Trade Manual 2020

P H I L L I P I S L A N D Welcome to 1 Go Beyond Melbourne and cross the bridge into a precious island haven. Just 90 minutes’ drive south east fromMelbourne, Phillip Island packs a bundle of experiences into its 100km coastline – myriad of wildlife, world-class surfing, motorsport magic and family fun aplenty. And it’s just 90 minutes from either Mornington Peninsula or Yarra Valley & Dandenong ranges. This precious gem along the Victorian coast defies its dimensions with expansive sandy beaches, spectacular rugged cliffs and safe havens for swimming, snorkelling and beach play. Phillip Island’s coastline is its calling card, especially for the thousands of Little Penguins who waddle up the beach at dusk to nest in the sand dunes. The nightly Penguin Parade attracts visitors from around the globe. Loads of Australian native creatures love the island life. Join Wildlife Coast Cruises and cruise out to discover a huge fur seal colony. At Moonlit Sanctuary, feed kangaroos and wallabies, cuddle up to koalas or take a lantern-lit night tour. Or get interactive and into augmented reality with an unforgettable virtual wildlife experience at Phillip Island Nature Parks Antarctic Journey. Take to the sky aboard a modern fleet of helicopters. Phillip Island Helicopters will show you miles of rugged coastline including Cape Woolamai, Seal Rocks, the Australian Grand Prix track and Summerland Bay (home of the Penguin Parade). Thrill seekers, put your foot down and head straight to the Grand Prix Circuit for adrenalin-pumping hot laps around the circuit or a state-of-the-art go-kart session on a to-scale track replica. Dive in for family fun at the always puzzling A Maze’N Things and ever-sweet Phillip Island Chocolate Factory. Then live it up at award-winning breweries, taste- tempting restaurants and cafés, pubs and farmers markets. This island paradise is naturally playful. It’s where picnics meet fine dining, where thumping surf breaks meet quiet sandy coves, where speed demons meet nature-lovers and where ‘going beyond’ is an every day rite of passage. HIGHLIGHTS: • Let tour boat operators get you close-up to wild ocean creatures in their natural habitat • A perfect mix of adventure filled with fun and epic scenery. With Ocean Adventures Phillip Island you can enjoy activities above and under the water. • Thrill to a unique helicopter adventure that takes personalised touring to new heights • Taste your way around with wine cellars, breweries, fresh seafood and seasonally changing menus • Catch a ferry to French Island and let Naturaliste Tours show you this hidden treasure of wilderness • Revel in four national surfing reserves • Wake up to sea views and discover nature as it awakens. Stay in a modern resort, apartment, boutique B&B, holiday park or farm stay • Join Dianne’s Venture Tours to explore Phillip Island and beyond Opposite: The Nobbies Boardwalk 1. Penguin Parade 2. Cape Woolamai 2 19