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Thursday, 12 August 2010 Bed and Breakfast Weekend at Rydges on Swanston Hotel Melbourne When was the last time $1 took you anywhere? Rydges on Swanston Hotel Melbourne is offering a new Bed and Breakfast Weekend where a handful of change will get you pretty far at this Melbourne hotel.

-Room Upgrade for just $1.00
-Overnight car parking for just $1.00
-Daily Cocktail in PRIME Bar for just $1.00

Rydges on Swanston Melbourne Hotel is conveniently located in Carlton - one of Melbourne’s best known cosmopolitan centres. Carlton is just north of Melbourne's CBD and boasts a diverse range of outstanding restaurants, shops, cultural activities and night spots. Carlton attractions include Melbourne University, Lygon Square and the traditional Italian eateries of Lygon Street. tags: Rydges on Swanston Melbourne Bed & Breakfast Weekend Melbourne hotel deals posted by Heather at 3.49 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 15 June 2010 Order Tapas from iPads at Mundo Global Tapas Head to Rydges North Sydney's coolest restaurant, Mundo Global Tapas, and experience an ordering system based entirely on Apple's iPad.

Run by a custom made application, the interactive menus allow guests to preview their dishes and order through the use of the fun toy, however those less technically-inclined shouldn't worry,as waiters are still available throughout the restaurant.

Mundo Global Tapas + Bar is located at Rydes North Sydney, 54 McLaren Street North Sydney NSW 2060. For restaurant bookings and further information, please call (02) 9965 5123 or visit mundo.com.au tags: Mundo Rydges North Sydney posted by Heather at 6.20 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 22 May 2010 Get Carried Away with the Rydges Melbourne Sex and the City Package Rydges Melbourne Movie Pass Package

From $270 per night...

GIRLS GIRLS GIRLS! Its almost time for the Sex and the City 2 movie to be released and Rydges Melbourne is the place to be! Get your girlfriends together and join us to 'Carrie On' drinking cosmo's with the Girls in the City - secure your seat to the most anticipated film of the year! Rydges Melbourne is offering an exclusive movie package including Accomodation in a Deluxe Twin Room, Full Buffet Breakfast for 2, Cosmopolitan's in the Locanda, fantastic Pamper packs and 2 tickets to Sex and the City 2! Do not miss out, book this fantastic package now or call our friendly reservations team on (03) 9662 0511.

Here's what you will receive Accomodation for 2 in a Deluxe Twin Room:
-Full Buffet Breakfast for 2
-Rydges Pamper Packs for 2
-Cosmopolitan Cocktails for 2
-Sex and the City 2 Movie Tickets for 2

Valid: Tuesday, 1 June 2010 to Wednesday, 30 June 2010
Location: Rydges Melbourne

Terms & Conditions:
Based on 2 people in a Deluxe Room. Valid for June 2010

Book Online Now:
To book please use the booking panel on the right hand side of this page. tags: Rydges Melbourne Sex and the City 2 posted by Heather at 7.19 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 10 April 2010 Bed & Breakfast Deals at Rydges Melbourne This Autumn Stay in Melbourne this Autumn and take advantage of affordable hotel deals at Rydges Melbourne. Rates start at just $149/night and include breakfast.

Melbourne is gearing up for an excellent theatre season that includes huge Broadway hits like Mamma Mia, Fame and Jersey Boys. Plus the return of the AFL season is always exciting.

Book a stay between Thursday, 1st April and Monday, 31 May 2010 for just $149 and enjoy:

- Overnight accommodation in a Deluxe room for two people
- Full Buffet Breakfast for two people in Locanda

tags: Rydges Melbourne Melbourne hotel deals posted by Heather at 4.52 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 27 March 2010 Plan a Quick Easter Getaway with Rydges and Get Free Breakfast and Free Internet Studies show that two amenities people love to get for free at hotels are Internet access and breakfast. Stay 2 nights or more at any Rydges Hotel or Resort between 29 March and 9 April 2010 and you get both! Plan a quick Easter getaway and take advantage of these super savings.

This special Easter promotion ends at 12pm Friday, 9 April 2010, so stop surfing the Internet and book your next spontaneous vacation now! tags: rydges easter specials posted by Heather at 3.19 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 20 March 2010 Affordable Family Easter at Rydges Parramatta Sydney Looking for a great Sydney hotel to celebrate Easter with your family? Check out the Easter Show Package by Rydges Parramatta Sydney. The offer is available from 1 April to 14 April 2010.

Here's the details:

-Kids under 12 stay free when using existing bedding
-Full buffet breakfast, including children 12 years and under
-Easter show entry tickets
-Free Easter egg surprise for the children
-Free return shuttle bus to Easter show

Isn't it time you took the family for a quick holiday? Now you can take advantage of this affordable offer and save yourself time, money and the hassle of finding a place to feed the kids in the morning. tags: rydges parramatta sydney easter hotel specials sydney hotel specials posted by Heather at 8.11 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 13 March 2010 Rydges Easter Sale Includes Free Breakfast & Free Internet Experience the Rydges Easter Hotel Sale! Enjoy FREE breakfast for 2 people and FREE in-room internet when you stay at least two nights at any Rydges Hotel or Resort between 29 March and 9 April 2010.

