21 November 2009

Peppers celebrates babymoons

Peppers is a place for babymoon celebration and relaxation

For parents-to-be, the latest must-do is a babymoon, one last relaxing and romantic vacation before the baby arrives.

Peppers Retreats, Resorts and Hotels specializes in indulgent getaways for couples including calming massages, de-stress beauty and body treatments and superb dining and exquisite delights to satisfy cravings. Peppers CEO Bob East says that Peppers is renowned for its romantic holiday offerings in some of the most scenic areas of Australia and New Zealand. "The time before a baby born is very special and we understand that this holiday is all about exceptional moments, privacy and relaxation.”

A selection of Babymoon packages available at Peppers include:

Peppers Spicers Peak – Scenic Rim, Queensland
Two nights luxury accommodation, a welcome gift on arrival, a soothing pregnancy massage for Mum and a calming hot stone massage for Dad, a variety of luscious foods for morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch to satisfy almost all of those food cravings, non-alcoholic beverage selection, as well as beer and wine (for Dad), 24 hour beverage service and complimentary in-room bar, chef’s selection of canapés, seven-course degustation dinner on each evening, tailored to your specific dietary requirements, gourmet breakfast delivered to your suite, superior L’Occitane amenities, nightly turndown service, a gift for the parents and new baby including a fine quality L’Occitane pamper package, baby book and more. This all-inclusive package is $1,340 per person. For reservations call 1300 773 452 or email spicerspeak@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Palm Bay, Whitsundays, Queensland
Three nights accommodation for two people, complimentary welcome drink on arrival, hot and cold breakfast daily, three course a la carte dinner for two each evening, use of non-motorised water sports, endota day spa one hour pregnancy massage for Mum and one hour massage for Dad and return transfers from Shute Harbour to Peppers Palm Bay. This package is $936 per couple per night staying in a hideaway bure. For reservations call 1300 987 600 or email palmbay@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Pier Resort, Hervey Bay, Queensland
Includes accommodation in a one bedroom suite which is fully contained with a king sized bed and spa ensuite, welcome chocolates, sparkling, bath salts as well as bathrobes and slippers for the use of the stay. From $263 per couple per night. For reservations on 07 4194 9700 or email pierresort@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Convent, Hunter Valley, New South Wales
Weekend Babymoon package includes two nights accommodation, buffet breakfast daily, one three course dinner for two at Robert's Restaurant, a one hour massage or facial per person at endota Spa, luxurious basket of bath salts and crystals, and pre-dinner drinks and canapés (Valid Friday and Saturday). From $1209 per couple in a deluxe room. Add $100 per couple to upgrade to a superior room. Midweek Babymoon package includes overnight accommodation, buffet breakfast daily, one three course dinner for two at Robert's Restaurant, a one hour massage or facial per person at endota Spa, luxurious basket of bath salts and crystals, and pre-dinner drinks and canapés (Valid Sunday – Thursday). From $750 per couple in a deluxe room Add $40 per couple to upgrade to a superior room. For reservations, please call 02 4993 8999 or email convent@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Anchorage, Port Stephens
Includes two nights accommodation in an King Anchorage room, Full buffet breakfast daily, homemade chocolates & two Crown Lagers, three Course Dinner for two on one evening, ½ Hour head and neck massage plus mini pedicure for ladies and a one hour massage for the men in our couples treatment room, plus a special gift from Peppers Anchorage to take for when your bundle of joy arrive.  From $950 per couple. For reservations please call 02 4984 2555 or email anchorage@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Manor House, Southern Highlands
Includes accommodation for two people in a spa suite, chocolates and strawberries on arrival, luxury spa pampering pack, one 60 minute massage or facial, full country breakfast for two and one three course a la carte dinner for two at Katers. 1 night from $751 staying Sunday to Thursday or 2 nights from $671.50 per night at weekends (Minimum 2 night stay on Friday and Saturday). For reservations please call 02 4860 3111 or email manorhouse@peppers.com.au

Peppers Springs Retreat & Spa, Hepburn Springs, Victoria
Includes two nights accommodation in a traditional room, delicious hot cooked breakfast on both mornings, Mineral Spa treatments, a handmade Lark gift and a 15% discount card to be used in Lark’s new Daylesford store. Mothers to be will enjoy an all-encompassing 75 minute spa session combining three of the most popular LI’TYA treatments to create a deluxe pampering experience. Included are the Miji Jina foot treatment, Miji Polama hand treatment and the Mirri facial - a perfect combination covering all the zone therapy areas to recharge the body and enhance overall equilibrium. And dads don’t miss out, with the package including a relaxing 90 minute remedial massage designed to realign and rebalance. Priced from $995 per couple, the pampering pre-baby escape. For reservations please call 03 5348 2202 or email springs@peppers.com.au.

