THINGS TO SEE AND DO

Queensland’s Season of Sailing

Fringed by the sparkling azure waters of the Pacific Ocean and peppered with sub-tropical islands, Queensland provides perfect conditions for a sailing adventure. Yachting enthusiasts from around the world flock to Queensland’s sunny shores to breathe in the crisp ocean air and explore the pristine waters. And you can join them.

From seasoned sailors to amateur boaties; stretching from the Gold & Sunshine Coast in the South East to Townsville, the Whitsundays and Southern Great Barrier Reef in the North, Queensland offers a thrilling line-up of maritime events and activities all year round. See how the professionals do it at one of the many exciting race weeks. And when the sun goes down, join the locals for the race week festivities and enjoy the warm, friendly hospitality Queensland is famous for.

Get the crew together for all the action and excitement and head to Queensland where Australia shines for sailing events.

Date	Sailing Event	Destination
21 – 25 Mar 2012	Sail Paradise Gold Coast	Gold Coast
6 – 8 Apr 2012	Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race	Gladstone
7 – 10 June 2012	Etchells Australasian Winter Championships	Sunshine Coast
3 – 6 Aug 2012	Brisbane to Keppel Tropical Yacht Race	Brisbane, Capricorn
10 – 16 Aug 2012	Airlie Beach Race Week	Whitsundays
17 – 25 Aug 2012	Hamilton Island Race Week	Whitsundays
1 – 4 Sep 2012	Magnetic Island Race Week	Townsville

You’ll find so many ways to get out on the clear blue water; there is an opportunity for every level of skill and experience, at any time of the year. Be part of a world famous race week, learn to sail and embark on a bareboat adventure, or if DIY sailing doesn’t appeal a range of crewed charters are available. Choose from a wide range of boating experiences – from catamarans, to 20 foot racing yachts – and explore Queensland’s many spectacular waterways.

Tourism Queensland’s sailing ambassador Jessica Watson enjoys sailing in Queensland:

‘“I am happy to encourage more people to take up the sport of sailing. The Season of Sailing offers everyone, from all age groups, an opportunity to get out there and give it a go.” ’.

Proud supporters of Queensland’s Season of Sailing: Jessica Watson & Yachting Australia