Everyone needs a spontaneous break once in awhile, and Rydges offers over 30 hotels across Australia and New Zealand to help you plan that quick holiday. Go visit family you haven't seen for awhile, or grab a few mates and party like rock stars. The Rydges Easter Sale is not to be missed! tags: rydges easter sale free breakfast free internet posted by Heather at 9.37 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 6 February 2010 Cairns Weddings on Facebook Planning a wedding in Cairns this year? Check out the new Facebook page of Rydges Esplanade Cairns.We are happy to share our display of some of the most recent weddings held here at the resort.

If you have a Facebook page, become a fan of Rydges Esplanade Cairns and stay tuned for news and updates about our hotel.You can also read feedback from our Brides and Grooms and be the first to see when we update our wedding photos. tags: Rydges Esplanade Cairns posted by Heather at 9.07 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 23 January 2010 Rydges Auckland Has a New Look Want a great hotel near Auckland's CBD? Grab your mates and head to Rydges Auckland.Walk to the Casino and the Viaduct's thriving bars and restaurants and enjoy newly renovated guestrooms.

All rooms at Rydges Auckland enjoy views of the inner city, while some offer sweeping views of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and the Waitemata Harbour. The new Rydges Auckland Bar & Cafe Deli is fantastic - a brilliant new spot to sip wine or coffee martinis. tags: Rydges Auckland Auckland hotels Rydges Auckland Cafe posted by Heather at 6.44 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 5 January 2010 Perfect Weekend Escape at Rydges Cronulla Have you been enjoying the Australian summer as much as we have? Need a weekend away? How about an affordable weekend escape at Rydges Cronulla Beach? Sneak away for a secret rendezvous with our new Beach Hideaway Package and enjoy one night's accommodation, breakfast and champagne.

Rydges Cronulla Beach offers a variety of fantastic amenities for celebrating couples such as supremely comfortable Rydges Dream Beds, the Refresh Face and Body Spa and beach dining at Raffles Restaurant. tags: Rydges Cronulla Beach Sydney hotel Sydney hotel specials posted by Heather at 9.33 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 15 December 2009 Take a Break Package at Rydges Melbourne Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? How about a great Melbourne hotel package that won't stretch your wallet too much? Check out the Take a Break Package at Rydges Melbourne. For just $159, you get overnight accommodations and a fabulous buffet breakfast for two.

Located in the heart of the city’s vibrant theatre district and within walking distance to sporting grounds, Melbourne's exclusive Collins Street boutiques and the famous Bourke Street Mall, Rydges Melbourne is 'the' place to stay. Where else can you find the most fantastic 4.5 star accommodations plus breakfast - all for just $159?

Valid: Tuesday, 24 November 2009 to Sunday, 31 January 2010 tags: Rydges Melbourne Melbourne hotel packages posted by Heather at 9.17 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 10 November 2009 Rydges Canberra Announces New NGA Masterpieces Hotel Packages For the first time ever, the city of Canberra will play host to 12 incredibly famous works of art. Beginning December 4, 2009, you can visit the National Gallery of Australia and experience Masterpieces from Paris: Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cezanne and Beyond. Art lovers are bound to travel cross-country to see this exciting exhibit, and Rydges Canberra hotels are offering a great package to entice you to stay with us.

The Rydges NGA Masterpieces from Paris Package is available at Rydges Lakeside Canberra, Rydges Capital Hill Canberra and Rydges Eagle Hawk Resort Canberra. To book visit www.rydges.com/masterpieces. All three Rydges Canberra hotels will offer:

•Overnight accommodation for two people
•Full buffet breakfast for two people
•NGA Masterpieces from Paris exhibition tickets for two people

Rydges Canberra hotels offer comfortable accommodations along with great amenities to those visiting the nation’s Capital. Rydges Lakeside Canberra features close proximity to Canberra’s CBD and The National Gallery as well as spectacular views. Comparatively, Rydges Eagle Hawk is set amongst 30 acres of natural landscaped native gardens and offers visitors to the ACT region the ideal Canberra accommodation solution. Rydges Capital Hill Canberra is just steps from Parliament House and features an indoor heated pool and fitness centre.

Enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience and stay at one of our fabulous Rydges Canberra hotels!
tags: Rydges Canberra Rydges NGA Masterpieces hotel package posted by Heather at 8.12 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 28 October 2009 Spend your Christmas at Rydges on Swanston Melbourne Get out of the kitchen this Christmas and enjoy a fabulous lunch at Rydges on Swanston Melbourne's sophisticated restaurant - Prime. Enjoy a gourmet buffet with family and friends at PRIME while enjoying spectacular views of Lincoln Square Park. The buffet will be filled with fresh seafood, local produce as well as carved meats.

To book your festive Christmas Day buffet lunch at Rydges on Swanston Melbourne, contact:

Sam Loader
Rydges on Swanston
Phone: 03 9347 7811
Email: sam_loader@rydges.com tags: Rydges on Swanston Melbourne Melbourne hotel specials Melbourne hotel Christmas specials posted by Heather at 9.16 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 15 October 2009 Freedom Festival 2009 Freedom Festival 2009 is a supreme combination of music and entertainment. It is a festival with larger-than-life proportions and is stage to some of the most respected names and world class dancers and performers.

Freedom Festival 2009 has combined the some of the world best global talent and topped it of with live performances.The "Theme Park" will consist of four stages: House, Trance, Hip hop/Baltimore and an exclusive VIP arena.

Freedom Festival 2009 is celebrating the producers who have made music what it is today. It’s not just about the names; its about the producers behind those household names.

The international talent on this year's Freedom Festival DJ line up is followed.

