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Pip Miller PR

Telephone: 0419 681543

Email: pip@pipmillerpr.com.au

MEDIA INFORMATION                          Friday 30 October 2009

RYDGES GIVES FAMILIES A BREAK

Enjoy a family escape in Tropical North Queensland with package deals at Rydges Hotels and Resorts that won’t break the budget.

The accommodation discounts come hot on the heels of Jetstar slashing its North Queensland fares by up to 50 per cent from all capital cities with prices starting at $89 one way from Brisbane to Cairns.

Stay in the heart of Cairns city from only $153 per room per night with the
Family Package available at Rydges Esplanade Resort, Rydges Tradewinds Cairns and Rydges Plaza Cairns.

The Family Package includes three nights accommodation, kids stay and eat free (0-12yrs using existing bedding, one child eats free per full paying adult, max two children), a welcome drink on arrival per person in the hotel bar/lounge and a Rydges Holiday Saving Voucher booklet with value adds and discounts worth up to $450.

At Port Douglas, pay for four nights at Rydges Sabaya Resort and get an extra night free. Prices start at $229 for a one bedroom apartment per night with kids staying and eating free (0-12yrs using existing bedding, one child eats free per full paying adult, max two children), a welcome drink on arrival per person in the hotel bar/lounge and a Rydges Holiday Saving Voucher booklet with value adds and discounts worth up to $450.

To book contact your travel agent, call the Rydges hotel of your choice direct or visit www.rydges.com

ENDS

For media inquiries contact:

Debra Irvine, Director of Sales & Marketing, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns, Rydges Tradewinds Cairns

Tel: 07 4044 9034  m: 0409 552 548 Email: debra_irvine@rydges.com