Fairmont has front row seats to summer festivals around the world
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Fairmont has front row seats to summer festivals around the world
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Category: Worldwide
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2011-03-31
Local Celebrations Give Travelers Even More Reasons to Visit
Summer is the time for food, fireworks and festivals. As the warm weather gets closer, many special events around the world are gearing up to add music, food and revelry to already exciting destinations from Whistler to Shanghai. With many Fairmont hotels set in the heart of their cities and towns, it makes sense that many have the best seats in the house to take in all the celebrations. So, whether the itinerary includes film, jazz or a rodeo, savvy travelers know where to stay this summer. Just visit www.fairmont.com for rates and packages.
ART & FILM
From June 3-5, 2011, the Flash Forward Festival at Fairmont Battery Wharf will transform the hotel’s unoccupied commercial space along Boston’s waterfront into stunning art galleries. Put together by the Magenta Foundation, Flash Forward is an innovative festival celebrating internationally acclaimed contemporary photographers as well as local Boston artists. An extension of The Magenta Foundation’s annual emerging photography competition, Flash Forward was established as a platform to promote emerging artists.
As the Chinese film industry gains more and more attention from moviegoers at home and abroad, The Shanghai Film Festival has become a premier showcase for the country’s hottest filmmakers. Taking place June 11-19, 2011, this celebration of Chinese cinema has become a major player in the film world, and is the most important film festival in China. To fully take advantage of the city and celebrations, staying at the nearby Fairmont Peace Hotel will give visitors a taste of Shanghai’s glamorous past and present. In its heyday, the hotel hosted some of the Jazz Age’s greatest stars, and since its reopening it 2010, it has again become the playground of the world’s glitterati.
A tropical favorite for film buffs, The Maui Film Festival is a popular stop for vacationers and cinephiles alike. The Fairmont Kea Lani is a major sponsor of the annual festival, which takes place at locations throughout Wailea every June and showcases the films on the neighboring greens of Wailea Golf Club. This 5-day festival runs June 15-19, 2011 and along with film screenings will host celebrities, world-class culinary events, filmmakers’ panels and A-List tributes on one of the world's most beautiful islands.
Summer 2011 in Vancouver will be one to remember with the always festive Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver and The Fairmont Waterfront both offer elegant options for pre-theater dining and cocktails in addition to easy access to one of Canada’s best Shakespeare festivals. Performances run all summer at Vanier Park and include As You Like It, The Merchant of Venice, Henry VI and Richard III.
MUSIC
From June 15 - September 15, 2011, the Domaine Forget hosts the International Festival of classical music and jazz in Québec. A vast historical estate on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, the institution offers performances and concerts, which take place over a two-month period. The festival offers visitors the chance to discover the talents of international stars, major Québec artists, and promising young musicians. Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu is an event partner, and is a popular place to stay when taking advantage of this extended cultural festival.
The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal will celebrate its 32nd edition in 2011, and Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth, located in the heart of downtown, is steps away from great shopping, attractions and festival venues. Over 650 shows, including 370 free outdoor concerts, will be presented in Montréal June 25 - July 4, 2011, making it a popular time to visit the stunning city.
One of the most prestigious events in Europe is the Montreux Jazz Festival, held every July on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland. Recently, the event was honored by the International Live Music Conference with the “Best Festival” award for 2011. Fairmont Le Montreux Palace is the ideal place to stay during the festivities, which run from July 1-16, 2011. The resort can impress visitors with stories of past musical guests, including the illustrious Freddie Mercury and Quincy Jones, both of whom have suites dedicated in their honor.
FOOD & WINE
The Feast in the Mountains festival showcases British Columbia’s culinary bounty by transforming Whistler’s Rebagliati Park into a playground for roaming gourmands. The Fairmont Chateau Whistler will participate on July 31, 2011 with a unique collection of dining experiences that capture the essence of Whistler's gastronomic culture. Exceptional fine dining balanced with casual, gourmet picnics to go and a variety of flavorful choices in between will delight visitors. Feast in the Mountains raises funds for FarmFolk/CityFolk's work, which includes protecting farmland, researching alternative methods of farmland tenure, securing organic seed for BC farmers, and promoting ‘eat local’ educational programs.
For people looking for nothing more than good food and good culture, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is an official sponsor and host hotel of the Sonoma Wine Country Weekend every Labor Day, September 2-4, 2011. An epicurean experience unlike any other, the event combines the elegance, sophistication, and style of Taste of Sonoma, with the festivity, frivolity and fundraising of the Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction for three unforgettable days of celebration.
One of the most scenic festivals in the U.S., the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival in Colorado is a three-day celebration of music and microbrews from September 16-18, 2011. Just a quick gondola ride away from Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer Lodge, the weekend includes live blues, rock, gospel and soul performances, along with the best microbrews in Colorado, a wide variety of food and craft vendors, children’s activities, and more.
FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Hamburg celebrates its harbor with the world’s greatest port festival May 6-8, 2011, when the Hanseatic city observes the 822nd Birthday of the Port of Hamburg. Prominently located on the Inner Alster Lake shore, The Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten will be in the heart of three days filled with activities on water, land and in the air. Some of the world’s largest and most beautiful cruises, frigates and steamboats are expected, and aquatic events like the parade of ships and the tugboat ballet are at the center of the celebrations.
Travelers who want something entirely unique should head for the annual Calgary Stampede, which bills itself as the greatest outdoor show on Earth. The Fairmont Palliser is just around the corner from the summer festivities, which feature a rodeo, Chuckwagon races, Grandstand show and plenty of events that celebrate Alberta’s cowboy culture. This year, the show runs July 8-17, 2011.
For maximum viewing enjoyment of the International Competition of Musical Fireworks, the Fairmont Monte Carlo’s Horizon – Deck, Restaurant & Champagne Bar is the place to be. Guests can savor delicious Mediterranean cuisine during a special dinner on the panoramic 7th floor terrace overlooking the sea and sky. Overlooking the Mediterranean, the hotel affords the best seats in the Principality for the colorful fireworks program, which will occur July 9 and 28, and August 12 and 25, 2011.
ABOUT FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS
Located in world-class destinations around the globe, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. With more than 60 hotels, Fairmont is known as much for its warm, engaging service and culturally rich experiences, as its classic hotels that imbue a sense of heritage, sophistication and social importance and are often considered destinations in their own right. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. Fairmont is owned by FRHI Holdings Limited, a leading global hotel company with over 100 hotels under the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont and Raffles branded estates and luxury private residence club properties.
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