In keeping with our aim to reduce single use plastics, Thala has introduced complimentary water bottles as gifts for in-house guests.
These beautiful stainless steel refillable bottles are made from 100% recyclable materials and come with a bamboo screw top lid. When you check in to Thala you’ll find your bungalow fridge stocked with a complimentary take-home water bottle for each (adult) guest. It will be filled and chilled prior to your arrival so you’ll have cool, fresh water to drink. Of course, you could also reach for a cold beer or glass of wine – we won’t judge! Replenish your water bottle at the newly installed filtered water dispenser in the lobby, or straight from the tap in your bungalow! Thala is located above an underground aquafer and their ground water is some of the purest water you’re likely to taste. With Advanced Accreditation and Green Travel Leader status from EcoTourism Australia and 20 years as one of Australia’s leading eco retreats, Thala Beach Nature Reserve aim to be responsible global citizens by minimising environmental footprint and cut out single-use plastics wherever possible. The resort has already done away with plastic straws in favour of recyclable paper straws and take away coffee cups are made from recyclable materials. As the amount of single-use plastic in the world’s oceans continues to grow, National Geographic has announced a new global commitment to tackle this pressing problem. In May 2018, National Geographic launched “Planet or Plastic?”, a multiyear initiative aimed at raising awareness of this challenge and reducing the amount of single-use plastic that enters the world’s oceans. At a time when plastic waste has become a global environmental problem, the efforts to eliminate our reliance on single-use plastic represent an important way in which National Geographic Unique Lodges of the world can further demonstrate leadership in sustainable tourism best practices. As a member of National Geographic Unique Lodges Thala are proud to sign the Planet or Plastic Pledge to eliminate all plastic bottles and straws across our entire property by 1 June 2019. Introducing refillable water bottles is a giant step towards achieving this. Ten fun water facts 1. Approx 80% of brain tissue is made up of water 2. Each year Australians use enough water to fill Sydney Harbour almost 50 times over! 3. Camels are world champions at drinking water – they can drink approx. 94 litres in three minutes 4. Average cost per litre of bottled water in Australia: $2.50. Compared to Tap Water: zilp, zilch, zero, nada. Yep, that’s right, tap water is free! 5. Drinking water may help us to lose weight by speeding up our body’s metabolism 6. Hot water freezes faster than cold water (um, really? Go figure!) 7. Most of us could survive without food for a month but deny us water for approx. 7 days and we’re cactus 8. Speaking of cactus, their roots grow horizontal rather than vertical to capture as much water leeching through the soil as possible 9. Water is the only substance found naturally on the Earth in three forms: liquid, gas & solid 10. By the time you start feeling thirsty your body has already started dehydrating
The Opera Bar at Sydney Opera House has been announced by TripAdvisor as the Number 1 Australian Restaurant in their first-ever Everyday Dining category. Situated on the water’s edge, Opera Bar offers iconic panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, CBD and stunning Sydney Harbour.
The Opera House was recently visited by Kevin McCloud, host of popular TV show Grand Designs. Kevin visited the Opera House to see how the decade of Renewal at the Sydney Opera House is progessing, watch the video here to see what they got up to on his visit:
The Opera House was also recently reviewed by Deloitte, It’s a well-known fact that the Sydney Opera House is an world-class icon, but have you ever wondered exactly how much it’s worth to Australia’s economy and tourism industry? Watch the video by Deloitte here, which gives a great insight on the worth and contribution of the Sydney Opera House.
2018 was an eventful year for Rawnsley Park Station, in April they celebrated it’s 50th year in tourism with a book launch “Pastoralism to Tourism”, added six new 2-bedroom units which bought the total number of Holiday Units to 29.
The additional units have allowed Rawnsley to turn two of the older units near the reception building into staff accommodation. There are plans in the future to renovate some of the existing 2-bedroom units in late 2019/20. 2018 was also a record year for walking tours on the property, the 3-day and 5-day guided walks continue to attract visitors, the addition of a helicopter flight and overnight camping experience on top of the Chace Range has been very popular, operated by Helivista Pty Ltd.
Rawnsley Park Station has grown significantly over the past few years, now operating as a year-round destination attracting 25,000 visitors annually, more than double the number of visitors they had back in 1984.
Kickstart 2019 by being kind to yourself with a wellness escape to Noosa. Did you know Noosa is home to not only Australia’s, but some of the world’s most awarded Day Spa’s and wellness practitioners?
Noosa is the perfect health and wellness destination, surrounded by stunning nature, palm fringed white sandy beaches, rainforest tracks, and inspiring sunsets that help restore life’s balance.
Think yoga on the beach, access to organic local food options prepared by celebrity chefs, boutique pilates and wellness studios and spectacular views while exploring our tracks and trails.
So, whether your idea of restoration is a luxurious pampering in Noosa’s day spas, massage rooms, healing retreats, a decadent getaway or simply slowing down, Noosa’s relaxed rhythm knows how to transform the soul.
Below are just a few of Noosa’s world class spa escapes;
Kickstart 2019 by being kind to yourself with a wellness escape to Noosa. Did you know Noosa is home to not only Australia’s, but some of the world’s most awarded Day Spa’s and wellness practitioners?
Noosa is the perfect health and wellness destination, surrounded by stunning nature, palm fringed white sandy beaches, rainforest tracks, and inspiring sunsets that help restore life’s balance.
Think yoga on the beach, access to organic local food options prepared by celebrity chefs, boutique pilates and wellness studios and spectacular views while exploring our tracks and trails.
So, whether your idea of restoration is a luxurious pampering in Noosa’s day spas, massage rooms, healing retreats, a decadent getaway or simply slowing down, Noosa’s relaxed rhythm knows how to transform the soul.
Below are just a few of Noosa’s world class spa escapes;
For the first time in more than 40 years, one of the most successful and most famous football clubs in the world will head to Perth next July to play two matches at the new Optus Stadium. Manchester United will bring their entire squad to Western Australia in 2019.
The first match will be against the current A-League ladder leaders Perth Glory on Saturday July 13, 2019. In the second game, the Red Devils will take on traditional rivals Leeds United on Wednesday July 17, 2019.
