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Christmas is in the air! Wishing you all the joy, hope and wonder of the season...
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By the end of November, the magic of Christmas comes to marvel the Swiss life and passing tourists in cities like Basel, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Montreux etc. Cities put on their fabulous lights and ornaments and immediately immerse you in the Christmas spirit with their lights! Prepare your holiday season, visit one of the many Christmas markets where you can easily find decorations, gift ideas, spices, Swiss specialties, etc.. If you are looking for unusual products, visit the international market in Geneva. The reputation of the market-ShopVille RailCity of Zurich is well known!
Thousands of tourists from around the world come each year. Enjoy also Christmas holidays with the family to get out and extend the magic of Christmas in the snow. As for fans of unusual events, they will enjoy a parade of Santas on motorcycles in Basel! And finally, if you want to combine culture and festivities, visit the museums of Basel to see the Christmas decorations of the Victorian. Discover a chirstmas filled with culture, sports, music, and family moments ... This year, enjoy a Christmas in Switzerland live according to your desires!
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Christmas Markets
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Davis/Flims/Geneva
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Lausanne - Hotel Continental
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Morges/Olten/Saas-fee
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Thun - Hotel Krone
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Z端rich - Hotel St. Gotthard
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White Christmas
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Gstaad/Guarda/Interlaken
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Lutry/Luzern/Morges
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Saas-fee/Spiez/Nottwil
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Villar-sur-Ollon/Vtznau/Weggis
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Villar-sur-Ollon/Vtznau/Weggis
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Basel/Bern/Crans-Montana 09.
Luzern - Hotel Seeburg
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Samnaun - Hotel Silvretta
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Wengen/Yverdon/Zuos
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Germany/Namibia/Holland
Klosters/Lausanne/Le Brassus 12.
Christmas Markets
BERN | Open From: 03 Dec 11 to 29 Dec 11
BASEL | Open From: 24 Nov 11 to 23 Dec 11
A visit to Bern at Advent is well worth while. The wellknown Bernese Christmas Market held on Waisenhausplatz and Münsterplatz evolved from Bern’s general market and is a long-established tradition.
Basel Christmas Market is probably the largest,most popular and most traditional one in Switzerland. The Christmas Market in Basel takes place in the atmospheric Old Town and is well worth a visit.
LAUSANNE | From: 25 Nov 11 to 24 Dec 11
GENEVA | Open From: 25 Nov 11 to 24 Dec 11
The Lausanne shopkeepers and City Management are welcoming you in Lausanne! As every end of year, the city gets the occasion to make up streets and shops with lights and glitters. The smells of groove, grilled chestnuts and Vin chaud are enriching this decoration reminding to each, young and old, that Christmas is approaching!
This Christmas market on Geneva’s Place de la Fusterie offers shoppers the chance to stock up for the festive season with locally made arts and crafts and colourful knick-knacks from around the world. A selection of chalets form an international “village”.
This year, the traditional Christmas market is taking place in St-François. You will discover lots of craftsmen and certainly not resist tasting a delicious Raclette.
Located in the heart of the main shopping area, with its jewellers and chic cafes, there is ample opportunity to extend the shopping experience well beyond the market
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LUZERN | Open From: 26 Nov 11 to 22 Dec 11
MORGES | From: 7th to 11th of Dec 11
About 60 market stands feature artists presenting their skills live complete with gifts, traditions, customs, art and culinary highlights galore.
The biggest covered Christmas market of French-speaking Switzerland in the great wooden hall at the railway station of Morges.With more than 190 artisans present the most various creations and of course delicacies such as jam or foie gras…
MONTREUX | From: 24 Nov 11 to 24 Dec 11
ZÜRICH | Open From: 17 Nov 11 to 31 Dec 11
From the shores of Lake Geneva to the neighbouring mountain tops, Montreux Noël offers many activities centred around its traditional Christmas Market to please visitors of all ages.
