Queensland Instameet on Daydream

Daydream Island will be participating in the World’s Biggest Instameet this Saturday 4^th October, 2014.

Meet at Daydream’s transit lounge at 10am with your camera or smartphone and be set to capture some stunning images for this great Queensland Insta event!

Daydream's Instagram account is @daydreamislandresortandspa 

Daydream Island a hit with Aussie families

READERS of Holidays with Kids magazine have once again voted Daydream Island Resort and Spa one of the top 10 family resorts in Australia.

Daydream Island Resort and Spa was awarded fourth place in the ‘Australia, Over 4 Stars’ category of the Holidays with Kids Readers Choice Top 10 Awards 2014.

Covering both Australia and the most popular family holiday destinations overseas, the Top 10 Awards are voted on by thousands of readers each year.

Daydream Island Resort and Spa chief executive officer Scott Wilkinson said he was delighted that so many past guests had enjoyed their holiday at Daydream Island.

“Daydream Island Resort and Spa offers the perfect base for families who want to explore the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef,” he said.

“We have an amazing range of activities for the whole family to enjoy including the Living Reef, one of the world’s largest man made coral reef lagoons where guests can hand feed sharks, stingrays and barramundi; an Australia-themed mini-golf course; outdoor movies; rainforest walks and more.

“We also have an excellent range of dining venues, from casual dining to our signature Mermaids Restaurant; high-quality accommodation and an award-winning spa, the ideal getaway for some pampering and relaxation.

“We are committed to delivering the best possible experience for our guests and we look forward to welcoming more families to Daydream Island.”

Daydream Island Resort and Spa is located in Queensland’s tropical Whitsundays in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, only a 30 minute boat ride from Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) and a 30 minute ferry ride from Airlie Beach.

The award-winning resort features 296 rooms and suites - so there’s plenty of space for the whole family - a great selection of restaurants and bars, lagoon swimming pools, a fringing coral reef to explore and a Rejuvenation Spa offering health and beauty treatments.

The whole family can enjoy over 20 free guest activities which include kayaks, catamarans, stand-up paddle boards, a stingray and shark feeding show and an open air cinema.

For bookings and enquiries call reservations on 1800 075 040, visit www.daydreamisland.com or contact your local travel agent.

Daydream Island Brings Sexy Back to the Whitsundays

THE Whitsunday’s Daydream Island Resort and Spa is celebrating today after being featured on an episode of the Seven Network’s new reality show Bringing Sexy Back.

The reality television show features the incredible transformations of ordinary Australians after making the decision to improve their health and fitness.

Last night’s episode featured Livio Caldarone, a pizza chef from the Sunshine Coast who gained 40 kilograms in just two years. Fearing for his health and suffering from low self-esteem, Livio held off on committing to a wedding date to his fiancé and mother to his two children, Holly, until he was able to bring back the man she fell in love with.

After more than five months of exercise and healthy eating, Livio travelled to Daydream Island where he unveiled his amazing transformation and 33-kilogram weight loss in front of his family and friends. With the wedding being the motivating event of his weight loss journey, Livio was also able to fulfill his dream of marrying the love of his life at their dream wedding destination where they said their ‘I-dos’ the very next day.

Holly and Livio with their children

Holly and Livio were married at magical Lovers Cove, which is one of the most exclusive and private locations on Daydream Island. It offers the best of natural beauty, hosting a large wooden deck set on a white coral beach with waves rolling in just metres away and the Whitsunday Passage as the backdrop.

For an island location, this project was logistically huge.

Months of planning and preparation went into the episode, which involved organising barges to transport freight and lighting trucks along with the famous Sexy truck, which holds the state of the art Dexa body scanner over to the island. It was a multi-camera shoot and we were even lucky enough to witness a drone camera in operation, which was able to capture amazing aerial footage of the island.

Not only did Daydream host the wedding party on the island, but also hosted up to 34 Seven Network crew members over four days, along with high profile host Samantha Armytage, personal trainer to the stars Cameron Byrnes and stylist, Jules Sebastian.

