ISSUE 82 WINTER 2015
Roadtrip
NEW SOUTH WALES
NORTH COAST
CAPTIVATING
ART AROUND
CULTURE AUSTRALIA
TRIBAL
DREAMING
DISCOVER ABORIGINAL CULTURE
phillip island’s
DESTINATIONS MAGAZINE ISSUE 82
President & Managing Director: Barry Robinson
Owner Marketing & Solutions Manager: Erin Kimmince
Editor: Angie Christofis
Writers: Annie Lyon, Stacey Grims, Hayley Sultanie & Angie Christofis
Art Director: Karen Moores
Designer: Larna Howard
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Issue 82 Winter 2015. Destinations Magazine is published quarterly by
Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific Pty Ltd ACN 090 083 613 for
WorldMark South Pacific Club by Wyndham Owners. Whilst every effort is
made to ensure accuracy of information, Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia
Pacific cannot be held responsible for changes which may occur after press
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welcome
N
othing wards off the winter blues
quite like a new adventure. So as
the weather starts to cool down, sit back
with a hot drink and join me in planning
some exciting getaways to get the blood
pumping during the coming months.
Whether you are looking for a
sightseeing holiday, a family-friendly
escape or a romantic sunset experience,
the Destinations team has put
together some great suggestions for an
unforgettable getaway.
Read about how you can enjoy an
off-the-beaten track tour of the beautiful
Tweed Coast and hinterland - the Gold
Coast’s charming next-door neighbour
- on page 9. Here you will discover
uncrowded beaches, dramatic mountain
ranges and cosmopolitan cafés with
unsurpassed small-town charm.
If you are seeking an authentic
Australian experience, turn to page
18. We suggest adding an Indigenous
tour guide to your next holiday and
seeing spots like Melbourne, Cairns and
Dunsborough through the eyes of the
people who have been their custodians
contents
for centuries.
Add some colour and culture to
your itinerary with our guide to the best
spring activities in the South Pacific on
page 30 and a list of the premier cultural
Photos courtesy of Tourism Australia
TRAVEL THE WORLD
TRAVEL SPECIALS Your perfect
holiday package awaits! 16
REGULARS
FEATURES
VENTURE BEYOND THE
GLITTER STRIP Explore the Tweed
Coast and hinterland 09
TRIBAL DREAMING Discover
Australia’s rich Aboriginal culture 18
MY STORY Share your WorldMark
travel experiences 04
PHILLIP ISLAND'S GOLDEN HOUR
Victoria’s favourite island like you’ve
never seen it 25
NEWS The latest updates from
your Club 07
CAPTIVATING CULTURE A look at
Australia’s artistic hotspots 34
events scheduled in Australia’s capital
cities this season, on page 34.
Whatever you decide to do
on your next WorldMark
holiday, the team
and I look forward to
seeing your photos and
hearing all about your
adventures. Happy
travelling!
CLUB SERVICES
OWNER EDUCATION Introducing
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Barry Robinson
President and Managing Director
Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific
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y husband and I have been WorldMark Owners since
2001 and have enjoyed many adventures while staying
in various locations. In early December 2014 my
husband, Paul, and I took my mother, Fay, on a trip to Tasmania
for her 80th birthday. We stayed at Wyndham Vacation Resorts
Asia Pacific Seven Mile Beach, ideally located near Hobart. The
resort’s staff were more than helpful, and extremely friendly.
They accommodated our every request offering excellent
inside information on what we should see while staying. The
deluxe two-bedroom accommodation was superb, with plenty
of room to spread out and where we were able to comfortably
enjoy the resort’s
surroundings after
our outings each day.
WINNING
Letter
Over the next seven
days we visited many
of the highlights of
southern Tasmania.
These were many,
from the visit via
ferry to MONA,
exploring Port Arthur
and Eaglehawk Neck,
walking the Huon
Trail and Air Walk,
investigating the
colonial township
of Richmond, going
out on the boat to
ride the wild waters
off South Bruny Island, shopping in Hobart, excursions to taste
the many beautiful cheeses and wine to watching platypus play
in their natural habitat at Geeveston. Mum thoroughly enjoyed
herself as the opportunity to visit Tasmania had always been a
dream of hers.
The seafood was magnificent, the countryside picturesque, the
coastline wild and rugged and most of all, the Tasmanian people
were very warm and friendly. I recommend to WorldMark
Owners, take the opportunity now, before too many people find
out how wonderful Tasmania really is.
KERRIE CORCORAN AND PAUL SCHAUMBERG
WRITE TO US!
The Winning Letter receives a voucher for three nights
accommodation at a WorldMark South Pacific Club resort of
their choice. Terms and Conditions apply. Refer to page 2.
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Email entries to: mystory-sp@wyn.com
Or mail to: Destinations South Pacific Photo Contest,
Read more stories at
myworldmarkstory.com
PO Box 7493 GCMC QLD 9726 Australia
Picture It
WINNER
PICTURE IT
WINNER - WINTER
NATHALIE WOLFERT
Travel Club by Wyndham helped
Nathalie Wolfert plan a recent
trip to Africa where she captured
this shot of giraffes silhouetted
against the sunset, an experience
she described as ‘magical’. She
says people can’t believe it isn’t a
professional shot.
PHOTO ENTRIES
FIJI
Rajneesh Charan
enjoyed the pictureperfect sunset
during her stay at
Wyndham Vacation
Resorts Asia Pacific
Denarau Island, Fiji.
SHOAL BAY
Robyn Shea said
snorkeling at Shoal
Bay was the perfect
way to spend a
few hours before
cocktail hour on her
recent holiday.
RAJNEESH
CHARAN
ROBYN SHEA
CANADA
This stunning shot
was taken by
Tean and Bee Ooi
during their recent
trip to Canada
where they stayed
at the luxurious
WorldMark
Canmore-Banff
resort.