Marco V – (Netherlands)
Klaas – (Germany)
Scot Project - (Germany)
Agnelli & Nelson - (UK)
Dabruck & Klein - (Italy)
Eddie Thonieck - (Germany)
Thomas Gold (Germany)
Rank 1 (Netherlands)
Wippenburg – (Germany)
Terri B (Live Vocalist) -
Steve Edwards (Live Vocal) - (England)
Alex K (live 5 piece band)

LOCAL ARTISTS INCLUDE:

Stafford Brothers. Feat Timmy Trumpet
Sunset Bros.
Outsource
Rollback City
Steve play
John Glover
Venuto
Andre Jay
Royal Crew
KCB
Robbie Santiago
Joe Amoroso
Cadell
Luke Classic

If you are headed to Parramatta Stadium on Saturday, 7 November 2009, consider staying at Rydges Parramatta.

Rydges Parramatta has a modern, spacious and relaxed atmosphere and is just a short journey to Parramatta's CBD, retail outlets and Westfield Parramatta. The hotel is located directly opposite Rosehill Gardens Racecourse and is close to all Sydney's most exciting attractions.

Rydges Parramatta Services and Amenities
- 151 guestrooms with Rydges Dream Beds
- 13 Conference Rooms
- Indoor heated pool
- Two restaurants, three bars

Check out Rydges Parramatta online for our best available accommodation rates guaranteed. tags: Rydges Parramatta Freedom Festival Theme Park posted by Heather at 8.54 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 26 September 2009 Rydges Bell City Turns One and Celebrates Big Wow, it's been one year since the opening of Rydges Bell City. We would like to invite you to celebrate with us....and celebrate we will.

Exciting specials will include Sleep & Go FREE Drinks, Rydges Trio of Dips offer and Rydges PriorityGUEST FREE Birthday gifts.

We invite the whole community & guests to our Open Day on Sunday 18th October 2009 from 11am - 3pm. This festivity includes FREE fun activities for the kids including face painting, handball competition, jumping castle and a treasure hunt. There will also be a FREE sausage sizzle, live music and tours of all Bell City has to offer.

Thanks for supporting Bell City for the past year. We look forward to seeing you for many birthdays to come! tags: Rydges Bell City Melbourne hotels Melbourne hotel specials posted by Heather at 4.10 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 12 September 2009 Rydges Kensington Plaza Gets Kudos Thanks to Rodger Q, a fellow blogger on www.Londonhotel.com for his comments on Rydges Kensington Plaza. We couldn't be more pleased that you enjoyed our staff, the size of our guest suites, and the location of the hotel. Come back anytime! tags: londonhotel.com Rydges Kensington Plaza posted by Heather at 7.55 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 5 September 2009 Wicked the Musical with Rydges World Square Sydney The Broadway Musical Wicked, the untold story of the Witches of Oz, is coming to Sydney in September 2009 at the Capitol Theatre Sydney. Based around two girls who meet in the Land of Oz, one who is beautiful, popular and very ambitious; the other misunderstood with emerald skin become unlikely friends.

The most spellbinding musical in years portrays how both of these ladies become Glinda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West. Winner of a Grammy and 3 Tony awards, Wicked has been successful worldwide with productions in New York, London’s West End, Los Angeles, Tokyo and a North American Tour.

Just blocks from the Capitol Theatre, Rydges World Square is the perfect place to relax and laugh the night away after the show. tags: Rydges World Square posted by Heather at 6.29 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 29 August 2009 Experience Floriade with Rydges Lakeside Canberra Ever experienced Floriade? From 12 September to 11 October in Canberra's Commonwealth Park, you can sample regional food and wine, learn from informative workshops and educational demonstrations and meander amongst magnificent flowers in the heart of the nation’s capital. Stay at Rydges Lakeside Canberra and get a great deal.

This year's Floriade will have a "Mind, Body, Soul" theme, combining zen-like spa treatments with amazing floral displays. What could be better? Get a facial or a hand treatment and enjoy gorgeous scenery.

When you need a rest from your travels visit Rydges Lakeside Canberra, and enjoy overnight accommodation and a full buffet breakfast for only $145/night.

tags: Rydges Lakeside Canberra Floriade Floriade Canberra posted by Heather at 2.11 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 22 August 2009 Book Your Christmas Party at Rydges South Bank Brisbane With September upon us, one can't help but start to think about the upcoming holiday season. Holiday parties are fun, but who can afford to throw one anymore? Luckily, Rydges South Bank is offering a fabulous deal at the Parklands Restaurant. Celebrate the Festive Season with a Christmas Party at Parklands Restaurant and pay only $75.00 per person.

Indulge your senses with our sumptuous Seafood Buffet with all the trimmings on Friday and Saturday nights throughout November and December.

Enjoy a night out listening to the soothing Jazz tunes of famous Brisbane entertainer Wiley Reed and his band whilst indulging in market fresh seafood, a selection of hot dishes, an array of salads and indulgent handcrafted desserts.

Beverage packages are available on request.

Also, available for your Christmas Party are our all-inclusive packages from $115** per person in a Private Function Room.

ADDITIONAL SPECIAL OFFER:
Book your Christmas Party in a private function room at Rydges South Bank this festive season and receive 2 free accommodation rooms. The accommodation rooms are to be used on the night of the event or presented in vouchers for your lucky door prize. The accommodation is in a Deluxe Queen Room including full buffet breakfast for 2 people and complimentary valet car parking. Conditions apply.

For more information and to organise your Christmas Party call 07 3364 0899.

