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General Information 1 Tropical North Queensland 31 11 Welcome to Queensland Cairns Apartments Trinity Beach Palm Cove Brisbane 3 Port Douglas Brisbane Accommodation Reef Experiences Tropical North Queensland Sightseeing

Gold Coast 5 Thrills, fun and fantasy await Tropical North Queensland at the Theme Parks. Gold Coast Accommodation Family Accommodation Islands 43 Luxury Accommodation Townsville & Coolangatta Accommodation Fitzroy Island & Green Island 31 Theme Parks Gold Coast Sightseeing

Touring Queensland 47 Sunshine Coast 14 Take to the Road Noosa Rental Cars Coolum, Maroochydore & Surrounds Motorhomes Alexandra Headlands Queensland Self Drives Mooloolaba Take to the Tracks Touring with APT Snorkelling the stunning Great Barrier Sunshine Coast Sightseeing Touring with AAT Kings Reef is a magical experience. Fraser Coast Coral Princess Cruises Southern Great Barrier Reef

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Whitsundays 24 Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Daydream Island & Hayman Island Whitsundays Sightseeing

Tropical North Queensland Islands© Tourism are Queensland the ultimate in romantic getaways.

General Information House of Travel Accommodation Ratings Price Indicator To assist with the selection of your accommodation, we have created our own rating system. The price indicator is provided as a guide only. It Please note these gradings are a guide only and may alter throughout the year. is based on low season, per person, share twin pricing in a standard room or apartments and is A good standard of accommodation with a reasonable range of rooms and correct at the time of publishing. The actual price facilities with rooms furnished to a comfortable standard. may differ to that indicated in this brochure due to A superior standard of accommodation with a wider range of rooms and currency fluctuations, special events, trade shows facilities and a higher standard of comfort, furnishings and fittings.. or peak periods. (Minimum night stays may apply) A very high standard of accommodation with an excellent range of facilities Your travel specialist will quote you the actual and services. price at the time of booking Per person pricing is based on New Zealand dollars: A half star is noted when the level of service and facilities falls between two grades. Grading

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Apartments Festivals & Events 2013 Apartments are a great option when you are holidaying in , but there 12 Jan Magic Millions Carnival, Gold Coast are a few things you should know before you book: 09 Feb Kelloggs Nutri-Grain Ironman Series, • Most holiday apartments are individually owned and then leased for Surfers Paradise holiday rentals. Apartment owners individually decorate their apartments 10-16 Mar Noosa Festival of Surfing so it is important to note that the decor you see in brochures and on websites may not be the same as the apartment you end up staying in. 14 Apr Gold Coast Triathlon • Apartments generally offer full kitchens or kitchenettes and a laundry 16-19 May Noosa International Food & Wine either in the apartment or located in the complex. You will need to provide Festival your own soap, toilet rolls, dishwashing liquid, tea/coffee etc. Some 17-26 May Port Douglas Carnivale apartments will provide you with a small initial supply but these will not 23-26 May Blues on Broadbeach be replenished during your stay. • Most apartments are serviced every 7 or 10 days and this is normally 25-27 May International Rally of Queensland, restricted to a change of towels, bed linen and a quick clean. Most Sunshine Coast apartments provide cleaning equipment for you to use, at the end of your 31 May-10 Jun Cooly Rocks On, Coolangatta & stay apartments should be left clean and tidy. Some apartments in major Tweed Heads cities will be serviced daily, your House of Travel consultant can advise you 16-24 Aug Audi Hamilton Island Race Week on this. • Apartments do not offer the same facilities and services as hotels. For 2013 Queensland School Terms example they may not offer 24 hour reception or room service and most TERM 1: 29 Jan-28 Mar 13 TERM 2: 15 Apr-21 Jun 13 apartment buildings do not have restaurants onsite. TERM 3: 08 Jul-20 Sep 13 TERM 4: 08 Oct-13 Dec 13 • A bond may be required to be paid on check in, particularly from young adults. NOTE: Dates are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change - • Some smaller low rise apartment complexes do not have lift access. check with your House of Travel consultant and www.australia.com. 2 Brisbane The sun is rising as you free-wheel your bike down an easy slope towards the slow-moving river. Cockatoos and kookaburras greet the day which, despite it being mid- winter, looks likely to hit the early twenties again. Bright tropical flowers and impossibly green lawns line the route to your new favourite café. Alas, a long weekend is not enough to enjoy all the delights that Brisbane has to offer. After brunch and a few hours browsing the markets you’ll barely have time to change into something sensational before you hit the thriving nightlife. At least the airport is only 20 minutes from the city centre so you’ll be able to stretch your stay to the last possible minute. You’re already planning your next visit so you can venture a little further afield, including a day trip to stunning Moreton Island, just an hour’s boat ride away.

Our favourite things to see & do

• YOUNG DESIGNERS MARKET – These markets on Little Stanley • GOMA – The Gallery of Modern Art, which opened in 2006, Street, Southbank, feature some of Brisbane’s best up and is only 150 metres from the Queensland Art Gallery and coming designers and artists selling a range of fashion and focuses on the art of the twentieth & twenty-first centuries. accessories, jewellery, homewares, furniture and arts. Held on the first Sunday of the month.

• SOUTHBANK – With Streets Beach (Australia’s only inner city beach), a water park, walks, promenades and lots of restaurants there’s plenty to do. Enjoy a swim in the lagoon, have a doze on the beach or organise a picnic in the park.

• FREE GUIDED WALKS – Explore some of the city sights such as Brisbane Arcade, City Hall, Treasury Casino, Queens Pack a picnic and head to the pool at Gardens, Old State Library and Old Government House. Tours Southbank - just like being at the beach. start from the Brisbane Visitor Information & Booking Centre Monday to Friday at 12pm.

• MT COOT-THA – The breathtaking panorama of Brisbane City greets you as you step onto the observation deck. By day, you can see the sun shining over Brisbane, out to and by night, a fairyland of glittering lights and starlit sky surrounds you. Riverside Precinct Brisbane is a great place to spend a lazy afternoon. • FREE BUS SERVICE – Take the `Loop’, a free and convenient bus service that travels around the CBD (in both directions) and gives you a great feel for the layout of the city. (Mon-Fri)

• BRISBANE RIVERWALK – Connects more than 20kms of pathways, roads, bridges and riverside parks along the Take a walk through the Botanical Brisbane River. You can follow the pathways to walk or ride Gardens to see the many attractions. alongside the river, on the north or south banks. It is a great way to see another side of the city.

Discover Brisbane’s beautiful river and see the city from a different angle, by kayak. 3 Brisbane Accommodation

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1 2 3 Ibis Brisbane Mercure Brisbane Oaks Festival Towers

You’ll love this one, a 3.5 star hotel in a 5 star This hotel has a great spot on the riverside These apartments are located in a prime position in location. It’s a great base from which to explore with fabulous views across the Brisbane River this foot friendly city. It’s less than five minutes’ walk the city on foot – Queen St Mall is less than a 10 or the city skyline. You’re only steps away to the Queen Street pedestrian mall with shops minute walk away and it’s around a 20 minute from Brisbane’s best shopping, Queen Street galore and Elizabeth Street where you can discover scenic walk through the Parklands to Southbank Mall and the Casino. After a day shopping and Brisbane’s up-and-coming fashion designers in and the great restaurants and boutiques on Grey sightseeing, relax at the outdoor pool before the Elizabeth Arcade. There’re plenty of cafés, & Little Stanley Streets. quality dining at Quays Restaurant & Bar. restaurants and bars all within easy reach by foot.

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4 5 6 Oaks Felix Apartments Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane Mantra South Bank

At 40 storeys, this riverside hotel has stunning Between working up a sweat in the gym, Soak up the views of Brisbane’s skyline from your views (from the apartments’ floor-to-ceiling enjoying a game of tennis, and relaxing in the apartment’s private balcony at this contemporary windows) of the city, river, Story Bridge and pool, you may never want to leave. If you do, styled property within walking distance to South Botanic Gardens. Combine this with a 25 you’ll find it handy to the CBD and Fortitude Bank Markets, Parklands and Lagoon and the metre heated lap pool, sundeck, spa and Valley. It’s just a 10 minute stroll to Eagle St Pier, Performing Arts Complex & Lyric Theatre. There gym and it feels more like a resort than a city an area with loads of great restaurants. are dining options galore around here too. apartment hotel.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Gold Coast You’re sitting on the balcony watching the sun sink behind the green hills of the hinterland and the fresh prawns sizzling will be your reward for another day of fun-filled activity in this destination that has constantly surprised and delighted you. A sunset barbeque is a quintessential Gold Coast experience in a place where relaxed outdoor living is practically compulsory. There’s also been some serious retail therapy in the shopping meccas of Pacific Fair and Harbour Town, and you’ve been dragged onto some of the fastest, tallest and longest theme park rides in Australia. That breathtaking 70km stretch of beach has seen you dust off your best surfing poses, but more than all that, this holiday has been a chance to hang out and reconnect with very important people in your life.

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North Our favourite things to see & do Stradbroke Island • HINTERLAND FOOD AND WINE TRAIL – Pick your own fresh strawberries at The Strawberry Farm, try macadamia coffee at a nut orchard, learn how cheese is made (and sample the end result) and taste award-winning wines at the various cellar doors.

• CURRUMBIN YANGUWAH NIGHT ADVENTURE – This place Sanctuary comes alive with a night-time Aboriginal performance Cove South and wildlife tour. You’ll meet the koalas and hand feed Stradbroke the mob of friendly kangaroos. In a clearing of Melaleuca Island trees, discover a fireside Aboriginal corroboree where WhiteWater you’ll see traditional dance. The haunting sound of the World didgeridoo echoing through the Sanctuary’s natural bush Movie World land is a truly memorable experience. Wet ‘n’ Wild • GOLF – Tee off at one of the many golf courses on the Australian Outback Gold Coast. Popular options include Royal Pines, Palm Spectacular Meadows and Emerald Lakes. Southport Main Beach • SHOPPING – Looking for a bargain? Find all the best Surfers Paradise brands at all the best prices at Harbour Town Shopping Broadbeach Outlet centre. Shop till you drop at Pacific Fair Shopping Mermaid Beach Centre, home to over 300 specialty stores. Plus there’s Burleigh Heads also great shopping at Robina Town Centre with both Robina Myers and David Jones. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • THEME PARKS – You can’t help but caught up in the excitement! Whether you’re travelling with little kids, teens or a group of mates there are plenty of options to Gold Coast keep everyone entertained for hours. Whether you’re a Airport Coolangatta scaredy-cat or a thrill seeker, you won’t be disappointed.

• GOLD COAST OCEANWAY – A 36 kilometre network of Springbrook Tweed Heads paths along the beaches from the Gold Coast Seaway National (The Spit) to the Point Danger Lighthouse (Coolangatta), Park this is a great way to explore the fabulous beaches on foot or by bike. 5 Gold Coast Accommodation

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Northcliffe Club Surf Halfway between the buzz of Surfers Paradise and the relaxed ambience of Broadbeach, these fully self-contained low-rise apartments offer great value for money. The beach is just a 200 metre stroll away, and if you fancy going further 5 afield there’s a local bus stop just outside. Pacific Ocean

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3 4 5 BreakFree Imperial Surf – Surf Parade Resort – Mantra Wings – Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise Grab your towel, cross the road and you’ll have Midway between Surfers Paradise and Slap bang between Surfers Paradise and your toes in the sand on one of Australia’s most Broadbeach and 200 metres from a patrolled Broadbeach, a 20 minute walk in either direction, famous beaches. Or you could always stay put and beach. Plus there’s a secluded garden and pool or there’s a bus stop nearby. The golden sands make the most of the indoor and outdoor pool, area with a lounge and shower facilities – ideal are just 200 metres away, ideal for lounging with spa, sauna and tennis court. It’s also just a short if you’re arriving early. Ask for a hinterland a book or for a great scenic walk. The Northcliffe walk to Cavill Ave where you can hit the shops or facing apartment if you want the afternoon sun Surf Life Saving Club is right on the beach with take your pick from one of the many eateries. drenching your apartment balcony. great views, if you need a refreshment.

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6 7 8 Phoenician Resort – Marrakesh Apartments – Ultra Broadbeach Broadbeach Surfers Paradise This property has it all! Just 100 metres to You’ll love the Mediterranean character of these A perfect location whether you prefer to paddle, the pristine beach and right in the heart of apartments, nestled between Surfers Paradise pedal, ride or relax. The beach is a two minute Broadbeach, you can sit on your spacious and Broadbeach, with a licensed onsite poolside stroll away, the dining precinct less than five, balcony, relax and enjoy the views. Play in restaurant and bar. Fire up the roof top BBQ and Jupiters Casino and Pacific Fair shopping the indoor or outdoor pool, treat yourself to a and enjoy the views, but don’t forget about the centre around 10. The apartments have great pampering session at the day spa or get out beach – it’s only two short blocks away. balconies, perfect for dining al fresco. and explore this bustling area.

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2 Bedroom Ocean Spa Apartment 9 10 11 Ocean Pacific Resort – The Wave Resort – Mantra Circle on Cavill – Broadbeach Broadbeach Surfers Paradise Stay in cosmopolitan Broadbeach and enjoy all Head up to the 34th floor rooftop terrace for Slap bang in the heart of Surfers, this is the that the Gold Coast has to offer. The beach is breathtaking 360° views of the entire coast, perfect spot from which to explore this bustling just a few minutes’ walk, as is a diverse array of but be warned: you may be tempted to spend beachside city. Or if it’s R&R you’re after, make a cafés and restaurants. It is a good idea to pay a your entire stay lying on the poolside loungers splash in the lagoon pool, get fit in the gym or little extra for a superior apartment as the views watching the world go by, and miss all the fun unwind in the steam room. You can even relax are magical. Pacific Fair and Jupiters Casino are a and action of Broadbeach which is right on in the plush seats of the private theatrette and walk away too. your doorstep. watch movies on the big screen.

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BreakFree Diamond Beach – 1 Broadbeach Sanctuary Cove South Settle in for a great family holiday. The kids will Stradbroke love facilities like an activity playground, games room and kids’ pool (and 2 other pools!), plus Dreamworld Island you’re just a 10 minute walk from the shops WhiteWater and restaurants of central Broadbeach and World only 100 metres from family-friendly, patrolled Kurrawa Beach. Tamborine Movie World

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Spectacular 5 Southport Sea World Main Beach 2 Surfers Paradise 3 1 Broadbeach 4 Mermaid Beach

Burleigh Heads 2 Paradise Resort – Robina Currumbin Wildlife Surfers Paradise Sanctuary If you’ve got water babies then this is the place for you - it’s heaven for kids and a paradise for parents! The entire central resort area features Gold Coast a lagoon pool and 2 enormous water park Coolangatta attractions with slides, water cannons and jets to Airport entertain for hours. They have a great kids club to ensure it’s a holiday the kids will remember.

