January-February Manager Blog
Sorry to all for not having January’s blog together but Islington has been just so busy, The Best Month to date for Islington and all very exciting. The month of February looks like it might be our busiest still so we were right…. Tasmania is a hot destination to visit and Islington’s the place to be!
Tatler Magazine UK recognizes The Islington Hotel
Some fantastic news in the world of travel and tourism. Islington has just been nominated by Tatler Magazine UK in the “Best 101 Hotel’s of 2007”. Islington is one of only 3 Australian Hotel’s and we are so pleased that we are being noticed and appreciated for all our efforts.
Media News
As you know Daniel our butler who came to us from the Royal palace was interviewed on ABC Radio talking about his work experience and also life at Islington. Not to forget about Annie as she has been recognized by Travel and Leisure for her work at Islington. Last night we hosted an unbelievable food showcasing Tasmania’s Best for a Japanese Magazine hosted by Tourism Tasmania and ourselves, it was a great excuse for me and Amy to have one of Annies fantastic and personal meals. Also on the food front Marie Clare magazine is here doing a fab photo shoot on Tasmanian Food, Lifestyle and Travel and Annie has been a great help for the team with all the inside info on the States best produce. The magazine is due out at the end of April and we eagerly await the story and photo’s.
Christmas and New Year
Christmas and New Year seems so long ago….but what a great time we had at Islington. The house was a buzz of activity, lots of fun, cheer and fabulous food.
Christmas saw 22 in the library for what was an amazing feast. I will attach a photo as soon as I receive them; some family members are being a bit slack!! Christmas is a special time and everyone has so much fun so we have decided to have another one??? What do you mean I say, we are going to have Christmas in July. During winter, Tasmania is a magical place and what better way to enjoy it…with the warmth and comfort of the open fires and floor heating with Daniel in the bar making his famous Mulled wine …..then sit down to a full Christmas feast with all the trimmings joined by The Islington Family. Book now, definitely not to be missed July 20-22nd July 2007.
Art
Islington turns160 years old this year and to celebrate this marvelous achievement we have an amazing Art package organized for 2007. Renowned Artist & Botanist, Lauren Black is spending over 2 days at Islington ( 4 dates this year ) as our resident Artist, teacher and guest speaker about botanical art and guests can partake in classes. It is also a way for artists to expand their knowledge and talents with botanical drawings & painting. 
Islington Gossip
We have been blessed to see many guest coming returning back to Islington. This is great news and we hope it continues because Islington is a home and with guests who treat it like so makes our jobs a little easier, sometimes!! Last Wednesday we took our very special guests the Topfers out as our guests on a new sailing boat charter called Helsal IV. The sailing boat is 62 foot and although 20 years old it was and still is the Rolls Royce vessel. The main purpose was to see if the boat operator who could look after our guests the way we like and I am pleased to say that John the Skipper did a fantastic job. The weather was great and the wind strong enough to put up the spinnaker. I have no-doubt that it will be a busy boat during the summer months so if you would like to go sailing and enjoy the amazing views from the water of Hobart then let us know and we will book it.