GOLDEN BEACH
Teleah Harlow
says “Wyndham
holidays give
you so much
freedom and this
picture describes
it perfectly”. It was
taken during a
recent holiday at
Golden Beach.
TEAN & BEE OOI
TELEAH HARLOW
SEND YOUR PHOTOS!
‘Picture It’ winner receives a $50 cheque and goes into the running to
win overall best photo of the year and one week at a WorldMark South
Pacific Club resort of their choice.* Images must be 2MB or more to be
published.
MY STORY 5
We have sent WorldMark South Pacific Club Owners
to
249 destinations worldwide in 2014.
Where do you want to go next?
HERE ARE YOUR TOP 10:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Gold Coast, Australia
Hawaii, USA
Manila, Philippines
Bali, Indonesia
Phuket, Thailand
New York, USA
Debua, Fiji
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Orlando, USA
Resorts like:
Wyndham Vacation Resorts
Royal Garden at Waikiki (#C178)
Hawaii, USA
Start planning your holiday today.
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to book your holiday with RCI!
Resorts like:
Astoria Plaza Suites (#7773)
Manila, Philippines
Resorts like:
Club Paihia (#1374)
Bay of Islands, New Zealand
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who are also RCI Members. Exchanging through RCI may attract fees and charges.
news
TRYP CONTRACT
EXTENDED
For those looking for an inner-city
experience like no other, we are thrilled to
announce that our Associate agreement
with TRYP Fortitude Valley Hotel,
Brisbane has been renewed. From the
1 May 2015 until the 31 January 2016,
WorldMark South Pacific Club Owners
can stay at this exciting, boutique
property in the heart of Brisbane’s cultural
precinct. For more information, head
WYNDHAM BACKS
CHILDREN’S CHARITIES
IN 2015!
to wyndhamap.com/wps/wcm/
connect/Wyndham/home/Resorts/
Australia/QLD/fortitudevalley
For the first quarter of 2015, Wyndham’s
philanthropic arm, Wishes by Wyndham
partnered with Make-A-Wish to raise $5,600
Deals too
hot to last.
for a five-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis. The
little boy’s wish is to visit the Gold Coast in June
to see penguins and dolphins for the first time
at Sea World. Through a range of fundraising
GRAB A BARGAIN!
events, Wyndham employees raised the money
needed to provide this seriously ill child with an
Don’t forget to regularly check your exclusive Grab It! website for fantastic cash
experience he will cherish forever.
and Credit deals at Club resorts. Grab It! deals are loaded regularly and offer
To continue its support of children’s charities
huge savings for WorldMark South Pacific Club Owners, family and friends.
in 2015, Wishes by Wyndham dedicated the
To check out the latest deals and last-minute offers visit
second quarter of 2015 to raising funds for the
http://grabit.worldmarksp.com
Leukaemia Foundation. Fundraising activities
included a Mother’s Day raffle and Wyndham’s
own Greatest Shave and in total, staff members
raised $7,500 towards this very worthy cause.
HIT THE ROAD WITH APOLLO
MOTORHOMES
Due to popular demand, Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific has signed
a renewal of its Associate contract with Apollo Motorhomes. Privileges by
Wyndham members can now book a motorhome getaway through Australia
and New Zealand up until the 31 March 2016, for travel until 30 April 2016. All
bookings must be made directly with Apollo and members will need to quote
‘Wyndham Offer’ when making a reservation. For more information about this
exciting opportunity visit worldmarksp.com/apollo
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Getaways
by Stacey Grims
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TEP OUTSIDE THE ORDINARY AND VENTURE BEYOND THE HUSTLE
AND BUSTLE OF THE GOLD COAST’S GLITTER STRIP TO DISCOVER AN
UNPARALLELED LIFESTYLE SURROUNDED BY NATURAL BEAUTY AND
FRIENDLY SMALL-TOWN CHARM.
The Southern Gold Coast and Northern
Stretching from Kirra Beach on the
hidden gems, from spiritual hinterland
Heads just north of iconic Byron Bay and
New South Wales regions reveal many
experiences to secluded beachfront
escapes that promise stark contrasts to
nearby Surfers Paradise - giving you the
best of both worlds!
Southern Gold Coast to Brunswick
west towards Mullumbimby, get ready
to experience a region boasting rolling
green fields, dramatic mountain ranges,
uncrowded beaches that stretch on
forever and deliciously inviting boutique
dining experiences.
story continued >>
Photo courtesy of Hamilton Lund
HIDDEN TREASURES 9
10 HIDDEN
MY STORY
TREASURES
Kirra Beach
Kingscliff
Cabarita
Hastings Point
T
HE NEXT MUST-SEE STOP
ALONG TWEED COAST ROAD IS
CABARITA BEACH AND HASTINGS
POINT, where Cudgera Creek meets
the Pacific Ocean. Here you can let the
kids stretch their legs and explore the
beautiful estuary, an ideal swimming
spot for the youngsters. For lunch,
B
EGIN YOUR NORTHERN NSW
head to The Stunned Mullet fish and
JOURNEY AT WYNDHAM
chip shop in Cabarita for what is
VACATION RESORTS ASIA PACIFIC
arguably the best fish and chips on the
KIRRA BEACH, just a stone's throw
Northern New South Wales Coast and
from the southernmost town of the
enjoy it atop Hastings Point Headland.
Gold Coast, Coolangatta. Kirra Beach is
Coolangatta's more laid-back neighbour
and is situated on what is arguably one
of the world's most beautiful beaches.
The white sand beach with its turquoise
The outlook is spectacular and gives
A
S YOU JOURNEY SOUTH AND
INTO THE VIBRANT SEASIDE
coastline.
