Phillip Island is nearer than you think, just a 90-minute drive from Melbourne. It boasts breathtaking beauty wrapped up in a rugged coastline and a friendly, out of town ambience.

Single out a best-fit venue from resorts and conference centres, beachside apartments, cosy B&Bs and budget group accommodation. Get down to business, learning, launching or brainstorming – once theworks done, the incentives on offer here are mind boggling.

You can find a beach for every pursuit here, from a tranquil bay swim to a surfing lesson, sneaky snorkel, kayak or stand up paddle board. The island’s wildlife is the stuff of legends – the unmissable Little Penguin Parade at dusk, koalas lazing away afternoons, and pelicans swooping in for a feed.

Board a high-speed EcoBoat tour to see fur seals frolicking in the waves or charter a 120 person catamaran for a leisurely cruise. Experience a conservation activity with the rangers of the Nature Parks.