Queensland! Pre ATE 2015
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Welcome To Queensland! Pre ATE 2015 Southern Great Barrier Reef Western Markets Tuesday 16 June - Sunday 21 June 2015 Please note itineraries are subject to change. All activities will be confirmed prior to your departure. Refer to Terms and Conditions for relevant Itinerary Inclusions. Pre ATE 2015 – Southern Great Barrier Reef - Western Page 1 of 6 Welcome to Queensland Tourism and Events Queensland, in partnership with Bundaberg North Burnett Tourism, Capricorn Enterprise and Gladstone Area Promotion and Development Ltd, invites ATE15 buyer delegates to experience the best that Queensland has to offer. Southern Great Barrier Reef The Southern Great Barrier Reef is the official start of one of the world’s great wonders. It makes a fantastic destination for snorkellers, divers, sailors and visitors looking for a stunning, secluded holiday experience. Step straight off the pristine beach of your coral island into the fringing reef and get up close and personal with the resident marine life. On the mainland, indulge your taste buds in the vast array of local produce, wines and home grown beverages from the Bundaberg region. Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the beach culture and lifestyle of the relaxed seaside communities of Agnes Waters, Seventeen Seventy and Gladstone. Take in the enticing mix of country lifestyle and modern city living of Rockhampton and the scenic beaches of the Capricorn coast. www.southerngreatbarrierreef.com.au Your itinerary has been designed to increase your knowledge of Queensland’s diverse destinations and experiences. It is compulsory to attend all components of the familiarisation itinerary. The itinerary provided to you by TEQ will include accommodation, tours, transfers, activities and some meals within Queensland as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). Registration for the Queensland ATE15 Pre and Post Familiarisation Program will close on Friday 10 April 2015 with your final itinerary provided no later than two weeks prior to travel. If you have any questions regarding the Queensland famils offered, please email [email protected] For more information about Queensland please visit www.queensland.com ATE 2015 Terms & Conditions: 1. ATE Buyers may register for more than one Familiarisation. 2. Acceptance to the ATE 2015 QLD Familiarisation Program is subject to the discretion of Tourism and Events Queensland. 3. Flight details are to be provided to TEQ and confirmed by no later than 20 April 2015. 4. The Familiarisation is only available to participating ATE buyers and it is not possible for partners or guests to accompany an accepted buyer. 5. You acknowledge that you have carefully read the Tourism and Events Queensland ATE15 Participant Release Form and fully understand its contents, and understand that it governs your participation in the Familiarisation Program *Flights: Once we have confirmed your participation in a Queensland familiarisation, it would be appreciated if you could request your international flights into or out of a Queensland gateway city (Brisbane or Cairns); and if possible include domestic sectors to or from ATE Melbourne. We will suggest the appropriate connecting domestic flights; however if you are not able to secure these domestic sectors, please let us know and we will assist. Post ATE 2015 – Gold Coast (Greater China) Page 2 of 6 Tuesday 16 June 2015 (L,D) Arrive Brisbane Airport Depart on your domestic flight to Rockhampton. Your Southern Great Barrier Reef Tour guide will meet you on arrival. Transfer for a tour to the Capricorn Caves. The spectacular Capricorn Caves are a unique system of above ground caves in a limestone ridge situated 23kms north of Rockhampton, central Queensland. These ancient caves have been attracting visitors since their discovery by John Olsen in 1882. Today, they are the only privately owned show caves on freehold land in Australia. Tours range from easy walking, wheelchair accessible caves to wild caving adventure tours. Capricorn Caves www.capricorncaves.com.au Transfer to Mercure Capricorn Resort for site inspection. Mercure Capricorn Resort is set on 20km of secluded coral reef coastline, the resort offers something for everyone. The Resort's facilities include two international golf courses, stylish dining concepts, 25 free activities, water sports, horse riding, wetland tours, rainforest canoe adventure tours and much much more. Mercure Capricorn Resort www.rydges.com/capricorn Overnight: Oshen Yeppoon Oshen Yeppoon is the Capricorn Coast’s newest accommodation complex offering unrivalled ocean views of the Keppel Islands and Southern Great Barrier Reef. Perched on a stunning headland in the CBD, Oshen Yeppoon is the ideal choice for both couples and families. The complex offers all styles of accommodation, from hotel rooms to one, two and three bedroom fully self-contained apartments boasting superb guest facilities. During your stay at Oshen Yeppoon you will never be short of activities. The Capricorn Coast is a nature lover’s