Advent season in Zürich: The entire city is bathed in cheery light, the air is filled with the scent of cinnamon and mulled wine, and the sounds of Advent concerts waft over the River Limmat.
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Looking for a different way to celebrate Christmas break this year? ... of romantic snow covered scenery and traditional celebrations. ... This year, you could celebrate a white Christmas surrounded
Swiss International Hotels have
by a Swiss Alpine scenery...
Most of Switzerland’s resorts combine
There can be few more magical places
stunning mountain scenery in the world.
in which to spend your Christmas
Saas Fee glaciers or the spectacular
holidays than a snowy ski resort,
Jungfrau scenery of Interlaken and
where you are guaranteed a white
Wengen. Really it is difficult to go
Christmas.
wrong booking here.
something for everyone. From romantic wooden chalets surronded with snow to traditional city centers with animated christmas markets by the lake.
some lovely villages with the most
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BASEL | HOTEL EULER **** This elegant four stars superior hotel has 66 rooms, 6 of which are junior suites. All rooms offer the highest in comfort and modern technology and combine modernity with tradition and design. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/basel
BERN MURI | HOTEL STERNEN **** Situated in Muri, diplomatic community and residential area of Bern. 44 rooms furnished in the tradition of Feng Shui. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/bern
CRANS MONTANA | HOTEL CRANS AMBASSADOR***** The new Crans Ambassador - Luxury Sport Resort has a room range from modular singles to 270 degree view suites and family apartments. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/crans-montana
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DAVOS | KONGRESS HOTEL **** Charming, personally managed, first-class hotel in this famous resort. Ideal for business and leisure. Peaceful setting in a top, central location between Davos Dorf and Davos Platz. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/davos
FLIMS | WALDHAUS FLIMS MOUNTAIN RESORT & SPA ***** This unique hotel resort is set in Switzerland´s largest hotel park http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/flims
GENEVA | HOTEL NASHVILLE **** Exceptionally located in Geneva , Only 300 meters from the railway station, between Lake Geneva promenade and international organizations. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/geneva
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GSTAAD | HOTEL OLDEN **** For a century the meeting-point of Gstaad´s “habitués”! The Hotel Olden is located in the car-free town center, 200 m from the train station. All 16 rooms with all modern amenities and features, yet maintaining their rustic and cozy feeling. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/gstaad
GUARDA | HOTEL MEISSER *** You are warmly welcomed by English-speaking Benno and Maya Meisser. There is a real sense of history here. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/guarda
INTERLAKEN/BÖNIGEN | HOTEL SEILER AU LAC **** The family run in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. On the shore of Lake Brienz with breath-taking views of the mountains. Ideal for family celebrations up to 120 people. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/interlaken-lake
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KLOSTERS | SILVRETTA PARKHOTEL **** In the heart of Klosters, with a total of 190 beds in 95 rooms and suites, it is one of the largest and best equipped hotels in the town and the Pr盲ttigau region.Elegant and uncomplicated hospitality. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-page/klosters
LAUSANNE | HOTEL NASH CARLTON **** Situated downtown Lausanne, a few meters from the Ouchy Lake promenade, the Hotel Nash Carlton has 44 roomshttp:// www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/lausanne
LE BRASSUS | HOTEL DES HORLOGERS **** Nestled in the leafy green heart of the Joux Valley, the H么tel des Horlogers opens onto the Jura mountains. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/lesbrassus
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Special Menu - Christmas and New Year! from 59.- CHF SERVED FROM 24 TO 31 December 2011 Reservations recommended:
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LAUSANNE - HOTEL CONTINENTAL **** The Continental offers comfort and useful technology in the room, with a great focus on service quality. Located just opposite the main railway station, exceptionally well connected with the main business areas in and around Lausanne. http://hotelcontinental.ch
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LUTRY | HOTEL LE RIVAGE **** Directly located on the shores of Lake Geneva, in front of Lutry´s marina, a mere 5 km away from the city of Lausanne. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/lutry
LUZERN | HOTEL DES BALANCES **** Located in the heart of Luzern´s historical and charming Old Town. In walking distance to all interesting sights. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/lucerne-balances
MORGES | LE PETIT MANOIR **** Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, with eleven comfortable and luxurious furnished rooms and a romantic decorated garden. The Hotel has a wine cellar with friendly and convivial wine tastings that can be organized. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/morges-manoir
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LUZERN | HOTEL SEEBURG **** Charming family owned hotel in a spectacular location, with a magnificent view of the lake and mountains. Situated in an old, historical and partly monument-protected property right by Lake Luzern. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/lucerne-seeburg Restaurant Alexander A feast for the senses in the distance of the majestic Mt Pilatus. Exceptional elegance, only the best thanks to its unique atmosphere, exclusive creative cuisine and exquisite wines.