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Surfers Aquarius – 3 Turtle Beach Resort – 4 Sea World Resort & Water Park 5 Surfers Paradise Mermaid Beach Main Beach An absolute gem, smack bang on the This is one of the best family resorts on the A theme park resort where you’ll stay right next beachfront – open the front gate and there it is! coast, with an in-house cinema, games room, door to Sea World. Head over to the park by The big spacious apartments and facilities like playgrounds, tennis courts, 18 hole mini golf, monorail - now that’s not something you get to do a kids’ playground, swimming pools, spa pools, awesome pools & a cool kids club `Club Turtle’. every day! Smaller kids will also love the WaterPlay tennis court, mini golf and even a squash court You’re in a great spot at Mermaid Beach with a bus aqua playground and for the bigger kids there’s mean there’s loads of fun for the whole family! stop at your front gate; head off shopping, to the the Water Park with its mammoth slide and even theme parks or to a different beach for the day. better, it’s free when you’re staying at the resort.

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Sea Temple Surfers Paradise Peppers Broadbeach

Experience sophistication and luxury, centre stage and beachfront on Surfers For a holiday that’s more than a little bit swanky, try these shiny new Paradise Esplanade. The beach view apartments have floor to ceiling apartments, with their incredible views of the hinterland or ocean. They windows and are flooded by natural light and backlit by the glimmer of the feature all the latest technology (iPod docks and wireless broadband), plus sea, with balconies where you can sit, relax, take in the view and enjoy quirky touches like a Tai Chi lawn and Zen garden to take a peaceful wander the refreshing ocean breezes. You get the same magical views overlooking through, and teppanyaki BBQ. The outdoor pool is warm enough to swim Surfers Paradise beach, lying by the sparkling outdoor pool. The magnificent in year round, and if you feel like being a bit more active the lap pool and restaurant and bar, with an east facing aspect, offers breathtaking views gym will ensure you keep fit. For a quiet night in enjoy the luxury of the from every table and an abundance of local seasonal produce. private cinema, or for a great night out on your doorstep you’ll find an array of chic cafés, stylish restaurants and sophisticated wine bars.

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Jupiters Hotel & Casino – Broadbeach Palazzo Versace – Main Beach

Immerse yourself in luxury, where the opulence of a 5 star hotel combines A waterfront setting, spectacular architecture, Italian furnishings, with the 24 hour excitement of Jupiters Casino, live shows, 15 restaurants & extraordinary service and an ambience of pure glamour – everything you’d bars. Pacific Fair & Oasis shopping centres and white sandy beaches are just expect from the world’s first fashion-branded hotel. There’s also award a short stroll or monorail ride away. It’ll be hard to choose what to do first – winning restaurants, a day spa and the Water Salon that takes poolside cool down in the pool, work-out in the gym or on the tennis court, relax in lounging to a whole new level of glamorous luxury. Versace’s signature the steam room or at the spa with a massage, or take a walk through the boutique in the lobby is the ultimate in fashion shopping, or you can stroll landscaped gardens and walking track. After so much excitement it’s great through the neighbouring Marina Mirage for the latest in designer fashions. to catch your breath back at your room where you can sit on the balcony You have award-wining restaurants to choose from, each with a different and soak up the views across the Pacific or over the hinterland. With so Versace china setting and own unique feel. This is if you can bear to leave much under the one roof, what will you get up to? your light-filled room with its luxurious furnishings and fabrics, crisp white linen and large spa baths all designed to spoil you.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Coolangatta Coolangatta’s charms were discovered by holiday makers in the 1880s with visitors gravitating to the pretty beaches and this has not stopped since! It’s more laid back than Surfers Paradise, which is just 25 minutes away, and boasts a superb white sandy beach that stretches over a kilometre. Head to the southern end’s Greenmount, a small, rocky, tree-lined headland and sheltered beach and take a short trek around the headland. You might see some popular locals – the pods of dolphins that live around here, they are often spotted frolicking in the waves off the headland. If you’re in town on the second Sunday of every month, then you’ll definitely want to sift through the stalls at the beachfront markets – full of arts & crafts as well as lots of delicious foodie treats.

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1 Bedroom Oceanview Apartment Mantra Coolangatta Beach Oaks Calypso Reflections Coolangatta Beach

Located on Marine Parade overlooking the surf Sitting right on the main shopping street of Right on the Esplanade and just across the road beaches of Kirra, Greenmount and Rainbow Griffith Street opposite the beautiful beach, from the beach, you’ll take in amazing views Bay, this is a great spot for a beach holiday. this is a superb central location. You’ll love the from your balcony and floor to ceiling windows. Take a walk along the Esplanade and spend the fantastic lagoon-style swimming pool with Dining-wise, there’s plenty of al fresco options day exploring the shops, followed by a casual waterslides, surrounded by lovely tropical nearby and the shops of Griffith St are behind beachside meal at a café, or take the plunge gardens – lie back and relax poolside! When you the resort. If you’re into day trips this is a superb and cool down with a swim at the beach or in feel like an outing, Byron Bay is just under an base as it’s just a short drive from the national the resort’s pool. hour’s drive south, Surfers Paradise 30 minutes parks and the hinterland. to the North and just over an hour to the west.

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Dreamworld WhiteWater World

It doesn’t matter how much of a thrill seeker you are, there’s something to There’s nine awesome water slides, and a couple of our favourites are The suit everyone. There’s the `Big 8’ thrill rides for some of the most spine- Wedgie (where the trap door opens and you plummet feet first down the tingling, heart pumping scream rides in the country, and the family rides pipe) and the Super Tubes HyrdoCoaster, a rollercoaster on water with twists cater to the younger thrill seekers, including the DreamWorks Experience & turns, propelling you up the steepest of inclines at high speeds. There’s and Wiggles World. Those who love their feet firmly planted on the ground plenty of fun for the younger kids with a water playground, water park and can check out Tiger Island. a wave pool.

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Dreamworld and WhiteWater World are next to each other and you can Take a ride in one of the world’s fastest elevators to the highest point above spend all day bouncing between them with a World Pass. Start the day the Gold Coast where you’ll have 360° spectacular views of the stunning with the Big 8 Thrill Rides at Dreamworld before taking on the torrents at golden beaches, sprawling city, lush green hinterland and beyond. If you’re WhiteWater World. Make the fun last even longer with a Holiday World Pass after more than views you might be brave enough to try SkyPoint Climb, that gives you unlimited access to Dreamworld and WhiteWater World for Australia’s highest external building walk, taking you on a journey reaching 21 consecutive days. 270 metres into the sky. ADMISSION: Daily ADMISSION: Daily

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Warner Bros. Movie World Sea World

Become lost in a world of fantasy and fun, meet your favourite super-heroes Get below the surface to discover a world of fun and adventure at Sea and experience the world-class adventure rides and movie attractions. Get World! Flip out with the dolphins, seal a new friendship with a kiss or dare ready for the thrilling battle on Justice League 3D – The Ride, a 3D interactive to dive with the predators of the deep! Experience a host of exciting rides, ride experience. The thrills continue with the GREEN LANTERN coaster and shows and attractions including the amazing new Dinosaur Island, and a Superman Escape. Don’t miss the multi-million dollar live action stunt show paradise for seals at Seal Island. Hollywood Stunt Driver and the kids will love the colourful Kids’ WB! Fun Zone. Ask us about seasonal whale watching cruises.

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Wet ‘n’ Wild Water World Super Pass

Dive into a splashtacular family day out at Wet`n’Wild Water World, where If you’re on holiday on the Gold Coast then chances are there will be more summer is endless and so is the fun. Wet`n’Wild offers a world class line-up than one of these theme parks that will take your fancy. That is why we of pools and slides for the young and young at heart, including the awesome have the Super Pass – this lets you make the most of your visit with 28 days new Constrictor featuring the tightest banking turns in the world. And during of fun with unlimited access to Movie World, Sea World and Wet ‘n’ Wild the cooler months all attractions are heated for an endless summer of fun! Water World for 28 days.

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Croc Express Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Dracula’s Cabaret Restaurant

Jump on the Croc Express which will transfer A fun day out where you’ll have the chance to Inside the Gothic castle, treat yourself to a night you to Australia Zoo, 2 hours north of the Gold get up and close to some amazing Australian out that combines dining and entertainment Coast, where you’ll spend the day. You’ll have Wildlife. You’ll see cuddly koalas, feed a in a very different way. Ride the ghost train time to really experience the best of Australia kangaroo or wild Lorikeet, hold a baby croc into the Theatre of the Vampire, be served by Zoo. This ever-expanding and changing wildlife and get adventurous on the tree tops ropes weird waiters, feast on a 3-course dinner and Theme Park is too good to rush. Check out the course. After dark, Currumbin comes alive with sample exotic cocktails from the Graveyard crocs, tigers, elephants and visit the world-class an evening of Indigenous Australian culture Cocktail Lounge. Then be entertained by a wildlife hospital. The Wildlife Warriors show in including an Aboriginal performance and Kup cabaret show with a horror twist, comedy and the Crocoseum showcases snakes, free-flight Murri feast for dinner. wicked burlesque. For extra thrills a visit to The birds and massive crocodiles. Haunted House offers an amazing interactive journey through labyrinths of spooky passages, a museum of weird collectibles, dare doors and state-of-the-art special effects.

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Australian Outback Spectacular - Holden - The Driving Centre Paradise Jet Boating Spirit of the Horse One of Australia’s most legendary stories Strap yourself in and hang on for a great NZ is the Jet boating capital of the world – now is retold as Australian Outback Spectacular experience! Enjoy the thrill of 4 Hot Laps in a you can experience it ‘Aussie Style’ – sun, surf celebrates the courageous spirit of the V8 SS Commodore where you’re driven by a & sand, and no heated handrails! Operating Australian horse and commemorates the legend professional instructor who’ll take you on the in areas exclusive to Paradise Jet boating, that is Phar Lap. With an amazing cast of larger ride of your life or, if you think you have what the rides are famous for their mix of Jet boat than life characters, magnificent animals, it takes, drive a V8 race car yourself on the V8 thrills AND stunning scenery & sightseeing. stunning special effects and a delicious three Superschool Rookie Program. Don’t fret, you Experience full 360° spins, high speed drifting, course dinner, it’s the Gold Coast and Australia’s can choose in advance if you want to drive a beach buzzing and other exciting manoeuvres newest must see live show, proudly presented Holden or Ford. in only 10cms of water while you explore the by R.M.Williams. Gold Coast’s unique Broadwater.

DEPARTS: Tue-Sat DEPARTS: Daily DEPARTS: Daily on the hour DURATION: 2.5 hours DURATION: 10 minutes DURATION: 55 minutes

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Sunshine Coast Steve Irwin’s family was onto something when they started their enterprise in 1970. Its incredible growth in popularity since then has been mirrored by that of the Sunshine Coast itself. Of course you don’t have to be into reptiles to have a great time in this region: you can learn to surf, walk the coastline for miles through a National Park and finally enjoy fish and chips or a gourmet meal as the sun goes down. The laidback, outdoor lifestyle is one you’ll adjust to very quickly! Choose from kilometres of fabulous beaches, from Caloundra in the south to Cooloola in the north (which also serves as gateway to Fraser Island). When you tire of beaches, the cooking schools and day spas will compete for your attention, along with championship golf courses and, of course, that world-famous zoo.

Our favourite things to see & do

• HINTERLAND – Stretching from the World-Heritage listed Glass House Mountains, through the and up to the scenic Mary Valley. This part of the coast is home to stunning views, rainforest walks, fresh produce, local wines, fine arts and crafts.

• MARKETS – Head to one of the local, hinterland or seaside markets. Stock up on local produce, specialty fare and original creations. "Make it, bake it, grow it or sew it" is the ethos of the famous Eumundi Market.

• AUSTRALIA ZOO – With plenty of wildlife action every day, including exciting croc shows, knowledgeable zoo keepers to chat with and lots of drop-dead gorgeous animals who can’t wait to get up close and personal with you.

• CALOUNDRA COASTAL PATH – Follow the 25km coastal path from Golden Beach in the south to Point Cartwright in the north, passing through spectacular scenery of lakes, creeks and surf beaches.

• DINING OUT – Try an award-winning restaurant, seafood fresh from the trawlers or enjoy a classic Aussie meal at one of the many Surf Clubs – whatever your taste buds crave, you are sure to be satisfied.

• GOLF – Tee off against spectacular scenic backdrops at one of the Sunshine Coast’s championship golf courses. Choose from Greg Norman-designed Pelican Waters Golf Club, Twin Waters or Hyatt Regency Coolum – the home of the Australian PGA championship, Peregian Springs (members only) and Noosa Springs Golf Resort and Spa.

– A short walk from Noosa’s Hastings Street is the Noosa National Park. Stroll through the park and spot koalas dozing in the trees, swim or surf at coves and beaches found around the scenic headlands, and retreat into the cool forests of the inland tracks. 14 Noosa Noosa is a superb spot for a stylish holiday, blending unspoilt nature with refined culture. There’s Noosa’s National Park which teems with wildlife, its forested edges scalloped with perfect beaches, and it’s only a ten-minute walk from the elegant shopping strip of Hastings Street. It offers stylish restaurants, trendy cafés, bars, designer fashion boutiques and is just a few steps from Noosa Main Beach. A five-minute drive or a leisurely ferry ride up the Noosa River takes you to neighbouring Noosaville, growing in reputation for dining and shopping. Noosaville takes full advantage of its riverfront location, with plenty of playgrounds, barbecue areas, walking tracks and fishing platforms along the river.

