Monday, September 7, 2009

"Zurich's Iconic Dolder Grand Launches 'Autumn Aspiration' A Seasonal Wellness and Dining Experience"


(Hong Kong, September 7, 2009) – Zurich’s world renowned Dolder Grand, newly re-opened as a stunning Norman Foster-designed ‘city resort’, is offering an 'Autumn Aspiration’ experience including gourmet dinner and pampering at its acclaimed new spa.

The luxurious two-night package promotion is designed for couples or single use and available from October 15 - December 15, priced from just CHF1,680 (US$1,585).

It includes daily continental breakfast, a three-course dinner at the Garden Restaurant and a signature 60-minute massage at the sublime Kerstin Florian spa.

Package prices go up to CHF 1,820 (US$1,717) for a Double Deluxe, CHF 2,070 (US$1,953) for a Junior Suite Superior, CHF 2,210 (US$2,086) for a Junior Suite Deluxe and CHF 2,490 (US$2,349) in a lavish Junior Suite Grand.

Rates are also available for single guests, starting at CHF1,450 (US$1,368).

The Dolder Grand dates back to 1899 as an historic ‘Curhaus’ health spa and re-opened last year following a four-year, US$400 million facelift by world-renowned London architects Foster and Partners.

Against a backdrop of Alpine peaks, historic Zurich is an exquisite base to explore one of Europe’s most beautiful tourist destinations in the autumn.

Excursion options range from boat trips on Lake Zürich to cable cars to mountain peaks and hiking in alpine meadows.

Close to one of Europe’s most picturesque and lively cities is the continent’s largest waterfall the Rhine Falls, Europe's biggest indoor water park, imposing medieval castles and elegant casinos.

Autumn time in Zurich and its environs offers travellers the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history and culture of Switzerland. From October 29 to November 12, Expovina which is Switzerland’s largest wine exhibition, is staged on-board boats anchored at Zurich’s beautiful Bürkliplatz dock.

For art lovers, Art International Zurich runs from October 16 to 18, and attracts artists and galleries from the world over to its exhibition halls.

From November 19 through January 3, The Conneli Christmas Circus will be staged in the city centre alongside the traditional European Christmas Market which takes place from November 19 to December 31. Here visitors can partake in a colourful and unique tradition that dates back centuries and do their Christmas shopping from a magnificent array of toys, scents and smells, festive confectionery, fashion accessories and decorations for the Christmas home.

The Dolder Grand was voted on Condé Nast Traveler's 'Hot List 2009' of the world’s best new hotels, in both US and UK editions, and ranked one of the world's best new hotels on Travel + Leisure magazine's influential 'It List 2009' -- the only Swiss hotel on the renowned list and one of only eight in Europe.

The hotel is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels.

For reservations please call +41 44 456 60 00, or please email: reservations@thedoldergrand.com

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