SHOP, PLAY & STAY AT THE PLAZA HOTEL WITH “SHOPAHOLIC PACKAGE”

02-17-2009

Exclusive Shopping and Pampering Experiences

New York, NY – February 17, 2009 – Indulge in the experience of a lifetime with The Plaza Hotel’s Shopaholic Weekend in New York package, in honor of the film based on Sophie Kinsella’s bestselling book. The package offers guests the ultimate luxury lifestyle destination experience that only The Plaza Hotel can offer, including luxurious accommodations, world-class shopping and entertainment.

With the package, guests will receive one night in a luxurious Plaza Hotel guest room or suite; a private consultation at the famed American jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane’s boutique located in the Plaza Retail Collection; complimentary skincare consultation and brow shaping at Plaza Beauty by Warren-Tricomi, the well-known stylist to the stars; dinner for two at The Oak Room, one of New York City’s most elegant venues to enjoy award-winning chef Joel Antunes’ signature dishes; and signature drinks for two at the uber-chic Rose Club, a favorite amongst celebrities.  Valid until end of 2009 with rates beginning at $795 per night based on double occupancy.

Package rate is based upon availability and exclusive of tax.  Amenities are offered once during stay.  Two day advanced booking is required and a 48-hour cancellation policy does apply to avoid penalty. This offer is not applicable to group bookings of ten or more and cannot be combined with any other special offer.  For detailed rate information or to book your reservation, please call (888) 240-7775 or visit www.fairmont.com/theplaza

About The Plaza Hotel

Timeless, captivating and unforgettable, The Plaza has undergone a $400 million, three-year, lobby to roof renovation and restoration.  The passion and uncompromising service which made the hotel a legend has returned with a new and contemporary spirit. From the graciously appointed décor to impeccable white glove butler service, The Plaza is an extraordinary hotel and a luxury lifestyle destination that offers guests every indulgence featuring a world-class retail collection with a Caudalie Vinotherapie® Spa, Warren Tricomi Salon and Fitness Center by Radu. The Oak Room and Oak Bar provide quintessential New York experiences, and the opulent Plaza Grand Ballroom continues to host the world’s most memorable events.  New additions include the elegant Champagne Bar and stylish Rose Club.  Designated a New York City Landmark in 1969 it is also the only New York City hotel to be designated as a National Historic Landmark. The Plaza Hotel is jointly owned by New York-based El Ad Properties, a subsidiary of the El Ad Group, and Kingdom Holdings, a Saudi Arabia-based corporation. It is managed by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.  For reservations and additional information, please call 888-240-7775 or visit www.fairmont.com/theplaza.

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

A leader in the global hospitality industry, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is an extraordinary collection of luxury hotels, which includes iconic landmarks like Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Québec City, Fairmont The Norfolk, Nairobi and London’s The Savoy, reopening in 2009. Fairmont hotels are one-of-a-kind properties where sophisticated travellers can discover culturally rich experiences that are authentic to the destination. Situated in some of the most exclusive and pristine areas in the world, Fairmont is committed to responsible tourism and is an industry leader in sustainable hotel management with its award-winning Green Partnership program. Fairmont's portfolio includes 56 distinctive hotels, with plans to develop over 25 new properties in the coming years in destinations as diverse as Shanghai, Morocco and Anguilla.

Fairmont is owned by Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, a leading global hotel company with 91 hotels worldwide under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont and Raffles branded Residences, Estates and luxury private residence club properties.  For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com.

About Confessions of a Shopaholic

In the glamourous world of New York City, Rebecca Bloomwood (ISLA FISHER) is a fun-loving girl who is really good at shopping - a little too good, perhaps.  She dreams of working for her favorite fashion magazine, but can't quite get her foot in the door - until ironically, she snags a job as an advice columnist for a financial magazine published by the same company.  As her dreams are finally coming true, she goes to ever more hilarious and extreme efforts to keep her past from ruining her future.

ISLA FISHER ("Wedding Crashers") stars in the film from producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director P.J. Hogan ("My Best Friend's Wedding").  The screenplay by Tracey Jackson and Tim Firth and Kayla Alpert is based on the books "Confessions of a Shopaholic" and "Shopaholic Takes Manhattan" by Sophie Kinsella.

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