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With a brand new release of Handpicked Holidays by IHG®Hotels and Resorts , travellers in the mood for a short break can dust off their passports. Take advantage of Australia and New Zealand’s very first international travel bubble with incredible savings at newly included properties such as Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets, the ultra-chic Hotel X Fortitude Valley Brisbane and lakeside beauty, Crowne Plaza Queenstown.

Following on from the success of Handpicked Holiday’s 2020 launch, IHG has put together a number of new and enticing all-inclusive value add packages, created exclusively for IHG Rewards loyalty members who can book with confidence, knowing that they can change dates up to 24-hours prior to travel, directly with the hotel.

From the Gold Coast to Hobart and Wellington to Queenstown, members can experience more of Australia and New Zealand’s most loved destinations across six new participating hotels, with each package representing significant savings, available to IHG loyalty members on the Handpicked Holidays platform.

IHG Rewards Members can immerse themselves the in the heart of the Adelaide market precinct across a 3 night stay at one of the city’s newest boutique properties, Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets where history collides with modern creative design. Guests will reap the benefits of the exceptional inclusions, from a complimentary upgrade to a King Premium Room, daily gourmet breakfast in Market & Meander restaurant, $100 restaurant and bar credit to sample the finest local produce at the Merrymaker Rooftop bar and restaurant, welcome drinks and a late check out.

Guests at Crowne Plaza Hobart can soak up the panoramic views of Mount Wellington or the harbour from their room and enjoy Tasmania’s finest local wines and produce and at Crowne Plaza Queenstown, not only will they enjoy a beautiful Lake View Room upgrade, but free entry and cocktail vouchers at the popular Minus 5 Ice Bar.

IHG’s commitment to flexibility and cleanliness underpins each package, with guests able to change their travel dates up to 24 hours prior to arrival*. Guests can also purchase a voucher as a gift to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary or choose to travel when they’re ready. The IHG Way of Clean program is rolled out across each hotel and resort, offering confidence and assurance for a safe stay with new, science-led protocols and service measures in partnership with industry leading experts Cleveland Clinic, Ecolab and Diversey.

*Subject to availability. Bookings for Handpicked Holidays by IHG need to be made by 30 June 2021, are valid for stay dates until 30 September 2021, and available until sold out. Full terms and conditions can be found here.

IHG’s new release of Handpicked Holidays

Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets | From A$765 (valued from A$1,420)

The offer: A gastronomes delight- this new boutique hotel on the doorstep of Adelaide Central Market, offers a unique guest experience paying homage to the local neighbourhood with rooms reflective of the city’s legendary festivals and restaurants and bars that tap into the market’s wonderful seasonal produce. Complete with show-stopping outdoor pool and Adelaide’s highest rooftop bar, Merrymaker – this package offers three-nights’ accommodation with a complimentary upgrade to a King Premium Room, daily gourmet breakfast, $100 restaurant and bar credit, parking, welcome drinks and late check out.

Crowne Plaza Queenstown | From NZ $870 (valued at NZ$1,560)
The offer:  A perfect blend of relaxation and adventure with a backdrop of one of the most spectacular landscapes and mountain ranges in the country. This lakeside location offers easy access to the major parks, breathtaking hiking trails, nearby wineries and gourmet dining. The package includes three-nights’ accommodation, complimentary upgrade to a Lake View Room, daily gourmet breakfast, entry to Minus 5 Ice Bar and cocktail voucher for 2, complimentary entry to Queenstown Ice arena for 2, $25 dining credit, daily parking and late checkout.

voco Gold Coast | From A$489 (valued at A$975)

 The offer: Escape to the heart of Surfers Paradise, just steps away from the beach and tram station. This package offers three-nights’ accommodation with a complimentary upgrade to an Ocean View Room, daily breakfast at the social house cafe, $150 restaurant and bar credit, daily pre-dinner drinks for 2 and late check out.

Crowne Plaza Hobart | From A$675 (valued at A$1,360)
The offer: A city escape in this hotel in the heart of the Hobart, with panoramic views of Mount Wellington or the harbour from each room and suite.  Guests can soak in views from the outdoor bar and deck with some of Tasmania’s finest local wines and produce. The package includes three-nights’ accommodation, daily gourmet breakfast, welcome drinks in Core Restaurant and Bar or The Deck, $100 dining credit, daily parking and late checkout.

Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Valley | From A$840 (valued at A$1,295)

The offer: A chic city stay at the new boutique hotel in Fortitude Valley in the heart of Brisbane.   The package offers three-nights’ accommodation with a complimentary upgrade to Deluxe King Room, daily gourmet breakfast, a bottle of sparkling wine, valet parking or one-way airport transfer and late check out.

Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach |From A$769 (valued at A$1,470)
The offer: A chic coastal getaway near the heart of Sydney offers the ultimate staycation with beachfront views, an outdoor pool and all-new interiors thanks to an impressive multi-million-dollar refurbishment. This package includes three-nights’ accommodation with complimentary upgrade, $100 dining credit, daily parking, welcome drinks in Shutters restaurant and late checkout.

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort |From A$775 (valued from A$1,375)

The offer: It’s the escape complete with a world-class marina village and one-acre beach lagoon pool. This package offers three-nights’ accommodation with a complimentary upgrade to a Lagoon View Room, daily breakfast at Cove Café, three-course meal for two at The Fireplace, in-room welcome cocktail for two and late check out.

InterContinental Wellington |From NZ$820 (valued from NZ$1,590)

The offer: A luxury stay in the heart of Wellington; guests will experience grand architecture and heritage, mixed with a specialty in culinary culture. This package offers three-nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast in Chalmeleon Restaurant, $100 restaurant and bars credit, daily parking and late checkout.