Tropical Insight - May 2007
Welcome to the 1st edition of Tropical Insight for 2007 from the Cairns and Region Convention Bureau (CRCB), the regions business tourism marketing organisation. |
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New Destination Branding
Change Your Latitude is the exciting theme of the recently launched new Tropical North Queensland destination branding.
This campaign encourages people to change their latitude geographically by visiting Cairns and The Great Barrier Reef region, but implicit in the message is also the change of attitude that visit will create as the destination offers whatever mix of business, learning, relaxation, adventure and experience visitors desire.
The destination's most iconic attractions, the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage rainforests, are highlighted as well as the diverse rest of the destination, the accessible outback, indigenous experiences, the Tablelands, Cape York, the Gulf Savannah, Mission Beach, our tropical islands and so much more. For more information visit www.tropicalaustralia.com.au
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New Products for Port Douglas and Palm Cove
Rydges Sabaya Resort opening in late June 2007. The resort is nestled in the warm heart of tropical North Queensland, close to the relaxed seaside village of Port Douglas. Port Douglas is approximately one hours drive north of Cairns International and Domestic Airport, via a spectacular coastal road that is bounded by lush tropical rainforest and the glistening Coral Sea.
The resort is an ideal base from which to experience World Heritage Rainforest, the majestic Daintree River, the creeks of Mossman Gorge, the palm fringed golden sands of the local beaches and the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. World class golf, game fishing, diving, sailing, snorkeling and nature walks are all a way of life here.
A short distance away, the village atmosphere of Port Douglas awaits. A variety of restaurants, bars and shops are available for all tastes and budgets. Port Douglas offers some of the best dining experiences in North Queensland with a focus on local produce and style. A regular shuttle service operates daily from the resort to Port Douglas, at a nominal charge.
Rydges Sabaya Resort offers a range of accommodation including hotel rooms, one and two bedroom apartments. A total of 192 guest rooms and apartments are available.
Each apartment features open plan designs, individually controlled air conditioning, quality finishes and fixtures and private balconies with views of the lagoon pool or the lush landscaped tropical gardens.
Other features of the resort include:
- Lagoon style swimming pool with swim up bar
- 24 hour reception and concierge
- Restaurant
- Lounge Bar
- Kids Club
- Day Spa
- Poolside Dining
- Conference facilities for up to 250 guests
- Tour Desk
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Grand Mercure for Palm Cove
Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Apartments Palm Cove is the first 5 star Grand Mercure property in North QLD. This beautiful property is nestled on the Palm fringed beach of exclusive Palm Cove, overlooking the Coral Sea and reflecting the chic yet relaxed beach lifestyle. Accommodation consists of loft studio, one and two bedroom luxuriously appointed apartments, withlarge private balconies, cooking facilities, laundry, in room safety deposit facilities, mini-bar, modem points & air-conditioning.
The Hotel features an amazing freeform lagoon pool, exclusive beachfront restaurant, gymnasium, day spa, health facilities and boutique shopping. Located just 20 min north of Cairns the Grand Mercure Rockford Esplanade Apartments Palm Cove is set in a unique tropical beach location, hinged between two natural wonders on the world - the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. You will be inspired by the magnificent views from the exclusive beachfront restaurant Spice Market and Blue Ice bar.
Hotel services and facilities
- Laundry / dry cleaning service
- Airport shuttle
- Broadband wireless access
- Tour desk
- Gym & day spa facilities
- Car parking
- Boutiques
- Room service
- Free-form lagoon style pool
- Business centre
- Internet facilities
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Art and Culture for your Conference
Cairns Regional Gallery is one of Australia's most innovative regional galleries distinguished by its unique Pacific-rim identity and a commitment to promoting the visual art of Tropical North Queensland.
The Gallery presents a diverse challenging and stimulating exhibitions program featuring works by local, national and international artists. Cairns Regional Gallery hosts exhibitions of fine arts from major Australian and international collections covering historical and contemporary art including the work of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.
Visitors can experience the vibrant visual arts of Tropical North Queensland in this elegant heritage building in the heart of Cairns in style with a private guided tour followed by a workshop, lunch, a cocktail function or dinner in the gallery.
Recently an intimate group of 16 Eastern Europeans dined under the Mango Tree - an installation in 'Transience' by Daniel Wallwork. In July 2006, a group of 70 enjoyed a dinner in the shadow of 'Bartle Frere & Friends' - a stunning landscape by Anneke Silver.
The Gallery also offers art-based activities for children.
The Gallery Shop stocks exquisite hand crafted Australian merchandise, including ceramics, homewares, jewelry, cards, prints, catalogues and books.
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Cultural extravaganza
JUTE Theatre offers a unique cultural experience for your guests to dine in the theatre, surrounded by the magical atmosphere of the stage. With the ability to incorporate sets, actors and art into your event, creative concepts and unique events are their specialty. For the ultimate cultural experience for your next special event, make the theatre your ballroom.
