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Buddha Bar is Closing for a Month

Hi All,

Just to let you know that the Buddha Bar and Restaurant will be closed for a month but there are plenty of places to go in town for entertainment or a meal, just ask at reception when you check in.

Arts Factory team.



Meet Some More of The Staff

Hi All,

Click throught to see staff's full page, more pics of them what they do and their story!!

 - Reception Manager




 - Welcoming Committee

 - GM

 - Live in Manager
 - Team Leader

 - Supervisor

 - Bus Driver

 - Bus Driver

 - The Tour Desk




Arts Factory Lodge Becomes Part of Nomads

Hi Guys,

The Arts Factory Backpackers Lodge has become a part on Nomads Hostels. Check out their mini-site!!!! We will keep you updated with any specials such as the Fifth Night Free, Sleeping Around Promo!!!! Give us a call on 0266857709 for details.



Home Page is Now in French

Bienvenue au Artsfactory Backpacker Lodge. Nous vous invitons a venir vous relaxer au Coeur de notre paradis subtropical. Lezarder au bord de la piscine, vous delasser dans un hamac, ou encore vous impregner de l’atmoshpere amicale qui fait notre renommee.

 

Dans les annees 70, un bon nombre de hippies, artistes locaux et internationaux ont cree l’Artsfactory! Dans les annees 80, c’est devenu une place incontournable. Le lieu de naissance de l’esprit de Byron bay, qui a garde son aspect original depuis la creation.

 

Situes a seulement 10mn a pied de la plage, nous offrons une large gamme d’hebergements et demeures plus etonnantes les uns des autres, en allant du tipi aux bungalows sur pilotis, en passant par les dortoirs, chambres doubles, sans oublier le camping de la jungle !!!

 

Notre atelier d’activite propose des cours de didgeridoo et de Yoga. Vous pouvez egalament occuper le terrain de basket, de volley ou la table de ping pong.

Sauter dans la piscine chauffee, ou venir transpirer dans le sauna.

Sortir dans Byron, ou vous detendre sur une de nos plages spectaculaires, a moins de 10mn de marche a pied.

 

Si vous etes plutot branche musique, vous pouvez toujours venir enregistrer vos morceaux au paradis, le Buzz studio saura vous accueillir !

                       

En soiree, appreciez les Dj’s, les groupes live, les perfomences du spectacle pyrotechnique ou encore celles du talent show.

 

Nous faisons partie du Arts factory Village, qui comprend aussi Le Buddha bar/restaurant, le Byron lounge cinema et les Buddha garden day Spa.

 

Ne ratez surtout pas ‘l’experience d’une vie’ , venez chez nous … vous relaxer, rajeunir, et apprecier !

 

 

 



Christmas / New Year / Festival Accommodation Rates

 

All accomodation in not 100% guaranteed until full payment has been recieved in advance as specified by the Bookings Manager via telephone conversation. Should you find difficulty in using credit card option via the phone, alternative arrangements such as a money order can also be organised if you wish.

If you wish to book accommodation, please speak directly with the bookings manager Matt via the phone and he'll be happy to discuss accommodation options that best suit your needs.

There is a seven night minimum stay from the 26th of December for the Christmas / New Year Period.

Rates are as follows:-

Dorms and all share accommodation (including Teepees) are $40.00 per night per person.

Nunnery (girls only dorm) is $45.00 per night per person.

Island Hut Retreats (dobules and twins) are $110.00 per night for the room.

Cube (double and twins) are $145.00 oer night for the room.

The Loveshack (with ensuite) is $160.00 per night for the room.

Camping is $25.00 per night per person.

We have a minimum night stay which varies according to which Festival, this can be discussed with the Bookings Manager.

Hope we are able to fill your festival needs this season.

Kind Regards,

The Arts Factory.



December and January News

Hi All,

It's been a crazy time over the Christmas and New Year Period. Lot's and lot's and lot's of rain. All the dams are full and the waterfalls are overflowing.
However the sun has been shining for the last week and

the beaches are packed. It's a great time to come and visit Byron Bay with alot of the intense summer crowds gone and the sun out.
Check some of the pics from our Tour Desk Heman Joel who has just done a road trip to Hervey Bay and Noosa.

Who is the lucky Boy!

Che working hard at soemthing.

Christmas Day at the beach.

By our beautiful pool.

One more Shot.

Ok another one.

Wategoes looking pretty.

Joel's funky surfboard.

Always good to read by the Pool.




Arts Factory Wins Goldern Backpack Award November 2007


Hi All,

We are proud to announce that the Arts Factory Lodge has won the Goldern Backpack Award for Best Backpackes in New South Wales, awarded by NSW Tourism in addition to this the Buddha Bar and Restaurant won one of the favourite Backpacker Bars in NSW at the Backpackers Expo and Conference in Sydney.

