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Ultimate Island & Port Package
Ultimate Island & Port Douglas Enjoy 6 nights of absolute luxury. With warm tropical skies, beautiful coral gardens, luxurious accommodation you will never want to leave...This package combines a 3 night stay at Green Island Resort followed by 3 nights at the Sheraton Mirage, Port Douglas.

6 NIGHT PACKAGE:

- 3 NTS GREEN ISLAND RESORT
- OUTER BARRIER REEF DAY
- 3 NTS SHERATON MIRAGE
- FULL BREAKFAST DAILY
FROM $1029 Per Person
UNBEATABLE!
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Sheraton Mirage Resort
The Sheraton Mirage is famous for its two hectares of magnificent swimmable saltwater lagoons.

BONUS OFFER

INCLUDES:
- Full buffet breakfast daily
- 2 for 1 Golf per stay
- Bottle of Sparkling wine
FROM $220 Per Night
GOLF & BREAKFAST
(Mininum 3 night stay)
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QT Resort Port Douglas
QT is a new resort in Port Douglas offering hotel rooms and spacious one and two bedroom apartments with chic designer touches throughout

STAY 3 PAY 2 SPECIAL

HOTEL ROOMS
ONE BEDROOM &
TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS
FROM $107 Per Night
UNBEATABLE!
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Sea Temple Port Douglas - BC
Sea Temple is located on Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas. The Resort offers modern 1, 2 & 3 bedroom Holiday Apartments.

FREE NIGHTS

STAY 7 PAY 5
STAY 4 PAY 3
FROM $179 Per Night
UNBEATABLE VALUE
SEA TEMPLE PORT DOUGLAS
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Rendezvous Reef Resort
Rendezvous Reef Resort is ideal for a fun-filled holiday for the whole family.

STAY 7 PAY 5

2 BEDROOM DELUXE
BONUS OFFER:
CHILDREN STAY FREE +
FULL BUFFET BREAKFAST!
FROM $129 Per Night
GREAT SAVINGS
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Villa San Michele
Villa San Michele boasts the best location for accommodation in Port Douglas, on vibrant Macrossan Street in the heart of Port Douglas.

Great Value!

FROM $128 Per Night
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Le Cher Du Monde
Le Cher Du Monde offers luxury one bedroom holiday apartments centrally located in the heart of Macrossan St.

FREE NIGHT SPECIAL

STAY 5 PAY 4!
FROM $124 Per Night
ON MACROSSAN ST
SAVE UP TO $195
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Port Douglas Sands
Port Douglas Sands 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Holiday Resort Apartments provides an idyllic setting for lazing beside the pool surrounded by exotic tropical plants.

Stay 5 Pay 4

- Light breakfast daily
- Free Austar
- Child friendly pool
FROM $120 Per Night
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7 Wharf Street
7 WHARF ST is a charming, luxury 4 bedroom Villa featuring the most romantic master bedroom in Port Douglas. Views across the Coral Sea, towards Low Isles, Snapper Island and the Daintree Rainforest Mountains. Only a short stroll to Macrossan St restaurants & boutiques.

STAY 6 PAY 5

180 DEGREE VIEWS!!
PERFECT & PRIVATE!
FROM $1000 Per Night
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Thala Beach Lodge
Thala Beach Lodge. 10 minutes South of Port Douglas is an exclusive Eco Resort that sits spectacularly atop a headland and is nestled in the rainforest with breathtaking views over the Coral Sea.

2013 SPECIAL!

FULL BREAKFAST DAILY
GUIDED NATURE TOURS
FROM 275 Per Night
BED & BREAKFAST
SAVE FROM $340
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Port Getaway Package
PORT GETAWAY PACKAGE is an ideal tropical short break in the heart of Port Douglas. On arrival you'll feel instantly relaxed as you enjoy Port's laid back village lifestyle at your doorstep.

