxury vacation need look no further than Longitude 131.

Here is where the rustic luxury traveler can spend their days exploring the wilderness and their nights wrapped up in posh suites and surrounded in modern amenities. Longitude stands right at the gateway of the wilderness that is known as the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. These accommodations come complete with your own private views of the landscape where you can witness the sun rising and setting over Uluru (also known as Ayers Rock).

The wilderness surroundings of Uluru and Kata Tjuta are those that few ever get to see. Your Australian luxury vacation to the outback offers you specialized tours of the Cantju and Walpa Gorges. These tours are perfect for those who want to hike the areas and even ride camels through the beautiful desert. These tours let you relax in a dune house as you take in some refreshments or you can take the sunrise base tour that lets you drink in the landscape as you learn about the local culture and participate in the spirituality of the region.

Gourmet meals served a la carte will provide your palette with an unforgettable meal. Each meal consists of local fare that is indigenous to the region. Your dinner is served with a glimpse of the southern stars when you opt for Table 131. If the weather is right, you will never have a meal served to you that can offer you a better view while you eat. Should you prefer to eat your gourmet meal in private, you can always choose to dine in the dune house.

This is one Australian all-inclusive vacation package that will give you the best outback experience you can have. Not to mention you will have an experience that almost no one else ever gets.

Suffering from writer’s block? Having a tough time getting the brain moving? Well, how about adding a little inspiration to your all-inclusive Australia vacation?

Writing Under the Stars is an event for writers that simply cannot be missed. The three-day seminar will take place on July 9 through July 11 at Australia’s ultra-luxurious Longitude 131. Longitude 131 is known as the destination for glamorous camping (also known as “glamping”); this event proves how special and unique the resort is. Australian author and living legend Thomas Keneally will be on hand to share stories about how growing up in the landscape has inspired his many novels and plays.

The mornings begin with a storytelling session while guests are invited to create their own short stories. After a delicious breakfast, participants in Writing Under the Stars are invited to see Australia from the eyes of Aboriginal artists. One artist will be on hand to teach the history and technique of “dot painting.” Participants also are given complimentary tickets to the stunning Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to get their creative juices flowing. Still not feeling moved to create? Then hop aboard a helicopter or fixed-wing flight to see Australia like never before. The flights will take guests on a one-of-a-kind aerial tour of the iconic Ayers Rock and the breathtaking landscape as the sun goes down. Back at Longitude 131, Thomas Keneally will play host as you dine on five-star cuisine under the stars.

Keneally is best known for his Booker Prize-winning novel Schindler’s Ark, which was adapted in to the Oscar-winning film Schindler’s List by Steven Spielberg. He also has written plays and nonfiction. His latest work of non-fiction, Australians: Origins to Eureka, is an acclaimed history of the uprising that changed the country’s political landscape forever. Keneally will chose a winning short story from the attendees at Writing Under the Stars and give them a chance to read for the other participants around an evening campfire.

So stop banging your head against the keyboard! Go experience first class luxury, incredible nature and some rare one-on-one time with a literary legend.