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January - December 2021 Beyond
Borders
Travel
Supported small group
adventures for people
with disability
Picture taken prior to COVID-19
Dream.
Discover.
Explore.
It’s your life. Imagine no
limitations on what you
can be, do or have.
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Table of
Contents
p5 p6 p9 p15
Supporting UnitingCare
p7 Supported small
p11 Adventures to
your goals Sharing your stories Holiday your way group adventures All-inclusive holidays get excited about
p17 p20 p21 p22
Tin Can Bay +
p18 p19 Gold Coast + Cairns + Ayers Rock to
Caloundra Bundaberg Kooralbyn Valley Sunshine Coast Townsville Alice Springs
p27
p23 p25 p26
Gympie Music Muster
p24 GC600 + Noosa +
Future destinations
+ travelling beyond
p29
+ Toowoomba Daydream Island Gold Coast Byron Bay COVID-19 FAQ’s
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Supporting
you to achieve
your goals
Finding love
Beyond Borders Travel works alongside TED AND HILDEGARD (Hildie) both experienced
severe brain injuries at a very young age and
you so you can live life your way. despite a poor prognosis at the time, their
disabilities have not stopped them enjoying life
and love. The couple travelled together for the
Whether you have goals based around building With Beyond Borders Travel, our team of first time to Mount Buller with Beyond Borders
confidence or new skills, increased independence accessible and supported travel experts take care Heidi and Claire (left to right) and got married shortly after this holiday. They
or meeting new people, our organised holidays can of all the practical details so you can just focus on chose to do a cruise for their honeymoon and
support you to reach these goals. enjoying yourself. People from all over Australia since then the couple have joined us for a big
From short breaks to big adventures, we
are welcome to join us – this program isn’t just for Forming friendships adventure to New Zealand.You couldn’t keep the
Queenslanders. smiles off their faces; this couple know how to
endeavour to go above and beyond to make it
HEIDI AND CLAIRE met during a trip to the have a good time!
happen, because we believe anything is possible. Our aim is to provide life-enriching travel
Elvis Festival in Parkes, NSW; during this trip
solutions that encourage inclusion, choice and
Our small group adventures are designed to they became friends. Since this they were room Ted and Hilide are a shining example of love,
independence for everyone who travels with us.
cultivate a community of mutual support and mates for a big adventure to the South Island of loyalty and relationship, and the ability to live
We’d love to hear from you. Please contact us and
friendship. You will get to become a part of this New Zealand. And now these ladies are looking life to the full in spite of the obstacles that may
we can talk through your goals, interests or any
community and discover exciting new places with forward to travelling together again in 2021! come our way. They are an integral part of the
concerns or obstacles that have been holding you
people who share similar interests. Beyond Borders travelling community, which
back from doing something like this in the past.
We also create tailored one on one accessible
“I don’t feel restricted anymore. For a fosters mutual support and friendship.
itineraries, making travel barrier free for the long time after the stroke I felt like I had
people we support. been put into a box, but now I feel like
I have unlimited possibilities. Best of all,
I am choosing my own adventures now
Funding your support and I get to decide what I am capable of”
Heidi, fearless adventurer
Claire has access to supported holidays through
Beyond Borders Travel has been established for one on one (1:1) support for people traveling with
her NDIS package. Some of the destinations she
many years and is part of UnitingCare, a registered us for the first time. This gives you the opportunity
has been to so far include Sydney, Coolangatta,
provider under the NDIS. That means we provide a to go at your own pace while you get to know us
Airlie Beach and Toowoomba. Being involved
range of services and supports under the NDIS. and allows us to develop a plan to best support
in supported holidays has helped her make a
Supporting your goals
you on your future adventures.
