MOTHER'S Day is fast approaching and what better gift than a few days away somewhere.
So instead of flowers and breakfast in bed, treat your mother (or get your children to treat you) to a weekend or mid-week break.
Hotel chain Mantra has come up with these suggestions for a reasonably priced short holiday:
Brisbane
You can shop 'til you drop at the Queen Street Mall just a short walk from Mantra Midtown. Stay in a one-bedroom apartment from $229 per night (Friday-Sunday) or $259 per night (Monday-Thursday) and enjoy a $50 shopping voucher at Myer or David Jones, two welcome cocktails, breakfast for two and noon check-out. This offer is valid for sale and travel until December 31.
131-517, www.mantra.com.au
NSW Southern Highlands
Peppers Manor House is celebrating Mother's Day with a special package including overnight accommodation, high tea for two and daily breakfast from $250 per room (staying in a Highland Queen Room). Complimentary room upgrade is subject to availability. This offer is valid for sale and travel from Sunday to Friday throughout May.
1300-987-600, www.peppers.com.au
Gold Coast
It's more expensive, but a stay at Peppers Soul, Surfers Paradise, truly puts the focus on relaxation. Packages are available from $433 a night for a three-night stay and include daily breakfast, two massages, $100 food and beverage credit each night, free in-room Wi-Fi, on-site car parking and in-room movies. This offer is valid for sale until May 31 and for travel until June 25.
1300-987-600, www.peppers.com.au