Noosa Accommodation

1 2 3 Ivory Palms Resort Culgoa Point Beach Resort Coral Beach Noosa Resort

This family-friendly resort in Noosaville is If you’re looking for a laid back holiday in a This resort with its spacious townhouses and minutes from the Noosa River and offers quiet location, this gem on the edge of the three lagoon pools is set amongst lush tropical something for everyone. Sit back and relax by Noosa River is right for you. It has its own sandy gardens and is just a two minute walk to one of the four pools while the kids battle it out beach, swimming pools and BBQs. Have a Gympie Terrace and the Noosa River Parklands on the tennis courts and games area, or play in game of tennis, a refreshing swim, then enjoy – here you’ll find playgrounds, ferry stops, picnic the kids club. This is also a great spot to head sunset drinks and BBQ that fish you caught this BBQ areas, riverside walking tracks and plenty of out and explore all that this lovely area has to morning. Or you can catch a ferry and spoil cafés and restaurants. Noosa Heads is just a few offer. It’s not uncommon to see a koala in it’s yourself at one of the many restaurants on minutes’ drive away and here you’ll find Hastings natural habitat round Noosa. Gympie Terrace or Hastings Street. Street, Main Beach and Noosa National Park.

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Laguna Bay NORTH SHORE Makepeace GREAT SANDY North Head Island NATIONAL PARK

HA Main Beach STIN GS ST Sheep 4 Island Noosa Inlet 6 Noosa Sound NATIONAL 7 NOOSA PARK 2 HEADS MUNNA PT 5 Goat Island NOOSA NOOSA Noosa River HILL NATIONAL D A PARK CE V GYMPIE T ID Doonella 1 3 NOOSAVILLE LO Lake W WAY GIBSON RD

Weyba Creek

NOOSA WATERS

4 5 BreakFree French Quarter Noosa Crest

Smack bang in the centre of Noosa is famous Hastings Street lined with From your elegant perch high on the hill, you can literally see forever – from boutiques, restaurants and cafés oozing seaside charm. And right here is where the Hinterland to the coast. There’s a private rainforest boardwalk so you you’ll be located – in this great resort that surrounds the big lagoon pool and can get back to nature, but the shops and restaurants are all right there too. is set amongst tropical gardens. Cross the road and you’re at the beach, where Top it off with tennis courts, pools and spas, and you’re all set for a superb you can walk to Noosa National Park with it’s lovely coves and walking tracks. holiday in your home away from home.

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6 7 The Sebel Resort Noosa Outrigger Little Hastings Street Resort & Spa

A prime spot along Hastings Street, this is the place to stay if you like For a refreshingly different yet indulgent holiday escape, this tranquil resort is the everything on your doorstep. Relax with a coffee at one of the many place to be. This village-style resort occupies a prime location beside the national cafés and watch the world go by, check out the boutique stores and in the park and is a 500 metre stroll or buggy ride from the cosmopolitan dining and evenings try out the great restaurants. The main beach with its beachside fashion hub of Hastings Street and Noosa’s main beach, Laguna Bay. Nature boardwalk is right there too, perfect for that daily stroll. melds with indulgence in these beautifully appointed serviced apartments.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Coolum, Maroochydore & Surrounds This part of the coast is a great playground for golfers – there’s the luxury of Palmer Coolum Resort (home to the Australian PGA), Mount Coolum Golf Club with its original Queenslander club house and the championship course at Twin Waters. But if golf isn’t your cup of tea you might want to head to bustling Maroochydore with its great beach, river precinct and shopping, or enjoy the relaxed vibe and uncrowded white sand beaches of Coolum, Mudjimba and Marcoola. Take a wander along the Coolum Boardwalk and you’ll reach Point Perry, a small headland that gives you great views of the coast right up to Noosa. It’s also one of the best land based whale watching spots – the season is June to October.

Coolum, Maroochydore & Surrounds Accommodation

Beach Retreat Coolum The Sebel Maroochydore

This seaside retreat is on the Esplande opposite the patrolled beach on the Just across the road from the beach, this is a great possie whether you’re here waterfront at Coolum. You can enjoy a heated swimming pool, spas, sauna, to explore or just to relax. You can start the day with a walk along the miles wading pool, ocean view BBQ area, games room and onsite café, perfect for of beach, stopping for a morning coffee or jumping in the sea to cool down. couples and families alike. A boardwalk takes you down to the village cafés, You’re also spoilt for choice around here with the fabulous restaurants along Surf & Bowling Clubs where you can enjoy a laid back evening out. Duporth Ave perfect for a lingering lunch.

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Grand Mercure Twin Waters Palmer Resort Coolum

This unique beachside retreat is a collection of apartments situated in an Fronted by a privately patrolled beach, the whole family will enjoy the resort’s exclusive gated precinct, bordered by the Mudjimba surf beach, the Maroochy superb facilities. Play on Australia’s PGA Championship Golf Course, and there’s River and a private man-made swimming lagoon. You can also use the also a kids club, 7 tennis courts, and nine pools, so you’ll always find a spot to facilities at the next door Novotel which means you have access to pools stretch poolside on a deck chair. The main pool is near the Village Square and galore, a day spa, the Novotel Circus School and nearby Twin Waters Golf Club. has a wading pool for the kids and plenty of shade so you can linger all day.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Alexandra Headlands Known as ‘Alex’ to the locals, this is a chilled out town sitting on what is called the Sunshine Strip – between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore. It is more laid back than its neighbours, but you’re still close enough to walk there if you feel like a wander and a bit more hustle and bustle. This really is a place to just sit back and relax, pack a picnic and head down to the beach for a day relaxing on the white sand. Even though the rocky headland is some of the best surf on the Queensland coast, swimmers can also enjoy the rolling surf on the patrolled beach. You can even get amongst it yourself, with plenty of places to sign up for a surf lesson or to rent boards. When it’s time for dinner, most of the restaurants are on the Parade running along the beach and there is plenty of choice, or you can make use of the public BBQs that are by the beach and enjoy a casual dinner while you watch the sun go down over the sea – perfect!

Alexandra Headlands Accommodation

Ocean View Apartment BreakFree Alexandra Beach Grand Palais Oaks Seaforth Resort

This is a great family resort directly across Overlooking the beach, with the patrolled You’ll love the location and the facilities of the road from the patrolled golden beach at swimming area right on your doorstep, you can’t these family-friendly apartments. There’s a neat Alexandra Headland. The resort is designed help but soak up the best of what the Sunshine lagoon pool with a sandy `beach’ and wading around a great 150 metre tropical lagoon pool, Coast has to offer. For a change of scene it’s area that the kids will love, along with a lap with water slides, as well as 2 other pools, spas only a 15 minute scenic walk to Mooloolaba in pool, spa and poolside BBQs. The beach is just and an adventure playground – heaps to keeps one direction and around a 20 minute walk to across the road and it’s less than a 5 minute the kids entertained. If you fancy a meal out, Maroochydore in the other – so you have plenty walk along the Parade (or sand) to the patrolled take a stroll to the surf club where you can of choice when it comes to wining and dining. area and to the heart of town. Enjoy the spa enjoy a meal right on the beach. bath in your room then relax on your balcony.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Mooloolaba This is an ideal spot for a relaxing break. You can step out of your apartment onto the pure white sand of Mooloolaba Beach within two minutes, wander up the road to Mooloolaba Spit for calm, sheltered swimming and excellent seafood cafés or shop and dine along the beachfront esplanade, full of outdoor cafés, juice bars, al fresco restaurants and boutiques. The main beach is one of the safest surf beaches in Australia and is patrolled every day of the year. It is just so easy to hang out at the beach, popping across the road for lunch at the various esplanade cafés. It’s a great place for couples as well as families, with grassy parklands, BBQ’s and children’s playgrounds lining the beach.

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Mooloolaba Accommodation

Nautilus Mooloolaba Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Just a minute’s walk from the river, wharf, beach, shops, surf club and This is a great place for both couples and families – right across the road Underwater World, so whether you’re hitting the beach, looking for from the beach, with heaps of beach-side cafés and ice-cream parlours somewhere to eat, or heading out on an adventure everything is super lining the waterfront and a supermarket next door. Swim in the indoor/ handy. And when staying put, there’s a pool with waterfall, a kids wading outdoor pool or cross the Esplanade to the beach BBQs and playground. pool, spa, BBQ and even mini putt.

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Osprey Holiday Apartments Mantra Zanzibar

At the northern end of Mooloolaba, it’s just a short stroll along the A holiday on the Sunshine Coast demands accommodation with great boardwalk to the heart of central Mooloolaba. Wander along, soak up the ocean views and this property won’t disappoint: every apartment offers relaxed atmosphere and take your pick from a huge variety of cafés and spectacular views of Mooloolaba Bay. It’s right across the road from the restaurants. Hot Pipis, just down the road, is a favourite, specialising in beach, so you can even soak up those views from its elevated, heated seafood delivered fresh from the local trawlers. swimming pool.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Caloundra Family friendly beaches, water activities galore and wonderful coastal and mountain views at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, this is the perfect bucket and spade holiday spot. There are a swag of different beaches to choose from - you can be swimming, surfing or just relaxing at Kings Beach in the morning and at Bulcock Beach or Golden Beach after lunch. If you want to get away from the crowds then try out the lesser known beaches like Moffat, Shelly, Dicky, Currimundi and Kawana Waters. You really are spoilt for choice. Then there is the tranquil water of Pumicestone Passage, sheltered by . You can canoe, windsurf, waterski or fish then cook up your catch on the BBQs dotted along the foreshore. Another must do is a walk along some, or all, of the Caloundra Coastal Path that stretches from Golden Beach to Point Cartwright, along some of the most scenic shorelines you could ever wish to see.

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Caloundra Accommodation

Portobello By The Sea BreakFree Grand Pacific Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters

Just a few kms north of Caloundra at Dicky Positioned at the centre of all the action in Golf nuts know that the Sunshine Coast is Beach, this is a great spot for a quiet couples Caloundra, you can take your pick from the brimming with top golf courses and this resort, getaway or a family holiday. With a superb surrounding beaches or just sit poolside and inland from Caloundra, is adjacent to one of the patrolled beach at the front door and a large take in the sunshine and views of Pumicestone best – the Greg Norman designed Pelican Waters lagoon pool with wading area, you’ll be in Passage. If you don’t feel like cooking, you can Golf Course. With its enviable backdrop of the heaven. It’s next to a strip of shops, a couple of just walk out the front door and be amongst majestic Glasshouse Mountains this club offers cafés and restaurants, and a great fish and chip a huge variety of dining options – Thai, Italian, the golfing enthusiast one of the most rewarding shop that you’ll no doubt experience at least Modern Australian and even a live Rock n Roll courses on the Sunshine Coast. For the non once. Dicky Beach is a lovely spot that still has Restaurant called Velvet Waters. golfers how about treating yourself in the day that beach holiday charm. spa or relax poolside and watch the world go by?

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Australia Zoo Noosa Everglades BBQ Lunch Cruise

CRIKEY! It’s as wild as life gets at the home of the Crocodile Hunter, where Experience a different side to the Sunshine Coast on this river cruise through you’ll experience wildlife like no where else in the world. There are over 1,200 the Noosa Everglades. Cruise aboard a flat bottom boat as you navigate your animals and interactive wildlife shows daily – from tigers to otters, elephants way through the magnificent lakes and wetlands. There’s plenty of time to koalas and everything in between. Don’t miss the slithering, jaw-snapping to swim in the pristine waters, photograph abundant wildlife and enjoy a action of Australia Zoo’s Wildlife Warrior Show in the world famous Crocoseum. delicious BBQ Lunch.

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UnderWater World Fraser Day Tour

Experience the wonders of the sea, without getting wet. There are heaps Jump aboard a purpose built "Warrior" 4WD vehicle for a day of discovery of shows and presentations, but if you do want to get wet you can swim to World Heritage listed Fraser Island. This tour starts with morning tea on with the seals! Learn about the weird & wonderful, watch the playful otters the beach, followed by guided rainforest walks and a delicious Aussie BBQ or roll up your sleeves and explore the touch tank. lunch before a refreshing dip in Lake McKenzie. Keep an eye out for the infamous dingo.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Fraser Coast Fraser Island is the largest sand island in the world: 123 kilometres in length with striking sand cliffs, over 100 freshwater lakes, crystal clear flowing streams, dramatic shipwrecks, a thriving wild dingo population and the only subtropical rainforest where trees grow directly in the sand. It’s just one of the highlights of the Fraser Coast, just three and a half hours north of Brisbane. Another hot spot on this coast is Hervey Bay, considered Australia’s whale watching capital due to the annual visit made by humpback whales on their way from northern Queensland to Antarctica between July and November. If boating doesn’t appeal, take to the air in a plane, helicopter or microlite for a different perspective. Fishing, sailing and glass-bottomed boat trips, museums and art galleries, sheltered beaches and a mild climate – it’s little wonder that the region’s catchphrase is "Perfect by Nature".

Fraser Coast Accommodation

Kingfisher Bay Resort – Mantra Hervey Bay Fraser Island Adventure Package Fraser Island 2 nights

Take the 50 minute ferry ride from Hervey Bay to This is the place to stay either side of your Itching to explore the world’s largest sand one of Australia’s leading eco-tourism resorts. It’s Fraser Island visit, ideally located in the Urangan island? This two night package gives you the designed to minimise any effects on the natural Marina where boat trips and whale watching opportunity to see Fraser’s iconic beauty spots environment but still offers great facilities like tours depart from. It’s a short pleasant stroll – Seventy Five Mile Beach, Wanggoolba Creek a day spa and restaurants. Explore the rugged, to the great selection of shops, cafés and and Lake McKenzie, and cooling off in watering untamed wilderness from the hundreds of tracks restaurants at the marina. All rooms have holes, all from the comfort of an air-conditioned, criss-crossing the world’s largest sand island. Ask marina views from the balcony and you’ll love custom-designed 4WD coach. By day you’ll us about the Adventure Package, including a full relaxing poolside after your adventures. explore Fraser’s famous sand tracks and by night day 4WD tour and lunch. you’ll enjoy resort living.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Southern Great Barrier Reef Experience a unique holiday on the Southern Great Barrier Reef with the best of surf, sand, sea, thrills, breathtaking landscapes and amazing marine life. One of the natural wonders of the world is just a short ferry ride from the mainland and there are a number of island getaways where you can sink into your hammock with a good book under the soothing shade of a palm tree, or go for a snorkel to see the incredible marine life. As you explore the crystal-clear waters of the coral cay atolls you will soon understand why Jacques Cousteau lauded the Southern Great Barrier Reef as one of the world’s premier dive destinations. Enjoy the experience of a life time, one that you never expected, one that stays with you forever.

