APRIL'S FEATURED VENUES
Gold Coast Legend
Mantra Legends Hotel has enhanced its position as one of the Gold Coasts most sought after properties for meetings and events with a major refurbishment of its conferencing facilities creating a sleek and stylish atmosphere for conducting conferences and meetings.
The hotel features seven function areas including a pillarless ballroom, which breaks down into three large sections with natural light that can accommodate up to 300 delegates theatre style. The meeting rooms and the Executive Board Room are ideal for smaller more intimate gatherings, while conference groups can also make use of the undercover terrace, outdoor garden terrace, private dining room and spacious pre-function area which is perfect for trade set ups and networking.
Read more detailed information about Gold Coast Legend or contact Rachel Buck +613 9870 4611
Sunshine Coast Oasis
Caloundras Aboriginal Meaning is a 'Beautiful Place' and its easy to see why with the stunning scenery, the awesome glasshouse Mountains and 5 of the finest, yet very different beaches on the whole of the East Coast all on the doorstep of Rydges Oasis Sunshine Coast.
The Resort is set over 10 acres of picturesque tropical gardens with ample off street parking for all delegates and visitors. It's just a short stroll away from the many shops & restaurants of Caloundra City and the soft sands and clear waters of Pumicestone Passage.
With accommodation of 182 rooms and 6 Conference Rooms all with an abundance of natural light, the large lawn area with the stunning waterlily lagoon backdrop combines to make the ideal place for product launches, trade shows and business events that are to be remembered for years to come.
Read more detailed information about Sunshine Coast Oasis or contact Pam Conway +613 9870 4611
HAPPENINGS
Mercure adds Yarra Valley
After surviving the bushfires, the Yarra Valley's Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort & Spa is back in business and joins Accors Mercure hotel network from April 1. Just under an hour's drive from the Melbourne CBD and Tullamarine Airport, the resort can cater for conferences for up to 130 delegates.
Vibe opens in Darwin
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is now open, located in Darwin's Waterfront, on the fringe of Darwin CBD and is perfectly positioned to explore Darwin's newest restaurants, boutique shops and seafront promenade. At the end of your day you can relax in the comfort of your well appointed hotel room or suite, take a plunge in the pool or take an evening stroll along the promenade and soak up the atmosphere of Darwin... enjoy the vibe at your hotel in Darwin with personality... Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront.
Hilton Lights Up
The famous 'Hilton' logo has just lit up on the Hilton Melbourne South Wharf. The finishing touches are being made to the bedrooms, restaurant, café and bars. The opening date is officially set for April 16th, 2009.
New look for Club Med in Bali
Club Med Bali has been given a brand new look, with extensive renovations costing 5 million Euros, revitalizing the stylish village - set in a stunning beachfront location within the popular holiday resort destination. Club Med offers a premium, all inclusive package - and the village in Bali really delivers on all counts. Set on the south east coast of the Island known famously around the world as the "Island of the Gods," the clear blue waters and white sandy beaches of Nusa Dua are irresistibly breathtaking, making Club Med Bali the perfect choice.
Marina Bay to open in 2009
Opening in late 2009, Marina Bay Sands is set to become the foremost MICE destination in Southeast Asia. It will be a premier integrated entertainment destination combining over 120,000 sqm of world-class convention and exhibition facilities, a luxury hotel, an iconic ArtScience Museum, Las Vegas-style gaming, state-of-the-art theatres, entertainment and an unparalleled spread of shopping and dining outlets in one landmark structure all under one roof. Set atop the three soaring hotel towers is a breathtaking sky park offering 360-degree views of Singapore's skyline. This one-hectare tropical oasis in the sky will feature lush greenery, beautifully sculptured gardens, restaurants and a swimming pool.
Resorts World at Sentosa to open in 2010
Slated to be one of the world's most exciting family destinations, Resorts World at Sentosa is a collection of resorts and attractions with a plethora of fun-filled offerings for the entire family. Taking pride of place on Singapore's resort island of Sentosa and spanning 49 hectares of lush greenery amongst pristine lakes, this S$6.59 billion mega-resort will be home to Southeast Asia's first and only Universal Studios theme park, the world's largest oceanarium - Marine Life Park and the region's only fully integrated destination spa - ESPA.
The resort also boasts a total of 1,800 keys, spread across its six hotels of varying themes, with full conference and meeting amenities, including a ballroom that sits 7,300 delegates. Topping the list are the ultra-luxurious Maxims Tower, and the world's only Hotel Michael, named after famed US-architectural legend, Michael Graves who designed the mega-resort. Other accommodation options include the trendy Hard Rock Hotel Singapore, as well as beach facing Spa Villas, perfect for some solitude and privacy.
Beyond resorts and attractions, there will also be world-class entertainment to engage visitors. Most eagerly-anticipated is the Crane Dance - a spectacular multi-media moving art with cleverly choreographed animatronic cranes set out at the waterfront.
SHARING THE KNOWLEDGE
Our ongoing schedule of briefing sessions and venue inspections ensures our product knowledge is extensive and current which allows us to offer you professional, authoritative and independent advice on the conference and meeting venue scene throughout Australia and overseas.
Been in to see us and update us on their venues include
| Kristy Pascoe - Rochford Wines |
John Dickson & Melissa Shaw - Sofitel Mansion & Spa |
| Glen Shoebridge - Star City Sydney |
Alexandra Fayan - Club Med |
| Pansuvan Alexander - Watermark Hotel & Spa |
Fiona Poole - Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas |
| Andrew Fairbairn - Sheraton Fiji Resort |
Don Bensted - Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa |
| Lara Woolley - The Westin Melbourne |
Rebecca Wiles - Starwood Hotels and Resorts |
| Carly Adler - Fusion Marketing |
Renee Gani - Urban St Kilda |
| Annie Wright - Millennium Hotels and Resorts |
Members of our team have been out and about over the past couple of months personally visiting...
Overseas
| The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia, Singapore | Sentosa Golf Club |
| Nirwana Gardens Bintan | Raffles Hotel |
| Singapore Flyer | Suntec Singapore |
| Capella Hotel Singapore | Crowne Plaza Changi Airport |
| One on the Bund - Clifford Pier Singapore |
In Melbourne
| The Westin Melbourne | Rendezvous |
| Hilton on the Park | Bellinzona Grange Country Retreat |
| The Grange at Cleveland Winery | The Grange At Lancefield |
| Yarra Valley Grange Country Retreat |
YOUR SAY
"I have always found your staff to be extremely helpful and efficient and would not go anywhere else when organising a conference"
- Jeanne Mansbridge
"You are perfect!"
- Gillian Mitchener