Indian EXMOUTH Ningaloo Reef MONKEY MIA PERTH MARGARET RIVER BROOME ALBANY WARBURTON Nullarbor Plain KALGOORLIE DARWIN KATHERINE Kimberley Purnululu (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CREEK Geikie Gorge Indian Pacific Great Australian Bight Kakadu ALICE SPRINGS KINGS CANYON AYERS ROCK/ULURU COOBER PEDY Gulf of Carpentaria Mt Isa Barossa Valley ADELAIDE KANGAROO WILPENA POUND Great Ocean Road Torres Strait Cape York Peninsula Cradle Mt-L St Clair LIZARD COOKTOWN Cape Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS CAIRNS DUNK TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN BEACH HAMILTON PHILLIP MELBOURNE Hunter Valley Blue Mountains SYDNEY CANBERRA LAUNCESTON HOBART WHITSUN GROUP HERON FRASER NOOSA Sunshine Coast BRISBANE SURFERS PARADISE Gold Coast COFFS HARBOUR BLUE MOUNTAINS HUNTER VALLEY getaways HAMILTON Perfectly situated on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, amongst Queensland s 74 Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island offers an experience like no other: glorious weather, azure waters, brilliant beaches, awe-inspiring coral reefs, fascinating flora and fauna, fine food and wines, and activities almost too numerous to mention. Timor Arafura GREAT NORTHERN TERRITORY The Ghan QUEENSLAND BARRIER Coral REEF MARINE PARK Ocean WESTERN AUSTRALIA SOUTH AUSTRALIA Flinders Ranges NEW SOUTH WALES Southern Ocean VICTORIA South Pacific Ocean Bass Strait Tasman TASMANIA Short on time? Fly direct from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to Hamilton Island to make the most of your time in the Whitsundays. REEF VIEW HOTEL The views of Catseye Bay from the coral sea rooms are amongst the best in the world. The Reef View Hotel offers modern and extremely spacious rooms, all with private balconies and Catseye beach just a short stroll away. GREAT BARRIER REEF ADVENTURE 4 nights accommodation at your chosen Hamilton Island hotel including breakfast and a full day trip with Fantasea Adventure Cruising to the Great Barrier Reef. FROM 485 PER PERSON ROMANTIC ESCAPE Including 4 nights accommodation at your chosen Hamilton Island hotel, daily breakfast, sunset cruise with champagne and a choice of a dinner cruise or a 3 course meal at Romano s Italian or Beach Club restaurant. FROM 489 PER PERSON 40 We don t just go there, we know there
ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE Experience a spectacular scenic flight by seaplane or helicopter over the Whitsundays. Soar over the Great Barrier Reef and the amazing Heart Reef before landing on the pure silica sands of Whitehaven Beach to enjoy a swim in the crystal clear waters. FROM 459 PER PERSON. SPA Make the most of your Hamilton Island holiday indulging in a relaxing massage or spa treatment at Spa qualia or Spa wumurdaylin. Hamilton Island s world class day spa s offer the chance to escape a hectic lifestyle and recharge your mind, body and soul. Australia WHITEHAVEN BEACH Experience the picturesque Whitehaven Beach with its beautiful white sands and crystal clear waters. After a leisurely cruise spend the afternoon relaxing on the stunning silica sands and enjoy an al fresco BBQ lunch. FROM 69 PER PERSON. PALM BUNGALOWS If you re looking for relaxed and charming, you can t beat the Palm Bungalows. Freestanding and set in tropical gardens, they are perfect for couples or small families and each has its own deck complete with outdoor furniture and garden views. GOLF Tee off beside the Whitsundays at the Hamilton Island Golf Club, one of the world s premier golfing destinations. The course is adjacent to Hamilton Island on its own patch of paradise, Dent Island. Austravel Secret... View a legendary Whitsunday sunset with an early-evening cocktails at dusk on One Tree Hill, Hamilton Island s hill-top lookout. Sip a glass of champagne as the sun sinks below the horizon and the stars come out to play. QUALIA Situated at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef on the secluded northern most tip of Hamilton island, qualia sets a new pinnacle for luxury. Immerse yourself in a relaxed atmosphere, where everything has been meticulously considered to relax the mind, yet completely spoil the senses. BEACH CLUB With its absolute beachfront location, the Beach Club offers an intimate holiday experience that is perfect for couples. Set in landscaped gardens, all rooms face directly onto the beautiful Catseye Beach. HAMILTON WILDLIFE PARK Centrally located, the Hamilton Island Wildlife Park provides the perfect