Enjoy the Ultimate Ballooning Package Experience

Hot air ballooning is, for many, a popular must-do experience on a wish list of things to do before you finally ‘kick the bucket’.  

Now Brisbane’s closest Hot Air Balloon Operator, Floating Images, has teamed with Metro Hotel Ipswich International to offer a unique opportunity to combine a city and country balloon flight over the Great Dividing Range in Queensland with an overnight stay in the wonderfully historic city of Ipswich, including accommodation, breakfast and dinner.

 

The BAD Package (Ballooning, Accommodation & Dinner for two) is priced from just $860.00 for two adults and includes:

• A one-hour city and country balloon flight over the Greater Brisbane region, the stunning Valleys of the Scenic Rim, Somerset and the heritage city of Ipswich;
• One night’s accommodation for two people in a Double Deluxe Room at Metro Hotel Ipswich International;
• Complimentary bottle of wine on arrival;
• Dinner for two at Platform 9 Restaurant;
• Breakfast for two following the balloon flight and commemorative flight certificate

Book This Ballooning, Accommodation & Dinner for two Package

The Floating Images balloon flight offers breathtaking views of the heritage city of Ipswich, its classic Queenslanders, beautiful old buildings, churches, parks and gardens. 

Passengers will enjoy spectacular views of Flinders Peak, Mt Walker, the Great Dividing Range, McPherson Ranges, Lamington National Park through to Mt Tamborine, Moreton Bay, the Brisbane City Skyline, Mount Coot-tha, the D’aguilar Ranges, Wivenhoe Dam, and the Brisbane, Lockyer and Fassifern Valleys. 

Upon landing, you will return to your hotel in Ipswich to enjoy a delicious champagne breakfast, including a choice of full hot breakfast or continental breakfast.  A commemorative flight certificate will be presented to each passenger.

Queensland’s oldest provincial city, Ipswich, is located just 30 minutes drive from Brisbane, and is an exciting holiday destination offering visitors plenty to see and do.

This wonderfully historic city offers visitors plenty to see and do, be it exploring some of the country’s finest examples of domestic architecture with houses dating back to the 1800s, wandering through the award-winning Workshops Rail Museum (the birthplace of Queensland Rail), visiting the Ipswich Art Gallery, or visiting more than 500 parks, wineries, cafes and restaurants.

And when in Ipswich, Metro Hotel Ipswich International is the perfect place to stay. Next door to the Civic Centre, this contemporary six storey hotel overlooks pristine parklands and offers a wide range of accommodation to suit your needs, including one bedroom serviced apartments and executive spa suites. 

Included in your package is dinner for two at the hotel’s signature restaurant Platform 9.  Prior to dinner, you may wish to enjoy a drink in the stylish lounge and bar adjoining the restaurant. 

To book the BAD Package call the toll free Central Reservations line on 1800 004 321 or call the property direct on 07 3812 8077.  Alternately, you can book the BAD Package by ringing Floating Images on 07 3294 8770.

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Location,Value for Money - Guest Review of Metro Apartments on Bank Place, Melbourne

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Metro. - Guest A McLoed 

Considering we were staying during a peak period we felt we got the best deal for value for money but more than that the service at the front desk was friendly and efficient with the concierge ready with suggestions for places to see and how to get around.

Our one bedroom apartment was the perfect size, very well equipped with bedroom, bathroom, cooking and laundry facilities. All clean and the Hotel is extremely well located.

We will definitely be returning and we will be recommending the place as an ideal base for people visiting Melbourne.

Thank you to everyone at the hotel for making is very welcome and comfortable.

Guest Name: A McLoed

Review Source: Metro Hotels Guest Feedback Form

Win Tickets To Bruce Springsteen Concert @ All Phones Arena Sydney

The legendary Bruce Springsteen – rock and folk music legend, singer/songwriter, multi-award winning artist, best known for his heartland rock and soulful lyrics, and the E Street band will be making their upcoming 2014 tour in Australia.

Bruce will be debuting in Sydney at the Allphones Arena on the 19th of February.

To celebrate, between December 2013 and January 2014, when you make a booking at Metro Hotel on Pitt using the promo code BRUCE, you will go into the draw to win either 2 tickets to the Bruce Springsteen concert at the Allphones Arena, or one of 5 Bruce Springsteen Greatest Hits CDs.

The lucky winners will be drawn on the 3rd of February.

Don't wait! Make your bookings now for the chance to win: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/339

Metro Hotel on Pitt details: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/sydney-hotels/metro-hotel-on-pitt-3

Great Value Strictly Ballroom Special at Metro Apartments Darling Harbour

Strictly Ballroom The Musical will tango, sashay and bogo pogo its way on to the stage at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from March 25, 2014, and Metro Apartment's Darling Harbour has put together a great value accommodation package starting from just $219* per night (tickets not included) for the duration of the show.

