At the ripe old age of 176 years, Jonathan (a giant tortoise on the island of St Helena) is currently the world's oldest living animal. What's the secret behind old Johnny boy's longevity? The fact that he always took regular holidays with his tortoise family!

Take a leaf out of our shelled-friend's book and spend five nights with your family at the award-winning Turtle Beach Resort. Centrally located only 300 metres from Mermaid Beach, this premier, 4.5 star resort provides easy access for all the best attractions on the Gold Coast.

Tailor today's Deal to the size of your family. Stay in a one bedroom apartment, suitable for three guests for just $499 (normally $874) or a two bedroom apartment, suitable for four guests for just $599 (normally $1,120).

Turtle Beach is decked out with plenty of things for the family to do including four swimming pools, adults only retreat, floodlit tennis courts and nine BBQ areas. Kids will love 'Putt'n Around', the 18 hole themed putt putt course, two children's playgrounds and games room.

Be sure to take advantage of 'Club Turtle' which is perfect for kids aged 4 to 12 years, offering pre-arranged activities including creative art and craft sessions, big screen Wii interactive games, an Xbox as well as party theme nights with Disco and Movies screenings.

Stay active with a game of tennis for up to four people with court and equipment hire included. Take your time on your last morning with a leisurely late checkout of 11am.

Today’s Deal also includes some amazing discounts on local attractions, activities and transport:

• Purchase one Walkin On Water Surfing Lesson at Coolangatta Beach and receive the second lesson at no extra cost.
• Purchase one adult entry to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and receive the second one at no extra cost.
• Purchase one adult Con-X-ion return airport transfer from Coolangatta and receive the second one at no extra cost OR purchase one adult Con-X-ion return airport transfer from Brisbane and get the second one half price.

Please note: Airport transfers must be arranged when booking this Deal.

Turtle Beach Resort is 4.5 star Gold Coast family resort set in a sub-tropical oasis, located at Mermaid Beach. It’s premier accommodation and facilities provides fun and entertainment for the whole family. Over the past few years, Turtle Beach Resort has won state and nationwide awards including: Top 4-Star and over Resort and Top 10 Family Resorts in Australia – Holidays with Kids; Deluxe Accommodation finalist – Tourism Australia Awards; Deluxe Accommodation winner – Tourism QLD Awards.