*Available every Friday and Saturday night 06/11/09 to 19/12/09.
**Subject to availability. Minimums apply Friday and Saturday nights for private functions. tags: Rydges South Bank Brisbane Rydges hotels Rydges holiday rates Rydges Christmas specials Parklands Restaurant Brisbane hotel specials posted by Heather at 4.29 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 15 August 2009 Mundo Global Tapas Opens at Rydges North Sydney The busy streets of north Sydney will soon host another fantastic restaurant, and this time it's at Rydges North Sydney. MUNDO Global Tapas offers chic tasting dishes, interesting wines and a full bar. Plus, you can enter the Mundo Global Cocktails Contest to win a party for you and 19 friends.

tags: North Sydney hotel Rydges North Sydney Mundo Global Tapas posted by Heather at 6.34 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 7 August 2009 XPD Games partners with Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns The 5th edition of XPD will bring up to 200 Australian and International athletes to Cairns from 17-28 May 2010 to complete 700km of adventure racing in the disciplines of trekking, mountain biking, kayaking and roping.

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns will be the headquarters of the 5th edition of XPD and will be the main spot for all pre and post race activities. Our advice is to book early, as the Cairns hotel is sure to sell out fast.

For more information on the event, contact Craig Bycroft on 0419 427 244 or craig@geocentricoutdoors.com.au tags: Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Cairns hotels XPD games Rydges posted by Heather at 8.44 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 1 August 2009 Stay with Rydges for Festival Cairns Festival Cairns will celebrate it's 47th year starting 21 August.Held over a three-week period, Festival Cairns features a packed programme of creative, cultural and sporting events. First held in 2002, it has quickly established itself as one of North Queensland's best-loved events.

The city becomes the stage for fun and festivities with a mixture of small and large-scale events held in various Cairns venues. Events include food and wine exhibitions, live music, performances by guest artists and multicultural and community celebrations that showcase the region's diverse talents.

Stay at Rydges Esplanade Cairns and experience Festival Cairns from a hotel close to all the action.Overlooking the picturesque Coral Sea on the Cairns Esplanade, our Cairns hotel is offering great rates to ensure your stay is filled with value-friendly fun. Check us out and enjoy Festival Cairns! tags: Festival Cairns Cairns hotels Rydges Esplanade Cairns posted by Heather at 2.45 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 25 July 2009 Join the Rydges Elephant Walk and Win Big! The world's longest elephant walk is taking place now at Rydges. Check out http://www.seebabyelephant.com.au/ and upload your picture. Join the worldwide celebration of the Taronga's Zoo's newest baby elephant.

In celebration of the new baby, Rydges North Sydney is offering a fun and special family and couples packages sure to delight everyone in your herd.

Take the kids to Taronga Zoo with the ultimate family breakaway at Rydges North Sydney. Package for 2 adults and 2 kids includes overnight accommodation, Zoo tickets, buffet breakfast and parking.

Take your special someone to Taronga Zoo with the fabulous breakaway at Rydges North Sydney. Package for 2 adults overnight accommodation, Zoo tickets, buffet breakfast and parking.

Plus, book a trip with us in the next three months and you could win a family holiday on the Gold Coast at the famed Rydges Gold Coast International Hotel! tags: Rydges North Sydney Taronga Zoo posted by Heather at 5.02 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 14 July 2009 Stay at Rydges North Sydney 3 Days & 2 Nights for $179 Plan a trip to North Sydney and save.Stay 3 days and 2 nights for only $179 at Rydges North Sydney with early check-in, late check-out and no booking fees.

Rydges North Sydney is perfectly positioned close to the north business district and is just a short drive over Sydney's iconic bridge to the Central Business District.On-site dining, flexible meeting spaces and free wi-fi add to the hotel's already stellar appeal. Check out Rydges North Sydney today! tags: Rydges North Sydney Sydney hotel deals posted by Heather at 4.50 AM 0 comments
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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, 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 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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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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Thursday, 27 November 2008 Rydges Offers 20% off Food and Cocktails There are plenty of reasons to enjoy a good meal and a cocktail or two this time of year. Fortunately, Rydges understands your need to party with friends and is offering 20% off at select bars and restaurants. Additionally, you receive a free bottle of wine for every five people. How great is that? Of course, there are some rules and conditions, but the offer is pretty fantastic.

tags: Rydges hotels Rydges Christmas posted by Heather at 6.04 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 18 November 2008 Feel like a VIP with Rydges Priority Guest Program Who doesn't want to live their life on the Guest List? I know I value any opportunity to be considered VIP. Rydges wants you to feel exclusive when you stay at a Rydges property, and demonstrates this with their new Rydges PriorityGuest program. Become part of the program and earn special rewards at 30 properties at Rydges hotels in New Zealand, Australia, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. Check out the details below...

*Book online - Get 10% OFF our best available rate
*Earn reward points for future free stays
*20% off food and beverages (excludes breakfast)
*webcheck-in and mobile bookings
*Late check out at 1pm
*A complimentary welcome back beverage
*Up to 50% off in-room wired Internet access

tags: Rydges Priority Guest posted by Heather at 7.51 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 29 October 2008 Rydges Bell City Offers New York Style and Sophistication blog.rydges.com

This week, Rydges announced the opening of Rydges Bell City, a great spot for those desiring centralized proximity to Melbourne CBD and Melbourne's International airport.

Deemed "very New York," for their cool Manhattan-style studio guestrooms, Rydges Bell City offers complimentary shuttle service to drive you around the area, a relaxing pool and high-speed Internet access.

