2016 RACEBOARD WORLDS BRISBANE TRAVEL INFORMATION
WEATHER
Beautiful one day –perfect the next http://www.seabreeze.com.au/graphs/qld.asp
CURRENCY
All amounts shown here are in Australian Dollars.
Exchange rate as at May 2015 $100 = 70 Euros = $80 US.
Contact us: RBWorlds2016@gmail.com
ATTRACTIONS NEARBY
The tourist areas of the Gold Coast (including the world renowned theme parks Dreamworld, Sea World, Movie World and Wet ‘n Wild Water Park) and the Sunshine Coast (Underwater World and the famous Australia Zoo) are only a 60 minute drive from the Squadron grounds.
Other Activities you could do
Lancelin Ocean Classic Jan 2017 http://www.lancelinoceanclassic.com.au/
Pan Pacific Masters Games Early Nov 2016 dates to be confirmed.
ISAF sailing world cup http://sailmelbourne.com.au/website/home.html Dec 2016
Like mountain biking http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
In fact any outdoor summer activity you like…
Visit a World Heritage Island http://www.fraserisland.net/
Swim over the Great Barrier Reef http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/
Get away from the water in the desert http://www.parksaustralia.gov.au/uluru/visual-journey.html
Local Winery/Vineyard-Sirromet
You can go on a tour to see how the wine is made & then do a tasting of 6-10 wines. The lunches and views over the countryside are good & there are wallabies everywhere!
St Helena Island
Cat-o-Nine-Tails Cruises offer daily tours from Manly to St Helena Island National Park for a historical day tour with lunch or a ghost tour of the prison at night including dinner. St Helena Island is Queensland’s most historic island and is located four kilometres from the mouth of the Brisbane River and for more than 60 years was home to hundreds of society’s outcasts, as it was colonial Queensland’s foremost maximum security prison for men.
http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/Travel/Products/ProductView.aspx?id=174
Markets
Brisbane Markets – Friday in Brisbane
SOUTH BANK LIFESTYLE MARKET
venue: South Bank Parklands, South bank, ph: 07 3844 2440 www.acmg.com.au , email greg@acmg.com.au
Open 5pm to 10pm arts and crafts, handmade goods.
SURFERS PARADISE BEACHFRONT MARKET
venue: Surfers Paradise, ph: 07 5584 3700
Arts and craft-market.
WYNNUM MARKET
venue: 82a Florence Street, Wynnum Central 4178, ph: 0410740329
Opening hours 9am to 5pm weekdays, 9am to 3pm weekends.Dozens of local artists, craftspeople, artisans, jewellers, hobbyists etc. There is a 30m art gallery where local artists can exhibit their work. The site also has a small area for retro/vintage and collectable items, clothing, LP records, 45s, stamps, antiques, furniture, curios and rarities.
Brisbane Markets – Saturday in Brisbane
BRISBANE MARKETPLACE FRESH MARKET
venue: Sherwood Road, Rocklea, ph: 07 3915 4200
On Sunday’s the market features over 400 stalls selling just about everything you can think of. Our stallholders offer trash and treasure, household goods, garden, fashion and more. Open 6am-12noon.
BRUNSWICK STREET MARKET
venue: Brunswick Street Mall, Fortitude Valley, ph: 07 3854 1215
Open from 8am to 2pm.
CARRARA MARKETS EMAIL LINK
venue: Carrara, ph: 07 5579 9388
Variety market.
EUMUNDI PAVILLION MARKET
venue: Eumundi, ph: 07 5442 8720
KELVIN GROVE VILLAGE MARKET
venue: Corner of Blamey Street and Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove., ph: 07 3870 2807
Open 6am till 1pm. Primarily a produce market with a wide range of organic produce also available, meat and fish. A variety of ethnic food stalls and an eclectic mix of fashion and hand-made jewellery, a little of everything and free entertainment.
venue: Sherwood Road, Rocklea,
SOUTH BANK VILLAGE MARKET
venue: South Bank Parklands, South Bank, ph: 07 3844 2440
Open from 11am to 5pm, Australian and ethnic handcrafts.
Bicycle Paths & Routes
Stradbroke Island
Humpback whales migrate north past the island May – July and come back travelling south with babies Aug – Oct. You may also see turtles, dolphins and rays. The best place to view is at Point Lookout.
There are lovely beaches, walks around the headlands and cafes, hotels & shops.
You have to take the ferry to get to the island. http://www.stradbrokeferries.com.au/
Towns to visit:
- Surfers Paradise
- Burleigh
- Coolangatta
Things to do there:
- Theme Parks
- Wildlife Parks
- Villages in the mountains
- Beaches
- Nightclubs & casino
- Restaurants & shops
Sunshine Coast http://www.visitsunshinecoast.com.au/see-and-do
Towns to visit:
- Caloundra
- Mooloolaba
- Noosa
Things to do there:
- Beaches
- Restaurants & shops
- Australia Zoo
- Villages in the mountains
- Aquarium
Hire a campervan, from less than $100 per day for a small van style:
https://www.campermanaustralia.com/
http://www.motorhomerepublic.com/australia/brisbane-motorhome-rental/
ACCOMMODATION LIST
Please download this PDF for a full list of accommodation.
Download Accommodation PDF - Click here.
Accommodation on site
manlymarinacove.com – from $170 for two.
Yachting Queensland Accommodation – office@qldyachting.org.au
May suit individuals more as it has a lot of bunks: from $35 per person per night.
Camping $12 per person per night. mail@rqys.com.au
Hire a campervan, from less than $100 per day for a small van style:
https://www.campermanaustralia.com
http://www.motorhomerepublic.com/australia/brisbane-motorhome-rental
http://www.campertravel.com.au/p/camper-van-rental-brisbane
Airport Transfer
Train $25 (takes 1.5Hr) www.airtrain.com.au
Private transfer service. http://www.smartmovetransfers.com.au/ - Mini-buses with roof racks. Airport to Manly $76 for up to three people, with $10 for each extra person (price as of March 2016). No extra charge for roof cargo.
Air Travel
Book early for a good fare! Brisbane is well serviced by international airlines. If you want to bring your rig then Singapore airlines could be a good option as they have a 30kg luggage allowance in economy and will take sporting equipment.
Entry fee
$300AUS
Food
Lots of good food is available to suit all tastes. Breakfasts and lunches can be purchased for under $20 and dinners for under $40. You can save money by making your own or live it up at more fancy restaurants.
Nearby
Manly Harbour Village Shopping Centre is a 10 minute walk from the Squadron.
• Many cafés and restaurants
• IGA Supermarket
• Butcher
• Baker
• Barber
• Newsagent
• Post Office
• Chemist
• Bank of Queensland, Commonwealth Bank ATM and Suncorp ATM
Sail Lofts
• Several sail lofts are within a few kilometres of the Squadron and most are able to pick up and drop off for overnight repairs during regatta.