Surfers Paradise - Flight Centre NZ

OCTOber 2009 SPeCIAL eDITION 

The Captain’s 

Travel Catalogue 

The best Gold Coast Holidays 

Surfers Paradise 

Airfares + 7 Nights 

$ from 699* 

pp 

SAVE $299 

*Please see back page for terms & conditions.

Welcome to 

Australia’s Gold Coast 

Australia’s Gold Coast is a very unique city 

and renowned as one of the world’s best 

holiday destinations. Discover the spectacular 

coastline, exciting city centre, thrilling 

theme parks, enticing shopping, appetising 

restaurants, picturesque rainforests or 

perhaps catch one of the world renowned 

events hosted on the Gold Coast each year. 

Major attractions include some of the 

world’s tallest and fastest thrill rides, upclose 

encounters with Australian wildlife 

including Koala’s and Kangaroos, tours 

to the hinterland and beaches that are 

regarded among the best in the world. 

The city is also a shopper’s paradise with 

the experiences ranging from late night 

shopping, new retail precincts, major 

shopping centres and boutiques. 

A vast array of accommodation is 

available offering more than just a place to 

stay. Choose from views overlooking the 

heart of the city, endless coastline or the 

mountain hinterland. 

For a natural experience, just 30 minutes 

from the beach is a hidden oasis of 

greenery. The Gold Coast hinterland is a 

district of great natural beauty featuring 

World Heritage national parks, waterfalls, 

subtropical rainforest and an unparalleled 

diversity of animal species. 

No wonder the Gold Coast continues to 

be a popular holiday destination for Kiwi 

travellers. 

Flight Centre has a wide range of exciting 

Gold Coast holiday offers. In this catalogue 

you’ll find just a selection of experiences 

available. To find out more or to tailor 

your own Gold Coast holiday, talk to one 

of our many experienced consultants who 

will advise you on where else and what 

else there is to experience in Australia’s 

Gold Coast.

Couran Cove Island Resort 4½-Star 

Situated on South Stradbroke Island, just 40 minutes from the 

Gold Coast mainland. Over 100 activities, 22 kilometres of 

surf beach, world-class cuisine and majestic rainforest walks 

makes this a truly unique Australian holiday destination. 

rACV royal Pines resort 5-Star 

enjoy this relaxed and friendly resort where the rooms 

boast spectacular views over the golf course and the 

Surfers Paradise skyline. 

O’Reillys Rainforest Retreat 4-Star 

Located in the heart of world heritage listed Lamington 

National Park, O’reilly’s provides a true nature lovers 

paradise and the perfect escape to reconnect with nature. 

Radisson Resort Gold Coast 4-star 

The radisson resort Gold Coast is just a 10 minute 

drive from the Gold Coast beaches and Surfers Paradise. 

Theme parks, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and robina 

town centre are only minutes away. 

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• 4 nights in a Marine 

Deluxe room 

• Launch transfers 

BONUS AU$50 cash card 

to use at any outlet or on 

any activity at Couran Cove 

Island resort. 

per person from 

$ 469 * 

Airfares are additional. 

Travel 16 Feb-25 Mar 10. 

• 4 nights in a 

Mountain View room 

• 5 days car hire* 


$ * 

525 



• 3 nights in a Garden View 

room 

• 4 days car hire* 


$ * 

619 


Travel 16 Feb-25 Mar, 20 Apr-27 Jun 10. 

• 4 nights in a Resort Room 

• Full buffet breakfast daily 

• One-hour Swedish 

massage or deep facial 

cleanse 

• Chocolates, strawberries 

& sparking wine on arrival 


$ * 

769 



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Unique 

experiences

Gold Coast 

For Couples 


Panorama Towers, Surfers Paradise 3-Star 

Affordable accommodation for the budget conscious in the 

heart of the Gold Coast only a few minutes walk to the 

centre of Surfers Paradise with its many restaurants and shops. 

Located in a quiet street overlooking the Nerang river. 

BreakFree Savannah, Broadbeach 4-Star 

breakFree Savannah is the perfect accommodation choice 

for couples as it is convenient to the best of broadbeach. 

restaurants and bars, Jupiters Casino, shopping, and a 

magnificent stretch of beach are all just a stroll away. 

Situated at the northern end of the Gold Coast, directly 

opposite broadwater. Just 10 minutes from shopping at 

Marina Mirage and Main beach and only 15 minutes from 

Surfers Paradise with its wide array of restaurants. 