Southern Great Barrier Reef Accommodation

Mercure Capricorn Resort Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort Heron Island

What a great base to explore the Southern Barrier Imagine spending a few incredible days on This really is a special place, a natural coral cay Reef. Just a 50 minute drive from Rockhampton, a stunning coral cay island. Accommodation 72kms off the coast, a resort literally on the Great it’s located on a secluded coral reef coastline. options range from permanent safari-style Barrier Reef. You don’t have to take any special You’ll love the 20km of pristine beach frontage, tents with shared facilities to air conditioned boat trips to experience one of the wonders of which looks out towards the cool clear waters of beachfront suites, so it’s perfect for anyone the world – the reef, with a myriad of colourful the Great Barrier Reef and tropical islands of the who wants to explore this amazing marine eco- coral and reef fish is right off the beach. A real neighbouring Keppel Island Group. You can just system. Best of all, there are no phones, TVs or nature lover’s paradise! The resort also offers an relax by the big lagoon pool, practise your swing radios so you can focus on the incredible marine array of activities for those who like to explore on the golf course or make use of the heap of life and laidback island atmosphere. and laze on beaches far from crowds, with no reef free activities and water sports. "day-trippers" to spoil the peace and quiet.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Whitsundays Are you longing to escape the rat race for a week or two and embrace a more leisurely pace of life? A week spent in the stunning will feel like a month, as time slows down and your biggest decision is whether to have another cocktail poolside or squeeze in another snorkelling trip before dinner. You don’t need Photoshop expertise to capture the incredible colours of the water that surrounds these islands. Tiny particles of coral sand in the water scatter the sunlight as it enters the water, causing that astonishing glow that will elicit sighs of envy from the folks back home when they see your holiday snaps. The islands themselves rise up out of the Coral Sea and are cloaked in lush rainforest – the perfect contrast to white sand and blue water.

Our favourite things to see & do

• THE GREAT BARRIER REEF – The world’s largest living structure, the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef is just a short trip from the Whitsundays.

• HEART REEF – This is a stunning composition of coral that has naturally formed into the shape of a heart. Located in Hardy Relaxing on Whitehaven Beach is pure magic. Reef, Heart Reef is best experienced from the air by helicopter or seaplane, as visitors are unable to snorkel or dive there due its protected status.

• SAILING – Be the master of your own destiny and charter a yacht to skipper yourself, or take a cruise and let someone else do the sailing for you.

• SCENIC FLIGHTS – For a bird’s eye view take in the panorama of Whitsunday sailing - a great way the Whitsundays landscape from a seaplane or helicopter, or to explore. perhaps even a skydive!

• WHALE WATCHING – From June to September, whales are a common sight frolicking amongst the islands. There are currently no whale watching tours, but whale sightings are a free bonus on most day tours. A scenic flight over the reef gives you • PAMPERING – There’s nothing like a little indulgence on an incredible view. holiday and if you happen to find yourself on holiday in a little rain spell, it’s even better as there’s no need to feel guilty about missing hours of sunshine while being pampered indoors. A day out on the reef is a `must do’ in the Whitsundays. 24 Whitsundays Map

Whitsundays Transfer Information

Hamilton Island to: Airlie Beach (Abel Point Marina or Hamilton Island Resorts: Private resort transfer Shute Harbour) to: Hayman Great Barrier Reef: Private luxury launch transfer, Hamilton Island Resorts: Launch transfer seaplane or helicopter Hayman Great Barrier Reef: Private luxury launch transfer Daydream Island Resort: Launch transfer Daydream Island: Launch transfer Airlie Beach: Launch transfer

25 Airlie Beach The Whitsunday Coast is an inviting peninsula that stretches from the central town of Airlie Beach to secluded beaches along the coastline and inland to the hinterland. Airlie Beach is a lively place with restaurants, bars, a beautiful swimming lagoon set in parkland overlooking the islands, and a strip of shops, boutiques and cafés to enjoy during the day. It is the main launching pad for activities and adventures in the Whitsundays and feels almost as tropical as staying on an island, but with the conveniences of modern life like supermarkets, banks, restaurants and shopping. It is the epicentre of access to the islands and the reef by day, and by night has great nightlife.

Airlie Beach Accommodation

at Whitsunday Vista Resort at Waters Edge Resort Peppers Airlie Beach

Directly across from the Port of Airlie this is the Step outside this wee oasis and you can wander Set at the base of the Conway Ranges and perfect stepping off point for the magnificent past whitewashed houses and along narrow looking out to the picturesque Whitsunday Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier serene streets opening out to wide plazas. Take Islands, you can expect great views from your Reef. Sit on your private balcony and enjoy shade under an orange tree or settle in at one sophisticated, tropical surroundings. Airlie Beach the breathtaking views of the Coral Sea and of the many restaurants and cafés in the area. village is 700 metres away, with a regular Whitsunday Islands. It’s just a five minute stroll For a great night out try El Modesto restaurant shuttle if you don’t feel like the walk, where to the bustling seaside resort village where right next door to the hotel, as it has a truly there are plenty of shops, cafés, clubs and pubs. there’s some great shopping, restaurants, and the mouth-watering menu. If you are more about relaxing, you’ll love the famous swimming lagoon. apartment’s wide breezy verandas, great onsite restaurant, endota spa and pool.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Hamilton Island Hamilton Island is situated in the middle of Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands and at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Here you’ll experience beautiful natural surrounds, calm waters, warm weather, fascinating coral reefs and diverse flora and fauna. There are enough activities on Hamilton Island to keep you entertained for weeks, from snorkelling the reef, to sea kayaking and scenic helicopter flights. When it comes to food and wine Hamilton Island does casual and fine dining, with almost as many eating options as you’d expect to find on the mainland. With direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane & Cairns or a 30 minute ferry ride from the mainland, Hamilton Island is the ultimate Great Barrier Reef getaway.

Hamilton Island Accommodation

2 bedroom Resortside Apartment Palm Bungalows Hamilton Island Holiday Homes –

If you’re looking for a relaxed holiday, you can’t beat these freestanding The perfect option if you’re looking for privacy and independence. Scattered bungalows. They’re simple, charming, set in tropical landscaped gardens over the island, there’s a variety of styles in one to four bedrooms. so there’s and are perfect for couples or small families. Each has their own deck with one to suit everyone. All have a fully equipped kitchen and laundry as well as outdoor furniture where you can enjoy the garden views. The island’s main shared landscaped gardens and swimming pools – and you have the use of a swimming pool, shops and restaurants of Marina Village just minutes away. golf buggy, so you are always within easy reach of the island’s facilities.

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Reef View Hotel Beach Club

Your private balcony is going to see a fair bit of you over your stay here, it Awaken to absolute beachfront views at this boutique retreat exclusively is the perfect place for a pre dinner drink to just relax and soak up the island for adults. Surrounded by landscaped gardens on Catseye Beach this is the vibe. The views of Catseye Beach from the Coral Sea View rooms are amongst epitome of a romantic getaway. All rooms have a private courtyard or balcony the best in the world. The hotel has its own pool, lounge & restaurant for you looking onto palm-fringed beach and the Coral Sea. The beach area in front of to make use of and you also get free access to the sports club. the hotel and exclusive infinity pool make for a peaceful retreat.

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qualia

qualia is a unique Australian expression of world-class luxury and recently earned the prestigious title of Best Resort in the World in the 2012 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. It is nestled into the secluded, northern-most tip of Hamilton Island, surrounded by the unsurpassed beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. qualia’s sun-drenched northern aspect provides the ideal location to appreciate the passing beauty of each day, with a choice of 60 individual pavilions, some incorporating private plunge pools. qualia is a truly special place where everything has been meticulously considered to relax the mind yet completely spoil the senses. It’s what is referred to as the ‘qualia effect’.

qualia facilities include two serene pools, a library, private dining room, two bars and restaurants and a fitness centre. And for a truly memorable experience step inside Spa qualia, which offers an extensive range of luxurious local and international treatments. Guests also have their own two-seater golf buggy, allowing the rest of the Island to be explored at a leisurely pace.

qualia is a member of Luxury Lodges of Australia, celebrating Australia’s new breed of experiential luxury.

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Daydream Island Resort & Spa

The name alone is a pretty good indication of what you can expect from your stay here, with all rooms framed by magnificent views of secluded beaches or lovely rainforest – it’s easy to believe you’ve left the real world behind.

Feed sharks and stingrays at the world’s largest outdoor aquarium, experience diving and snorkelling off the fabulous fringing coral reef or get out on the water with the wide range of water sports available. If you prefer your feet to be on solid ground there’s tennis courts, an Australian themed mini-golf course and a 44-foot outdoor cinema.

When you’re ready to put your feet up, the rejuvenation spa is fantastic and the lagoon pools superb!

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Ocean Balcony Room

Hayman Great Barrier Reef

Australia’s most awarded five-star resort will take you into an exclusive realm of unsurpassed luxury, total relaxation, indulgent dining, Great Barrier Reef adventures and breathtaking scenery. Another string to Hayman’s bow is its reputation as a foodies paradise. The chef’s are award winning, and there are 4 restaurants to choose from, as well as some fantastic dining experiences – the once a week "Chefs Table" gourmet extravaganza or ‘Hayman Gourmet’ where you can enjoy a meal outdoors almost anywhere on, or off, the island.

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Whitehaven Beach Whitsunday Islands & Great Barrier Reef Adventures Camira Sailing Adventure Whitehaven Beach Cruise onboard `Seaflight’, the Whitsunday’s Experience a full day sailing adventure through With an informative commentary of the history premier day cruise vessel, and experience the the Whitsunday Islands National Park onboard and natural wonders of the area, this scenic ultimate outer Great Barrier Reef trip. Enjoy Camira, one of the world’s fastest commercial cruise takes you past some of the Whitsundays the activities and facilities at the spacious reef sailing catamarans with sleek lines and remote areas, beautiful bays, peaceful islands pontoon, including an underwater viewing spacious deck areas. Explore beautiful beaches and onto dazzling Whitehaven Beach. This is chamber, snorkelling equipment, a water slide, and bays with snorkelling stops en route to a must see with crystal clear aqua waters and semi-submersible and glass bottom boat rides! the famous and iconic Whitehaven Beach. Sink pristine white silica sand stretching for over Optional activities include scenic helicopter rides, your toes into the stunning white silica sand seven kilometres along Whitsunday Island, the ‘Calm Experience’ massage and intro or certified and crystal clear waters. Relax on the beach largest of the 74 islands in the Whitsundays. diving – explore the underwater wonderland of or join in with the beach activities. Includes Wander along the beach to your own secluded magnificent corals and abundance of fish and an all you can eat BBQ lunch, morning and stretch, laze on the beach or cool off in the marine life. Curb your hunger with morning and afternoon tea as well as all beverages! An azure waters. afternoon tea and a sumptuous buffet lunch. awesome day out on the water.

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HeliReef Discovery Tour Solway Lass Barefoot Lazy Day and Night

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the natural Spend three incredible days and nights Enjoy the facilities of Long Island Resort – chill in wonders of the world, and seeing it from exploring the Whitsunday Islands on this a beach hammock, laze by the pool or snorkel the air adds another dimension to an already beautiful sailing ship that’s more than 100 years the inner reef sites just 150m offshore. Take unforgettable experience. Soak up the old. You can take part in the sailing experience in the great outdoors on the 20km of scenic breathtaking views and capture incredible by hoisting sails and steering, or you can find walking tracks and find your own secluded photos over the Whitsunday Islands, your own deckspace to relax, sunbathe and bay! There are tennis courts, a mini-golf course Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and Heart Reef, enjoy the views of the Whitsunday Islands. and free non-motorised watersports. Next day, then experience the Reef from the pontoon Enjoy a cold drink in the bar, take a swing on discover the spectacular Whitsunday Islands at Knuckle Reef Lagoon. the 50-foot Tarzan rope, then finish the day in National Park and magnificent Whitehaven the outdoor dining room watching the sunset Beach on a Camira Day Sailing Adventure. Enjoy over the Whitsundays. swimming, snorkelling, beautiful beaches and bays and the thrill of sailing.

DEPARTS: Daily DEPARTS: Tue, Sat DEPARTS: Daily DURATION: 3 hours (2 hours on pontoon) DURATION: 3 days/3 nights DURATION: 2 days/1 night

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Tropical North Queensland This is where the rainforest meets the reef – there are few places on earth that can boast such unique natural attractions. There’s the Great Barrier Reef offering dazzling coral and sea life and the superb World Heritage listed tropical rainforests within easy reach. 75 kilometres north of Cairns is the Daintree, a World Heritage rainforest of 1200 square kilometres that’s home to an unbelievable number of marsupials, frogs, insects, plants and birds. Then there is the reef that has thirty species of whales, dolphins and porpoises, six species of turtles and that not so pretty dugong. You’ll love the consistently warm temperatures (even in midwinter, 17 degrees is a cold day!), the laid back people and the outdoor lifestyle.

Our favourite things to see & do Lizard Island CAPE YORK • THE GREAT BARRIER REEF – The hundreds of islands PENINSULA and reefs that make up the Reef are what dreams are made of, whether it’s large islands made for exploration, sophisticated romantic retreats or secluded coral atolls. CORAL SEA Take a flight over the Reef, observe its wonders from underwater, dive into the deep or cruise over it on a yacht – the Reef’s spectacular beauty will take your breath away. Laura Cooktown • GOLFER’S PARADISE – Tee off with your own clubs at local courses or hire a buggy and clubs and experience a championship course. GREAT CAPE TRIBULATION BARRIER • RAINFORESTS & NATIONAL PARKS – A haven of cool lush NATIONAL PARK REEF greenery, trickling streams and exotic wildlife. Take a dip in the cool waters as you watch fish darting below and Daintree flashes of blue from kingfishers and butterflies flitting DAINTREE NATIONAL PARK around a canyon of towering greenery. Mossman Port Douglas • ATHERTON TABLELANDS – On a rolling plateaux around MOUNT MOLLOY Palm Cove Green Island 700m above sea level this breathtaking and diverse area Clifton Beach Trinity Beach is a land of lakes, waterfalls and rainforest. It’s a great Kuranda place to escape the heat of the coast and it’s just over an Fitzroy Island Mareeba hour from Cairns. CAIRNS Chillagoe • TROPICAL FOOD – TNQ is home to a huge array of tropical Yungaburra CAIRNS Atherton fruits, tea & coffee plantations, and fruit wineries all HIGHLANDS WOOROONOORAN complimented by some of the freshest seafood around. Herberton NATIONAL PARK Head out and explore tasting the local delicacies. Innisfail Ravenshoe • ADVENTURE – If you’re looking for some excitement, Mt Garnet Bingil Bay diving, sailing and snorkelling are fairly obvious choices, Mission Beach but how about white water rafting on the Tully River, fishing for black marlin in the Coral Sea or bungy jumping from a purpose built tower in the rainforest? UNDARA VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK

31 Cairns Cairns is much more than the arrival gateway to Tropical North Queensland. In the mornings you can stroll down to the marina to watch the reef boats depart, then head for your favourite spot amidst the eateries, juice bars and ice-cream parlours that line the bustling esplanade. The whole town has a colour and vibrancy that lasts from the early hours of the morning until late at night. You can share picnic tables and BBQs along the waterfront with tourists from all nations, or spend some time in the esplanade’s 4,800 square metre patrolled swimming pool. Cairns is a great jumping-off point for the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkelling, scuba, sailing: it’s all so accessible, you’ll need a few extra days just to recover!

