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SUNSHINE COAST & BRISBANEINCLUDING FRASER COAST
2015/16
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For the best times of your life!
Above Photo: Moreton Island, BrisbaneMain Cover Photo: Coolum Beach
See the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane – the Sunlover Holidays way!It takes a lifetime of experience to create the experience of a lifetime and for over 30 years, Sunlover Holidays has been creating great holiday experiences for families, for couples, for friends and for adventurers right around Australia.
From Cape York to Kangaroo Island, from the Gold Coast to Margaret River, from the Kimberley to Hobart and everywhere in between our travel experts are here to help design and book your perfect holiday.
Our fourteen Sunlover Holidays brochures have something to suit all tastes and budgets and are the perfect planning tool for your next family holiday, romantic getaway, self-drive adventure or island escape.
Inside you’ll find our ‘Essential Experiences’ with ‘Must Do’ activities plus ‘Our Local Secrets’ section designed to enhance your holiday experience. Our Free Wi-Fi feature makes it easy to stay connected on holiday, just look for the properties displaying the Free Wi-Fi symbol.
We have a huge range of stay/pay and other special deals to make your holiday dollar go further as well as a fabulous selection of value add offers which are listed throughout the brochure.
Use this brochure for inspiration, then let our travel experts assist you to experience Australia your way – happy travelling!
Andrew BurnesCEO, Sunlover Holidays
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Valid 1 April 2015 – 31 March 2016.
ContentsPlanning Your Holiday 4
Travel Tips 6
Essential Experiences 8
Holiday Packages 10
Exploring South East Queensland 12
Extended Tours 12
Car Hire 13
Campervan Hire 14
Transfers 15
Sunshine Coast 16
Tours from the Sunshine Coast 17
Noosa 19
Coolum Beach to Mooloolaba 25
Caloundra 30
Sunshine Coast Hinterland 32
Fraser Coast 33
Tours from Fraser Coast 34
Brisbane and Surrounds 37
Tours from Brisbane 38
Accommodation Index 50
Important Booking Conditions 51
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Planning your Holiday
LET SUNLOVER HOLIDAYS INSPIRE YOU TO DISCOVER MORE OF THESE FANTASTIC DESTINATIONS.
The Sunlover Holidays DifferenceFantastic prices, a diverse range of Australian holiday destinations, the widest choice of products and unmatched service, combined with over 30 years experience – that’s the Sunlover Holidays difference!
We’re committed to offering an extensive range of holiday options and our team of product experts regularly travel throughout Australia to bring you the very best holiday experiences. They are passionate about Australia and personally select each product, providing you with the greatest choice at the most competitive price.
Our team of travel experts are here to help, offering advice and information. They can tailor-make your dream holiday from hundreds of fantastic hotels, apartments and resorts as well as flights, cruises, car and campervan hire, extended touring, self drive holidays and a huge range of sightseeing tours and attractions.
100% Australian OwnedSunlover Holidays is a division of The AOT Group, one of Australia’s largest travel companies. We are 100% Australian owned and proud to employ over 300 staff located in our
offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. A booking with Sunlover Holidays ensures your dollar stays in Australia and helps generate jobs for Australians!
24 Hour ServiceWe know your holiday experience doesn’t end until you are safely home. That’s why our Customer Care Team is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, should you require any assistance during your Sunlover holiday. All the necessary information will be provided with your travel documentation and you can contact the team at any time during your holiday. We’re with you on the journey.
Offering You Value for MoneyThroughout this brochure you’ll find amazing offers including free nights, room upgrades and food and beverage credits to name a few. Just look for the ‘Bonus Offer’ box.
We have also put together some fabulous Holiday Packages starting on page 10, which offer exceptional value for money. These packages include a choice of accommodation options to suit all budgets together with ‘must do’ tours and attractions, exclusive to Sunlover Holidays.
Our product team is always sourcing special deals throughout the year, so make sure you ask your travel agent for the latest Sunlover Holidays specials when making your booking.
Exclusively For YouWe’re always on the look out for ways to enhance your holiday experience. Throughout this brochure, you’ll find deals marked Exclusively For You . These are free bonus offers exclusive to Sunlover Holidays customers.
TripAdvisor This brochure is a great source of advice and has all the information you’ll need to create your dream holiday. We are now partnering with TripAdvisor to offer you (where available) hotel reviews. TripAdvisor rates real travellers’ experiences, giving you an unbiased and impartial point of view on the product we feature to assist you with your holiday planning. TripAdvisor ratings and reviews are available to view on our website at www.sunloverholidays.com.au.
The information on the following pages is designed to help you plan your dream getaway. You’ll find in-depth Travel Tips as well as a Calendar of Events on page 6. We’ve detailed our Essential Experiences on page 8 and share ‘Our Local Secrets’ on page 9.
