There were 42.5 million visitors to regional Australia in 2016 who engaged in aquatic and coastal tourism activities (Source: Tourism Research Australia).
Beaches and Islands
Australia has many of the world’s most iconic island, beach and coastal destinations. Whether it be some of the country's best-known landmarks such as the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Sydney Harbour in New South Wales or Tasman National Park in Tasmania.
Australia's vast coastline plays an important role in defining the character of the country - beaches, islands, ocean lagoons and colourful reefs underpin the Australian way of life. Australia offers two of the world's greatest coral reefs, a variety of world-class fishings options, renowned island resorts and a year-round temperate climate which lends itself to outdoor sports, aquatic and coastal activities.
With a continuous coastline of more than 30,000 kilometres, Australia offers investors the opportunity to go beyond these iconic destinations and create something truly unique on the many spectacular coastal journeys that also make up Australia's repertoire of beach and island experiences.
See below to explore some of the unique tourism investment opportunities Australia's beaches and islands have to offer or contact one of our investment specialists for comprehensive and confidential assistance that will save you time and money, and help you make the right investment decision.
Recent Major Transactions
Date Sold: February 2017
Price: $140,000,000 ($476,190 per key)
Buyer: Far East Consortium
Date Sold: March 2017
Price: $7,100,000 ($61,207 per key)
Buyer: Aldesta Hotel Group
Date Sold: July 2017
Price: $16,000,000 ($1,000,000 per key)
Buyer: Cape Wickham Golf Links Pty Ltd.
Recent Key Developments
Halcyon House
Cabarita Beach, NSW
Opened in May 2015
Developers: Siobhan and Elisha Bickle and their husbands Adam Flaskas and Dave Wadle.
The Brisbane based owners have turned a former surfer motel into one of the world’s best luxury boutique hotels. The 21 room luxury hotel has a distinctively low key Australian feel and was recently awarded the 2016 Best Smith Hotel award by the Mr & Mrs Smith travel site.
Daydream Island, Whitsundays, QLD
Opening August 2018
(Re)development cost: $86 million
Following the damage caused by Cyclone Debbie, Daydream Island has invested $86 million in the redevelopment of the island. Construction officially began with Architecture Firm, Hunt Design, leading the redesign of the island's resort in November 2017. Once the island has reopened, there will be at least 270 job opportunities, creating a huge regional boost.
Crystalbrook Collection
Cairns, QLD
Opening 2019
Development cost: $370 million
Ghassen Aboud’s Crystalbrook Collection has announced the development of four landmark Cairns hotels that will see a 5-star hotel become operational each year for the next three years. The investment comes as tourism drives growth and opportunity up and down the Queensland coast.
Investor Resources
Nanjing Fullshare Industrial Holding Group
Mulpha Australia
Cairns Aquarium
Crystalbrook Collection
Tourism and hospitality group, Crystalbrook Collection, is set to transform the Cairns skyline with a $500 million investment in three new international hotels.
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Supply and Demand Data
Select one of these iconic Australian beach and island destinations to find year-on-year tourism demand and supply data. Or visit Tourism Research Australia's website for the profiles of over 200 local government areas.
Whitsundays, Queensland
Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Sunshine Coast, Queensland
News
New $100 million Elements of Byron resort welcomes first guests
The newest member of AccorHotels’ boutique MGallery Collection, Elements of Byron in Byron Bay, has welcomed its first guests. Development of the $100 million dollar ‘slow architectural’ resort was overseen by owner Peggy Flannery.
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Crystalbrook Confirms Plans to Develop Fourth Cairns Hotel
Australia’s newest hotel developer, Crystalbrook Collection, has confirmed its intention to develop a fourth site in Cairns, which is to include commercial facilities, a multi-level residence and a 3.5-star hotel.
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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail Investment Opportunities
The South Australian Government is inviting expressions of interest from prospective investors in the development of eco-sensitive accommodation facilities for the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail.
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360° Video
Explore some of Australia's most iconic beaches and islands
Great Ocean Road, Victoria
Get up close to the 12 Apostles along Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road, and use the 360° video to imagine you're flying overhead and exploring in a helicopter.
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Vlasoff Cay, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
Go snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef in north Queensland through clear water off a secluded island in a 360° video. Swim with unique marine wildlife and explore this famous landmark from underwater.
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Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Float over the dramatic coastal landscape of Kangaroo Island, South Australia, including the Remarkable Rocks, and enjoy a view of the award-winning Southern Ocean Lodge, in a 360° video.
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Rottnest Island, Western Australia
Ride through Rottnest Island, off the coast of Perth in Western Australia, and see quokkas in their natural habitat in a 360° video. Watch the sun set over the water and enjoy the peaceful surrounds.
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Whitehaven Beach and Hamilton Island, Queensland
Use a 360° video to discover white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters of Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays, off the coast of north Queensland. Enjoy the infinity pool at luxury island resort Qualia.
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Other Investment Opportunities
Cities
Australia’s capital cities are unique to each other but what they share is a warm welcome, easy precincts, great food, wine and events as well as access to nature and wildlife.
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Nature and Outback
Australia has some of the world's most distinctive and diverse natural environments, with unique wildlife, and spectacular landscapes, including many national parks and World Heritage Areas.
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Food and Wine
Australia is well positioned to benefit from the growing demand globally for food and wine as part of the travel experience. Our unspoilt landscapes produce an incredibly wide variety of fresh and alluring produce.
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