Tired of being confined to the house during the cold and rainy weather? Parents deserve some time-out this winter and Medina Serviced Apartments is offering special packages and facilities to make kids feel at home, while their parents can enjoy a luxury break.

Australia's leading owner and operator of serviced apartments, Medina Serviced Apartments has launched their special family winter packages starting from just $187 a night, including luxury accommodation in a spacious two bedroom apartment, continental breakfast for each person, free undercover parking and daily newspaper for mum & dad.

This Medina package is designed with inclusions to help make a family�s holiday the highlight of the year, with features such as kids dining facilities, a fully equipped �kids toy chest� and pool playtime toys to use during their stay.

On booking in, parents are presented with a deluxe kid�s toy chest, filled to the brim with the most entertaining toys and games including Lego, Sony kids CD�s, books and toys - designed to entertain them for many hours and save luggage space in cars.

When its time to dine, children have their very own table and chair set or highchair, with accompanying crockery. Parents can easily prepare a snack or meal in the fully equipped kitchen or order and eat in rather than going to a restaurant. Medina�s specially designed pantry service allows guests to pre-order groceries and drinks for the whole family.

Medina�s apartments are designed to provide parents with privacy and kids with loads of space to entertain themselves. Parents can choose from a range of apartments including one, two and three bedrooms, so there is no need to share a room with the kids. Apartments are also serviced daily so parents can take a break from tidying up after the children. Larger apartments include two separate bathrooms, free to air and Pay TV televisions in both the bedroom and living areas; CD players & data points for those kids who cannot live without their computers.

Families have a vast range of apartments around Sydney to choose from - including Darling Harbour, Surry Hills, Northern and Eastern Suburbs - all located close to family entertainment venues and public transport.

Bedrooms Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Medina Grand Harbourside $195.00 $235.00 Medina Grand Sydney $160.00 $225.00 $308.00 Medina Executive Sydney Central $147.00 $189.00 $239.00 Medina On Crown (Executive) $185.00 $240.00 Medina Classic Martin Place $164.00 $187.00 Medina Executive Paddington $212.00 Medina Executive Coogee $145.00 $195.00 $250.00 Medina Executive North Ryde $199.00 Medina Classic Chippendale $120.00 $144.00 $187.00 Medina Classic Crows Nest $125.00 $135.00

All Medina�s apartments (except studios) feature separate formal lounge and dining areas, fully equipped kitchen and laundries. Each of the properties has a range of great lifestyle facilities, including a swimming pool, BBQ area, sauna, spa and gymnasium.

The packages, valid until August 30, 2003, are valid on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights or for a three night mid-week stay.

Bookings for these packages can be made by calling 1300 300 232 or via the internet at www.medinaapartments.com.au

For More Information Call: Michelle Fischl , Medina Group - (02)9356 1024 Tim Allerton/Hope Clutterham, City Public Relations - (02) 9267 4511