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Thursday, 2 July 2009 New Seniors Rate at Rydges Hotels Plan your next adventure, catch up with family & friends, take the grandkids away or simply take a short getaway with our great value Rydges Seniors Offer of $95 per night.

What do I get?
Pay just $95 per night for stays on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday nights at any of our hotels and resorts throughout Australia and New Zealand, between now and 30 September 2009.

Who can get it?
All Australian residents who are valid Seniors Card holders. New Zealand Super Gold Card holders are also eligible. A valid Seniors Card or Super Gold Card must be presented upon check-in or Best Available Rate will be charged.

How do I get it?
Book online or phone Central Reservations on 1300 857 922 (Aus) or 0800 446 187 (NZ).

View terms and conditions. tags: Rydges Seniors offer posted by Heather at 3.45 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 19 June 2009 Hotel Specials for Wimbledon 2009 Tennis fans wait all year for Wimbledon, and now they don't have long to wait. Games start 22 June and the frenzy continues through 5 July. Those lucky few who will enjoy the action live might enjoy a few hotel specials.

Rydges Kensington Plaza is offering quite a few Wimbledon hotel specials sure to please everyone in your group. Choose from packages geared towards the gourmand, the outdoorsman or simply the one who wants to be pampered.

tags: Rydges Kensington Plaza London hotels Wimbledon 2009 hotels posted by Heather at 1.25 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 3 June 2009 State of Origin 2009 at Rydges South Bank On 15 July, Queensland will battle New South Wales in Game 3 of the State of Origin Rugby League Series.If you are looking for a hotel near Suncorp Stadium, the 4½ star Rydges South Bank is ideally located - regardless of if you root for the Blues or the Maroons.

The Brisbane hotel is located opposite the Southbank Parklands and adjacent to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, making it easy to plan a business trip in conjunction with the big game.An on-site gymnasium, spa and sauna top a fairly generous list of hotel amenities.

Since its birth in 1980 the annual State of Origin Rugby League series between the NSW Blues & QLD Marrons has become the pinnacle of Rugby League not just in Australia but in the world. Why not stay at a great Brisbane hotel that puts you within easy reach of Game 3? tags: Rydges South Bank State of Origin Series posted by Heather at 1.09 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 23 May 2009 Toast 2010 on the Rooftop at Rydges South Bank Brisbane Ok, so it's a little early. But trust us, a lot of people are already thinking about how they will celebrate the beginning of 2010. So rather than spending the week before the new year stressed and pressured to create a fun plan, worry less and book a room at Rydges South Bank Brisbane.

Enjoy the spectacular fireworks across the Brisbane River and City along with an all-inclusive package of live entertainment, cocktail food and beverages.

Details of the Level 12 Rooftop, New Years Eve Party are coming soon!

Contact Susan Szekelyhidi to go on the mailing list and be the first to receive the confirmed party details. Phone 07 3364 0852 or email susan_szekelyhidi@rydges.com tags: Rydges New Years Eve 2010 Rydges South Bank Brisbane Rydges New Years Eve 2009 posted by at 4.40 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 16 May 2009 Plan a Meeting with Rydges in May and Save How have you NOT booked a meeting at Rydges yet? Hurry, as there's still time to enjoy your May savings.

Simply book our special $40 day delegate package for 10 people and you’ll get one FREE room night to use whenever you like. Plus for additional room nights in May you can book our special add-on night at $120.00 per room.

Day Meeting Special per person includes:

– AM tea (tea, coffee, pastry)

– Lunch

– PM tea (tea, coffee, pastry)

– Room hire

– Flip chart or whiteboard

*View Meetings Mean Business Terms & Conditions tags: Rydges Meetings Rydges Meeting promotions Rydges Meetings Mean Business posted by Heather at 5.28 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 5 May 2009 Australian Muster Experience Opening This Week Looking for a vacation experience that's a bit different? How about cattle ranching? If you have ever fancied yourself a cowboy or a cowgirl, the Muster Experience might be the attraction for you.