4 NIGHT PACKAGE:

-CLUB TROPICAL RESORT
-SILVERSONIC OUTER REEF DAY
- 3 BRILLIANT REEF SITES
- LUXURY VESSEL
- CAPE TRIBULATION
- 4WD FULL DAY TOUR
-DAY TO RELAX & EXPLORE

FROM $616 Per Adult
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1 Day Package - Option 2
1 DAY HOT AIR AND QUICKSILVER Rise early to experience a spectacular 30 minute Hot Air Balloon flight over the Atherton Tablelands, followed by a snorkel over beautiful coral gardens at the Outer Barrier Reef.

BALLOON & REEF

*30 min Hot Air Balloon flight
*Semi Submersible Submarine
*All snorkelling gear
*All hotel transfers
*5 Star experience

FROM $465 Per Adult
INC TRANSFERS
FROM PORT
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Escape To Port Pack
The Escape to Port Package is a value option designed for people who would like to experience luxury tours to Low Isles and the Daintree while based in the heart of Port Douglas.

5 NIGHT PACKAGE

- 5 NIGHTS AT REGAL
- LOW ISLES SAILING DAYTRIP
- DAINTREE DISCOVERY TOUR
FROM $673 Per Person
ESCAPE TO PORT
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Ramada Resort Port Douglas
Ramada Resort Port Douglas nestled within an established Melaleuca rainforest just a short walk to famous Four Mile Beach.

RE-LAUNCH SPECIAL

Hotel Rooms- FREE UPGRADE
$50 F&B voucher (1 bedroom)
$100 F&B voucher (2 bedroom)
FROM $149 Per Night
FULL BREAKFAST DAILY
*Upgrade subject to availability
*F&B (Food & Beverage)
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Romantic Reef & Rainforest
The Romantic Reef and Rainforest is perfect for couples. From rare rainforest wilderness to a tranquil island paradise your getaway will be one of elegance and ease

6 NIGHT PACKAGE:

- 3 NIGHTS SILKY OAKS LODGE
- CANOES, BIKES, RAINFOREST
- FULL BREAKFAST DAILY
- 3 NTS GREEN ISLAND RESORT
- OUTER BARRIER REEF DAY
- FULL BREAKFAST DAILY
FROM $1417 Per Person
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Cayman Villas
Cayman Villas offers apartment style accommodation within a short walk to 4 Mile Beach and Macrossan St

STAY 5 PAY 4

- 1, 2, 3 Bedrooms Apts
- Heated Pool
- Poolside BBQ area
- Ensuite spa bath
- Large Balconies
FROM $200 Per Night
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Meryula
MERYULA is ideal for special occassions such as family reunions and small weddings. A stunning 6 bedroom holiday house impressive in size with high ceilings and beautifully decorated in an Indochinese theme.

STAY 6 PAY 5

6 BEDROOM
6 BATHROOM
GAMES ROOM
GYM
TENNIS COURT
FROM $1250 Per Night
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Port Douglas Tourism News

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Cape Tribulation With the beautiful weather we are having our Daintree Cape Tribulation 4WD Bloomfield Track Tour have been seeing crocodiles on the Daintree River, Migratory Birds and also in Daintree Cape Tribulation we have been seeing regularly 2 male Cassowaries with chicks a rare sight. Spectacular views, and we have also been seeing regularly the rare Buff Breasted Paradise Kingfisher that is down from New Guinea and nesting in the area. Chillagoe The Mareeba Wetlands are pretty spectacular at present with recent rain everything is nice and green, lots of Kangaroos, Wallaroos, and Emus, the wetlands are closed to the general public at present but Billy Tea still have access so very personalised tour. As you head further west through the outback historical towns they are also seeing Wedge Tail Eagles and many more species of Wild Life. The Chillagoe Caves are spectacular at present with the recent rain the stalagmites and stalactites are glisten with tiny water droplets like diamonds and the caves are beautiful and cool. The caves where formed some 420 million years ago, certainly worth seeing.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Villa San Michele is now offering guests complimentary Wi-Fi internet access The free Wi-Fi service is available in all rooms and all public/common areas. Guests simply require their own personal device to access the service.