Any of the support you require to go on a holiday significant life decision, after returning from her
can typically be funded by the NDIS out of your The out-of-pocket expenses are the costs that last holiday Claire announced to her family that
core support budget under daily activities and would be incurred by anyone going on holiday, she wanted to move out of home, at aged 55, and NATHAN is transitioning from being a participant
social and community participation. The cost of such as transportation (like car travel, flights or live with people her own age. to a volunteer. This is the first step towards his
support varies depending on the destination, the rail), meals, accommodation and sightseeing. goal of becoming a support worker.
duration of the trip and the support needs of each “Beyond Borders Travel has given me
Talk to us to see how you can maximise your
individual. the confidence to achieve things in life “To be thought of as a helpful member
NDIS budget to pay for supported small-group
The standard support ratio on our supported small adventures through our flexible funding options. my family never thought possible” of the team is a great honour for
group adventures is 1:3, however we recommend Claire: travel enthusiast Nathan,” Nathan’s mum Trudy.
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That place you’ve been
dreaming of... we can get
you there.
We want to make the world barrier free for the people Looking for inspiration? Take a look at the small
we support. Would you like one of our trained support group holidays in this brochure – any of these can be
staff to accompany you or help you with creating an customised to suit you. In fact you can combine the
accessible itinerary? Well that is our speciality – check flexibility of one on one support while enjoying all
out our frequently asked questions on page 34 and of the social benefits that come with our group
give us a call! holidays. This option gives you the freedom to go
at your own pace while giving you the opportunity
to make new friends.
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Supported small
group adventures
● Cairns
● Townsville
● Whitsundays
●
Uluru ● Bundaberg
● Fraser Island
Gympie ● ● Tin Can Bay
● Noosa
● Sunshine Coast
Toowoomba ● ● Brisbane
Gold Coast ●
Kooralbyn Valley ●
● Byron Bay
● Sydney
Holidays outside
Canberra ● of Queensland will be
reviewed based on
● Mt Buller travel restrictions and
health advice at
Explore your backyard ● Melbourne
All supported
the time.
small group
Choose from an exciting range of small group adventures
to destinations right here in Australia. From the tropical
adventures are being
North of the country to the snowy alps in the South, you’ll adapted to adhere to
find a holiday to get excited about. So whether you fancy social distancing
a relaxing beach escape, want to explore the sights and restrictions.
sounds of the city or travel across the outback by train,
● Tasmania
Beyond Borders has a holiday to suit you.
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All-inclusive
holidays
Beyond Borders Travel
adventures are inclusive of
accommodation, transport,
major meals, sightseeing
Accommodation
and activities Our packages include all accommodation
We frequently stay in hotels and cabins, unless
otherwise specified, with the exception of camping,
cruising and long distance train travel. Let us know
if you require a wheelchair accessible room or any
specialised equipment such as a hoist.
Accommodation has been assessed to
meet COVID-19 standards. UnitingCare
sees the health and wellbeing of all
participants as paramount and as such
COVID-19 safe plans will apply for all
holiday adventures.
Food
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
are all included in our pricing,
and we offer a wide variety of
choice that caters to all dietary
and nutritional needs.
We encourage healthy choices and
like to get everyone involved in the
process of choosing where to eat or
preparing the meals ourselves. We
keep our groups small so that we can
be spontaneous and support local
businesses whereever we can.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions there will
be not buffet style or sharing of meals.
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Transport
Our prices include all
transportation costs. All holidays
depart from Brisbane but if you
live elsewhere in Australia we can
customise a quote for you.
You can either meet us there or we can
come to you and support you to your
destination (fees apply). Let us know if
you require any specialised equipment
such as a vehicle with a hoist.
If coming from outside of Queensland
you will need to follow QLD Health advice
before joining the group.
