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September 2019

THE PENINSULA BEIJING REVEALS CALENDAR OF FESTIVE ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE MINDFULNESS AND TO RECONNECT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY ‘Stories from the Tree’-themed events include live storytelling, gingerbread baking classes and festive-themed fare to bring loved ones together and raise funds for children’s charities

Pictured: has created a digital children’s storybook, available for complimentary download from its festive webpage on Peninsula.com. Gingerbread making classes are also on offer.

Take back control of time Modern life can often feel busy, with time seemingly passing at an ever-faster rate. With the approach of the festive season, The Peninsula Hotels – the home of the holidays – is encouraging guests and visitors alike to practice mindfulness by slowing down, reflecting and enjoying the present moment while surrounded by those they love.

To help, the luxury hotel brand today announced a calendar of fun activities and experiences for all to enjoy – including bountiful brunches brimming with festive fare; celebratory cocktails crafted by on-site mixologists; gingerbread making classes led by each hotels’ professional pastry chefs; and live story-telling sessions of The Peninsula’s digital storybook for children

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‘The Gingerbread Man’s Tale,’ available to download on a complimentary basis via Peninsula.com’s festive webpage from mid-October.

Pictured: Six festive ornaments are available for purchase at Peninsula properties globally, with US$5 from each purchase donated to local charities.

Putting the spice back into life The protagonist of this year’s story – which has been specially written for The Peninsula Hotels – is the Gingerbread Man. A familiar sight hanging within decorated trees, the Gingerbread Man represents the ‘Stories from within the Tree’ chapter of The Peninsula Hotels’ three-year festive campaign titled ‘Stories from the Tree’. After kicking-off with ‘Stories from Under the Tree’ last year and closing with ‘Stories from the Tree Top’ next year, this year’s theme is about sharing the joy and fun of the season.

In line with this, the magic of the festive season will be celebrated at each of the ten Peninsula hotels around the globe with giant Christmas trees erected in the grand lobbies, and resplendent decorations on view for all to enjoy.

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A time of reflection Often, the joy and fun of the season is felt most strongly by the children in our lives. In support of those less fortunate, the six ‘Stories from the tree’ characters will be available to purchase at each hotel in the form of tree decorations and pins, with US$5 from each purchase being donated to local youth empowerment charities.

Pictured: Each Peninsula hotel lobby will feature a large decorated tree, while festive-themed Afternoon Tea will be available, with US$5 from each sale being donated to local charities.

This year, hotel guests and visitors are invited to purchase these iconic festive ornaments, with a portion of funds being donated to local charity AHF China branch. Stories from the Tree- themed Afternoon Tea packages will also be available to enjoy, with US$5 being donated to the charity from each sale.

Tree-lighting and magical moments The festive season comes to life at The Peninsula Beijing from Friday, 22 November, with the hotel’s gala tree-lighting ceremony. More than 300 guests are invited to gather in the lobby for this grand event, which features a choir performance, special treats and libations, and the illumination of the hotel’s magnificently decorated Christmas tree.

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Until 25 December, every weekend offers more chances for parents and children to experience the holiday magic, by hearing Christmas stories, decorating gingerbread houses, and visiting with Santa.

Pictured: Holiday Afternoon Tea and festive chocolates

Delightful holiday dining offerings A variety of special holiday meals, themed Afternoon Teas, and culinary treats will allow our guests to savour the culinary pleasures of the holiday season. These include:

The Peninsula Festive Afternoon Tea Through the month of December, The Peninsula Beijing’s renowned traditional Afternoon Tea is enlivened by the special flavours of the season. Delicate savoury sandwiches served on a silver tiered stand include foie gras topped with cinnamon-spiced pear, pink pepper and pumpkin gelée on Pain de Campagne; and smoked turkey breast seasoned with star anise and red currant on chestnut bread. Quiches made with porchetta, truffle and wild mushrooms, and raisin-orange scones are equally sure to delight.

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Children’s Festive Afternoon Tea Specially tailored to suit the palates (and imaginations) of junior guests, this unique holiday- themed Afternoon Tea features treats including Nutella-topped French toast, ham and cheese sandwiches, and ‘Santa’s Hat’ pastries flavoured with strawberry, banana, and orange.

Pictured: Holiday brunch and Christmas Eve Dinner

Holiday weekend brunch A lavish weekend brunch, accompanied by Champagne and creative cocktails, will offer an ideal way to toast the holiday season alongside family and friends; featuring an array of brunch stations.

Gourmet European Christmas Eve dinner An exquisite five-course European feast at Jing, the hotel’s refined contemporary French restaurant, will be available; created by Chef De Cuisine, Julien Cadiou.

Christmas Eve Cantonese feast A sumptuous four-course dinner awaits Christmas Eve diners at Huang Ting, The Peninsula Beijing’s sophisticated Cantonese restaurant. Among the culinary treats offered by Master Chef

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Simon Leung are house-smoked salmon, braised abalone, steamed grouper with goji berries, and stir-fried tenderloin of Australian beef with black pepper sauce.

Pictured: New Year’ Eve dinner

Celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner Guests can ring in 2020 in signature Peninsula style with a five-course modern menu created by Jing Chef De Cuisine, Julien Cadiou. Dishes such as Hokkaido scallop with morels, wild porcini ‘cappuccino,’ and Teriyaki-glazed confit of Norwegian salmon usher in the new year deliciously.

An extra something special with family suites

Until 29 February 2020, The Peninsula Beijing is offering families a 50 per cent discount on second suite bookings when reserving one of the hotel’s Wangfujing or Beijing Suites (bookings for the second suite must be made at the same time). This “Family Suite Surprise” offer also entitles participating guests to enjoy special extras.

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Luxurious spa offerings for winter-beautiful skin Just in time for the cold weather, The Peninsula Beijing is introducing a unique skin-care promotion to guests of The Peninsula Spa. Biologique Recherche spa treatments will include application of a new, richly hydrating formula, Soin Resturcturant Et Lissant. When applied with Biologique Recherche’s signature technique, this soothing product leaves even parched winter skin feeling refreshed and deeply moisturised.

A fit and festive holiday season Between 16 November and 31 December, The Peninsula Beijing is offering a special promotion to those who wish to become members of the hotel’s state-of-the-art Fitness Centre. During the promotional period, guests who purchase an Elite Fitness Membership will also receive special extras.

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For further information, please contact:

Ms Cathie Yang Director of Communications The Peninsula Beijing Telephone : +86 10 8516 2888 ext. 6608 Fax : +86 10 6510 6308 E-mail : [email protected] Website : peninsula.com Newsroom: : peninsula.com/en/newsroom/beijing