place for you to explore some unique Australian wildlife. There are a range of furry marsupials that call the Wildlife Park home, and for those that like reptiles, meet the park s snakes and lizards. You will even be able to get up close and personal by having a cuddle with one of the resident Koalas. COUPLES GOLF & SPA 4 nights accommodation at your chosen Hamilton Island hotel including breakfast, a round of golf for one adult and a relaxing massage treatment for the other - perfect for couples. FROM 459 PER PERSON WHITSUNS FAMILY ADVENTURE 4 nights accommodation at your chosen Hamilton Island hotel with breakfast, full day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, half day trip to Whitehaven Beach and entry to the Hamilton Island Wildlife Park. PRICES FROM 1315 FOR A FAMILY OF 4 AUSTRAVEL.COM 0800 023 5760 41
getaways Austravel Secret... Upgrade to a seaplane transfer for the ultimate in luxury - ask your Travel Designer for details! YASAWA S South Pacific Ocean FIJI HOPPING Over 300 islands make up Fiji and the area boasts a warm, year round climate. The main island of Viti Levu offers a combination of beach resorts surrounded by lush mountain scenery. But for a true Fijian experience, head out to one of the outer islands of the Mamanucas or Yasawas for some of the best beaches, snorkelling and diving in the world. CRUISE WITH BLUE LAGOON FROM 749 PER ADULT Sail through the crystal clear waters of the Yasawa Islands with Blue Lagoon on this 4 day cruise. Yasawa Islands Transfer from Cruise the Turquoise Lagoon the airport and enjoy lunch on Start the day with a morning 1 the way to the Yasawa Islands. Spend the afternoon snorkelling, swimming and relaxing before champagne cocktails and welcome dinner with Fijian music. 2 dip in the crystal clear waters, before cruising to a Fijian village to take part in a traditional Yaqona ceremony. End the day with dinner on board enjoying views over the stunning ocean. 3 Nanuya Lai Lai Island After breakfast, set sail for Blue Lagoon s own private island paradise for a wonderful day and evening ashore. Enjoy a BBQ lunch on the beach and in the evening a traditional feast of magiti, cooked in an earth oven known as a lovo. Dine under the tropical stars, followed by an after dinner beach party. 4 Snorkel the reef One last island stop after breakfast with time to snorkel the reef. At midday your cruise will set course for Lautoka. Please Note: 3 and 7 day durations are also available MAMANUCA S Castaway Malolo Tokoriki Mana Island Nadi Denarau Marina Hop between islands! VITI LEVU GETTING THERE With launch transfers available between all featured Island resorts it s easy to make the most of your time in the South Pacific. GAU Most island launch transfers depart from Denarau Marina at 9.00am. For those passengers arriving later either a private transfer will be required, or an overnight stay on the main island of Viti Levu. 42 We don t just go there, we know there
Fiji MATAMANOA RESORT With a volcanic cone jutting out of the turquoise waters, brilliant green forest, white sand beaches and pristine coral reefs, it s the epitomy of peace and tranquility. Accommodation is provided in 20 spacious bures, all with sliding glass doors which open onto a patio overlooking the ocean. RESORT ROOM FROM 88 PER PERSON PER NIGHT MALOLO Malolo is an idyllic island resort with golden coral sand beaches, azure seas, panoramic views, wonderful accommodation and first-class facilities. Fill your days with the array of activities on offer including the Leilani s Spa or simply unwind doing nothing at all. OCEAN VIEW BURE FROM 132 PER PERSON PER NIGHT CASTAWAY Castaway is a 174 acre private island resort offering 66 individual thatched bures set amongst lush tropical gardens, surrounded by white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs. Water s edge dining features menus offering creative, fresh cuisine. BURE FROM 167 PER PERSON PER NIGHT LIKULIKU LAGOON RESORT Setting a new standard of Fijian subtle luxury, Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a unique resort and a haven of relaxed refinement. Offering Fiji s first and only over-water bures whilst capturing the true essence of the ancient culture. This resort is for couples only where you can choose to relax in the Spa or take a bush walk. BEACHFRONT BURE FROM 347 PER PERSON PER NIGHT TOKORIKI Tokoriki Island exudes Fijian hospitality and contemporary style and design, with tropical gardens leading on to a beautiful beach and warm waters. All rooms are stand alone oceanfacing and stunningly furnished, with comfortable lounge areas, outdoor as well as indoor showers, private outdoor decks and hammocks. DELUXE BEACH BURE FROM 198 PER PERSON PER NIGHT TADRAI Located on picturesque Mana Island, 15 miles from the main island of Viti Levu, Tadrai Island Resort is a luxurious adults-only five star sanctuary. Private plunge pools open directly onto elevated decks with ocean views. Choose to dine at the Na Vatu restaurant, a picnic at a secluded island or with private chef in-room dining. SELINA COVE VILLA FROM 469 PER PERSON PER NIGHT AUSTRAVEL.COM 0800 023 5760 43
