Release: Private Retreat launches the ultimate boys’ getaway with KTM

LAKE WANAKA, New Zealand (March 8, 2010) – A weekend of extreme performance with KTM motorcycles, fine food and wine and luxury accommodation overlooking Lake Wanaka in the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps is the new ultimate boys’ getaway from

Release: Private Retreat.

The three-night package, Experience KTM @ Release, includes a one-day guided test ride with the latest off-road bikes from KTM. Put the 450EXC and the 250EXC through their paces in the diverse backcountry of Lake Wanaka. Under expert guidance, clients can improve their riding skills and explore some of the most spectacular enduro terrain in the Southern Hemisphere, from the shores of Lake Wanaka to steep hill climbs on the surrounding mountains to enjoy the majestic lake and alpine views of Mt Aspiring National Park.

After working up an appetite in the wild backcountry, guests can enjoy an in-house private chef for the night with a menu featuring fresh local produce and award-winning wines from the world-famous Central Otago region.

“Experience KTM @ Release is all about a high quality experience that you simply can’t get anywhere else,” said Nick Frame, co-founder of Release: Private Retreat. “By combining the best of everything – cutting-edge technology from KTM, world-class cuisine and luxury accommodation, it’s the perfect discerning boys’ weekend away.”

With Release: Private Retreat sleeping six there’s plenty of room for the girls too with the full concierge service on hand to arrange any other detail that completes the ultimate experience, whether it’s in-house massage, wine-tasting or a total pampering session.

Nestled in native bush with commanding views across Lake Wanaka to the mountains of Mt Aspiring National Park, Release is an architecturally designed luxury retreat. The elegant accommodation is finished to the highest level and is testament to the values of sustainable architecture with its eco-friendly design. Prices for Experience KTM @ Release start at $975 per person per night (based on two pax, prices for up to six pax available on request).

For further information, visit www.releasenz.com.

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For further media information, contact:
Victoria Murray-Orr – EveNZ Consultancy
Tel: +64 3 443 2700 E: vmo@evenz.co.nz