TOWN OF KINGSCLIFF, YOU WILL
water on the doorstep of your resort is a
BE GREETED BY AWARD-WINNING
There is plenty to keep you busy with
offering warm hospitality and an
and outdoor activities along the vibrant
culinary delights along the esplanade
a long-time favourite with surfers
and international flavours, from fresh
Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific's
Orient and hearty Italian dishes. You
surfing champion, Layne Beachley.
shops, homewares stores and galleries
also a world-renowned surf break. I
options. Kingscliff Beach stretches
excitement of surfing such an iconic
coastal villages of Fingal Head and
of the resort," she said.
beachfront cycleway or hit the water
favourite with locals and visitors alike.
CAFÉS AND RESTAURANTS
an endless choice of dining options
ideal beachfront setting. Explore the
esplanade. Kirra Beach has also been
and sample the multitude of local
around the world, including Wyndham
Australian seafood to tastes of the
ambassador and seven-time world
will also find charming boutique gift
"Kirra is not only a beautiful beach but
dotted between the many dining
love the beauty, challenge, reward and
between the equally impressive
wave, right on the door step
Cabarita. Hire a bike and explore the
Photos by Larna Howard
you a picture-perfect prospect of the
on a kayak or stand up paddle board.
CONTENTS
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Tastes of WorldMark
Milk and Honey
• WHOLEFOODS AND WOOD FIRED PIZZAS
• SHOP 5/59A STATION STREET,
MULLUMBIMBY
• OPEN TUESDAY - SATURDAY FROM 5.00PM
With its buzzing, lively atmosphere
that spills outside onto the pavement,
this restaurant is a favourite with locals
(a tell-tale sign it’s good) so bookings
F
OR SOMETHING A LITTLE
are recommended. The restaurant uses
ALTERNATIVE AND VERY
locally-sourced produce and grows its
NON-COMMERCIAL, head west from
own organic ingredients to create an
Hastings Point for about 35 kilometres
ever-changing menu of tasty tapas, salads
towards the rolling hills that frame this
and wood fired pizzas. Alternatively, you
intriguing town made up of boutique
can order a pizza to go and find a spot
shops, arts and crafts and organic
at one of the nearby parks for a picnic.
eateries. Mullumbimby is the perfect
Be warned – these pizzas are irresistible,
spot to start your exploration of the
so leave them in the hands of your most
hinterland and boasts a diverse offering
trustworthy passenger!
of cafés, restaurants and pubs. The
weekly Mullumbimby Farmers' Markets
are held every Friday and showcase
some of the region’s best fresh produce.
Above image above courtesy of Tourism NSW
T
HIS CHARMING LITTLE TOWN,
APPROXIMATELY 25 KILOMETRES
NORTH OF BALLINA is home to a
unique village atmosphere complete
with quaint cafés, small galleries and
boutiques that showcase the incredible
works from local artists. One of the town’s
biggest attractions is the local market held
every fourth Sunday of the month. The
market attracts visitors from Byron Bay
and the Gold Coast and features local
artists selling their work as well as fresh
flowers, antiques, vegetables and fruit and
delicious specialty produce.
12 HIDDEN TREASURES
Above image courtesy of Tourism NSW
Bread 'n' Butter
• WOOD FIRED PIZZAS AND SPANISH TAPAS
• 76 MUSGRAVE STREET, KIRRA BEACH
• OPEN TUESDAY – SUNDAY FROM 5.30PM
Located on iconic Kirra Beach, this
vibrant restaurant and lounge bar
serves up fresh and healthy cuisine in
a vintage setting. The delicious food,
including Spanish tapas and wood fired
pizzas, and extensive cocktail menu are
complemented by local talent including
DJs during the week, live music on the
weekend and walls adorned with artwork
by local artists.
Courtesy of Tourism NSW
Courtesy of Tourism NSW
Courtesy of Tourism NSW
Courtesy of Tourism NSW
HIDDEN TREASURES
CONTENTS 13
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resort report
Kirra Denarau
Beach Island
Makeover N
ew-look standard apartments at
Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia
Y
our Club apartments at Wyndham
Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific Kirra Beach
will undergo a refresh but will continue to
reflect the vibrant beachside lifestyle on offer in
NEW
LOOK
this beautiful part of the Gold Coast.
New furniture will be introduced including
dining room furniture, new armchairs, coffee
tables, side tables and soft furnishings that will
reflect the beach theme throughout.
Vibrant new artwork will showcase
the local surrounds.
The interior of the resort will be
completely repainted,
the carpet and underlay will be
replaced and repair works will be
carried out where needed.
Work is expected to be
completed in July 2015.
Pacific Denarau Island will boast a fresh
and modern appearance that will create an
invigorating holiday experience for your
next visit.
Your apartments will receive a full repaint,
producing a brighter, fresher look throughout.
Major bathroom updates include new wall and
floor tiles, shower glass and bathroom fixtures
BEFORE
AFTER
as well as new stone bench tops to replace the
existing timber bench tops.
The kitchens will undergo major changes
including revarnishing and repair work
that will create a more modern look.
All existing floor tiles throughout the
apartments will be overlaid with
vinyl flooring which will reflect
the warm and relaxing tropical
Fijian style.
RESORT REPORT
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LATEST TRAVEL SPECIALS
FROM YOUR EXCLUSIVE OWNERS-ONLY TRAVEL AGENTS...
