January 27, 2006 - Old Edwards Inn and Spa Announces Two Special Bridal Weekend Events

Thursday, February 23rd through Sunday, February 26th, 2006

Thursday, April 6th 2006 thru Sunday, April 9th 2006

HIGHLANDS , NC- The Old Edwards Inn and Spa is pleased to announce two very special Bridal Weekend Events, February 23-26, 2006 and April 6-9, 2006. For brides-to-be, mothers-of-the-bride and groom, bridesmaids and special friends, these weekends offer ample time to indulge in a little togetherness and relaxation along with information on everything wedding-related from photography, cakes, wine and food pairings, tabletop and gift registry to floral design and fashion.

Guest professionals will present informal lectures throughout the weekend, while the package also offers time in The Spa and an Experiential Reception and Dinner at The Farm. Seminars and lectures will include:

• “Ask the Pro”- featuring Rhonda Sheppard of “A Wedding Company”
• Getting your wedding published--public relation tips and trends, presented by Weddings Unveiled Magazine
• Tabletop and gift registry featuring Jan Barboglio and Match
• Photography and videography
• Wine and food pairings
• Floral designs
• Cake designs
• Fashion and accessories trunk show
• Guide to dos and don’ts of beauty and spa leading up to your wedding day

Package details include:

• Three night’s deluxe accommodations–with special turndown each night
• Champagne arrival and welcome gift
• Afternoon tea with lecture
• Gourmet cuisine throughout the weekend (excluding wine and cocktails)
• Sunday brunch with lecture
• Six luxurious hours of spa and salon treatments during your stay
• Professional hair and make-up consultation for each attendee
• Evocative lectures with question & answer sessions throughout the weekend
• Experiential Reception and Dinner at The Farm featuring floral design, tabletop design, food and wine pairings and cake design
• Optional morning stretch/yoga each day

Prices start at $2,499 per person and are inclusive of tax and gratuity. Space is limited and Early Bird Registration on of before February 9th for either weekend receives a 5% discount. For additional Bridal Weekend information, please contact Special Events at 828-787-2610 or visit the resort online at www.oldedwardsinn.com.

The Old Edwards Inn and Spa is located at 445 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-8008 or 1-866-526-8008. The Old Edwards Hospitality Group, LLC, founded in 2003, includes the Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden, The Farm special events facility, Acorns retail shop, Miss Priss-Highlands, Miss Priss-Charlotte at Birkdale & Stonecrest; The Lodge at Old Edwards Inn, Old Creek Lodge, Rib Shack and The Laundry and Dry Cleaners at Old Edwards Inn.

The Old Edwards Inn and Spa is a AAA-Four Diamond award winner; a member of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America and a member of Boutique-the newest brand within Preferred Hotel Group. The property is a Recommended Hotel in Condé Nast Johansens 2005 and 2006 Recommended Hotels, Inns and Resorts Guide. Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden is a 2005 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner.

For more information, contact:
Elizabeth McDonald
McDonald Media
404-822-3788 or lizzie@mcdonald-media.com