Whales sighted at Agin Court Reef

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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!

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’

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

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

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!

One of the gigantic filter feeders emerged in full view of the boat, spending several minutes swimming around it, before diving away.

Quicksilver marine biologist Doug Baird estimated the whales were up to 18m long.

The same vessel spotted one of the whales – one of the least studied and understood of the great whales – at Agincourt Reef two years ago.

“Sei whales are among the more elusive of the large whales and are rarely seen inshore, preferring the deeper oceans,” Mr Baird said.

“They are one of the fastest whales with bursts of speed up to 55km/h.”

Read the rest of this article over at The Cairns Post

* Monday 8th. March
Sunset drinks at the Pool Bar
* Tuesday 9th. March
Full Day Reef Cruise with Calypso Dive & Snorkel
* Wednesday 10th. March
Tropical Pool Party followed by evening outdoor movie
* Thursday 11th. March
Full Day Cape Tribulation Rainforest Safari
* Friday 12th. March check out
(additional nights available @ $165 per night)

Total cost for 2 people $ 1366
Includes 4 nights accommodation in a Private Garden Villa,
Full Day Reef Cruise, Full Day Rainforest tour both including lunch,
Welcome bubbles, Movie night and pool party!!!!

Included:

• Educational tuition and safety briefing.
• Hands-on in-water assistance for beginners.
• Experienced snorkellers are not restricted and are free to explore.
• Highest quality equipment.
• Optical masks.
• Flotation devices.
• Stinger/wetsuits seasonally.
• Informative Reef Brief followed by a Guided Snorkel Tour conducted by a qualified Marine Biologist.
• Our exclusive moorings provide close proximity to the reef which means easy access for snorkellers.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park at a length of over 2,300km long and covering an area of 345,400 square kilometres is the largest marine park in the world. It is one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world and is home to thousands of plants and animals. The Great Barrier Reef is made up of a combination of islands, sand cays and reef systems. The reef we see today is about 10,000 years old, and continues to grow very slowly. It is also on the World Heritage list since 1981 which recognizes its significance to the world community, and is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World.

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.