GREAT FALL/WINTER GOLF ESCAPES FROM FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS

Every seasoned golf traveler knows there’s much more to a great golf trip than what it says on your scorecard. That’s why Fairmont Hotels & Resorts recently unveiled a slew of engaging new golf packages just in time for fall and winter travel.

The new packages feature world-class golf, breathtaking locales, spectacular accommodations, inventive spa treatments and a host of other luxuries, all delivered in Fairmont’s signature style. A sampling of the available packages is listed below (along with a few of our favorite golf holes and signature cocktails for good measure.):
Fairmont Mayakoba, (www.fairmont.com/mayakoba) - Set amidst the lush tropical beauty of Mexico’s enchanting Mayan Riviera, the AAA-Five Diamond Fairmont Mayakoba’s Sweet Deal Package with Spa and Golf bonus offers, includes:
“         One night accommodation in a Fairmont room, double occupancy
“         Bonus Golf Offer - Purchase a round of golf at El Camaleon and play as many rounds of golf as you like on the same day
“         Bonus Spa Offer - Purchase any 60-minute a la carte spa treatment at the regular price and receive a complimentary 30-minute customized spa treatment
“         Bonus Tour Offer - Enjoy a complimentary boat tour of the water canals with an ecology expert
“         $250 USD food and beverage credit per room, per stay

Don’t Miss - Take a moment or two to gaze into the cavernous cenotes located in the fairway of El Camaleon’s first and second holes. The natural features are unique to the Yucatan Peninsula and are trademarks of the Mayakoba golf experience.

Signature Cocktail - El Camaleon Cooler, Mayakoba’s unique take on the classic Arnold Palmer. The refreshing El Camaleon Cooler features fresh-brewed iced tea, lime juice, natural sweetener, mineral water and a cherry to top it off.

Sweet Deal Package rates begin at $309 USD per room, per night from Nov. 1 to Dec. 16, 2009 and $399 USD per room, per night from Jan. 2 to April 19, 2010, based upon availability.

Fairmont Turnberry Isle (www.fairmont.com/turnberryisle) - Raymond Floyd’s hidden gems at The Fairmont Turnberry Isle in Miami provide golf unlike any other in the Sunshine State. Play the two championship golf courses on the resort’s Fore the Love of Golf Package, which includes:
“         Oversized accommodations with balcony or terrace overlooking the resort’s grounds
“         First round of golf, including green fees, cart and practice balls prior to play
“         Forecaddie service for first round (gratuity not included)
“         Second round of golf with green fees and cart
“         Admission to Willow Stream Spa, including fitness center and classes
“         Daily breakfast buffet in the Cascata Grille restaurant
“         Complimentary shuttle to the Ocean Club and Aventura Mall
“         Guests can substitute day of golf for one 60-minute spa treatment

Don’t Miss - If you need a tie-breaker after your round, hike to the hidden tee about half way up the 64-foot waterfall just off the 18th green on the Soffer Course. From there, you and your partners can hit wedge shots to the green. Take a guess at the yardage. Closest-to-the-pin wins.

Signature Cocktail - Turnberry Isle Mojito, Fairmont Turnberry Isle’s signature cocktail, handmade using fresh mint and sugar cane grown at the resort and premium rum.

Fore the Love of Golf Package rates begin at $530 per room, per night from Oct. 1 through Dec. 18, 2009. Package rate includes room tax and resort fee.

Fairmont Kea Lani (www.fairmont.com/kealani) — Located in Maui, Hawaii, The Fairmont Kea Lani offers the Wailea Golf and Spa Package, offering guests the experience of playing three premier courses and indulging in a relaxing 50-minute Lomi Lomi massage or Hawaiian Salt Scrub at the Spa Kea Lani. The package includes:
“         Accommodations in a luxurious one-bedroom suite or spacious villa for a minimum of four nights
“         Deluxe buffet breakfast at Kea Lani Restaurant for two, daily for suites, or for four daily for two-bedroom villas and for six daily for three-bedroom villas (tax and gratuity included)
“         Two rounds of golf at any of the three courses, Emerald, Gold and Old Blue (includes cart)
“         Transportation service to and from Wailea Golf club
“         Two 50-minute spa treatments (choice of Lomi Lomi massage or Hawaiian Salt Scrub)
“         One dinner at Kō Restaurant for two (3 course menu)(tax and gratuity included)

Wailea Golf and Spa Package rates start from $569 per night (plus applicable taxes), based upon availability. The Wailea Golf and Spa Packge is offered until Dec. 17, 2009.

Fairmont Pierre Marques (www.fairmont.com/pierremarques) - Nestled along Acapulco’s beautiful Revolcadero Beach, Fairmont Pierre Marques’ Golf Fore Free Package, includes:
“         Newly remodeled Fairmont Ocean View Room overlooking Acapulco’s incredible sunsets
“         Unlimited play on the breathtaking Princess Golf Course (mandatory $35 USD cart fee per player per round)
“         Complimentary breakfast for two at any restaurant (excluding room service)

Don’t Miss - Princess Golf Course 5th Hole (294-yard, par 4), This short but daunting par 4 tempts players to go for the green off the tee. A lake borders the left side of the fairway. Out-of-bounds is wide right, and a large, deep bunker guards the front left approach to the green. This leaves just a small opening to make such an attempt possible.

Golf Fore Free Package rates begin at $125 USD per person, per night until Dec. 19, 2009.

Fairmont St Andrews (www.fairmont.com/standrews) - Located in the “Home of Golf,” the luxurious Fairmont St Andrews’ Home of Golf Dream Package, includes:
“         Two-nights luxury accommodation in a newly remodeled room.
“         Three rounds of golf per person on the fantastic Links Trust courses, including one guaranteed round on the Old Course and a choice of the New, Eden, Strathtyrum and Jubilee courses. The Castle Course also can be included for an additional surcharge.

The Home of Golf Dream Package and tee times are subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. Rates start from just ?239 per person, based upon double occupancy. Offer is valid from November 1st, 2009 to March 31st, 2010.

Fairmont Empress (www.fairmont.com/empress) - Rising regally over Victoria’s spectacular Inner Harbour, The Fairmont Empress offers its unique “Fore” Your Senses Golf/Spa Package:
“         One night luxury accommodation
“         Golf/Spa welcome gift
“         Your choice of either:
o        Two $125 CAD Gift Certificates for Willow Stream Spa
o        Two rounds of golf at Olympic View Golf Club, Cordova Bay Golf Club or Bear Mountain Golf & Country Club* (Guests who choose to play Bear Mountain will be charged an additional $25 CAD per person)
o        Or, one of each item

“Fore” Your Senses Golf/Spa Package is available year-round and subject to availability. Winter rates begin at $589 CAD per night based upon double occupancy.

All rates are based upon availability and do not include tax, gratuity or service charge. Prices quoted are in U.S. dollars unless noted otherwise. For reservations, please visit www.fairmont.com, call 1-800-441-1414 or contact your local travel professional.

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