Free for Kids, Shoal Bay Resort & Spa

Families looking for something to do these school holidays for short break well Kids stay free at Shoal Bay Resort & Spa these holidays!

Shoal Bay Resort & Spa is the place to be for the ultimate affordable family holiday. Escape to one of the best kept secrets in New South Wales and let us entertain your family with an exciting range of activities for kids of all ages to enjoy teamed up with a fantastic school holiday accommodation Hot Deal saving you $160 and kids stay for free!

The Shoal Bay Resort & Spa have a  super value school holiday offer which is available from just $124.50* per adult per night and includes:-

• Accommodation in a one bedroom Waterview apartment (utilising sofa bed for kids)
• Full hot and cold family buffet breakfast daily
• Complimentary use of Aqua Spa facilities (min 16 yrs) including unique salt, mineral and freshwater spa pools, 25 metre heated indoor lap pool, and gymnasium
• Complimentary secure undercover parking
• Complimentary use of Resort facilities until 6pm on day of departure

The total package price is $249* per night twin share, based on 2 adults sharing (conditions apply) and valid from 3rd July to 31st July 2009.

Port Stephens is a perfect family holiday destination, a blue water paradise of unspoiled waterways with 26 white sandy beaches (flat water beaches perfect for families as well as three pristine unspoilt National Park surf beaches), eco-diverse Marine and National Parks and an endless choice of activities for everyone including the popular whale and dolphin watching tours, diving & snorkeling, kayaking, surf school, jet boating, parasailing and a variety of sailing experiences. You also have the option of heading to the famous Stockton Sand Dunes for quad-biking, 4WD sand dune tours and horse riding, all within close proximity to Australia’s number one golfing destination.

The Resort itself offers three swimming pools including a family friendly lagoon style heated pool with children’s wading area and sand pit. Be spoilt for choice with four child friendly restaurants, five bars and the Resort Kids Club. This fantastic service promotes interaction with other children staying at the Resort through fun and exciting daily activities in a safe and fully supervised environment.

Mum and dad – take time out to spoil yourselves during your stay at the indulgent Aqua Spa. Escape on a sensory journey to revive the body, mind and soul with a range of spa and massage treatments designed specifically for individual needs. The Aqua Spa includes the unique mineral spa pools, 25m heated lap pool, six treatments rooms, three aqua therapy rooms, a relaxation deck and a cardio fitness centre.

The award winning Shoal Bay Resort & Spa overlooks the pristine white sandy beaches of Shoal Bay to Port Stephens’ volcanic Tomaree headland. Shoal Bay boasts scenic walking and cycling tracks and for the more energetic – a paved pathway to the top of Tomaree affords unparalleled views of Port Stephens, all within sight and a 10 minute stroll of the resort. Tomaree National Parks also host educational discovery walks and talks during school holidays that the whole family will enjoy. With so much to do right at your doorstep, Shoal Bay Resort & Spa is the place to be these July school holidays!

Book your ultimate family escape call 1800 18 18 10 or visit www.shoalbayresort.com

Inclusive Hunter Valley Family Package

Take the family away on a well deserved break with plenty of activities to keep the whole family occupied at the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley  with their all inclusive family package just in time for the July school holidays.

Hunter Valley Family Package from $895*  includes a great range of benefits with the package.

• Click here for more details Hunter Valley Family Package
• 3 night’s accommodation in a either a spacious 2 or 3 Bedroom Villa
• Breakfast daily served in Redsalt Restaurant, the freshly cooked eggs are to die for!
• A 2 course dinner in Redsalt Restaurant on one night of your stay, book a babysitter that night!
• Lunch for the whole family in Grapevine café-bar on one day of choice
• A complimentary in-house movie on one day of choice, keep the kids entertained while your enjoying Redsalt and the local wines!
• Complimentary daily internet usage, Dad can research which vineyards to checkout!
• A complimentary daytime session for children aged 3 – 12 at Water Dragon’s

Terms & Conditions:
*Minimum 3 nights stay. Available for stays from 3 July to 26 July 2009. Rates subject to availability and blackout dates apply. Rates based on 2 adults and 2 children in a 2 Bedroom Villa and a $50 surcharge for each additional child per stay applies and $112.50 for each additional adult per stay applies. Additional nights available from $196 per night and are room only advance purchase rates. Water Dragon’s run 2 sessions daily 9am – 12noon and 1pm – 4pm, catering for children aged 3 – 12. Please note a surcharge applies to 3 Bedroom Villas.

