Showing posts with label Daydream Island. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Daydream Island. Show all posts

27 February 2012

Egg-ceptional Easter Deals


Sunlover Holidays have gone hopping mad to provide egg-ceptional Easter deals, cracking the prices of egg-ccommodation by up to 36 percent so you can egg-scape! There is no need to go on a holiday hunt this year; we have baskets choc-full of holidays for everyone with twin and quad share egg-ccommodation so you can invite all your bunnies, chicks or eggs to celebrate. Egg-ceptional deals are hopping out the door for the Easter break so get cracking and check out our egg-citing options.

Palm Cove
Far North Queensland offers amazing tropical weather and gorgeous, laid back towns including Palm Cove and Port Douglas. Enjoy yourself in the pristine beaches, stroll along tree lined streets featuring cafés, galleries and boutique stores. Get in touch with nature and enjoy amazing rainforest walks, four-wheel driving or even horse riding. Water sports ranging from leisurely snorkelling to jet skis and speed boats are widely available along the coast or if you prefer to stay dry, enjoy a relaxing cocktail by the pool at one of the many resorts. Port Douglas is renowned for its award winning restaurants so a fabulous meal is never far away with many offering fresh local seafood.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Don’t miss the Easter Carnival at Surfers Paradise; the beachfront comes alive with a basket full of family friendly events, games and entertainment on Easter Sunday. Surfers Paradise is located in the heart of the Gold Coast, a perfect location for the Easter long weekend but hop in quick because it has a reputation for being one of Australia’s favourite holiday destinations. Surfers Paradise appeals to all ages with its white sandy beaches, shopping precinct, nightlife, water sports and sightseeing options. To help you choose accommodation from the many hotels available Sunlover is offering fantastic deals at the Vibe Hotel, Breakfree Moroccan, Watermark Hotel and Spa Gold Coast and Jupiters Hotel and Casino Gold Coast.

Whitehaven Beach
If an Island escape is more your taste, why not hop over to the beautiful Daydream Island? As one of the Whitsunday Islands, Daydream is located within the Great Barrier Reef. Plenty of activities are available on the island for everyone from relaxing massages to jet ski, parasailing and boat adventures to get the heart racing. Take time to enjoy the beautiful reef whether you like snorkelling, diving or a more relaxed glass bottom boat adventure. To enjoy one of the top 10 beaches in the world join a day cruise to Whitehaven Beach.

Sydney Harbour
Sydney is full of things to do over Easter with the Sydney’s Royal Easter show which will be buzzing with excitement commencing on the 5th of April and the Hoopla Festival from the 6th to 9th of April. Sydney is home to many fantastic destinations such as Bondi Beach, Australia’s leading shopping districts, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo and the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Mt Wellington, Hobart
Small in size yet big on experiences, Tasmania offers an incredible list of things to see and do. Discover Australia’s heritage at the five World Heritage Convict Sites or engage in Tasmania’s popular nature based adventures; conquering mountains or trekking through the wilderness, cruise the rivers and discovering deserted beaches.

Northern Territory
If you are adventurous and like the heat the Northern Territory may be the perfect Easter holiday destination for you. The Northern Territory offers many nature based activities from discovering the outback desert, bushwalking through tropical north forests to find waterfalls, lakes and rivers, adventurous canoeing, bike rides and scenic flights. Aboriginal culture is abundant in the Northern Territory with one of Australia’s most well known iconic landmarks, Uluru (Ayers Rock) located 440km south-west of Alice Springs.

Seals on Kangaroo Island
South Australia is sure to have something for everyone with attractions from the busy and lively Easter Racing Carnival through to the numerous wineries. South Australia proudly hosts the Easter Racing Carnival at Oakbank Racecourse attracting more than 100, 000 people each year, qualifying as the worlds largest picnic race meeting. Experience the unique family friendly carnival atmosphere and enjoy trackside hospitality, rides and amusements, an animal petting zoo, roving entertainers and of course the thrilling horse racing all located in an idyllic country setting. South Australia also offers incredible beaches, the heritage town of Hahndorf, wildlife of Kangaroo Island areas or the Botanic Garden in the heart of the city may be more appealing. Adelaide is also in close proximity to over 200 cellars including the world famous Barossa Valley.

Cottesloe Beach, Perth
Western Australia is Australia’s largest state offering numerous things to do along the coast, in the cities and in the outback regional towns. The capital city of Perth offers amazing shopping, numerous entertainment and dining options plus a wide range of arts and cultural exhibitions. In the suburbs are a range of excellent beaches from which you can watch the sun set over the water. Broome is a tropical seaside town located in northern Western Australia. It is the point at which the red rocks of the desert meet the white sand of the beach and the cobalt blue waters making it the perfect destination to unwind over Easter. Take a stroll along cable beach, ride a camel, discover the abundance of sea life, discover the amazing pearls with a tour or in one of the many galleries and enjoy retail therapy all in the one place.