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Adventures to
Calendar 2021
get excited about
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Summer Autumn Winter Spring
Tin Can Bay & Fraser Island Kooralbyn Valley Cairns Daydream Island
15 – 18 January 12 – 15 March 21 – 25 June 6 – 11 September
Caloundra, Sunshine Coast Palm Beach Townsville Toowoomba
29 January – 1 February 2 – 4 April 25 – 28 June 17 – 20 September
Bundaberg Caloundra Ayers Rock to Alice Springs GC600 & Gold Coast
9 – 12 February 30 April – 3 May 18 – 23 July 29 October – 5 November
Byron Bay Gympie Noosa
10 – 13 December 27 – 30 August 17 – 19 November
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Summer
Fun
Guys Glamping Getaway Trains and
& Ladies Pamper Package Turtles
Guys Ladies BUNDABERG
February
January
TIN CAN BAY SUNSHINE COAST 9 – 12 FEBRUARY
15 - 18 JANUARY 29 JANUARY – 1 FEBRUARY 3 Nights
If you like trains and wildlife join us for this
3 Nights 3 Nights
high speed adventure to Bundaberg onboard
Gentlemen grab your mates and get ready Would you like to go away for a girl’s weekend the Tilt Train. Mon Repos Turtle Centre is home
for some summer fun! You can decide of summer fun? You will have the chance to one of the biggest turtle populations in
between ‘glamping’ in a cabin or camping in to enjoy getting pampered at the day spa, Australia, plus there is a zoo just up the road.
a tent. You will spend a day exploring Fraser relax by the beach listening to the waves and You will have the option to sample some of
Island by four-wheel drive, visiting amazing building sandcastles on the beautiful Sunshine Bundaberg’s finest rum, but if that’s not your
spots including Eli Creek and Kingfisher Bay Coast. Plus you’ll visit Australia Zoo and drive thing don’t worry - the famous Ginger Beer
Resort. Back at camp you’ll get to go fishing, through the Glass House Mountains. factory is just around the corner too.
swimming, BBQ, dolphin feeding and relax
under the stars with the guys. • Manicure & Pedicure • Mon Repos Turtle Centre
• Australia Zoo • Aviation Museum
• Fraser Island round trip ferry
• Mooloolaba Beach • Alexandra Park Zoo
• Rainbow Beach Contact
• Hotel accommodation • Bundaberg Rum Distillery us to get a
• Dolphin feeding quote for
• Kellys Beach and Lagoon
• Tent or cabin options available $250 per person + one on one
• Round trip on board the Tilt Train support
$2600 for group
$250 per person + $2300 for support.
$250 per person + $2300 for group support
group support in cabins.
Sleep in a tent instead and save $300 Concession card required and concession
vouchers along with deposit to book Tilt Train
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17 NDIS Registered Provider 07 3867 2518 | holidays@uccommunity.org.au | unitingcareqld.com.au/holidays 18Autumn
Escapes
Hinterland Gold & Sunshine
Holiday Coast Adventures
KOORALBYN PALM BEACH CALOUNDRA
April-May
March
VALLEY 2 - 4 APRIL 30 APRIL – 3 MAY
12 – 15 MARCH 2 Nights 3 Nights
3 Nights Celebrate Easter on the Gold Coast! If you like to have one on one support
If you are a thrill seeker who loves to get out tailored to suit your mobility or personal care
Come experience a hinterland paradise on this on the water and get up close with wildlife requirements this trip has been designed with
secluded, country escape just a couple of hours then this is the ideal weekend getaway for you. you in mind. Our accommodation includes
south west of Brisbane. This holiday is perfect for specialised equipment for those who want a
those who enjoy relaxing in the beauty of nature, • Warner Bros. Movie World little extra support. Our team can customise
playing music and games like mini golf, table tennis • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary the inclusions to ensure they meet your
and lawn bowls. You’ll get to sit and chat around individual needs so that you can go at your
• Canoeing
the fire or get up and dance and sing karaoke own pace. We will bring along our all-terrain
‘til the cows come home. • Kite building
wheelchair for those who want to hit the beach.