• Return airfares to the 

Gold Coast 

• 7 nights in a One Bedroom 

Studio 

BONUS Continental 

breakfast daily 

BreakFree Rays Resort, Southport 3½-Star 

Mantra Wings 4½-Star 

Within walking distance of the beach and the centre of 

Surfers Paradise, Mantra Wings offers contemporary, 

affordable accommodation in a great Gold Coast location 

perfect for a couple’s getaway. 

• Return airfares to 

brisbane 


Apartment 


$ 699 * 



$ * 

835 

Travel 20 Apr-27 Jun 10. 


Gold Coast 


Apartment 


$ * 

839 



Gold Coast 


Apartment 


$ * 

919 

Travel 20 Apr-27 Jun 10.

Silvershore Apartments, Biggera Waters 4-Star 

Located 10 minutes north of Surfers Paradise, overlooking 

the Gold Coast and a short stroll along the broadwater 

walkways to stylish cafes and restaurants. 

Marrakesh Apartments 4-Star 

Located between Surfers Paradise and broadbeach, a short 

stroll to world-renowned beaches. The heart of Surfers 

Paradise beats a rhythm of entertainment and adventure. 

broadbeach offers a smorgasbord of restaurants and cafes. 

Q1 resort & Spa 5-Star 

Outrigger Twin Towns Resort 4½-Star 

Overlooking the beaches of the Southern Gold Coast and 

the waters of the Tweed river. Adjacent to Twin Towns 

Club which offers dining and entertainment options and is a 

short stroll away from the heart of Coolangatta. 


Two bedroom Apartment 

enjoy unspoilt panoramas of the ocean and surrounding 

hinterland. Offering 80 levels of luxury apartments in a 

central location. 

Hotel room 


brisbane 


Apartment 


$ 959 * 



brisbane 


Apartment 


$ 1029 * 



Gold Coast 


Apartment 


$ 1059 * 



brisbane 


Suite 


$ 1435 * 


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Gold Coast 

For Couples 

Australia’s Gold Coast is truly a magical 

wonderland that is able to fulfill every 

whim and desire for couples looking for 

a getaway with a unique, fun-filled coastal 

and hinterland twist. Choose from high 

end designer labels to outlet shopping, 

from award winning restaurants to funky 

nightlife, or escape to a hinterland retreat 

to renew your body and soul. The Gold 

Coast has it all.

Gold Coast 

For Families 

Need a break with the kids, with perhaps 

even a moment or two away for yourself? 

Family favourites such as Dreamworld, 

Sea World, Wet ‘n’ Wild and 

WhiteWater World are sure to please. 

Warner bros. Movie World and the 

Australian Outback Spectacular provide 

their own unique feel, while Currumbin 

Wildlife Sanctuary creates a never ending 

interactive experience with nature’s many 

creatures. With 70 kilometres of famous 

beach and 100,000 hectares of world 

heritage-listed rainforest as its major 

assets, there’s plenty of family fun to be 

had on the Gold Coast. 


Swell Resort, Burleigh Heads 4½-Star 

Located in beautiful burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast. Just 

a short 10 minutes from your door, is the famed shopping, 

dining and beaches of Surfers Paradise, or enjoy a day at one 

of the fabulous Gold Coast theme parks. 

Sands Turtle Beach Resort,Mermaid Beach 4½-Star 

Sands Turtle beach resort has extensive recreational 

facilities including lagoon swimming pools, spas, an 18 hole 

themed mini golf course, two children’s playgrounds, tennis 

courts, games room, a cinema theatre and nine bbQ areas. 

Diamond Sands resort is located just metres from patrolled 

surf beaches and features a lagoon pool with sandy beach, 

water spa and water features. The perfect location for 

family holidays! 


brisbane 

• 7 nights in a Two Bedroom 

Apartment 

per child from 

$ 349 * 

per adult from 

$ 1035 * 


Diamond Sands Resort, Mermaid Beach 4-Star 

One bedroom Apartment 


Gold Coast 


Apartment 


$ 309 * 


Gold Coast 

• 7 nights in a 

Two bedroom Apartment 


$ 309 * 

Aspire Tweed Ultima, Tweed Heads 4½-Star 

Located on the southern end of the Gold Coast with walks, 

bike tracks, river and beaches all offering activities for a 

family holiday. Facilities include a large heated saltwater 

pool (winter only) restaurant, cafe and public fitness centre. 


$ * 

945 



$ * 

1039 



Gold Coast 


Apartment 

BONUS Admission to 

Currumbin Wildlife 

Sanctuary & a bottle of 

Australia wine on arrival 


$ 309 * 


$ * 

1179 

Travel 20 Apr-27 Jun 10.