Strictly Ballroom is the inspiring story of a championship ballroom dancer who defies all the rules to follow his heart. It has been made into a musical by the original creative team behind the classic 1992 film, including director and co-writer Baz Luhrmann, set and costume designer Catherine Martin, choreographer John 'Cha Cha' O'Connell and co-writer Craig Pearce.

To make it easy for visitors to Sydney to enjoy a night out at Strictly Ballroom without the hassle of travelling home afterwards, Metro Apartments Darling Harbour is offering a Strictly Ballroom Special which includes a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival:

$219* per night from Sunday to Thursday

$319* per night on Friday and Saturday night

Situated in the heart of Sydney directly opposite the footbridge from The Star's Lyric Theatre, Metro Apartments Darling Harbour is a popular accommodation choice for couples and families looking for a 'home away from home' in close proximity to all Sydney's major attractions.

With 32 recently renovated loft-style one-bedroom apartments, each with a queen sized bed and sofa bed, Metro Apartments Darling Harbour offer all the comforts of home with the convenience of a perfect city location.

Located in two separate buildings in Sussex and King Streets, guests can choose from the larger, contemporary-styled Sussex St apartments with views over Darling Harbour or a New York styled King Street apartment with access to rooftop pool.

Apartments have full kitchen and laundry facilities and spacious living rooms. Discount parking of $30 for 24 hours is provided nearby at 170 Sussex St Wilson Car Parking.

*Terms and conditions apply. Minimum 2 night stay. Offer valid from March 25, 2014 until end of show season.

To book online, visit www.metrohotels.com.au or you can ring the toll free Central Reservations line on 1800 004 321.

Metro Hotels is the public face of Transmetro Corporation, an Australian owned public company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. The Group currently provides a national accommodation network of properties, with over 1000 rooms in key locations and major cities across Australia.

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Metro Hotel Ipswich International Lights up for Christmas

Metro Hotel Ipswich International has been flood lit in the alternating colours of red, green and blue in the 12 days leading up to Christmas, lighting up at 6.00 pm every night. 

Mayor Pisasale was on hand to officially turn on the lights last night, with the hotel’s central location in Ipswich making it a shining beacon for locals and tourists alike and bringing some additional Christmas spirit to the city.

Hotel General Manager, Ted Matthews said the Hotel played an important role in the local community to increase the attraction of Queensland’s largest regional city for both locals and tourists alike.

“As a vital member of the Ipswich community, Metro Hotel Ipswich International is keen to help foster a strong community spirit in the lead up to Christmas, and we believe turning the lights on in the colours of Christmas will make the hotel stand out on the Ipswich City skyline and add to the festive cheer.

“We are hoping members of the community will come to the hotel, have a Christmas drink at the bar or dinner at Platform 9, and enjoy the light show.”

Metro Hotel Ipswich International is also offering a Christmas themed buffet in its Platform 9 restaurant from now until December 20 for just $25 per person.  The menu offers a hot selection including baked ham, roast chicken, baked sirloin with all the trimmings, as well as various salads and steamed Christmas pudding and pavlova for dessert.

As Australia’s oldest, 100 percent owned Australian hotel chain, Metro Hospitality Group is proud to be an active and supportive member of the communities in which it operates.  Metro Hotel Ipswich International has developed a strong reputation as an active member of the Ipswich community, supporting community activities and helping local businesses and schools.

Guests can also book accommodation at the hotel or book a table at the Christmas buffet by calling the toll free Central Reservations line on 1800 004 321 or the hotel direct on 07 3812 8077.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International: Mayor to Throw Switch on Metro’s Chirstrmas Lights

Staff at the Metro Hotel Ipswich International has spent most of the week putting up Christmas lights for its display.

Mayor Pisasale will be attending tonight to turn it all on. The hotel's Marketing Manager Tony Coates says it will flash alternative colours of red, green and blue for the 12 days leading up to Christmas.

He says it's intended to be a shining beacon for locals and tourists alike---bringing some additional Christmas spirit to the city.

Power Pack at Metro Hotel Perth

Metro Hotel Perth is offering this Power Pack Accommodation Package for $249.00*

Going to the Tennis?

• Stay in an Executive Riverview Room
• Start the day with two fully cooked buffet breakfasts
• Pack up your complimentary sunscreen
• Two Powerade drinks
• Two Sun Visors

Enjoy the Hopman Cup Tennis!

Book this Power Pack at Metro Hotel Perth

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Terms & Conditions:

• Subject to availability
• Offer is for two occupants only.
• Not available in conjunction with any other special
• Offer valid 28/12/2014 to 04/01/2014

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