For assistance booking your Easter escape contact our Australian based travel consultants on 13 88 33.

10 January 2012

Family Holiday Fun

To help you pick your next family holiday we’ve put together a dozen of the best family friendly hotels and resorts across Australia.

1.  Turtle Beach Resort, Gold Coast, Queensland

One of the most well known family friendly resorts in the country, Turtle Beach Resort at Mermaid Beach offers low rise apartments situated around 4 pools and 9 bbq areas. It also offers 2 tennis courts, games rooms, putt putt golf, theatrette, Kids Zone, kids club plus a children’s playground.

2. Aspect Tamar Valley Resort, Launceston, Tasmania
Aspect Tamar Valley Resort
Set upon the hills of the Tamar Valley, Aspect Tamar Valley Resort is located in Grindelward, a Swiss style village consisting of with local gift shops and a 9 hole golf course. Kids will love the and huge jumping pillow and 18 hole mini golf. For the bigger kids there are 2 tennis courts and jet skis available for hire.

3. Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club, Tropical North Queensland

Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club

Set below the mountains, just 2km from the beach, Paradise Palms Resort & Country Club offers two pools, mini golf course, 18 hole championship golf course, games room, jumping pillow and an impressive 2 acres children’s adventure playground.

 4. Paradise Resort Gold Coast, Queensland 

Paradise Resort Gold Coast
Located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, Paradise Resort Gold Coast property offers a giant Zone 4 Kids Club with magical themed play spaces, waterpark and adventure playground. The property also has a lagoon pool, kids club and games room to keep kids of all ages entertained.

5. Boambee Bay Resort, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales

Boambee Bay Resort
For the sporting families, Boambee Bay Resort offers mini golf, 3 tennis courts, billards room, large pool, games room, kayaks and other sporting facilities. Relax at the end of the day in one of the 2 spas before dining in their in-house restaurant (seasonal).

6. Novotel Twin Waters Resort Sunshine Coast, Queensland 

Novotel Twin Waters Resort Sunshine Coast
Located across the river from Maroochydore and adjacent to the beach, Novotel Twin Waters Resort Sunshine Coast offers funs for kids big or small. Learn to be an acrobat at the property’s own Circus School, hit the games room, join the kids club or venture onto the property’s lagoon upon a complimentary kayaks, catamarans or windsurfer. For the folks there is a 18 hole championship golf course located 5 minutes up the road. 

7. Absolute Beachfront Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales

Absolute Beachfront Opal Cove
Set upon the Pacific Ocean, Absolute Beachfront Opal Cove Resort offers 36 hectares of natural beauty just north of Coffs Harbour. Enjoy 2 generous sized pools, 4 tennis courts, games room, 9 hole golf course, kids club and gymnasium.

8. Sea World Resort & Water Park, Gold Coast, Queensland

Sea World Resort & Water Park

Located adjacent to Sea World theme park and overlooking the Broadwater, Sea World Resort & Water Park is ideal for families. Link to Sea World via monorail or spend the day at the property’s own Water Play aqua playground (open seasonally). There is also a kids club for children 4 and a half to 12 years (conditions apply).

9. Woodman Point Holiday Park, Munster, West Australia

Woodman Point Holiday Park
Located 10km from Fremantle in Western Australia, Woodman Point Holiday Park offers cabins and chalets set in serene parklands. To keep the kids busy there is a children’s playground, pool, kids club and games room plus a the walk to the beach is a short 1km stroll.

10. The Towers of Chevron Renaissance, Gold Coast, Queensland

The Towers of Chevron Renaissance
Located in Surfers Paradise, at the doorstep of shopping and dining precincts, The Towers of Chevron Renaissance is just 200 metres walk from the beach. Famous for its ‘Beaches in the Sky’ complex on the 5th floor, featuring a 600m square lagoon pool surrounded by sandy beach, bbqs and children’s play area. The property also has a theatrette, games room, and 2 spas.

11. Murramarang Beachfront Nature Resort, Batesman Bay, New South Wales 

Murramarang Beachfront Nature Resort
Situated on absolute beachfront in the Murramarang National Park, this property provides a range of facilities for families. Enjoy 2 pools – 1 lagoon style with waterfall and 1 children’s wading pool, bbq area, children’s playground, volleyball, kids club or hire a bike, body board, fishing rod or snorkeling gear.

12. Daydream Island Resort & Spa, Whitsundays, Queensland

Daydream Island Resort and Spa
Just a short ferry ride from Hamilton Island Airport is Daydream Island Resort and Spa, an island that offers both fringing coral and rainforest walks. For families who love the water there is a choice of sail boarding, jet skiing, snorkeling, kayaking, coral viewing and 2 pools. The family will also be busy enjoying the children’s playground, kids club, outdoor cinema and living coral reef aquarium.