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Wollongong Hotel Awarded as Best Apartment Property
Horizons widened further for the Best Western Wollongong (Wollongong, NSW) recently when the property was awarded as Best Apartment Style Property in the Best Western Awards for Excellence.
The Best Western Wollongong is a new-build 54-room property opened in April 2008. All rooms are specifically designed to maximise light and space and each one features a kitchen, large lounge area and a private balcony - many with views across the city to the Wollongong coast line.
The property, located only 500 metres from Wollongong CBD, also features a breakfast room / cafe and a meeting room - making it the perfect business venue.
While the Victorian bushfires have now subsided, some memories still remain. To help the healing, the Best Western Lufra Hotel (Eaglehawk Neck, TAS) is offering 50% off all accommodation to give all bushfire survivors and emergency personnel a holiday in what has been described as the 'hotel with the best view in the world.'
The property has a fully-licensed restaurant on site, a heated pool and spa. And, while located in a secluded, pristine location, the property is just a short drive from Port Arthur Historic site and many of Tasmania's most famous tourist attractions.
The Best Western Brooklands of Mornington received accolades recently after being awarded the Best Four-Star Property in the Best Western Awards for Excellence - the third consecutive year this property has won the award.
Built around an original circa 1878 homestead, the Best Western Brooklands of Mornington features contemporary designer, luxury rooms with first-class modern appointments. All suites feature large sitting areas, many with a spa, writing desk, work space and doors that open onto a private leafy courtyard.
Amenities also include a large indoor heated swimming pool, gymnasium, stylish cocktail bar and restaurant and three function rooms fitted with state-of-the-art presentation equipment.
The Best Western Beechworth Motor Inn (Beechworth, VIC) has taken out its third award this month by winning the Best Western Award for Excellence for Best 3 1/2 -Star Property.
Last year the property won the Best Western Award for Most Improvements and Upgrades. This month, they also won the prestigious International Quality Award and the award for Sales and Marketing Champion.
The Best Western Beechworth Motor Inn is located only 1km from the centre of Beechworth and features 10 spacious, fully refurbished units on one-and-a-half acres of landscaped gardens. Amenities include a large swimming pool, sun deck, undercover parking and private BBQ area.
Celebrate Saint Andrew's Day in the 'Edinburgh of the South'
The 147th annual Highland Games sees pipe bands, Scottish dancers and marchers compete. Sunday 29 November 2009 Otagocaledonian.org.nz
Celebrate Dunedin's Scottish heritage with daily performances from dancing groups, pipe bands and guest speakers. . 21-29 November 2009 Otagocaledonian.org.nz
Established in 1898 this social history museum tells the story of Otago settlers from early Maori, Chinese gold miners and the epic voyages made by Scots. Dunedin.govt.nz
Groups that want to be entertained should try Piping Hot Haggis who offer a range of haggis ceremonies and Scottish dancing. Pipinghothaggis.co.nz
City Walks have teamed up with Hair Raiser Tours to show you the city's heritage by day and ghosts by night. Citywalks.co.nz and Hairraisertours.com
Venue: New Zealand Date: 30 November Fee: ranging from: NZD$5 (AUD$4) - NZD$50 (AUD$40)
Sunsail Yacht Charters
Sunsail Yacht Charters based on Hamilton Island in the heart of the Whitsundays are offering a fantastic special discount for the Spring and early Summer seasons.
Book a new Whitsundays yacht charter departing before 19th December 2009 and receive an amazing 20% off each child under the age of 12 travelling in your party and you'll also receive a free kayak for the duration of your charter!
Courtesy of Best Western Rewards, Best Western's customer loyalty program, the competition winner receives two return air fares, seven nights accommodation in Beijing, limousine transfers and a private day tour of the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs to see the world from Beijing.
The winner also receives $1,500 spending money which includes two tickets to the incredible World Park in Beijing, a 47 hectare theme park that holds all the world's treasures, from France’s Eiffel Tower to Egypt's Pyramids, all in one place.
To enter the competition, simply log on to www.bestwestern.com.au/seetheworld to enter before 13 December 2009. Competition entry is open to all Best Western Rewards members.
See the sights of Vietnam
For anyone wanting to see the sights of Vietnam, Royal Caribbean has a one-off incredible cruise on Legend of the Seas sailing from Singapore on 28 January 2010 for seven nights to Hong Kong, stopping in the Vietnamese ports of Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Hue/Danang, and Hanoi.
Passengers also have the option of adding two additional nights for FREE, disembarking in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Fee: start from just $843
Good Things Happen in 3's at Silverwater
Book your Holiday Escape NOW with Silverwater Resort's 'Good Things Happen in 3's at Silverwater' special - and scoop up to three bonuses depending on apartment size:- -3pm Checkout -30% off Food and Beverage in the Restaurant** -3 Park Pass for $30
Silverwater Resort has become renowned for its relaxed coastal atmosphere and is set amongst the nearby surf and swimming beaches, coastal walks and many of Victoria's famous tourist attractions such as the Phillip Island Nature Park and Penguin Parade. Rest assured there is no shortages of activities on offer.
Venue: Silverwater Resort, San Remo, the gateway to Phillip Island Date: valid for stays from September 1, 2009 - December 24, 2009 Book: Silverwaterresort.com.au
Christmas comes early with great cruise deals on Rhapsody of the Seas
Celebrate Christmas Eve and Day at sea. Then have a dramatic start to 2010 cruising past the Volcanic White Island on New Year’s Day.
Offering cruise deals from as little as $118 per person per day for a family of four.
Entertainment and leisure facilities are: a casino, theatre, themed restaurants and bars, solarium, day spa, gym, outdoor pool, and signature rock-climbing wall.
Venue: Australia/ New Zealand cruise on Oasis of the Sea Date: Departing from Sydney on December 21st-6th Jan Fee: $118 per person per day for a family of four Book: Royalcaribbean.com or call 1300 754 500
