Abell Point Marina woos visiting boaties

If you are a cruising boatie and wondering where you can find five-star amenities, hotel-like service and staff that make you feel special then drop into Abell Point Marina at Airlie Beach in 2016.

With a huge investment in new boating infrastructure, amenities and front-line service, Abell Point Marina has just launched a 'Very Important Boatie' or VIB marketing initiative right in time for the peak Whitsundays' cruising season.

The new Abell Point Marina we visited last year as a guest and to experience the blue-carpet treatment is certainly designed to provide boaties with everything they need, whether for a quick stay or a winter-long visit.

The marina village offers state-of-the-art facilities for the said VIB service, including a concierge dock-hand to guide you to your berth. You can then borrow the private car to provision or book a helicopter service for a long lunch. The marina can also book your airport transfers by land or air.

There is a restaurant to suit a variety of tastes on site, whether it’s an organic smoothie at sunrise or a local seafood platter for two at sunset. This is also an access point to local spas, bars, health centres and tennis courts using the Marina Lifestyle Card.

For its new marketing campaign, Abell Point Marina says there are three ways you can experience the VIB service in 2016.

1. Experience the VIB service firsthand simply by 'Booking a Berth'
Along with the VIB service, Abell Point provides visitors with an exciting calendar of social events to keep you occupied and get you experiencing the beautiful Whitsundays. From monthly casual cruises to dinners on Whitehaven Beach, there is an event for short and long-term visitors.

2. Win the ultimate VIB package by sharing you’re 'Tales from the Sea'
Readers have the chance to win the ultimate VIB package in 2016 including berthing, helicopter package, restaurant vouchers, spa treatment and more. To be in the running, submit a short video explaining your best ‘Tale from the Sea’ on the Abell Point Marina competition page. It doesn’t need to be professional, iPhone video is perfect. Truth needn’t get in the way of a good yarn. More at abellpointmarina.com/VIB/.

3. Attend the ultimate VIB 'Cruising Season Opening Party' at May 27, 2016
To celebrate the start of the cruising season at Abell Point Marina, the VIB Cruising Season Open Party is scheduled for May 27, 2016. The marina is rolling out the ‘blue carpet’ on arrival with tastes of local cuisine, live music, prize giveaways and a whole lot of fun.

For more information on what Abell Point Marina has to offer for the 2016 boating season in the Whitsundays see www.abellpointmarina.com.