• Kangaroo Golf Buggy Tour • Ideal for people who are travelling with us
• Bird and fish feeding for the first time
• Mini golf • Activities tailored to suit your individual
• Barefoot lawn bowls interests
• Giant chess and games room
• Pool and spa area
• Option to add on horseriding
Contact
Deposit $250 due at the time of booking us to get a
quote for
one on one
support
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Warmers
Tropical Outback
Highlights Explorer
CAIRNS & CAIRNS AYERS ROCK TO
June
July
TOWNSVILLE 21 – 25 JUNE ALICE SPRINGS
21 - 28 JUNE 4 Nights 18 – 23 JULY
7 Nights • Great Barrier Reef + Fitzroy Island 5 nights
• Kuranda Scenic Railway
Escape the winter cold and go to the Tropics If you are looking for something a little different it
where you can enjoy perfect weather beach • Skyrail Gondola is time to discover Australia’s rugged “Red Centre.”
side. You can choose between either Cairns or • Tjapukai Cultural Park Iconic Ayers Rock and the Olgas (also known as
Townsville, or why not do both? If you decide • Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure Uluru and Kata Tjuta) will be at your doorstep for
to do both stops this turns into a 7 night sunrise and sunsets that will take your breath away.
adventure and you will catch the train between You will stay overnight at Kings Creek Station, a
these two amazing tropical cities. If you would TOWNSVILLE working cattle and camel station, and home to
rather skip the flights and catch the Spirit of 25 – 28 JUNE world class star-gazing. Drive through the West
Queensland from Brisbane instead this can be MacDonnell ranges and spend your final two nights
arranged so call today for a quote. 3 Nights in Alice Springs, right in the heart of the outback.
Currently taking expressions of interest • Townsville 400 • Sunsets at both Uluru and the Olgas
Deposit $1000 due at the time of booking V8 Supercars • Sunrise at Uluru
Roundtrip airfare included (from Brisbane) • Reef HQ Aquarium • West MacDonnell Ranges
• Trackside • Kings Creek Station Holidays outside
promotional of Queensland will be
• Alice Springs
teams reviewed based on travel
• Ulura – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre restrictions and health
• Exclusive merchandise advice at the time.
• Live entertainment Currently taking expressions of interest Excursions and group
activities are dependent
Deposit $1000 due at the time of booking
on social distancing
restrictions
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Sensations
Music and Trains and
Flowers Tropical Islands
GYMPIE MUSIC TOOWOOMBA DAYDREAM ISLAND
Aug-Sept
September
MUSTER CARNIVAL OF 6 - 11 SEPTEMBER
27 - 30 AUGUST FLOWERS 5 Nights
3 Nights 17 - 20 SEPTEMBER If you like trains and tropical islands come on
an adventure to the beautiful Whitsundays.
Dust off your cowboy boots, it’s Muster time! 3 Nights We will travel at high speed on the Tilt Train
This holiday will satisfy any music lover, with overnight to Proserpine before boarding a boat
live action all day on the main stage, tasty The Garden City of Toowoomba goes all out
this time of year to celebrate spring. There’s a at Airlie Beach headed for Daydream Island.
eats and great merchandise. We stay in a hotel Explore the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island
in Gympie and drive out to the Amamoor parade, parks, picnics and live entertainment.
The locals get involved by decorating their and Whitehaven Beach – one of the most
State Forest each day for the festival (so no stunning beaches in the world. Option to skip
camping). yards so the streets are lined with flowers
and bright colours. You will enjoy a traditional the train and fly directly to Airline Beach –
• Live music and fun festival atmosphere Devonshire morning tea with Toowoomba’s ask for more details.
• Mooloolaba Beach fish and chip lunch best scones topped with jam and fresh cream. • Hamilton Island day trip
• Ginger Factory • Grand Central Floral Parade • Whitehaven Beach day trip Contact
• Return overnight train trip us to get a
• Queens Park and Lauren Bank Park
Deposit $250 due at the time of booking quote for
• Picnic Point and Japanese Gardens • Reef snorkelling one on one
support
• Cobb+Co Museum • Open air cinema
• Guided fish feeding
Currently taking expressions of interest.
Concession card and concession vouchers along
with deposit required to book the Tilt Train
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Fun
Holidays outside
GC600 & Gold Coast From Coast
of Queensland will be
reviewed based on travel
restrictions and health
Adventure to Coast advice at the time.
