Beau-Rivage Palace's New Icarus Dream Package - Ballooning

To get 2015 off to a lively start, Lausanne's Beau-Rivage Palace is offering guests the rare chance to be whisked over Switzerland's snow-capped Alps and picturesque Lake Geneva in a hot air balloon. The "Icarus Dream" package is available from January 24 through February 1, 2015.

Created around Switzerland's 37th annual International Hot Air Balloon Festival, the "Icarus Dream" package is ideal for guests looking for an adventure - or perhaps a romantic pre-Valentine's Day getaway - along with a stay at one of Europe's most renowned hotels. The festival takes place in the charming town of Chateau-d'Oex, known for its picturesque scenery and decorated chalets, and blessed with a microclimate ideal for hot air ballooning. The entire "Icarus Dream" package includes:

• Two nights' accommodations
• Bottle of champagne upon arrival
• Full buffet breakfast or continental breakfast served in-room
• Hot air balloon ride over Chateau-d'Oex, followed by lunch at the festival
• A gift from festival sponsor, the luxury Swiss watchmaker, Parmigiani
• Access to the Cinq Mondes spa and fitness center
• Public transportation card

Priced from CHF 1890 (approx. US $1,970) including taxes, the package is based on double occupancy. Private transfer to the festival can be arranged by the hotel for an additional cost.

For more information, visit www.brp.ch.