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GETTING THERE

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Flights

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Flights are available direct to the Sunshine Coast via Sydney and Melbourne. If you are unable to book via these destinations then Brisbane is the closest airport to the venue. Brisbane Airport is about 100 kilometers from the Sunshine Coast and takes about 1.5 hrs to drive. It is your responsibility to take care of any travel arrangements.

Information on carriers with flights directly into the Sunshine Coast may be found on the Sunshine Coast Airport's website at:

www.sunshinecoastairport.com.au


Visa

Visit Australian Immigration Visa Website



International visitors to the RAAA Convention will require a visa or electronic travel authority. It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and complete before you commence your travel. Information on obtaining a visa or an electronic travel authority can be found on the Australian Immigration website at:

www.immi.gov.au/skilled/business/business-visit-visa-options.htm



Insurance



Participants carry their own risk for personal injury or loss of property, including baggage, during the convention.

The RAAA strongly recommends that, at the time of booking your travel, you take out a travel insurance policy. This policy should take into account loss or damage to personal property, and financial loss incurred through disruption to accommodation or travel arrangements due to business failures, strikes or other industrial action.



Venue Accommodation

    Hyatt Regency Coolum is set in 150 hectares of natural bush and rainforest on the base of Mount Coolum, with the resort hotel fronting onto the Pacific Ocean with two kilometres of pristine Sunshine Coast beach. With world-class facilities, Hyatt Regency Coolum is like no other resort hotel on the Sunshine Coast - a championship golf course, Tennis Centre, Sun Spa, Resort Gift Shop, private-access beach and childcare facilities are just a few of the activities in this stunning Sunshine Coast location.

    The RAAA Convention Manager has negotiated reduced rates for accommodation at the venue. Accommodation rates and booking form are available in the Delegate Information Pack or via the link below. Other venue information is also available from links below. Please click on a link to go to the information you are after.

    Hyatt Regency Accommodation Links

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Hyatt Regency Fact Sheet View the Hyatt Regency Fact Sheet Hyatt Regency Resort Map View Hyatt Resort Map Hyatt Regency Accomodation Booking Form View the Hyatt Accommodation Booking Form

    Commission Disclosure

    The Convention Manager receives a commission directly from the venue for all accommodation booked at the venue. We understand this is a percentage of the room fee payable by the guest. The RAAA does not receive any of this commission as the arrangement is between the venue and the Convention Manager.



Alternative Accommodation

    Suggestions for alternative accomodation to the venue within a few kilometers of the venue includes:

      Visit Atlantis Marcoola Website

      Atlantis Marcoola
      903 David Low Way
      Marcoola

      Atlantis Marcoola is perfectly located on the Sunshine Coast, midway between Maroochydore and Coolum. Each fully self contained apartment offers a private balcony or courtyard facing the dazzling blue Pacific Ocean or the tropical landscaped gardens. Enjoy the wide range of resort facilities such as the full sized tennis court, fitness room and lagoon style pool, or simply take a quiet stroll along the secluded beach. (Approx 7 kms from the convention venue)

      Cost for 3 nights accommodation estimated between $375 and $750 pending room type and availability.

      Visit Marcoola Breach Resort Website

      Marcoola Beach Resort
      885 David Low Way
      Marcoola

      Marcoola Beach is ideally located midway on the Sunshine Coast and treasured by locals for its excellent uncrowded broad beaches and tranquil environs. Marcoola Beach Resort takes advantage of its healthy beachside location with extensive recreational facilities including sparkling lagoon pool with spa. Full size tennis court and half size basketball court. Air conditioned Gymnasium with excellent equipment and Sauna. (Approx 7 kms from the convention venue)

      Cost for 3 nights accommodation estimated between $360 and $1,260 pending room type and availability.

      Visit Mantra Sand Dunes Website

      Mantra Sand Dunes
      Corner David Low Way and Mudjimba Avenue,
      Marcoola Beach

      Bordered by low dunes on a stretch of pristine white sand, Mantra Sand Dunes provides direct access to Marcoola Beach via a graceful timber bridge. Enjoy all the holiday resort has to offer including nearby facilities such as the Twin Waters championship golf course, plentiful fishing and perfect swimming all year round. (Approx 7 kms from the convention venue)

      Cost for 3 nights accommodation estimated between $537 and $1,185 pending room type and availability.

      Visit Surfair Website

      Surfair on Marcoola Beach
      923 David Low Way,
      Marcoola

      Surfair on Marcoola Beach is a world class resort located right on the Sunshine Coast's Marcoola Beach. The beachfront property has breathtaking views from all apartments. The resort features many facilities including gym and sauna, day spa and lagoon style pool but best of all it's only 75metres by direct access to beautiful Marcoola Beach. Property opened December 2004. (Approx 7 kms from the convention venue)

      Cost for 3 nights accommodation estimated between $370 and $744 pending room type and availability.



    Important Note: Availability of alternative accomodation is outside the control of the RAAA as we have no formal arrangement with the management of these premises. It is your responsibility to make all booking arrangements direct with alternative accommodation. Click on a name or image above to go to the hotels website. Prices estimated above are based on the hotels website as at 12 August 2010. It is strongly recommended that you confirm your accommodation with the hotel prior to your travel.



   - Car Hire

    Avis Rent A Car System, Inc and its subsidiaries operate the world's second largest general-use car rental business, providing business and leisure customers with a wide range of services at more than 1,700 locations in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the Latin American/ Caribbean region.

    The RAAA recommend AVIS for all your convention car requirements. When booking please quote our World Wide Discount Number P400000.

    Avis Australia

    Telephone:

       

    +61 7 5443 5055

    Facsimile:

       

    +61 7 5443 1675

    Email:

       

    Maroochydore@avis.com

    Web Address:

       

    www.avis.com.au



 

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