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Win an escape in luxury
to the Whitsundays.

The One for You.

Win the One for You

A luxury escape to the Whitsundays

Experience the pinnacle of luxury with an extraordinary getaway for two to Australia’s breathtaking Whitsundays. Enjoy four indulgent nights at Hamilton Island’s exclusive Beach Club, followed by an unforgettable overnight stay beneath the sea at the iconic Reefsuites underwater hotel.

Appraise your home with us by 31 August 2025 and go in the draw to win a journey defined by style, serenity and world-class experiences. From private island relaxation to immersive reef exploration, every element has been thoughtfully curated to create the one — your dream escape.

Your luxury Whitsundays escape includes:

4 nights of island indulgence at Hamilton Island Beach Club

  • Return flights for two via Air New Zealand & Qantas
    (From Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch to Hamilton Island via Sydney or Brisbane)
  • 4 nights in a Beachfront Room at Hamilton Island Beach Club
  • Daily à la carte breakfast
  • $500 food & beverage credit to use onsite
  • Complimentary use of catamarans, paddle boards, kayaks, windsurfers & snorkelling gear
  • VIP return airport & marina transfers
  • Chauffeur service throughout your stay
  • Guided snorkelling and semi-submarine tour
  • Access to the underwater observatory
  • Return cruise transfers included

An unforgettable overnight at the Great Barrier Reef – Reefsuites

  • 2-day / 1-night Reefsuites underwater hotel experience
  • Scenic cruise through the Whitsundays to the Reef
  • Stay one night in a luxury underwater suite
  • All-inclusive meals: 2 lunches, dinner, breakfast + drinks
  • Unlimited soft drinks, beer & wine
  • Guided snorkelling and semi-submarine tour
  • Access to the underwater observatory
  • Return cruise transfers included

*Valid for travel between September – 19 December 2025 and 11 January – 31 March 2026 (subject to availability at time of booking). See full terms and conditions below.

Entering the competition holds no obligation to list your property with New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty.

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Hamilton Island Beach Club

Secluded beachfront luxury, designed for pure relaxation.

Nestled on the edge of Catseye Beach, Hamilton Island’s exclusive Beach Club offers a serene, adults-only escape in the heart of the Whitsundays. Wake up to panoramic ocean views, indulge in à la carte breakfast by the pool, and unwind in your stylish beachfront room just steps from the sand. With VIP transfers, chauffeur service, and access to paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkelling gear, every moment is curated for comfort and calm.

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Reefsuites – Underwater Hotel Experience

Sleep beneath the sea in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.

The only underwater accommodation in Australia, Reefsuites offers a truly once-in-a-lifetime stay. Journey through the Whitsundays on a luxury cruise before descending to your private suite beneath the waves. Watch the reef come alive through floor-to-ceiling glass as you drift off under the sea. With all-inclusive dining, guided snorkelling, and exclusive access to the underwater observatory, this is an immersive reef experience like no other.

Complete your appraisal. Unlock the escape.

Every detail of this exclusive prize has been thoughtfully curated. Simply start your appraisal today and let our experts take care of the rest.

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Terms and conditions

Winner will be announced week commencing 8th September, 2025.

  • All complete, in-person appraisals prepared by our New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty (NZSIR) offices between 1 July and 31 August 2025 are eligible for entry (competition entry is not dependent on listing or sale of property but is dependent on an appraisal being conducted in regions where we have an office). Renewal appraisals for purposes of agency extension are not eligible for entry.
  • The prize draw includes the opportunity to win five nights for two people in Hamilton Island, Australia.

  • Travel package includes return flights with Air NZ economy class departing from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch to Sydney or Brisbane, and return flights to Hamilton Island with Qantas economy class. Four nights twin share at Hamilton Island Beach Club in a King room including a-la-carte breakfast, $500 Beach Club food and beverage voucher, VIP return airport and marine transfers, VIP chauffeur service for duration of stay. One night and two days at Reefsuites Underwater Hotel which includes scenic cruise, one night in an underwater Reefsuite, two lunches, dinner and breakfast, soft drinks, beer and wine, guided snorkelling and semi-submarine tours and return cruise transfer.

  • All other expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the prize winner.

  • Package is valid for travel from September to 19 December 2025 and 11 January to 31 March 2026 and is subject to availability at time of booking. Blockout dates apply for 19 to 21 September 2025. Bookings must be made at least seven days prior to travel. If the winner cancels their confirmed booking, supplier cancellation fees may apply and is payable by the winner.

  • Winner will be drawn week commencing 8 September 2025 and notified by phone and/or email. If we are unable to contact the winner within two days, another winner will be drawn.

  • The winner will be required to book with House of Travel Auckland City via NZSIR and have valid passports, visas and documentation to travel to Hamilton Island (if required) to enter the draw. In the event the prize winner cannot travel for any reason (including the inability to travel due to COVID-19), the prize will be forfeited. It is highly recommended the winner purchases travel insurance that includes Pandemic cover.

  • Results will also be published online on www.nzsothebysrealty.com/escapeinluxury

  • The travel package prize is not transferable or exchangeable and cannot be redeemed for cash and is at the sole discretion of NZSIR.

  • Competition entry is not applicable for NZSIR staff and Licensees. Entrants must be aged 18 years or older and be residents of New Zealand.

  • By registering your contact details with NZSIR you provide consent to be contacted for marketing purposes. By accepting the prize, the winners agree to share trip photography and agree to be interviewed post-trip, if required, for NZSIR marketing purposes.