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'Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth...' Edith Sitwel

The snow that fell in late July was a reminder that Mother Nature will have her way even in Hawke's Bay, but despite very cold temperatures, the brilliant blue skies we later enjoyed made up for the inconveniences.

Rugby World Cup

Of course the big upcoming event is the Rugby World Cup and, locally, the two matches to be played in Napier.  As one of the biggest sporting events in the world, the 2011 tournament will have an estimated television audience of more than four billion people and at least 60,000 international visitors are expected to come to New Zealand.  We all want to make sure that when those visitors leave our shores they will have enjoyed the best ever Rugby World Cup.  Glen Aros will host overseas guests for both matches and we look forward to welcoming them to Hawke's Bay.

Glen Aros still has space available during the tournament - perfect for a relaxing break and to explore the best of what Hawke's Bay has on offer in between games. Please see our special event packages.

Eight 2009 vintage Gimblett Gravel blended red wines were selected to represent the area at a recent blind tasting held in Hong Kong in June.  Judged alongside eight 2008 vintage classed growth Bordeaux, the New Zealand wines scored very well with the third overall ranked wine being the Mission Estate Jewelstone Cabernet Merlot.  In just over 25 years the Gimblett Gravels wine-growing district has earned a respected name for itself.

Line up of the wines tasted in Hong Kong

Our booth at TRENZ in Queenstown recently was well patronised by the many participants at this year's event which is one of the most important in the New Zealand tourism industry's calendar, and we've had a gratifying amount of follow up from both local and international travel buyers.

For 2011, the Bluewater Hotel Deco Decanted Weekend has moved to amalgamate with the Rugby World Cup events which the Art Deco Trust is holding from mid September to mid October.  More information is available on the Art Deco Website.

The 6 bedroom suites at Glen Aros are spacious and the sitting and dining areas of the Lodge open to extensive verandas overlooking the lawns and gardens. Our in-house chef and 24 hour concierge will see to your every comfort.  The tariff, from NZ$580 + taxes includes accommodation, pre-dinner drinks and canapés, a gourmet breakfast and use of all the facilities. Please visit our website for more details. The owners, managers and staff at Glen Aros look forward to an exciting Rugby World Cup event and hope you stay warm and cosy for the rest of the winter.

Recent guests who enjoyed a weekend birthday celebration at Glen Aros in early August.

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