2015-16 Signature Collection Unique Australian Experiences
Signature Collection
UNIQUE AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCES 2015 – 2016
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GOLD COAST
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TASMANIA
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ADELAIDE & SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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PERTH & THE WEST COASTINCLUDING PERTH, MARGARET RIVER, NINGALOO REEF AND GOLDEN OUTBACK
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NEW!FULLY ESCORTED
RAIL TOURSsee page 10
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Accommodation RatingsSTAR and Diamond ratings are used throughout the brochure to describe the standard of accommodation.
STAR RATINGS Properties featuring the Star symbols are independently assessed by Star Ratings Australia (SRA). SRA is a stand-alone accreditation business and a subsidiary of Australian Motoring Services (AMS). The Stars and the Star Ratings are a registered trademark of AMS. We have no input into the assessment process.
DIAMOND RATINGS Properties featuring Diamond symbols do not participate in a recognised rating scheme. The rating is supplied by the individual property based on their own assessment. We recommend they be used as a guide only.
HHH Comfortable standard of accommodation ¿¿¿
HHHH Superior standard of accommodation and ¿¿¿¿ facilities
HHHHH Deluxe standard of accommodation and ¿¿¿¿¿ facilities
I Denotes additional half rating ¯
Apartment Style AccommodationIn general, self-catering apartments feature cooking facilities with a minimum of microwave, hot plates, saucepans, crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils. Laundry facilities will be located either in the apartment, or in a guest laundry within the property. Most apartments are serviced every 7 days and do not provide hotel facilities such as porterage, room service or mini bars. Most apartments provide an initial supply of items such as tea, coffee, toilet paper and soap.
Pricing GuidePrices featured in accommodation listings are per room for the period specified unless otherwise stated. The “from” price in the property heading has been calculated using the cheapest nightly rate available, ie. in the lead-in room type, in off-peak season using the longest stay (eg. 7 nights). If a free night offer is available, even if for part of a season, this has been included when calculating the “from” price. A minimum stay is generally required. Where prices for more than a one night stay are featured, the prices refer to stays of consecutive nights.
School Holidays 2015 – 16
Queensland 3 – 19 Apr, 27 Jun – 12 Jul, 19 Sep – 5 Oct, 12 Dec 15 – 24 Jan 16
New South Wales 3 – 20 Apr, 27 Jun – 13 Jul, 19 Sep – 5 Oct, 17 Dec 15 – 26 Jan 16
Victoria 28 Mar – 12 Apr, 27 Jun – 12 Jul, 19 Sep – 4 Oct, 19 Dec 15 – 26 Jan 16
Australian Capital 11 – 26 Apr, 4 – 19 Jul, 26 Sep – 11 Oct, Territory 19 Dec 15 – 31 Jan 16
Tasmania 3 – 19 Apr, 4 – 19 Jul, 26 Sep – 11 Oct, 18 Dec 15 – 1 Feb 16
South Australia 11 – 26 Apr, 4 – 19 Jul, 26 Sep – 11 Oct, 12 Dec 15 – 31 Jan 16
Western Australia 3 – 19 Apr, 4 – 19 Jul, 26 Sep – 11 Oct, 18 Dec 15 – 1 Feb 16
Northern Territory 3 – 12 Apr, 20 Jun – 19 Jul, 26 Sep – 4 Oct, 11 Dec 15 – 24 Jan 16
New Zealand 3 – 19 Apr, 4 – 19 Jul, 26 Sep – 11 Oct, 19 Dec 15 – 31 Jan 16
Room ImagesRoom images featured on property listings are the lead-in room type, unless captioned otherwise.
What the Symbols mean
The property has Free Wi-Fi available in the room/apartment. Free Wi-Fi may or may not be available in public areas. Please refer to the Property Features in the individual accommodation listing for further details.
Kids club facilities are available. Check listings for details.
Day spa facilities are available.
The property has one or more rooms providing wheelchair access with assistance.
A bonus is available if you are celebrating a special occasion (eg. honeymoon). Advise your travel agent when booking. The definition of ‘special occasion’ and type of bonus offered is at each property’s discretion. Conditions may apply.
Product that has been accredited under the second level of the national Ecotourism Certification scheme.
Product that has been awarded the highest level of the national Ecotourism Certification scheme.
Little Cove, Noosa Heads
Our OPEN DATED range of tours offers you the flexibility of pre-paying for your “must do” holiday experiences without having to lock in dates in advance. This means you can pick the day that best suits your needs once your holiday has commenced. Simply include an OPEN DATED tour in your itinerary, pay for your entire holiday prior to departure, then call us up to 24 hours in advance to book. OPEN DATED gives you the flexibility to buy now and book later! Just look for the OPEN DATED symbol on pages 17, 18, 34, 38 and 39.
OPEN DATED TOURS
Buy Now & Book Later!
