Sailaway Port Douglas wins tourism award
Sailaway Port Douglas wins tourism award
Tuesday November 25 2014, 1:00pm
The staff at Sailaway Port Douglas are all smiles after being announced the winner of the TNQ New Tourism Development Award.
The award 'recognises excellence in the planning of tourism infrastructure and services with a focus on entrepreneurial vision, harmonious integration with the environment, design and functionality and uniqueness of the service'.
Sailaway V commenced operation on April 1 and is billed as offering 'The Most Relaxing Experience on the Great Barrier Reef'.
Seeing the need for an adults-only, late departure tour to Low Isles, Sailaway owners Steve and Katrina Edmondson had a desire to grow the already successful Sailaway brand offering first class service with a luxury sailing and snorkelling experience to Low Isles, a Coral Cay Island on the Great Barrier Reef.
The new Sailaway V has been very successful since its April launch - a sister vessel to Sailaway IV, Sailaway V is also a proven Lagoon 500 sailing catamaran and fills a gap in the marketplace, offering a 1.00pm departure with a late return at 6.30pm, to incorporate the highly popular Sailaway Sunset Sail on the homeward journey.
The cruise is for adults only and offers 3 hours at idyllic Low Isles to snorkel with turtles on the guided snorkel tour, enjoy a glass bottom boat tour and explore the island with an island heritage walk or simply relax on the beach.
Once returning to the vessel, guests are treated to a spectacular afternoon tea, followed by a complimentary beverage and a delicious selection of canapés.
Add a relaxed friendly atmosphere, ambient music and first class service from Sailaway’s experienced crew, this is a recipe for a memorable experience.
“We would like to extend a very big thank you to our team of dedicated crew who have been fully committed to ensuring this new tour is a success. Also to the many local suppliers who have contributed to this new venture. The many 5 star ratings on Trip Advisor is a testament to the success of this great new innovative product. We look forward to a busy year ahead. Go Sailaway!” said Steve Edmondson.