MELBOURNE, 2 NOVEMBER 2012 - The Langham, Melbourne, will be transformed into an enchanting wonderland this Christmas in celebration of the festive season and New Year. Guests will be spoilt for choice with dazzling Christmas dining options, starting November 16 with two exclusive Burch & Purchese Christmas Afternoon Tea events, and culminating in a luxurious black tie dinner on New Year's Eve in Alto on the 25th floor.

Dining aside, guests can also choose to celebrate this special time of year in style in one of the hotel's luxurious rooms, or treat loved ones to an indulgent treatment at Chuan Spa. Gift certificates, delightful gifts and more can also be found at the hotel's gift shop, Flavours of Langham.

For more information on Christmas and New Year events at The Langham, Melbourne including pre-Christmas functions and celebrations, visit www.melbarestaurant.com.au.

The whimsical sweet treats will be served on The Langham's elegant three-tiered silver stand, alongside the traditional afternoon tea favourites of delicate ribbon and pinwheel sandwiches, fluffy scones with jam and clotted cream and espresso or loose leaf tea.

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS EARLY…

Experience the enchantment of Christmas in December with an indulgent Christmas Tiffin in ARIA. Festive delights including Gingerbread men, Christmas puddings, mince pies and Yule logs are served alongside the Langham's signatures of elegant ribbon sandwiches, fluffy scones with preserves and Chantilly cream.
Cost: $49 per person
Available Monday to Friday (3 – 24 December) from 10.30am – 4.30pm

CHRISTMAS EVE

Set against the sparkling backdrop of the city, Melba is a magical place to celebrate a relaxing Christmas Eve. A traditional roast dinner with all the trimmings is sure to delight the family, with children given a special take home gift of cookies, milk and a letter for Santa wishing him a safe journey. Cost: $150 for adults and $85 for children

CHRISTMAS DAY

Guests will be spoilt for choice with the following four dining options:

MELBA RESTAURANT
Melba is the ideal location for families after a casual and relaxed Christmas affair. Lunch and dinner here includes a visit from Santa, a delightful selection of festive favourites including ham on the bone, roast turkey and fresh seafood, a glass of sparkling wine, bon bons, carolers and a special gift for the children.
Cost: Adults ($299 for lunch and $199 for dinner). Children 3-12 ($169 for lunch and $99 for dinner)

Guests wishing to experience the ultimate Christmas getaway can do so with the Eat, Sleep and be Merry package, which includes Christmas lunch for two at Melba, an overnight stay in a Grand River Room, Valet Parking, Breakfast for two in Melba and a late checkout of 2pm.
Cost: $897 Validity: 24th & 25th December 2012 only.

CLARENDON BALLROOM
The luxurious Clarendon Ballroom will be transformed into an enchanting 'Winter Wonderland' featuring a full beverage package, buffet lunch including all of the festive favourites, live band and dance floor. While the adults shimmy the afternoon away, the children will be entertained in the 'Kids Only' room, with Santa, play stations and games.
Cost: $250 for adults and $130 for children. Minimum of 6 per table

ARIA BAR & LOUNGE
Guests after an elegant Christmas celebration with a twist can opt for the decadent Chocolate Bar Afternoon Tea at ARIA. Classic ribbon sandwiches, fluffy scones with preserves and Chantilly cream, turkey vol au vents, Christmas pudding, mince tarts and Yule logs are just some of the delights to be tasted, alongside espresso coffee, hot chocolate and loose leaf tea.
Cost: $99 for adults and $49.50 for children aged 3 - 12

NEW YEAR'S EVE

MELBA RESTAURANT
Melba restaurant will be offering guests two dining options on New Year's Eve. The decadent pre-theatre option starts at 5pm and ends at 8pm, leaving guests with the rest of the night to party. For those wishing to countdown to 2013 with a front row view to the majestic clock tower at Flinders Street station and the city's fireworks display, the 9pm dinner is the best option, with Melba's delicious buffet offerings, a beverage package, flute of Moët & Chandon at midnight and live band and dance floor in ARIA ushering in a great 2013.
Cost (pre-theatre dining, 5pm – 8pm): $150 for adults and $85 for children
Cost (dinner, 9pm – 1am): $299 per person, adults only