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Travel Tips
DISTANCES BY ROAD (KM)
BRISBANE
94 CALOUNDRA
100 20 MOOLOOLABA
103 21 5 MAROOCHYDORE
121 39 23 19 COOLUM
141 55 40 36 17 NOOSA HEADS
240 167 157 154 148 138 RAINBOW BEACH
289 216 205 202 196 187 126 HERVEY BAY
376 302 292 290 283 274 217 132 BARGARA
520 414 404 401 394 385 327 242 135 AGNES WATER
636 563 553 550 543 534 478 393 301 225 ROCKHAMPTON
1118 1045 1035 1032 1025 1016 960 875 783 707 482 AIRLIE BEACH
1705 1631 1621 1618 1612 1603 1546 1461 1369 1294 1069 624 CAIRNS
Distances should be used as a guide only.
Weather GuideTEMPERATURE AVERAGE Sunsh ine and Br i sbane F raser Coas ts
Summer 21ºC to 29ºC 21ºC to 29ºC
Autumn 17ºC to 26ºC 17ºC to 26ºC
Win te r 10ºC to 21ºC 10ºC to 21ºC
Spr ing 16ºC to 26ºC 15ºC to 26ºC
Calendar of Events
APRILBrisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race 3rd
MAYNoosa International Food and Wine Festival 14th-17th
JULYRugby League State of Origin, Brisbane 8th
AUGUSTRoyal Queensland Show (Ekka), Brisbane 7th-16th
Hervey Bay Seafood Festival 9th
National Country Music Muster, Gympie 27th-30th
SEPTEMBERNoosa Jazz Festival 3rd-6th
Brisbane Riverfire TBC
Brisbane Festival TBC
OCTOBERCaloundra Music Festival TBC
NOVEMBERNoosa Triathlon and Multisport Festival 1st
Brisbane International Film Festival TBC
JANUARYBrisbane Tennis International TBC
TBC – Dates for this event were yet to be confirmed at the time of printing.
How to Get ThereBY AIR Brisbane Airport is the gateway to South East Queensland. Direct flights operate from all Australian capital cities and major regional centres.
Sunshine Coast Airport is located approximately 12 kilometres away from Maroochydore. Direct flights operate from Sydney and Melbourne with Virgin Australia and Jetstar.
Fraser Coast Airport is located at Hervey Bay with direct flights from Sydney operated by Virgin Australia and from Brisbane with QantasLink.
BY RAIL Explore Queensland’s coast in comfort by rail. Queensland Rail’s Spirit of Queensland and Tilt Train service the coastal regions between Brisbane and Cairns, stopping off at Nambour and Maryborough along the way.
BY CAR Take the time to explore as you make your way to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.
Whether it’s getting there or getting around we recommend Avis car hire. See page 13 for details or ask your travel agent about the great specials Avis has to offer.
Beach SafetyQueensland has some of the world’s best beaches, however care and caution should be exercised at all times. Please remember to swim between the red and yellow flags and listen to instructions from lifesavers and lifeguards.
School Leavers CelebrationsEach year from mid November to mid December, school leavers from Queensland and southern states head to the Sunshine Coast for School Leavers Celebrations. During this period, bonds and conditions may apply to some properties. Check with your travel agent at time of booking.
FLIGHT DURATIONFROM/TO BRISBANE SUNSHINE FRASER COAST COAST
Brisbane - - 50 mins
Sydney 1 hr 30 mins 1 hr 35 mins 1 hr 45 mins
Canberra 1 hr 40 mins - -
Melbourne 2 hrs 10 mins 2 hrs 20 mins -
Adelaide 2 hrs 25 mins - -
Perth 4 hrs 20 mins - -
Darwin 3 hrs 40 mins - -
The above table shows flight durations for direct flights only. Connecting flights from other destinations are also available. Times are a guide only and subject to change.
