Golf or Body & Soul at No Extra Cost

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Golf or Body & Soul at No Extra Cost

Plus, Save 40% at Club Med Lindeman Island

Auckland, 21 July 2009 – Club Med is adding even more value to its all-inclusive packages at Lindeman Island, Australia by not only offering 40% discount, but also a chance to visit during Golf Weeks or Body and Soul Week to experience some personalised coaching and special activities for no extra charge.

“This offer is so good, the only hard part will be deciding between golf and body and soul!” says Kaarin Gaukrodger, Club Med Marketing Manager New Zealand.

Consider the options:

Golf Weeks – 8-22 August, 2009
Set in more than 670 hectares of National parklands and listed by the World Heritage Trust, Lindeman Island features an all-inclusive 9-hole golf course that offers amazing views of the Whitsundays. During Golf Weeks, Matt, Club Med’s resident Golf Pro, will be offering a free golf programme that includes golf lessons, golf clinics covering physical conditioning and mental games. There will also be cocktail parties and dinners for the golf participants, as well as WII Golf Tournaments in the evening. All levels are catered for with qualified instructors to help you upon request and golf equipment to borrow. All this and more provided at no extra charge.

Body and Soul Week – 14-21 November, 2009
Club Med Lindeman Island has an exceptional week of health, fitness, fun and indulgence planned during Body and Soul Week. You’ll have the opportunity to explore and experience as much or as little of Club Med’s unique wellness programme as you like. As well as the usual fun sports and activities, there will be fitness classes; mind body sessions and health and nutrition seminars lead by internationally acclaimed health and fitness experts. Both energetic and gentle classes will be on offer every day to cater for all fitness levels. There will be nutrition, weight loss, lifestyle, cooking and motivation seminars as well as dance fitness, combat and balance, retro aerobics, aqua hula, step sculpt, Pilates, tribal rhythm along with Chi ball, yoga, meditation and so much more.

Club Med Lindeman Island in the Whitsunday Islands is Australia's only Club Med resort. There are several kids' clubs to keep every age group occupied, as well as activities such as water sports, golf, guided walks — even a circus school! Under-fours are supervised during outdoor play and nap times, while the older kids are invited to join dance lessons, artistic workshops and group sporting challenges, among other activities.

The resort also features a peaceful Spa Centre and Nicholson’s Restaurant, which serves a la carte lunch and dinner, and the main restaurant, which offers a gourmet selection buffet style.

In the region there are many beautiful nature walks including 690ha of National Park to explore. Tramp Mount Oldfield for spectacular 360-degree views of the Whitsunday Islands, stroll through Butterfly Valley or discover one of the secluded beaches ideal for snorkelling.

Club Med Lindeman Island’s special six night all-inclusive package:

SAVE 40%, plus have the option to visit during golf or body and soul weeks
$2,261 per adult / $1,801 per child (4-17 years)
Sales: 19 – 31 July 2009
Travel:  up to 19 December 2009
Ex- Auckland, Christchurch or Wellington
Contact Club Med for terms and conditions.

The package includes airfares, transfers and taxes, twin share accommodation with the option to upgrade, beverages – including wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner as well as an open bar - daily and nightly entertainment, Kid's club facilities (4-13-year-olds) and a range of sports and activities.

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