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THE GREAT BARRIER REEFWorld Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, is a living masterpiece so large it can be seen from outer space. Stretching over 1,200 miles along the Australian coast are pristine, palm-fringed islands and more than 3000 individual reef systems teeming with rare marine life. There are many ways and places to explore the reef.

KANGAROO ISLANDFor an Australian wildlife adventure you can’t beat Kangaroo Island. Off Australia’s south coast, the island has spectacular fi shing and diving, secluded beaches, rugged rock formations and underground caves. 96 miles long, Kangaroo Island has unspoiled terrain, captivating wildlife and some of the best local produce and gourmet food in Australia.

LORD HOWE ISLANDTranquility reigns on this World Heritage-listed island, less than a 2-hour flight from Brisbane or Sydney. Packed into just 7 square miles long and 1.2 miles wide are a beautiful tropical lagoon, breathtaking beaches and forests. Explore the island, hike through native palm forests and discover the world’s southernmost coral reef.

THE WHITSUNDAYSSail, swim, snorkel, dive or just relax in the beautiful Whitsundays—74 pristine, palm-fringed islands tucked inside the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea. Enjoy luxury on Hayman and Hamilton islands, walk the white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach or discover one of the other untouched tropical oases by sea kayak, seaplane or sailboat.

Australia is fringed by more than 8,000 islands, offering many types of vacation experiences. Sail the Whitsundays, 4WD to Fraser Island’s rainforests and lakes or select a tropical paradise in the Great Barrier Reef. Discover the wild beauty of the islands off Tasmania, Australia’s biggest island. Explore the wildlife havens of Kangaroo Island in South Australia or French and Phillip Island in Victoria. Day trip to gorgeous Rottnest Island, island hop around Sydney Harbour or fl y to Lord Howe Island, home to the world’s southernmost coral reef. From sandy beaches to rainforests to untamed wilderness areas, Australia’s islands offer a myriad of island adventures.

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Lizard IslandGREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAUnderstated luxury coupled with natural beauty and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef make Lizard a unique experience. Accessible only by private plane, guests at this exclusive island can snorkel coral gardens right off the beach, enjoy world class big game fi shing, or explore the 24 pristine white powdery sand beaches. Premium accommodation ranges from rooms with a view to the stunning “Pavilion” perched high above the Coral Sea with complete seclusion, spectacular panoramic views, private plunge pool, sun lounger and daybeds.

Dining is 5 star from dawn until dusk, with meals included guests enjoy the relaxed and intimate Ospreys Restaurant in an idyllic location overlooking the ocean.

Guests can also enjoy private romantic dinners, sunset beachside degustations, or escape to an empty beach with a private picnic for two.

The Azure Spa offers a range of treatments inspired by nature to nurture the mind, body and spirit. These powerful spa treatments combine ancient indigenous medicines and massage techniques, with aromatherapy, color therapy, sound therapy and herbalism principles.

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Guests here enjoy watersports, racquet sports, scuba diving, snorkel safaris, sea kayaking, tube rides, water skiing, dinghy hire, fi shing charters, lunch drop offs at private beaches, kids club, personal training, pilates, and tennis lessons to mention a few.

The luxurious Spa Hayman offers much more than pampering, they have an extensive menu of traditional favorites and an array of treatments that indulge the senses. The Hayman experience begins before arrival and lingers long after leaving.

HaymanGREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAAustralia’s most awarded fi ve-star resort offers discerning guests unsurpassed luxury, total relaxation, indulgent dining, leisurely island activity, fascinating Great Barrier Reef adventures and breathtaking scenery. The 1 hour luxury launch transfer from Great Barrier Reef Airport across the spectacular Whitsunday Island Passage is the perfect entrée to the Hayman experience. This exclusive resort is fl anked by lush rainforest and the fringe of the Great Barrier Reef and is a supreme indulgence in every way.

Hayman offers elegant resort living in 212 beautifully appointed rooms, suites, penthouses and beach villas all featuring private terraces or balconies.

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qualiaGREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe striking qualia is a unique world class luxury resort tucked into the secluded northern tip of Hamilton Island, surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef. Designed for the discerning traveler and exclusively for adults, qualia is the ultimate retreat, boasting a private pebble beach, fi ne facilities, relaxed indulgence and attentive personalized service.

Leeward pavilions are studio style and have spectacular sunset views. Windward pavilions are north facing with expansive views and a private plunge pool. This secluded beach house is sumptuously spacious and boast an elegant dining room, lounge, kitchenette, private infi nity-edge pool and panoramic island or ocean views.

A round on the Hamilton Island Golf Club on neighboring Dent Island, Australia’s only island championship golf course is a once in a lifetime experience. There are also a plethora of activities available for qualia guests including diving or snorkeling, charter yachts, picnic on Whitehaven Beach or experience the reef from above on a scenic helicopter fl ight.

qualia has two pools, a fi tness center, library, private dining room, two bars and restaurants and a spa that is the ideal place to unwind with a luxurious selection of holistic spa treatments.

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It is also a natural choice for those who like to explore and laze on beaches or cozy up on a private picnic far from crowds. The vibe on Heron is supremely relaxed and comfortable, casually styled rooms overlook gardens, beach or reef.

Activities include: guided reef walks, island ecology walks, guided birdlife walks, wildlife presentations, snorkeling lessons in the swimming pool, tennis, table tennis, nature slide show presentations, marine documentaries and a trivia night.