Our favourite things to see & do

• THE CAIRNS RAINFOREST DOME – Is home to over 60 species of rainforest animals. It’s enclosed by a 20 metre glass dome that encloses a habitat that is as close as possible to their natural habitat.

• CAIRNS ZOO – It’s set in 6 hectares of gardens and offers plenty of opportunities to interact with native wildlife. They even offer a night-time experience, complete with Aussie BBQ.

• KURANDA SCENIC RAILWAY – Discover the pioneering history of the tropical north from way back in the late 5 1800s, be astounded by a magnificent engineering feat and explore some of the great characters involved in the construction of this railway.

• MARKETS – Including Cairns, Kuranda and Yungaburra 1 6 where you can satisfy your souvenir requirements or 4

pick up beautiful local produce. 3 BUCHAN STREET 2 • KURANDA – The picturesque mountain retreat of Kuranda 4 Village is just 25kms northwest of Cairns and is a vibrant little town surrounded by World Heritage Rainforest. TO Historic Buildings now house a variety of restaurants, INNISFAIL, TOWNSVILLE cafés and bars. Particularly popular for its collection of indigenous art.

AUMULLER STREET SPENCE STREET • SKYRAIL RAINFOREST CABLEWAY – An unforgettable BUCHAN STREET gondola ride over tropical rainforests and deep into the forest. Spanning seven and half kilometres, the FEARNLEY STREET KENNY STREET comfortable six person gondola cabins glide just metres HARTLEY STREET above the canopy providing uninterrupted views of the

rainforest, Cairns, Coral Sea and lush highlands. COOK STREET

COMPORT STREET • NORTHERN BEACHES – Just a short drive away and you have the choice of some superb golden sand and palm AUMULLER STREET

fringed beaches to chill out at for the day. RAY JONES DRIVE

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REDDEN STREET Cairns Accommodation

1 2 3 Discovery Cairns Southern Cross Atrium BreakFree Royal Harbour Apartments

This is such an easy hotel to get to, located Linked by pathways, these apartments are built With a great waterfront location overlooking just 500 metres from Cairns city centre and a in an atrium style. There are three different and the Cairns Lagoon, you are 5 minute stroll to the Esplanade. If you stay pool areas which have great BBQ areas, perfect perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of this on a Saturday be sure to wander over to the for making the most of the warm evenings vibrant tropical city. You’re just seconds from Esplanade markets with live entertainment and and dining al fresco, and some rooms overlook the bustling Esplanade’s restaurants and cafés, locally made arts and crafts. The property is set these. It’s less than a 10 minute walk to the and handy to the sightseeing options of the reef in tropical surrounds, the rooms have balconies Esplanade and right next door is Cairns’ big mall and rainforest. The apartments have private perfect for sitting back and putting your feet up which has all the big Australian shops as well as balconies and if you opt for a waterfront view, and there are a couple of pools to cool off in. a supermarket, so really handy for stocking up these are great spots to watch the boats go on The bistro is a great place to wind down in the on supplies for your holiday. their way out to the Great Barrier Reef. evening with a refreshing drink and tasty meal.

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4 5 6 Mantra Esplanade Rydges Esplanade Resort Mantra Trilogy

You’ll love the location right on the Esplanade This is a great choice if you prefer to be in a Right on the Esplanade you have everything – step outside and you are amongst the quieter part of town – but not so far away that you need right on your doorstep. It’s just a few hustle and bustle of Cairns with shops, cafés, you can’t easily enjoy it! It is just a 5-10 minute minutes walk to the Casino, mall and the man- restaurants and bars all literally on your stroll along the waterfront to the centre of town made lagoon. It also a quick stroll down to the doorstep. Directly across the road you’ll find so you can still soak up the atmosphere before marina (where the reef tours depart) and where the Esplanade Lagoon, a 4800 sqm saltwater returning home in the evening. There are three there are great restaurants to choose from. swimming pool which is popular with both pools, the main one set in a tropical garden, However if you don’t want to venture out, you tourists and locals and then just past the gym and tennis courts so even if you feel like a can just laze on the sun deck by the pool which lagoon is the marina. Here you can head off day at `home’ there’s plenty to do. overlooks the ocean. on your reef tour or choose from a selection of superb restaurants.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Trinity Beach If you really want to take time out and enjoy the quiet life, then Trinity Beach could be the place for you. It is a quiet, relaxed, beachside suburb just a 25 minute drive from Cairns. Enjoy a barbecue beachside, join the locals for a beer at a hotel with the best water views in town, cast a line from the shore or build a sandcastle with the kids. If you feel like getting out and about, the central location makes it perfect for exploring the rest of Tropical North Queensland, you’re just 15 minutes from Palm Cove and 45 minutes from Port Douglas, or venture further to the Atherton Tablelands or Daintree Rainforest and be home in time for dinner.

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Trinity Beach Accommodation

On The Beach – Trinity Beach Coral Sands – Trinity Beach

Literally a stone’s throw from the sandy shores and sparkling waters of Located directly opposite the palm fringed beachfront at Trinity Beach and Trinity Beach, even the most affordable garden view apartments are just offering a wonderful village seaside atmosphere with excellent restaurants 40 metres from the sand. There are seven complexes, and each one has within walking distance. Alternatively, cater for yourself with two barbeque their own pool within lovely gardens which means there’s plenty of room areas nestled within lush tropical gardens, a well equipped kitchen in your for everyone. Enjoy a hearty lunch or dinner at one of the cosy BBQ areas apartment and even public transport and a supermarket close by. This is before taking time to relax on your sun drenched balcony. the perfect place to relax and unwind.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Palm Cove Just 20 minutes from Cairns, this laid back little town certainly lives up to its name – a cove with a white sand beach lined with palms and splendid views out to sea. There’s a fantastic selection of beautiful resorts, boutiques, restaurants and cafés lining the Esplanade. Although the town has gained in popularity it has still managed to keep its small town charm. You’ll find an array of day spas where you can pamper yourself silly. Or if you’re in the mood for some exploring try heading out to the Great Barrier Reef or check out Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures where you can cruise in the lagoon alongside the crocodiles. Finding the right place for a romantic getaway in this slice of paradise is easy!

Palm Cove Accommodation

Melaleuca Resort Mantra Amphora

Right on the Esplanade, this small resort has ocean facing apartments with Across the road from the beach, enjoy an early morning dip in the Coral Sea balconies where you can sit and watch the waves lap at the shore. The pool or bask in the sun beside the lagoon swimming pool with its coves and nooks and in-pool spas have rock features based on the local Mossman Gorge and shaded by trees. All rooms and apartments have balconies with garden or is set within tropical gardens. It’s surrounded by lawn with plenty of loungers, ocean views, the perfect space to kick back and relax as the sun disappears. If chairs and tables so you can find a shady spot or bask in the sun. dining out, just step out the front gate to discover a chic range of restaurants.

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Peppers Beach Club & Spa Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa

You can’t help but relax at this gorgeous resort in the heart of the village and Absolute beachfront, this magnificent resort is inspired by Asian simplicity just steps from the sea. The lagoon pool, with a sandy beach, is surrounded by offering you first class relaxation in beautiful Palm Cove. If you want total luxury palm trees and ample sun loungers. There is also the quieter rainforest pool, or this is it, with an on-site day spa, exquisite restaurant and some rooms that offer for total relaxation try the superb day spa. If you feel the need to earn your dip the option of a private plunge pool, swim-out or rooftop terrace. End your day there is a gym and tennis court. with a cocktail overlooking the lagoon pool before a sunset walk on the beach.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 +. Port Douglas Port Douglas is a relaxed seaside village that also serves as a jumping-off point for the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkelling, scuba diving, sailing, jetskiing: it’s all so accessible, you’ll need a few extra days in those spas just to recover. Perhaps surprisingly, this little town is home to some world-class restaurants, fashionable boutiques, spas and exclusive accommodation – it’s not unusual to rub shoulders with celebrities. It’s actually hard to believe this once sleepy fishing village has developed into the cosmopolitan seaside village it is today. Its infectious laid-back charm will lure you back time and time again. Despite its relatively small population (approx 3000 permanent residents), its attractions mean that at times it’s positively heaving with tourists, all keen to experience the Reef and the rainforest.

Our favourite things to see & do S I L AN D PT RD • MARKETS – Every Sunday Anzac Park Port Douglas comes DICKIE ST MURPHY ST alive with the famous Port Douglas markets. You can MACROSSAN ST

pick up some gorgeous locally handmade goods and 1 WARNER ST OWEN ST produce from a great variety of stalls with friendly, WHARF ST 3 MOWBRAY ST

chatty traders. Make sure you try a refreshing cup of GRANT ST 6 9

Sugar Cane Juice. ESPLANADE THE 7 8 • WILDLIFE HABITAT – Your chance to see indigenous Dickson MUDLO ST 2

GARRICK ST Inlet BLAKE ST DAVIDSON ST PORT ST animals in their natural environment. There are animals 5

SAND ST as diverse and unusual as crocodiles and tree kangaroos, along with the compulsory koalas and tropical birds. FOUR MILE BEACH • FOUR MILE BEACH – This is a stunning and justifiably DAVIDSON ST

popular stretch of white sand beach lined with palm MAHOGANY STPORT DOUGLAS ST trees. A morning walk or cycle along the beach is a great way to start your day.

• CANE TOAD RACES – Head to the Ironbar for a fun night 10 of cane toad racing! Grab a ticket at the bar and join the host and his toady racers for an hour of laughs. 11 • DIVING – Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a pro the scenery is out of this world... and the water’s warm.

• WINING & DINING – Port Douglas is home to amazing restaurants, and whether you’re after casual dining or something a little more upmarket there is loads of 4 choice. A couple of favourites are Salsa and 2 Fish.

• GREAT BARRIER REEF – Sailing, snorkelling, an island day trip, helicopter flight or reef pontoon – there are so many BALE DR ways to enjoy this World Heritage listed gem.

• DAINTREE RAINFOREST – Just 45 km north is another

World Heritage-listed area as spectacular as the Reef. It 12 is home to the most extensive range of rare plants and animals on earth, all within this 1200 sq km chunk of protected rainforest. TO CAIRNS 36 Port Douglas Accommodation

1 2 3 Regal Port Douglas Freestyle Resort Mantra Aqueous on Port

You get the best of both worlds here, right This is a superb spot to make the most of your Just off Macrossan Street, the hub of Port at the start of the restaurant strip in Port Port Douglas holiday and where the friendly Douglas, this is a fantastic spot for a getaway or Douglas, Macrossan St, but at the quieter managers will bend over backwards to make a family holiday. If you’re after some relaxation, end. Dining and exploring the galleries and your stay memorable. You’re just a short stroll laze by one of the four swimming pools or boutiques is a breeze, and when you fancy a from palm lined Four Mile Beach, and the wander to the beach. For some casual dining stroll along the impressive Four Mile Beach, it village centre which is home to boutiques, cafés make use of the BBQs and outdoor dining is less than a five minute walk away. All rooms and restaurants. Port Douglas is renowned for areas. Most rooms have pool views and all have have spa baths or outdoor jacuzzis and if you its dining options, so whether you’re after a fine private balconies, perfect for sipping a drink or feel like something special there’s a room with dining experience or a bucket of prawns and a relaxing in the spa pool which all rooms have a rooftop outdoor jacuzzi. beer you will be spoilt for choice. on their balconies – bliss.

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4 5 6 Oaks Lagoons Mantra PortSea Cayman Villas

It’s all about the water here – it’s just a three When you first step into the lobby you’ll This place feels like a tropical home away minute stroll to the beach and there are immediately slip into holiday mode with the from home – the apartments are spacious and six lagoon-style pools for you to splash in. timber ceiling fans, white washed buildings there are nice, private balconies with shutters If you’re on the ground floor you can even and the soothing sounds of cascading water. which act as an extra living area for those swim straight from your apartment’s balcony. Just 100 metres from the beach, the resort leisurely afternoons and evenings. You’re just There are ample BBQ facilities if you feel like is set around water with a lagoon style pool 150 metres from the huge array of restaurants dining in, or, just around the corner is `The (with swim-up bar and waterslide) and a lap in the village and only 200 metres to the Beach Shack’ a restaurant that is about as and plunge pool, all surrounded by tropical beach, but if you just don’t feel like moving Queensland as you can get with a laid back gardens. There’s also a tennis court if you need there is also a fabulous horizon heated pool ambience and sand floors! a challenge pre dip! and poolside BBQ facilities.

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One Bedroom Poolview Apartment 7 8 Shantara Resort Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments

If you’re looking for a relaxed, upmarket getaway then this is a superb These lovely apartments perfectly sum up what Port Douglas is all about: choice. You’ll leave this boutique, contemporary, kids-free haven feeling relaxed luxury. Located in a quiet spot, fifty metres is all that separates you totally rejuvenated after lazing around one of the two lagoon pools or being from Four Mile Beach. Just head out the back gate and stroll through the pampered at the day spa. When you’re ready to leave your oasis you can walkway framed by tropical trees and you’ll be on the sand. It is also only easily explore by foot. Take the five minute stroll to Macrossan Street where a five minute walk to the end of Macrossan Street where you can partake you’ll wander the `strip’ with its great selection of restaurants and cafés, in some retail therapy or relax with a drink in hand. The apartments are and peruse the boutiques & galleries. It’s also just a five minute walk to the luxurious, spacious and comfortable with a relaxed, homely feel and all famous palm fringed Four Mile Beach with its long stretch of golden sand, have great private balconies. The apartments and the secluded pools are perfect for the morning walk before breakfast on your balcony. surrounded by lush tropical gardens.