The Australian Muster Experience offers an authentic representation of life on a working outback cattle station. Visitors will experience real Aussie Stockmen demonstrating their skills in horsemanship, cattle driving and whip cracking accompanied, of course, by a generous dose of dry outback humour. The Muster Experience opens this month and will operate on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Rydges Sabaya is offering an impressive deal if you book soon. The “True Blue” Aussie Escape at Rydges Sabaya Resort features a complimentary daily breakfast OR you can stay three nights and the 4th night is free! Check out www.rydges.com or email reservations_portdouglas@rydges.com tags: Australian Muster Experience Rydges Sabaya Resort posted by Heather at 6.29 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 22 April 2009 Is Bigfoot Hiding Near Sydney? Two women hiking near Sydney have spotted a hairy, human-like creature the Western world refers to as Bigfoot.The Blue Mountains is believed to be the home of a creature known as the Yowie, basically Australia’s version of Bigfoot or the Yeti. This recent scary sighting is apparently not the first and likely won't be the last.

"It was early evening and by the two ladies admission a bit late to be by themselves in the bush. Ingrid Schön 23, of Germany and Adi Hassan, 22 of France decided to head back into town when they heard the breaking of branches and loud footsteps heading towards them. Ingrid shone a torch onto the track in front of them. At this point they both claim to have seen what they now describe as Bigfoot charge away into the distance."

Here's the rest of the Sydney Bigfoot Sighting article.
tags: Sydney events near Sydney posted by Heather at 7.51 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 8 April 2009 Cairns Weddings on Facebook The Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Facebook page now offers lots of great information and pictures from weddings held right at the hotel. Looking for a great hotel in Cairns to have your wedding? Become a fan of Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns and check out fun and informative photos of wedding albums, themes and event spaces.

Just log into Facebook and search for Rydges Cairns. Become a fan check out why Rydges is your best choice for an unforgettable wedding. tags: Rydges weddings Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Facebook posted by Heather at 9.38 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 3 April 2009 Kids Eat Free in April at Rydges Christchurch Stay at Rydges Christchurch this month with two children under 12 and enjoy a great meal while the kids eat free!

Rydges Christchurch is ideally positioned in the heart of the city and adjacent to the picturesque Avon River. This Rydges property is the only hotel located within Christchurch’s cultural and culinary precinct and is within easy walking distance to the convention centre and local attractions. The stylish on-site restaurant, Sepia, presents a delicious dining venue for you and your family.

This deal only lasts through April, so check-in to Rydges Christchurch today! tags: Rydges Christchurch posted by Heather at 7.00 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 19 March 2009 Want to See Chicago? Stay at Rydges South Bank! Tomorrow night, the famed Broadway hit Chicago opens at Lyric Theater at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

Chicago tells the tale of Roxie Hart, a nightclub dancer who dreams of headlining in Vaudeville, kills her lover, then convinces her husband to come up with the $5000 to hire Chicago’s shrewdest smoothtalking lawyer Bill Flynn.

Enjoy the Chicago Package at Rydges South Bank from $234.00. The package includes overnight accommodation in a Standard Queen room, a two course pre-show meal in Parklands Bar & Grill with a complimentary glass of champagne and full buffet breakfast. Conveniently, Rydges South Bank is just a short stroll to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre and many other local attractions. tags: Chicago Package Rydges South Bank posted by Heather at 5.47 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 6 March 2009 Why is Now the Best Time for Australian Travel? The Rydges Stay Anytime Sale is in full swing, and you only have three days to purchase your $95/night tokens. Airfare to Australia has dropped as well, as we saw rates as low as $798 from Los Angeles. There's never been a more affordable time, so stay at Rydges and book now! tags: Rydges Stay Anytime Sale Rydges sales Rydges promotions posted by Heather at 4.38 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 3 March 2009 Rydges Bell City supports the VIC Bushfire victims and firefighters blog.rydges.com

Melbourne's newest and largest multi-purpose accommodation facility – Rydges Bell City- situated in Melbourne's inner northern suburb of Preston has thrown open its doors to victims of Victoria's recent bushfires and also emergency workers.

As well as offering free and discounted accommodation to those affected – Rydges Bell City has also made welcome intra and interstate fire fighters - as has opened a dedicated centre at the property for government agencies and fire researchers.

"Rydges Bell City wanted do anything it could to support both the victims and the heroes of Black Saturday", said Mark Challis - Director of Sales and Marketing – Rydges Bell City - who himself, lives in the fire ravaged area of Cottles Bridge.

