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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR SAILING THE WHITSUNDAYS

March 16, 2021/in Holiday

Leave the entertaining to someone else this Christmas, and enjoy one of the great modern adventures in Australian waters.

16-Night Luxury Tall Ship Cruise & Stay Package
Cairns to Sydney | Starts 21 December 2021
Cruise ends 06 January 2022 in Sydney
FROM $9,530 per person, twin share in a Cat D2 Oceanview Cabin

 

Enjoy a stress-free Christmas exploring the Whitsunday Islands aboard Golden Horizon – the World’s largest tall ship. All you need to do is relax, unwind and enjoy the adventure.

Experience an adventure like no other aboard the 140 cabin Golden Horizon. You’ll love the relaxed, casually elegant ambience on board a ship which perfectly marries rich sailing heritage and modern luxury, with a sustainable twist – sailing without using propulsion wherever possible.

Here’s a quick look at life on board:

Starting in Cairns, set sail south along Australia’s iconic East Coast to spend Christmas exploring the sunny Whitsunday Islands brilliant blue waters.

Discover the best of Brisbane and enjoy an unforgettable New Year’s Eve watching the fireworks off Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast.

Spend New Year’s Day at sea before taking passage to the waters off Coffs Harbour, before ending your adventure in vibrant Sydney.

Whitsunday Islands

Your Tradewind Voyages Cruise-Stay package includes:

  • 1 night pre-cruise hotel stay in Cairns with breakfast.
  • One way transfer from Cairns hotel to port on embarkation day.
  • 15-night tall ship cruise aboard the NEW Golden Horizon from Cairns to Sydney.
  • All shipboard main meals.
  • A selection of beers and wines with lunch and dinner onboard.
  • Use of onboard water sports equipment including water skis, pico sailboats, kayaks, knee & wake boards, windsurfing, stand up paddle boards, snorkel gear, a floating island and trampoline
  • plus noodles for swimming.
  • Onboard resident destination expert speakers plus cultural performances.
  • Prepaid ship`s gratuities.
  • Port/govt. charges.

Scroll down for terms and conditions, and contact us for pricing in the full range of cabin categories aboard Golden Horizon.

For more information, simply leave us a note in the form below, or CALL US [1300 935 669] to discuss your specific requirements.

We’d love to hear from you!

Terms & Conditions
All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best known cruise fare at time of publication (05Mar21). Prices and routing is a guide only and may change. Some cabins may have obstructed views. All prices based on cash payment – credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply – please ask for full details at time of enquiry. Not included: airfares, air taxes, travel insurance, meals/hotels/transfers other than those listed, shore excursions, gift shop purchases, drinks other than those listed. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure. Transfer on arrival from airport is not included. Port transfer is included on exact package dates and hotel is at the discretion of our agency. Offer valid until sold out/withdrawn and is subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty.

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JUST BACK FROM CAIRNS

August 24, 2020/in TTA News

David Thompson, Manager – Sales & Client Experience at The Travel Authority Corporate, recently dashed from Sydney to Far North Queensland for a long-overdue escape.

Just three days before he was due to depart, the Queensland government announced that it was closing the state’s border to Sydney residents from midnight on 31 July. David arrived into Cairns at 6.00 pm, slipping into the Sunshine State in the nick of time.

“Talk about lucky,” he says. Read all about his trip to Cairns below.

You can tell we’re living in strange times when a pre-flight safety announcement is updated to say, “If oxygen masks fall from the compartment above your head, you will need to remove your surgical masks first before putting on the oxygen masks.”

Having not travelled anywhere in six-months, it was time to get away. So I booked a trip to the warmth of Cairns and Port Douglas in Far North Queensland.

The Sydney Airport experience was extraordinary. The terminal was empty and quiet, there was no-one around. Few shops were open, the Virgin lounges were closed, and only a few fast food outlets and a bar were operating. It’s worth noting that there was no meal service on my flight, so you may want to consider bringing food with you if the airport’s fast food options don’t sound appealing.

My flight was packed, and mask-wearing out of Sydney into Queensland was compulsory. Masks were supplied by Virgin, and they came with a handy disinfectant wipe.

Arriving in Cairns the flight was met with a large police and military presence. All arriving passengers had to present their ID and border entry pass which had to be completed before arriving into Queensland. This was all very seamless, and I was out of the airport and into the warm Queensland sun in no time.

I spent my first night at the Shangri-La Hotel The Marina—without doubt the premier hotel in Cairns. Prominently situated on the marina, this is an ideal spot filled with bars and restaurants, and the gateway to the reef, tours and attractions.

All staff at the hotel wear masks, and your temperature is checked on arrival. All interactions are designed to have minimal physical contact and with social distancing in mind. The hotel has found the right balance between COVID safety but keeping that warm personalised Queensland hospitality that we all love.

I thoroughly enjoyed my brief stay here. The rooms are gorgeous. I recommend booking a Marina View Room. These recently refurbished rooms have beautiful views across the Marina and surrounding mountains.

The Shangri-La staff were friendly and welcoming, and the hotel has found the right balance between COVID safety and retaining that warm, personalised Queensland hospitality that we all love.

Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina

The next morning, I visited Cairns Art Gallery which was a revelation. For a regional gallery it is punching well above its weight, and is absolutely worth checking out on a tropical rainy day.

Cairns Art Gallery

In Cairns, be sure to enjoy a meal at the very chic Salt House on the Marina, or a cocktail at Three Wolves hidden down a nearby city laneway.

From Cairns, David headed north in a rental car to Port Douglas some 70 kilometres away. Read about his stay at the revitalised Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, and his recommendations for drinks and dining HERE.

For more information and special offers in Far North Queensland, simply leave us a note in the form below, or CALL US [1300 935 669] to discuss your specific requirements.

We’d love to hear from you.

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Phone: + 61 2 9999 5533
Fax: + 61 2 8569 1836

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