Cairns — Cairns & Tropical North Queensland — Travelbag Australia and Round the World 2008 online holiday brochure

Cairns & Tropical North Queensland Favourite Cairns Queenslander Apartments 3 Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns 4 Designed in colonial Queensland architecture to capture the spirit of the tropics, this property is located within walking distance of Cairns centre and the Esplanade waterfront. The 93 guestrooms are a combination of Coral Cay Suites, Hibiscus suites and two-bedroom apartments. All rooms are tastefully decorated featuring a kitchen, air conditioning and many have private balcony overlooking the pool or garden. Facilities restaurant & bar � sundeck � Internet � 2 outdoor pools � laundry Rooms 93 suites & apartments � TV � air-con � ceiling fan � tea & coffee � balcony (most rooms) � shower only (Coral Cay Suites) � kitchenette Offers Stay 5 nights and pay for 4 when staying in Hibiscus Suite or 2 bedroom apartment - Jan-Jun, 01Nov08-31Mar09 � Free bottle of wine for honeymooners - Apr08-Mar09 A beautiful, waterfront location on the Esplanade overlooking the Coral Sea and the surrounding mountains. The Rydges Esplanade is a superb property, modern and welcoming and only a short walk from the heart of town. Guestrooms have either ocean views or uninterrupted mountain views, some of the best in town. There is a good selection of dining choices, with optional brasserie style dining a firm favourite. With a warm ambiance and a good selection of recreational activities, the Rydges Esplanade is the perfect base from which to explore Cairns and its surrounds. Facilities restaurant � bar � sundeck � business centre/Internet � gym � 3 tropical pools � tennis � sauna � spa � shop � laundry � complimentary city shuttle transfer service Rooms 242 guestrooms & apartments � mini-bar � TV with in-room movies � Internet � air-con � ceiling fan � tea & coffee � room service � balcony � kitchenette (apartments only) Offers Stay 4 nights pay 3, when staying in a Standard Hotel Room - Jan-Jun08 & Nov08-Mar09 � Free daily full breakfast when staying a min of 4 nights - Apr-Jun & Nov08-Mar09 � Free bottle of wine for honeymooners � Free room upgrade to next available category for min 3 night stay - Apr-Jun & Nov08-Mar09 Map ref: 3 3 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Hibiscus Suite Twin Single 2 Bdrm Apartment 01Jan08-31Mar09 23 46 01Jan08-31Mar09 Quad Twin 17 33 Map ref: 4 4 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Standard Room Twin Single Ocean View 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 38 39 76 78 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 Twin Single 44 88 45 90 1 Bdrm Apartment 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Jun08 01Jul08-31Oct08 01Nov08-31Mar09 Twin Single 42 83 43 86 54 108 43 86 2 Bdrm Apartment 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Jun08 01Jul08-31Oct08 01Nov08-31Mar09 Quad 29 38 46 38 Twin 58 58 73 58 Premier Mercure Hotel Harbourside Cairns 3+ Nestled on the picturesque Cairns Esplanade, just 15 minutes' walk or a complimentary shuttle ride from the centre of Cairns, the Mercure is a most welcoming hotel. Guests can enjoy the flavours of the East at Teshi's Restaurant or a cocktail in the Blue Mango Cafe overlooking Trinity Bay, to enhance their stay in Cairns. Facilities restaurant � bar/caf� � terrace � Internet � outdoor pool � laundry Rooms 173 guestrooms & suites � mini-bar � TV with in-house movies � Internet � air-con � tea & coffee � 24hr room service � balcony � kitchenette (Studio & Executive Suites only) Offers 1 free breakfast when staying a min of 4 nights - JanJun08 & Dec08-Mar09 � Free bottle of wine for honeymooners Shangri-La Hotel The Marina 5 Located in the heart of Cairns overlooking Marlin Marina; the esplanade, shops, bars and restaurants are all within easy walking distance. One of Cairns' most distinguished hotels the Shangri-La offers luxury accommodation and exceptional service. All rooms are elegantly furnished and decorated with local artwork of the Tropical North. Every room has a private balcony and enjoys views of either the Marina or Trinity Bay. Dine along the waterfront at Tides BLD + Bar & The Pier Restaurant, one of Cairns' most popular venues or for a more laid back atmosphere try the Tides Bar or Poolside Bar. Facilities restaurant � 2 bars � business centre � Internet � pool � health club � sauna � laundry Rooms 255 rooms & suites � mini-bar � TV � Internet � Map ref: 6 6 tea & coffee � 24hr room service � balcony Offers Free breakfast when staying min 3 nights - Apr-Jun, Dec08- Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Map ref: 5 5 Prices per person per night, room only, in �'s from Mountain View Twin Single Harbour View 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Jun08 01Jul08-30Sep08 01Oct08-31Mar09 32 30 34 30 64 60 68 60 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Jun08 01Jul08-30Sep08 01Oct08-31Mar09 Twin Single 36 72 35 69 38 76 35 69 Mar09 � Stay 4 nights pay 3 - Apr-May & Dec08-Mar09 � Free upgrade (various room types) when booking before 31Mar08 Apr08-Mar09 � Stays over New Year's Eve excluded on all offers Superior City View 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31May08 01Jun08-30Nov08 01Dec08-31Mar09 Twin 58 60 63 60 Single 116 120 125 120 Superior Bay View RoomTwin Single 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31May08 01Jun08-30Nov08 01Dec08-31Mar09 61 64 66 64 122 127 131 127 Brochure prices may change. 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