Situated in the Centre of Contemporary Arts in the heart of Cairns, JUTE theatre is a professional contemporary venue for hire for your next incentive event. With a specialised team of professional event co-ordinators, production manager, professional performers and creatives in house, you are only limited by your imagination to make your next event one your guests will remember for a long time to come.
For groups from 10 - 250 JUTE theatre can offer a unique creative approach, tailoring a concept that will add the magic of theatre to your next event.
Imagine this script reading ...........
Your guests will arrive to the sights and sounds of a traditional Aboriginal welcoming ceremony, experiencing first hand the oldest culture on the face of the earth. Upon entering the Centre of Contemporary Arts your delegates will be served drinks on arrival where they will be invited to experience contemporary art culture as they view the current exhibition on show in the upper and lower Kick Arts galleries.
Canapes will be served offering guests some cross culture modern Australian cuisine as they mingle and relax, soaking up the atmosphere and excitement before the show. At 8pm the JUTE play begins, and your guests will enjoy the magic of a live professional theatre production. After the show your guests make the A-list and remain in the theatre where they meet the stars of the show and get a rare insight into the world of theatre as they informally chat with actors, directors and technical crew.
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Ballooning with Hot Air
Cairns is the most popular place in Australia to go for hot air balloon rides. Hot Air Cairns' specially chosen location at Mareeba, provides ideal weather and climate conditions for this gentle activity. Guest are treated to unrivalled panoramic views of the Cairns Highlands, a lush landscape of fruit orchards, fields and the occasional bounding kangaroo.
Hot Air has the biggest range of hot air balloons in Australia, with innovative state-of-the-art designs such as (world's first Koala Balloon, the Australia Balloon and other Australian Themed balloons - "Where Else but Queensland" and the "World) Hot Air features the best operations and safety equipment such as quiet burners, custom designed balloon baskets, heat deflectors and a fleet of luxury coaches.
Try the new group morning tour 'Charter Your Own Balloon Festival' - research shows, this is available no where else in the world, ONLY here in Tropical North Queensland. Ballooning with Hot Air is great way to start the day, where you can fly groups of 20 to 260 delegates in one morning, returning to Cairns Convention Centre by 9am for the day's meetings.
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The Hilton's 6 Degrees Bar and Lounge - The Bar with Attitude
Cairns iconic hotel, Hilton Cairns caps off its multi-million dollar refurbishment program by adding a sophisticated new venue to the vibrant city's bar-scape.
From its elevated waterfront position, Six Degrees Bar and Lounge is designed with attitude as a funky place to chill out with friends from morning coffee through to a very late cocktail hour...
Embracing the tropical spirit of the tropical north with all the sophistication of a cosmopolitan city, Six Degrees Bar and Lounge is a refreshing departure from vernacular Queensland design, yet blends seamlessly with its beautiful waterfront setting. Interesting furniture in modern hues and futuristic shapes complement the pristine white design of the intersecting bar backlit in blue with tangerine coloured drop light fittings.
Guests may choose from an extensive range of Vodka cocktails but first-timers would be best to try Six Degrees' signature Vodka Specialty Sampler featuring six vodka shots: The Astronaut, Faster Bloody Mary, Manda Shot, Lemon Drop, Kurrant Kamikaze and Raspberry Cherry Bite.
Six Degrees Bar and Lounge is not all about cocktails with a dining menu reflecting coffee culture during the day and features specialty items in the evening. For something fun, it's said that the Chocolate Fondue is well worth the weight gain!
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2007 Gold Award for web design goes to CRCB
Australia Web Designer Network has awarded CRCB and Visual Obsession with the 2007 Gold Award - Web Design for the Cairns & Region Convention Bureau website. Judging of the award is based on the following categories, Graphics, Artwork, Layout, Navigability, Functionality and Originality.
The site is the result of months of research and development by the Cairns & Region Convention Bureau in conjunction with Visual Obsession.
The website was launched in July 2006 and to date has seen a massive increase in unique users with nearly 10,000 on average per month. The site is filled with comprehensive information to attract business tourism to the Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region.
Australian Events Expo
The inaugural Australian Events Expo will be held in Sydney on the 16th and 17th May 2007. The expo builds on the heritage of Sydney on Sale and now, for the first time, Australia's largest corporate marketplace will host this national event with destinations, venues and suppliers from across the country on show.
The Cairns & Region Convention Bureau along with the Cairns Convention Centre will represent the region at the expo. So why not call past and say hello. The Cairns & Region Convention Bureau will be at stand M4, look forward to seeing you there.
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Cairns & Region Convention Bureau PO Box 865 Cairns, QLD 4870 Australia e: ci@tnq.org.au w: www.cairnsconventionbureau.com |
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