Find out more Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley Family Package

29% Off At Hyatt Hotels & Resorts

Grab the family and travel now if you want to save up To 29% Off At Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Around The World.

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts announced today that for a limited time, it is offering savings of up to 29% off of the Hyatt Daily Rate for stays at participating Park Hyatt, Andaz, Grand Hyatt, and Hyatt Regency properties in key urban and resort destinations around the globe. For travelers who seek attentive service and attractive accommodations in prime locations, and seek a home base from which to explore memorable destinations, this guestroom sale is a perfect match.

With an average of 25% off of accommodation at Hyatt locations, guests can plan getaways that include more experiences with local cuisine, more shopping for artisan goods, and more pampering for true relaxation. The offer is valid for a limited time at participating Hyatt hotels and resorts worldwide.

In the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, guests receive up to 29% off the Hyatt Daily Rate.

• Book June 19 through July 9 or August 14 through September 3
• Stay June 26 through October 4

In Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia/Pacific, Latin America, and at Park Hyatt and Andaz hotels worldwide, guests receive 20% off of the Hyatt Daily Rate.

• Book between June 19 and September 3
• 7 or 14 day advance purchase required, varies by property
• Stay beginning July 3 through mid-September (end dates vary)

To take advantage of this global offer, guests may book the LTO Sale beginning June 19, 2009 with offer code LTO109 on the Special Offers page of www.hyatt.com, by calling 1-800-233-1234, or contacting a travel specialist.

A full, non-refundable prepayment is required for all reservations at time of booking. Rates and participation vary by property.

Tahiti is so hot on so many levels.

One of the most desirable holiday destinations is now very affordable. Why not take the a family vacation in Tahiti?

Tahiti Travel Connection and the Moorea Pearl Resort and Spa have combined to offer a seven night package that not only includes breakfast and dinner daily on Moorea but the opportunity to snorkel with stingrays and quad bike along Moorea’s dramatic ridgelines.

By booking now to visit before December 20 you get return airfares from Sydney, a garden view room, daily breakfast and dinner on Moorea as well as the snorkelling and quad bike excursions.

Costs start from $2895 per person twin share, and also include air taxes and all domestic transfers in Tahiti. An upgrade to an overwater bungalow is available for an extra $1049 per person.

Bookings via Tahiti Travel Connection on freecall 1300 858 305 or at www.tahititravel.com.au.

For more information holidaying in Tahiti and her islands, contact Tahiti Tourisme on 1300 655 563 or info@tahiti-tourisme.com.au or visit www.tahitinow.com.au.

Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire

Looking for that all British Coastal Summer Holiday with the family or a group of family and friends. The Coastal Cottages Of Pembrokeshire are showcasing the ‘Cottage Clusters’ perfect for larger Families and Groups of friends.

If you prefer to holiday together as a larger family or with a group of friends, Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire has not just properties sleeping up to 12 but also a number of ‘clusters’, ie several cottages located together. Which makes it perfect scenario for families to have “family space” while holidaying with friends and other family members.

The biggest of these is the Ivy Tower Village near Tenby, with 19 cottages accommodating up to 108 people and where the properties are set in 10 acres of meadows complete with indoor pool, gym, sauna, tennis court and children’s play area.

There’s still availability at several cottages (sleep six) for the same weeks in June, July and August with prices from £694.

At Carew Farm Cottages near Bosherton there are five properties sleeping between three and nine. For week commencing 27 June, for example, a family/group of up to 13 can be accommodated in two cottages – Lark View (sleeps four at £404 – saving £101) and Horseshoe Cottage (sleeps nine at £760 – saving £190).

Reservations: 01437 772760, www.coastalcottages.co.uk

Free Meal Holidays

Voyages is offering great value for money for families and budget-conscious holidaymakers with the launch of its Free Meal packages.

For a limited time only, guests staying for four nights or more on Brampton Island, Dunk Island or Heron Island can have their breakfast, lunch and dinner included for FREE! And at Dunk and Heron Islands, kids still stay and eat for free.

The Free Meal packages take the hidden costs out of island holidays and give families and budget-conscious travellers a great reason to head to some of Australia’s best island resorts – even during the school holidays.

