By Rama Gaind
Swissôtel Sydney, located in the heart of the city’s CBD in Market Street, is part of a worldwide hotel chain where global specials are constant – and the patrons reap the rewards.
Take, for example, an opportunity to have a ‘Taste of Switzerland’ with a special annual Swiss Food Festival on July 29.
Unfortunately, I was unable to accept the invitation for what promises to be a fabulous evening to experience a truly authentic Swiss cuisine prepared with “passion and tradition”. However, those partaking of the festivities will have a night to remember.
Without doubt, chef Justin Zammit and the jpb Restaurant will excel in their endeavours at this deluxe five-star hotel.
Now you can take advantage of the Swiss National Day (August 1) promotions at Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts and learn more about their designer clutch with a Swiss touch that’s bound to look fabulous with any ensemble and an assortment of chocolate specialties.
Switzerland specials
Fly overseas and Swissôtel Hotels and Resorts offer more competitive holiday packages.
Venture further afield and you will enjoy the ultimate Geneva shopping experience with Swissôtel Métropole Geneva and get a guided tour of all the brand-name clothing and accessories at Bongénie.
Indulge in a Golfer’s Paradise package and let Swissôtel Le Plaza Basel get you out on the green this summer.
Special offers around the Swissôtel world
Singapore’s Grand Prix Season is more than just a Formula 1 night race. It is also 10 days of parties, race-themed events, music concerts, exhibitions and dining & shopping experiences.
Go to Singapore Formula 1 from September 23-25 and you can have rooms in pole position as you experience the roar and whine of the fastest cars on earth from your own balcony at Swissôtel The Stamford. The rooms are in pole position – located directly on Turn 9 of the track – for the best action of every race.
Book before July 31, 2011 and get early bird discounts at Swissôtel Merchant Court which is also at the heart of the racing action.
If you attend any of these festivals and performances in Asia, then you will find a Swissôtel hotel package to suit your needs.
Go to Bangkok to visit the 25th Legendary Flower Show, a four-day event; be in Beijing for one of the world’s largest events at the ICT industry P&T/Expo Comm China 2011 in late September; the 7th Kunshan International Beer Festival in August will bring the German ‘bierfest’ tradition to China with all the trimmings; attend a performance of Mamma Mia! in Chinese at the Shanghai Grand Theatre; and attend the biggest music event of the year, Summer Sonic Festival in Osaka in August.
Travel from North to South America and take in Chicago to see the air and water show in August or visit Lima and partake of the 100th anniversary of Machu Picchu. The ruins of this Inca estate are both one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site – it’s an amazing place.
Visit Europe: Join Swissôtel Amsterdam in celebrating its 25th birthday with some special anniversary packages.
This year Berlin’s premier shopping boulevard, the Kurfürstendamm, celebrates its 125th anniversary with an exciting festival of music, food, light shows and special shopping opportunities until the end of October. Take advantage of Swissôtel’s special room package with the perfect location right on the Ku’damm.
Visit the outdoor kitchen at the Wine Festival in September which takes place right in front of Swissôtel Bremen. You can’t get closer than this as wine lovers celebrate all things vinicultural at the Bremer Weinfest. More than 20 local wineries and restauranteurs provide domestic and international food and wine, with music and street theatre rounding out the program.
‘Flamenco Hoy’ will be in Moscow on October 14, 2011 and Swissôtel Krasnye Holmy Moscow is perfectly located nearby for a special package with show tickets. The celebrated Spanish director Carlos Saura’s phenomenal show combines flamenco music, dance and song.
Discover ancient Turkey
Go back in time and visit archaeological sites. Ankara is not just the capital of Turkey, it also hosts a number of ancient sites dating back to Roman and Byzantine times. Visit the impressive Ankara Citadel, the Roman theatre, the Temple of Augustus and the Roman baths, while staying at the stylish Swissôtel Ankara.
One of the many reasons to visit Istanbul is the historic Sultanahmet district. Visit the ancient Roman Basilica Cistern, the Ottoman mosques and the Topkapi Palace, have a meal in the bistros of Beyoglu or cruise across the Bosphorus – the old city hosts many examples of the city’s ancient origins. Swissôtel The Bosphorus is the perfect place to stay with guest rooms that enjoy magnificent Bosphorus views.
Discover more history
In ancient times, the yachting destination Göcek was called Kalimche, the place where the legendary Icarus fell from the sky. You’ll find even more history nearby: such as in Dalyan, where you can see the magnificent royal tombs of Kaunos that have been carved into the cliffs. Stay at Swissôtel Göcek for a fascinating combination of Mediterranean waterfront paradise and ancient history
Izmir: Road to Ephesus: The ancient port of Ephesus was once the trade centre of the Mediterranean world and today it makes up the largest collection of Roman ruins in the Mediterranean. Swissôtel Grand Efes Izmir offers you a great package including a tour of this fascinating, preserved city as well as the stylish comfort of one of Turkey’s most elegant hotels.
Start your packing now as the wanderlust is most infectious!
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Swissôtel Sydney
68 Market Street, Sydney NSW 2000
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