Ultimate luxury against a backdrop of Alpine peaks
(Hong Kong, October 29, 2008) – Zurich’s iconic ‘city resort’, the newly reopened Dolder Grand, is offering festive Christmas and New Year packages featuring gourmet gala dinners and spa pampering in Switzerland’s most spectacular new spa.
The hotel’s grand forecourt and manicured gardens will be decorated for the Festive Season with twinkling Christmas lights, while inside a 5 metre traditional decorated fir tree will dominate the historic Stone Hall to complete a traditional European Christmas.
Ideal for those seeking a quietly indulgent Christmas vacation, these inclusive stays include spa treatments ranging from the Pampering Massage Therapy by Kerstin Florian, the Pure Gold Radiance facial by La Prairie, classic manicures and meditation. Specially tailored Gentleman’s treatments include the Swiss Cellular Facial for men by La Prairie and The Classic Pedicure by Kerstin Florian.
A one-night pre-Christmas package comes complete with breakfast and three treatments each for both men and women, are priced from CHF 2,350 / EUR 1,517 for a double room from November 1 to December 23.
A Christmas special on December 24 and 25 includes a gala dinner, brunch and spa pampering and start at CHF 700 / EUR 452 for a single room or CHF 1,230 / EUR 794 for a double room.
The New Year's Eve package also includes limousine transfers, a gala dinner, brunch and spa pampering, starting at CHF 1,220 / EUR 787 for a single room, and CHF 2,009 / EUR 1,297 for a double room.
The 7-course gala dinner, including a glass of Champagne, is individually priced at CHF 380 / EUR 246. A sumptuous menu starts with a delicate dish of seared scallops, followed by caviar and a light potato cake, turbot and sea urchin, and foie gras with smoked vanilla ice cream. The entrée is pigeon from Bresse accompanied by braised shallots, walnuts and black truffles.
This celebration feast is completed with a dessert of warm chocolate with banana, pepper and Banyuls, before welcoming 2009 with live DJ entertainment and a champagne buffet with midnight snacks against the backdrop of spectacular fireworks on the lake.
Welcoming 2009, a package valid from January 1 to March 19 includes breakfast and three spa treatments at CHF 750 / EUR 439 for a single room or CHF 1,310/ EUR 877 for a double room. Specifically designed to rejuvenate, the spa treatments are Blossom of Snow by Kerstin Florian, an Antioxidant Vitamin C Infusion treatment by Kerstin Florian and Meditation.
Christmas in Zurich/Switzerland
Christmas time in the exquisite city of Zurich and its environs offers travellers the opportunity to immerse themselves in some of the joyous, centuries old traditions of Switzerland. From Christmas markets to carol singing in the ancient city square and churches, to church services in the cathedral, this is a particularly special time of year to be in the heart of Europe.
Top tips for Christmas Travellers
1. The famous Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most beautiful shopping areas in Europe and a perfect place to pick up your Christmas presents. Top quality products (shoes, furs, accessories, porcelain, jewellery and watches) can be found in the elegant fashion stores and boutiques.
2. Also on the Bahnhofstrasses shopping mile is the new state-of-the-art Christmas illuminations, ‘The World's Largest Timepiece’. As Christmas draws nearer, the lighting will alter, at first resembling clouds drifting by and finally, on New Year's Eve, the band of light will emit effervescing sparks of light, almost like a fireworks display.
3. Every year, an ice-skating rink is created at the Lake Side Casino overlooking Lake Zurich. Entrance is free of charge and skates can be rented.
4. Zurich's traditional Conelli Christmas Circus will be performing an enchanting show from Mid November until early January.
5. Visit the Zurich Opera House for one of the world renowned opera or ballet shows.
Reservations +41 44 456 60 00 or info@thedoldergrand.com.
About The Dolder Grand
The historic Dolder Grand dates back to 1899 as a Curhaus health spa and has been reborn following a four-year, US$400 million facelift styled by world-renowned London architects Foster and Partners.
The luxury city resort with unrivalled views of the city, lake and the Alps now features 173 exceptionally luxurious rooms and suites within the historic Main Building and the two entirely new extensions, the Golf and Spa wings.
Now positioned as a top-ranking international luxury city resort, The Dolder Grand is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels.
For more information about The Dolder Grand, visit: www.thedoldergrand.com.
Reservations please call +41 44 456 60 00 or contact reservations@thedoldergrand.com.
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