Save from AUD$69 per person per day on each of the three islands and enjoy a carefree holiday, allowing you to treat yourselves to more activities!

A 4-night stay on Brampton Island costs from AUD$524* per person and includes full buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and buffet or 3-course dinner daily, plus many island activities, meaning you can spend more on a Jet Ski Safari!

On Dunk Island a 4-night package costs from AUD$588* per person and includes full buffet breakfast, buffet or 2-course lunch and buffet or 3-course dinner daily. Also included are many non-motorised water sports and islands activities, plus children stay and eat for FREE!

On Heron Island a 4-night package costs from AUD$676 per person, and includes full buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and buffet or 3-course table d’hote dinner daily, many island activities and children stay and eat for FREE! On Heron Island treat yourselves to more snorkelling and diving – now that autumn is here the waters are clearer on the Great Barrier Reef and visibility is at its best.

*Conditions apply.

Bookings: 1300 134 044 or www.voyages.com.au

Japan Hotel Sale Ends Soon – www.ichotelsgroup.com/japan72h

JAPAN 72HOURS OFFER HAS STARTED and will end SOON!

Be sure you don’t miss out on these exclusive offers, 50% off from our Best Flex Rate by booking today! Limited rooms available.

With the fantastic savings in our exclusive Japan 72 Hours Offer, you’ll have no excuse not to book that well-deserved break.

To take advantage of this limited-time offer, make a booking at any one of their participating hotels listed below, between 0000 hrs 3 June 2009 and 2400 hrs 5 June 2009 (Japan Time).

• Bookings are valid for stays from 8 June 2009 to 31 August 2009.
• So plan that getaway or even your early summer vacation with your family and friends now.

Hurry, book now, while room stocks last!

Book online below or call the Toll Free number on left quoting “Japan 72 Hours Offer”.

Website and Bookings visit www.ichotelsgroup.com/japan72h

Luxury Family Accommodation Offer

If you haven’t visted Western Australia, why not? The place just has to been seen to be true and we have found the following great family Luxury choices for less in WA’s South West. If your coming in from Europe we would make it your first point of call, and from the Americas a great way to leave Australia on a round the world ticket.

Home to the famous Margaret River wine region, Western Australia’s stunning south west has a bounty of luxury accommodation deals on offer this winter.

Warm up in your own private heated plunge pool and enjoy uninterrupted Indian Ocean views at the five star Injidup Spa Retreat, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels Group. Stay for 3 Pay for 2. www.injidupspretreat.com.au

Double your relaxation at Seashells Resort Yallingup. Book at least two nights between 15 and 31 May and your accommodation stay will be doubled for free until 30 September 2009. www.seashells.com.au

Bunker down for a cosy long weekend and enjoy ocean views by the fire at Bunker Bay Quay West Resort. You might even see whales pass by. One night in a studio villa and decadent buffet breakfast from $225. www.mirvachotels.com/quay-west-resort-bunker-bay

Nestle into the stylish surrounds of Empire Retreat. Set amongst 265 acres of forest this retreat is a secluded escape from the urban rush. Stay for 3 Pay for 2. www.worldofempire.com

Renowned for their innovative wellness treatments – including the unique Didgeridoo Meditation and Grape Healing Therapy – Moondance Lodge also offers a Stay for 3 Pay for 2 winter break with Gourmet Breakfast. www.moondancelodge.com

Favoured by visiting entertainers Sting and Chris Isaac the award winning five star Cape Lodge is a must visit – if only for the heavenly food created by Chef Tony Howell. Winter rates start from $295 per room. www.capelodge.com.au

A little further south in the lush forest and wine region of Pemberton is the new Stonebarn. A midweek getaway and full gourmet breakfast is $295 per night. www.stonebarn.com.au

10 Hot Queensland Deals for Mum and Dad

The best family holiday deals for you and the kids are hotting up in Queensland. Here ten of the best holiday deals from Tourism Queensland to help you warm up in Queensland for less!

