2009 “SENSATIONS” PACKAGES AT HOTEL RITZ MADRID

03-06-2009

MADRID, SPAIN (MARCH 6, 2009) – Located in the heart of Madrid, Hotel Ritz Madrid offers something for everyone, whether it is art discovery, wine tasting, or a celebration with loved ones. For 2009, Ritz Madrid is offering five appealing packages, encouraging guests to experience this legendary hotel through an array of cultural and culinary activities. All of the “Sensations” packages are valid until December 23, 2009.

 

For art lovers, Hotel Ritz Madrid has arranged an Art in Madrid package. With a two-night stay in a Classic Room, roundtrip airport transfers in a private limousine, welcome amenities and a bottle of cava, the package also includes tickets to the Thyssen Museum, Centro de Arte Reina Sofia and the Prado Museum. Hotel Ritz Madrid also offers an exclusive Afternoon Tea in the Hall or in the Garden, as well as a three-course dinner in Ritz’s Goya Restaurant (beverages excluded), and a complete Art Guide of Prado Museum. Located between the Thyssen and the Prado museums, Hotel Ritz Madrid is within walking distance to some of the world’s greatest collections of art. The Art in Madrid package starts at Euro €888 (approximately USD $1,142*).

 

Travelers can pleasure their senses at the Ritz Madrid with the Wine Tasting from the Ritz package. In collaboration with Bodegas Qubel Hotel, located just outside Madrid, the Ritz launches a three-day program for the discovery, education and enjoyment of the senses through wine, gastronomy and the environment of Madrid. Guests are invited to spend two nights in a Classic Room with airport transfers in a private limousine, a bottle of cava and welcome amenities upon arrival, and buffet breakfast at Goya Restaurant. After a 45 minute private transfer to Bodegas Qubel, they will enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour guided, personalized visit to the winery and vineyards, with a tasting of three wines, followed by a tapas degustation. Also included is a three-course dinner in the Goya Restaurant, where the Sommelier will introduce guests to the world of Spanish wines. The Wine Tasting from the Ritz package starts at Euro €1219 (approximately USD $1,567*).

 

With the Madrid and Surroundings package, guests will discover the magic of Madrid and the charm of its most emblematic hotel . Travelers are invited to a three-night stay in a Classic Room, with roundtrip transfers in a private limousine, cava and welcome amenities upon arrival, and a full breakfast buffet in the Goya Restaurant. A private limousine will transfer guests to either Toledo or Segovia for an eight-hour excursion of either of these national heritage cities. The package also includes an exclusive Ritz Afternoon tea, a three-course dinner at Goya Restaurant (beverages excluded), and a guide book of Madrid and nearby heritage cities. The Madrid and Surroundings package starts at Euro €1,572 (approximately USD $2,008*).

 

There is no better place to celebrate a special birthday, a honeymoon, or an anniversary than with the Hotel Ritz Madrid. The Celebration Package includes a two-night stay in a Classic Room with roundtrip airport transfers in a private limousine, a bottle of cava and welcome amenities upon arrival, and full breakfast buffet at Goya Restaurant. In honor of the special occasion, guests are invited to a candlelight dinner at Goya Restaurant, where they can enjoy a three-course menu (beverages excluded). For guests to always remember their special Ritz Madrid memories, the package also includes a sleek silver frame as a courtesy. The Celebration Package starts at Euro €866 (approximately USD $ 1,106*).

 

The Gourmet Delights package allows guests to savor the delicacies of Madrid. Guests are invited to enjoy an Exclusive Ritz Afternoon tea in the Hall or on the Goya Terrace, a five-course Degustation Menu (lunch or dinner), with selected wines chosen by the hotel sommelier at Goya Restaurant, and a buffet breakfast. The program also includes a two-night stay in a Classic Room, roundtrip airport transfers in a private limousine, Spanish Cava upon arrival, and Welcome Ritz amenities. As a courtesy of this program, Hotel Ritz Madrid also includes a book on Spanish gourmet tapas. The Gourmet Delights package starts at Euro €995 (approximately USD $1,280*).

 

 

About Hotel Ritz Madrid

Hotel Ritz Madrid is a reflection of the history of Spain, and has been host to many prominent guests since its formal opening in 1910. Located in the heart of Madrid, the hotel is situated in one of the most historic and fascinating areas and is within easy reach of Madrid’s tourist attractions and financial district. The Hotel Ritz Madrid offers 30 impressive suites in addition to the hotel’s 137 elegant guest rooms. The hotel boasts renowned Restaurant Goya, as well as an elegant Open Air Terrace and the Lobby Bar, which is the perfect setting for afternoon tea.

 

For more information on Hotel Ritz Madrid and to book, visit www.ritzmadrid.com, or call Orient-Express Hotels at +1 (800) 237-1236.

 

*The dollar price guide is based on the exchange rate at the time of going to press, but the final price will depend on the exchange rate at the time of booking.

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