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Wandoan
MilesChinchilla
Moonie
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Condamine
Emerald
Blackwater
TOWN OF 1770
Yeppoon
MARYBOROUGH
St George
LAMINGTONNATIONAL PARK
North Keppel Island
Great Keppel Island
North West Island
Herron Island
Masthead Island
LADY MUSGRAVE ISLAND
SOUTHSTRADBROKEISLAND
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Wilson Island
LADY ELLIOT ISLAND
Baralba
AGNES WATER
CLEVELAND
DUNWICH
MORETONBAY
MON REPOS
Kingfisher Bay Resort HAPPY VALLEY
EURONG
URANGANRIVER HEADS LAKE MCKENZIE
WANGGOOLBA CREEK
Cathedral Beach
Great Sandy
National Park
Seventy Five Mile Beach
FRASER ISLAND
TIN CAN BAYINSKIPHOOK POINT
Coloured Sands
Cooloola,Great Sandy
National Park
RAINBOW BEACH
Forest Glen
BUDERIM
TEWANTIN
YANDINA
PEREGIAN
MAPLETON
LANDSBOROUGH
BEERWAH
NAMBOUR
SUNSHINE BEACH
Ginger Factory
Glass House Mountains
Australia Zoo
Ettamogah Pub
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NAUSTRALIA
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PERTH
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SYDNEY MELBOURNE
HOBART
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SUNSHINECOAST
CALOUNDRA
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BRISBANE AND SURROUNDS
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NOOSA
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COOLUM BEACH TO MOOLOOLABA
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FRASER COAST
Pages 33 to 36
SUNSHINE COAST HINTERLAND
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1. The BeachesThere are so many sensational beaches along the coast. Families will love Mooloolaba and Caloundra, as well as Alexandra Headland – a surfer’s paradise. Noosa’s Main Beach is the coast’s premier beach destination, while locals savour the peace of Coolum and Marcoola beaches. The golden sands continue for kilometres on Fraser and Moreton Islands and Brisbane has its very own beach at South Bank.
2. Australia ZooVisit Australia Zoo, home of the Crocodile Hunter and some of Australia’s most unique and amazing wildlife. Hand feed an Asian elephant, walk with a Sumatran tiger and get up close and personal with a crocodile. Enjoy the many wildlife shows. (see pages 17 and 39 for details)
3. DiningThe Sunshine Coast is renowned for its highly acclaimed restaurants and cafés. Choose from exclusive beachfront dining along Hastings Street in Noosa or the Esplanade in Mooloolaba, to family-friendly surf clubs lining the coast. With its perfect outdoor climate Brisbane boasts many alfresco-style dining options.
4. HinterlandEscape to a retreat and travel among the scenic surroundings of Maleny, Montville and Mapleton. Enjoy a rainforest walk to the spectacular Kondalilla Falls. Stroll through the streets dotted with quaint cafés, boutiques and galleries. Explore the Glass House Mountains and take in the breathtaking views. (see page 32)
5. ShoppingThe Sunshine Coast has it all when it comes to retail therapy. For popular fashion chain stores head to Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore. You’ll find elegant boutiques along Hastings Street, Noosa or the Mooloolaba Esplanade. In Brisbane, shopping centres and factory outlets, emerging designers and weekend markets can all be found around the inner city. Fortitude Valley and Paddington are also great for vintage pieces and chic fashion boutiques.
6. South Bank ParklandsSouth Bank Parklands near the Brisbane CBD has a mixture of activities to suit all ages. For summer fun head to Aquativity; an interactive water play park or take a dip in the lagoon or man-made beach. Take a ride on the Wheel of Brisbane for spectacular views of the city. (see page 10 for details)
7. Fraser IslandLocated along the southern coast of Queensland lies the exquisite World Heritage Listed Fraser Island. Surrounded by endless beaches, clear inland lakes and a rainforest based on sand, the island is brimming with natural beauty. (see pages 12, 18, 33 to 36 for details)
8. Whale Watching Enjoy the magnificent Humpback whales in their natural habitat. Visit the calm waters of Hervey Bay or Moreton Bay between July and October for a memorable day with these giants of the sea. (see pages 17, 34 and 38 for details)
9. Eumundi MarketsVisit the popular Eumundi Markets for local arts and craft. Enjoy meandering through an array of stalls filled with unique fashion and tantalizing cuisine. Open every Wednesday and Saturday, these markets are considered one of the best, located 20 kilometres west of Noosa.
10. Moreton IslandWalk waist deep into water and feed the wild Bottlenose dolphins that visit the shores each evening at sunset, toboggan down steep sand dunes or dive the wrecks. (see pages 38 and 49 for details)
Essential Experiences
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7 Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island
10 Moreton Island9 Eumundi Markets
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For food lovers…Head to the Eat Street Markets in Brisbane for authentic international cuisine by the best local chefs, every Friday and Saturday evening.
For a fine dining experience in Noosa book a table at…Locale and enjoy contemporary Italian food and some of the area’s best pasta. Sit back and take in the friendly ambiance.
On a Sunday morning…Wander through the Caloundra Street Fair for unique arts and crafts and fresh produce. Enjoy live entertainment and street theatre.
A great place to take the family is…Maleny Dairies. Learn about the milking process then indulge in a delicious milkshake and their famous soft serve ice-cream, while taking in the picturesque hills of Maleny.
Best place for a lazy breakfast?Check out Eat at Dan & Steph’s in Hervey Bay, the 2013 winners of the popular TV show ‘My Kitchen Rules’.
A great way to spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon…Chill out at the Peregian Originals. Listen to live original music performed by local artists, in a casual outdoor beachside setting, every second Sunday of every month.
Main Beach, Noosa
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6 The Wheel of Brisbane 3 Noosa
2 Australia Zoo