On the south cost of New South Wales in Australia, near to Merimbula Lake, is Merimbula Airport. The name of the airport, and the town of Merimbula which is near to it, comes from an Aboriginal word which translates as ‘Two Lakes'.
The airport itself has some interesting things for those wishing to take advantage of the scenic tour operators that fly out from Merimbula Airport. If you hire a car in Merimbula and travel to the town, you will be rewarded with a fascinating place with a great many things to do, from windsurfing festivals, to fine dining. Car hire in Merimbula will be a great option as you will be able to get in and around the town at your own pace.
Hiring a car at Merimbula Airport when you land will mean that you can drive to the town of Merimbula, and see the lake of the same name. Merimbula is also home to several festivals which are worth checking out, the Mambo festival which is held each year in November, and is focussed on windsurfing and kiting, as well as the Australian Native Orchid Show and a jazz festival.
Golfers will be keen to grab their nine irons and take their hire car straight for the Pambula Merimbula Golf Club, which is in beautiful surroundings, making a game well worth seeking out.
Merimbula Airport is located on the South Coast which is also known as the Sapphire Coast. The wider community, known as the Bega Valley Shire, has plenty of places that should be visited if you head to Merimbula. In particular, the village of Cobargo is a great historical location. With a great many older buildings, and a community who loves nature, it's a quiet, relaxing place to visit and unwind. The village offers many tours, and horseback rides to keep you entertained and is certainly worth driving and spending a day at.