If you would like to learn more about Rydges Bell City, feel free to visit the hotel on www.rydges.com. tags: Rydges Melbourne hotels Rydges Bell City posted by Heather at 7.50 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 23 October 2008 Rydges Banktown Beds Get People Excited The pillows at Rydges Banktown in Sydney are pretty fantastic, as a fellow travel blogger was nice enough to point out this week. Thanks to the Miles Family.

"You know how at most hotels you get 2 pillows and they are either completely flat or so over stuffed that your neck hurts from sleeping on it?
I think I had 6 actual pillows... not including decorative ones... and they were all perfect!" tags: Rydges Banktown Rydges Hotels posted by Heather at 6.45 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 18 October 2008 Journalist Speaks About Global Warming at Gladstone's Rydges Hotel Earlier this week, science journalist and broadcaster Robyn Williams gave a speech at Gladstone's Rydges Hotel deemed, "Dealing With an Inconvenient Future."

Williams feels his journalist role makes him accountable for supporting global warming, and believes scientists often understate the issue to prevent the public from losing interest. Since the phrase has become so cliche, the subject is in danger of falling into the background of our minds.

Williams reminded the crowd that global warming is no longer a debatable issue, but a proven fact, and stated several initiatives world governments should explore more thoroughly, such as solar power. His most powerful statement was, "for the price of a cup of coffee each day, the United States could reduce its carbon emissions by 90% cent by the year 2030."
tags: Rydges Gladstone global warming Robyn Williams posted by Heather at 6.52 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 26 September 2008 Rydges Announces Green Globe Hotels Have you noticed how many hotels have become eco-friendly? Today, it seems that almost every hotel chain has some sort of “green” to it, whether it offers a simply recycling program or is actually constructed entirely from recycled or sustainable materials. Additionally, today’s modern traveler is not just thinking about the spa and the restaurant at the hotel, but is also considering whether or not a hotel is considered eco-friendly before booking.

Rydges is proud to offer two hotels that are Green Globe Bronze Benchmarked Hotels - Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown and Capitol Square Hotel in Sydney. What does this mean, you ask? The Green Globe program helps organizations address the major environmental challenges facing our planet today. They specifically address these key performance areas:

•Reduction in green house gas emissions
•Energy efficiency, conservation and management
•Reduction in the consumption of fresh water and resources
•Ecosystem conservation and management
•Support for local community development
•Improved management of social and cultural issues
•Improved land use planning and management
•Improved air quality and noise reduction
•Improved waste water management
•Waste minimization, reuse and recycling

These two hotels were painstakingly reviewed on a number of factors including energy consumption, paper product and cleaning product use, community commitment and waste disposal. Both have earned the right to display the Green Globe Benchmarked logo. Congratulations to both properties!

tags: Green Globe Green hotels Rydges hotels posted by Heather at 6.31 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 18 April 2008 Rydges Sabaya Resort on YouTube Take a look at the newly renovated Rydges Sabaya Resort Video Tour on YouTube:

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Wednesday, 12 March 2008 Wolverine Spotted at Rydges Campbelltown The famous X-Man, Hugh Jackman, was recently spotted at the Rydges Campbelltown Sydney, where he stayed while he was filming his newest feature film, "Wolverine". Unlike his tough on-screen persona, Rydges Campbelltown General Manager Jo Acott said Jackman was "very down to earth, a nice, unassuming man." As it turns out, Jackman wasn't the only star staying at the hotel, the staff also got to know Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, & Dominic Monaghan (of LOST fame), who all will star in the new film, set for release in 2009. tags: Rydges Campbelltown Wolverine posted by Dave at 8.56 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 23 February 2008 Rydges Port Douglas Welcomes New Executive Chef Rydges is proud to welcome a brand new Executive Chef, Mr. Lance Seeto, to the Sakinah House Restaurant at the Rydges Port Douglas. Bringing over 20 years of experience in the hospitaliy industry, Seeto has previously worked at the Cable Beach Club in Broome and the Ayers Rock Resort in the Northern Territory. He brings a unique approach to resort dining by using local produce, helping to make the experience more authentic for travelers. Come sample Seeto's culinary talents at the Sakinah House, where you can enjoy local produce, seafood, and meats from the Tablelands, Great Barrier Reef & Rainforest regions. tags: Rydges Port Douglas Port Douglas Dining posted by Dave at 8.36 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 16 February 2008 Rydges Capricorn Family Friendly Resort Recently, the Rydges Resort Capricorn Resort in Yeppoon was nominated as one of the Top 10 Family Friendly Resorts in Australia 2008 by "Holidays with the Kids" Magazine. Selections are made from a wide variety of categories which include activities and facilities for kids, staff hospitality, childcare and babysitting services, quality of accommodation, location, accessibility, safety, fun for the entire family, value for money and overall experience. Come experience a relaxing Queensland vacation with Rydges, and take advantage of great special rates at the Rydges Capricorn. tags: Rydges Capricorn Family Vacations Queensland posted by Dave at 8.17 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 9 February 2008 National Multicultural Festival in Canberra This February, enjoy all the festivities of the National Multicultural Festival in Canberra, a 10 day celebration of the world's cultures. Taking place from the 8th to the 17th, this festival gives you the unique opportunity to experience a wide variety of people and places without ever leaving Australia. For example, experience cultures as wide-ranging as Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Ghana, India, Mexico, Turkey, & more in dance, theatre, musical, comedy, film, and art exhibitions. Help plan out your next global travel adventure at the Rydges Lakeside Canberra, just a stone's throw from all of the festivities. tags: National Multicultural Festival Rydges Lakeside Canberra posted by Dave at 7.29 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 2 February 2008 Celebrate Valentine's Day with Rydges This Valentine's Day, let us help make yours one to remember. Whether you're celebrating with a special someone or even if you like to consider February 14th "Singles Apppreciation Day", you can take advantage of unbeatable rates through our PriorityGUEST program. Our unique Valentine's deal includes a full breakfast for two, chocolates & sparkling wine, and a late check-out at 3pm. tags: Valentine's with Rydges Valentine's Day posted by Dave at 3.22 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 19 January 2008 Australia Day Weekender in Cairns blog.rydges.com