Friday, February 01, 2013

Did you know… both SilverSwift and SilverSonic are the fastest small vessels in town! Our high powered engines allow us to travel up to 32 knots and combined with our unique ride control feature we can travel to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef quickly and comfortably for our passengers. Our swift enjoyable journey to the Great Barrier Reef gives passengers more relaxed time to spend in the water, while exploring the many wonders of our beautiful reef so accessible from Cairns & Port Douglas.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Calypso Reef Cruises are now introducing the new GoPro cameras on board for guests to hire. This great package includes use of a GoPro for the day and guests can take home the 16GB Micro SD card with all their footage from their snorkelling/diving adventure. Great opportunity to take home amazing footage from your day on the Great Barrier Reef. — with Aquarius Low Isles and Daintree Tours.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Over the weekend 2 Sei Whales excited passengers on board SilverSonic with a unqiue and rare sighting. Sei whales are Summer whales that come through our waters during the warmer temperatures and are the 3rd largest whale species.

Friday, August 17, 2012

Tree farm offsets carbon emissions Port Douglas tourism operators Steve and Katrina Edmondson are so passionate about preserving the Great Barrier Reef they established a tree farm to offset their carbon emissions. The Edmondsons own Low Isles Sailaway, a 33-passenger luxury catamaran that takes tourists to Low Isles near Port Douglas in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. "We've set up our operation to be much more than 100 per cent carbon neutral. The vessel is powered primarily by wind, we have low-emission four-stroke outboards and we use recycled bio-diesel wherever possible," Mr Edmondson said. They managed their residual carbon emissions by buying a 28 hectare former cane paddock on prime wet tropics land and turning it into a tree farm. "We used the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority's Emissions Calculator to estimate our residual emissions and found we needed to plant 51 trees per year to become carbon neutral," Mr Edmondson said. "In the first year we planted 7000 permanent rainforest trees to establish nature corridors between the World Heritage rainforest adjoining our property and the creeks and wetlands feeding into the Great Barrier Reef adjacent to Port Douglas." Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Tourism and Recreation Director Chris Briggs said Low Isles Sailaway was among a number of high standard tourism operators working with marine managers to reduce their impact on the Reef. "A healthy Great Barrier Reef is vital for a healthy tourism industry and we commend operators who are taking action to minimise their impact on the marine environment," he said. "We've worked with tourism operators to establish a Great Barrier Reef Tourism Climate Change Action Strategy to guide operators on how they can improve reef health and the viability of their industry. "Reef-friendly carbon offsetting is a key action identified in this strategy." The agency is recognising marine tourism operators who are taking powerful action on climate change to encourage other operators to adopt best environmental practices. Mr Edmondson said he and his wife had planted about 15,000 trees on their Eco Shamba Tree Farm since purchasing it in 2010. "These include wetland trees to control erosion, native cabinet timbers for sustainable harvesting and Pongamia pinnata 'diesel' trees for our own biofuel use and as a trial for larger projects." Low Isles Sailaway is accredited by Ecotourism Australia as an Advanced Ecotourism operator and a Climate Action Leader.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Passengers on board Poseidon were thrilled to have the opportunity to swim with a Dwarf Minke Whale on Monday!

Poseidon holds a special permit to swim and interact with Dwarf Minke Whales, which visit our area from May to September.

 Yesterday, whilst at the third site of the day at the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs, a large male Minke Whale approximately 5-6 Metres in length approached the vessel. Minke's are well known for being inquisitive creatures and seem to enjoy the personal contact with people.

 Luckily, all the passengers on board Poseidon had the chance to enter the water and experience seeing this amazing creature close up.