Daydream Island Resort and Spa’s CEO Scott Wilkinson said he was delighted that Livio had chosen Daydream Island for his wedding and weight-loss reveal.

“We’re thrilled that we could be part of this life-changing moment for Livio,” he said.

“Daydream was the perfect backdrop for them and their family and friends who all contributed to a special experience.

“We strive to provide a memorable and enjoyable experience for all of our guests where they can enjoy quality accommodation, superior service, delicious food and a range of activities against the beautiful backdrop of the Whitsunday Passage.

“It’s the perfect place to relax and feel reinvigorated and renewed.”

He said the exposure and potential interest generated from the show for both the leisure and wedding markets would be invaluable.

Livio was amazed by the location and wedding on Daydream Island.

“It was the most wonderful experience; I had the wedding of my dreams,” he said.

“Daydream was the perfect place for a reveal and I felt like a superstar.”

Daydream Island is home to three stunning ceremony venues. Along with Lovers Cove, which featured on the episode, there is the Endeavour Wedding Chapel which is situated at the water’s edge and featuring a floor to ceiling glass wall behind the altar. Ceremonies are also held on the picturesque and iconic Mermaids Beach with Daydream Island’s signature bronzed mermaids and the Whitsunday Islands as the perfect backdrop.

The multi award-winning resort, which recently took out best ‘Waterview’ and ‘Resort Reception’ venue at the inaugural Queensland Wedding and Events of Australia ‘Awards for Excellence’, can cater for weddings from two right up to 250 guests. With eight magnificent reception venues available and with a dedicated team of wedding professionals, couples are spoilt for choice at Daydream Island.

“It’s wonderful that we can raise awareness of Daydream and the Whitsunday Islands like this,” Mr Wilkinson said. “We look forward to welcoming more people to beautiful Daydream Island.”

The episode can be viewed online here.

For reservation bookings and enquiries call 1800 075 040, visit www.daydreamisland.com or contact your local travel agent.

For wedding bookings call our Wedding Sales Executive on (07) 3259 2310 or email weddings@daydreamisland.com

Rejuvenation Spa Amongst Best in Australia

Daydream Island Resort and Spa has once again been recognised as one of Australia’s best hotel and resort spas by global spa brand Pevonia Botanica.

Daydream’s Rejuvenation Spa was named a finalist in the Hotel/Resort Spa of the Year category in the annual Pevonia Awards.

The Pevonia Awards recognise and commend the most outstanding Pevonia salons, spas, therapists and spa managers.

Rejuvenation Spa Manager Amanda Burleigh said she was proud of the team’s achievement as the Pevonia Awards set a benchmark for the industry.

“The winners and finalists represent the highest quality standards – it’s truly an honour to be acknowledged as one of the best spas in the country,” she said.

“At the Rejuvenation Spa, we aim to give visitors a pampering and relaxing experience with a range of amazing spa treatments.

“We are proud of providing our customers with excellent and professional service, ensuring their time on Daydream is truly memorable and rejuvenating.”


Located at the northern end of Daydream Island, the Rejuvenation Spa is a luxurious spa and wellbeing facility that combines an extensive array of health and beauty treatments and services with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

The Spa provides a holistic approach to wellbeing, offering the time-tested health benefits of naturopathy, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and massage, along with beauty therapies using products such as Pevonia Botanica and Eles Mineral Make up.

Facilities include 16 individual treatment rooms, Vichy showers, thermal tables, hydrotherapy tubs, steam effusion showers and private relaxation areas. And with dual treatment rooms and dual spa baths, it’s ideal for couples wanting to enjoy an indulgent time together.

Rejuvenation Spa has been a consistent finalist and winner at the Pevonia Awards each year since 2009 taking out numerous awards including Spa of the Year, Customer Service winner and Performance Excellence winner.

Visit www.daydreamisland.com for more information.