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March 2010 Newsletter

 

Experience is the name everyone should give to their mistakes. 

 

~ Oscar Wilde 

 

 
 
 

More favourite conference and event tips 2011!!

 

 

Create a red carparet welcome and WOW your guests at no expense!

It is easier than most may think. It is simply a matter of having enough individuals who are affiliated with the event, including hotel staff to be available - roll out the red carpet and clap to welcome guests when they arrive - how special they will feel!


"DEATH BY POWERPOINT" can be DULL and is generally a one way delivery tool at conferences and presentations.  If your message is important enough to be heard - there is a unique system to turn it into a two way communication and information session.  Ask questions and involve your delegates or customers to receive immediate, anonymous feedback.

 

A very user friendly KEYPAD system has become more affordable than ever - from $10 per key pad per day. The value add is that the message usually remains with them longer and every participant is heard and can drive discussions and promote interaction. Great for marketing and surveys, hypotheticals, speaker evaluations and case studies.  Research shows that interaction improves memory retention by 3 - 5 times! More information can be provided - contact Susan@sgideas.com.au
 
 


 
 
   Hot news in conferencing...
 

 

Parkroyal Hotel & Resorts have returned to Australia.  One of Australia's most fondly remembered hotel brands has returned to Melbourne with the rebranding of the Hilton Melbourne Airport to PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport. www.parkroyalhotels.com/melbourne

 

Pan Pacific Resorts have arrived in Australia with their first being in Perth, Western Australia. Formerly, the Sheraton Perth, this 5 star, 486 room hotel has been recently refurbished in line with the distinct Pan Pacific brand. www.pphg.com  

 

Moreton Island Adventures creates extraordinary events in pristine locations. Moreton Island is an unspoilt destination where white sand meets crystal clear water, where whales and dolphins abound and where Blue Lagoons invite you to refresh and relax.  Events on Moreton Island include Corporate Challenges, Dinner under the Stars, Whale Watching at the Lighthouse, Weddings and Queensland Seafood Beach BBQ’s to name a few.  Our Brisbane River charters are very popular on our ship MICAT, as our guests enjoy the security of cruising on a safe and sizeable ship as they take in the sights and sounds of Brisbane City.  Imagination is free!

 

Sleep on the Reef "Reefsleep Hotel" to experience something totally unique that only a few people in the world have the opportunity. Accommodates 2 - 6 people with a dedicated host catering to your needs featuring private king room and four-berth bunks.  3 night package from $968.00 per person - departs Hamilton Island and includes all activities, transfers and catering. www.fantasea.com.au or ask SGI for more detailed information.

 

Revived, Reborn and now REOPENING - Stamford Plaza Brisbane is back better than ever after temporarily closure due to the Brisbane floods which effected much of Queensland.  Doors re-open on Wednesday 27th April, 2011.

 

Autumn has brilliant colours of autumn foliage, clear weather and amazing light.  Compliment that with perfect ambience and conferencing facilities - that's Queenstown!  Book 3 or more days of conferencing in the Autumn months and receive your final day conferencing - 5 star resort in the heart of Queenstown. SGI has all the details!

 

"Queensland on Sale" - get the best of both worlds and mix business with a bit of play in Queensland - 4 1/2 star and 5 star resorts located all over Queensland are offering packages from $169 per room per night and $55.00 day delegate conference packages. BOOK AND WIN PRIZES - Find out more from Simply Great Ideas susan@sgideas.com.au

 


 
 
EVENT HAPPENINGS..

 
Fashion at 10 - Hosted by Hilton and Wintergarden - indulge in high tea and enjoy workshops on keeping your wardrobe on trend throughout 2011. Special guest Lisa Ho.  Wednesday 13th April 10.30am - 12 noon $65.00 per person.  Bookings Hilton box office 3231 3231.

 

DHL 2011 Australian Life Saving Championships on Queensland’s famous Kurrawa Beach (2 - 10 April).

 

Girls day out - Doomben Racecourse with Wayne Cooper - $65.00 including drink on arrival and gourmet lunch www.brc.com.au

 

Stiletto in the Ghetto - Brisbane Laneway Evolution - Hynes Street, Valley - Friday March 18  featuring live art, stree style catwalk parades, djs and much more.  Free event with proceeds (Bar and auction) going to Flood Appeal.

 

Easter - spend hours in the country, not in the car.  Spicers Hidden Vale just one hour from Brisbane is offering a long list of attractions (horse-riding, archery, clay pigeon shooting, mountain bike riding, walking, tennis and much more.  2 - 5 night packages available from $395.00 per family per night.  Tel 1300 410 048

 

Daydreaming for EGGcellent Easter Special - 4 nights accommodation on the Whitsundays at Daydream Island $449 per person, free room upgrade, full breakfast daily, children free - pay for only 3 nights!  Toll free reservations 1800 075 040.

 

Happiness and its causes conference - Brisbane Exhibition Centre - 16 & 17th June, 2011 - Dalai Lama, Dr Jane Goodall and many more happiness experts - to register www.happinessanditscauses.com.au

   

 
 
 

 
   FUN THINGS YOU HAVE TO KNOW....

 
 SIMPLY GREAT IDEAS FACEBOOK PAGE IS HERE!!!

 Become a "fan" of the Simply Great Ideas Facebook page and go into the draw to win a weekend away at one of the Mantra Resorts on the Gold or Sunshine Coast!

 

click on the icon above NOW!!!