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MORGES | HOTEL FLEUR DU LAC **** Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, “La Fleur du Lac” welcomes you to a uniqueand enchanting atmosphere with a pervading sense of peace and restfulness. An oasis of peace! http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/morges-lac
OLTEN | HOTEL ARTE KONGRESSZENTRUM **** Situated in a quiet location near the railway station in Olten, in the railway junction of Switzerland, thanks to its central location. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/olten
SAAS-FEE | HOTEL FERIENART RESORT AND SPA ***** Experience a unique vacation on high level! A 5-star hotel for sophisticated holiday makers with Beat Anthamatten Hotel, Manager of the year (2006). http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/saasfee-ferienart
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SAAS-FEE | HOTEL DU GLACIER **** A young and dynamic crew expects you in one of the oldest and most honorable houses of Saas-Fee. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/saasfee-glacier
SPIEZ | STRANDHOTEL BELVEDERE **** An oasis of tranquility! On the shores of Lake Thun, you´ll find the hotel with a personal touch. Indulge yourself! http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/spiez
NOTTWIL | SEMINARHOTEL SEMPACHERSEE **** Award-winning seminar and business hotel in the heart of Switzerland, with a magnificent view of Lake Sempach and the mountains. The hotel is Situated in Nottwil in front of Lake Sempach, surrounded by extensive parkland. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/sempachersee
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White Christmas - 17.12. - 26.12.11
Glittering New Year’s Eve - 26.12 - 07.01.2011
Celebrate Christmas just like it used to be over here with us in snowy Samnaun. Enjoy an unforgettable Christmas Eve with beautifully decorated Christmas trees, a superb Yuletide menu and popular Christmas carols.
Welcome in the New Year together with all of us. Our top live band is sure to get you in the mood as you enjoy an excellent gala dinner and treat yourself to our extraordinary midnight buffet.
• a welcome cocktail with the Silvretta team, spa advice and guidance plus guided tour through our VITALEUM • a day of skiing out at the Heidelberger hut on a Sno-Cat • wine tasting • a gala dinner or buffet evening featuring international specialities and music • a sweet finish to the week with a big desserts buffet and goodbye grappa at the hotel bar • a Samnaun farmer’s buffet
• Welcome cocktail with the Silvretta team, spa advice and guidance plus guided tour through our VITALEUM • Day of skiing out at the Heidelberger hut on a Sno-Cat • wine tasting • Gala dinner or buffet evening featuring international specialities and music • Sweet finish to the week with a big desserts buffet and goodbye grappa at the hotel bar • Samnaun farmer’s buffet
from 1295.- CHF
from 2170.- CHF
Prices per person, 7 nights,Half board with Christmas dinner, Breakfast supplement for Christmas dinner CHF 60, -
Prices per person, 7 nights, including half-board Gormet, New Year’s Eve gala dinner and midnight buffet (surcharge CHF 90, -)
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SAMNAUN | WELLNESS HOTEL SILVRETTA SPA **** Boundless pleasure of snow, attentive care, warmth and comfort from the rooms to the entire hotel. The ‘Silvretta Vitaleum’ is a little world of its own, designed according to the principles of Feng Shui, equipped according to the latest findings and solely geared towards making your holiday a holistic and harmonious experience. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/samnaun www.swissinternationalhotels.com
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Special Menu New Year, Silvester Gala A sparkling newyears eve, in the middle of the old town of Thun with a perfect culinary firework coming from our kitchen - the very thing for a good start into the new Year! Musical entertainment is provided by the “Hässler Brothers” from Interlaken. Details: http://www.krone-thun.ch/de/events/event-details.php?id=26
Reservations: +41 (0)33 227 88 88 THUN | HOTEL KRONE THUN **** In the historical old town of Thun. Cheerful rooms, natural hospitality and an extensive choice in its three restaurants, lounge and terrace. http://www.krone-thun.ch Restaurant Gourmet In the sophisticated à-la-carte Restaurant with its walk-in wine room, our French Chef Florent Benjamin, creates culinary flights for gourmets. Awarded 13 points Gault&Millau in 2010.