getaways Cross the Great Sandy Strait from the mainland to discover a place of exceptional beauty; Fraser Island boasts a unique natural environment and an abundance of rare animal species 75 MILE BEACH FRASER Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, lies at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, just off the Queensland coast from Hervey Bay. Its World Heritage listing ranks Fraser with Uluru, Kakadu and the Great Barrier Reef. The island has an amazing array of natural wonders including over 100 freshwater lakes, ancient rainforests and long uninterrupted white beaches. YOUTH ADVENTURE 3 TOUR FROM 287 PER PERSON Spend an action-packed 3 days exploring Fraser Island with Cool Dingo - fun and adventure for 18 to 35 s. Tour with a local expert guide to see the best of Fraser, plus fun nights in the Dingo Bar. Cruise to Fraser Island and join the rest of your group. First stop is Basin Lake where you 1can meet the resident freshwater turtles, before heading on past ancient rainforests to Wanggoolba Creek and Lake McKenzie with its white sandy beach and crystal clear waters. After an afternoon swim head back to your overnight accommodation for a buffet dinner. 2 Get an early start to explore Seventy Five Mile Beach - float down the fast-flowing Eli Creek and visit the Maheno shipwreck which washed ashore in a cyclone in 1935. Climb to the top of Indian Head for awesome beach and cliff views, and look out for sharks, rays and humpback whales (Aug-Oct). Chill out in the bubbling Champagne Pools before an optional scenic flight over the island. 3 Time to explore some of Fraser Island s lesser known treasures - walk through the cool rainforest to beautiful emerald-green Lake Wabby - the island s deepest lake and a favourite swimming hole. Trek over the vast Hammerstone Sandblow and enjoy a poolside BBQ lunch at Eurong Beach Resort, before catching the ferry back to the mainland. FRASER TOUR If you re short on time, why not take a guided 4WD tour from Hervey Bay or Noosa, where you can experience the best of Fraser Island in just one day. Drive along famous Seventy-Five Mile Beach then turn inland to follow the sand tracks through the tall rainforests. At Central Station, walk through the rainforest along the banks of Wanggoolba Creek to see the rare king ferns. After an action-packed morning it s time to relax and enjoy a hot and cold buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort, before a walk on the beach and some souvenir shopping before heading home. TOUR FROM HERVEY BAY FROM 112 PER ADULT 44 We don t just go there, we know there
EXMOUTH Ningaloo Reef MONKEY MIA PERTH MARGARET RIVER BROOME ALBANY Geikie Gorge WARBURTON Nullarbor Plain KALGOORLIE DARWIN KATHERINE Kimberley Purnululu (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CREEK Indian Pacific Great Australian Bight Kakadu ALICE SPRINGS KINGS CANYON AYERS ROCK/ULURU COOBER PEDY Gulf of Carpentaria Mt Isa Barossa Valley ADELAIDE KANGAROO WILPENA POUND Great Ocean Road Torres Strait Cradle Mt-L St Clair Cape York LIZARD Peninsula COOKTOWN Cape Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS CAIRNS DUNK TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN BEACH HAMILTON PHILLIP MELBOURNE Hunter Valley Blue Mountains SYDNEY CANBERRA LAUNCESTON HOBART WHITSUN GROUP HERON FRASER NOOSA Sunshine Coast BRISBANE SURFERS PARADISE Gold Coast COFFS HARBOUR BLUE MOUNTAINS HUNTER VALLEY Australia Austravel Secret... From August to October Humpback whales pass through on their way to breeding grounds, stay at Kingfisher Bay and head out on a cruise to spot these majestic mammals Arafura Timor 10-11 NORTHERN TERRITORY 1-2 The Ghan 1 QUEENSLAND GREAT BARRIER Coral REEF MARINE PARK KINGFISHER BAY RESORT 3 PACKAGE FROM 254 PER PERSON Kingfisher Bay Resort sits in perfect harmony with its natural surrounds and is an ideal base from which to explore Fraser Island. Choose from Queenslander style hotel rooms with bush or lake views or self contained apartments nestled in the bush. Indian Ocean WESTERN AUSTRALIA Southern Ocean 10 SOUTH AUSTRALIA Flinders Ranges VICTORIA TASMANIA NEW SOUTH WALES Bass Strait Tasman South Pacific Ocean Platypus Bay Indian Head THREE PACKAGE INCLUDES: Two nights accommodation, transfers from Hervey Bay Airport, return catamaran transfers, daily breakfast and a full day 4WD guided eco-tour including lunch. HOTEL ROOM FROM 60 PER PERSON PER NIGHT FRASER 75 Mile Beach Hervey Bay Kingfisher Bay River Heads Maheno Shipwreck Lake McKenzie Coral AUSTRAVEL.COM 0800 023 5760 45