"As the closest hotel to the fire affected areas we had to do whatever we could to help and offered free apartments to the Department of Human Services for emergency accommodation", said Challis.

The $120 million dollar seven-storey Bell City complex built by developers Asian Pacific Building Corporation (A.P.B.C.), features 200 state-of-the-art one and two bed Manhattan style studio apartments branded – Rydges Residences and a further 182 one and two bed studio apartments operating as the 4.5 star Rydges Hotel.

Capable of carrying a guest and resident population of 1,500 at any one time – Bell City is a modern, busy precinct generating its own community ambiance and culture, never before seen in Melbourne's Northern suburbs. tags: vic bushfires rydges melbourne hotels support fire fighters bushfire appeal posted by kylie at 9.15 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 26 February 2009 How You Can Go On Vacation For Less Than $100 Rydges latest fantastic Rydges Stay Anytime promotion allows you to stay at any Rydges hotel anytime for $95/night.

Here's What You Do....

1. Pre-purchase your Rydges rooms for just $95 each and receive Stay Anytime vouchers.
2.Choose your hotel and dates and redeem your vouchers.
3.Enjoy a great stay at Rydges for just $95!

You can buy as many Stay Anytime vouchers as you want and redeem them for one room night’s accommodation at any participating Rydges Hotel or Resort. The 150 day booking window allows you time to plan your trip away – bookings can be made from 16th March to 12th August 2009. tags: Rydges Stay Anytime promotion posted by Heather at 9.18 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 17 February 2009 Rydges Camperdown proudly supports the WNBL Flames Rydges Camperdown is dedicated to helping lift the profile of women’s basketball in Australia. For over ten years Rydges Camperdown has been the proud sponsor of the Women’s National Basketball League’s Sydney team the Acuvue Sydney Uni Flames.

The flames have played ten home games this season at the University of Sydney’s Aquatic and Sports centre and after the game the teams always head back to Rydges Camperdown for the post match dinner. The Flames had a tough year with a young new team on board however they are looking to strengthen for the new 09/10 season which kick starts in October. The team recently visited Rydges Camperdown for their Annual Sponsors’ Function where official photos were taken with sponsors including the team at Rydges Camperdown.

The WNBL is showing its support to communities affected by the Bushfires and Floods with Appeals at all WNBL games in Round 18; they will be taking donations with all proceeds going to these Appeals. In addition all teams will be wearing black armbands and a minute's silence will be held before each game as a mark of respect for lives lost in the tragedies.

For more information on getting behind your closest national women’s basketball team visit www.wnbl.com.au tags: WNBL WOMANS BASKETBALL LEAGUE Acuvue Sydney Uni Flames Aquatic and Sports centre basketball posted by kylie at 10.18 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 17 February 2009 Book a Conference at Rydges and Get $100 Gift Card Rydges Hotels and Resorts has launched a Conference Cashback promotion for those seeking the perfect special event venue. Book a function, meeting, event or wedding at a Rydges hotel and receive a $100 Rydges Gift Card for every $1000 you spend. Rydges Gift Card dollars can be used to redeem rooms, meals, bar tabs, room services and other common hotel services.

The Conference Cashback promotion involves these terms and conditions:

•Bookings are valid from 01 Feb 2009 to 31 April 2009
•The event must have a minimum spend of AUD$2000 on food and beverage.
•The event must have an associated accommodation booking of at least 10 rooms per night combined with an in-house event.

To sweeten the deal, Rydges is offering a Bonus Giveaway at Gold Coast International Hotel. Plan a conference at Gold Coast International that is over $20,000 and enjoy a week at the Rydges Hideaway in Fiji for free.

With over 40 properties located throughout Australia & New Zealand, Rydges Hotels & Resorts are committed to making sure your event runs smoothly. Rydges offers the perfect venue for your next function, meeting, conference or wedding.

*For more information on the use and terms & conditions of Rydges Gift Cards click here

tags: Rydges Conference Cashback Rydges Gold Coast International Rydges Hideaway posted by Heather at 9.07 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 7 February 2009 Rydges Valentine's Specials Love is in the air, and Rydges Hotels and Resorts is offering many value-friendly packages for Valentine’s Day weekend. Packages are ideal for that last minute brilliant idea, as Rydges only requires a 24-hour booking window.

