04 Mar 2009
Virgin Limited Edition Offers An Assortment Of Summer Alpine Treats At The Lodge, Verbier

Virgin Limited Edition

Virgin Limited Edition, Sir Richard Branson�s privately owned collection of award-winning luxury retreats, is offering three exceptional ways for guests to enjoy The Lodge this summer between the 19 June and 20 September 2009.

Included in all three offers is three nights� accommodation for two people with all meals and drinks including alcoholic beverages and fine champagne; roundtrip transfers to all the activities and 24 hour driver service within Verbier.

For the adrenaline junkies, the �Alpine Escapade� summer adventure is ideal. Guests can create their own exciting experience from a range of activities, choosing three from the list below: o Tandem paragliding o Mountain biking o Hiking o Horse riding o A round of golf at Verbier Golf Course o Spa treatments to the value of CHF 250 per person

Rates start from �1,050 per person for three nights and are based on double occupancy.

For those who have never played golf in the Alps then the �Golf with Altitude� offer is the perfect opportunity � the views over the mountains are so spectacular that they may have trouble concentrating on their swing!

The offer includes one round of golf at Verbier Golf Course and one round of golf at Chamonix Golf Course.

Verbier Golf Course is situated only a five minute drive from The Lodge, this par 69 18-hole course is built at an altitude of 1600 metres and each hole has fantastic views over the surrounding mountain ranges. Chamonix Golf Course is a stunning one hour car journey from The Lodge. This 18-hole course has a par of 72 and has spectacular views of Mont Blanc.

Rates start from �885 per person for three nights and are based on double occupancy.

If the idea of all that activity sounds a little too much there is also the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in the Swiss Alps with a �Summer Spa Retreat�.

Guests can unwind with one spa treatment chosen from a wide range of treatments on offer: o Le Grand Classique (75 minutes): YonKa�s exclusive treatment for deep cleansing, restoring and refining. This relaxing facial is tailored to your skin and uses a variety of botanical extracts to ensure a radiant complexion. o Thermo-Therapy Back bliss (45 minutes): Both hot and cold basalt stones are used to loosen up the muscles of the back to literally melt away the tension in the shoulders. Alternating the temperatures of the stones on the body re-energises the mind, body and soul. o A manicure and pedicure (60 minutes): Guests are welcome to choose an alternative treatment to the value of CHF 70 if they prefer. o Guests will also receive a gift on departure.

If this isn�t enough then The Lodge also has an indoor pool, outdoor and indoor Jacuzzis and a steam room. Rates start from �885 per person for three nights and are based on double occupancy.

For further information, please contact: Charlotte Tidball Tel: +44 (0)20 8600 0468 or Email: charlotte.tidball@virginlimitededition.com

Notes to Editors:

Opened in January 2008, after a �3.7 million refurbishment, The Lodge is the newest addition to the Virgin Limited Edition collection and is the perfect year-round escape. Recognised as one of the most luxurious chalets in The Alps, renowned for its stylish interior and exceptional personal service from its 13 person staff, The Lodge is a stunning nine bedroom chalet, accommodating a total of 18 guests.

Virgin Limited Edition is a collection of unique retreats chosen for their stunning locations, magnificent surroundings and offering a sense of fun, style, luxury and exceptional personal service. The group includes Necker Island in the Caribbean�s British Virgin Islands, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve in South Africa, Sa Terra Rotja in Mallorca; The Roof Gardens and Babylon Restaurant in London; Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco, and The Lodge in Verbier.

For bookings please call +44 (0) 800 716 919 or +44 (0) 208 600 0430 alternatively visit www.virginlimitededition.com or www.thelodge.virgin.com for more details.

Terms and conditions apply: All other normal terms and booking conditions apply. Rates are subject to availability and are based on two people sharing one room.

Bedrooms can be split into twins however this is not possible in the Master Suites. Additional nights can be booked from �265 per person per night, including all food and beverages, taxes (based on double occupancy).

�Alpine Escapade� Rates are based on two people participating in the same three activities.

�Golf with Altitude� Golfers must be able to produce a handicap certificate (of less than 36) if required.

If only one person staying wishes to play golf, the other guest can choose the �Summer Spa Retreat� offer.

If guests are interested in playing on any of the other golf courses in the area including The Crans Montana (home of the PGA Swiss open) or Evian (home of the Womens� Masters) please contact us for rates and details.

�Summer Spa Retreat� If only one person staying wishes to have spa treatments, the other guest can choose the �Golf at Altitude� offer.

Charlotte Tidball Press Officer Virgin Limited Edition Voyager House 162 - 164 Fulham Palace Road London, W6 9ER

T: +44 (0) 208 600 0468 M: +44 (0) 7986 806 511 F: +44 (0) 208 600 0427 E: charlotte.tidball@virginlimitededition.com W: www.virginlimitededition.com