Spicers Retreats, Hotels and Lodges currently operates four award-winning retreats – Spicers Clovelly Estate in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Spicers Vineyards Estate in the Hunter Valley region, and - from February 1, 2010 -  Spicers Peak Lodge and Spicers Hidden Vale in South East Queensland. An exclusive Spicers city retreat, the Spicers Balfour Hotel, is opening in early 2010 in New Farm, Brisbane, and under refurbishment in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is the award-winning Spicers Tamarind, also opening in early 2010. Spicers Retreats, Hotels and Lodges has further properties under development with a vision to expand globally.

Spicers Retreats, Hotels and Lodges also owns (in partnership) Hidden Peaks Walks, Australia’s newest guided walks company. Hidden Peaks offers a world-class outdoor adventure experience where guests can connect with the natural wonders of South East Queensland whilst indulging in award-winning lodge accommodation, well-appointed camping, fine food and wine. Its first offering – Spicers Private Walk – stepped out in May 2009.

Spicers Retreats, Hotels and Lodges is part of the Gainsdale Group of companies owned by Flight Centre founder and managing director Graham Turner and his wife Jude, who have used their considerable knowledge of the travel industry to create properties that promise world-class elegance and uncompromised luxury.