Mantra Sun City, Surfers Paradise 4½-Star 

Holiday with the kids at Mantra Sun City – keep them 

entertained at the lagoon pool with it’s own beach and 

waterslides. A short stroll to the beach and Cavill Avenue, 

perfect for families seeking comfort close to the action. 

Paradise resort is a heaven for kids and a paradise for 

parents. With its million dollar themed Z4K (Zone 4 Kids 

club), tropical pools, restaurants and bar, the whole family 

will find their perfect holiday haven. 



Gold Coast 


Apartment 


$ 309 * 

Magic Mountain, Nobby Beach 4-Star 

Magic Mountain resort is located on the top of the old 

Magic Mountain theme park site, with large apartments to 

accommodate all families. enjoy a barbecue around the 

lagoon pool while the kids swim or enjoy the games room. 

Paradise Resort Gold Coast 3½-Star 


$ * 

1199 



brisbane 


Apartment 

per child from per adult from 

$ * $ * 

349 1229 


Crown Towers Resort, Surfers Paradise 4½-Star 

One bedroom Apartment 

Crown Towers resort is perfect for a family holiday. 

There’s plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained with 

a games room, a lagoon-style pool with its own sand beach, 

waterslide and pirate ship to climb about. 


Gold Coast 


Apartment 


$ 309 * 


Gold Coast 

• 7 nights in a Resort Room 


$ 349 * 


$ * 

1295 



$ * 

1095 




Gold Coast 

For Families

Tours & 

Attractions 

O’reilly’s Day Tour 

This full day tour visits Mt 

Tamborine’s strip of unique 

local arts and crafts shops. 

Walk along the ‘Tree Top 

Walk’ 16 metres above the 

rainforest floor and enjoy 

wine tasting at Canungra 

Valley Vineyards. 

• Coach transfers 

• Morning tea 

• Wine tasting 


BONUS brisbane city 

sights tour 


$ 105 * 


You might also like: 

• Gold Coast & Natural 

bridge day tour from 

$115 * pp 

• Croc Express day tour 

from $141 * pp 

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 

Get closer than ever before to Australia’s amazing wildlife 

including agile birds of prey, saltwater crocodiles, Koalas 

and other unique Aussie animals. 

Learn To Surf 

Godfathers of the Ocean is renowned as one of the best 

surf schools in the world, with instructors in the water by 

your side at all times. Lessons are structured and run by 

former world professional surfer Michael ‘Munga’ barry. 

Get drenched on some of the hottest water slides 

on the planet at WhiteWater World and dry off on 

Dreamworld’s legendary big 6 thrill rides, all on the same 

day. 

• Admission 

BONUS Complimentary 

admission for kids with 

every full paying adult 


$ * 

49 


• Soft surfboard 

• Leg rope 

• Wetsuit & wet shirt 

• Sunscreen 


$ 49 * 

Dreamworld & WhiteWater World Pass 

Kayak Adventures 

Paddle across the tranquil waters of the Gold Coast 

keeping an eye out for dolphins, turtles and stingrays. 

Visit two secluded islands and enjoy breakfast on the 

beach. 


$ 55 * 


• One day admission to both 

parks 

BONUS Complimentary 

admission on 2nd day 


$ 75 * 


$ * 

105 


• Kayak hire 

• Continental breakfast 

• Snorkelling gear 



$ * 

105 

Travel 16 Feb-25 Mar 10.

Dracula’s Caberet restaurant 

From the moment you arrive the entertainment begins. 

This fast-paced, award-winning show offers spine-chilling 

special effects that will leave you breathless. 

escape Pass 

The hottest theme park pass! The escape Pass gives you 

one single day entry to two parks of your choice on any 

two days over a three-day period commencing the day of 

your first park visit. 

Holden Performance Centre 

Strap yourself in for an exhilarating ride experience with 

Holden - The Driving Centre. You will be one of three 

passengers for four fast laps! 

Hot Air ballooning 

enjoy sweeping views and breathtaking scenery as you 

take in a spectacular balloon inflation display and crosscountry 

balloon chase. See Lamington National Park, Mt 

Tamborine and the Gold Coast skyline. 


