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HOLIDAY EXCHANGE
BEACH HOLIDAYS
in WinTer?
crazy right? But sometimes the best time to hit the beach for a relaxing holiday is in winter.
There are a number of upsides to this including fewer people at your selected destination, cheaper off-peak prices at attractions, and
of course the romance of crisp cooler air. Plus if you’re a Southerner, you can escape to northern beaches for much milder winters with warmer temperatures and more sun than you’d expect.The water at most northern beaches during winter is actually a lot warmer than land temperatures, so there’s no excuse not to try any fun beach activities on offer including stand-up paddling, windsurfing, kiting or even sea kayaking. And if you still find it a bit nippy you can always settle for nice long strolls on the beach.
If you’re not quite convinced here are a few holiday suggestions that should tempt you.
TonneS oF Fun
HerVey Bay
Each year the whales make the journey
from the chilly Antarctic to Hervey Bay on Queensland’s Fraser Coast for some warm weather therapy while they give birth to their calves.Whale watching is a popular activity along the east coast as the whales make
their annual migration from July through to November, but Hervey Bay is the only place you’ll enjoy viewing the whales “up close and personal” - at play and not on the move!
rocK on
TWeed coaST
Replacing the Wintersun festival, the inaugural Cooly Rocks On is the Tweed Coast's brand new rock n roll, classic car and nostalgia festival. In June celebrate a week- long celebration of 'Happy Days' culture at
a festival that represents everything that was cool about the '50s and ‘60s and everything that’s hot about 2011.
laZy BeacH dayS
nSW Mid-norTH coaST
The streets of Old Bar come alive each year in October with two fun-filled days celebrating laid-back beach lifestyle and heritage at the Old Bar Beach Festival, now
in its fifth year. Remember lazy summer holidays, chances are at least one was taken in aVW Kombi van as you hit the road in search of sun, sand and surf. The KombiFest element of the festival captures its true spirit.
HaVe a SWell TiMe
gold coaST
Swell Sculpture Festival is a free outdoor exhibition that creates a visual splendour amongst a natural coastal landscape. Held
in September each year on Currumbin Beach enjoy guided twilight walks, artist talks,
an exhibition of smaller works at the
Swell Smalls Gallery, sculpture
master classes, children's
interactive workshops, a
public art forum
and weekend
entertainment.
*Subject to availability at time of print and subject to Trading Power where applicable. Exchange Fee / Points contribution applies.
STay
TaMarind SandS (5716) Tweed Coast, NSW
Best availability: Jul – Nov 2011 Holidays from Exchange Trading Power of 17*
SeaSHellS BeacHFronT reSorT (3952)
Hallidays Point, NSW
Best availability: Jul – Sep 2011 Holidays from Exchange Trading Power of 12*
don PancHo BeacH reSorT (1168)
Bargara, QLD
Best availability: Jul – Nov 2011 Holidays from Exchange Trading Power of 5*
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visit rci.com to book your winter beach escape or call 1300 368 800 au or 0800 368 800 nZ