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Thursday, 10 February 2011

ROMANCE IS NEVER OUT OF FASHION

Love, lust or just plain desire let Palazzo Versace create a seductive Valentine's Day with our V Package. Woo your sweet someone with luxurious accommodation, a bountiful buffet breakfast, delicate long stem red rose and two midnight black 100% Egyptian cotton Palazzo Versace bathrobes to take home.

V Package from $595* for two

Limited time only. To make your booking click here or call 07 5509 8000.

*Rate subject to availability. V Package available from 11 until 21 February 2011. Based on twin share.

Wednesday, 9 February 2011

Royal on the Park... Not only Open for Business but Thriving!


Pre and Post Flood Snapshot - Promoting Conferences Post-Flood

Through the devastation of the recent few weeks in Queensland, Royal on the Park Brisbane is excited to confirm it is moving from strength to strength. A resurgence in the market place, fuelled by a multi million dollar refurbish of the 145 Deluxe Rooms, Lobby, Lounge Bar and Walnut Restaurant has seen a substantial increase in confirmed business for the hotel.

With a well established 42 year history in the CBD Brisbane conferencing market in, Royal on the Park's strength has always been the location and versatility in the configurations of their rooms. Blessed with the spaciousness of a 1960's construction the Hotel occupies an entire City block. But post floods it has been the stigma of being simply "open for business" that has seen a significant shift in enquiries - a trend felt throughout the industry.

Helen Russo, Conference and Event Manager said "Post-flood the market has been more competitive, as we've seen a decrease in the amount of business we're quoting. We've been trying to get the message out there loud and clear that despite close to $500k worth of damage from the floods, we were only out of action for 3 days - total - and that we're fully back on deck and ready for business".

Royal on the Park is offering a March Madness incentive of FREE data projector hire, FREE fresh fruit bowl on arrival (over 80 pax). Rates for the Royal Day Delegate package start form $67 per person. Arrival tea & coffee, Morning tea, Lunch - buffet or working lunch, Afternoon tea, Basic AV and room hire.

www.royalonthepark.com.au

Spend Your Five Day Easter Weekend on Fraser Island


Eager Easter Early Birds can save 30% off Kingfisher Bay Resort's published rates on April Easter breaks if they book prior to February 20.

Hotel Resort accommodation on World Heritage-listed Fraser Island is on sale for $149 per room, per night twin or $199.50 for a two-bedroom villa, per night (sleeps 4).

The offer is valid from April 16 to 26 and early birds must book by February 20. Visit kingfisherbay.com and quote 'easter11'.

*Conditions apply. Subject to availability, minimum four night stay.

FRASER ISLAND ACCESS
Access to Kingfisher Bay Resort and Fraser Island is hassle-free. Virgin Blue operates direct jet services daily from Sydney, with other major city connections. QantasLink also operates daily from Brisbane to the Fraser Coast.

Fraser Island barges operate daily from Rainbow Beach and Hervey Bay. Visit www.fraserislandbarges.com.au

To everyone that has supported the Premier's Flood Appeal, we commend you and we also encourage you to come and holiday in Queensland and help local businesses get back on their feet.

TAKE A SPLASH IN PARADISE WITH AIR TAHITI NUI'S SUMMER SALE!


The month of February marks the end of our Australian summer, but don't let it end here when you could be soaking up the rays in Tahiti!

Air Tahiti Nui has just released a "Splashy Summer Sale" with Economy Class airfares to Tahiti, starting from only AUD$1132 per person ex Sydney including taxes.

Available for purchase until 28 February 2011, this special fare will allow you to experience not only Air Tahiti Nui's award-winning Tahitian hospitality, but also the warmth, colours and unparalleled beauty of Tahiti, the minute you step aboard.

"Forget everything you know about island holidays – sun, sand, surf…same. Tahiti and her islands are a lagoon destination and that's a whole different world" said Mark Hutchinson, General Manager New Zealand and Australia for Air Tahiti Nui.

"Our affordable summer sale fares would make the perfect gift for you and your Valentine," Mr Hutchinson said.

Air Tahiti Nui is also giving a lucky couple the chance to win a dreamy Valentine's Day gift, a romantic trip for two to Tahiti, complete with airfares, seven nights' accommodation, transfers and many extras!  

Enter the "Be My Valentine" competition through the Air Tahiti Nui- Australia Facebook page by 13 February to go into the draw! 

To book a "Splashy Summer Sale" fare call reservations on 1300 732 415, see your preferred travel agent, or for more information about Air Tahiti Nui visit www.airtahitinui.com.au

Air Tahiti Nui offers two weekly services from Sydney to Papeete, in stunning French Polynesia, via Auckland, New Zealand.