• 3-course dinner 

• 2-hour live stage show 

• Priority entrance queue 

& seating 

• Gourmet finger food 

canapés 

• Champagne cocktail 

• 4 laps in aV8 race car 

• Your choice of 

Ford or Holden 

BONUS $50 off 2nd 

passenger 


$ * 

139 


• Visit any combination of 

2 parks from Warner 

bros. Movie World, Sea 

World & Wet’n’Wild 

Water World 


$ 95 * 


$ 155 * 



$ * 

179 


• 30 minute balloon flight 

• Full hot breakfast with 

champagne 

• Souvenir flight certificate 



$ 229 * 


$ 245 * 


Travel in the airconditioned 

high speed 

catamaran the “Straddie 

express”, part of Tall 

Ship Cruising and enjoy a 

relaxing afternoon at an 

exclusive island retreat, 

McLarens Landing on 

South Stradbroke Island. 



Tours & 

Attractions 

Straddie express 

• Catamaran transfers 

from Mariners Cove 

Marina 

• Live entertainment 

• Wallaby & kookaburra 

feeding 

• Use of paddle boats, 

canoes & kayaks 

BONUS One child cruises 

for no extra charge with 

every full paying adult 


$ 69 * 


You might also like: 

• Whale watching & 

island adventure day 

tour from $73 * pp

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Gold Coast 

Self Drive 

Pacific Food and Wine Trail 

SiRROmET WiNERy 

Hinterland 

Lamington 

National Park 

Tamborine 

Mountain 

Springbrook 

National Park 

North Stradbroke Island 

South Stradbroke Island 

Pacific Ocean 


Broadbeach 

TROpiCAl FRUiT WORld 

Hinterland Food and Wine Trail 

Tamborine 

Canungra 

Tamborine 

National Park 

Tamborine 

Mountain 

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explore the Pacific 

Food and Wine Trail 

Let your taste buds lead you on an exploration of the 

Gold Coast’s food and wine. Select from over 500 

restaurants and café’s, take a self drive journey along 

one of our food and wine trails, or indulge in one of 

our delicious events. explore the Hinterland food and 

wine trail which meanders north to south along the 

coast where you can discover gourmet delicacies and 

boutique wines. Highlights include: 

Sirromet Winery: 

The multi-award winning Sirromet Wines is 

Queensland’s largest and most highly awarded winery. 

enjoy a fabulous wine tasting, take an extensive winery 

tour and enjoy the spectacular views and breathtaking 

scenery whilst being tempted by the mouth watering 

cuisine at restaurant Lurleen’s. 

Tweed Endeavour Cruises: 

Tantalise your tastebuds aboard our activities based 

Crab Catching Cruise. Imagine pulling up a crab pot 

from the picturesque Tweed river and discovering 

it full of succulent mud crabs that will be cooked on 

board. explore the diverse waterways of the Tweed, 

get up close with the local wildlife and try your luck at 

fishing, yabbie pumping and crab catching. 

Tropical Fruit World: 

entice all your senses at Tropical Fruit World where 

you can experience a visual and taste packed feast 

of more than 500 varieties of tropical and rare fruit. 

Situated in the beautiful Tweed valley, the Plantation 

Safari gives a guided tour of the farm. 

explore the Hinterland 

Food and Wine Trail 

explore the Hinterland food and wine trail which 

meanders through the Gold Coast’s Mount Tamborine 

hinterland region, where you can discover more 

gourmet delicacies and boutique wines. Sample 

wines at the cellar door, or indulge in local cheeses, 

chocolates, local produce and even explore arts and 

crafts areas. Highlights include: 

Gallery Walk: 

Gallery Walk located at eagle Heights at Tamborine 

Mountain offers 500 metres of boutique shops, art 

and craft galleries, cafes and restaurants along the 

main street. Stop at a cafe for a coffee or stroll along 

with a bag of fudge from the Fudge Shop. 

Witches Chase Cheese Company: 

Manufacturer of fine hand made cheeses including 

camembert, washed rind, feta and unique Queensland 

blue cheese. Also, gourmet ice cream made and sold 

on the premises. The manufacturing process can be 

observed on site as well as tastings. 

O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards: 

Located in peaceful Canungra Valley in the Gold 

Coast hinterland, O’reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards 

is a boutique vineyard and historic Queenslander 

homestead dedicated to the enjoyment of fine food 

and wine. enjoy the ambience of Vintage restaurant, 

sample our international award-winning wines at the 

cellar door, or relax with a gourmet picnic basket by 

Canungra Creek.

europcar 

europcar, winner of the prestigious 2008 World 

Travel Award for Australia’s Leading Car rental 

Company for 06, 07 and 08. europcar is a reliable 

and affordable car hire company with an extensive 

network incorporating branches at major airports, 

capital cities, regional and remote locations. From an 

economical Hyundai Getz to a large people-mover, 

the wide selection of latest-model vehicles means there 

is something to suit everyone. 

europcar is also proud to be partnered with 

Greenfleet to offset the carbon emissions of every 

one of its vehicles. With europcar, you hire a lot 

more than a car. 

excludes: 

reduced damage liability fee, additional driver fee, age 

surcharge, windscreen, headlights and tyre protection, 

tolls, one way fees, optional extras and fuel. 

red back rentals 

When you decide to take a break and travel to 

Queensland’s great south east, why not make it extra 

special and book a car which makes you feel like you 

really are on holiday. 

