SOUTHAMPTON, BERMUDA -- (Marketwire) -- 12/12/12 -- This year, trade your parka for pink sand and enjoy a holiday escape at The Fairmont Southampton Bermuda hotel. Although only two hours from the East Coast, Bermuda is a world apart, and offers picture-perfect getaways to make the most of the rich island culture, warm climate, pink sand beaches and picturesque landscape.

Over the holiday season, The Fairmont Southampton offers guests a wide array of festive activities, many of which are complimentary. From cookie making, crafts in Santa's workshop and family sandcastle competitions to wine tasting, Christmas carols, seasonal spa experiences, golf and world-class dining, the hotel offers something for every member of the family.

In addition, over the holiday season take advantage of a special third night free offer. Free Nights in Bermuda includes elegant accommodations at The Fairmont Southampton with the third night free so whether you choose a long weekend or a weeklong holiday getaway, the package offers a tremendous value. Rates start at $269 per night and the package is available through March 31, 2013. For more information or to book this Bermuda vacation package at The Fairmont Southampton, please call 866 540 4497.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, which will arrive in destinations as diverse as Jaipur, Kyiv and Manila in 2012, is a celebrated collection of more than 60 luxury properties around the globe, including Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel, The Plaza in New York, and Makkah Clock Royal Tower in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The luxury brand's distinctive hotels offer a sense of heritage and sophistication, warm, engaging service and culturally rich experiences. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also recognized internationally for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program. Fairmont is owned by FRHI Holdings Limited, a leading global hotel company with over 100 hotels under the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont, Raffles and Swissôtel branded luxury private residences club, whole-ownership residences and serviced residences properties. For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit fairmont.com.

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