2007 Press Releases
Hotel Tadoussac begins its 65th season offering visitors a quintessential Quebec experience
TADOUSSAC, QC (June 1st, 2007) - Summer is the time to retreat to beautiful places with rich history , unique culture and incredible scenery. Located in Tadoussac, the oldest village in Canada, Hôtel Tadoussac celebrates its 65th anniversary this year and offers more than ever to visitors. Come experience the heritage and natural beauty of this corner of Quebec with special events and packages throughout the summer season.
Hôtel Tadoussac is a gem of a resort sitting on one of the "thirty most beautiful bays in the world", the Saguenay fjord. This 149-room landmark property has welcomed generations of travelers seeking a quintessential Quebec experience. This year, by popular demand, Hôtel Tadoussac has commenced its season earlier opening from May 3 to October 14, 2007. Whether for business or pleasure, Hôtel Tadoussac offers comfort in a relaxing setting with the high-end service and amenities.
The hotel offers packages designed to appeal to every taste, from a romantic interlude, family getaway or great adventure! Hôtel Tadoussac packages start from $86 CA / $80 US per person, based on double occupancy.
The Saguenay Fjord is 60 miles long and fed by fresh water, creating a unique marine environment where fresh and salt water species live together and nine species of whales use the fjord as a summer feeding ground. Explore more of this fascinating phenomenon with the Surf the Saguenay Waves Package, including one night's accommodation, dinner, full breakfast and a six-hour Saguenay Fjord cruise and onboard lunch. This fascinating exploration starts from $185.50 CA / $172.50 US per person, based on double occupancy.
Hôtel Tadoussac also offers an unforgettable experience through its Kayak Discovery Package combining a one night stay at Hôtel Tadoussac with an inspired buffet dinner featuring the fresh seafood and savory produce of the Charlevoix region, a full breakfast and a three hour kayaking adventure on the waters of the Saguenay Fjord. This unforgettable adventure starts from $151 CA / $140 US per person, based on double occupancy.
Hôtel Tadoussac is also host to many summer events including the most important song festival outside Montreal and Quebec City, the "Festival de la Chanson de Tadoussac", from June 14th -17th a great way to spend the weekend listening to your favorite Quebec singers, and discovering the talent of tomorrow! From August 31st to September 2nd, "Les Folkloriques de Tadoussac" celebrates the French language, heritage and culture with musicians, dancers and storytellers. The following weekend, September 7th to 9th, enjoy Hôtel Tadoussac's very own "Du vent dans les Toiles", a painting exhibition where painters present their art in the Great Hall of the Hotel.
For more on Hôtel Tadoussac or to make a reservation, visit www.hoteltadoussac.com or call 1.800.561.0718.
SilverBirch is one of Canada's leading hotel management companies and currently manages and asset manages 35 hotels and resorts across Canada. The company manages independent hotels and hotels operating under major franchise brands, such as Crowne Plaza, Radisson, Residence Inn by Marriott, Holiday Inn, Hilton, Quality, Gouverneur, Best Western and Ramada. SilverBirch is fully owned by British Columbia Investment Management Corporation ("bcIMC"), a Canadian leader in investment funds management that is based in Victoria, British Columbia (www.bcimc.com).
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For more information, please contact:
Nathalie Jeghers
Regional Director of Sales & Marketing / Quebec & Atlantic
SilverBirch
Telephone: (514) 231-3075
njeghers@silverbirchhotels.com
Véronique Gaudreault
Sales Manager
H ôtel Tadoussac
Telephone: (418) 653-1717
vgaudreault@silverbirchhotels.com