Tuesday, 8 February 2011

Embrace the Romantic Vibe this V-day


Old fashioned romance trumps this Valentine's Day @ Vibe Hotels with the Romantic Vibe package. A cheeky sleep-in at a swanky hotel coupled with indulgence in wine and chocolate are always guaranteed to satisfy.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Vibe Hotels have created the 'Romantic Vibe' package.

Old fashioned romance never goes out of style. From just $175*, treat your sweetheart to:

• An overnight stay in a guest room
• Two bottles of wine
• A box of Lindt chocolates
• Late check out at noon

There are seven Vibe Hotels located across Sydney, Melbourne, the Gold Coast and Darwin.

For more information about Vibe Hotels or to book, visit: vibehotels.com.au or call 13 VIBE (8423).

*Subject to availability and excludes peak periods. One gift pack per stay. Starting price only. Rates vary per hotel and price is per night, per room.

About Vibe Hotels
Hotels with personality
In concept and performance, Vibe Hotels are dynamic and individual. Each Vibe Hotel is an original expression of the city village in which it is located. Vibe Hotels offer a fresh alternative to traditional hotels; cosmopolitan culture at great value. Every aspect of Vibe Hotels represents a great lifestyle. The rooms are stylish, the food is delicious and the mood is vibe-rant. Vibe Hotels are always part of their local environment, allowing guests to experience and absorb the essence of their destination. There are seven Vibe Hotels located across Sydney, Melbourne, the Gold Coast and Darwin. For more information about Vibe Hotels or to book, visit: vibehotels.com.au or call 13 VIBE (8423).

About Toga Hospitality
Toga Hospitality is one of the largest accommodation providers in Australia and currently operates 51 strategically located apartment hotels and hotels in Australia, New Zealand and Europe:
• Adina Apartment Hotels in seven locations (Australia and Europe)
• Medina Apartment Hotels in 21 locations (Australia)
• Vibe Hotels in seven locations (Australia)
• Travelodge Hotels in 16 locations (Australia and New Zealand)
That equates to over 6,000 apartments and hotel rooms which vary in price, location and design in order to meet a range of different accommodation needs. For more information about Toga Hospitality, visit: www.togahotels.com.au

Last Minute Asian Cruise 65% Off!


5 STAR 14 night package from $3109.00 sailing on board Azamara Quest.

CRUISE specialists, ecruising.travel have just discounted cabins on their 14-night Chinese Shadows cruise holiday aboard Azamara's Quest ship with around 65 per cent discount off this package if you book by March 15.

Departing on March 17 from Australia you will have one night at Shanghai's Peninsula Hotel before boarding Quest and cruising around China. You will continue to South Korea before arriving at Hong Kong.

Now priced from $3109 per person twin share, this package includes return economy airfares from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide with Singapore Airlines and air taxes, one night accommodation in Shanghai at the Peninsula with breakfast, 12 nights cruise accommodation with all meals, beverages with lunch and dinner, entertainment and a range of services and facilities, one post night at the Marco Polo Hong Kong hotel with a Hong Kong peak tram pass.

For more information on the ship and itinerary contact ecruising.travel on 1300 369 848 or check-out www.ecruising.travel

Experience an Extraordinary Valentines in the West


Love birds around the country should look to the many extraordinary offerings available in Western Australia as preparations begin for Valentine's Day 2011.

As February 14 rapidly approaches, so too does the scramble for the best vantage point, best restaurant table and unique ideas to win over one's lover.

For a truly sultry and romantic break, look north to the exotic pearling town of Broome. Easily accessible from Perth, Sydney and Melbourne by plane, Broome's red dirt will surely get hearts racing as will the stunning sunsets which embrace Cable Beach every night. Seashells Broome is offering one bedroom spa apartments with chocolates and sparkling wine for $99 a night, which is valid from February 11 and 15.

If your love is more inclined to enjoy a mediterranean climate, WA's capital city Perth is the ultimate destination. The city's vibrant atmosphere and amazing natural environment are some of the attributes which made Economist Magazine rate Perth of one of the world's top ten most livable cities. Pack a picnic and watch a stunning sunset over the Indian Ocean or catch a movie under the stars at one of Perth's many outdoor cinemas. Or, if you're an indoors type, head to one of the cities' diverse restaurants or hip bars, sit back, and indulge. Single? Head to one of Perth's hippest inner-city bars, 1907. The cocktail bar is hosting a cocktail degustation evening for single hopefuls and rest assured there will be an even match of girls and guys!

