In-house massages and 1200-thread-count linen? Please, that’s so five star…
Newly-opened Skylodge atop Mt Tamborine in the Gold Coast Hinterland, delivers that and then some. Going beyond king-sized beds and expansive views of subtropical rainforest, Skylodge literally caters to your every whim from private yoga classes and serenading violinists, to a personal chef on request.
The just-built Alkira Resort House (website coming) in the Daintree is also worth a visit. You can get there via helicopter if you so wish; the house has its own helipad. This architecturally-acclaimed, carbon neutral sanctuary might look and feel futuristic, but the architect worked closely with national parks and environmental agencies to create an environmentally sensitive structure set over a regenerated lake that feeds back into the local ecosystem (which includes over a kilometre of private beach).
Other first-class features include teppanyaki grills and a rotisserie oven for budding cooks, an indoor pool, and a balcony spa bath, which overlooks the rainforest. Nice.
Make The Royal Queenscliff your luxurious home away from home.
The Royal Queenscliff $790 voucher – equivalent to a two-night stay in The Rosetti or The Barrett Rooms (non-peak rates)
Lon Retreat $500 voucher – put towards a treatment or massage at Lon Spa
Bellarine Smokehouse + Provedore $300 voucher
The Q Train $308 voucher – a five-course Q Class Dining experience for two adults (beverages not included)
Searoad Ferries $250 voucher
About the prize
Taste the best of The Bellarine at Bellarine Smokehouse + Provedore.
Enjoy the ultimate luxurious adult’s getaway on The Bellarine, just 90 minutes from Melbourne. Cruise into the quaint maritime town of Queenscliff with your car via SEAROAD FERRIES; the 40-minute trip from Sorrento lets you skip the long drive and savour bay views, dolphin sightings and a glass from the licensed cafe. Taste the best of The Bellarine on THE Q TRAIN, Australia’s premier rail restaurant that passes stunning coastlines, farmland and nature reserves. Continue sampling the region’s quality produce with a stop to pick up some artisan goods at BELLARINE SMOKEHOUSE + PROVEDORE, with everything from local cheeses and handcrafted sauces to smoked fish and pâtés made in-house. Next up, head to LON SPA, winner of Best Spa Australasia in the 2024 Spa and Wellness Awards.
Don’t miss your chance to win this unforgettable Bellarine escape.
Enjoy a treatment of your choice, ranging from massages and mineral soaks to 24K gold age-defying facials, while relaxing at this private and luxurious retreat.
Find your base at the recently refurbished THE ROYAL QUEENSCLIFF for a two-night stay. This opulent three-storey beauty offers adult-only accommodation, tropical garden courtyards and elegant salons. The interior features vibrant modern art, antique furniture and exotic heirlooms. For a truly memorable stay, experiencing some of the best The Bellarine has to offer, this is a competition you’ll want to put your name down for.
