Dunk Island Resort - Mission Beach

Top 10 Resort for Families
Thursday, February 18, 2010

Dunk Island has been listed as one of the Top 10 Resorts and Holiday Parks for Families 2009 by Holidays with Kids. In a survey sent out to over 600,000 of Holidays With Kids readers, Dunk Island appeared in the top 5 most popular resorts (4 stars and over).
 
Dunk Island - the Island of Peace and Plenty, is a beautiful rainforest island. The palm-fringed beaches and lush rainforests of this tropical island are ideal for those who want to get the most out of their holiday or simply relax and rejuvenate. The resort is located in a National Park, and lies midway between Townsville and Cairns, one of a few tropical islands that puts you within easy reach of the Great Barrier Reef.

With so many amazing activities to choose from on Dunk, it's hard to decide what to do next. Horse riding along the beach, rainforest walks, catamarans, tandem sky diving, golf, or visiting the island farm.

For a change of pace, get away from it all to a sun-soaked beach with a gourmet picnic hamper, or indulge yourself at the Spa of Peace and Plenty, with treatments designed to invigorate your mind, body and soul.

For a family holiday, there are plenty of things to do together, but when Mum and Dad want some time out, the Kids Club gives 3-12 year olds plenty to do. For couples looking for romance, nothing compares to ending the day with a cocktail in hand, watching the perfect sunset.

All 160 rooms are well-appointed with four grades of accommodation, each with beach or tropical garden views.

For the family, Dunk Island is as good as it gets!
 

Travstar visits Dunk Island
Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Weekend of 13th - 14th February 2010

The Travstar girls just spent a beautiful weekend at Dunk Island. Here is a run down of our experience...

Excitement began when we arrived at Hinterland Aviation for our scenic flight to Dunk Island. It's not often we get to experience a small flight, so stepping onboard a 12 seater plane was exciting plus nerve wracking at the same time!

Only a 35 minute flight, but it was well worth it. To the right we had the mountain ranges with an amazing sight of all the cloud formations drawn to the land, meanwhile to the left it was clear blue skies, beautiful blue ocean with turquoise reefs scattered throughout. We passed over the Frankland Islands before turning at Mission Beach for our smooth landing onto Dunk Island.

Greeted by a Dunk Island representative we were given a brief tour to get our bearings before heading to our rooms. The standard check in procedure is a welcome tropical cocktail in the Plantation Bar, just to get you relaxed and in the swing of island life.

Our Beachfront Rooms exceeded our expectations, fresh, white and very spacious with gorgeous photography on the walls and a modern bathroom. My room was on the ground level with direct views of the ocean. It really makes a difference to have magnificent views which tops off the experience.

After lunch we had time for a quick swim in the Cascade Pool before our pamper session at the Spa of Peace & Plenty. As soon as you arrive at the day spa a wave of relaxation takes over. Set amongst beautiful gardens and ponds, it offers an incredible escape where there is nothing else to focus on but yourself!

A 60 minute massage and facial is highly recommended and just what we needed. The tranquil surrounds and soft music added to the experience which was topped off with some lychee icecream and a cold towel for refreshment afterwards.

Dinner was a delicious 3 course table d’hôte. Following this we kicked back to some live music in the Plantation Bar.

The following morning we woke to blue skies and sunshine again, so don't believe all the weather reports you see as it had been forecasted for storms and showers all weekend! The island is one of the most beautiful I have ever visited with lush tropical gardens attracting a multitude of birds and butterflies.

We enjoyed a healthy full buffet breakfast, and I couldn't help myself the water was so clear and glassed out that I had to go for a sea kayak. You can grab kayaks or any non-motorised water sports equipment from the beach hire shop. I had a paddle up and down infront of the resort, it was great to get out there and burn off breakfast at the same time!

After another quick dip in the pool it was time for a quick lunch at the Jetty Cafe before our return scenic flight with Hinterland Aviation (this time in an 8 seater!).

Dunk Island offers a marvelous experience of beauty and relaxation, even just for a night away it is well worth the trip and we highly recommend the adventure of flying in!

Dunk Island Top Ten Family-Friendly
Thursday, August 20, 2009

Dunk Island has been named one of Australia's Top Ten Family-Friendly Resorts in the 4-stars and over category by Holidays with Kids Magazine - an Australian family travel website and magazine.

Votes were received from over 600,000 parents and 40,000 online members who nominated Voyages Dunk Island for outstanding holiday appeal and facilities for families. Readers were invited to rank their nominations on categories including activities and facilities for kids, childcare and babysitting services, staff hospitality, standard of accommodation, location, accessibility, safety, fun for the entire family, value for money and overall experience.

BONUS daily meals included!
Friday, May 08, 2009

Back by popular demand and for a limited time only Island fun now with BONUS daily meals included!

Voyages is offering great value for money for families and budget-conscious holidaymakers with the launch of our Free Daily Meals Offers.

For a limited time only, guests staying for four nights or more on Brampton Island, Dunk Island or Heron Island can have their breakfast, lunch and dinner included for FREE! And at Dunk and Heron Islands, kids still stay and eat for free^.

The Free Daily Meals Offers take the hidden costs out of island holidays and give families and budget-conscious travellers a great reason to head to some of Australia’s best island resorts – even during the school holidays.

Save from $69 per person per day on each of the three islands and enjoy a carefree holiday, allowing you to treat yourselves to more activities! Plus save 15% off the standard nightly rates.

A 4-night package at Brampton Island costs from $524* per person, with breakfast, lunch and dinner included. This means you can spend more on a Jet Ski Safari!

On Heron Island treat yourselves to more snorkelling and diving - now that autumn is here the waters are clearer on the Great Barrier Reef and visibility is at its best. On Heron Island a 4-night package costs from $676* per person.

On Dunk Island a 4-night package costs from $588* per person. On Dunk the free daily meals are a great money-saving initiative to allow all the family to stick to their budget and really enjoy their holiday.

*Conditions apply for all special offer rates, subject to availability at time of booking and minimum nights stay apply for all. Rates are based on the lead-in room category and are quoted per person twin share.

^Conditions for Kids stay and eat free: Children 12 years and under stay free using existing bedding and eat free when dining with a paying adult and eating from a buffet or children’s menu at Heron Island and Dunk Island.