The Minke stayed around the vessel for some time giving everyone on board a chance to swim with him. Despite the stronger winds and cloudy conditions, the passengers had a grin from ear to ear after this once in a lifetime experience.!"

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Cairns Wildlife Dome - Zoom Update
Construction of the Cairns ZOOm is ongoing and we expect to have all of the main posts, stairwell and tower completed in the coming week. The crossings are coming together and the walkways will soon be installed. It is really starting to take shape and we can’t wait until it is completed and we can share it with the world. However, during this construction period, we have decided to extend the closure of the Cairns Wildlife Dome. 
 
Therefore, the Cairns Wildlife Dome will be closed for construction until the 30th June 2012 and will reopen on Sunday 1st July 2012.  We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused by this closure, however we believe that this is the best decision in respect of customer safety and to enable us to deliver the quality experience that you have come to expect.  The closed dates will be limited to the Dome itself, however Koala photos will still be available at Reception at the usual times, and the souvenir shop will also remain open.  
 

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Two Port Douglas men, including local business and sports identity Steve Mulqueen, had been fishing on board a 5.5m recreational vessel when a wave swamped the boat near Pratt Rock, northeast of Port Douglas, about 4.30am on Saturday.

Yesterday, owner of commercial dive boat Poseidon, Peter Wright, said the dramatic rescue operation began after an orange flare was spotted about 10am."We often recover debris & other floating bits and pieces, but never  live people," he said.

The men got into trouble when a freak wave came over the back of their boat, and it was then hit by a second wave which forced them to abandon ship. The men grabbed life jackets and flares before they jumped clear. Mr Wright was on board when Poseidon skipper, Richard Taylor, spotted what he thought was an orange smoke signal, off to the starboard side, about 22 nautical miles off Port Douglas.

"After going toward the smoke for a few miles, two men were sighted hanging on to a large red Esky in the water," Mr Wright said. Both men were wearing life jackets and appeared fairly calm. "They were quite cold, given they’d been in the water in just a T-shirt and shorts," he said. "It was very fortunate they had the foresight to grab the flares container. They didn’t require medical attention so they stayed on the boat and we gave them a good feed and hot shower until we arrived back at 4.30pm."

The two men involved in the ocean rescue were not available yesterday. However, the wife of one of the men told The Cairns Post her husband was healthy and in good spirits and had thanked the crew of Poseidon for their actions.

Thursday, July 07, 2011

Macrossan House has had a major makover. The Apartments now feature

  • New Sleepyhead top of the range beds.
  • All new Linen, pillows, cushions and bed throws
  • New fridge freezers (no bar fridges here)
  • New Digital LCD TV,s with Austar
  • and best of all the property now has a HEATED POOL !!!

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Port Tropical Journey
PORT TROPICAL JOURNEY Swim, Snorkel & Explore Port Douglas with this fabulous combination of accommodation and two full day quality tours.

5 NIGHT PACKAGE

* 5 Nights at Oaks Lagoons
* Hotel Spa Accommodation
* Calypso Snorkelling day
* Guided Snorkel tour
* Cape Tribulation & Daintree day trip
* Mossman Gorge etc;
FROM $591 Per Adult
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Family Fun Port Douglas
The Family Fun Package offers the best family accommodation, breakfast daily and a beautiful day trip to Low Isles including snorkelling and glass bottom boat. The best value in Port Douglas!

