Sofitel Macau, a five-star French luxury hotel with panoramic Inner Harbour view, celebrates its 3rd anniversary this August and launches an exciting series of "I ♥ macarons!" campaigns and complimentary anniversary offers for all to partake, and share the blissful memories.

Memories are made of macarons, all part of the truly French experience that Sofitel introduced to Macau when we opened three years ago. The baguette and the croissant are familiar icons, but a macaron is another essential element of the French art de vivre (art of living).

A perfect macaron is lighter than air, a mouthful of unabashed indulgence that lingers in the memory like a kiss. As with everything at Sofitel, it requires more than experience, skill and the patience of a perfectionist to create an authentic macaron: it must come straight from the heart.

A true macaron is a single mouthful made from a pair of almond meringue shells sandwiched together with a filling that conveys a special message about everything that is the best about French culture and tradition. Celebrating its 3rd anniversary, Sofitel Macau uses this classic French dessert as the anniversary theme to create an exquisite world for true lovers of Macarons and to share its stories at Sofitel Macau.

Campaign Details:

"I ♥ macarons!" Room Package - Indulge in our delightful Superior Room on a Club Sofitel floor for two from HKD1,590++ (Sunday to Thursday) or HKD2,090++ (Friday, Saturday) from August 1 to October 31 inclusive (except September 30-October 8 inclusive).

Package includes "Macaron Love Affair" afternoon tea for two persons at Rendezvous and a complimentary box of French classic dessert Macaron plus Club Sofitel benefits - Express check in/out, Breakfast at Club Sofitel Lounge, WiFi Internet access, evening cocktails & canapés.

Reservation: H6480-RE1@sofitel.com, www.sofitel.com, +853 8861 7312 (Macau direct), 800 938 768 (Hong Kong Toll Free), 400 813 3388 (China hotline).

"Macaron Love Affair" Afternoon Tea - A very special treat awaits Macaron fans in Rendezvous lobby lounge - an elegant setting with macarons on tree for Macau's finest Afternoon Tea. Sample the exquisite sweet and savoury macaron flavours with Ronnefeldt tea or Tea Forté!

Enjoy the unique pleasure of watching an expert pastry chef assemble your customised macaron using your choice of filling on Saturday and Sunday.

MOP236 for two persons, 2pm - 5pm daily at 1F Rendezvous lobby lounge, reservation: +853 8861 7213.

Macaron Taxi - 20 macaron-themed taxis will be travelling around Macau from August to October where passengers may receive a coupon to redeem a complimentary box of macaron at Rendezvous lobby lounge.  Coupon must be presented with a valid taxi receipt for redemption before October 31.

Facebook "Macaron" write-up contest - Starting from late August to mid-October, Sofitel Macau invites all Facebook fans to post their feelings and comments about macaron, poetic, full of senses but not informative in Chinese or English of less than 100 words,. Ms Jane Ram, an experienced travel & food correspondent and columnist, and Mr Gilbert Cheang, Chief Editor of Macau SODA magazine, will be invited to select the best English and Chinese one respectively, and each winner will be receive a grand prize, which will be announced and presented in November.   Sofitel Macau Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/sofitelmacau.

There will also be a limited edition of "Macaron booklet", 1.5m Macaron Tree installation as well as free anniversary offer posted on the hotel's eNewsletter.  Let's share the legend and charm of Macarons!  For a true French experience in Macau, think Macarons à Macau, an iconic signature creation only à Sofitel à Ponte 16. Life is Magnifique!

The above price subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tax.

Editor's note

1) Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16 - Positioned on Macau's picturesque waterfront, in the centre of the charming historic quarter, with a walking distance to the 25 UNESCO enlisted world heritage sites, perfect neighbourhood local culture hunting, Sofitel Macau is ideal for all kinds of travellers.

2) Mistral - Serving contemporary buffets with French and Mediterranean flavours, Mistral's alfresco dining overlooks Macau Inner Harbour waterfront, provides the perfect setting for relaxing and socializing with the emphasis on taste and pleasure. Buffets to à la carte, opens from 7am to 1am.

3) Rendezvous - decorated in French style provides a sumptuous choice on signature cocktails and fine wines. Opens from 11am to 1am.

4) The Mansion At Sofitel - The magnificent Mansion at Sofitel offers the ultimate in style, elegance and personal comfort. With different design themes, the 19 units of mansion provide the finest in-room technology for convenience and peace of mind when traveling.

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