New Tourism in Queensland December 2015

A contemporary new look for a Gold Coast fave

Jupiters Hotel and Casino has unveiled a world-class penthouse, deluxe executive rooms and lavish ocean terrace suites as part of their executive offering on the Gold Coast. This new look – including upgrades to the pool area and hotel facade – is part of The Star Entertainment Group’s $345 million commitment to transform the 30-year-old favourite. A six-star 17-storey all-suite hotel will round out the project on the Broadbeach site, with a launch date expected just prior to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.Further information:

Further information: 

W: www.jupiterstransformation.com.au

Horse play aids holistic health in the Hinterland

Forget snail slime or sheep cells with your next spa treatment. In an Australian first, Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat is offering four holistic, equine-assisted therapies for guests including therapy, meditation, learning and journey on the Gold Coast. That’s right folks, horses are part of the treatment. Horses, like humans, are social creatures and these newly introduced ‘horse-play’ nature therapies are designed to assist Gwinganna guests to reach heightened social, emotional and cognitive awareness. Giddy Up!

Further information:
W: www.gwinganna.com

$15 million new build hotel for the Sunshine Coast

Best Western Hotels and Resorts has unveiled its $15 million Best Western Plus Oceanside Kawana Hotel and Wildflower Bar and Restaurant in a sparkling new waterside suburb on the southern Sunshine Coast. The 81-room, 4.5 star hotel is the only one in region to provide a full-service corporate hotel in time for summer. The hotel is part of the new Oceanside Kawana Health complex and is designed to capture business travellers who are looking to stay productive on their Sunshine Coast visit, as well as holidaymakers looking for a vibrant and relaxing space to unwind.

Further information:
W: www.bestwestern.com.au

Brisbane premieres Pop-Up Drive-In

The river city’s famously delicious Eat Street Markets has added a ‘Pop Up’ Drive-In and Outdoor Cinema to its Northshore dining experience, transforming the popular eating hole into Brisbane’s coolest new date night locale. Contemporary releases and classic Hollywood blockbusters will screen centre stage with the retro cinema set to open on Friday and Saturday nights. Mid-week moviegoers will be able to catch a flick from the comfort of their car – or on a moon chair if they’re sans vehicle – every Wednesday through to Sunday during the upcoming summer holidays. Situated only minutes from Eat Street Markets (along Macarthur Avenue), with city vistas and the river as a magical backdrop, this Pop Up Drive-In is our tip for a top summer venue.


Further information:
W: www.movies.eatstreetmarkets.com.au