Canada Travel News - Fairmont focues on fun for families for spring in Quebec

MONTRÉAL, Québec, November 6, 2006 -- Looking for original family destinations that also please parents? Well, this spring break, the 5 Fairmont Hotels & Resorts of Québec have something for almost any family pursuit. Whether the perfect vacation with the kids involves cool weather sports or simply quality time together by the pool, these special "Down-time" getaways can't be beat.

YOU ARE WHAT YOU SKI IN QUÉBEC CITY!

Discover ideal snow conditions and a legendary hotel with Fairmont Le Château Frontenac's Experience Winter Ski package. Québec City, the snow capital of the world, offers 1001 exciting pleasures. The Package includes one night accommodation in a Fairmont room, full buffet breakfast at Le Café de la Terrasse, One-day ski lift ticket at Mont Sainte-Anne or Stoneham. This offer is valid from December 10, 2006 to April 21, 2007. Rates start at $369 CAD ($335 US) per night in double occupancy. Subject to availability. Gratuities included, taxes extra.

HIT THE SLOPES IN CHARLEVOIX
Enjoy winter at Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu and experience the pleasures of the snowy season with your family at Mont Grand-Fonds. With its 335-meter vertical drop and 14 trails with full sun exposure, Mont Grand-Fonds beckons beginners as well as more experienced skiers and snowboarders. After your day on the hill, warm yourself up with a nice cup of hot cocoa by the hotel's fireplace or relax in our outdoor heated swimming pool. A family getaway to remember! The Family Ski Package includes one night accommodation in a cozy Fairmont room, lift tickets to ski at Mont Grand-Fonds for two adults and two children under 15 years old and free shuttle service to the ski hill. This offer is valid from December 16, 2006 to March 31, 2007, subject to availability and weather conditions. Rates start at $199 CAD ($181 US) for two adults and two children under 15 years old, per night, taxes extra.

FAMILY FUN IN SNOW COUNTRY
Families who love the outdoors will enjoy Fairmont Le Château Montebello. Whether your troops prefer dog sledding, sleigh rides, ice fishing, all-terrain vehicle, board games or curling - just to name a few - the log château has the perfect indoor and outdoor activity for everyone. This winter rediscover family fun and snow at Fairmont Le Château Montebello! The Family Fun package includes two nights accommodation in a Fairmont room for two adults and two children under 12 years old, two buffet breakfasts, two dinners, children's activity program, admission to Omega Park, one hour sleigh ride and another seasonal activity as well as access to our Sports center. Rates start from $425 CAD ($386 US) per night, taxes and gratuity not included. Valid from January 2 to March 18, 2007.

NO SCHOOL? WAY COOL WHEN IN MONTRÉAL!

At Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth it's all about family values this spring! Montréal attractions will keep your kids on the go and happy; take the subway to the Insectarium, skate in the Old Port, relax at the hotel's pool, discover the Underground city or just relax at a Café and enjoy a famous Montréal bagel or poutine! Treat your tribe to a fun-filled break where children stay for free and get one in-room movie or 2 hrs of video game time. The School's Out package is valid February 23 to March 31, 2007 and includes accommodations in a Fairmont room with second night or second room at 50% off and one in-room movie or 2 hrs of video game time. Rates start at $199 CAD ($ 181 US) per night.

GLIDE INTO SPRING AT TREMBLANT

Those not quite ready to say goodbye to the snow can take in some amazing spring skiing at Fairmont Tremblant! Tear up the slopes at the #1 resort in Eastern North America according to Ski Magazine, savor the regional cuisine at the Windigo restaurant, unwind with a therapeutic spa treatment or chill out in our outdoor whirlpools. You will be delighted with unparalleled skiing and breathtaking surroundings. The Experience the Winter, Ski & Breakfast package includes room accommodation, one ski lift ticket per adult, per day full breakfast per person at the Windigo Restaurant (service included). Rates for this package start at $412 CAD ($375 US) per night, based on double occupancy in a Fairmont room. Children under 18 stay for free and kids 5 and under eat for free at the Windigo restaurant.

All packages unless noted are subject to availability, per room, per night, exclude taxes and are based on double occupancy. US rates based on current exchange rate. Packages may be booked by calling 1-800-441-1414 or on www.fairmont.com.

Featuring a collection of fabled castles, secluded lodges, storied meeting places and modern retreats, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts opens the doors to some of the world's most celebrated addresses. With locations throughout ten countries, our 50 distinctive hotels - including The Fairmont San Francisco, The Fairmont Banff Springs and London's Savoy - promise travelers rich experiences and lasting memories in unparalleled settings. Committed to growing its portfolio of world-class hotels, Fairmont will soon reflag four hotels in Kenya and anticipates the 2007 re-opening of New York's famed Plaza Hotel. Future Fairmont Hotels & Resorts also include locations in Cairo, Abu Dhabi, Vancouver and South Africa. Fairmont Raffles Holdings International owns and operates over 120 hotels worldwide under the Fairmont, Raffles, Swissôtel and Delta brands, as well as vacation ownership properties managed by Fairmont Heritage Place. For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com <http://www.fairmont.com/> .