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MV Jasmine put on a highly enjoyable media junket last Friday. Some of the ever cynical Echo editorial and ever helpful advertising crew lapped it up. We enjoyed excellent canapes and killer cocktails on our exploration of the truly beautiful Brunswick River almost up to Mullumbimby.

The MV Jasmine has launched style and sophistication on the Brunswick River this week and is the first luxury floating venue in the Byron region. 

MV Jasmine. Photo Jeff Dawson

From a brunch river cruise to delicious dining to cocktails, there is a chance for everyone to enjoy the delights of floating down the Brunswick River at various times of day. 

For a family-friendly experience, delicious coffee and freshly baked Bread Social pastries the brunch cruise is definitely the time to go. If you are looking for a special sunset experience then there are the long lunch and dining experiences with curated menus from celebrated caterer Maria’s, augmented by specialty rotating kitchens for select events.

MV Jasmine put on a highly enjoyable media junket last Friday enjoying select DJ tunes.

The Mediterranean-inspired on-river dining experience with a selection of in-house and guest DJ’s, world-class cocktails is definitely an experience worth having. With the backdrop of the Brunswick River you can enjoy having fun with friends and family or just take a quiet moment to watch the beauty of the riverscape as you head towards Mullumbimby and back.

Mine Host, Brian, aboard, MV Jasmine put on a highly enjoyable media junket last Friday. Photo Jeff Dawson.

If you have a special event coming up then it is definitely worth looking into a charter with the MV Jasmine which has up to 70-person capacity as well as specialty menus available. 

Owners Helen Caruana and Captain Dean Fox of Out Of The Blue Adventures bought the MV Jasmine when it was the Brunswick River Eco Tours and ran it for a season before taking the boat out of the water for two year to turn it into the custom-built, 18‑metre, two‑level luxury vessel they have launched.

Find out about the best way for you to enjoy what the MV Jasmine has to offer at: https://www.mvjasmine.com.



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