Excursions and group
activities are dependent
on social distancing
restrictions
GOLD COAST CARS AND COAST Sunshine Coast Adventure Explore Northern NSW
Nov - Dec
Oct - Nov
29 OCTOBER - 5 NOVEMBER 29 OCTOBER - 1 NOVEMBER
NOOSA BYRON BAY
7 Nights 3 Nights
17 - 19 NOVEMBER 10 – 13 DECEMBER
You can choose to do the GC600 for the weekend • Gold Coast 600 V8 Supercars
or stay for the whole week and explore the Gold 2 Nights 3 Nights
• Live entertainment
Coast, making this a 7 night adventure. If you This is the perfect two night getaway staying This adventure will take you to some of
• Pit Lane Walk
stick around you will get to do some amazing in Noosa. You will be spending time on a boat, the best parts of Northern NSW including
activities, go to a show and check out a theme • Trackside promotional teams
having a BBQ, fishing, shopping and relaxing. Australia’s biggest small-town, Mullumbimby,
park, plus you will get up close and personal • Exclusive merchandise Plus you will get to enjoy fish and chips on the and the coastal town of Lennox Head, home of
with the local wildlife. If the loud roar of high • Surfers Paradise Beach beach and visit Sea Life Aquarium. gorgeous Lake Ainsworth. Check out the view
performance V8 Supercars are not your thing of Byron Bay from the lighthouse, enjoy fish
• Sea Life Aquarium
PALM BEACH
then you can join us for the 4 night Gold Coast and chips on the beach, shop and people watch
Adventure and skip the race. • BBQ Pontoon Boat to your hearts content.
Currently taking expressions of interest 1 – 5 NOVEMBER • The Eumundi Markets
• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Deposit of $250 due at the time of booking
4 Nights • Cape Byron Lighthouse
Spots are limited – this trip will sell out
• Lake Ainsworth
• Warner Bros. Movie World
• Currumbin Wildlife
Sanctuary
• Outback Spectacular
• Canoeing
• Archery
• Kite building
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25 NDIS Registered Provider 07 3867 2518 | holidays@uccommunity.org.au | unitingcareqld.com.au/holidays 26...and Perth &
beyond Rottnest
Island
Future destinations
Adelaide
Fringe
Festival
Travelling
Disneyland
Norfolk beyond
Island
COVID-19
Just because we are
socially distancing doesn’t
The Ghan mean we have to feel
socially isolated.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed all of our lives. Please let us know if you or anyone you have come into
As much as we would love to get out there and start contact with has tested positive for COVID-19. Prior to
Japan travelling all over the globe, we have to be cautious
to ensure the safety of our travellers and our support
your holiday, if you are feeling unwell you are required
to advise us so that we can ensure all of our travellers
teams. We understand that you might want to make and support staff are not put at unnecessary risk. Keep
up for lost time so we assure you we adhere to the yourself safe and help us to prevent the spread of
Government Guidelines around social distancing on illness in the communities we visit.
our supported holidays.
Pictures in this brochure that show travellers standing
In 2021 we have a strong focus on local short stays, less than 1.5 metres apart were taken prior to
with some more exotic destinations included. All COVID-19.
holidays featured in this brochure are subject to
There may be additional holidays added later
availability and change; we will do our best to provide
on so be sure to check out the website for an
holidays on the dates listed but there may be cases
up-to -date list of supported small group
where we have to move or postpone holidays. If the
adventures: unitingcareqld.com.au/holidays
purpose of the holiday is to attend a festival or special
Newcastle event it will be subject to any restrictions around social
V8 Supercars gatherings based on the dates of the event.
