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Brisbane's Emporium Hotel Announces Suite Weekend Getaways

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: 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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EVENT TITLE: Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival
DATES: August 25 to 30
LOCATION: City Hall and various
TICKETS: mbff.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Australian Wallabies vs. Springboks
DATES: September 7
LOCATION: Suncorp Stadium
TICKETS: rugby.com.au

EVENT TITLE: Brisbane Festival
DATES: September 7 to 28
LOCATION: All over Brisbane
TICKETS: 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 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 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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or P: (07) 3253 6999

EVENT TITLE: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
DATES: November 19 to December 22
LOCATION: QPAC
TICKETS: 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 ticketek.com.au

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

Winner: Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence, 2013

Winner: Best Luxury Accommodation, Qantas Australian Tourism Awards 2013

Winner: Best Luxury Accommodation, Queensland Tourism Awards 2012, 2009, 2008

Winner: Best Deluxe Hotel Accommodation 5 Star+, Queensland Hotels Association Awards for Excellence 2012

Winner: Trendiest Hotels in Australia, TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2012 

Winner: Best Boutique Hotel in Australia, HM Awards for Hotel Excellence 2012, 2011, 2010 & 2009

Winner: Best 5 STAR Hotel, Silver Award, AAA Awards for Excellence 2011

Winner: Best Hotel Caterer, Restaurant and Catering Awards for Excellence QLD 2010

Winner: Best Small Luxury Hotel in Australia, Gourmet Traveller Travel Awards 2010 & 2009

Winner: Best Boutique Hotel, Queensland Hotels Association Awards for Excellence 2009

Finalist: Best Hotel of the Year, HM Awards for Hotel Excellence 2012

Finalist: Best Luxury Hotel, Australian Tourism Awards 2010

Named one of the world’s best new hotels in the International Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List 2008