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Seaside dining

Soak up the stunning views as
well as gastronomic delights
while dining at BUKO. Fine dining
sans the stuffy atmosphere, this is
tropical culinary at its best.
A place to The restaurant changes its menus
every season to ensure locally
rejuvenate available produce shines, however
the dishes are always modern
Castaways at Mission Beach I always suggest a boat with a tropical Australian twist.
The relaxed setting overlooks
is the perfect setting trip around the Family lush green lawns, palm trees,
to completely unwind. Islands group, particularly a turquoise blue pool and the
Coral Sea. Not a bad spot to sip
Words: Renee Cluff Wheeler Island for your morning coffee or refuel after
camping and Dunk Island a day of activities.
Much more than just a room,
Castaways Resort offers the complete for day tripping
holiday experience, with all the resort Tropic tip Try the signature
feels. Situated on the palm-fringed Nick Pilbrow seafood linguine
beach – right in the heart of the Mission BUKO Sous Chef
Beach village – it’s a destination in itself,
whether you’re part of a couple, family,
group of friends or simply embracing
a weekend of relaxation. Drift away
Dine in at the beachfront restaurant, grab
a signature cocktail to sip by the pool, or Rejuvenate your mind, body and reconnect and listen to the
indulge in a spa treatment while the resort spirit at Drift Spa. Just 20 metres sounds of the breeze and the gentle
staff sort out your tours and activities. from the resort, it has an area waves. The massage treatment
There’s a range of accommodation dedicated to relaxation on a menu includes hot rocks and
options to choose from. You can stay large verandah overlooking the pregnancy massages.
in one of 47 beachfront rooms and beach, where you can stop,
self-contained apartments, or perhaps
a private beachside home is more to
your liking? A further 12 rainforest
rooms are spread over two centrally-
located properties. Couples can opt for a
romantic room with a spa, while family
rooms comfortably sleep up to four
people. For that special someone, gift
vouchers are also available.

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