August 25, 2006
OLD EDWARDS INN AND SPA ANNOUNCES
Fall 2006 Packages

HIGHLANDS, NC- Old Edwards Hospitality Group is pleased to announce 2006 Fall Packages available at Old Edwards Inn and Spa and The Lodge at Old Edwards Inn. These treasured getaways offer guests the opportunity to escape the every day routine while relishing beautiful fall color and crisp mountain air.

Additional spa packages are available to enhance guest’s total relaxation, rejuvenation and enjoyment at The Spa at Old Edwards Inn. Additional nights are also available to extend each package. Dinner and Spa reservations should be booked when booking packages.

FALL PACKAGE DETAILS
The Old Edwards traditions of Champagne arrival, gourmet Continental breakfast each morning, a welcome amenity and evening turndown and a Butler’s Pantry with snacks, fresh fruit and non-alcoholic beverages are standard and come with each guestroom and package.

Leaf Looker Package (available October 1 through November 15, 2006)
Experience fall in the mountains of Highlands! Take a walk or drive and view the brilliantly colored foliage or cascading waterfalls. Find the perfect spot to spread your blanket, and settle down for a picnic lunch as you enjoy the cool crispness of the season. Memories are made of this…

• Two nights deluxe accommodations for two at the Inn or The Lodge
• Gourmet picnic lunch for two*
• Old Edwards embroidered picnic blanket and disposable camera

Packages starting at $629 inclusive of tax and gratuity
*Day of choice and pick-up time for picnic lunch should be made at the time of reservation

Hiking Package

The views are always spectacular in Highlands no matter which season of the year that you visit. Old Edwards has the perfect getaway for those guests with a little adventure in mind. Hike in our beautiful mountains with a gourmet picnic from Madison’s then return to the Spa for a relaxing treatment to sooth away sore muscles.

• Two nights deluxe accommodations for two at the Inn or The Lodge
• Self-guided hike with local hiking guide of trails and waterfalls
• Gourmet picnic lunch*
• Old Edwards embroidered picnic blanket and disposable camera
• 80-minute Ultimate Relaxation Message for each hiker

Single Hiker price - $749 (Weekdays–Sundays–Thursday), inclusive of tax and gratuity and
$849 (Weekends–Friday and Saturdays/Holidays), inclusive of tax and gratuity

Two Hiker price - $1059 (Weekdays – Sundays – Thursday), inclusive of tax and gratuity and
$1159 (Weekends – Friday and Saturday/Holidays), inclusive of tax and gratuity
*Day of choice and pick-up time for picnic lunch should be made at the time of reservation

GOLF PACKAGES (available mid-April through October)
The Old Edwards Inn and Highlands Cove Golf Course are pleased to offer a spectacular golf getaway. The championship design of the Highlands Nine and the Cove Nine combine for a par 71 layout that will be enjoyable and challenging for any player--with a view that is nothing short of inspiring.

Golf Package
• Two nights deluxe accommodations at the Inn or The Lodge
• Golf amenity
• One round of golf on day of choice

$729 inclusive of tax and gratuity for two golfers
$649 inclusive of tax and gratuity for one golfer
Rates are subject to change and are based on availability. Tee times must be specified at the time of reservation.
Two-day golf packages are also available.

Golf Clinic Package (Available Sunday ~ Thursday and Mid-April-October)
Clinics are offered for groups up to 6
• Four nights deluxe accommodation at the Inn or The Lodge
• Golf amenity
• Gourmet Continental breakfast each morning
• Three Golf Clinics at Highlands Cove (Putting, Chipping, and Full Swing)
• $300 Spa credit
• Three gourmet lunches in Madison's Restaurant and Wine Garden or Spa Café
• Three-course dinner in Madison's each night, exclusive of beer, wine and cocktails
• Transportation to and from Highlands Cove

$1,809 per person including tax and gratuity
(A three-night itinerary is also available upon request.)

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; The Lodge at Old Edwards Inn, Old Creek Lodge, Rib Shack, The Laundry and Dry Cleaners at Old Edwards Inn and Miss Priss-Charlotte at Stonecrest.

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 Preferred Boutique. The property is a Recommended Hotel in Condé Nast Johansens 2005 and 2006 Recommended Hotels, Inns and Resorts Guide. The property was included in Travel + Leisure’s 2006 World’s Best Hotels, Resorts and Spas guide. Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden is a 2005 and 2006 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner.

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