Explore New
Phuket
Zealand Cruise Getaway
MAIDEN SEASON! DEPARTS MELB. 25 NOV 2015
From AUD
1 869*
$ ,
per person twin share
BOOK BY 30 JUNE 2015
From AUD
1 955*
$ ,
per person twin share
China
Discovery
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES WITH MIN. 2 PEOPLE
From AUD
4 360*
$ ,
per person twin share
INCLUDES:
INCLUDES:
INCLUDES:
•13 – night New Zealand cruise on board
Golden Princess in an Inside Cabin
•Visiting: Auckland, Tauranga, Gisborne,
Wellington, Akaroa, Dunedin, Fiordland
National Park
•All main meals onboard (surcharges
apply for speciality restaurants)
•24-hour room service
•Onboard activities*
•Nightly entertainment
•The Sanctuary (adults only area)
•FREE^ Onboard credit
($248.50 per stateroom)
•FREE^ Bottle of wine
•FREE^ Speciality dining dinner for two
•Must book and pay deposit by 26 June
2015. Flights to departure location
(Melbourne) not included
•Return economy class airfares and taxes
Ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and
Perth to Phuket*
•7 nights at the Old Phuket Resort Karon
Beach, in a Deluxe Pool View Serene
Wing room
•BONUS: Stay 7 nights pay only 5 nights
•BONUS: Breakfast daily
•Return private car airport transfers
•Phi Phi by Speedboat full day tour
• Return economy airfares and taxes to
China Ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
and Perth
•China domestic economy class air travel
•10 nights 4-5 star hotel accommodation
staying in Beijing, Xian and Shanghai
•10 buffet breakfasts, 9 lunches & 3 dinners
•3 evening cultural shows with transfers
•Return transfers, sightseeing and
entrance fees
•Professional English speaking tour guides
•China visa for Australian passport holders
•Travel kit and backpack
*Conditions apply. Refer to page 2. Offers subject to availability. All advertised prices are twin share. For single travellers, a single supplement may apply. Flights from departure points other than those
listed in the offers may incur additional charges. Explore New Zealand Cruise – Pricing is valid for 25 November 2015 departure ex Melbourne. Activities such as Spa treatments are additional. ^Free
bottle of wine up to a $25 value per stateroom for guests over 18 years of age. Speciality dining venue and time of reservation will be assigned to each stateroom by Princess Cruises. Onboard credit is
applied to the first 2 passengers in a stateroom only. Is not transferable or redeemable for cash. Phuket Getaway – valid for travel 7-16 December 2015.Book by 30 June 2015. Must be paid in full within
3 days of making booking. China Discovery valid for departures 6 September, 18 October and 1 November 2015. Panama Canal valid for 18 February 2016 Cruise departure only. Activities such as
Spa treatments are additional. Christmas Markets – Valid for Departures: 24 November 2015 – 13 December 2015. Advertised price includes discount and must be paid in full by 31 August 2015. Great
Italian Cities – Departures: 30 October 2015 – 1 April 2106, Advertised pricing based on 13 Nov-11 Dec 2015 departures. Other departure dates pricing may vary. Advertised price includes discount
16 TRAVEL
CLUB
and must
be paid in full by 31 August 2015.
^Ex Perth surcharge $355* per person.
Panama Canal
Fly/Cruise
Christmas
Markets
Great Italian
Cities
From AUD
From AUD
From AUD
CRUISE DEPARTS LOS ANGELES 18 FEB 2016
5 395*
$ ,
per person twin share
of Austria, Germany
& Switzerland
SAVE 10% BY PAYING IN FULL BY 31 AUG 2015
3 GREAT CITIES IN 9 NIGHTS!
1 615* +3,000*Credits $2,155* +3,000*Credits
$ ,
per person twin share
per person twin share
INCLUDES:
INCLUDES:
INCLUDES:
• Return economy class airfare and taxes
Ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and
Perth^ to Los Angeles and returning from
Fort Lauderdale
•Transfer from Los Angeles airport
to hotel
•2 nights at the Ramada Plaza West
Hollywood in a standard room
•Private transfer from hotel to San Pedro
Cruise Port, Los Angeles
•15-night Panama Canal cruise from Los
Angeles to Fort Lauderdale on board
Island Princess in an Oceanview Cabin
•Port charges, taxes and gratuities
•All main meals onboard cruise (for
specialty restaurants a surcharge
may apply)
•Transfer from cruise port to Fort
Lauderdale airport
• 7 nights twin share accommodation
•7 hot buffet breakfasts
•4 dinners including (welcome reception,
2 three course dinners and farewell dinner)
•Professional travel director
•Luxury air-conditioned coach travel
•Hotel tips, charges and local taxes
•Sightseeing as per Trafalgar’s Christmas
markets of Austria, Germany and
Switzerland itinerary
•HIGHLIGHTS: Visit Christmas Markets
of Vienna, Salzburg, Munich, Innsbruck,
Lucerne and Vaduz
•9 nights twin share accommodation
•9 hot buffet breakfasts
•4 dinners (including welcome reception,
be-my-guest dinner, three course
dinner with wine and farewell dinner)
•Sightseeing as per Trafalgar’s Great
Italian Cities itinerary
•Professional travel director
•Luxury air-conditioned coach travel
•Hotel tips, charges and local taxes
•HIGHLIGHTS: Local specialist guides
in Rome, Venice and Florence. Enjoy
dinner at a Tuscan wine and olive oil
estate and cruise by private launch to
St Mark’s square, Venice.
•Pay in full by 31 August 2015 and
SAVE 10%
Call (AUS) 1300 850 160
or email travel.club@wyn.com
TRAVEL
ISLAND CLUB
TIME
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TRIBAL
DREAMING
See Australia
through the eyes of the people
who have been its custodians
for thousands of years
by Angie Christofis
A
ustralia is a land rich in magnificent landscapes and unique
experiences, but there is nothing like seeing a place through
the eyes of a knowledgeable Indigenous guide. You only have to
walk a few metres into Mossman Gorge before your guide will
have pointed out leaves that can be used as soap because when
rubbed with water they foam up and create a fragrant lather. Your
guide will point out the trees that make the best canoes, show you
which berries are good to eat, which nuts can be lit like a candle
and even leaves and berries that are highly poisonous.