This Australia Day, celebrate up in Tropical North Queensland with our Australia Day Weekender package in Cairns. At the Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, enjoy a special rate for a minimum of 2 nights, which includes full buffet breakfast, 2 bottles of beer, 1 bottle of sparkling wine, and the kids can even stay for free. This January 26th, enjoy all of the festivities in one of the country's most beautiful regions, Cairns. tags: Australia Day Weekender Rydges Cairns posted by Dave at 8.23 AM 2 comments
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Saturday, 12 January 2008 Get 2008 Off to a Great Start in Queensland blog.rydges.com

In this New Year, take advantage of what's left of the warm summer up in Tropical Queensland, and enjoy the 'green' season up North. This time of year in Cairns, the jungles are flourishing, the surf is healthy, and the beach doesn't get any better. Travel options in Queensland vary from picturesque balloon rides and 4 wheel drive excurisions, to wind-surfing along the coast and a once-in-a-lifetime diving experience along the Great Barrier Reef. Plus, with a wide variety of great specials and packages to choose from, the timing for a Cairns vacation has never been better. tags: Queensland Vacation Rydges Cairns posted by Dave at 2.54 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 5 January 2008 National Wine Centre in Adelaide blog.rydges.com

Need a reason to visit Adelaide? Recently, the National Wine Centre of Australia opened in town, offering a unique opportunity to discover the world of of Australian wines. Learn the history of Australia's booming wine industry from experts, take a stroll through a vineyard, enjoy hands-on demonstrations, and sample some of the best wines. After a day out at the Wine Centre, enjoy relaxing accommodations at the nearby Rydges South Park Adelaide, and enjoy a Bed & Breakfast Weekend. tags: National Wine Centre Rydges Adelaide posted by Dave at 7.54 AM 2 comments
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Friday, 21 December 2007 Christmas with Rydges blog.rydges.com

This Christmas, enjoy a festive celebration with us at Rydges. For instance, at the Rydges Melbourne, enjoy several Christmas feast options such as smoked chicken with avocado and fruit salsa, asian salad, turkey roulade, king prawns, and char-grilled beef filet. Plus, with each booking of a dinner, receive a double pass to Greater Union cinemas and a 1/2 hour cocktail party the night of the event. Find out more details here.

Also, at the Rydges South Bank Brisbane, choose from two Christmas Day Buffets at the Level 12 Rooftop and Parklands Restaurant/Boulevard. Enjoy great views and a festive atmosphere, and sample traditional roasts with all the fixings, fresh seafood, breads, several different salads, desserts, and premium drinks.

Last but not least, enjoy a Christmas meal on the coast at the Rydges Capricorn. From all of us at Rydges Hotel and Resorts, have a happy holiday season! tags: Christmas at Rydges Rydges Dinners posted by Dave at 8.54 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 14 December 2007 Rydges' Rise Bar blog.rydges.com

Start your morning off right with the Rydges Rise Breakfast Bar, which was recently unveiled at the Rydges North Sydney. At the Rise Bar, enjoy a new selection of fresh fruits like watermelons, apples, rockmelons, oranges, and pineapples, all prepared into a smoothie that goes down easy. Also, enjoy new healthier food options like low-fat pastries & muffins, free range eggs, and fresh juices. While you choose your meal, let one of our trained Rydges Baristas prepare a wide variety of quality teas and espressos for you. At Rydges, let us take care of your morning boost and help you get your day off to a good start, like this recent reviewer. tags: Rise Bar Rydges Rydges North Sydney posted by Dave at 9.01 AM 1 comments
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Friday, 7 December 2007 Rydges South Bank Brisbane Refurbishment Complete If you're looking for a nice break this summer, consider Brisbane, a vibrant city that is carefree and easygoing. While in town, try a famous ghost tour, a river cruise, or experience Brisbane Openair 2007 Festival, where you can check out great films and enjoy tasty food and drink down by the river at Rainforest Green.

If you're looking for a home base when you arrive, try the newly-renovated Rydges South Bank Brisbane. Having just completed the final stage of refurbishment, the hotel now features brand-new guest rooms which include new carpet, paint, drapes, work desk, ergonomic chair, microwaves, sofas, armchairs and an overall fresh, contemporary face-lift. Plus, all of the main public areas have been upgraded with new furnishings and design scheme.

On top of these great new additions, enjoy all of the new upgrades from the hotel's first phase of renovation, which include a completely redeveloped foyer, main entrance, bathrooms, Executive Boardroom, and Level 12 function space, complete with panoramic views of the South Bank Parklands and Brisbane CBD. tags: Rydges Brisbane Brisbane Travel posted by Dave at 7.46 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 22 November 2007 Fast Ed cooks for Rydges blog.rydges.com

Fans of TV's Better Homes and Gardens will know celebrity chef Ed Halmagyi - also known as Fast Ed - very well.