getaways QUALIA, THE WHITSUNS, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA QUALIAWHITSUNS Australasia boasts some amazing world class accommodation, many of which are secluded luxury island getaways. Austravel highly recommends adding any of these selected properties to your itinerary to relax, get pampered or explore their untouched surrounds. qualia is nestled neatly into the northern most tip of Hamilton Island, surrounded by the unsurpassed beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Its distinctive Australian style combined with its secluded location and intuitive service makes it a stunning resort of world-class standards. All of the luxurious hillside pavilions boast postcard views of the Whitsundays. qualia is a rare place where everything has been meticulously considered so it relaxes the mind, yet completely spoils the senses. LEEWARD PAVILION FROM 289 PER PERSON PER NIGHT. WINDWARD PAVILION FROM 459 PER PERSON PER NIGHT SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGEKANGAROO Southern Ocean Lodge is Australia s first true luxury lodge. The expansive Great Room offers cinematic ocean views; guests enjoy exceptional island-inspired dining in the restaurant, or a relaxed drink at the convivial open bar with an exclusively South Australian wine selection. Superbly appointed suites instill relaxed sophistication and feature bespoke furnishings, dramatic glass walled bathroom, sunken lounge and private terrace with hypnotic Southern Ocean views. The secluded Southern Spa features signature treatments promoting Kangaroo Island botanicals to relax and rejuvenate. FLINDERS SUITE FROM 635 PER PERSON PER NIGHT SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGE, KANGAROO, SOUTH AUSTRALIA 46 We don t just go there, we know there
Island Getaways LIZARD, GREAT BARRIER REEF, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA TADRAI RESORTFIJI Located on picturesque Mana Island, 15 miles from the main island of Viti Levu, Tadrai Island Resort is a luxurious adultsonly five star sanctuary. Each villa features original artworks and decor reflecting Fiji s historic past. Private plunge pools open directly onto elevated decks with panoramic ocean views. Choose to dine at the signature Na Vatu restaurant, a picnic at a secluded island location or with private chef in-room dining. SELINA COVE VILLA: FROM 469 PER PERSON PER NIGHT LIZARD GREAT BARRIER REEF Australia s northern most resort, Lizard Island Resort is located right on the Great Barrier Reef, fringed with coral reefs and 24 powdery white beaches. With spectacular diving and snorkelling opportunities, discover secluded, pristine beaches by foot or by motorised dinghy with a gourmet picnic just for two. Try bushwalking, sailing, fishing, a glass bottom boat trip, or perhaps indulge in a pampering treatment at the luxurious Azure Spa. Each of the 40 villas is elegant and spacious, with either ocean or beach views. Three gourmet meals daily, alcoholic beverages including Champagne and premium Australian wines, picnic hampers and the use of motorised dinghies are included. ANCHOR BAY ROOM FROM 460 PER PERSON PER NIGHT INCLUDING ALL MEALS AND SELECTED BEVERAGES LITTLE POLYNESIAN COOK S Experience the true South Pacific at the Little Polynesian Resort, staying at one of the region s finest beaches, nestled within lush tropical vegetation and a marine reserve ocean front. The intimate lodgings of traditional architecture have been designed with one purpose: to integrate harmoniously with nature s beauty. With just 14 well-appointed Are s (bungalow s) this private resort boasts individual verandahs and facilities that offers views of romance and untouched horizons. PIA TIARE GARDEN ARE FROM 141 PER PERSON PER NIGHT LITTLE POLYNESIAN, RAROTONGA, COOK S TADRAI RESORT, MANA, FIJI AUSTRAVEL.COM 0800 023 5760 47