Drive around three hours south of Perth and you will reach the famed South West region, well-known for its food, wine, tall timber forests, pristine beaches and boutique accommodation. Towns such as Dunsborough, Yallingup, Margaret River, Albany, Denmark and Pemberton all offer amazing locations, picturesque views, romantic accommodation and top quality food and wine to provide the perfect Valentines package.

Feel like a frolic in the sun? Head north to Australia's Coral Coast where the wonders of Cervantes, Jurien Bay, Geraldton, Kalbarri, Shark Bay, Coral Bay, Exmouth and Carnarvon await. The recently completed Indian Ocean Drive offers motorists a more scenic and direct coastal route to the region with views of native bush lands and the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean. Pack the car, not forgetting a collection of "your" songs and enjoy the delights of these pretty coastal towns.

Finally, if you want to strike Valentines gold with your loved one, head to the Golden Outback. Mix with the colourful characters at the many pubs, nightclubs, café and restaurants in Kalgoorlie, or for an awe-inspiring journey, head to Antony Gormey's Inside Australia exhibition at Lake Ballard.

Here's a top ten of the most romantic experiences available in WA:

•Toast each other and an extraordinary sunset at one of WA's many amazing beaches - around Perth, Cottesloe is iconic, and in the regions Broome's Cable Beach is unforgettable and Esperance's Lucky Bay is remarkable.

•Indulge in a degustation menu at one of WA's many world-class restaurants or get to know each other better over a cocktail in one of Perth's small bars.

•Lock yourselves away in one of the South West's many boutique accommodation providers and experience luxury like you've never experienced before.

•Hit the road with a collection of "your" favourite songs and soak up WA's unique landscape, feel the wind in your hair and unwind at one of many beaches along the way.

•Escape day to day life and experience total seclusion at Faraway Bay - a place so remote you won't find it on any map.

•Show how much your lover means to you by presenting him or her with a WA treasure - a Broome pearl, a Kimberley diamond or a piece of Kalgoorlie gold.

•Let your hair down and party with Kalgoorlie's colourful characters.

•Reach new heights at Walpole's Tree Top Walk.

•Pack a picnic and admire Perth's skyline and the Swan River from Kings Park.

•Camp under the stars and get close to each other and nature at one of hundreds of camping grounds in WA's private and national parks.

Visit www.westernaustralia.com for more.

FOUR ROMANTIC NIGHTS IN PARADISE WITH SOFITEL FIJI RESORT & SPA

Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa and Travelscene Holidays have teamed to launch a four-night package perfect for a romantic escape to the Pacific Islands.

The package includes return economy airfares with Air Pacific to Nadi, four nights accommodation at the Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa and all pre-payable taxes. The offer also includes an exclusive his and hers PURE FIJI gift and a Champagne breakfast for two daily.

A Parisian tinged paradise in the heart of the Pacific, Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa reveals it French heritage with sophisticated service and décor, yet is authentic Fiji at every turn given its relaxed beachfront locale, lush gardens and local artworks.

Whether dining at Sofitel’s French infused fine dining restaurant ‘V’, casual dining at award winning open air restaurant ‘Salt’ or relishing in the romance of a secluded beach picnic, this is one resort that captures guests’ imagination. Guest rooms offer lovers indulgent modern creature comforts and the chance to sink into Sofitel’s comfortable beds in the privacy of their room, while selected suites offer private balcony based Jacuzzis to enjoy the tropical outdoors without leaving their room. Choose between 296 rooms and suites, each facing the ocean and featuring private terraces or balconies to make the most of Fiji’s tropical surrounds.

A gorgeous Mandara Day Spa is open daily between 10am to 7pm to relax in the spirit of Fiji, while Sofitel’s cleverly designed lagoon style pool is also perfect for ‘just married’ couples, with an exclusive adults-only deep end designed ensuring added privacy. Other facilities include a stunning lagoon style pool complete with an ‘adults only’ deep end and secluded spa, waterslide and shallow pool for children, the Turtle Club for guests with children and adventure operator Adrenalin offering Fiji’s most extensive range of tailored watersports.

The offer is priced from AUD$1,009 ex Brisbane; AUD$1,019 ex Sydney; and from AUD$1,135 ex Melbourne (per person twin share). Travel dates are from now until the 31st of March 2011. The offer is available for sale until the 25th of February 2011.

Travel agents can contact Travelscene Holidays on 1300 793 266 to book. For more about the Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa visit www.sofitelfiji.com.fj

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Discover A|Club at Sofitel, the new worldwide Accor loyalty program on www.a-club.com

Choo Choo Choose Me from $71*


Travelodge Hotels
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Love is in the air! Travelodge is celebrating Valentine's Day all month long with hot deals in Melbourne and Sydney.

