MARITIMO MIGRATION | 23th – 30th July 2022
Welcome to the offical Maritimo Migration events page. We’re excited to have you join us for an experience of a lifetime on Hamilton Island. This page will be updated with any changes as required so please bookmark this page and refer to it to see where you need to be on each day. If you have any questions please contact Simon Stewart P: 0403031431 sstewart@maritimo.com.au
The offical hashtag of the event is #maritimomigration and @maritimomotoryachts for all social posts. You can also upload your photos to this link
If your accommodation doesn’t come with a buggy you can pre-book one for your time on the island to get around. There is also a free shuttle bus that goes around the island all day as well. It is also recommended that you download the Hamilton Island app.
MIGRATION JOURNEY | 16-23 July
Leaving the Gold Coast on the 16th of July. Our experienced skippers will be leading a flotilla of Maritimo vessels up the coast to Hamilton Island marina. Arriving on the 23rd of July.
Anchorages and locations visited along the way;
Mooloolaba
Kingfisher Bay Resort
Bundaberg
Lady Musgrave
Great Keppel Island
Middle Percy, Percy Isles
Shaw Island
Hamilton Island
Your lead skipper will be Isaac Marshall P: 0499 808 944 E: predelivery@maritimo.com.au for any technical questions.
WELCOME DINNER | 24TH JULY
To kick off this extraordinary week we’ll all come together to celebrate all things Maritimo with owners, guests, suppliers and staff.
Dinner and drinks will be served from 4pm on the Bommie Deck at the Yacht Club and conclude 8pm. Dress code is smart casual.
BOAT SHOWING, CONFERENCE & EXPO | 25TH JULY
Join us at the Maritimo Hamilton Island Boat Showing and step onboard the latest vessels from the range on display. The Boat Showing will start at 8am on the E-arm of the Marina.
We will then head to Yacht Club for the conference and expo in the Ketch & Cutter rooms from 9:30am-1pm. Coffee, Morning Tea and Lunch will be served.
MARITIMO 11 CRUISE | 25th, 26th, 28th & 29th July
An exclusive opportunity for Maritimo Migration guests only, you’ll be able to join our world-class sailors onboard our Sydney to Hobart racing yacht – Maritimo 11. There will be two sessions a day. 9-11am & 1-3pm and you will be taken out for a relaxing 2hr cruise around Hamilton Island. Please arrive 30mins before your session starts at the end of E-Arm in the Marina
Please wear sun protection and clothing suited for sailing.
No large bags are permitted.
Phones and cameras are welcome, but please ensure you secure these in any rough water.
If you experience sea sickness it is recommended that you take a sea sickness tablet 30mins before your session.
Water will be provided and you can bring small snacks if you like.
ONE TREE HILL PICNIC | 25th July
Join us on One Tree Hill for a sunset picnic at 3:30pm onwards.
If you are coming from the Marina, take the Green Shuttle to the Resort Centre. The Blue Shuttle then departs from the resort centre to One Tree Hill. Stop No.14
Please wear comfortable walking shoes & sun protection.
All groups attending will be required to bring a small plate of food, snacks or dessert. We will then have a shared picnic on the hill at sunset. We will also bring some champagne for a sunset glass and if you’d like to drink more please bring your own alcohol as well.
If you have one, please bring a picnic rug and a fold out chair.
MARITIMO 12 HOT LAPS | 26th & 28th July
Get ready for an experience of a lifetime. For those lucky few who will be strapping in our Maritimo Racing Superboat, you’ll take the wheel around our dedicated racing circuit at Bowen.
Please arrive at either the Resort centre bus stop or the Cruise Whitsunday Wharf bus stop by 9:30am for a 10:00am flight departure to Bowen.
You will then be taken to the Bowen harbour where you’ll be jumping aboard our race boat.
Please wear sun protection as you’ll be in the sun for some time during the day.
You will be breathalysed before the session and you must have a 0.0 reading to partake.
WHITEHAVEN RAFT UP | 27th July
Visit one of the most iconic beaches in the Southern Hemisphere at the Maritimo Raft-up on Whitehaven beach.
Guests will be joining existing Maritimo owners onboard their vessels for the journey over to the Whitsunday’s from Hamilton Island Marina.
Please ensure you are at your designated Maritimo vessel below by 9:30am. We will depart as a group at 10am. Make sure you bring your own, water, snacks, cooler bag (if you have one), swimwear, towel, umbrella (if you have one), sunscreen & hat. Along with alcohol if you choose.
We will arrive at Whitehaven beach and raft up at around 10:30-11am and then head to the beach to where the Maritimo tent is set-up. Around 12-12:30pm we’ll have a catered lunch under the white tents on the beach. Our lead vessel will depart Whitehaven at around 2:30pm and aim to arrive at Hamilton Island at 3pm.
*please wear your Maritimo Migration shirt
SUNRISE WEATHER CROSS | 28th July
On Thursday morning we’ll have the Sunrise Weather team down at the Marina on E-arm for an exclusive weather cross segment promoting Maritimo.
We ask that you all please arrive at 5:30am wearing your Maritimo Migration shirt given to you at the conference. The weather crosses will go from 5:45-8:45am.
GOLF DAY | 28th July
Play 18holes at the iconic Dent Island Golf Course.
Those who have reserved their spot please see the schedule below. Bookings outside of this can be done via this link
10:50am Meet at Island Links Jetty (located beside Manta Ray)
11:00am Ferry departs Hamilton Island
11:40am Shot gun start (11:40am, 11:50am, 12:00pm)
5:00pm Ferry departs Dent Island
PAINTING SESSION | 26th & 28th July
“Unleash the artist within,” at the Maritimo painting and wine session from 3-5pm at Hamilton Island Gallery. Create your own works of art with easily understood, step-by-step guidance from one of our trained instructors.
Please arrive 15mins before your session.We’ll be supplying some champagne and wine but you’re also welcome to bring along your drink of choice.
GOODBYE DINNER | 29th July
To celebrate an unbelievable week we’ll once again come together for a fantastic evening of fun, food, drinks and entertainment at the Outrigger Resort from 4-8pm. Dress code is smart casual.
3:30pm Bus transfers from Marina to Resort Centre.
3:45pm (approx.) Guests to walk from Resort Centre to Outrigger.
04:00pm Guests to arrive | Trayed beverages on arrival.
05:00pm Guests seated | Buffet to open.
08:00pm Function to conclude.
OTHER BOOKINGS
Hamilton Island Tour Desk
p. 07 4946 8305
e. tourbookings@hamiltonisland.com.au
w. www.hamiltonisland.com.au/things-to-do/all-tours-and-activities
If you have any questions before or during the event week please contact: Simon Stewart P: 0403031431 sstewart@maritimo.com.au