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Lagoon View Room 9 10 Peppers Beach Club Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas

With its elegant, open-air design and oversized lagoon pool you may feel If you want absolute beachfront, then this oasis of luxury is the only option, like you’re in a Mediterranean villa, not a resort in Port Douglas. Calming just a few minutes drive or a 20 minute stroll along the beach from the water features and lush gardens of tropical flowers and palms surround the village of Port Douglas. This haven has two hectares of swimmable lagoons, apartments, creating a relaxed and very tropical atmosphere. Laze by the complete with sandy shores all set within 130 hectares of lush tropical serene lagoon pool, complete with a sandy shore and sundeck, take time gardens – finding yourself a little piece of paradise is easy. Be tempted by out on your private terrace, or if you’re after a spot of pampering, the spa is local flavours at the onsite restaurants and bars that have some lovely al amazing! Sublime Bar & Grill is the onsite chic poolside restaurant and they fresco options, and if you’re up for the challenge, the Mirage Country Club do a great gourmet BBQ every Wednesday and a Mediterranean grill on a features an 18 hole championship golf course and driving range. An escape Sunday, serving delicious food in an intimate setting on the pool terrace. here really is an unforgettable experience.

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11 QT Port Douglas

This unique designer hotel and resort brings a bold new edge to Port Douglas accommodation with chic rooms and apartments. The resort boasts quirky design and two cool new food and bar experiences – an interactive marketplace kitchen and a hip cocktail bar. Set in lush tropical gardens, just minutes drive from the village, there’s a great lagoon style pool, designer day spa, and if you’re in town over the winter months, there’s even an exclusive outdoor cinema in the grounds where you can park up on a blanket and watch a latest release.

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Apartment Lounge

12 Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa

On the secluded beachfront of Four Mile Beach this magnificent resort blends with the surrounding landscape with a large central lagoon pool, lush tropical gardens and the rolling fairways of the 18-hole golf course. This is a perfect spot for a romantic escape with an on-site day spa, delicious dining at AQUA Restaurant and Bar and luxurious, spacious rooms with a king size spa bath. The large apartments are great for family stays, with a real island getaway feeling yet still a central base to explore Port Douglas, the extraordinary Great Barrier Reef, the magical Daintree Rainforest, and where the rainforest meets the reef – Cape Tribulation.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 +. Reef Experiences The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef structure in the world, comprising more that 2900 reefs and 900 islands and stretching over 2000 kilometres – you can even see it from the moon! As a World Heritage site, it hosts thirty species of whales, dolphins and porpoises, six species of turtle and the no-so-pretty dugong as well as plenty of brilliantly coloured fish living amongst stunning coral gardens. Whether you’re a seasoned diver, a beginner snorkeller or just love being on the water, there is a tour and an adventure perfect for you.

Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Wavedancer Low Isles Sailing Silversonic Dive & Snorkel

A visit to Agincourt Reef on the outer edge of the Sail to this unspoilt, idyllic island, where you can Step aboard the ultramodern Silversonic for an Great Barrier Reef is the experience of a lifetime. lie under an umbrella, slip into the water then drift exhilarating day of fun, discovery and adventure in A high-speed wave-piercing catamaran takes over coral gardens alive with brilliantly coloured the natural wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef. you to the pontoon, where you can dive, snorkel, fish or view from a glass bottom boat – this is the You’ll have access to explore three stunning and or explore from the semi-sub and underwater Low Isles ideal for swimming and snorkelling. exclusive reef sites at the Agincourt ribbon reefs, observatory. A tropical buffet lunch is included, and The 30 metre luxury sailing catamaran offers the each chosen for visual and ecological diversity for you can add scuba diving and guided tours. excitement of sailing and the ultimate in comfort. your dive and snorkel adventures. DEPARTS: Daily from Port Douglas DEPARTS: Daily from Port Douglas DEPARTS: Daily from Port Douglas DURATION: Full day DURATION: Full day DURATION: Full day

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Great Adventures Reef Trip Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Green Island Discovery

Explore the underwater wonderland and be held This custom-designed high speed catamaran Adventurous activities or island relaxation, it’s in awe by the magnificent corals and marine life. means less time getting there and more time at your choice in this unique reef and rainforest The spacious pontoon has undercover seating and the reef, exploring spectacular coral formations environment. A fast catamaran cruise whisks you tables, sun decks for topping up the tan, freshwater and underwater gardens as you visit three out to experience this beautiful Great Barrier Reef showers, change rooms and air conditioned areas different outer reef sites. Enjoy up to three certified island by snorkelling directly off the beach, glass onboard. Explore the reef from the underwater dives, introductory diving or adventure snorkelling. bottom boat tour and a self guided Eco island observatory, the semi-sub, snorkelling or diving. All equipment provided and a buffet lunch. walk. There’s also a number of optional activities. DEPARTS: Daily from Cairns DEPARTS: Daily from Cairns DEPARTS: Daily from Cairns DURATION: Full day DURATION: Full day DURATION: Full day

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Skyrail & Kuranda Scenic Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Tjapukai Aboriginal Culture Park Railway The ultimate destination if you’re looking for Combine Skyrail Rainforest Cableway with the During the day the indigenous people of the up close and personal wildlife experiences in a famous Kuranda Scenic Railway for a fantastic rainforest share their culture with interactive stunning natural location. Enjoy interactive and day out. Skyrail will take you on an amazing demonstrations of hunting, didgeridoo playing, exciting wildlife activities including a boat cruise journey over World Heritage listed tropical bush tucker and dance by the award-winning on Hartley’s Lagoon with 17 crocs ranging from rainforest. Take some time to explore Kuranda Tjapukai performers. By night you’ll embark on 2.5-5 metres – the 11 am croc feeding or 3 pm `the village in the rainforest’ before you head a journey when the Quinkan spirit comes to life croc attack shows are not to be missed. The new back on the Kuranda Scenic Railway which was and takes you into the Dreamtime for an evening Awesome Wildlife Adventure includes Breakfast built over 100 years ago and winds its way of entertainment celebrating the customs of the with the Koalas at Cairns Tropical Zoo and a through the mountain ranges between Kuranda people of the rainforest. souvenir wildlife photo. and Cairns.

ADMISSION: Daily DEPARTS: Daily ADMISSION: Daily DURATION: Self guided DURATION: Various DURATION: Self guided (day)/3 hours (night)

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Sunset Sailing Flames of the Forest Jungle Surfing

What a lovely way to end your day, relaxing This is an enchanting evening – set within the Set in the pristine Daintree Rainforest at Cape with a twilight sail onboard a luxury catamaran. candle lit rainforest under a black silk canopy Tribulation, this is a unique rainforest tour Soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical highlighted by crystal and chandeliers. On where your feet don’t touch the ground. Jungle Sunset over the Coral Sea with spectacular Saturday nights it is a romantic affair, with tables Surfers fly through the trees on flying fox zip mountain views as you sail along the coastline set for your chosen number and a six course lines, stopping at five tree platforms to take in off Port Douglas. You’ll sit back and take it all in tropical tasting menu. On Tues, Thu & Fri nights spectacular birds eye views over the treetops, while enjoying a glass of champagne, wine or it is the Aboriginal Cultural Experience where down to cascading streams and out to the Great beer and canapés. you are at tables of 10 and take in an Aboriginal Barrier Reef. The longest span is over 75 metres cultural performance along with a seven dish and the platforms vary in height from 2.5 to plattered dinner served to your table. 19.5 metres above the ground.

DEPARTS: Daily DEPARTS: Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat DEPARTS: 8 times daily DURATION: 1.5 hours DURATION: 3 hours DURATION: 1.5 to 2 hours

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Cooktown 4WD Tour Undara Experience

Cross the Daintree River, visit the World Heritage Listed National Park and Travel through the beautiful Atherton Tablelands on your way to Queensland’s drive along the 4WD-only Bloomfield Track through spectacular scenery, Outback region ‘Undara’. Stay in restored railway carriages, and when you crossing rivers and climbing mountain ranges. Lunch at one of the oldest arrive relax by the pool or go on a bush walk before joining your guide for a running bush pubs around, then explore Cooktown. This is true 4WD country, magnificent Wildlife at Sunset tour. Next day head off to explore the amazing drenched in Aboriginal culture and history and filled to the brim with wildlife. Undara tubes, where you’ll learn from your guide’s extensive knowledge.

DEPARTS: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri DEPARTS: Daily DURATION: Full day DURATION: 2 days/1 night

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Bloomfield Track Cape Tribulation and Daintree Wilderness Safari

Journey to the upper reaches of the historic Daintree Rainforest – The Visit the award winning Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary before you Bloomfield. Leave the sealed road behind and the real 4WD adventure begins. cross the Daintree River into the Daintree National Park spotting crocs and Experience firsthand the beauty of the rugged mountain ranges, deep red earth, birds. Travel along the rainforest fringed Cape Tribulation Road though the fresh streams and wildlife. Appreciate the true beauty and remoteness of the Daintree, stopping at Alexandra Lookout for magnificent views. Enjoy a guided area at Stingray Bay. Travel in small groups with friendly, knowledgeable guides. rainforest walk at Dubuji Boardwalk and visit Myall Beach.

DEPARTS: Daily DEPARTS: Daily DURATION: Full day DURATION: Full day

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Tropical North Queensland Islands How’s this for a picture-perfect holiday? You’re floating in an aquamarine sea watching fish swarm in and around psychedelic coral formations, while the sun warms both your back and the white sand. Shortly you’ll exit the water, and resign yourself to another feast of fresh fruit, seafood and other good things. You probably couldn’t fit more tropical holiday clichés in one place, but happily, a holiday in the islands of North Queensland is anything but a cliché. There are so many options to choose from. Take the family for a fun getaway or flee to a couples-only luxury resort for some alone time; spend your days waterskiing and scuba diving or do nothing more energetic than occasionally flopping out of your hammock and into the pool.

Our favourite things to see & do

• THE GREAT BARRIER REEF – Often described as one of the natural wonders of the world, it’s something everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. There are around 900 islands within the Reef system, many of which are uninhabited, but below is a rundown on our © Tourism Queensland These islands are the ultimate in favourite resort islands. romantic getaways.

• FITZROY ISLAND – 30 kms east of Cairns, this island has been home to activities as diverse as pearling, a quarantine station and a mission school. A giant clam © Tourism Queensland research station is still in operation here. There are Head on some island walks for great plenty of walking tracks so you can explore the island, views. discovering hidden gems such as Secret Garden and Nudey Beach.

• GREEN ISLAND – A low lying coral cay, the island was formed 6000 years ago by a gradual build up of sand © Tourism Queensland and coral, which means it’s surrounded by sparkling The clear water makes for great white sand. It’s also the only coral reef in the Reef with snorkelling. a rainforest – the best of both worlds!

• LIZARD ISLAND – North of Cairns and 27 kms off the

coast, only accessible by air. The island inhabitants Torres Strait

include monitor lizards and green sea turtles. In 2011 Bamaga the resort was 3rd in Australian Travellers top 10 luxury Cape York lodges in Australia. Peninsula Weipa Coral Sea

Gulf of PACIFIC Carpentaria Lizard OCEAN Cooktown Island

Cape Tribulation Port Douglas Mornington Island Green Island Fitzroy Island Karumba CAIRNS Normanton Mission Beach

Burketown Hinchinbrook Island

43 Magnetic Island Townsville Townsville & Magnetic Island Townsville is a vibrant region with beautiful coastal towns, rainforest and country terrain. The outback beckons to the west and the Great Barrier Reef sprawls to the east. It’s also the gateway to Magnetic Island (Maggie to the locals) just a 25 minute ferry ride away. World Heritage-listed Magnetic Island is really distinctive, rocky headlands fuse with the 23 bays and beaches studded with pine trees, creating a dramatic coastline. Over two-thirds of the island is National Park and is a haven for the native wildlife, including a large colony of koalas and plenty of marine life in the surrounding coral reefs and tranquil waters. Take time to explore the land or the water and discover this unique island – with an average of 320 sunny days annually, it’s a perfect spot to explore at your leisure.

Oaks Gateway on Palmer – Peppers Blue on Blue – Magnetic Island Self Drive Townsville Magnetic Island 3 days/2 nights

An easy walk from the CBD, the hotel has a Fully embracing its waterfront location, the resort’s Jump on the SeaLink Queensland ferry in range of restaurants & cafés on its doorstop on sleekly decorated suites boast sun drenched Townsville and in 25 minutes you’ll be on cosmopolitan Palmer Street. There’s a lovely balconies, some even have private plunge pools, Magnetic Island and ready for a three day self- infinity pool that has views over the river and and is set in tropical surrounds. It’s a great spot drive adventure with your island car. Explore at the city, great for taking time to relax and watch from which to explore the national parks, beaches your leisure, visit the rock wallabies at Geoffrey the boats coming in from Magnetic Island. & bays – whether by bus, car or kayak! For those Bay, take a walk in the National Park, sail the that are just wanting to relax, the endota spa crystal waters or snorkel off one of the 23 is superb and the outdoor pool is the perfect beaches, or dine on a Champagne Breakfast with destination to chill out with a cold drink. the Koalas at the island’s Koala Sanctuary.

INCLUSIONS: Return ferry trip, 2 day car hire, PRICE GUIDE FROM: $ $ PRICE GUIDE FROM: $ $ ROOM TYPE: Hotel Rooms, 1 & 2 Bedroom ROOM TYPE: Hotel Rooms, Studios, 1, 2 & 3 2 nights accommodation, champagne breakfast

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Fitzroy Island Resort

Just a 60 minute ferry ride from Cairns, the island is a National Park and this is the only resort on it. It’s an affordable island resort nestled between rainforest and beach and surrounded by a reef that forms part of the Great Barrier Reef. This makes it an absolutely perfect base for snorkelling, diving and exploring. Idyllic white sandy beaches lead into the safe, sheltered waters, which are great for splashing around and cooling off as well as water sports and yachting. If you don’t feel like getting your feet wet, there are some great walking tracks that lead to some vantage points with the most amazing views.

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Ocean Studio

Green Island Resort

This ancient coral cay is home to over 120 species of native plants, colourful bird and marine life and beautiful coral gardens to explore. With 46 luxurious suites, the eco-sensitive Green Island Resort is nestled amid lush rainforest and secluded from day visitor facilities. As a national park within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Green Island is popular with day visitors and then by night, you’ll experience the pure serenity of your own tropical island retreat. You’ll enjoy a host of complimentary activities including sunset drinks, glass bottom boat tour, snorkelling, kayaking and guided nature activities. Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments or even private beach dining. This really is a unique and memorable place – a coral cay, a luxury resort, a natural wonderland unlike any other – indulgence, romance and adventure awaits on this tropical island paradise.

