TOP TRAVEL DEALS OF THE WEEK

PEPPERS CRAIGIEBURN, NSW

$235 per person, twin share

Two nights in an Elms Wing Room Breakfast Daily, 8 holes of golf at Highlands Golf Club including cart, $50 voucher for Hickory’s Restaurant and Bar, complimentary tasting board of cheese and wine, unlimited golf at Peppers Craigieburn Golf Course.

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a round or two of golf and tasting local produce and wine of the Southern Highlands district. Peppers Craigieburn is a charming boutique country estate close to vineyards and cellar doors, set in stunning scenery. Dating back more than 100 years, the beautifully refurbished heritage building is complemented with landscaped gardens that change colour through the seasons. Featuring traditional Elms Wing hotel rooms, accommodation at Peppers Craigieburn offer modern interiors with an ensuite bathroom, in-house movies, and opening windows. Home to its own private 9-hole golf course, tee-off at the Craigieburn Hickory Golf course, featuring the original course layout from more than 100 years ago. For something a bit different, enjoy a round of Foot Golf, combining soccer and golf. There is also a restaurant and bar, billiards table, tennis court and guest lounges.

There is plenty to explore around Peppers Craigieburn. Take a walk through nearby national parks, visit the Bradman Museum, go on a ghost or bike tour or simply pack a picnic and relax under a shady tree with treats from local producers.

O’REILLY’S RAINFOREST RETREAT, QUEENSLAND

$289 per person, twin share

Three nights in a mountain view room, country style morning and afternoon tea, early morning bird walk.

O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat is located in the World Heritage listed Lamington National Park, just 90 minutes drive from the Gold Coast in the hinterland. With a range of accommodation from hotel style rooms to self-contained villas, O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat also features resort facilities such as restaurant, bar, cafe, swimming pool, day spa along with a myriad of activities and learning opportunities.

O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat is just as the name suggests, an idyllic retreat suited to intrepid explorers and comfort seekers. For almost 100 years the O’Reilly family have been offering guests accommodation and eco-education among the lost world of ancient and subtropical rainforest.

The main attraction is of course the Lamington National Park and the stunning beauty of the subtropical rainforest. A range of bushwalks of various lengths and levels take you into the rainforest where you can experience nature up close and personal, from the giant trees to the waterfalls to the wildlife.

Guests at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat can choose to venture further with a Segway safari tour, 4WD tour, glow worm experience or flying fox adventure. This Gold Coast hinterland accommodation also features resort facilities such as a restaurant and bar, cafe, mini mart, gift shop and infinity edge swimming pool. For those looking to fully indulge and relax the Lost World Day Spa offers a range of treatments and massages, perfect for the end of a day of experiencing the rainforest. On your way up to O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat stop in at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards for some wine tasting and a bite for lunch.

Discover the wonder of Lamington National Park, an ancient, natural masterpiece. For your next mid-week or weekend escape O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat is the ideal

FITZROY ISLAND, QUEENSLAND

$445 per person, twin share

Return launch transfers, four nights in a resort studio room, bonus daily a la carte breakfast, bonus two course dinner in Zephyr Restaurant, bonus sparkling wine in room on arrival, bonus early check-in and daily Wi-Fi.

A leisurely 45 minute ferry ride from Cairns will find you at stunning Fitzroy Island Resort, surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef. This Queensland Island accommodation is ideal for couples and families with a range of room types and resort facilities available. Snorkel the beautiful reef waters, discover the Secret Garden on the rainforest walk or learn about turtles at the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre.

This stunning reef-fringed island is 339ha in size and mostly covered in lush tropical rainforest.

There are great facilities at Fitzroy Island Resort with a general store, bar, swimming pool, PADI dive and adventure centre and a restaurant offering fresh local produce. There are many ways to explore Fitzroy Island, on land and in the water. Glass bottom boat tours depart daily or hire a kayak, paddle board and snorkelling gear and discover the amazing marine life in the calm sheltered waters.

Yoga and meditation, Zumba classes and kids activities including arts and craft are free.

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