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Heron IslandGREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAAccessible by launch or spectacular helicopter transfer, Heron Island is a true reef resort on an island located on a bed of coral in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Heron Island is a rare wonderland in a World Heritage protected coral cay and a haven for nature lovers. The translucent waters surrounding the island are host to fl ourishing coral gardens and marine life, including seasonal visitors such as nesting Green and Loggerhead turtles and whales.

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Wilson Island

Beach Club Hamilton IslandWHITSUNDAYS, AUSTRALIAThe Beach Club is a delightful boutique hotel – sophisticated and stylish with a fantastic beachfront location. Romantic, intimate and perfect for couples, with beautiful views of palm-fringed Catseye Beach and the Coral Sea, it is a luxurious base in the Whitsunday Islands.

The modern, well appointed rooms have a stylish beach house vibe, designed for relaxing. All rooms have a private courtyard or balcony looking onto the beach and ocean.

Hamilton Island offers a number of dining options from casual fare through fi ne dining, including the Beach Club Restaurant for fi ne dining and complimentary a la carte breakfast.

The resort also offers an infi nity pool, access to gym, sauna and tennis courts, use of catamarans, windsurfi ng and snorkeling equipment.

One of the ultimate ways to see the reef from Hamilton Island is visiting the prisitne Whitehaven Beach, just 30 minutes by catamaran or 10 minutes by seaplane or helicpoter.

GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAWilson Island is a private place in the Great Barrier Reef, untainted, untouched and understated with luxurious safari style tent accommodation for just twelve guests at any one time. Located on a divine sweep of white sand in a world heritage listed area that is also home to rare turtles and birds, guests step off the beach into a kaleidoscope of marine life.

The resort is divine by virtue of its sheer simplicity; it is about enjoying the lack of glitz and welcoming uncomplicated pleasures of island life.

Designer-inspired tented accommodation is unique, with reef and ocean views. Wilson Island is a fabulous place to be shipwrecked – down to earth and natural, yet stylish and supremely comfortable.

Meals are enjoyed at The Longhouse, a spacious communal dining room in a relaxed setting with sand fl oor and open sides. Here bourgeois campers unwind over a drink at the end of the day.

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Coral Princess CruisesGREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAAn ultimate way to experience the incredible scenic coastline and Great Barrier Reef is cruising the waters on a boutique ship. Coral Princess Cruises offer 3, 4 or 7-night cruises of the Great Barrier Reef for intimate groups of just 50 guests at a time.

For most, a visit to this region is a once in a lifetime experience. With just a few precious days to discover the region’s natural wonders, guests cruising the reef wake each morning at exclusive moorings with the best coral gardens, rainforests and secluded tropical islands right outside.

Departing from Cairns, cruises explore remote coral cays, deserted aside from the myriad of tropical fi sh and discover pristine tropical islands to wander ancient rainforest trails well beyond the reach of most visitors.

Onboard the ship is relaxed and comfortable with activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, glass-bottom boat exploration and presentations by a Marine Biologist. Or guests can simply relax on the sundeck or jacuzzi while cruising through some of the most awe-inspiring scenery Australia has to offer.

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Capella Lodge

Southern Ocean LodgeKANGAROO ISLAND, AUSTRALIALuxurious Southern Ocean Lodge fl oats atop a secluded cliff on a dramatic stretch of deserted Kangaroo Island coast commanding staggering views of the wild Southern Ocean. This internationally celebrated lodge showcases nature and contemporary opulence even through its distinguished epicurean culture fed by a profusion of fresh seafood, unique local produce and the acclaimed vignerons of South Australia.

The 21 deluxe eco chic suites feature lavish furnishings and sleeping areas, sunken lounge, glass-walled ensuites and outdoor terrace, each extending to arresting views. Signature design elements such as sandblasted limestone fl oors and recycled spotted gum feature walls, as well as contemporary bespoke furnishings and artworks commissioned from local

artisans promote a real sense of place and compliment a philosophy of true ecological sustainability. The secluded Southern Spa features signature treatments with Kangaroo Island botanicals to relax and rejuvenate.

All inclusive rates include gourmet breakfast, lunch, 4-course dinner with inspired daily menu, all beverages (cellar masters list additional), island airport transfers and exceptional guided adventures and experiences.

LORD HOWE ISLAND, AUSTRALIAThe boutique Capella Lodge is perched above Lord Howe Island’s spectacular Lovers Bay, and delivers all the hallmarks of opulent beachside living. The 9 intimate beach house style suites feature fl oor to ceiling windows and sophisticated seashore ambience.

Rising from the Tasman Sea just 430 miles northeast of Sydney, tiny Lord Howe island is just 7 miles long and 2 miles at widest. To preserve the precious natural environment, a mere 280 people are privileged to call it home and no more than 20 guests are hosted at Capella Lodge. Long recognized for its pristine natural heritage, around 75% of the island is permanently preserved as Marine Park and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1982.

The petite Capella Spa indulges body and soul. A signature menu of rejuvenating and relaxation treatments embraces the Island’s endemic kentia palms and marine environment.

Capella’s innovative menus change daily showcasing fresh fi sh, house-made pasta, organic island greens, daily baked breads and lodge-churned ice creams.

Combining pristine natural beauty with relaxed luxury, Capella Lodge delivers a unique and exclusive Lord Howe experience.

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