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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/

Tickled Pink Package

Gigi — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 02:51:45 +0000

The Pink Flamingo presents:
The Tickled Pink package :

* 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!!!!

Snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef with HABA Dive

admin — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:52:46 +0000

Snorkelling is the easiest & most popular way to experience the magic of the underwater world. Whether you are a nervous first time snorkeller or a returning guest, HABA Dive’s friendly & professional crew are there to ensure you get the most out of your day.

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.

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!

President Obama to Visit Port Douglas?

admin — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 05:25:22 +0000

From the Sydney Morning Herald. December 7 2009

North Queensland tourism operators have mounted a major marketing campaign in a bid to lure holidaymakers from as far afield as the White House to boost the state’s flagging industry.

Port Douglas Daintree Tourism has invited US President Barack Obama to stay in the resort town when he journeys Down Under next year.

The tourism board has confirmed it has been in talks with the White House to entice Mr Obama and his family to the premier holiday destination, north of Cairns.

Should the Obamas accept the invitation, they will be the second presidential family to holiday in Port Douglas after former President Bill Clinton stayed in 2002.

It has also played host to several celebrities, including Kylie Minogue and Matthew McConaughey, who shot a film there.

Port Douglas Daintree Tourism CEO Doug Ryan invited the then US president-elect to visit more than a year ago.

Pink Flamingo in spring

Gigi — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:07:12 +0000

November in Port Douglas has been the most gorgeous weather!

Just enough rain overnight to bring out the ‘Flower Power’.

Flower Power at the Pink Flamingo

Port Douglas – Four Mile Beach

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:46:02 +0000

Port Douglas Beach, commonly referred to as “Four Mile Beach” is located about an hour’s drive north of Cairns in Queensland, Australia.

The town of Port Douglas parallels the beach with its main center located a short walk from the northern end of the beach.

Port Douglas beach is renowned for its beauty, size, impressive surroundings and lack of crowds.

You won’t find surf or crashing waves on this beach- it’s sheltered by the presence of the Great Barrier Reef situated off the coast of north Queensland.

Average water temperature is 25 degrees Celcius (77 degrees Fahrenheit). One catch is the presence of marine “Stingers” (jellyfish) in the water during “Stinger Season” (October to May typically).

Marine Stingers are potentially deadly and should be taken quite seriously with no swimming while they’re active. Snorkelling and diving is still safe as these activities tend to occour some distance from the shore and typical habitat of stingers. Even so, many reef operators are now providing full-body “stinger suits” as an added precaution.

During Stinger Season a special net enclosure is also located at the northern end of Port Douglas beach to enable safe swimming.

Port Douglas beach can be a beautiful place to be and enjoy its changing faces throughout the day and seasons. One can literally walk for hours along the sandy shore and as the beach is fringed with tropical rainforest, it often feels like civilisation has been left behind.

With a backdrop of green, forested mountains and often dramatic clouds, Port Douglas beach has been the subject of many photos.

source: http://www.portdouglasbeach.com/

A Day in the Rainforest

admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:09:22 +0000

A 4WD cross country safari chosen by the World Heritage Commission. Visit places on a tour set by the people who know it best. (current charges around AUD$150)