Emporium Hotel announces Suite Weekend Getaways as Brisbane readies for a huge Spring/Summer 2013 As Brisbane readies herself for one of the busiest Spring Summer periods ever, the multi-award winning Emporium Hotel has announced the perfect accompaniment to this incredible lineup of entertainment - Suite Weekend Getaways!

"Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour™ by Cirque du Soleil, Grease, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Design for Living, Lord of the Rings: Two Towers with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival, international rugby, Brisbane Festival, GoMA's Cai Guo Qiang exhibition..... the list of incredible entertainment, cultural and sporting events coming to Brisbane before Christmas is remarkable," said Emporium Hotel General Manager Peter Savoff.

"There has never been a better or more exciting time to visit this city, or take a weekend away in your own town."

The Emporium Hotel's Suite Weekend Getaway includes an overnight sleepover in a luxurious King Spa Suite, complimentary Valet Parking, extended Check-out to 12noon and $25 credit towards any food or beverages throughout the hotel. If guests would like tickets sourced and secured for any events, Concierge can arrange.

The Suite Weekend Getaway package is available through to December 22, 2013 (subject to availability).

Brisbane's Spring Summer 2013 Events to note:

EVENT TITLE: Grease

DATES: August 20 to October 6

LOCATION: QPAC

TICKETS: www.qpac.com.au

EVENT TITLE: A Truly Gourmet Experience: The Emporium Epicurean Adventure (a
culinary journey like no other, featuring accommodation at Emporium Hotel, an
afternoon Master Class with acclaimed and award-winning Chef Tony Percuoco and
an evening at Tartufo, indulging in a custom-created Degustation Menu with
premium wines)

DATE: 24 August, 2013

LOCATION: 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley Q 4006

TICKETS: Cost is $595 per couple book on 07 3253 6999 or info@emporiumhotel.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival

DATES: August 25 to 30

LOCATION: City Hall and various

TICKETS: www.mbff.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Australian Wallabies vs. Springboks

DATES: September 7

LOCATION: Suncorp Stadium

TICKETS: www.rugby.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Brisbane Festival

DATES: September 7 to 28

LOCATION: All over Brisbane

TICKETS: www.brisbanefestival.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour™ by Cirque du Soleil

DATES: 2 - 6 October, 2013

LOCATION: Brisbane Entertainment Centre

TICKETS: Tickets start from $89 at www.ticketek.com.au or by calling 132 849

EVENT TITLE: Lord of the Rings: Two Towers with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra

DATE: 5 October, 2013

LOCATION: Brisbane Riverstage

TICKETS: Tickets - Ticketmaster 136 100 or visit www.qso.com.au/thetwotowers
 

EVENT TITLE: Design for Living presented by Queensland Theatre Company

DATES: 24 October - 10 November, 2013 (previews commence 19 October)

LOCATION: Playhouse Theatre, QPAC

TICKETS: Tickets go on sale August 26 at www.queenslandtheatre.com.au or phone 136 246

EVENT TITLE: Emporium Hotel - Melbourne Cup Event

DATE: 5 November, 2013

LOCATION: 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley Q 4006

TICKETS: To book contact events@emporiumhotel.com.au or P: (07) 3253 6999

EVENT TITLE: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

DATES: November 19 to December 22

LOCATION: QPAC

TICKETS: www.qpac.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Video Games Unplugged - Symphony of Legends by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra

DATE: 23 November, 2013

LOCATION: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

TICKETS: Adult tickets start from $49 and concession tickets are available - 132 849 or visit www.ticketek.com.au

Emporium Hotel - 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, Qld 4006 (07) 3253 6999 www.emporiumhotel.com.au

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