Peppers The Sands Resort, Torquay
Includes overnight accommodation in a studio room, breakfast, two course dinner excluding beverages, sparkling wine & pamper pack. From350 per couple per night for stays 1 Oct – 19 Dec 2009 and 21 Jan - 30 Apr 2010 and from $363 staying 20 Dec 2009– 20 Jan 2010. For Reservations please call 03 5264 3333 or email sands@peppers.com.au

Peppers Calstock, Deloraine Tasmania
Enjoy accommodation in Deluxe Queen room at Peppers Calstock. Your babymoon package includes a full set French style breakfast and our chef’s 3 course set dinner menu of the freshest local produce creating a delightful taste indulgence, plus chocolates on arrival. From $515 per couple per night for reservations on 03 6362 2642 or email calstock@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Seaport, Launceston Tasmania
Includes two nights accommodation, Tasmanian chocolates in the room on arrival, a la carte breakfast, one three course dinner for two people, a choice of either a full body massage or a facial for both mum and dad and a gift for the new baby. Priced from $350 per couple per night, bookings can be made on 03 6345 3333 or email seaport@peppers.com.au.

Peppers Bluewater Resort, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Includes studio accommodation full buffet breakfast per person, two Hot Pools passes with steam and sauna entry, one “Pregnancy Massage” and one “Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage” at Alpine Springs and Spa from $NZ315 per night. For reservations please call + 64 3 380 7000 or email bluewater@peppers.co.nz.


Peppers on the Point, Lake Rotorua, New Zealand
Includes two nights accommodation including full breakfast each morning, on one evening pre-dinner drinks and canapés, a four-course gourmet dinner for two and a one hour pre natal massage for her and a one hour relaxing massage for him. From $NZ1780 per night (til Dec 20). For reservations please call + 64 7 348 4868 or email onthepoint@peppers.co.nz.


Craigieburn refreshes wedding facilities

There's even more to fall in love with at Craigieburn

Nestled amidst rolling green hills on the NSW Southern Highlands, Craigieburn has everything covered for your special day – and with a major refurbishment of the reception facilities recently completed, there is even more to love.

Wedding guests will now enjoy the benefits of a major technology upgrade, the addition of two large French doors in the main function room that open onto lush gardens, new chocolate brown carpet, ‘Spanish Cream’ paint on function room walls and ceilings and the removal of four pillars to enhance the sense of space.

With multiple reception venues to choose from, fabulous dining options and a team of experienced wedding coordinators on hand to ensure nothing is left to chance, Craigieburn can transform whatever dreams you have for the perfect wedding into a romantic reality.

Craigieburn also offers a beautiful garden setting ideal for an outdoor wedding, lounge areas and the capacity to host banquets for up to 180 guests.

The retreat’s professional wedding team can assist with the celebrant, music, flowers and other specialised services to ensure the perfect atmosphere is created so all you need to concern yourself with is relaxing and enjoying your day.

Gourmet dining is a key ingredient to wedding celebrations at Craigieburn where talented chefs utilise the freshest local produce, specially-designed menu choices and an extensive wine list to ensure lasting taste memories.

Set on a picturesque 36 ha country estate, Craigieburn offers 72 accommodation rooms, acclaimed Montfort's Restaurant, private 9 hole golf course, gymnasium, billiards room, tennis courts and beauty therapy room.

Located on the outskirts of Bowral, just one and a half hours drive from Sydney, Canberra and the South Coast, Craigieburn has long been a popular destination for weddings of all sizes combining a country homestead experience with comfortable accommodation and modern reception facilities.

For bookings or further information call 02 4860 3108 or email craigieburn.reception@peppers.com.au.

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