The Big Fat Hotel Wrap
It’s not Thursday without a Big Fat Hotel Wrap from your old pal Travel Weekly. Well, it would be, just not as good.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group celebrates Mother’s Day with dazzling dining deals
It’s a yearly tradition to take your Mum out for lunch or dinner on Mother’s Day which this year falls on Sunday 14th May. So let Pan Pacific Hotels Group craft that memorable family meal for you this year.
At Parkroyal Darling Harbour, Sydney, dine at the ABODE Bistro & Bar with a three course set menu for $70 per head for lunch, which includes a glass of sparkling, draught beer or house wine.
At Parkroyal Parramatta’s restaurant TABLE30 is known locally for their generous seafood buffet. Open from 12:30pm to 3:30pm adults are priced at $65 per head and kids $35 per head. All Mum’s receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival.
At Pan Pacific Perth, dine at the buffet for lunch of dinner at Montereys, or treat Mum with Sparkling High Tea in Origins Restaurant. For $65 per person you can savour a delicious buffet lunch or dinner in the famous restaurant, Montereys with dishes inspired by Pan Pacific’s Asian heritage. Price includes a complimentary glass of sparkling wine for all Mums on arrival.
First Light Mooloolaba opens on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast
The new First Light Mooloolaba holiday apartments has opened its doors in the heart of the Sunshine Coast’s popular holiday and aquatic playground. The property features 67 stylish 2-bedroom apartments as well as two luxurious 3-bedroom Skyhomes with uninterrupted ocean and Hinterland views from the Coral Sea out to the Glass House Mountains.
To celebrate the opening, First Light is offering a special opening deal of 20% discount off best available rate, available for stays till 30 June 2017. Two bedroom rates start from $220 per night (reduced from $275 with discount applied), based on a three night stay, subject to availability. Book via www.firstlightmooloolaba.com.au using the rate code FLOPEN.
Park Hotel Farrer Park Opens in May
Bookings are now open for the upscale Park Hotel Farrer Park, set to bring ‘modern comfort’ to one of Singapore’s most vibrant enclaves further enriching the neighbourhood of Farrer Park. It is the scene for many different sports and social gatherings while being a short train ride away from Singapore’s business, shopping, culture and entertainment districts, and walking distance to the City square mall and24-hour Mustafa Centre.
The 20-storey hotel, designed by award-winning RSP Architects and interior design agency FBEYE International, will feature 300 rooms across five categories – to suit both business and family travellers.
Park Hotel Farrer Park has also been rated BCA Green Mark Gold Plus by the Building & Construction Authority, in recognition of the hotel’s efforts to introduce sustainable strategies. Introductory rates starting at $199+ (SGD) per night are now available for bookings.
Tamanu Beach offers over NZ$600 in value with great new special
Cook Islands’ Tamanu Beach Resort, Aitutaki has announced a new year-round special offering over NZ$600 in value added extras per couple to encourage visitors to discover Aitutaki. The new deal also ties in with Air New Zealand’s direct services and special airfares from Sydney.
Based on minimum 6 nights stay the offer includes One FREE night | Return Airport Transfers in Aitutaki with flower Ei’s on Arrival & Departure | Tropical Breakfast daily for 2 adults | NZ$ 100 Food & Beverage Credit per room FREE 30 minutes massage for 2 adults | FREE Giant clam snorkeling tour off Honeymoon Island for 2 adults.
Announcing the new offer, Australian Marketing Representative, Richard Hankin, said “Aptly described as Casual Luxury, Tamanu Beach offers a perfect white sand beach sunset location to explore Aitutaki from. Our stay 6 pay 5 offer provides great value for clients visiting our stunning island”
The offer is valid for sales to 31 May 2017 with travel to 31 march 2018 and can be booked through your preferred Cook Islands wholesaler or specialist agent.
INTERCONTINENTAL FIJI GOLF RESORT & SPA RECOGNISED AS 2017 FIJI FAMILY FRIENDLY HOTEL OF THE YEAR
The InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa is delighted to be recognised as the 2017 Fiji Family Friendly Hotel of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide (LTG) Awards, highlighting the resorts position in offering exclusive luxury Fiji family holidays.
Launched in 2015 by the Luxury Travel Guide, an exclusive resource for affluent travellers, the LTG Awards recognise and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the affluent travel and tourism industry. The judging process is conducted by a team of experts who have searched the globe and travelled extensively in order to identify everything from the very best hotels, airlines and tour operators through to highlighting the most reputable transfer service companies.
InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa overlooks the azure waters of Natadola Beach – voted by CNN as one of the best beaches in the world, and Fiji’s finest beach. Spread across 35 acres of tropical gardens, the resort offers all of the facilities and services expected of luxury international resort.
May Day Celebrations With Aloha Lei Day Festivities And The Longest Lei Exchange At The Westin Maui Resort & Spa
May 1st is also known as Lei Day, a statewide cultural celebration in Hawaii. At The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, May Day festivities will include the Longest Lei Exchange in Ka‘anapali as a unique experience and attempt to set a record, with 500+ persons targeted to be in attendance. Known as the spirit of Aloha, the lei exchange by two persons symbolizes the love, respect and friendship shared between them – whether they are family members, couples or friends.