18 MY STORY
With 20 Australian destinations to choose from, WorldMark
Owners have a wonderful range of Indigenous activities and
tours on offer with the chance to taste bush tucker, experience
the healing powers of nature, immerse in music, dance, ancient
traditions and hear stories of the land. You can even learn to throw
a spear, collect wild mussels and catch mangrove mud crabs.
If you are seeking a unique and truly memorable experience on
your next Australian holiday, why not add an Indigenous tour
to your itinerary?
MELBOURNE
E
ven in the heart of busy Melbourne
you can step back in time on a
guided Indigenous cultural interpretive
walk. You can take these guided walks
at Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens
where you can discover the plant lore
of traditional foods, medicine, tools and
experience a ceremony on a site that was
once a traditional camping and meeting
place for the Boonwurrung
and Woiwurrung people.
Visit: RBG.VIC.GOV.AU/WHATS-ON
Stay: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS ASIA PACIFIC MELBOURNE
CAIRNS
T
japukai by Night is an awardwinning dinner and show
experience at Tjapukai Aboriginal
Cultural Park, just outside of Cairns.
Here you will be taken on a magical
adventure into the legends of Australia’s
Dreamtime. Australia’s Aboriginal
culture is brought to life through a
series of award-winning performances
while you feast on modern cuisine
showcasing produce of the Tropical
North. Highlights include a fire making
ceremony, a 40-foot fireball, traditional
face painting and a live dance
performance.
TJAPUKAI.COM.AU/
TJAPUKAI-BY-NIGHT
Visit:
Stay: WORLDMARK SOUTH PACIFIC CLUB
BY WYNDHAM CAIRNS
TRIBAL DREAMING
19
PORT DOUGLAS
C
ooya Beach is a traditional fishing
ground of the Kuku Yalanji Bama. This
unique coastal place has three diverse
ecosystems - beach, mangroves and coastal
reef – that are connected to each other by the
ever-changing mudflats and tidal lagoons.
Today, brothers Linc and Brandon Walker
DUNSBOROUGH
K
oomal Dreaming tours provide
an opportunity for visitors to the
spectacular Margaret River region to
experience Wadandi and Bibbulman
country through the eyes of the
traditional owners.
SYDNEY’S BLUE
MOUNTAINS
A
warded Australia’s best walking
experience; Walkabout into the
Dreamtime offers guests insight into the
traditional, local Darug culture. The song
line (story of place) leads you through
You will be given the opportunity to taste
bushland and rainforest to sacred sites of
and meet the animals, plants and
of two hours of walking coupled with
and Bibbulman people.
activities. During this time you will
and observing wildlife and the environment,
Journey into Ngilgi Cave and be
learn about bush medicine, taste bush
as Linc and Brandon share some of their
performance, deep inside the cave. Take
and how they care for their country.
traditional plants, foods and medicines
Visit:BAMAWAY.COM.AU/KUKU-YALANJI-
changes. Discover the art of traditional
follow the traditions of their ancestors who,
for thousands of years, educated visitors
about their Kuku Yalanji culture. On a Kuku
Yalanji Cultural Habitat tour you can learn
how to throw a spear, hunt whilst stalking
native foods, learn about bush medicine
the Dreamtime. The six-hour tour consists
Dreaming spirits sacred to the Wadandi
four hours of relaxation and interpretive
and learn how to track coastal resources
mesmerised by a live didgeridoo
extensive knowledge of this special area
a bushwalk and learn how to identify
CULTURAL-HABITAT-TOURS
Stay: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS ASIA PACIFIC AT RAMADA PORT DOUGLAS
relating to the Aboriginal six seasonal
fire lighting and tool making, and
participate in a Didgeridoo Music Session.
This tour has all the highlights from the
Ngilgi Cave Cultural tour plus an added
food element with the opportunity to
taste seasonal foods and flavours around
the campfire.
MOSSMAN
GORGE
T
he Ngadiku Dreamtime Walks,
conducted by the local Kuku Yalanji
people are a must do for any visitor to the
World Heritage listed Mossman Gorge. As
you journey along private, gentle tracks,
past the crystal-clear streams and rock pools,
your guide will take you to significant
cultural sites, past traditional bark shelters
and tell fascinating stories of the Kuku
Yalanji people and their connection to the
country. Highlights include a traditional
smoking ceremony and a natural soap and
ochre paint making demonstration.
Visit:MOSSMANGORGE.COM.AU/
EXPERIENCE/DREAMTIME-WALKS
Stay: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS ASIA PACIFIC AT RAMADA PORT DOUGLAS
20 TRIBAL DREAMING
Visit:KOOMALDREAMING.COM.AU/TOURS
Stay: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS ASIA PACIFIC DUNSBOROUGH
discover ancient art sites and artefacts,
tucker, see wildlife and stunning scenery,
experience ochre bark and body painting
and connect with the Dreamtime through
story, art, ritual and dance. In summer,
you can swim under a waterfall in a
crystal-clear billabong. In winter, you can
enjoy lunch in a sunny sandstone cave by
a warm, crackling log fire.
Visit:BLUEMOUNTAINSWALKABOUT.COM
Stay: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS
ASIA PACIFIC SYDNEY
Photography in this story courtesy of
Tjapukai Harald, the Melbourne Botanical
Garden, Koomal Dreaming & Tourism
Australia
FACT FILE
DID YOU KNOW?
145 different Indigenous
languages are still considered
alive and in use as a first
tongue in Australia today.
110 of them are 'critically
endangered'.
