IndianOcean

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SYDNEY

BLUE MOUNTAINSHUNTER VALLEY

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MELBOURNE

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HOBART

BROOME

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Nullarbor Plain

KINGSCANYON

WARBURTON

KALGOORLIE

ALBANY

MARGARET RIVER

MONKEY MIA

NingalooReef

EXMOUTH

Geikie GorgeNational Park

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Short on time? Fly direct from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to

Hamilton Island to make the most of your time in the Whitsundays.

HAMILTON ISLANDPerfectly 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 fl ora and fauna, fi ne food and wines, and activities almost too numerous to mention.

GREAT BARRIER REEF ADVENTURE4 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 ESCAPEIncluding 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

REEF VIEW HOTELThe 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.

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QUALIASituated 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.

GOLFTee off beside the Whitsundays at the Hamilton Island Golf Club, one of the world’s premier golfi ng destinations. The course is adjacent to Hamilton Island on its own patch of paradise, Dent Island.

COUPLES GOLF & SPA4 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

WHITSUNDAYS FAMILY ADVENTURE4 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

PALM BUNGALOWSIf 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.

BEACH CLUBWith 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 ISLAND WILDLIFE PARKCentrally 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.

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.

ULTIMATE EXPERIENCEExperience a spectacular scenic fl ight 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.

SPAMake 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.

WHITEHAVEN BEACHExperience 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.

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VITI LEVU

South Pacific Ocean

Denarau Marina

Malolo

MAMANUCAISLANDS

Castaway

Tokoriki

ManaIsland

YASAWAISLANDS

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Hop between islands!With launch transfers available between all featured Island resorts it’s easy to make the most of your time in the South Pacifi c.

Austravel Secret...Upgrade to a seaplane transfer for the ultimate in luxury - ask your Travel Designer for details!

FIJI ISLAND HOPPINGOver 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 LAGOONFROM £749 PER ADULT

Sail through the crystal clear waters of the Yasawa Islands with Blue Lagoon on this 4 day cruise.

DAY1Yasawa Islands Transfer from

the airport and enjoy lunch on the way to the Yasawa Islands. Spend the afternoon snorkelling, swimming and relaxing before champagne cocktails and welcome dinner with Fijian music.

DAY2Cruise the Turquoise Lagoon

Start the day with a morning 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.

DAY3Nanuya 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.

DAY4Snorkel 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

GETTING THEREMost 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.

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MATAMANOA ISLAND 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 fi rst-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.ISLAND BURE FROM £167 PER PERSON PER NIGHT

TOKORIKI ISLAND 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’ ocean-facing 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

LIKULIKU LAGOON RESORT Setting a new standard of Fijian subtle luxury, Likuliku Lagoon Resort is a unique resort and a haven of relaxed refi nement. Offering Fiji’s fi rst 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

TADRAI ISLANDLocated on picturesque Mana Island, 15 miles from the main island of Viti Levu, Tadrai Island Resort is a luxurious adults-only fi ve 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

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FRASER ISLAND DAY TOURIf 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. DAY TOUR FROM HERVEY BAY FROM £112 PER ADULT

FRASER ISLANDFraser 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 ADVENTURE3 DAY TOUR FROM £287 PER PERSONSpend 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.

DAY1Cruise to Fraser Island and join the rest of your group. First stop is Basin Lake where you

can 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.

DAY2Get an early start to explore Seventy Five Mile Beach - fl oat down the fast-fl owing 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 fl ight over the island.

DAY3Time 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.

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

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Hervey Bay

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Indian Head

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Southern Ocean

Great AustralianBight

Tasman Sea

South PacificOcean

Bass Strait

GoldCoast

SunshineCoast

CoralSea

Torres Strait

Gulf ofCarpentaria

ArafuraSea

TimorSea

WESTERNAUSTRALIA

NORTHERNTERRITORY

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

TASMANIA

VICTORIA

NEWSOUTHWALES

QUEENSLAND

SYDNEY

BLUE MOUNTAINSHUNTER VALLEY

BRISBANE

CAIRNS

DARWIN

PERTH

ADELAIDE

MELBOURNE

ALICE SPRINGS

AYERS ROCK/ULURU

HOBART

BROOME

Cape YorkPeninsula

CapeTribulation

COOKTOWN

PORT DOUGLAS

DUNK ISLAND

WHITSUNDAYGROUP

TOWNSVILLEAIRLIEBEACH

HAYMANISLAND

HAMILTONISLAND

HERONISLAND

FRASER ISLAND

NOOSA

SURFERS PARADISE

COFFS HARBOUR

HunterValley

Blue Mountains

CANBERRA

LAUNCESTONCradle Mt-L St ClairNational Park

KANGAROOISLAND

BarossaValley

Great OceanRoad

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WILPENA POUND

COOBERPEDY

Nullarbor Plain

KINGSCANYON

WARBURTON

KALGOORLIE

ALBANY

MARGARET RIVER

MONKEY MIA

NingalooReef

EXMOUTH

Geikie GorgeNational Park

HALLSCREEK

KimberleyPurnululuNational Park(Bungle Bungle Ranges)

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KINGFISHER BAY RESORT3 DAY PACKAGE FROM £254 PER PERSON

Kingfi sher 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.

THREE DAY 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

Austravel Secret...From August to October Humpback whales pass through on their way to breeding grounds, stay at Kingfi sher Bay and head out on a cruise to spot these majestic mammals

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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.

SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGE, KANGAROO ISLAND, SOUTH AUSTRALIA

SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGEKANGAROO ISLAND

Southern Ocean Lodge is Australia’s fi rst 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

QUALIAWHITSUNDAYS

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

QUALIA, THE WHITSUNDAYS, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

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AUSTRAVEL.COM | 0800 023 5760 47TADRAI ISLAND RESORT, MANA ISLAND, FIJI

LITTLE POLYNESIAN, RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS

LIZARD ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER REEF, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

TADRAI ISLAND RESORTFIJI

Located on picturesque Mana Island, 15 miles from the main island of Viti Levu, Tadrai Island Resort is a luxurious adults-only fi ve star sanctuary. Each villa features original artworks and decor refl ecting 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

LITTLE POLYNESIAN COOK ISLANDS

Experience the true South Pacifi c at the Little Polynesian Resort, staying at one of the region’s fi nest 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

LIZARD ISLANDGREAT 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, fi shing, 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

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