You could choose to cruise around in a convertible to get 

you into that holiday mode, maybe a Mustang or a Mini 

Cooper, or how about a Chrysler Crossfire, VW beetle 

or Jeep Wrangler. Did you know we have the 5-seater 

Jeep Unlimited with plenty of room for luggage. 

If you want to travel in style in a luxury vehicle you 

could try a Chrysler 300C, Dodge Nitro or climb into a 

Hummer H3 and look down on the others. 

Whatever your style, red back Car rentals will have 

something to suit, so go on, ask for that special vehicle. 


• Unlimited kilometres 

• Administration fee 

• Vehicle registration 

recovery fee 

• Airport surcharge 

per car per day from 

$ 59 * 


(Based on Hyundai Getz 8 days car hire) 

Upgrade 

• To a hyundai Accent 

from an additional $10 * 

per car per day 

(Based on 8 days car hire) 

• Pick up & drop off from 


• 200 kilometres per day 

• GST 

• Local government charges 

per car per day from 

$ * 

145 

Price based on a Dodge Nitro 5 day car 

hire. Airport delivery & drop off available, 

fees apply, subject to terms & conditions. 



Gold Coast 

Self Drive

VeryGold Coast Very Exciting 

The Gold Coast has the perfect climate and with a host population that knows how to have fun, it’s not surprising that the Gold Coast 

events calendar offers something for everyone to celebrate. 

Calendar mainstays including the SuperGP motorsports festival (October), Gold Coast Airport Marathon (July), Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions 

horse racing extravaganza (January) and ANZ Ladies Masters Golf (February) have successfully created peak visitation times for the region. 

There’s now a seasonal windfall with the advent of the Gold Coast’s national sporting teams in rugby league and basketball plus the anticipated 

entry of the city’s soccer and AFL teams into their respective elite competitions. 

The Gold Coast is justly proud of its cultural forebears, as surfing spectaculars the Quiksilver and Roxy Pro (Feburary and March), the Sanctuary 

Cove International Boat Show (May) plus musical and cultural festivals, consistently attract tens of thousands of visitors each year. 

To find out more, talk to your Flight Centre consultant who can help you arrange travel to one of these exciting events. 

Call 0800 44 65 43 | www.flightcentre.co.nz 

*Conditions: Price: Prices are correct as at 12 Oct 09 & are subject to change without notice. Airport departure fees are additional. Prices are per person from Auckland in economy class & are 

subject to availability. Stopovers & alternative routes may incur additional costs. All prices are based on payment by cash or EFTPOS only. Sale period: Until 23 Oct 09 unless sold out earlier. 

Blackout dates & seasonal surcharges may apply depending on date of travel. Capacity is limited & will not be available on all flights. Accommodation: If included, all accommodation is based 

on twin share unless stated otherwise. Child prices are based on 2 children sharing with 2 adults using existing bedding. Accommodation star rating is based on Flight Centre ratings & is a guide 

only to the overall quality of the property. Car Hire: Fuel, additional or young friver surcharges, one way fees, optional extras & non-waiverable excess are additional. The airfares, cruises, coach 

& small group tours & any other components included in your holiday are provided by reputable carriers & hoteliers with their own terms & conditions. Full terms & conditions are available at 

www.flightcentre.co.nz/bookingterms 

t Fly For Free: Applies to genuine quotes from airlines & New Zealand registered businesses & websites for travel departing within New Zealand. Quote must be in writing & must be presented 

to us prior to booking. Fare must be available & able to be booked by the general public when you bring it to us. Fares available due to membership of a group or corporate entity or subscription 

to a closed group are excluded. Must be for same dates & flight class. We will beat the price for domestic, Trans-Tasman or South Pacific airfares by $1 & give you a $20 voucher per adult, for 

all other international fares we will beat price by $1 & give you a $50 voucher per adult. If our Low Price Promise requires us to beat the price & we don’t, you will Fly For Free. For full terms & 

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