Embrace winter with a trip to Australia’s southernmost island state, and be rewarded with a sensorial culinary experience.
Crisp air, cool temperatures and untamed wilderness may be the characteristics Tasmania is most well known for, however, Australia’s island state offers visitors far more than a simple escape from the chaos of city life. A rich offering of food, culture and history awaits those who journey south, and this winter The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, in Hobart, plans to sweeten the deal with a gourmet off-season special.
The hotel has curated a suite of bespoke winter experiences that allow guests to immerse themselves within Tasmania’s charm through its flavours, art and heritage sites. Travellers who visit The Tasman this off-season, until 31 August 2023, will enjoy special limited edition dining experiences such as Winter High Tea at Deco Lounge and whisky tasting boards at Mary Mary. To further entice prospective visitors, The Tasman has a special package available.
The off-season at The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel in Hobart, Tasmania
Fuel Your Fire
As part of this overnight travel package, travellers are invited to stay in the luxury of a Heritage Room, adorned with the captivating charm of historical Georgian details, elegant ambiance, and restored fireplace. The package includes a locally made Waverley Mills merino wool scarf for guests to use during their stay and take home. To warm up from the inside out, guests will also appreciate the Hot Toddy in their complimentary insulated flask from Mary Mary, the hotel’s intimate craft cocktail bar and spirit library. The package includes breakfast at Peppina Pantry the following morning before. Pricing starts from just AUD$373 and is valid until August 31, and is available to book now.
Inclusions:
- Minimum one night stay in a Heritage room
- A Waverley Mills merino scarf per guest
- A thermos and hot toddy from Mary Mary per guest
- Peppina Pantry Experience breakfast
Mary Had a Little Dram
Nothing fuels the fire within like a wonderful whiskey. Travellers are invited to Mary Mary for a sensorial journey in a refined setting, a tasting selection of Tasmania’s finest velvety whiskies and an esteemed bartender to guide them through the flavours. Priced from AUD$60 per person, this is available until August 31, 2023.
Inclusions:
- A tasting board of three Whiskies (15 ml each)
Lark’s The Docks Release, Old Kempton Old Stables, Spring Bay Bourbon
Hot Toddy by the Fire
At Mary Mary, snuggle by the fire and sip on a meticulously prepared hot toddy, a harmonious blend of rich Jameson, rum and brandy, aromatic fruits, and spices. With intricate patterns of exposed sandstone walls and dark wooden panels illuminated with soft lighting, Mary Mary invites conversation and conviviality in the depths of the winter months. Priced from $16 per person.
Winter High Tea
High tea enthusiasts can choose from a thoughtfully curated collection of delights that celebrate the fresh bounty of Tasmanian produce, with an array of handcrafted tea to complement. Discover the alluring charm of The Deco Lounge, where guests are invited to gather in the captivating ambiance of a sophisticated residential setting, embracing panning views of Parliament Square from the terrace. High tea costs AUD$80 per person and is valid every weekend all winter, but bookings are essential.
The Winter High Tea includes a glass of 2017 Clover Hill Vintage Cuvee Sparkling, Piper’s River, Tasmania and can be paired with an array of premium organic loose leaf teas from Storm & India. Menu highlights include The Tasman Signature Lobster Roll which uses locally fished Southern rock lobster served in a soft potato roll and topped with trout roe sourced from the Huon Valley, and the pear tart, panna cotta and religieuse – a classic French dessert consisting of two choux bun with hazelnut praline and a gianduja chantilly.
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