THAT ‘KING OF THE ROAD’ FEELING: 60s CADDY ROLLS INTO THE ATURA GARAGE

Inspired by the famous saying “Getting there is half the fun”, Atura Blacktown’s latest addition to the hotel fleet takes ‘arriving in style’ to an absolute art-form.

A genuine 1960s convertible Series 62 Cadillac now calls Atura Blacktown home in a quirky, fresh take on the traditional hotel courtesy car experience.  The Cadillac didn’t have far to roll into its new home after being purchased locally from an avid collector and vintage American car enthusiast.  The St Marys based collector’s next project is the restoration of a rare vintage Thunderbird convertible.

"Atura Blacktown is all about doing things differently and having a classic Cadillac as one of our courtesy vehicles definitely adds fun to the hotel's hip and retro-inspired design," said Atura Blacktown General Manager Joel Gordon.  “It will be used by guests seeking transfers locally with a difference.” 

Although the Cadillac is expected to be in hot demand for local transfers and as the backdrop to guest selfies (#Aturaflair), it is expected to most frequently be used to make the short journey to the nostalgic 50’s-styled Skyline Drive In as part of a super-sized version of Atura’s ‘Timewarp’ movie accommodation package. 

Paying homage to Atura Blacktown location on part of the original Skyline Drive In site, the Cadillac plays to the nostalgic-styled fun of the original American Drive In experience. Hotel guests can now enjoy the ultimate in drive in experiences.

In addition to the ‘Timewarp’ packages overnight accommodation and buffet breakfast for two, the ‘Ultimate Timewarp’ package includes two tickets to the Skyline Drive In Movie Theatre and a chauffeur driven trip to a premium spot in front of the big screen.  As the screen lights up for the movie experience, guests will sink into the plush white leather seats with snuggly blankets to keep any cool night air at bay.  As the closing credits start to roll, it’s just a few short steps back to one of Atura’s hip, design-inspired hotel rooms.

Book your Timewarp package at www.aturablacktown.com.au.  To upgrade to the Ultimate Timewarp Cadilllac package, call Atura Blacktown on +61 2 9421 0000.

The Ultimate Timewarp Package is priced from $279 and includes:

-  Overnight accommodation for two in a King Room

-  Full buffet breakfast for two at Atura’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill

- Two Skyline Drive In movie tickets

-  Chauffer driven ride to a premium park at the Skyline Drive In Movie Theatre.  After the movie, guests will need to leave the caddy for a short stroll back to their room at the adjacent Atura Blacktown. 

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About Atura Hotels:

Urban. Industrial. Art Inspired. Atura Hotels are where modern business and leisure travelers escape the predictable to embrace a new style of travel. This fresh take on the mid-market travel experience fuses dynamic spaces, hip styling and the latest technology at surprisingly affordable prices ensuring guests feel connected and energised.  Expect free Wi Fi and a host of other benefits each time you stay.  Engagement with surrounding communities and active support of the local music & art scene are fundamental to the Atura brand philosophy.  Over the next few years, Atura Hotels will be launched across Australia in select CBD locations, business park precincts and regional hub.  The first to open was Atura Blacktown in October 2013. In 2014 the property won the Tourism Accommodation Awards (NSW) Awards for Excellence for ‘Mid-Range Hotel Accommodation of the Year’ and later was awarded ‘Best Mid-Range Accommodation Australia’ at the 2014 Australian Hotel Association Awards.  Atura Hotels is set to expand with Atura Albury scheduled to open in late December 2014 and another Melbourne-based property scheduled to open in late 2014.

For more information visit – www.aturablacktown.com.au

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