Feature Destination - PORT DOUGLAS
Port Douglas is the centrepiece in a region famous for its spectacular beauty, award-winning world class accommodation, special events and attractions. Port Douglas conference and incentive programs are renowned for creativity, with experienced MICE specialists and the infrastructure to cater to business tourism and event planning needs.
Situated 50 minutes north of Cairns International Airport and Seaport, Port Douglas is situated in a region of irresistible natural beauty, with the Great Barrier Reef, the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest and the shimmering tropical blues and greens of the Coral Sea right on your doorstep. There are a vast range of facilities and services available: Luxury Port Douglas accommodation, themed events, audio visual expertise, meet & greet services, coach transfers, conference & meeting facilities, leisure activities and attractions all within the spectacular natural beauty of this World Heritage area.
High achievers and conference delegates deserve a creative and imaginative destination program to thrill and challenge them. These out-of-the–ordinary experiences are made possible by the area's superb natural attractions, and by the skill and imagination of the suppliers who make up the region's special event industry.
SEPTEMBER'S FEATURED VENUES
Mantra Treetops Resort & Spa, Port Douglas
Built amidst its own natural rainforest with free flowing waterways, Mantra Treetops Resort & Spa Port Douglas is a stunning retreat with all the modern amenities you can expect from a four and a half star resort. Refurbished rooms and new conference facilities offer guests a unique conference experience.
This exotic resort has 210 contemporary style rooms located within a 5 minute drive from Port Douglas Village and a short walk to Four Mile Beach.
Read more detailed information about Mantra Treetops Resort & Spa, Port Douglas or contact Sue Wall +613 9870 4611
Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas
Located on the secluded beachfront of Four Mile Beach, just 5km from Port Douglas' town centre, Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas has been designed with the utmost luxury and sophisticated relaxation in mind. This resort blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape echoing the natural features of this tropical oasis and centring on an expansive lagoon and island bar.
Read more detailed information about Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas or contact Rachel Buck +613 9870 4611
Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort
A spectacular location amidst the natural wonders of tropical North Queensland combined with world-renowned facilities and services make the Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort an idyllic and unique conference venue. With 7 meeting spaces and 294 accommodation rooms, the Sheraton Mirage can accommodate the needs of all sized corporate enquiry.
Read more detailed information about Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort or contact Sue Wall +613 9870 4611
Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa - Conferences & Incentives
Situated 140 kilometres north of Cairns in the heart of the extraordinary Daintree National Park, this resort is worth the transfer. Secluded yet accessible, eco-friendly with relaxed sophistication, Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa provides superior service and facilities for memorable incentives. Small conferences and Executive Retreats will enjoy a meeting room with natural light and a private verandah for refreshments.
Read more detailed information about Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa - Conferences & Incentives or contact Rachel Buck +613 9870 4611
HAPPENINGS
Windsor features at the top of the list
The Hotel Windsor featured in Condé Nast UK's exclusive list of the world’s top 18 hotels rated "Best for Service" in 2006 and 2007, as well as Luxury Travel's 2007 Gold List for Australia's Best Hotels.
A new era for Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A $7 million renovation has given the 4.5 star resort a fresh new-look, in keeping with its position as a premier business and leisure destination. All 314 guest rooms have received a total make-over including new bedding, furniture, LCD televisions and air-conditioning. Conference facilities have been extended and updated with hi-tech AV; and includes three meeting rooms and two boardrooms. The meeting rooms seat from 50 up to 150 theatre style while the two boardrooms have capacities for twenty-five guests.
Scott Hayden fills General Manager position
Interpacific Resorts have promoted Scott Hayden to general manager for Couran Cove Island Resort located on South Stradbroke Island in Queensland. Hayden has been at Couran Cove since its inception more than 10 years ago. During this time he has held various roles within the company including executive assistant manager and resort resident manager.
Starry starry nights at Flowerdale Estate Retreat
Astronomy educator and author Perry Vlahos will take your delegates on a guided tour of the constellations. Find the stars of Taurus, Scorpius and Orion following a powerful green laser pointer that makes it easy to explore the night sky. Then, using large telescopes go even deeper to view the red supergiants and nebulous clouds where stars are being born and galaxies whirl majestically millions of light years away.
Melbourne Meeting Mart October 28th 2008
Meeting Mart 2008 is a tradeshow for everyone who organises meetings, events, exhibitions, conferences, parties, incentives, rewards, buys corporate gifts or for the person who books accommodation. Now in its sixth year Meeting Mart has proven itself as the leading Victorian focused MICE industry tradeshow where exhibitors can meet and do business with Victoria based professional, corporate, association and government conference and event industry buyers. Register on line free of charge.
SHARING THE KNOWLEDGE
Our ongoing schedule of briefing sessions and venue inspections ensures our product knowledge is extensive and current which allows us to offer you professional, authorative and independent advice on the conference and meeting venue scene throughout Australia and overseas.
Been in to see us and update us on their venues include
| Michelle King – Royce Hotel |
Ria Tyron – Marylands Country House |
| Robert Doyle – Canberra Convention Bureau |
Justin Elliott – Marriott Hotels & Resorts |
| Megan Bell – Quicksilver |
Stevie King – Ocean Hotels |
| Kirsten Taylor – The Rainforest Habitat |
Fiona Poole – Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas |
| Joan Logan & James Farmer – The Grange Group of Conference Centres |
Susanne Devine – Lake House |
| David Lowe – Sofitel Gold Coast |
Greg Robinson – Ascott International |
| Joanna Paxinos – The Hotel Windsor |
Deanna Cannon – Stella Hospitality Group |
| Mary-Jane Devine – Fusion Marketing |
Sarah McGrath – Palazzo Versace |
| Jodi Hammond – Comfort Inn |
Jo Reid – St Kilda Road Parkview Hotel |
| Nikki Carter – St Kilda Road Parkview Hotel |
Sarah Bell – Silverwater Resort |
| Jasmin Fisher – Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne |
Richard Ackland – Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney |
Members of our team have been out and about personally visiting...
In New Zealand
| Holiday Inn on Avon | Millennium Hotel Christchurch |
| Rydges Christchurch | Chateau on the Park |
In Sydney
| HC Coombs Centre | Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley |
| MGSM Executive Hotel and Conference Centre CBD Campus | |
In Melbourne
| Four Points by Sheraton Geelong | Peter Rowland at Sprayfarm |
| Sofitel Melbourne | Oaks on Collins |
| Oaks on Market | Mantra Erskine Beach Resort, Lorne |
JOIN AUSTRALIA'S LEADING COMPANIES
Join Australia's leading companies that are taking advantage of the free venue-finding service Key Conference Solutions offers.
| Medibank Private | Interflora Australia | REA Group |
| Commonwealth Bank of Australia |
Institute of Chartered Accountants |
Adshel Street Furniture Pty Ltd |
| Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd |
Pitcher Partners Advisors Pty Ltd |
Turf Producers Australia Ltd |
| Civil Aviation Safety Authority |
The Guild Group | GlaxoSmithKline Australia |
| McCormick Foods Australia | Armstrong World Industries | Worley Parsons |
| The Nous Group | Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited |
KPMG |
| Pioneer Road Services |
...are just some of the organisations who have chosen Key Conference Solutions to source venues throughout Australia, New Zealand and overseas for their upcoming business meetings and conferences.
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