Partner Companies and Resources
GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES:
| Logo | Link | Description |
|---|---|---|
 | Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority | The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) is the principal adviser to the Commonwealth Government on the care and development of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. |
 | EcoTourism Australia | Ecotourism Australia was formed in 1991 as an incorporated NPO, and is the peak national body for the ecotourism industry. |
 | Aboriginal Tourism Australia | Aboriginal Tourism Australia (ATA) is the primary national organisation for Indigenous tourism within Australia. It provides leadership and a focus for the development of Aboriginal tourism, consistent with Aboriginal economic, cultural and environmental values. |
 | Royal Yachting Association | The RYA’s training schemes for powered and sailing craft provide qualifications for skippers, instructors and water sports professionals worldwide. On average 185,000 people per year complete RYA training courses at our 2220 affiliated Training Centres in 20 countries. * Sunsail is an accredited RYA Training Centre. |
 | Yachting Australia | Yachting Australia is the peak body for all forms of yachting, both power and sail, throughout Australia. |
 | Yacting Queensland | Yachting Queensland is the representative body for yachting in Queensland, assisting nearly 200 Queensland sailing clubs, classes and training centres. |
YACHT CLUBS:
| Link | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club | Located on Point Nepean Road in Sorrento, Victoria, the SSCBC is home to Australia’s largest classic racing fleet. The club has over 120 Couta boats making it the focal point for Couta Boat sailing. Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club has a comprehensive sailing and training program, activities for juniors, safe swimming waters, easy access for boats and people and so much more. For more information, please contact SSCBC on (03) 5984 2881, of click on link to visit their website. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
 | Wynnum Manly Yacht Club is located on Royal Esplanade at Manly in Brisbane, Australia. The club's facilities provide access via Manly Boat Harbor to Moreton Bay, offering a range of recreational boating activities. * Sunsail sponsored club! | |
 | Royal Perth Yacht Club | Royal Perth Yacht Club is a dynamic progressive club dedicated to the enjoyment of sailing, producing champions, staging world-class events and ensuring that the sport of sailing is accessible to everyone. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
 | Gold Coast Yacht & Game Fish Club | The Gold Coast Yacht and Game Fish Club was founded in 1983, originally as the Runaway Bay Yacht Club. The amalgamated club has more than 3500 members as at January 2005. The primary objective of the club is to foster and promote junior sailing. The club is a non-profit organisation with all monies raised going directly back into promoting and fostering sailing on the Gold Coast. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
 | Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania | The Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania is the premier yacht club in Tasmania conducting local events on River Derwent, national and international titles as well as finishing the blue water classic, the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
 | Lake Macquarie Yacht Club | Seeming to float on the beautiful surrounding waters, Lake Macquarie Yacht Club provides members and their guests with regular sailing events, regattas, cruising and junior development programs, sensational ala carte dining and function areas and a multitude of fun social activities. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
 | Royal Geelong Yacht Club | Royal Geelong Yacht Club is the premier Yacht Club on Corio Bay Victoria. Royal Geelong Yacht Club is ideally situated on the Central Geelong Waterfront Precinct. The Club offers extensive facilities for members and the Yachting Community. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
 | Blues Point Yacht Club | Contact Blues Point Yacht Club for details about becoming a member to take advantage of great sailing benefits & social activities. |
 | Saigon Yacht Club | Welcome to the Saigon Yacht Club. This club has been formed with one thought in mind, to focus on fun for everyone who loves to be in, on or around the water! * Sunsail sponsored club! |
| Lake Wellington Yacht Club | Based in Sale Victoria the Lake Wellington Yacht Club is friendly and fun and welcomes all visitors. * Sunsail sponsored club! |
PARTNER SAILING SCHOOLS
| Link | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | Sail Corp | Based at the Lavender Bay Boatshed, McMahons Point, SailCorp have many options to get you sailing on Sydney Harbour. Corporate sailing, skippered and bareboat charter, romantic escapes, social twilight sails plus private moorings for rent. |
 | Ultimate Sailing | Sydney Sailing School - Ultimate Sailing - based in Lavender Bay on Sydney Harbour, offers the ultimate in sail training on luxury Beneteau Yachts. Prepare for your charter holiday with a course specifically designed to get you up to speed for your dream Sunsail holiday. Expert tuition available with courses to suit everyone. |
 | Academy Maritime | Specialists in advanced maritime training. |
 | South West Charters | South West Yacht Charters operates from Port Geographe Marina at Busselton in the South West of WA. Specialising in Yacht Charter & Sailing Schools they are perfectly placed to get any West Australian client out on the water. |
 | Sydney by Sail | Sydney By Sail is a Darling Harbour based sailing company offering team building regattas, treasure hunts, charters, unique packages and sail training. Their fleet of yachts range from 31-47ft and we cater for groups from 2 to 350 pax. |