 

 
 
 

 

 

Experience is the name everyone should give to their mistakes. 

 

~ Oscar Wilde 

 

 
 
 

More favourite conference and event tips 2011!!

 

 

Create a red carparet welcome and WOW your guests at no expense!

It is easier than most may think. It is simply a matter of having enough individuals who are affiliated with the event, including hotel staff to be available - roll out the red carpet and clap to welcome guests when they arrive - how special they will feel!


"DEATH BY POWERPOINT" can be DULL and is generally a one way delivery tool at conferences and presentations.  If your message is important enough to be heard - there is a unique system to turn it into a two way communication and information session.  Ask questions and involve your delegates or customers to receive immediate, anonymous feedback.

 

A very user friendly KEYPAD system has become more affordable than ever - from $10 per key pad per day. The value add is that the message usually remains with them longer and every participant is heard and can drive discussions and promote interaction. Great for marketing and surveys, hypotheticals, speaker evaluations and case studies.  Research shows that interaction improves memory retention by 3 - 5 times! More information can be provided - contact Susan@sgideas.com.au
 
 


 
 
   Hot news in conferencing...
 

 

Parkroyal Hotel & Resorts have returned to Australia.  One of Australia's most fondly remembered hotel brands has returned to Melbourne with the rebranding of the Hilton Melbourne Airport to PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport. www.parkroyalhotels.com/melbourne

 

Pan Pacific Resorts have arrived in Australia with their first being in Perth, Western Australia. Formerly, the Sheraton Perth, this 5 star, 486 room hotel has been recently refurbished in line with the distinct Pan Pacific brand. www.pphg.com  

 

Moreton Island Adventures creates extraordinary events in pristine locations. Moreton Island is an unspoilt destination where white sand meets crystal clear water, where whales and dolphins abound and where Blue Lagoons invite you to refresh and relax.  Events on Moreton Island include Corporate Challenges, Dinner under the Stars, Whale Watching at the Lighthouse, Weddings and Queensland Seafood Beach BBQ’s to name a few.  Our Brisbane River charters are very popular on our ship MICAT, as our guests enjoy the security of cruising on a safe and sizeable ship as they take in the sights and sounds of Brisbane City.  Imagination is free!

 

Sleep on the Reef "Reefsleep Hotel" to experience something totally unique that only a few people in the world have the opportunity. Accommodates 2 - 6 people with a dedicated host catering to your needs featuring private king room and four-berth bunks.  3 night package from $968.00 per person - departs Hamilton Island and includes all activities, transfers and catering. www.fantasea.com.au or ask SGI for more detailed information.

 

Revived, Reborn and now REOPENING - Stamford Plaza Brisbane is back better than ever after temporarily closure due to the Brisbane floods which effected much of Queensland.  Doors re-open on Wednesday 27th April, 2011.

 

Autumn has brilliant colours of autumn foliage, clear weather and amazing light.  Compliment that with perfect ambience and conferencing facilities - that's Queenstown!  Book 3 or more days of conferencing in the Autumn months and receive your final day conferencing - 5 star resort in the heart of Queenstown. SGI has all the details!

 

"Queensland on Sale" - get the best of both worlds and mix business with a bit of play in Queensland - 4 1/2 star and 5 star resorts located all over Queensland are offering packages from $169 per room per night and $55.00 day delegate conference packages. BOOK AND WIN PRIZES - Find out more from Simply Great Ideas susan@sgideas.com.au

 


 
 
EVENT HAPPENINGS..

 
Fashion at 10 - Hosted by Hilton and Wintergarden - indulge in high tea and enjoy workshops on keeping your wardrobe on trend throughout 2011. Special guest Lisa Ho.  Wednesday 13th April 10.30am - 12 noon $65.00 per person.  Bookings Hilton box office 3231 3231.

 

DHL 2011 Australian Life Saving Championships on Queensland’s famous Kurrawa Beach (2 - 10 April).

 

Girls day out - Doomben Racecourse with Wayne Cooper - $65.00 including drink on arrival and gourmet lunch www.brc.com.au

 

Stiletto in the Ghetto - Brisbane Laneway Evolution - Hynes Street, Valley - Friday March 18  featuring live art, stree style catwalk parades, djs and much more.  Free event with proceeds (Bar and auction) going to Flood Appeal.

 

Easter - spend hours in the country, not in the car.  Spicers Hidden Vale just one hour from Brisbane is offering a long list of attractions (horse-riding, archery, clay pigeon shooting, mountain bike riding, walking, tennis and much more.  2 - 5 night packages available from $395.00 per family per night.  Tel 1300 410 048

 

Daydreaming for EGGcellent Easter Special - 4 nights accommodation on the Whitsundays at Daydream Island $449 per person, free room upgrade, full breakfast daily, children free - pay for only 3 nights!  Toll free reservations 1800 075 040.

 

Happiness and its causes conference - Brisbane Exhibition Centre - 16 & 17th June, 2011 - Dalai Lama, Dr Jane Goodall and many more happiness experts - to register www.happinessanditscauses.com.au

   

 
 
 

 
   FUN THINGS YOU HAVE TO KNOW....

 
 SIMPLY GREAT IDEAS FACEBOOK PAGE IS HERE!!!

 Become a "fan" of the Simply Great Ideas Facebook page and go into the draw to win a weekend away at one of the Mantra Resorts on the Gold or Sunshine Coast!

 

click on the icon above NOW!!!

 

 
 
 

 

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