Aboriginal people have been
living continuously in Australia
for more than 50,000 years!
TRIBAL DREAMING
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Phillip Island's
by Annie Lyon
I
N THE BEGINNING, PHILLIP ISLAND
WASN’T AN ISLAND AT ALL – IT WAS
ATTACHED TO THE MAINLAND AND
MADE UP PART OF THE LAND ROAMED
BY THE BUNURONG PEOPLE. AS THEY
WERE NOMADIC HUNTERS, THE
BUNURONG PEOPLE ONLY VISITED THE
REGION SEASONALLY, FOLLOWING THE
MIGRATORY PATTERNS OF THE NATIVE
WILDLIFE.
IN 1842, LONG AFTER THE TIDES
HAD CARVED A RIFT BETWEEN THE
LANDS, THE FIRST PERMANENT
RESIDENTS SETTLED ON PHILLIP
ISLAND. LEGEND HAS IT THAT THESE
ORIGINAL SETTLERS WERE TWO
ADVENTUROUS BROTHERS FROM
SCOTLAND WHO SIGNED THEIR NAMES
TO A PASTORAL LEASE THAT COVERED
THE WHOLE ISLAND. FOR DECADES,
PHILLIP ISLAND REMAINED A LONELY
ROCK WITH A FEW WHITEWASHED
FARMSTEADS AND A HERD OF WINDSWEPT COWS.
S TO R Y CO N T I N U E D
PHILLIP ISLAND
>>
25
T
oday, Phillip Island is one of Victoria’s most popular tourist
But some of the island’s best features really shine in the twilight
wide, the tiny island packs a surprisingly big punch in the
the hustle and bustle of the day melts into the horizon.
destinations. At just 26 kilometres long and nine kilometres
tourism stakes, with more and more people
visiting annually.
In the same way that flocks of mutton birds
swoop through on their migratory journey
hours, when the sky lights up with rich hues of pink and purple and
SOME OF THE ISLAND’S BEST FEATURES
REALLY SHINE IN THE TWILIGHT HOURS,
WHEN THE SKY LIGHTS UP WITH RICH
HUES OF PINK AND PURPLE
from Alaska, half a million visitors descend
As the locals would be able to tell you,
sunsets in autumn and winter are
particularly spectacular in this part of
Australia and they perfectly complement
the island’s impressive landscape. So rug
on the island each year. And with its striking natural beauty and
up, get your camera ready and prepare to experience Phillip Island
wonder Phillip Island is a popular destination for day-trippers.
mesmerising afternoon activities.
unique fauna, all less than a two-hour drive from Melbourne, it’s no
One of Phillip Island’s biggest draw cards is the nightly
penguin parade, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that attracts
people from all over the world. Every evening at dusk,
hundreds of penguins emerge from the sea after a big day
swimming and fishing and waddle up the sand to their
burrows. Set against the striking backdrop of Summerland
Beach in the blushing light of sunset, the sight of Australia’s
largest colony of little penguins tucking themselves in for the
night is bound to take your breath away!
For more information about the Penguin Parade visit
penguins.org.au/attractions/penguin-parade
26 PHILLIP ISLAND
like you’ve never seen it as we take you on a tour of the region’s most
Situated halfway between Melbourne and Phillip Island is a magical
place called Moonlit Sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to a number
of breeding programs for endangered species, including spotted-tail
quolls, orange-bellied parrots, sacred kingfishers and many more.
By day you can feed wallabies and tawny frogmouths, pat koalas,
hold owls and cuddle pythons. But it is at night that the park really
comes to life. As the sun sets over the wetland to the chorus of frogs,
ducks and emus, you will be greeted by wallabies and kangaroos,
ready to join you on a lantern-lit tour of the nocturnal world.
Find out more: moonlitsanctuary.com.au
From the air, Phillip Island resembles a watercolour painting. Deep greens and browns
fade softly into subtle greys and yellows and in the afternoon light, the scene is
illuminated with a golden glow. What better way to appreciate the rugged beauty
of this famed coastline than with a private twilight helicopter tour of the island?
Book in advance for an unforgettable experience for a special occasion. For more
information about pricing and options visit phillipislandhelicopters.com.au
Photo courtesy of Steve Arnold
With 97 kilometres of coastline, Phillip Island is a walker’s paradise. There are
plenty of picturesque walking tracks around the island, but the best are those
that also offer views of the dramatic landscape in the golden hour of twilight.
THE NOBBIES
Victoria’s maritime history tells a poignant tale involving
over 700 shipwrecks off the state’s rocky coastline. One of
Phillip Island’s most well-known shipwrecks is that of SS
Speke, a three-masted steel vessel that ran aground in 1906
on its journey from Peru to Sydney.
The remains of the ship at Kitty Millar Bay are a forlorn
reminder of the once impressive global freighter and at dusk,
the sight is mesmerising. As the light fades and shadows
begin to envelop the wreckage, you will find yourself
face-to-face with one of the island’s best photo opportunities –
a watery gravesite that depending on the conditions
Take in the abundant natural beauty of south-western Phillip Island at The
Nobbies, a magnificent headland overlooking Bass Straight. One-and-a-half
kilometres off the coastline you will see a rocky outcrop known as Seal Rocks
– home to Australia’s largest colony of fur seals. Watch these curious creatures
frolic in the shallow water and keep your eyes peeled for other native fauna
including silver gulls and Cape Barren geese.
Cape Woolamai is Phillip Island’s highest point, making it the perfect vantage
point to take in the island’s striking coastline. With unparalleled views of the
Pinnacles, a spectacular rock formation harking back to the region’s volcanic
past, and the Cape Woolamai Light, this is the ideal spot
to watch Mother Nature’s most impressive lightshow.
sometimes looks haunted. If you’re lucky, you might be
greeted by some mist or low-lying cloud, which to those with
an active imagination can appear particularly ghostly!