Go Team keep up the good work.

I guess we are a Gold Member now!!!!



Here is the related Article in the Byron Shire News:-




JIMS ALTERNATIVE TOURS

DO YOU WANT MORE FUN?

JUMP ON JIMS TOUR

THE TOUR WITH THE TUNES!!

10:20am     Departs Arts Factory

12:15pm     Nimbin village! Check out the Nimbin Museum and Hemp Embassy or chill out at one of the local cafes 

3:00pm       Guided tour of the Hippy Heaven Alternative Farm. This Garden of Edan is sensational. Taste exotic fruits and nuts. A real treat! 

4:15pm       World Heritage Nightcap National Park & Minyon Falls. Opional walk to the lookout and enjoy the view over th 104m drop

5:15pm       Muchie stop at Federal Village - indulge your taste buds with chocolates & ice-creams for a chilled out road trip home

6:00pm       Back in Byron Bay 

                  

  

                       



THE HAPPY COACH Nimbin Tour
   
Experience NIMBIN for only $25 with the  HAPPY COACH BYRON BAY.

Departing Byron at 10am opposite Woolworths on Johnson st.
Pick up at Hostels available
Return to Byron 4:30pm
One way bookings available $13
Sunday markets Included

Trip Includes:
  • Minyon Falls
  • 2hrs @ Nimbin
  • World Heritage Forest
  • Discount Shopping Vouchers
Book at the Arts Factory or call the Happy Coach Direct 02 6685 3996
www.happycoach.com.au




BYRON AIRWAVES
Hang Gliding School

  • Tandem Flights
  • Lessons and Full Instruction
  • Backpacker discounts
  • Operating Daily
  • Over 20 Years Experience
  • Transport and Gift Vouchers Available
BOOKINGS/INQUIRIES PHONE BRIAN AND ANNE 6629 0354 or MOBILE 0427 615 950
or visit the Arts Factory Tour Desk


GO SEA KAYAK
Experience Byron Bay's stunning marine park

You will be enchanted by the local dolphins, turtles, rays and other sea creatures. During whale season you may be lucky enough to see these gentle giants, often with their calves.

  1. Your Kayak journey will start at Byron Bay Beach...
  2. Then we escape from your hectic shore life to the splendid quiet of the ocean...
  3. And return for a cuppa and some munchies.
THE BEST OCEAN ADVENTURE IN BYRON BAY!

To book your tour, SMS or call on 0416 222 344 or 6685 8880
or visit the Arts Factory Tour Desk

www.goseakayakbyronbay.com.au



Arts Factory Forum is Launched

Hey Guys,

Welcome to the the new Arts Factory Forum we would like to hear all the things that you have to say, talk to other travellers and see what's going down. Get the low down on Byron Bay, where to go surfing, where to party and what the hell is Nimbin. GO TO FORUM!



June Picture Gallery Kylie's Farewell

 

We all had a great night out and said farewell to Kylie as she went of to China to do prep for SURVIVOR CHINA. We will miss her and look forward to her return - go Kylie, yeah. All the crew were there Peggy, Tina, Craig, Tod, Gabbi, Dave, Lou, Sein, Taliah and the rest.




Backpacker Conference Hits AFL!

On April 18th the Arts Factory played host to a major backpacker conference. Operators, managers and associated industry attended the day from all over Australia. The one day conference was part of the Australian Tourism Export Council's (ATEC) annual sysposium, which was held in Tweed Heads this year.


Buzz Studio Launches Website

Hi All,

We are happy to announce the guys at Buzz Studio haved launched their new website, check out the sreen capture below.



Buzz Studio is an acoustically optimized and air-conditioned Recording Studio in Byron Bay, Australia, with a creative, friendly vibe and a reputation for achieving outstanding sonic results.

We provide audio engineering and music production services including recording, mixing, CD mastering, composition, audio restoration and tuition for musicians, bands, recording artists and the wider music industry.

The recording studio has a great sounding live room that offers excellent isolation and comfort, and we have a talented and dedicated audio engineer with one of the most highly sought-after assets in the recording industry - a great pair of ears!

Record in Paradise!

Located at the world famous Arts Factory you have access to a huge range of facilities and accommodation in luxurious surroundings, including a sauna, spa, swimming pool, cinema, restaurant and bar - all contained within a lush subtropical haven, with Byron Bay's gorgeous beaches only minutes away.

Hope to see you real soon!!

 

Studio Details

Bookings and Enquiries

Postal Address

Staff Details

Nissen Lowry (owner)

Pete Robinson (engineer)

Gaz Arthy (animator)



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