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Humback Whales near Port Douglas!

Gigi — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:29:21 +0000

Calypso Snorkel & Dive has spotted their first humpback whale for the season! It’s always exciting this time of the year when the whales arrive and put on an extra special display for our guests!

Whales sighted at Agin Court Reef

to book this cruise please contact us: info@pinkflamingo.com.au

A Taste of Paradise

Gigi — Tue, 18 May 2010 07:01:21 +0000

Port Douglas CARNIVALE 2010

A Taste of Port

Carnivale 2010 is nearly here. Commencing Thursday 20 May with the Gala Opening at the Sugar Wharf there are 40 events with something to suit everyone; some free and some ticketed. This year there has been an emphasis on cuisine and there are a number of new events in this category including the Food Fight and Palates of Port which are Chamber events with any profits returning to Carnivale.

The Carnivale Club is a new innovation aimed at providing a variety of events at the one location – the Sugar Wharf. It is an important addition to Carnivale and proceeds from these events will support other events such as the Street Parade and Beach day. Dont miss ‘The Gala’ opening on 20 May the first glam event at the Sugar Wharf!

Sunday afternoon in Port Douglas

Gigi — Sat, 08 May 2010 05:57:14 +0000

what to do on a Sunday afternoon in Port Douglas (apart from lazing at the beach…

catch the local Bally Hooley train around town

walk along the marina

find the unusual at the markets, have a massage and buy some local art & craft (nothing is ‘made in china’)

and for more shopping

and after the shopping therapy relax at the beach with a sandwich from ‘Under Wraps’

: great lunch spot!

: Kyte Sufers at their best

Food & Wine Festival Port Douglas

Gigi — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:29:59 +0000

Latin fever is set to strike Port Douglas this May, with organisers of Food, Wine & A Taste of Port presenting a fabulous evening of Latin American food, music and dance entitled “La Vida Loca”.
“Think Caribbean, Cuban, South American cuisine and the Rio-esque arrays of turquoise, pink, yellow, lime-green matched with Latin dance and cooking classes in the lead up to the night.”
The entertainment line up will include high profile Latino feature acts sourced nationally and locally (to be announced), as well as Brazilian showgirls, Flamenco and Salsa dancers, and Capoiera dancers. (Capioera is the Brazilian form of martial arts). Food & Wine favourites Hip2Soul’s high energy will ignite the night and seal the passionate Latin flavour of this highly anticipated event.

Food, Wine & A Taste of Port is on Saturday May 22nd 2010 at Rex Smeal Park from 5.30pm – 11pm. Tickets are $45 single or $380 table of ten.
More Information & Tickets from Events NQ: Ph: (o7) 40 53 91 11

Whales @ Agincourt Reef!

Gigi — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 06:31:24 +0000

A pod of Endangered Species Sei Whales sighted at Agincourt Reef:
Passengers and crew aboard the Port Douglas-based dive and snorkel vessel Silversonic were excited to see more than five whales, confirmed to be Sei Whales at Agincourt Reef in late February.

The Sei Whales, which remain on the endangered species list, were seen near Silversonic’s “Three Sisters” site at Agincourt Reef. While the boat was stationary, one of the whales emerged in full view spending several minutes around the boat before swimming away. Further in the distance, another four or more whales were seen diving and appeared to be feeding.

The whales were between 15 –18 metres long and due to the inquisitive nature of the whale that approached the boat, several photographs were taken. This enabled the whales to be identified with the assistance of a whale researcher with extensive experience in whale identification. The key to identifying a Sei Whale is through the distinguishing feature of a single ridge extending from the blowholes to the tip of the upper jaw

Port Douglas Carnivale

Gigi — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:38:57 +0000

Taste-Watch-Dance-Play from May 20th. – 30th. 2010

With so many local Port Douglas restaurants sweeping the national and international restaurant awards, we want to celebrate that special facet of life in the former Douglas shire: FOOD. All the glorious fresh and tropical food and wine on offer here is world class and people travel a long way to taste it. The tagline for Carnivale 2010 (and ongoing) is…A Taste of Paradise!

With many events over the festival days don’t miss the:

Seafood Extravaganza 2010 hosted by Meridien Marinas iconic Marina Mirage. Traditionally the event presents an opportunity for the local fishing fleet to show case catches produced straight from the Coral Sea. Basked in sunshine between the Mountain Ranges and Great Barrier Reef, the boardwalk at Marina Mirage provides an ideal location to host such an event.

Book your accommodation at the Pink Flamingo, mention ’Carnivale’ and receive a complimentary bottle of Australian Sparkling Wine!

Pink Flamingo listed as one of the World’s Sexiest Resorts

admin — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:17:54 +0000

Concierge.com recently listed our Pink Flamingo Resort as one of the World’s Sexiest Resorts, in the category of “Best Spot for an Indecent Proposal“.

It’s perfect for a little pre-dive canoodling: 100-percent kid-free, the dozen or so rooms are prime seduction suites…

Miguel’s Tropical Kitchen

Gigi — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:52:03 +0000

Miguel Maestre and his new show, “Miguel’s Tropical Kitchen” goes to air on the 12th. Jan at 8:30pm on the Lifestyle Channel. The 13 episodes of Australian cooking is filmed in Tropical North Queensland.
All episodes are set against the stunning backdrop of Tropical North Queensland as Miguel, one of the stars from “Boys Weekend”, charms his way through Queensland’s tropics, cooking with many of the region’s exotic ingredients in breathtaking locations.

Some of the destinations include Green Island, Cairns, Millaa Millaa Falls, Palm Cove, Thala Beach, Cape Tribulation, Mission Beach, Port Douglas and Daintree Rainforest. Paradise has never been this hot!

Click on the link to see the schedule of dates and times that the series will be shown from tonight until the end of February on the Lifestyle Channel http://www.lifestylefood.com.au/shows/miguels-tropical-kitchen/episodes/

New Years Eve in Port Douglas

Gigi — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:57:27 +0000

New Years Eve in Port Douglas is a fun and enjoyable event! Just remember to pre book a table in your favourite restaurant. All venues near the park with views of the Fireworks are popular and will book out on the evening. Best recommended views are from Clements French Restaurants, Bistro 3, Courthouse Hotel, 2 Fish, Harrissons and Salsa Bar as well as Zeus. The restaurants offer a special set menue for the event. Fireworks are at 9pm and Midnight. The fireworks will be set off from Anzac Park opposite The Court House Hotel in Wharf Street thanks to the Douglas business community backing the organisers with sufficient sponsorship funds to be able to present the two displays.

Enjoy and party safe!

The Pink Flamingo Resort will host a small party for their inhouse guests with a cold buffet, outdoor movie and midnight countdown.

Solar Eclipse 2012

Gigi — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 05:46:32 +0000

Solar Eclipse in 2012! Port Douglas will be bursting with activity during the 2012 Solar Eclipse. This phenomenon will be best viewed from the Port Douglas area and is set to take place in the early hours of 13th November 2012. A marathon has also been planned in Port Douglas to coincide with the Solar Eclipse and will attract 2000 competitors from the adventure marathon market. So start planning your 2012 getaway now to experience the solar eclipse!