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VILLAR-SUR-OLLON | CHALET ROYALP ***** Exceptionally located in Villar-sur-Ollons, the chalet-style construction offers its guests wonderful contrasts of modern atmosphere and traditional alpine interior design. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/villars
VTIZNAU | HOTEL VITZNAUERHOF ***** The magnificent five star Hotel Vitznauerhof Vitalresort offers idyll pure and is directly located at the edge of the Rigi-south flank. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/vitznau
WEGGIS | WELLNESS HOTEL RĂ–SSLI *** Refresh body, mind and spirit in the spectacular La Mira Beauty & SPA. The tranquility and exquisite Mediterranean design of this beautiful spa ensures guests relax and restore. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/weggis
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WENGEN | REGINA HOTEL **** A first-class hotel in the heart of the Bernese Alps, in the car-free resort of Wengen. With spectacular mountain views of the Jungfrau area. 150 m from the train station with The Restaurant “Chez Meyer´s” 15 points Gault&Millau. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/wengen
YVERDON | GRAND HOTEL DES BAINS **** You will be seduced by the combination of historical and state-of-the art architecture. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/yverdon
ZUOS | HOTEL CASTELL ***** In walking distance to the village center. Within short distance to St. Moritz (19 km). 66 new rooms with mountain view. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/klosters
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN ZÜRICH SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP!!! New: SHOPPING PACKAGE; spend a night in Hotel St. Gotthad in Zürich and get these extras for Free- Shopping Bag- Unique Vouchers and Discounts in more than 20 Shops, 1 Welcome Prosecco, Buffet Breakfast and a Shopping Map.
ZÜRICH - HOTEL ST. GOTTHARD **** One of the leading business hotels today in Zurich. A five-floor building, with 143 spacious rooms, 11 of which are Suites, comfortable lobby and three restaurants, the Hotel Gotthard meets all the expectations of the demanding traveller. The Hotel Gotthard lies directly in the heart of the city, located on the world famous Bahnhofstrasse, within 10 minutes walk from sightseeing, the business district and Lake Zurich. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/zurich
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GERMANY BADEN-BADEN | AQUA AURELIA **** The elegant Suitenhotel Aqua Aurelia is situated in one of the best locations in the famous town of Baden-Baden in Germany, on the historical ground of the late roman public bath. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotel-pages/baden-baden
NAMIBIA | LÜDERITZ NEST HOTEL **** The sparkling jewel of Lüderitz! A refreshing oasis on your tour through the desert of the Namib. http://www.swissinternationalhotels.com/hotels-list/namibia
HOLLAND AMSTERDAM | HOTEL SPIRIT INN *** This hotel with 82 rooms and 18 Spirit Extended Stay Suites opens its doors in early 2012. Besides the hotel rooms and suites, the hotel offers an informal restaurant: Spirit Café ® and the unique “The BOX Meetings & Events” meeting concept. www.spiritinns.com
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