SUNSHINE COAST
Currimundi Lakeside Bed & Breakfast “Long Weekend Special” includes afternoon tea on arrival, three nights stay with king size bed, double spa bath, air conditioning, gourmet breakfasts and daily room servicing. From $495 per couple, . valid until September 15, 2009. www.currumundilakeside.com.au

Glass on Glasshouse Luxury Cottages “Winter Warmer” package offers $75 off regular rates until August 31. The three architect-designed luxury cottages are located at Glass House Mountains, a beautiful unspoilt National Heritage-listed area in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, just 45 minutes north of Brisbane, and close to Australia Zoo. www.glassonglasshouse.com.au

GOLD COAST
Stay at Sea World Resort & Water Park any pay only $105 per room, per night for stays on Sunday to Thursday nights before 22 June, 2009. Valid for two adults and two children, and all bookings receive one free adult ticket to the Australian Outback Spectacular and a free ticket for a Sea World Cruise. Tel: 1800 074 448; MyFun.com.au

TOWNSVILLE
Stay three nights and pay for two at Peppers Blue on Blue Resort on beautiful Magnetic Island and pay from $179 per night. Valid until June 27 for travel until September 30, 2009. Tel: (07) 4758 2400 or visit www.peppers.com.au.

CAIRNS AND TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND
The Novotel Big Cat Family Park stay includes three nights’ accommodation at Novotel Cairns Resort and a Green Island Day tour from $332 per adult. Also includes daily buffet breakfast, full day on Green Island with choice of snorkelling equipment or glass bottom boat trip, guided island walk, lunch and wheel house tours of “Big Cat”. Extended check out for Sunday stays. Valid to 30 September, 2009. Tel: (07) 4080 1888; www.novotelcairnsresort.com.au

Rydges Sabaya Resort Hot Deal includes free breakfast daily or stay two nights and get the third free with resort rooms from $90 per adult per night or apartments from $115 per adult per night. Kids stay free and eat breakfast for free. Valid to 30 June, 2009. Tel: (07) 4099 8900. www.rydges.com/portdouglas

Quicksilver “3 Day Ultimate Reef Pass” allows guests to select three Great Barrier Reef products from Cairns or Port Douglas from $399 per adult and $210 per child. Family specials are also available. Choose from: Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef – Activity platform; Wavedancer, Low Isles cruise; Silver Sonic, snorkel adventure, Port Douglas; Silver Swift, snorkel adventure, Cairns; Green Island Eco Adventure including buffet lunch; Great Adventures Great Barrier Reef Adventure. Valid for seven days from first day of travel. www.quicksilvergroup.com.au

WHITSUNDAYS
Check in for the Long Island Resort Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Special from $180 for two people per night ($40 per child) with a minimum three night stay. Includes free buffet breakfast, free dinner daily, upgrade to beachfront room and free activities. Valid to 31 July, 2009. Tel: 1800 075 125; www.longisland.com.au.

Airlie Beach’s Club Crocodile Resort Bed and Breakfast Saver starts from $120 for two people for a minimum two night stay. Includes accommodation in a deluxe room, full hot breakfast, complimentary parking and dinner specials from $15 per person. Valid to 1 September, 2009. Tel: 1800 075 151; www.clubcroc.com.au.

CENTRAL QUEENSLAND
Enjoy a real farm adventure for two days and one night at Myella Farmstay, Rockhampton from $190 per person. Package includes all meals and twin-share accommodation, a 4WD farm tour, horseriding, milking cows, motorbike tour and whip cracking. Valid until 31 March, 2010. Tel: 1800 676 701. www.capricornholidays.com.au

Free Hotel Upgrade Offer from Qantas

Book your hotel stay at one of their selected hotels all around Australia and New Zealand before 31 May 2009 and enjoy a guaranteed free room Upgrade.*

With no hotel booking fees at qantas.com and this fantastic, limited time, hotel upgrade offer, now is the perfect time to book your next getaway.

Just some of the great hotels participating in the free room upgrade from as little $99 per night.

AUSTRALIA Sofitel Gold Coast, Gold Coast

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Intercontinental The Rialto, Melbourne

Crown Towers, Melbourne

Crowne Plaza Darwin, Darwin

Old Sydney Holiday Inn, Sydney

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Sydney

NEW ZEALAND

The Sebel Suites, Auckland

Novotel Wellington, Wellington

Mercure Hotel Windsor, Auckland

Book your stay before 31 May 2009 for stays until 31 July 2009 and receive a free upgrade on the lead-in room to the next available room type on our selection of participating hotels.*

Book for the school holidays, June Long Weekend, a romantic break, a business trip, a winter escape or any reason at all.

For more information visit the Qantas Holidays site Upgrade Offer from Qantas Holidays

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