Now Rydges is proud to announce that Ed is joining the team.

Ed cooked for a full house at Rydges Campbelltown last week at a VIP lunch and cocktail party.

Read about it on the Campbelltown Macarthur Advertiser website. tags: fast ed better homes and gardens rydges campbelltown posted by stefan at 4.29 PM 0 comments
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Sunday, 4 November 2007 Rydges Fall Events Need a reason to get away for a weekend? There's a lot of great events coming up soon nearby our hotels and resorts. For example, take the chance to see Sydney from a whole new perspective with Skydive Sydney at the Rydges Campbelltown. At the Rydges Melbourne, you could have the chance to see Justin Timberlake play four different shows. Also, come witness Australia's first major Andy Warhol exhibit, just down the road from the Rydges Southbank Brisbane. Stay tuned for more travel ideas coming soon. tags: Rydges Travel Ideas posted by Dave at 9.15 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 27 October 2007 Rydges Honored in London Just announced in London, Rydges Hotels & Resorts has won the esteemed Selling Long Hauls Award 2007. Awarded in the category of "hotel that you would first recommend to clients heading to Australasia", the award is voted on by UK travel agents and represents an international assertion that Rydges is the preferred accommodation for business travel. Find out more about planning a meeting or conference here. tags: Rydges Selling Long Hauls Award posted by Dave at 7.39 AM 0 comments
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Saturday, 20 October 2007 Rydges PriorityGUEST Trip Winner blog.rydges.com

After a few months since its initiation, the Rydge PriorityGUEST program has already started to make a big impact for Rydges guests across the board. For example, just recently while staying at the
Rydges on Swanston - Melbourne for a business conference, Bill Berryman won the "trip of a lifetime", which included Business Class round-trip airfare, 7 days accommodation for two and $2,500 Aussie dollars spending cash. This special trip to London is one of many promotional prizes and special offers that we have launched together with the PriorityGUEST program. To learn more about our special new program and how it can benefit you, click here. tags: Rydges PriorityGUEST Rydges Special Offers posted by Dave at 6.47 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 21 September 2007 Hit the Surf at Port Macquarie blog.rydges.com

If you're looking for a way to escape the busy city and feel some sand between your toes, a trip to Port Macquarie could be just what you need. Starting tomorrow (September 20th) and running until the 30th, Port Macquarie will be the host for the 2007 National Bodyboarding Titles & Final Leg of Australian Pro Tour. Come experience this thrilling sport and watch some great pros in action.

For more special event travel ideas, check out the consistently updated event pages for Port Macquarie, Port Douglas, & Cairns. tags: Rydges Hotel Events posted by Dave at 6.20 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 14 September 2007 Rydges Insider Guides If you're traveling to Australia, it can be hard to decide what to do and where to go. To get a better idea of what to expect, be sure to check out the Rydges Insider. Chock full of handy information on dining, drinking, shopping, local attractions & sightseeing, these guides can make for easy trip planning in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, & Perth.

Plus, there's even the option to download the Insider guides to your Ipod, keeping all of the city info with you on the go. On your next holiday, allow us to lend a helpful hand in showing you around Oz. tags: Rydges Insider Travel Guides posted by Dave at 8.41 AM 1 comments
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Tuesday, 7 August 2007 Escape to Queensland Check out this travel article that was recently posted up on the Sydney Morning Herald. It offers an amusing Sydneysider's perspective on a winter vacation up to Queensland at the Rydges Capricorn. As the writer concludes, "Australia is a massive country- it really makes sense to use it." A holiday away doesn't always have to require a passport. tags: Queensland Travel Rydges Capricorn posted by Dave at 5.19 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 24 July 2007 Kangaroo Golf Take a look at this article that mentions the Rydges Capricorn Resort at Yeppoon. The resort is a cool escape with a Japanese restaurant that includes cooking staff and waitresses from the land of the Rising Sun. Plus, activities such as poolside massages, beach fishing, horse riding, guided wetland tours, and 18 holes of golf side by side with the kangaroos aren't half bad! tags: Rydges Capricorn Kangaroos posted by Dave at 0.19 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 6 July 2007 Port Douglas & The Movies This month, Port Douglas will be welcoming Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks as they begin filming their latest war epic, The Pacific. As the Globorati Blog points out, this is also the same time the Rydges Sabaya Resort will be re-opening after an 18 month, multi-million dollar refurbishment. Take a sneak peek at all the new changes at the image gallery, and you can also find out more about the new guestrooms & apartments here. tags: Port Douglas Rydges Sabaya Resort posted by Dave at 9.22 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 28 June 2007 Auckland Travel Check out this cool travel article about Auckland written by an observant San Franciscan. It is a very informative look at the capital of the New Zealand, and they also recommend staying at the Rydges Auckland. If you haven’t made it down to Kiwi Country yet, this article offers a few more reasons why this city has become such a popular travel destination. tags: Rydges Auckland New Zealand Travel posted by Dave at 1.58 AM 1 comments
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Saturday, 9 June 2007 Queensland Bound Winter is fast approaching Down Under, and what that means for the Aussie travel industry is that ideally Sunny Queensland should be expecting more and more crowds trying to pretend its still summer. Up north, there's plenty of great resorts to choose from, and just in time, the Rydges Port Douglas will be re-opening at the end of the month, after a multi-million dollar renovation. If you're heading to Queensland soon, check out these brand new sunglasses by Australia's Co Lab, sure to make you look, by all appearances, cool in the sun. tags: Queensland Travel Rydges Port Douglas posted by Dave at 6.57 AM 0 comments
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Friday, 18 May 2007 Dream Beds arrive at Rydges blog.rydges.com

