CAIRNS FESTIVAL PACKAGES WITH PULLMAN HOTELS

Its festival season in Cairns and to celebrate, the five-star Pullman Reef Hotel Casino has accommodation packages on offer for those who want to visit the top end for an artistic and cultural adventure in Tropical North Queensland this August.

The annual Cairns Festival celebration will also take place from 20 August until 5 September, hosted by Cairns Council and the local community for the past 48 years. Highlighting the cities unique top end culture, tropical lifestyle and multicultural diversity, this year’s event features some 60 diverse projects at venues and locations all over Cairns.

Some of the home-made Cairns creative projects slated for the 2010 season include a musical dinner theatre production exploring the legend and wonders of Paronella Park, several diverse jazz programs, and a classical music event presented by Cairns Civic Theatre and directed by noted local violinist Leigh Paine. Local foodie Nola Craig has organised our culinary celebration, Taste Paradise, from Palm Cove to The Pier.

In addition, Festival event partners will be presenting a new theatre work intended for the Botanic Gardens, the popular Big Band Extravaganza offered by CairnsBands with the Australian Army Band, and a multi-site photographic installation.

A highlight of the 2010 Cairns Festival will undoubtedly be the Cairns Indigenous Arts festival takes place on Friday the 20th of August, showcasing the best contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. The display and art sale is on at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns (46 Collins Street), and entry is free.

This is a unique and special event which invites first-time buyers, investors and the curious to seek out exciting new artists and view paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, new media art, works on paper and fibre art, while enhancing their understanding of Queensland's Indigenous arts.

Priced from A$395 per coupe per night twin share, Pullman’s Cairns Festival package includes:

Accommodation in Junior Suite at the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns
Access to a luxurious Audi A4 car for up to four hours to drive at leisure and enjoy the best that the Festival has to offer
A gourmet hamper and sparkling wine on arrival
Expert assistance from the Pullman concierge team to assist in finding out the best that Festival Cairns has to offer

The offer is available for stays and sale from the 1st of August until the 5th of September 2010 when the festival concludes.

To book, call the hotel on (07) 4030 8888. Visit www.accorhotels.com.au

With its contemporary style and décor, choice of bars and award winning restaurants an boasting its own Rainforest Dome experience, the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns is the perfect holiday hotel situated in the heart of the city, overlooking tranquil Trinity Bay.

The hotel is the most prestigious accommodation and entertainment complex in Cairns and features 128 rooms and suite options for those who wish to upgrade to enjoy an indulgent Jacuzzis-style spa bath and private garden balcony.

PULLMAN REEF HOTEL CASINO
35-41 Wharf Street
Cairns QLD 4870 Australia
Ph: +61 (0) 7 4030 8888
Fax: +61 (0) 7 4030 8777
www.pullmanhotels.com

Club Med Cherating Becomes Eco-Certified

Club Med Cherating and its hard working staff have been awarded two important eco-certifications for their involvement in sustainability.

The resort has been awarded the Green Globe Silver and Earth Check Silver awards which support Club Med Cherating’s position as an Eco Resort.

Club Med Cherating is located in the heart of a protected natural site on the eastern coastline of Malaysia. The resort rests in the jungle – a unique natural site which Club Med is eager to preserve. Guests at Club Med Cherating Beach can enjoy their experience of holidaying close to nature with the knowledge that Club Med is helping preserve the area.

Club Med Cherating Beach and the surrounding forests are home to a number of special animals including rare birds and endangered sea turtles. Club Med has a partnership with the Turtle Sanctuary and supports the release of turtles back into the wild.

The resort has an extensive social and environmental sustainability program as well as a sustainable purchasing policy where local and environmentally friendly suppliers are preferred. Recycling and compost procedures are in place and they are also trialing the use of biodiesel in their shuttle. Solar panels have been installed to produce hot water for the staff to save energy.

The restaurants at Club Med Cherating Beach provide food with a focus on healthy, natural choices. A selection of the buffet offerings use organic product and there is also extensive anti-oxidant and low G.I food options as well as a vegetarian corner. Club Med Cherating Beach is one of 12 “Table Coup de Coeur” status resorts which guarantees delicious, creative cuisine and immaculate service.

Club Med holidays are all inclusive so guests can enjoy the fabulous food and beverage offerings as well as activities and entertainment without worrying about an additional bill at the end of their holiday. Kids club facilities are also included in the package price at their family friendly resorts.

WINEMAKERS WEEKEND LUXURY AT BAY OF MANY COVES RESORT

A relaxing getaway gift for the special ‘dad’ in your life or a treat to celebrate the coming of spring!

The Bay of Many Coves Resort will celebrate Craggy Range Wines with a special luxury weekend escape package that runs from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 September.

The luxury weekend will be highlighted by a full degustation dinner on Saturday night when Resort Executive Chef Jonno Rogers will outline the dishes he has prepared and winemaker Steve Smith will tell you the story of the Craggy Range Wines you will be enjoying.

The package includes two night’s accommodation in the Resort’s luxury apartments, a welcome glass from the Craggy Range cellar, a three course arrival night dinner, and transfer to and from Picton. Each evening, guests will have the chance to win a Makoha Spa treatment for the following day.

Reservations are limited. To find out more see www.bayofmanycoves.co.nz