Prevue May/June 2012 - (Page 71)

A tranquil dinner in the desert during an early moon is a remarkable way to appreciate the dramatic landscape. The experience begins with champagne and canapés, accompanied by the soft sounds of a didgeridoo, an indigenous wind instrument dating back over 1,500 years. After the sun sets, our award-winning 4-course meal included kangaroo carpaccio and local barramundi fish filet paired with premium Australian wines. That was followed with star gazing and celestial storytelling over coffee and cordials. AUSSIE GLAMPING Immersed in the wilderness within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, the ultra-premium and eco-sensitive Longitude 131° offers an all-inclusive and glamorous camping—“glamping”—experience. Rest assured, these 15 flawlessly appointed tents only appear to be a tent on the outside. Each tent’s decor commemorates early Outback pioneers with memorabilia, old photos and written articles exhibited inside picture boxes. Ceilings are draped in flowing white fabrics creating a stunning ceiling treatment, while native wood walls provide privacy in the bathroom. Love the big windows offering unobstructed views of Uluru directly in front of you. The Dune House delivers a central gathering spot for exquisite Australian cuisine and wines that embody the tranquil and spiritual nature of the resort’s location. “Tourism Australia did a fantastic job showcasing the possibilities open to a planner in Australia,” says Deirdre O’Neill Machin, CEO of The O’Neill Group, a California meetings and event company. “Our trip to Uluru demystified the perception that it would be difficult operationally.” QANTAS AIRWAYS For our flight to Australia, Qantas Airways showcased their Business Class comfort aboard the beautiful new Airbus A380. The double-decker transports 14 First Class, 72 Business, 32 Premium Economy and 332 Economy in high-tech comfort with extensive and refined customer service evident throughout the entire journey from booking to return flights. To the awesome Aussie crew, thank you for the warm greetings. Nice touches include cool tranquil lighting, lots of space to move freely, and quite a bit of storage for your iPad and personal items. You’re also going to love the incredible Australian wine selection, extending memories of this gorgeous country. Tourism Australia: tourism.australia.com Business Events Sydney: businesseventssydney.com.au Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia: voyages.com.au Qantas Airways: qantas.com.au http://tourism.australia.com http://businesseventssydney.com.au http://voyages.com.au http://qantas.com.au

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Prevue May/June 2012

Sheraton China + Macau
The Peppermill, Reno
Charleston + Denver
CSR with Caesars
Hong Kong's Kai Tak Terminal
Special Section: Europe
Hyatt Fisherman's Wharf
Affordable Luxury
Frenchman's Reef, USVI
Australia
Toronto
Taiwan
U.S. Gaming Hotels
Caesars/Paris Las Vegas
Grand Lucayan, Bahamas
Iberostar Cancun

Prevue May/June 2012