22 May 2023
M.Y SEA RAES EMBARKS ON ITS FIRST VOYAGE TO THE GOLD COAST AS IT LAUNCHES LUXURY WINTER ESCAPES
For immediate release: 18 May 2023. From June 2023, luxury superyacht M.Y. Sea Raes will arrive in Queensland for the very first time, where it will be stationed during the winter months. Based on the Gold Coast from June - July 2023 and October - November 2023 and in the Whitsundays for August - September 2023, the elegant, state-of-the-art yacht is available for luxurious day and overnight experiences, with a series of curated packages that promise an unparalleled stay on the glistening coastline.
Sea Raes is the ultimate in relaxed luxury, an elevated European yacht escape with a unique Australian sensibility. An extension of Australia's iconic Byron Bay hotel Raes on Wategos, Sea Raes gives guests that chance to cruise by day and enjoy menus by award-winning Raes chef Jason Saxby, or book longer charters to explore the stunning Australian coastline. With accommodation for up to eight guests and an expansive 95ft deck, the full-crew floating retreat offers a stylish getaway on the water.
A spacious tri-deck design, Sea Raes flawlessly delivers an array of outdoor entertaining options. Imbued with designer Tamsin Johnson's signature minimalism, Sea Raes' chic interiors and bespoke service are a seamless extension of the Raes on Wategos seaside lifestyle. Tailored for both charter and day guests, the seasonal, produce-driven menus by Jason Saxby feature sustainable, native ingredients and highlight Raes signature dishes such as Bay Lobster alla Catalana, Raes Signature Oysters with finger-lime and lemon myrtle vinegar, Queensland scallop with XO pangritata and sweet treats such as the Raes tiramisu and coconut semifreddo with macadamia crumb. Sea Raes day charters can accommodate up to 30 guests, with options for seated dinners for up to twelve guests, or canapés for larger groups.
Bookings for luxury winter getaways aboard Sea Raes are now open, and reservations booked in advance are strongly recommended. For further information regarding day packages and luxury charters aboard M.Y. Sea Raes, please visit searaes.com.au or contact the Guest Service Team directly: contact@searaes.com.au
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Kim Veverka-Bray
BLACK Communications
E: kim@blackcommunications.com.au
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Or
Jessica Fornito
Head of Marketing, Raes
T: +61 432 298 244
About Raes on Wategos
Just steps from one of Australia's most famous beaches, Raes on Wategos is a boutique hotel that is the essence of Byron Bay style. A place where luxury is personal, Raes offers residential-style accommodation, a stunning restaurant, relaxed bar and stylish spa. The ultimate beachfront escape.
About Raes
Raes is Australia's most iconic and revered hotel and hospitality brand - a name synonymous with Byron Bay's unique coastal style. With a portfolio that includes Raes on Wategos, Raes Dining Room, Raes Cellar Bar, elegant super yacht, Sea Raes, and the newly announced The Bonobo by Raes, the group has built a global reputation for its unparalleled style and uniquely Australian approach to high-end travel experiences. Owned and operated by the Catalano family, Raes is a luxury hospitality company with a clear vision to deliver hotel, culinary, wellness and travel experiences that embody the essence of Byron Bay's internationally acclaimed take on relaxed luxury. Raes collaborates with the best designers, suppliers, hospitality talent and creatives to curate experiences that are exceptional, distinctive and anchored by a sense of place. A belief in the power of boutique luxury informs everything that Raes does, as does a commitment to local, sustainable sourcing and operations.