7 NIGHT PACKAGE

- RENDEZVOUS RESORT
- 2 BED DELUXE VILLA
- FULL BREAKFAST
- QUICKSILVER WAVEDANCER
- LOW ISLES CRUISE
- GLASS BOTTOM BOAT
FROM $1527 Per Family
FAMILY HOLIDAY
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3 Day Package - Option 3
BEST 3 DAY TOUR COMBO ! 5 star QUICKSILVER Outer Reef cruise with a semi sub tour, famous Kuranda Train & Skyrail and amazing ancient rainforest in the World Heritage Daintree

- QUICKSILVER OUTER BARRIER REEF
- SEMI SUBMARINE TOUR
- SNORKELLING GEAR
- KURANDA
- TRAIN & SKYRAIL
- CAPE TRIBULATION
- DAINTREE RIVER CRUISE
- RETURN HOTEL TRANSFERS
FROM $516
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Paradise in Port
Paradise in Port is perfect for families, couples and groups. Spend 7 nights at the Sea Temple Port Douglas in either a hotel spa room or fully equipped apartment.

7 NIGHT PACKAGE:

- SEA TEMPLE ACCOMMODATION
- DAINTREE RIVER CRUISE
- CASSOWARY FALLS
- LOW ISLES SAILING DAY
- GLASS BOTTOM BOAT

FROM $886 Per Person
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Villa Exotique
Villa Exotique is a chic 3 bedroom villa centrally located to Macrossan St and all activities Port Douglas has to offer. Full size lap pool in complex.

FREE NIGHTS

STAY 7 PAY 5
STAY 5 PAY 4
FROM $229 Per Night
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Cairns & Port Douglas Discovery
Cairns & Port Douglas Discovery

6 NIGHT PACKAGE:

-3 NTS SHANGRI-LA, CAIRNS
-KURANDA TRAIN & SKYRAIL
-3 NTS SHERATON MIRAGE
-QUICKSILVER OUTER REEF
-BREAKFAST DAILY (BONUS)

FROM $953 Per Adult
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Fairway Four
Fairway Four is a privately owned newly renovated luxury Three Bedroom Villa located at Sheraton Mirage.

3 BEDROOM VILLA

SLEEPS UP TO 6
FULL ACCESS TO
RESORT FACILITIES
FROM $357 Per Night
STAY 7 NIGHTS
2 FREE NIGHTS!
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Sheraton Mirage Resort
The Sheraton Mirage offers luxurious 2, 3 or 4 bedroom; two level villas, with views of the golf course and tropical landscaped gardens. Daily housekeeping and access to all resort facilities!

2 BEDROOM VILLA SPECIAL

Villa Features:
- Fully appointed
- Lounge & Dining Area
- Spa Bath in master bathroom
FROM $690 Per Night
FULL BREAKFAST DAILY
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Paradise Links Resort
Paradise Links Resort offers spacious luxury self contained villas to meet all budgets. The perfect escape for a family holiday or golfing trip.

2, 3 & 4 Bedroom Villas

-2 Lagoon style pools
-Access to Golf Course
-Tennis Court
-BBQ Areas
-10 min drive to Macrossan
-500 metres to beach
FROM $275 Per Night

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26 Beachfront Mirage - BC
26 Beachfront Mirage the ultimate luxury modern 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom Villa. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens with private gated access to 4 Mile Beach via a rainforest boardwalk. Will impress the most discerning guests.

Stay 6 Pay 5

2 min stroll to 4 mile beach
12.5 m. infinity edge pool
Absolute luxury
FROM $1250 Per Night
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Oaks Lagoons
Oaks Lagoons Port Douglas offers fully equipped Swim-out or Jacuzzi spa Two bedroom dual key apartments

STAY 3 PAY 2 !

FROM $146 Per Night
TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS
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Meridian Port Douglas
Meridian Port Douglas is ideal for couples and singles desiring a peaceful and relaxing getaway.

STAY 5 PAY 4

- Heated pool
- BBQ area
- Self catering Studios
FROM $144 Per Night
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Thala Beach Lodge
Thala Beach Lodge is a perfect romantic getaway. Private timber treehouse accommodation only 10 minutes to Port Douglas

FULL BREAKFAST DAILY

BEACH ACCESS
GREAT VIEWS
BEACH BAR
RESTAURANT
FROM $275 Per Night
FAMOUS ECO RESORT
SAVE UP TO $406
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