Photos courtesy of Visions of Victoria
PHILLIP ISLAND
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huon valley
ARE YOU ALREADY
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER
A
CRAVING THE WARMER
s the snow begins to melt from the peak of Mount Wellington,
WEATHER? WINTER IS
the warming air heralds the arrival of
THE PERFECT TIME TO
tons of colour as nature bursts into life.
It’s a wonderful time to discover the
PLAN AND BOOK YOUR
ancient forests, quiet farmlands and
SPRING ACTIVITIES!
boutique vineyards of the Huon Trail.
The region offers food and wine, history
and heritage, wilderness and walks,
waterways, arts, crafts and gardens.
STAY: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS
ASIA PACIFIC SEVEN MILE BEACH
perth
THIS IS OUR GUIDE TO
SOME OF THE BEST,
AND MOST COLOURFUL
DESTINATIONS TO
ENJOY THE SEASON.
k ings
park festival
SEPTEMBER 1ST - 30TH
W
hat better way to celebrate
spring than with a festival
of flowers! Perth’s annual Kings
Park Festival showcases the region’s
wonderful wildflowers, which are in full
bloom during this time of the year. The
event attracted 600,000 visitors last year
and is set to be better than ever in 2015
with live music, exhibitions and guided
walks all set against the backdrop of
thousands of magnificent wildflowers.
STAY: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS
ASIA PACIFIC PERTH
30 SPRING SENSATIONS
wanaka
wanakafest and
more
SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER
P
eople visiting Wanaka in spring get to
experience all the best things Wanaka
has to offer, with a huge variety of activities
from skiing and snowboarding to mountain
biking, wine tours and lake cruises. It is also
the time for Wanakafest, an annual event
displaying the community's finest offerings,
from delectable dishes to local wines and
live music.
STAY: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS
ASIA PACIFIC WANAKA
Photo courtesy of New Zealand Tourism
sensations
by Hayley Sultanie
shoal bay
melbourne
whale watching
spring racing carnival
MAY - NOVEMBER
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER
S
the journey back to the cooler waters
V
place to spot the majestic mammals
thoroughbred racing calendar and is
pring is the perfect time to view
humpback whales as they make
of Antarctica. Port Stephens is a great
showing off with body rolls, tail slaps
and for those lucky enough to see it,
the breathtaking breach. Moonshadow
Explorer offers fantastic cruise packages
over morning or afternoon tea. For more
information visit moonshadow.com.au
STAY: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS ASIA
PACIFIC AT RAMADA RESORT SHOAL BAY
isit Melbourne during Spring
Racing Carnival and you will feel
the buzz in the air. The annual event
is one of the most prestigious on the
jam-packed with major races including
the Cox Plate, Caulfield Cup and the
showpiece, Melbourne Cup. Just as
famous for Fashions on the Field as it
is for the horses, the carnival attracts
thousands of people each year for fun,
fashion and a flutter.
STAY: WYNDHAM VACATION RESORTS
ASIA PACIFIC MELBOURNE
FROM PRE-HOLIDAY ANTICIPATION TO POST-HOLIDAY
BLUES AND ALL OF THE ELATION, CULTURE SHOCK AND
CONTENTMENT IN BETWEEN, HOLIDAYS ARE AN
EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER.
We’ve put together a handy guide to understanding the emotional
lifecycle of holidays; making it easier for you to pinpoint where you
currently sit on the calendar (because just like the lunar calendar,
holiday-cravings are cyclical) and identify exactly when your next
holiday is due.
3: FINDING YOUR FLASH OF INSPIRATION
Y
ou check your payslip and realise how much
annual leave you’ve managed to squirrel away
and suddenly anything seems possible.
A four-week around-the-world voyage? You have
Privileges membership now…why not?!
You quickly realise that work isn’t so bad at all.
You even find yourself whistling along to
the radio as you’re stuck in the morning
peak-hour traffic.
1: OVERDOSING ON THE DAILY GRIND
G
etting up for work in the morning is harder
than usual… not even the smell of freshly-
brewed coffee makes getting out of bed any
easier. And if you’re honest with yourself,
weekends are kind of boring too. All that
cleaning and washing!
2: PLANTING SUBLIMINAL MESSAGES
Y
ou make the WorldMark website your
home page on your computer in order to
infect your significant other with the same
travel bug. You even go as far as to blast Big
Jet Plane by Angus & Julia Stone at dinner
time every night.
4: LOCKING IN 'THE' DESTINATION
A
fter weeks arguing with your family about
the benefits of a beach holiday versus
a cruise, you’ve finally decided on THE
destination. You’re so committed to it that
you invite all of your friends over for a
themed dinner; costumes and all!
5: TAKING CARE OF THE ESSENTIALS
W
ith five weeks to go until your departure date, it’s imperative
you start packing. First you pull out every item of clothing you’ve
ever owned, inspect it for its holiday-worthiness and then throw it in either the
'take' or 'destroy' pile. Inevitably, your 'take' pile isn’t adequate so you decide
it’s high time to head to the shops.
8: REPORTING
I
t suddenly strikes you that it’s your duty to keep
the people back home informed about what
they’re missing out on. Twice a day you post
witty commentary and photos of your poolside
cocktails and exotic lunches to Facebook.
7: TOUCHING DOWN
T
he magical moment is here
– you’ve finally reached
your destination and you
can’t wipe the smile off your
face. The saying ‘the grass
is greener on the other side’
9: EXPLORING
is so true. Everything is
better here! The air definitely
Y
smells fresher; the people are
friendlier too. And let’s not
get started on the food.