Plus check out the original idea's we've found so you can spoil your nearest and dearest including sweet treats and cool events to enjoy together.

Happy (and romantic) travels from Travelodge!


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Love Sweet Love at Krispy Kreme!
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This Valentine's Day, surprise your sweetheart with a Cupids Sweet Kiss pack from Krispy Kreme!

Cupids Sweet Kiss packs includes two signature Original Glazed doughnuts, two Cupids Kiss doughnuts, and a single long stemmed red rose from Roses Only.

The limited edition Valentine's Day delights are only available by pre ordering online by 9th February for in store collection or delivery on Valentine's Day.

Get in quick!
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Travelodge Docklands
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At Travelodge Docklands, you'll be in prime position to explore Melbourne's latest hot spot - the Docklands waterfront! This month in Melbourne don't miss the St Kilda festival, the largest free music festival to hit Aussie shores,6th-13th February, 2011.

Travelodge Docklands from AU$78*
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Travelodge Wynyard
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Travelodge Wynyard is ideally located in the centre of Sydney. Sleep over after critiquing the next generation of Aussie filmmakers at Tropfest - the world's largest short film festival. It's happening in the Domain 20th February, 2011. While you're in town don't miss a visit to the Opera House, the Rocks and Darling Harbour.

Travelodge Wynyard from AU$144*
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Travelodge Bankstown
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Located within Bankstown's Sports Conference and Event Centre, Travelodge Bankstown guests have access to all six of the club's unique dining choices, entertainment and conference facilities. Why not make a weekend of it and catch one of the great shows at the club!

Travelodge Bankstown from AU$147*
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*Advanced purchase restrictions or minimum night stays may apply, rates are subject to availability & exclude peak periods

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Experience the Sounds of Summer in NZ
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Travelodge Palmerston North
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Enjoy a relaxing break in a beautiful heritage-listed hotel. You'll be perfectly positioned to enjoy the Sounds of Summer free lunchtime concerts in the Square of Palmerston North, happening from February 4th - March 11th, 2011. There's also great cafes, shops, art galleries and theatres all within walking distance.

Travelodge Palmerston North from NZ$71*
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Travelodge Choose-days - the choice is yours!
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At Travelodge, we love our guests. So, we created Travelodge Choose-days. Don't forget that when you book online on a Tuesday (for stays on any day of the week), you're guaranteed a great rate AND you get to choose a bonus gift at check-in!

Choose from one of these great offers:

Hoyts buy one get one free movie voucher**
Krispy Kreme voucher**
Buy one get one free breakfast voucher*
Late check-out of 12noon*
Free parking*

Book your Travelodge Choose-day package today
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*Bonus gifts are subject to availability on check-in and options will vary at each Travelodge Hotel. One bonus gift per stay.

**Not available at New Zealand hotels.

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Monday, 7 February 2011

Moorea Made Easier for Australians

Moorea Made Easier for Australians 

Australian travellers now have another reason to visit Tahiti's sister island of Moorea during 2011, with Tahiti Tourisme's Moorea Madness discount card offering visitors savings of up to 15 per cent on a variety of holiday experiences.  

Valid for all of this year, the Moorea Madness card offers discounts on transport, tours, restaurants, spa treatments and shopping, making it easier for Australians to experience the magic of Moorea. 

Moorea Madness discounts include: 
  • Up to 15 per cent off Moana Lagoon excursions, 4WD Safari excursions, Circle Island Tours visiting the famous Belvedere lookout and All-terrain Fun Tours with Albert Rent-A-Car
  • Up to 10 per cent off traditional Tahitian spa treatments at the stunning Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa, Moorea Pearl Resort and Spa and Helene Spa
  • Up to 20 per cent off car rentals with Avis Car Rental, Europcar, and Albert Rent-A-Car and 10 per cent savings on scooter and bike rentals with Moorea Fun-Bike
  • A 5 per cent saving on jewelry at Tahia Collins Pearl Shop, and
  • Up to 10 per cent off meals at some of Moorea's best restaurants, including Restaurant La Plantation, Motu Iti, Legends Gourmet at Legends Resort Moorea and Pure restaurant at the Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort.

Discounts apply to direct bookings only and conditions apply. Moorea Madness discount cards are available from Tahiti Tourisme on 1300 655 563 or your nearest registered travel agent.  

Australians visiting Moorea should also grab a copy from their travel agent of the 2011 Tahiti For Australians guide, packed with updated information on weather, prices, time differences, what to pack, events, food, and even some language tips. 

For more information on Tahiti and her islands follow Tahiti Tourisme on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TahitiTourismAU and Twitter www.twitter.com/TahitiTourismAU or visit www.tahitinow.com.au.  

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