 | Yachting Port Phillip Charters | Come and join us aboard Ingenue, a luxuriously appointed 40 foot Jeanneau yacht to experience the fun of sailing and exploring the environs of Port Phillip. Whether you are seasoned sailors or novices, individuals or a corporate group, we have a diverse range of options to provide a memorable nautical experience. |
 | Yacht Master Sailing School | Yachtmaster Sailing School based on Melbourne offers professional Yachtmaster Career training courses for those of you who wish to pursue a career as crew or master on certified commercial charter boats or superyachts with internationally recognised commercial qualifications. |
PARTNER WHTSUNDAY RESORTS
| Link | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | Hamilton Island | Home to our Whitsunday base - the island that's spoiling Australia - Hamilton Island is the largest and most popular island holiday destination in Australia. |
 | Hayman Island | Hayman in Australia's magnificent Great Barrier Reef, is a private island destination, presenting a unique resort experience of adventure, indulgence and natural beauty. Hayman is a member of the prestigious organisation, The Leading Hotels of the World. |
 | Daydream Island | Daydream Island Resort and Spa situated in the Whitsundays offers a range of affordable holiday packages for both couples and families alike. It has 289 beautifully appointed rooms, weddings, honeymoon and conference facilities, and one of Australia’s most advanced Rejuvenation Day Spas to pamper the body and soul. |
PARTNER WHITSUNDAY BUSINESSES
| Link | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | H20 Sportz | H20 Sportz, located on Hamilton Island for quality diving on the Great Barrier Reef and equipment rental. |
 | Hamilton Island Aviation | Hamilton Island Aviation offers amazing tours to and over the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef by air with their aeroplanes, floatplanes and helicopters. |
| Adrenalin Rush | ||
 | Cruise Indigo | From a leisurely sailing cruise on ex Sydney to Hobart yacht Banjo Paterson, to dining in comfort and style under the stars onboard the traditional Denison Star, Cruise Indigo can offer an experience to make your holiday on Hamilton Island memorable. |
INDUSTRY PARTNERS:
| Link | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | Camera Cats | Camera Cats specialises in on-water photography, filming and photographic tours. |
 | Hood Sailmakers | Hood Sailmakers (Aust) P/L is part of an international group of sailmakers trading as Hood Sailmakers. Hood Sailmakers (Aust) P/L is 100% Australian owned and operated by Ian Lindsay, Ian Broad and Tim Messenger. |
 | Stern 2 | STERN 2 produce the yachting industry's most useful and durable sailing bags and accessories. |
REGATTAS:
| Link | Description | |
|---|---|---|
 | Skandia Geelong Week | Skandia Geelong Week (SGW) is the largest sailing regatta in Australia with over 400 yachts competing over the five days. Skandia Geelong Week is a fabulous event for sailors, yachting enthusiasts and visitors alike. * This is a Sunsail Sponsored Event! |
 | Geographe Bay Race Week | Join the largest yachting regatta on the west coast when you nominate to race in the Port Geographe - 2006 Geographe Bay Race Week. The Regatta runs from February 23 to March 2nd 2007. Registrations open on line from October 5th. * This is a Sunsail Sponsored Event! |
 | Audi Hamilton Island Race Week | The Australian Tourism Award-winning Hamilton Island Hahn Premium Race Week is being held this year from 19-27 August, 2006. Over 160 yachts compete in a variety of division. Hamilton Island Race Week is a tremendous event both on and off the water. * Sunsail Charter Yachts Available. |
| Airlie Beach Race Week | Formerly known as Hogs Breath Regatta, Airlie Beach Race Week is staged every August from Abel Point Marina. Attracting over 100 yachts from around the world this regatta is proving a must day on your racing calender. * This is a Sunsail Sponsored Event! Sunsail Charter Yachts available. | |
 | Wide Bay Water Bay to Bay Race | The Wide Bay Water Bay to Bay is now in its 27th year. This much anticipated event on the yachting calendar will be on again on the May Day long weekend of the 5th and 6th of May 2007. Sail through the Great Sandy Straits, from the picturesque fishing village of Tin Can Bay, inside of Fraser Island, to the beautiful Hervey Bay. |
Other Resources
Below is a growing list of links which we encourage you to have a look at. Each link will open up a new window so you will not be transferred from this site, allowing you to browse each link and easily return.
Yacht Charter Directory
Directory of yacht charters and jet charter companies from the most beautiful locations on earth.
Olympos Yachting Turkey Olympos Yaching operates blue cruises for single traveller in Turkey, departures on several days per week. Yacht Charters between Antalya, Kemer, Olympos, Demre, Kas, Kalkan, Fethiye, Gocek, Marmaris and Bodrum.
Yacht Charters Worldwide
Yacht charters and sailing holidays. Skippered and crewed yacht charters and more.
Boatsville Used Boats
New and used boats for sale by individuals and brokers. Ads stay online until you sell.
Travel and tourism training
Sir George Seymour College of Tourism and Travel offers courses for a career in the exciting world of travel and tourism. Travel and tourism courses that lead to jobs.
Limousines
Australian Limousine Directory. Search for limousines by area or airport and recieve free quotes from the companies you select. Find wedding limousines, limousines for airport transfers and general transfers.
VenuHQ Australia
VenueHQ’s easy to use venue search engine helps you find the venue that best suits your style of function.
Boating Links
Boatle.com provides an online directory of the boating industry.
University Overseas
Degrees Ahead provides international study advice for students looking to study at a university overseas.