10: BACK FLIPPING
A
bout halfway through your holiday you
start to dread going home but you quickly
ou’re more energised than you have
been for years. In fact, who needs
sleep? There are so many restaurants,
bars and museums to visit; so many
landscapes to gawk at; and so many
nerdy tourist photos to take.
get distracted by all the fun you’re having.
Before you know it your last day has arrived
and you’re starting to think about how nice it
will be to shower in your own bathroom and
sleep in your own bed. Maybe going home
wouldn’t be so horrible…
6: PANICKING
T
12: POST-HOLIDAY DEPRESSION
here’s just so much to organise.
Y
Are the kids’ passports up to
date? Who’s going to water the
plants while you’re away? Where
computer to 247 new emails and 16
meeting requests. By lunch time you’re
are the plane tickets? Will four
tubes of sunscreen be enough?
ou go back to work and turn on your
already dreaming about summer in
11: POST-HOLIDAY HIGH
N
ow that you’ve showered and changed into fresh
clothes (that don’t come out of a suitcase) you’re feeling
refreshed. In your post-holiday high you remember that
all of your family and friends will want to see all of your
holiday photos, so you kindly prepare a slideshow for
them and invite them over for yet another themed dinner.
the south of France.
CAPTIVATING
MELBOURNE
M
elbourne is the
undeniable cultural
heart of Australia.
As the sun goes down, rug
up, get out and experience
the city’s effortlessly hip
restaurants and bars,
multicultural mix of events
and bustling laneways.
Immerse yourself in
Melbourne’s art and cultural
precincts for an unforgettable
arts expedition.
MELBOURNE STREET ART
BITTERSWEET BALLET
As you explore the ins and outs of
After exploring the streets, head to the stage
you will be captivated by an urban gallery of
of everyone’s favourite fairytale, with the
Melbourne’s trendy laneways and arcades,
spray painting, stencil and paste-up art. Gain
insight into the street art scene by taking
a tour with passionate and creative tour
guides.
TO BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW VISIT
melbournestreettours.com
SYDNEY
T
he Harbour City is one
of the most cosmopolitan
cities in the world.
Parklands, sundrenched
beaches, breathtaking views
and a bustling CBD define its
youthful spirit. Captivating
art, theatre, and festivals are
all yours to enjoy, so start
planning!
34 MY STORY
and experience the energy and elegance
talented members of the Australian Ballet
Company. This dazzling production of
Cinderella will leave you spellbound.
ON STAGE: 19th-27th June 2015
LOCATION: Arts Centre Melbourne, State Theatre
FOR MORE VISIT australianballet.com.au
ART GALLERY OF NSW
The Art Gallery of NSW offers an extensive
collection of art from various cultures.
Indigenous art sits proudly alongside
European masters, Asian treasures and
leading local and international contemporary
art pieces. Free daily guided tours are offered
in a variety of languages.
FOR MORE VISIT artgallery.nsw.gov.au
BRISBANE
T
he sub-tropical natural
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY:
LOST CREATURES OF THE
CRETACEOUS
beauty of this river
city provides visitors
with a relaxed, all-rounded
cultural and creative
Perfect for the young and young at
experience. The Queensland
heart, this visiting exhibition allows
Cultural Centre houses
visitors to get up close and personal
one of Australia’s finest art
with more than 20 animated, life-size
galleries, the awe-inspiring
dinosaur models, recreating life on earth
Queensland Museum and
145 million years ago. Every creature
the Queensland Performing
has been made to specific scientific
Arts Complex, making it
specifications, guaranteeing the most
easy to satisfy your cultural
lifelike look, feel, sound and movement!
cravings in one convenient
OPEN: 27th March 2015 – 5th October 2015
LOCATION: Queensland Museum
location.
PERTH
P
ack up for a swim at
Cottesloe Beach, dine
in winding alleyways
lined with art or enjoy
a picnic by the tranquil
Swan River. Perth boasts a
number of public art walks,
thriving craft markets and
an outdoor cinema that
goes perfectly with a glass
of local wine.
MOONLIGHT CINEMA
The cultural centre in the heart of Perth is
Catch a new release or a much-loved cult
home to the Western Australian Museum,
Institute of Contemporary Arts and The Blue
Room Theatre. There are exhibitions, events
and festivals held all year round. Take a break
in the Urban Orchard, a thriving community
garden, or take the kids to the wetland and
spot the native fish, frogs and invertebrates!
FOR MORE VISIT mra.wa.gov.au/projects-
and-places/perth-cultural-centre
movie at a kitsch outdoor cinema on the lawns
of Perth’s Kings Park. Moonlight Cinema runs
over the summer months from December to
March, so be sure to include a moonlit flick
when planning your next Perth getaway.
FOR MORE VISIT
moonlight.com.au/perth
W
HOBART
PERTH CULTURAL CENTRE
ander through the
harbourside city of
Hobart to appreciate its
historic charisma and cuttingedge art scene.
MUSEUM OF OLD AND
NEW ART (MONA)
Renowned for its thought-provoking
OXFORD ART FACTORY
Inspired by Andy Warhol’s 1960s New York
Factory, the Oxford Art Factory showcases
exceptional talent in a multifunctional venue.
Visit their website to see a range of upcoming
gigs, exhibitions and events during your next
stay in Sydney.
LOCATION: Oxford Art Factory, Basement, 28-46
Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
FOR MORE VISIT oxfordartfactory.com
collections, MONA is one of Tasmania’s
cultural treasures, located at the Moorilla
winery on Hobart’s Berriedale Peninsula.
MONA also hosts the annual MOFO and
Dark Mofo festivals, which are a fantastic
platform for live performances, public art
and food and drink. Check the website
for 2015 dates.
FOR MORE VISIT
mona.net.au
CAPTIVATING CULTURE
35
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