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Lizard Island

Beautiful, natural and wild and the most northern Great Barrier Reef resort, this is a very special place. With 40 luxurious suites and 24 beaches with fine white sand, you’ll feel like you’re on your own private island.

Gourmet meals, fine wines and Champagne are included in the price and you will take in the views out to sea from the restaurant’s idyllic setting. With an accent on fresh seafood and superb local produce, the daily changing menus draw on the flavours of modern Australian, Asian and European cuisine. For something special you can book a beach dining experience - you’ll choose from two beautiful locations and then you’ll enjoy a fabulous degustation menu in your own private slice of paradise.

You could snorkel or deep-sea game fish, dive at the world famous dive site The Cod Hole, just a short boat ride away, or just flop off your hammock to enjoy a secluded picnic on a private beach. Indulge in some spa treatments or watch the sunset from a day bed overlooking the water – whatever you choose to do you’ll soon be totally relaxed in your own beautiful world on Lizard Island.

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Touring Queensland

If you thought that all this sunny state had to offer was theme parks, zoos and a great big reef, you couldn’t be more wrong – besides stunning beaches, a seemingly endless supply of sunshine and enough fun parks to entertain the entire family for a couple of weeks, there’s a whole lot more on offer. Let’s start with the World Heritage listed rainforest of the Tropical North, home to more fascinating creatures than you could poke a stick at (not that you’d want to). Spend a few hours in the Daintree with the original locals and you’ll come away with an inkling of some of their secrets and a greater appreciation for its wealth of precious resources. If you’re a wildlife nut, go dingo spotting on Fraser Island, humpback whale watching in Hervey Bay or croc hunting (with a camera, of course) at Cape Tribulation. None of that appeals either? Why not head inland for some time as a jackaroo (or jillaroo) on a vast working cattle ranch, have a flutter at the Gold Coast races or discover the region’s finest fresh produce on a gourmet food tour. And when you’re finished with all that excitement, there’s a very good chance you’ll be looking forward to flopping on one of those beautiful beaches after all.

Caption for Image Take to the Road

As you approach the hairpin bend near the crest of a mountain, you’re treated to the sight of the clear blue waters of the Pacific Ocean spread out before you. You have no choice but to park by the side of the road and take a moment to enjoy the magnificent vista before you. You’re driving along the Pacific Coast of Queensland, one of the most beautiful drives in the country!

West of the Pacific are driving routes through the savannah grasslands of Tropical North Queensland and in the Outback you can follow in the footsteps of the country’s pioneers. In explore the picture-postcard countryside and meandering mountain ranges. These are just some of the great driving adventures to be found in Queensland.

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Cooktown Lizard BRISBANE 104 76 106 142 290 Island Cape Tribulation COOLANGATTA 104 25 206 243 391 Port Douglas PACIFIC CAIRNS Fitzroy Island OCEAN SURFERS PARADISE 76 25 182 219 367 Mission Beach

MAROOCHYDORE 106 206 182 36 200 Magnetic Island NOOSA 142 243 219 36 187 TOWNSVILLE Whitsunday Island Airlie Beach Hamilton Island HERVEY BAY 290 391 367 200 187 Proserpine

Mackay

CAIRNS 348 624 140 67 324 27 Barcaldine Great Keppel Island Emerald Longreach Heron Island TOWNSVILLE 348 275 239 413 662 327 Rockhampton Gladstone Biloela AIRLIE BEACH 624 275 275 688 938 648 Windorah Lady Elliot Island Blackall Bundaberg Hervey Bay MISSION BEACH 140 239 275 204 454 164 Quilpie Noosa Roma PORT DOUGLAS 67 413 688 204 268 43 Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast Maroochydore Toowoomba Moreton Island COOKTOWN 324 662 938 454 268 300 BRISBANE Gold Coast Stanthorpe PALM COVE 27 327 648 164 43 300 Surfers Paradise 48 Coolangatta Rental Car Choosing your Rental Car

Take into consideration the size of the vehicle you require. If the vehicle is to be used for day touring from a central base and not for transporting your luggage, a smaller vehicle will be suitable. However, if you’re going to be covering long distances then a 2 litre for two adults would be more suitable.

We suggest you book your car before leaving home as this will save money and ensure that you get the car of your choice – there is a huge range of car types on offer from economy vehicles to SUVs and mini buses.

Redspot Rentals Redspot Rates Include: Redspot is Australian owned and the only alternative to the • Collision Damage Waiver with $ZERO EXCESS, includes Single multinational car rental companies. You can find Redspot located Vehicle & Third Party incidents within airport terminals and downtown locations across Australia. • U nlimited Kilometres Redspot is pleased to offer House of Travel customers a Fully Inclusive • A dditional Drivers car rental package with $ZERO damage excess and no hidden extras. • P remium Roadside Assistance • P remium Location & Airport Surcharges With Redspot you’ll enjoy exceptional service, quality new cars and • Administration Fee great value. • Vehicle Registration Fee Redspot Rates • GST Choose the car that is right for you and then enjoy your holiday with Full details of what is included are available from your House of Redspot’s unique Drive Away Fully Inclusive rate and have the peace Travel consultant. of mind knowing there are no hidden charges for any accidental bumps or scratches.

ECMR IDAR

NISSAN MICRA (OR SIMILAR): Passengers: 2 adults, 3 children; Luggage: MITSUBISHI LANCER (OR SIMILAR): Passengers: 4 adults, 1 child; Luggage: 1 large suitcases; Doors–2/3; Litreage–1.2; Transmission–Manual; Fuel Petrol; 2 large suitcases; Doors–4; Litreage–2.0; Transmission–Automatic; Fuel Petrol; Air-conditioning Air-conditioning

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HOLDEN OMEGA (OR SIMILAR): Passengers: 5 adults; Luggage: 3 large suitcases; HOLDEN CAPTIVA (OR SIMILAR): Passengers: 5 adults; Luggage: 4 large suitcases; Doors–4; Litreage–3.6; Transmission–Automatic; Fuel Petrol; Air-conditioning Doors–5; Litreage–2.4; Transmission–Automatic; Fuel Petrol; Air-conditioning 49 Touring by Motorhome

Britz Maui

A Britz holiday is all about fun, adventure, excitement, new experiences, maui is an experienced and trusted campervan hire brand who have delivered meeting people and spending time with family and friends. With your great self-drive holidays for more than 25 years. If you are looking for ultimate accommodation and transport all in one, a campervan holiday is a very space, style & comfort, then we recommend maui Platinum campervans. affordable way to travel. All living and cooking equipment is provided, so Designed with warm neutral tones and roomy living areas, we believe they you can travel with ease on your own itinerary. have a feel more akin to an apartment than a traditional motorhome.

Group Hi Top Venturer Explorer Frontier Renegade Group Ultima Platinum Beach Platinum River

4 Adults & Max Berths 3 Adults 2 Adults 4 Adults 6 Adults Max Berths 2 Adults 4 Adults 6 Adults 2 children

1 Double & 1 Bedding 1 Double 2 Doubles 3 Doubles 3 Doubles Bedding 1 Double or 2 Singles 2 Doubles 3 Doubles Single

Minimum rental period is 5 days for return rentals, 7 day for One Way hirers and Minimum rental period is 7 days or 5 days for the Ultima for return rentals. 10 days during busy periods. Discounts apply to hires over 21 days and over or Discounts apply to hires over 21 days and over or booked 120 days before booked 120 days before departure. We recommend purchasing the Britz Bonus departure. We recommend purchasing the Maui Premium Pack that includes nil Pack that includes nil liability, One Way fees, table, chairs, baby/booster seat and liability, One Way fees, table, chairs, baby/booster seat, iPod doc, taxi fare from pre-purchase gas refill. Please ask your House of Travel consultant for further airport to branches and pre-purchase gas refill. Please ask your House of Travel details, full inclusions & terms of your Britz Campervan rental. consultant for further details, full inclusions & terms of maui Motorhome rental.

Hi Top Ultima

Venturer Platinum Beach

Frontier Platinum River

INCLUDES: Unlimited kilometres, vehicle liability, GST, administration fee, linen & INCLUDES: Unlimited kilometres, vehicle liability, GST, administration fee, linen bedding, extra driver fees, kitchen equipment, general equipment, Customer Care & bedding, extra driver fees, kitchen equipment, general equipment, GPS hire, 24 hour 7 days per week road service helpline (toll-free), travel wallet (including Customer Care 24-hour 7-days per week road service helpline (toll-free), travel map of Australia with driving tips and driving information), magazine with wallet (including map of Australia with driving tips and driving information), discount to tourist attractions and 10% discount at Big 4 parks. magazine with discount to tourist attractions and 10% discount at Big 4 parks.. EXCLUDES: Security deposit, Liability Reduction Options, extra hire items. Please EXCLUDES: Security deposit, Liability Reduction Options, extra hire items. Please contact your House of Travel consultant for full rental agreement details. contact your House of Travel consultant for full rental agreement details. 50 Queensland Self Drives

Pacific Coast Touring Route (Brisbane – Cairns) Cairns and Highlands Loop (Cairns – Cairns) 5 days/4 nights 6 days/5 nights

Stretching from Brisbane to Cairns the Pacific Coast Touring Route is the Few places on earth can match the beauty and sophistication of Tropical backbone of this Queensland self drive. There are plenty of great diversions North Queensland – where the rainforest meets the reef. Take to the water along the way with parks and gardens, arts and crafts, glorious beaches and and explore the Great Barrier Reef, head north to the seaside village of bays and the Great Barrier Reef. If you have time on your hands you can Port Douglas and visit the superb tropical rainforest of the Daintree & Cape easily slow the pace and stop for extra nights along the way. Tribulation, where two World Heritage areas exist side by side.

Day 1: Brisbane – Bundaberg Day 1: Cairns – Cape Tribulation Head through the famous Sunshine Coast where you can take some time After taking time to explore Cairns and its surrounds, start your journey out to relax or leave your car and cruise over to Fraser Island for the day (or north on the scenic coastal road. Port Douglas is the perfect spot to stop for stay a night). Next is the Southern Barrier Reef, the gateway to one of the lunch before you continue north to the Daintree National Park. It takes less natural wonders of the world – the Great Barrier Reef! than five minutes to cross the Daintree River by ferry, but on the other side you enter an entirely new tropical world. Day 2: Bundaberg – Mackay This 656 km section crosses the Tropic of Capricorn with the National Day 2-3:Cape Tribulation – Atherton Heritage Walking Trail criss-crossing the route. It’s one of Queensland’s To get a true perspective of the magnificent rainforest a visit to the ‘must do’ drives, the diversity of attractions is so remarkable you may need Daintree Rainforest Environmental Centre is a must. If time allows a to add a day or two to your original itinerary to see it all. Daintree River Cruise gives you a different vantage point of the forest, you might even see some crocs. Next stop is Mareeba, via Mount Molloy, sitting Day 3: Mackay – Townsville atop a plateau 1000 metres above sea level. This stretch hugs the coastline as it journeys north, think clear tranquil waters filled with colourful coral and tropical fish, mouth watering fruits Day 4: Atherton – Mission Beach and succulent seafood, long white sandy beaches and secluded rainforest Head off early down the Range towards Innisfail (one of Australia’s largest pockets, and this is just a taste! sugar-producing towns) before arriving in Mission Beach, you can stretch your legs on the 1.5km Ulysses Link Walking Track, which winds its way Day 4: Townsville – Cairns along the beach foreshore. This part of the drive is called ‘The Great Green Way’ and is an area of outstanding natural beauty. There’s 12 National Parks, over 20 tropical Day 5: Mission Beach islands, cascading waterfalls, swimming holes and walking tracks. Have Spend a day relaxing in Mission Beach or if sightseeing is more your thing, your camera ready because there are heaps of photo opportunities take a drive to Paronella Park (47kms from Mission Beach) a crumbling along the way. Spanish castle at Mena Creek. Paronella Park appears to be hundreds of years older than its true age creating the image of a lost paradise and Day 5: Cairns fantasy garden hidden in the depths of the rainforest. This is a great base from which to explore the Great Barrier Reef. Day 6: Mission Beach – Cairns Leisurely make your way back to Cairns.

Highlights worth seeing along the way Highlights worth seeing along the way SUNSHINE COAST BEACHES – Beautiful beaches, bars, boutiques and some GREAT BARRIER REEF – Get out on the reef on a day tour from Cairns, you great walks. won’t be disappointed! FRASER ISLAND – Hire a 4WD and experience driving in sand, or join a ranger ATHERTON TABLELANDS – Tucked away in the folds of the hills are lovely guided 4WD tour. waterfalls surrounded by lush rainforest, some popular ones are Millaa Millaa, Malanda and Mungalli. GREAT BARRIER REEF – The largest living structure on earth with an array of colourful aquatic life and islands. MAREEBA WETLANDS – See the amazing array of wetland birdlife in the wild.

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This is a suggested Self Drive itinerary and is to be used in conjunction with a road map. Take to the Tracks As you gaze out your window and witness the sheer size and beauty of the Queensland landscape, say a mental "thank you!" to the , who in 1865 recognised that rail was the best way to provide regular, efficient access to people, places and goods in areas that were otherwise difficult to reach. The Queensland rail system boasts a total route network of over 8,000 kilometres, which means that wherever you’re planning to holiday there’s no better way to see it than by rail. It’s a great way to get from A to B and also for exploring. The Explorer Pass, for example, gives you unlimited stops from Brisbane to Cairns, making it the perfect way to travel almost the entire East Coast of Queensland. It also allows you to head into the Outback, taking in centres like Mt Isa and Longreach. Rail provides a fascinating insight into this country, so if your journey is just as important as your destination, then rail is a great choice.

Tilt Train

The Sunlander Tilt Train Spirit of the Outback (Brisbane – Cairns) (Brisbane – Cairns) (Brisbane – Longreach)

Sit back and enjoy a journey that has been The Tilt Train travels from Brisbane to Cairns If you’re interested in the heritage and scenery voted Australia’s best, and one of the top 25 in two times weekly in either direction, making it of the Australian Outback, a visit to Longreach the world: Queenslander Class offers overnight a great way to get to your holiday destination is well worthwhile and getting there by train is sleepers, lounge, dining and club cars. This in comfort and speed and soak up some of almost compulsory. The journey from Brisbane is rail travel in style. During the day you’ll the stunning coastal scenery along the way. to Longreach takes around 24 hours, along the get to enjoy great Australian food, wine and The entire journey takes just under 24 hours, way you’ll get to sample authentic Queensland hospitality as that incredible East Coast scenery but with stops in such key spots as Mackay, tucker, share a drink or two with your fellow flashes past outside your window, and at night Proserpine and Townsville, it’s perfect if you’re travellers in the Lounge Car and enjoy the you can snuggle down in a cosy twin berth heading to the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island untamed scenery. sleeping compartment. or Hervey Bay.