playground, blessed with tropical islands just offshore and stunning National Parks within a short drive. Oshen Yeppoon www.oshenyeppoon.com.au Wednesday 17 June 2015 (B,L,D) Transfer to Keppel Bay Marina, Rosslyn Bay. Depart on Full Day Cruise with Sail Capricornia The purpose built sailing catamaran ‘Grace II’ cruises the waters of Keppel Bay with a full day sail to secluded beaches and coves, drops anchor for lunch while her guests snorkel the Southern Great Barrier Reef, beachcomb, swim, kayak or just soak up the Queensland sunshine on our family sized beanbag. Sail Capricornia www.sailcapricornia.com.au Stopover at the famous Great Keppel Island will also be available to view new accommodation options. Post ATE 2015 – Gold Coast (Greater China) Page 3 of 6 Nestled off the central Queensland coast is the tropical Great Keppel Island, a haven for everyone from single travellers to families. Easily accessible from Rockhampton, Great Keppel Island can be approached via air as well as by sea. The perfect tropical island, Great Keppel Island is fringed by stunning, coral gardens, turquoise waters and sun drenched beaches. The island's interior abundant with native wildlife and acres of bush land scattered with winding walking trails. Return to Keppel Bay Marina at 4pm. Transfer to your accommodation in Rockhampton. Overnight: Empire Apartments is Rockhampton’s newest and largest Apartment Hotel in the heart of the CBD Riverfront Precinct. Modern luxury Studio Suites, at Empire Apartment Hotel Rockhampton. Our spacious open plan King Studio Suites feature stunning views of the Fitzroy River and Berserker Ranges. Enjoy the convenience of three on-site restaurants overlooking the Fitzroy Riverfront Precinct, Empire Apartments Rockhampton http://empirerockhampton.com.au Thursday 18 June 2015 (B,L,D) Transfer to the Town of 1770 – Agnes Water, approximately 2hr 30 min from Rockhampton. 1770 LARC! Tours – Full Day Paradise Cruise The LARC takes guests on a journey into history over vast sandy beaches and crystal clear waters where they will experience the same magnificent beauty that greeted Lieutenant James Cook when he stepped ashore here more than two centuries ago. These unique amphibious vehicles travel along the coastline of Eurimbula National Park to experience an informative commentary on the abundant wildlife & history of Bustard Bay – Crossing four tidal creeks, before four wheel driving up the steep climb to the historic Bustard Head Light station. 1770 LARC www.1770larctours.com.au Overnight: Agnes Water Beach Holidays Ideally located on the north-facing Agnes Water Beach on the Discovery Coast of Queensland, Australia. We are the perfect place to stay for access to the Southern Great Barrier Reef, hidden beaches & secret fishing spots. We are premium accommodation ranging from Studios, Apartments, Chalets, Beach Houses to Caravan Park in Agnes Water and we offer a complete holiday experience. Agnes Water Beach Holidays www.agneswaterbeach.com.au/ Friday 19 June 2015 (B,L,D) Transfer to Bundaberg. Approximately 1h 30min drive from 1770. Post ATE 2015 – Gold Coast (Greater China) Page 4 of 6 Bundaberg Rum Distillery Tour - See, smell and taste Australia's favourite Rum being made, at the Bondstore, the Home of Bundaberg Rum. Tour through an interactive display and the working distillery where you can find out exactly how this iconic product is made, from molasses through to the final product being bottled on site. Enjoy two tastings at the end of the tour and buy your own personalised bottle of Bundaberg Rum, as well as a great range of Bundaberg Rum labelled gifts and merchandise. Bundaberg Rum Distillery Experience tour www.bundabergrum.com.au/distillery.htm Lunch at Grunske's by the River - Known as Bundaberg Cold Stores, Grunske’s has become known as the place to go for the freshest local seafood in the Bundaberg Region and the place to eat if you want a true seafood experience. www.grunskesbytheriver.com.au Visit Bundaberg Ginger Beer Barrel and discover the secrets of Bundaberg Brewed Drinks with a variety of hands-on activities at the home of ginger beer. Take an amazing journey through the True Brew Experience Tour. Use our interactive touch screens to see what happens to the humble ginger root as it’s crushed, brewed and fermented to make the world’s finest ginger beer. You can also sit back and enjoy the unique 15 minute 3D hologram adventure, ‘Doug’s Promised Land’ in our theatre. The Sampling Bar offers free product tastings of our entire range of brewed drinks. At last count there were 14 delicious flavours! Bundaberg Ginger Beer Barrel www.bundaberg.com/the-barrel Dinner at Kellys Beach Resort, Bargara - Delicious, affordable and family friendly Licensed Restaurant located in beautiful Bargara. www.kellysbeachresort.com.au Check-in to your apartment-style accommodation. Overnight: The Point Resort at Bargara offers contemporary holiday apartments that overlook the tranquil waters of the Coral Coast just 15 minutes from Bundaberg. This is the ideal accommodation base for exploring and enjoying everything the region has to offer.