Celebrate the finest Australian Beef and Shellfish over six-mouth-watering courses, paired with delicious cocktails and premium Vasse Felix wines on Captain Cook Cruises PADDOCK & CLAW Gold Lunch cruise, departing Friday 20 March 2020.

Held onboard flagship vessel, MV Sydney 2000, and set to the spectacular backdrop of Sydney Harbour, Captain Cook Cruises has partnered with Margaret River's founding wine estate, Vasse Felix and M&G Seafood to create an exquisite six-course food and wine menu.

Established in 1967 by regional pioneer Dr Tom Cullity, Vasse Felix has expanded its vineyards over the decades to include four distinct and exceptional sites around the Margaret River region. Each vineyard is matched to the best possible varieties and clones and farmed sustainably using traditional and organic practices. With a Cellar Door renowned worldwide, Vasse Felix wines reflect the varietal strengths of the Margaret River with a focus on Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon blends.

On the PADDOCK & CLAW Gold Lunch cruise, Stuart Barlow, from Vasse Felix will share the secret of the company's success and educate guests on each wine being served.

The indulgent PADDOCK & CLAW lunch menu features canapes of Wagyu beef and lobster roulade mini bites, a Crab and mango tower with avocado for appetiser, an Australian seafood plate of prawns, bugs and crab for entrée, an Intermezzo Champagne sorbet, a main course of Prime beef cut with roast vegetables and for dessert Malibu coconut slice.

The six courses are teamed for the first time with a selection of seven Vasse Felix wines. Vasse Felix wines include Sauvignon Blanc Semillon and Filius Chardonnay (side by side), Sauvignon Blanc Semillon and Chardonnay (side by side), Filius Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Sauvignon (side by side) and Cane Cut Semillon served with dessert.

Captain Cook Cruises are operating ten Gold Lunches throughout 2020. Each cruise is themed with a different cuisine, but all showcase Australia's finest food and wine producers. Remaining 2020 Gold Lunch cruises include AQUA FIZZ departing Sunday 05 April and 13 September and Thursday 3 December, CUT ABOVE departing Friday 1 May and 16 October, VINO BOTTE departing Sunday 28 June and 15 November and PADDOCK & CLAW departing 7 August.

The PADDOCK & CLAW Gold Lunch cruise departs 12 noon from King St Wharf No.1. An online special of only $129 per person is available at www.captaincook.com.au, normally $169 per person.

For further information, bookings and menus visit: https://www.captaincook.com.au/sydney-harbour-cruises/lunch-cruises/gold-lunch-series/

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About SeaLink Travel Group

SeaLink Travel Group is one of Australia's most dynamic travel companies, bringing the nation's best tourism and transport experiences to the world. With more than 1,600 passionate staff across the country, we deliver fantastic service to more than eight million customers annually. 

With a vessel fleet of 77 and a coach fleet of more than 60 vehicles, our Adelaide-based company has undergone a remarkable period of growth, emerging as a significant player on the national tourism and transport scene.

At SeaLink we believe travel is about connecting people, sharing experiences and creating brilliant memories.  Our operations extend across New South Wales, Queensland, the Northern Territory, Western Australia, Tasmania and South Australia, including:

• Cruises, ferry and charter services on Sydney Harbour, Swan River in WA and on the Murray River in SA
• Passenger, vehicle and freight ferry services between Kangaroo Island and the South Australian mainland
• Resort accommodation, restaurants, touring and ferry services on Fraser Island, Queensland
• Day tours, extended touring and charter operations on Kangaroo Island and on the South Australia mainland
• Passenger ferry services in Townsville, Queensland, Darwin, Northern Territory and Perth, Western Australia
• Lunch and dinner cruises in Perth, Western Australia and on Sydney Harbour
• Ferry and barging services in south-east Queensland and Gladstone in Queensland
• Exclusive 4WD foreign language adventure-based tours
• Retail travel agencies in Adelaide and Townsville
• Tour wholesaling to the travel trade
• Adventure, accommodation and restaurant at Vivonne Bay, Kangaroo Island

SeaLink successfully listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in October 2013 (ASX:SLK).