27 NDIS Registered Provider 07 3867 2518 | holidays@uccommunity.org.au | unitingcareqld.com.au/holidays 28FAQ’s Bespoke program – the answer is always YES
6. Can you support me if I want to take
1. Can I choose to bring my own support?
YES, we can customise a holiday where you a holiday somewhere with my family or
friends?
bring your own support. We can also provide the
support for you as its your holiday, your way. Yes, if you are travelling with your family we
can support you in the destination. You don’t
2. Can you provide a support worker that can have to miss out on those important moments
drive me around on my holiday? with the people closest to you, whether you are
Yes, our support team can bring one of the vans attending a wedding or graduation we can be
from our fleet if you’re planning to travel locally there for you.
to the South East Queensland region. Can you provide me with a support worker that
has experience in supporting people with my
3. Can you help me develop an itinerary that
Supported small group adventures is accessible and suits my needs? unique requirements?
Yes, once we have an understanding if your Yes, our team have experience supporting
1. I have always wanted to travel, is Beyond 8. Will I have someone to help me with my people with a broad range of needs so once
Borders Travel going to be able to make that personal care requirements? needs we can design an itinerary to match you,
happen? it’s your holiday, your way. we understand your individual needs we can
Yes. We allocate rooms based on peoples develop a support plan tailored to suit you.
Yes. We offer a range of local short-stays for personal care needs. If you have high personal 4. Can you meet me at Brisbane airport if I
people who are travelling with us for the care needs we can also offer 1:1 support. want to visit this area? 7. What is the NDIS?
first time. The National Disability Insurance Scheme
9. Do I have to live in Brisbane? Yes, we can meet you and drive you to where
2. How do I get started? you need to go. We can help with booking (NDIS) is the new system through which
No, we have travellers who join our holidays people with disability can access support and
Contact us for details. We recommend one on accommodation, sightseeing any anything else
from all over Australia. Contact us for a custom government funding. It is designed to provide
one support for your first holiday. you want to experience.
quote from where you live. you with greater choice and control over the
3. What ratio of support can I expect from 5. Can you support me if I need to travel for supports you receive and who provides them.
10. Do I have to have a disability to go on a personal reasons?
Beyond Borders Travel? holiday with Beyond Borders?
Prices listed are based on a group support ratio Yes, whatever reason you are travelling, our
No, there are no eligibility criteria. We have
of 1:3 but 1:1 support is also available upon highly skilled team can support you.
travellers who work and live independently,
request. as well as people who are in aged care.
Your holiday
4. Will I meet other people on my trip? 11. Can I bring my assistance dog on my
Yes, our supported small group adventures holiday?
provide an opportunity for people to make new Yes. It may depend on the destination but we
friends. can make this work for you.
5. Can I choose to bring my own support?
Yes, you can bring either a support worker,
and friend or family member. Give us a call to
enquire about how we can do this.
12. Will you be able to cater to my dietary
requirements?
Yes, we cater to all dietary requirements and
food allergies. Healthy options are always
your way
encouraged and sugary drinks are avoided.
6. What if I want to go somewhere that you Nate’s goal is to achieve increased independence
don’t offer in your small group adventures? 13. Will you help with administering so, as a stand-up comedian himself, he went on a
We can create a customised one on one medication and help me prevent any allergic Comedy Cruise. As his first holiday with Beyond
reactions? Borders Nate decided to bring Alex from his team
itinerary for you so you can experience the
world beyond your borders. Yes, our support team are trained in to support him one on one and give him
administering Epipens, insulin and a varied the freedom to go at his own pace.
7. Can I come on a holiday if I have complex range of medications as well as peg feeding.
needs? After returning from the cruise Nate said he
Yes, we have people in our team that specialise Where prices are not listed in the brochure call would be comfortable leaving Alex at home next
in supporting people with a broad range of us to find out more details. Holidays fill up fast time and utilising our group support which shows
complex needs and we offer 1:1 support. so we encourage you to let us know if there are he has more confidence about travelling as a
any of interest to you so we can ensure you don’t result of his first holiday being a success.
miss out.
Image Credits: Tourism & Events Qld, Destination NSW, Visit Victoria, Tourism NT, Tourism Australia.
Refer to COVID-19 Disclaimer pg. 28 Disclaimer: All holidays are subject to availability. All Holidays are subject to minimum numbers excluding guaranteed departures
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