Pamakane Lopes of Ocean Dreamer Florals has designed nine special leis that highlight the diversity of Maui’s scenic settings and experiences featuring locations such as Haleakala, Kula, Hana, Paia, Iao Valley, Makawao, Ulupalakua, Honolua Bay and Ka‘anapali. Images of the leis will be unveiled one per day via the resort’s FB & Instagram @TheWestinMaui beginning on Aloha Friday, April 21.
Recognizing the importance of preserving Hawaiian culture, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is also committing $2,500.00 to support a Hawaiian language immersion school.
THE NEW SANYA EDITION RESORT OPENS IN CHINA
Hotel visionary, Ian Schrager, expands his global influence with the opening of his first hotel in China. The Sanya EDITION, a spectacular oceanfront destination on Hainan Island, just off the coast of Southern China, is the latest addition to EDITION hotels, the brand Ian Schrager conceived in a partnership with Marriott International. EDITION redefines the codes of traditional luxury by balancing sophisticated design and personalized, attentive service with one-of-a-kind food, beverage and entertainment offerings reflecting the best of the cultural and social milieu of each location.
The property highlights a balance of contrasts, where traditional elements meet contemporary culture, simplicity conveys sophistication, and modern design amplifies the natural beauty. In keeping with EDITION’s customized, individual approach, The Sanya EDITION draws inspiration from local influences, remaining respectful of Hainan Island’s rich cultural heritage, yet infuses each space with surprising, ultra-modern twists.
The Sanya EDITION comprises 512 residential-style guestrooms, including 46 suites, and an additional 17 exclusive hotel villas nestled into a terraced hillside, each one with a private pool and private outdoor space.
MANTRA GROUP PARTNERS WITH GLOBALLY-CELEBRATED SUDIRMAN CUP
Mantra Group has partnered with the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to become the Official Accommodation Partner for the 2017 Total BWF Sudirman Cup, the world mixed badminton team championships, held on the Gold Coast from 21 to 28 May, 2017.
Two of the Group’s popular Surfers Paradise properties, Mantra on View Hotel (pictured) and Mantra Towers of Chevron, will transform into event hubs for the many athletes, teams and event officials staying there.
The Cup will be held at the newly constructed Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre in Carrara – the official 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Badminton precinct. Badminton Australia Board Member and Tournament Director Loke-Poh Wong said it’s the first time a world badminton championship of this scale has been awarded to the Oceania region.
Design Hotels Sydney Exchange Review
Design Hotels represents and markets a curated selection of 300 independent hotels in over 50 countries across the globe. More than a collection of hotels, the company is a collection of stories. Each property reflects the ideas of a visionary hotelier, an “Original,” someone with a passion for genuine hospitality, cultural authenticity, thought-provoking design and architecture.
Each “Original” stands for the individual, aesthetic and service-driven experience that his or her hotel provides. Founded by Claus Sendlinger in 1993, Design Hotels™ offers its members insightful travel industry knowledge, from market trend consultancy to international sales representation. The company has its headquarters in Berlin and branches in London, Barcelona, New York and Singapore.
New Luxury Beachfront Resort for Koh Samui
SALA Hospitality Group has announced its third SALA resort in Thailand with the unveiling of SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort and Spa on Koh Samui.
The world-renowned SALA brand touchpoints are evident in the chic, minimalist design of the 135-room resort which effortlessly blends privacy, personal space and serene tropical surroundings offered to guest’s courtesy of a 120-metre white sand beachfront location.
SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort and Spa is scheduled to launch in two phases, starting in November 2017 with the opening of the Beach Wing comprising 52 pool villas and suites.
The second phase, called the Garden Wing, will be completed 12 months later in 2018 and will comprise 83 rooms, pool villas and pool suites, as well as the SALA Spa and SALA Gym, a garden swimming pool, an open-air show kitchen experience – The Grillerz Restaurant and Bar – and an inviting Garden Pool Bar.
MANTRA GROUP RELEASES COMMONWEALTH GAMES ACCOMMODATION DEALS
To celebrate ticket requests for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games opening on Monday (24 April), Mantra Group is offering a 10 percent discount on a selection of Gold Coast accommodation for the Games, such as:
Breafree Longbeach, Surfers Paradise: $305* per night in a One Bedroom Apartment (minimum three night stay – total cost $915*) including car parking. Use promo code: BFGAMES10 to receive a 10% discount.
Mantra Sun City, Surfers Paradise: From $340* per night (minimum three night stay – total cost $1,020*) including full breakfast daily. Use promo code: MANGAMES10 to receive a 10% discount.
Peppers Soul, Surfers Paradise: Two Bedroom Ocean View Apartments from $1,207* per night (minimum three night stay – total cost $3,621*) including onsite car parking, use promo code: PEPGAMES10 to receive a 10% discount.
Mantra Broadbeach on the Park, Broadbeach: From $445* per night in a One Bedroom Apartment (minimum three night stay – total cost $1,335*) including car parking. Use promo code: MANGAMES10 to receive a 10% discount.
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