At a time when the current economic climate is causing stress for many of us, Rydges Hotels believe there is no better time to get away with the one you love. Valentine’s Day packages vary, offering many different price points from which to choose.

For instance, at the Rydges World Square in Sydney, the Valentine’s Day Getaway Package includes deluxe accommodations, a bottle of sparkling wine, breakfast and bed and valet car parking for just $299/night. Rydges newest hotel, Rydges Brighton Beach adds chocolate covered strawberries and fresh flowers at just $284/night.

Rydges offers many other romantic hotel packages, so book today and make the most of your Valentine’s Day weekend.
tags: Rydges Brighton Beach Rydges World Square posted by Heather at 7.03 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 23 January 2009 Stay at Rydges and Get Free Movie Tickets The Oscar nominations were revealed today, and all the big social media sites are buzzing about who was robbed of a nomination...who will win....who didn't deserve to get nominated, etc. I, for one, have been too busy lately to see a lot of movies. Plus, it's pretty expensive and I have been putting my money towards other stuff (like plane tickets.)

Rydges figured out a way to combine my two favorite things....movies and travel. If you book a Rydges hotel in Australia to stay in February or March, you will get a free movie ticket for every night you stay. I think this sounds pretty great, I mean, who doesn't like free movie tickets?

Of course, there are a few terms and conditions of the free Rydges movie ticket offer, but they are very small. Overall, it's a great deal, so check it out!

tags: Rydges hotels Rydges Rydes Free Movie Ticket Offer free movie offer free movie tickets Australia hotel posted by Heather at 3.41 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 17 January 2009 Kellogg's Nutri Grain Ironman Competition This Weekend This weekend, the Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Ironman & Ironwoman Competition is taking place at Kurrawa Beach on the Gold Coast. The series attracts the best of the best world athletes who battle it out for 36 available spots. A $200,000 prize pot is up for grabs, making this competition a pretty big deal.

Defending Nutri-Grain champion Zane Holmes will compete for his sixth title in 11 seasons."The 27-year-old Holmes is not only priming himself to win the crown again but he wants to leave nothing to chance.

"Obviously I want to defend my title but I want to win it well,” Holmes said today when he caught up with his Telstra Southern Queensland Sunfish teammates and some of his keenest rivals at Kurrawa Beach, the venue for this weekend’s opening two rounds.

The competition is sure to be exciting. If you are going, consider a trip to Gold Coast International Hotel Rumored to be a surfer's paradise, the hotel offers awesome ocean views.
tags: Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Iron Man Rydges Zane Holmes Rydges Gold Coast posted by Heather at 7.26 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 30 December 2008 Sydney Brings in the New Year with Green Fireworks Spending New Year's Eve in Sydney? Well, you will be privy to an eco-friendly fireworks show. Fireworks traditionally contain toxic chemicals that are harmful to the environment and pretty toxic to the public as well. Researchers recently developed new pyrotechnic formulas that replace perchlorate with nitrogen-rich materials that burn cleaner and produce less smoke.

Sydney has promised a green fireworks show. The city will welcome 2009 with a carbon neutral display and the City of Sydney council will order a carbon audit into its all New Year's Eve activities.

More than a million people show up for the famed Sydney fireworks every year, so go early and stake out a great spot on the Opera steps or the Circular Quay. tags: Sydney posted by Heather at 8.49 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 10 December 2008 Eat Christmas Dinner Every Friday With Rydges blog.rydges.com

Imagine eating an entire Christmas feast every Friday in December. You can, if you stay at Rydges North Melbourne. Ok, so it's not the most calorie-conscious decision, but it's only for one month.

Guests will be treated to a full Christmas buffet complete with ham, turkey, salads and the quintessential Christmas pudding. Don't sweat the details, as there are no room hire or booking fees and no minimum numbers.

Rydges North Melbourne is sophisticated, comfortable and very close to the airport. Let's face it, after all that food you will want a good bed to rest. Rooms are "simple, fresh and stylish," with light wood furnishings and plenty of amenities.

Honestly, I can't get enough delicious food at the holidays and I know Rydges agrees. I don't plan to worry about the calories....until January, that is.

tags: Rydges Rydges North Melbourne posted by Heather at 8.36 AM 0 comments
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