Relax and rejuvenate with a weekend yoga escape by the seaside

Warm up to the idea of a weekend away that's all about you, your mind, body and soul.

Peppers Anchorage resort in the picturesque seaside town of Port Stephens, is hosting a Winter Yoga Escape from May 14-16, and you're invited.

Whether a beginner, a yoga enthusiast or an advanced practitioner, allow the sea to soothe your soul as you indulge in yoga, meditation, outdoor activities and relaxation treatments under the guidance of Yoga TV host Kris McIntyre.

Also enjoy specially prepared food coordinated by Kris McIntyre and Executive Chef Ludovic Poyer, to truly treat you to the very best that your body deserves.

The Winter Yoga Escape costs $235* per person to attend (excluding accommodation), with the weekend designed to be casual, relaxed and suited to all ability levels.

For your weekend course you will receive supper on Friday and Saturday nights, full buffet breakfast daily, lunch on Saturday and Sunday, yoga, meditation sessions, morning hikes to Tomaree Headland and outrigger paddle sessions, a yoga mat and full use of facilities at Peppers Anchorage resort.

Peppers Anchorage is offering special accommodation deals for anyone attending the Winter Yoga Escape – from $460* per person twin share, and $635* per person single share, with both deals including all of the above for the Winter Yoga Escape, as well as two nights accommodation at Peppers Anchorage resort.

There is also some free time each day to explore the beauty of Port Stephens, only two-and-a-half hours drive from Sydney, or perhaps relax at the resort or seek out some extra pampering (at additional cost) with on-site massage and beauty treatments available.

Call Peppers Anchorage on +61 (0)2 4984 2555 or email anchorage@peppers.com.au

*Conditions apply, minimum stays and blockout periods apply. Subject to change and availability

MODERN ARCHITECTURE EXHIBITION OPENS THIS WEEKEND

A new exhibition at the Otago Museum offers a glimpse of some of New Zealand’s best modern architecture. Long Live the Modern will open THIS Saturday 1 May in the People of the World Gallery.

The exhibition explores ‘modern heritage’ with a number of unique and inspiring buildings. Many of these were seen as innovative at the time they were built, and are now considered landmarks, including Dunedin’s Civic Administration building, Public Library and University College.

Long Live the Modern is based on a project and publication which includes 180 public and private buildings, and is focused on initiatives from the twentieth-century which were ‘new’ in every sense of the word – from technology to ways of living.

“Architecture is a subject of significant appeal to Otago audiences and we are pleased to have brought this travelling exhibition to Otago Museum” says Clare Wilson, Director – Exhibitions, Development and Planning. “It is great to be able to draw attention to some of Dunedin’s striking modern buildings through this exhibition.”

The exhibition’s opening weekend will see public events including:
• A walking tour on Saturday 1 May of the University of Otago's modern architecture masterpieces with Associate Professor Linda Tyler, the Director of Auckland University's Centre for New Zealand Art Research and Discovery.
• A bus tour on Sunday 2 May with Associate Professor Tyler to six of Dunedin's modern architecture landmarks.
Bookings are essential and can be made at the Information Desk.

Long Live the Modern is toured by the Gus Fisher Gallery at The University of Auckland.

LONG LIVE THE MODERN: New Zealand’s New Architecture 1904-1984 Opens THIS Saturday 1 May 2010 People of the World Gallery, Level 2 Otago Museum FREE

Modern Treasures – A Walking Tour of Dunedin’s Modern Architecture Saturday 1 May, 1pm $6, bookings essential

Modern Icons – A Bus Tour of Dunedin’s Modern Architecture Sunday 2 May, 1pm $20, bookings essential

Tickets available at the Information Desk, ph 474 7474

Chanthaburi fruit festival only two days away!

Chanthaburi's annual fruit festival takes place only a few miles away from Faasai, from May 1st-9th.

On the gorgeous lake waterfront of the city of Chanthaburi, you'll have the opportunity to try a myriad of some of Thailand's best tropical fruits and see floats crafted by the locals parade the streets, made from their bounty of fruit.

There are contests in boxing, kayaking, and the "Miss Garden" contest. Of course, if fruit alone can't quite satisfy your hunger, there are plenty of feshly cooked fish, cool drinks,entertainment and more. The event is only two days away, but the festival lasts for nine, so there's plenty of time to experience this unique cultural event in which Chanthaburi showcases its wares of fruit, herbs, spices, aromatic oils, orchids, honey and gemstones. Everyone at Faasai hopes to see you there!