Living a Life of Luxury at Qualia
Last August I was lucky enough to spend some time at one of Australia’s hottest new
properties, Qualia, located on Hamilton island in the beautiful Whitsunday Islands on the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef
I woke up early my first morning in my private pavilion, just in time to see the sun creeping over the gorgeous Coral Sea. After a short photo session on my secluded deck, I hopped into my electric golf cart (yes.. every villa has one and they are THE way to get around the island) and made my way to the Long pavilion for one of the best breakfasts of my life; a yummy chocolate croissant, Eggs Benedict, and a delicious latte.
After breakfast, I headed back to the pavilion where I took a quick dip in my private
plunge pool, followed by a relaxing nap on my day bed. To be quite honest, it took a lot
to get me out of the pavilion, which is amazing enough in itself. Beside the outside
amenities, the bathroom is to die for! You can shower or take a luxurious bubble bath
while watching the marine activity on the Coral Sea. All from the private comfort of your
pavilion! And if it happens to rain a bit one day, no worries, you have a stocked mini
bar and on-demand movies.
For those who are more adventurous, the thing to do while at Qualia is the “Best of Both
Worlds” which is a helicopter ride out to the reef, a semi-private snorkeling experience,
and a romantic picnic on Whitehaven beach. You then have the rest of the afternoon to
lounge by the pool or explore Hamilton Island. Or indulge yourself even more at
Qualia’s amazing spa! My favorite is the Wine Lovers package, which includes a chardonnay massage, vinothérapie body scrub, pinot noir body mask, and a burgundy bath soak and body moisturizing
Evening meals are a real treat with the degustation menus featured at the Long Pavilion
restaurant. But, if you are looking for something a little more casual, venture out of the
resort to one of the local’s favorites dining spots.
Qualia is truly a unique, yet very Australian experience. I fell in love with the place and
Hamilton Island when I was there, and I cannot wait to get back!
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Posted by Candice Heckel at 4/16/2010 1:33 PM 
Categories: Australia, Australia Travel Experts Advice, Luxury Travel, Insider Tips
Categories: Australia, Australia Travel Experts Advice, Luxury Travel, Insider Tips
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