Wednesday 2 March 2016

Southern Great Barrier Reef Update

Southern Great Barrier Reef team returns to the Global Stage and will once again be showcasing the region at ATE 2016 on the Gold Coast. A number of internationally ready tourism businesses from the region will also be in attendance including: Great Keppel Island Hideaway (New to ATE) 1770 LARC Tours Capricorn Caves Central Apartment Group Delaware North (Heron Island Resort) Empire and Edge Apartments Lady Elliot Island Lagoons 1770 Resort & Spa NEW PRODUCT – Salt Yeppoon on the Capricorn Coast

Stay at the finest oceanfront apartments on the Capricorn Coast. The picture of beachfront perfection awaits you at Salt, Yeppoon's newest premium 4.5-Star Apartments. Situated on Yeppoon's magnificent Main Beach, Salt offers unsurpassed ocean views from every luxurious apartment. Salt's architecturally inspired building boasts fifty spacious 1, 2, 3-bedroom and penthouse apartments spread across five levels, all unrivalled in terms of size and quality of finishes. Guests can enjoy Salt's first class facilities including two resort style pools and tropical entertainment area, a fully equipped gym, large conference centre and exceptional beachfront dining.

Lady Elliot Island's Manta Rays to Feature in David Attenborough Series

Our very own resident Manta Rays are to make a special appearance in Episode 2 of the David Attenborough's 'Great Barrier Reef' series. The release date for the series is yet to be announced, but keep an eye out on our Facebook page for details!

NEW PRODUCT – Lady Musgrave Seaplane Day Trip

Take in the magnificent Southern Great Barrier Reef from above and below the water with this truly memorable seaplane and snorkel experiences. Travelling via Amphibious Seaplane, you'll enjoy a spectacular 45minute flight each way with Australia By Seaplane to the jewel of the SGBR taking in the sights of Gladstone, the majestic coastline and Bustard Head Lighthouse before a water landing at Lady Musgrave Island Lagoon.

Great Keppel Island Getaway

Great Keppel Island Hideawayis excited to announce our trade ready room rates for March 2016 - March 2017. We also have a fantastic 2 night island getaway package, including transfers with sister company Keppel Konnections & activities with GKI Adventures.

'Off the Wagon' Childers Wine Tour

Enjoy a relaxed fully-escorted tour taking in three unique Childers vineyards and wineries, and the historic Paragon Theatre. Enjoy tastings, morning tea, lunch, theatre tour, driver and local area commentary in quaint rural surrounds. For more information ask the team at Childers Eco Lodge.

Natures wonder as hatchlings emerge on Heron Island

Heron Island is once again the spectacular backdrop to one of nature's most breathtaking journeys, with the hatchling phase of turtle breeding season currently in full swing. Each year, visitors to the island are delighted by the abundance of Loggerhead and Green Sea Turtles that call Heron Island home. Alongside the hatching experience, visitors are spoiled for ways to immerse themselves in island life, with diving and snorkelling, guided tours of the island, kayaking and spa treatments all on offer.

7.5million upgrade of Bundaberg Distilling Co.'s Visitor Centre

Bundaberg Rum has announced a new $7.5 million visitors' experience at the distillery in Bundaberg; it's expected that the upgrade will be completed in July 2016. The upgrade will create a visitors experience fitting of Australia's most awarded rum distillery. Visitors will be able to experience the Bundaberg Rum brand story and history through an interactive self-guided tour and will include a new alfresco-dining area, as well as function facilities designed for private and corporate events.

What's happening in SGBR?

  • Empire Apartment Hotel won GOLD for 'New Tourism Business' at the 2015 Qld Tourism Awards in November and is home of Rockhampton's newest and most impressive conference and meeting venue. Ideally positioned within the new Empire Apartment Hotel complex on the Rockhampton CBD Riverfront precinct.
  • Meet Stuey!One of the Southern Great Barrier Reef's most well-known regional characters - Stuart Buchanan. Writer, 70 something, single, hard-working, meticulous light house restorer, yachtie, taxi driver, story teller and down to earth Aussie character! With steadfast local allies, the Mergard family of 1770 LARC! Tours, the Bustard Head Lightstation restoration has been successful and now boasts the privilege of being Queensland's only operating lighthouse that is open to the public.
  • Ladies of The Southern Great Barrier Reef hit the road. Kelly's Beach Resort, Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort & Lady Musgrave Experience together will visit Brisbane & Sydney to update agents on The Southern Great Barrier Reef. These include, refurbishments at Kellys Beach Resort, New Scenic Flights available with Lady Musgrave Experience and a soft refurb in rooms, new packages & added guest experiences at Lady Elliot, plus some exciting new tours available in the Bundaberg Region.
  • Santa in his bright red suit lit up Capricorn Caves as he abseiled 30 metres down the summer solstice light shaft at midday on 22 December. The large crowd cheered as Santa appeared through a vertical shaft in the roof of the Belfry Cave. Capricorn Caves is open for tours every day of the year except Christmas Day.
  • Sandcastles 1770, privately hidden amongst lush tropical gardens - 50m from pillow to beach. The ceremony, the reception, the decorations, the flowers, the delectable delights. Their in-house wedding and event coordinator can assist with planning your clients special day.
  • The flight simulators installed within the Hinkler Hall of Aviation mid last year have proven to be a great success with all guests, young and old! Another exciting exhibit is set to be developed later this year – stay tuned

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