DEPARTS: 3 per week DURATION: 32 hours DEPARTS: 2 per week DURATION: 25 hours DEPARTS:DEPARTS: 2 per 2 per week week DURATION DURATION: 24: 25hours hours

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Touring with APT APT is owned and operated by the family that started the business in the 1920’s and their focus is on delivering memorable holidays. When heading to rugged Cape York or the Queensland Outback, small group 4WD adventures are the ideal way to explore, visiting places not accessible to larger vehicles. Imagine crossing creek beds and driving through lush rainforests that emerge on tropical beaches and encountering natural wonders such as the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. The other option for destinations not so off the beaten track is a Premier Escorted Tour. You’ll travel by air conditioned coach and stay in quality accommodation with a perfect balance of inclusions and leisure time – so while you’ll go to the must see sights, you won’t feel rushed.

Essence of the Outback Cooktown & Cape York 4WD Adventure 10 days/9 nights 12 days/11 nights

Travel on the "Spirit of the Outback" rail journey before enjoying the Outback Explore this remote and picturesque region on a small group adventure. You’ll on this small group 4WD adventure. The remote, rugged terrain has forged travel through lush rainforests, journey along rugged tracks, ford picturesque legends and created fortunes – it’s home to Qantas, the Flying Doctor Service, streams, visit traditional Aboriginal lands, venture into beautiful national parks mining towns and gemfields, footprints of dinosaurs and National Parks. and experience the fascinating culture of Thursday Island in the Torres Strait.

Day 1: Spirit of the Outback Day 1: Arrive Cairns Day 2: Spirit of the Outback – Longreach Day 2: Daintree River, Cape Tribulation Day 3: Longreach – Winton Day 3: Bloomfield Track, Cooktown Day 4: Lark Quarry – Waltzing Matilda Centre Day 4: Cooktown, Locally Guided Interpretive Tour Day 5: Cloncurry – Mt Isa Day 5: Lakefield National Park Day 6: Riversleigh Fossil Fields – Lawn Hill National Park Day 6: Coen, Weipa, Gulf Country Day 7: Lawn Hill Gorge Day 7: Weipa, Moreton Telegraph Station Day 8: Adels Grove – Karumba Day 8: Day 9: Karumba – Gulflander Train Journey – Georgetown Day 9: Explore Cape York Day 10: Georgetown – Undara Lava Tubes – Cairns Day 10: Thursday Island Day 11: Cape York, Cairns Day 12: Cairns

DEPARTURES: Set departures (Jun-Aug) DEPARTURES: Set departures (May-Sep) INCLUSIONS: 1 night onboard Spirit of the Outback, 8 nights accommodation, INCLUSIONS: 11 nights accommodation, 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 10 dinners, 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 9 dinners, dedicated driver/guide, 4WD travel, 4WD travel, dedicated driver/guide, sightseeing as per 2013 APT brochure sightseeing as per 2013 APT brochure PRICE GUIDE FROM: $ $ $ $ $

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 +. Touring with AAT Kings Far off places and amazing new locations have this way of energising people and renewing their zest for life. You become more open and adaptable, you see more, you experience more and you feel more alive than ever. There’s nothing like the thrill of new experiences to help bring people together and when you travel with AAT Kings, you’ll meet new people and make new friends for life with others from around the world who also share your love for travel. When you experience Queensland, you’ll truly feel like you’re on a holiday. Enjoy some shopping on the cosmopolitan Gold Coast before a 4WD experience on Fraser Island and then total relaxation and rejuvenation in the Whitsundays. Soak up the sun with a stay on your own island getaway of Daydream Island, in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.

East Coast Discovery 12 days/11 nights

Day 1: Sydney – Coffs Harbour Depart Sydney and travel along the scenic coastline of New South Wales. Stop at Port Macquarie on your way to the resort town of Coffs Harbour. Day 2: Coffs Harbour – Gold Coast Journey to the Cape Byron Lighthouse and enjoy the superb views from Australia’s eastern-most point before following the lush Tweed River Valley to the famous Gold Coast. Day 3: Gold Coast – Noosa Visit Australia Zoo before arriving in Noosa on the Sunshine Coast. Day 4: Noosa ‘Free Time’ Day 5: Noosa – Hervey Bay Day 6: Hervey Bay – Rockhampton Today you’ll journey to the beef capital of Australia. En route, stop at Langmorn Station, a fully operational cattle station. Day 7: Rockhampton – Daydream Island Travel north through Mackay, Australia’s sugar capital, before continuing to Airlie Beach, a gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. Day 8: Daydream Island ‘Free Time’ Day 9: Daydream Island – Mission Beach Return to the mainland for today’s journey, which takes you further into Tropical North Queensland. You’ll spend tonight in a resort right on the waterfront at Mission Beach. Day 10: Mission Beach – Cairns Climb the high tropical plateau known as the Atherton Tablelands, where lush rainforests, waterfalls and lakes abound. Day 11: Great Barrier Reef Board a high speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Day 12: Depart Cairns

DEPARTURES: Set departures (Jan-Dec) INCLUSIONS: 11 nights accommodation, 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners, luxury coach transport, Tour Director, sightseeing as per itinerary

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Price Guide: $ $1 - $99 I $ $ $100 - $149 I $ $ $ $150 - $199 I $ $ $ $ $200 - $299 I $ $ $ $ $ $300 + Coral Princess Cruises A Coral Princess Cruise is a Great Barrier Reef and Island experience you will never forget. Their award-winning 35 metre small ships, Coral Princess and Coral Princess II, are large enough to provide all the comforts and facilities you would expect from larger cruise ships, yet small enough to enable us to access reef and island sites inaccessible to other vessels. With their all- Australian staff, open bridge policy and a maximum of just 50 guests, your experience will be both personable and memorable. There is as much to do as you want, or as little as you like – snorkelling, guided coral viewing excursions in glass bottom boats, scuba diving, guided rainforest walks and presentations by the Marine Biologists – or simply take the time to relax on the sundeck or in the spa. The choice is yours!

Great Barrier Reef Cruise: Cairns – Cairns 4 days/3 nights

Day 1: Cairns and Thetford Reef Depart Cairns through Trinity Bay for the Thetford Reef and Sudbury Cay. Join the Marine Biologist aboard the glass bottom boat for your first encounter with the reef and spend the rest of the afternoon snorkelling and viewing the colourful corals and tropical fish. Join the crew and your fellow companions in the top deck lounge as the sun sets over the reef.

Day 2: Hinchinbrook Channel and Pelorus Island Beach BBQ Cruise the spectacular Hinchinbrook Channel, discovering Hinchinbrook Island’s towering cliffs and mangrove eco-systems. Keep an eye out for dolphins, crocodiles, turtles and dugongs. You then have the afternoon to discover exclusive Pelorus Island after a gourmet beach BBQ: head off on a guided rainforest walk, snorkel, SCUBA, glass bottom boat or simply relax on the long stretch of golden beach and soak up the sun.

Day 3: and Nathan Reef Join the naturalist guides on a rainforest walk discovering Dunk Island’s unique flora and fauna. Following lunch, discover Nathan Reef at your own pace, where you’ll see some of the most colourful coral gardens that can be found anywhere on the reef. Take a guided snorkelling tour and join the Marine Biologist for a glass bottom boat tour or join the Dive Instructor for a SCUBA dive. Laze away the late afternoon on the sun deck and in the evening enjoy another sumptuous dinner.

Day 4: Fitzroy Island and Cairns Travel ashore to explore beautiful Fitzroy Island, surrounded by a reef system that forms part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. It offers Thetford Reef CAIRNS wonderful bush walking opportunities and idyllic white sandy beaches, and Fitzroy Island Sudbury Cay you can snorkel just metres from the beach in sheltered waters. Coates Reef

Also available: Nathan Reef 4 Night Cairns – Lizard Island - Cairns cruise departing every Monday 7 Night Cairns – Cairns cruise departing every Monday and Friday SOUTH PACIFIC Dunk Island OCEAN DEPARTURES: Every Friday Hinchinbrook INCLUSIONS: 3 nights onboard, all meals, morning and afternoon teas, Island tea and coffee 24 hours a day, use of snorkelling equipment, guided glass Pelorus Island bottom boat coral viewing and snorkelling excursions, presentations by Marine Biologists, access to islands, Marine and National Parks

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If a vehicle is returned prior to the end We strongly recommend that you insure yourself fully against of the reserved rental period or if the vehicle is picked up later than • Any booking made directly with a service Supplier by your travel cancellation, loss of luggage and personal property, and medical the reserved date, NO REFUND will be made for unused rental days agent, or expenses. Your travel agent will be able to provide you with further information. • Any services which are not directly provided by us and which are 5. PRICES additional to those recorded in clause 1.1 above. 5.1 The price indicator is provided as a guide only. It is based on 11. ITEMS NOT COVERED 1.4 We will endeavour to provide the most suitable travel low season, per adult share twin pricing and is correct at the time Unless otherwise specified, the cost of airfares, meals, drinks, arrangements to meet the particular requirements you make of printing. The actual price may differ to that indicated due to laundry, insurance, sightseeing, transfers, local taxes, airport known to us. However, travel is an individual experience, and your currency fluctuations, special events, trade shows or peak periods. departure taxes, Airline imposed insurance levies, passenger service preferences and opinions may vary from our own. For this reason, Price indicators for hotels are per person per night for share twin charges and Passport or Visa application fees are not included. we cannot take responsibility for your individual satisfaction. in a standard room (except for apartments or if specified). Price indicators for tours are based on per adult per night for share twin 12. VISAS/PASSPORTS 2. SUPPLY OF TRAVEL, ENTERTAINMENT AND based on low season travel. Price indicators for cruises are per For all holidays in this brochure you will require a valid passport. You ACCOMMODATION SERVICES AND FACILITIES person for the complete cruise based on the lead-in cabin category are responsible for arranging your own passport, visa and health 2.1 When we make bookings with Suppliers, we are acting as a on a low season sailing. requirements including inoculation. You should check with your booking agent for such Supplier. 5.2 We will guarantee the price of the portion of the booking as travel agent who will be able to provide you with the necessary 2.2 All travel, entertainment, and accommodation facilities or processed by us, against currency fluctuation for a period of seven information. services are supplied directly to you by the Suppliers. We have no (7) days from the time of confirmation of the booking; note: special control over the facilities or services themselves, or the manner in conditions apply for cruise bookings. It is the responsibility of your 13. NON-USE OF SERVICES OR FACILITIES which they are provided by the Suppliers. Therefore you should be travel agent to advise you of the date of confirmation. If your If, of your own choice, you decide not to use part or parts of the aware of the following conditions: booking remains unpaid after the seven (7) day guarantee period it arranged services or facilities, you will not be entitled to a refund will be subject to currency fluctuation, up to the time full payment is • We will not be liable for any loss or damage of any kind which may from us (provided we have carried out our service with reasonable arise from your use or consumption of, or inability to use or consume received by us. skill and care and to your requirements) and you may not be entitled those facilities or services. 5.3 Events beyond our control, such as changes to the prices of to a refund from any Supplier. • The provision of those facilities or services is subject to the terms aviation fuel or changes to the cost of services or facilities may result and conditions of your contract with each Supplier. in the prices charged to you being different from those shown in the 14. HEALTH OR DISABILITY brochure. You should check all prices with your travel agent before Some Suppliers may reserve the right to refuse to carry or • Where for any reason, a Supplier is unable to provide particular making reservations, and before ticketing. facilities or services, then that Supplier may be entitled, under its accommodate people who because of a health condition or contract with you, to substitute those services or facilities with 5.4 Prices may also be liable to variation between the time of disability may require services or facilities to be provided in a special comparable or equivalent facilities or services without incurring any booking and the date of departure due to events beyond our control. manner. You should check this with your travel agent. liability to you. You should check your contract with each Supplier. Due to unforeseen events we reserve the right to vary the price up to the time of your departure. 15. SERVICE SATISFACTION • All facilities or services described by us are subject to availability from the Supplier. During your holiday, if you encounter any situation where the service 6. HOUSE OF TRAVEL ACCOMMODATION RATINGS supplied to you does not meet your satisfaction, please take the • We will not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage relating To assist you with the selection of your accommodation, we matter up with the Supplier immediately. Your contract for each to your baggage, personal possessions, health or welfare, or delays have created our own rating system allowing you to compare service is with the Supplier. If this is not possible immediately, or if or travel disruptions unless these arise directly from the service we you are still dissatisfied, please contact your travel agent. Both we provide to you. each property. Please note that these gradings are to be used as a guide only and may alter throughout the year due to a change and your travel agent will endeavour to investigate on your behalf of circumstances. When selecting your accommodation please and to negotiate with the Supplier to resolve the matter as soon as 3. BUSINESS PURPOSES note that the overall quality of properties in the UK & Europe is possible, so that you continue to enjoy your journey. You agree that where our services are acquired for business generally lower than equivalent priced properties in other countries, purposes, or where you hold yourself out as acquiring our services particularly in the lower ratings. In general the room sizes are quite 16. LEGAL CLAIMS for business purposes, the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will small and can vary, even within one property. Please check with Any claims or legal action in connection with the provision of our not apply to any supply of goods or services made under these your House of Travel consultant to ensure you get the property that services to you will be governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any conditions, and we will not be liable or responsible for any loss best suits your needs. claim or legal action against the Suppliers is likely to be subject to or damage of any kind to you, including any consequential loss or the terms of your contract with them, and may be governed by the damage however it may be caused. 7. PAYMENT laws of other countries. 7.1 A non-refundable deposit will be required by your travel agent 4. INFORMATION IN THIS BROCHURE and must be paid at the time of booking. This is in addition to any 4.1 While we attempt to ensure that the contents of this brochure deposits imposed by Suppliers. are correct, accurate, and up to date at the time of printing, the 7.2 A communication charge may be made for bookings requested contents of this brochure are drawn from information supplied to us less than 72 hours prior to departure. by Suppliers. We do not have, and cannot be reasonably expected to have, personal knowledge about all of the facilities or services 7.3 Final payment must be made in full before we can release provided by each Supplier. travel documents (including tickets). Inspire...

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