Recently, the Rydges hotels have made a big step to become even cozier. Kicking off at nine Rydges Hotels, the 'Dream Bed' has been unveiled, a new exclusive patented bed that will be soothing sore backs, jet-lagged tourists, and restless types for years to come. Featuring a relaxing new design, expect 'Dream Beds’ and their accompanying 'Dream Pillows’ to become a staple to the Rydges experience. Have you slept on a Dream Bed? Feel free to post up your thoughts by commenting to this post. tags: Dream Beds Rydges hotels posted by Dave at 0.28 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 1 May 2007 Check out a new Cinema ad Here is a sneak preview of a Cinema ad, for Rydges World Square Sydney, that will be played at various Greater Union Cinemas.

The hotel offers luxurious accommodation in a great location, right in the heart of The World Square shopping and entertainment precinct. tags: rydges world square sydney posted by kylie at 9.25 AM 0 comments
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Tuesday, 10 April 2007 Rydges Rotorua Blog After a recent scan of the travel blogosphere, yet another blog entry was found concerning Rydges hotels. In this instance, a travelling Scot in New Zealand mentioned her stay at the Rydges Rotorua Hotel.

Thanks to Lindsay and Neil for their recent post about Rydges, and good luck with the rest of your trip around the world!

tags: New Zealand Blog Rydges Rotorua posted by Dave at 0.11 AM 0 comments
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Thursday, 5 April 2007 Flickr's New TripperMaps Already well established as a photo hosting site across cyberspace, Flickr has just developed a new innovative way to chronicle travel adventures across the globe. With the new Flickrmap, there's a new cool way to attribute your digital photos to actual spots on a Google map, with info and tags for each stop on your trip. For those viewing your photos, it's a simple point and click to view photos in the context of their location, with accompanying captions.

Also known as "TripperMap", the intro site chronicles a long trip that started in New Zealand, including several excellent photos nearby some great Rydges hotels in Auckland, Rotorua, and Christchurch. Next, the trip takes a pit stop in Melbourne, before venturing up through Asia, taking a big skip over to the Czech Republic, making a long journey across Russia to Japan, and at last shooting on down to Kiwi country. This looks like some trip, and with all of the photos and maps, it's a fun to way to virtually accompany the traveller from home.

As Australia and New Zealand are the type of destinations that have so much to offer, it's not uncommon to plan a long trip. In lieu of attaching endless photos to each email and trying to desribe amazing sights in detail, the flickr map is a novel interactive approach to chronicling your travels, making it fun for those left at home to discover just what you're up to after all. That is, at least as much as you want them to know about! tags: Rydges New Zealand Trippermap Melbourne hotel posted by Dave at 5.50 AM 1 comments
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Sunday, 25 March 2007 Family visit to Rydges Capricorn Another blog with reference to a Rydges Hotel - this time it's Rydges Capricorn Resort Yeppoon, which formed part of a family trip to Rockhampton in Queensland.

Thanks to the McCallums for submitting their post Weekend At Rydges on their blog. tags: rydges capricorn resort mccallums rockhampton blogs posted by stefan at 4.53 PM 0 comments
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Thursday, 8 March 2007 Make it Easy with Google Maps Booking travel on the internet should be fast, easy, and simple. With all the growing amounts of travel websites and 3rd-party providers, it’s clear that the sites that provide the most information quickly and with the easiest presentation can make booking travel really as easy as a couple points and clicks.

With Rydges new Google Maps integration, booking a reservation has truly made itself a one-stop shop for planning you holiday in Australia, New Zealand, Qatar, London, or Dubai. This new feature allows you to view your hotel on an updated Google Map, so that you know exactly where your accommodation lies in your destination’s area. Plus, you can easily zoom in and out to find street names and major attractions, allowing you to map out quick and easy directions to your hotel. (There's even the option for a cool satellite view where you can search for your friend's house with updated aerial photographs.)

As you see below, when booking a hotel stay with Rydges, you no longer need to stray away from the hotel’s site to view a Google Map to understand where in the city you’ll be, a great feature for booking travel in Sydney, Melbourne, or Canberra for instance.

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tags: rydges.com google maps posted by Eoin at 2.59 AM 0 comments
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Wednesday, 7 March 2007 Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns Just a couple of videos of the room and views up in Cairns from the Rydges Esplanade Resort.

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Tuesday, 6 March 2007 Port Douglas is the place to be blog.rydges.com

The township of Port Douglas is expanding and so is Rydges. The Rydges Hotel group are re-opening a new resort after a multi-million dollar redevelopment just minutes from the town of Port Douglas, Rydges Sabaya Resort Port Douglas.

Whatever reason you are travelling to Port Douglas, in Tropical North Queensland, the resort has the accommodation solution for you… from Hotel Rooms to Two Bedroom Self-Contained Apartments.

Imagine sitting at the swim up bar in the lagoon style pool, lazing on the sun-lounges, or devouring a succulent meal from the Australian cuisine menu in the hotels restaurant… what more could you ask for? tags: port douglas cairns rydges posted by stefan at 11.00 AM 0 comments
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