ALTO
Alto offers one of the most coveted locations to usher in the New Year, with a spacious 25th floor balcony offering one of the best views of the Melbourne skyline and dazzling New Years Eve fireworks. New Year's Eve at Alto is an elegant black tie affair, with a three piece band, flute of Moët & Chandon at midnight and the renowned cuisine of Executive Chef Anthony Ross.
Cost: $399 per person, adults only

LANGHAM'S ULTIMATE NEW YEARS EVE
Langham's Ultimate New Year's Eve package allows couples to celebrate the New Year in luxury from their own private haven. The package includes:

• Overnight accommodation for two in a Grand Classic Room
• A New Year's Eve dinner for two in Alto
• Breakfast for two in Melba
• Late check-out of 2:00pm
• Valet parking
• Access to the Health Club and Spa

Cost: From $1470 for two

GIVE THE GIFT OF LANGHAM
Guests can give their loved ones the gift of Langham luxury this Christmas and New Year, with the hotel offering gift certificates for all its indulgent room packages, restorative Chuan Spa treatments, and exciting dining experiences at Melba restaurant and ARIA Bar & Lounge.

CHUAN SPA

A peaceful haven of relaxation and rejuvenation, Chuan Spa will leave guests rebalanced for the New Year ahead. To celebrate the New Year, Chuan Spa is offering special discounted packages, ideal as gifts or indulgent personal treats. To book the following packages or enquire about gift certificates, order online at www.chuanspa.com.au or call 1800 601 107.

DETOX FOR A DAY
Langham's Ultimate New Year's Eve package allows couples to celebrate the New Year in luxury from their own private haven. The package includes:

• Tri-bathing ritual (salt water Jacuzzi, traditional sauna & river stone snail shower)
• 60 minute Detox Body Wrap
• 30 minute massage of choice (excluding hot stone)
• 30 minute facial + the gift of a dry body brush

Cost: $269 for 2 hours (valued at $373)

ENCHANTING ACCOMMODATION

Situated at the heart of the Yarra, in the centre of the city's Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations, The Langham, Melbourne is ideally located for locals wanting a timeless Christmas and New Year's celebration, and visitors wanting to get close to the action.

NEW YEAR'S EVE SIMPLY ACCOMMODATION PACKAGE

• Luxurious overnight accommodation for two
• Access to Chuan Spa's 9th floor pool deck for viewing of the midnight fireworks display
• Access to the Health Club, indoor pool and Jacuzzi

Cost: From $560

NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION PACKAGE

• Luxurious overnight accommodation for two
• Access to Chuan Spa's 9th floor pool deck for viewing of the midnight fireworks display
• Full buffet breakfast for two at Melba Restaurant
• Valet parking
• Access to the Health Club, indoor pool and Jacuzzi
• Late checkout of 2:00pm

Cost: From $680

To book the above accommodation packages, contact The Langham, Melbourne on 1800 858 662.

For more information on The Langham, Melbourne visit: http://melbourne.langhamhotels.com.au/

Background Notes:
The Langham, Melbourne at Southbank is located at the heart of Melbourne's diverse performing Arts scene, and is a proud partner of the Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne Recital Centre, Opera Australia and the Melbourne International Jazz Festival.

The 25-floor hotel has 387 luxuriously appointed rooms including 45 executive club rooms, 46 river view rooms, 11 suites and 7 Terrace Rooms with 50m² private balconies, attended to by the hotel's signature Service Stylists. With stunning views of the Melbourne city skyline, the Yarra River, historic Flinders Street station and Federation Square, The Langham, Melbourne offers a luxurious and timeless inner-city experience.

The Langham, Melbourne has been named the top city hotel in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific by Travel & Leisure (US) magazine (2012), and has been a constant feature on Travel + Leisure (US) World's Best lists (2010 – 2012). The hotel has also been recognised by notable consumer-voted awards including TripAdvisor's Traveler's Choice Awards 2012 (No.1 in the Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Australia).

The Langham, Melbourne is also acclaimed for its award-winning Chuan Spa, interactive dining restaurant – Melba, and chic bar & lounge – ARIA.

Find out more about enchanting experiences at The Langham, Melbourne and make a reservation by visiting langhamhotels.com.

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