OKTOBERFEST----NOW THAT OKTOBERFEST HAS BEEN DELETED FROM EXISTENCE IN MALAYSIA, HONG KONG HAS COME TO THE RESCUE! MARCO POLO HOTEL IN HARBOUR CITY IN KOWLOON IS OFFERING SPECIAL RATES FOR ITS ACCLAIMED BIERFEST! EVEN THE LONG ARMS OF THE MALAYSIAN LAW CANNOT PENETRATE HONG KONG SO YOU CAN DRINK YOURSELF SILLY ALL NIGHT LONG TILL DAWN AND THEN PASS OUT IN YOUR BED IN THE SAME BUILDING! CHEERS TO BEER!

KEE@FSWMAG.COM

Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 2113-0088 Fax: (852) 2113-0011 hongkong@marcopolohotels.com www.marcopolohotels.com 

 Book Your Stay at Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong and Receive 2 Complimentary Tickets to the Marco Polo German Bierfest 2017

MARCO POLO GERMAN BIERFEST IN HONG KONG

 CHEERS TO BEER!

AFTER DRINKING YOUR BRAINS OUT, COLLAPSE IN YORU LUXURIOUS ROOM AT MARCO POLO HOTEL IN THE HEART OF KOWLOON
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The longest-running outdoor Oktoberfest in Hong Kong, Marco Polo German Bierfest will be back from 20 October to 11 November 2017 at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel. 




Thousands of guests will fly in to join the party under the giant open-air marquee – the only place in the world where you can experience authentic Bierfest fun, food and beer alongside the stunning Victoria Harbour. 

This year, guests booking their stay at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Gateway Hotel or Prince Hotel can enjoy free admission to the highlyanticipated event. 

“Bed and Bierfest” Room Package Book your stay with the “Bed and Bierfest” package via the hotel website at marcopolohotels.com between 20 October and 11 November 2017 and receive maximum two complimentary entrance tickets (including two glasses of beer per room) to party with Bierfest fans from all over the world. 

To further extend the Bierfest spirit, guests will also receive in-room amenities in the form of a Marco Polo German Bierfest 2017 special edition beer mug (maximum two mugs per room) plus a bottle of Erdinger beer (500ml) per person (maximum two bottles per room).

 Other privileges include:  Complimentary handy smartphone with unlimited 3G internet and unlimited local and international calls (10 designated regions, including Australia, China, Germany, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, the UK and the USA) 

 Complimentary late check out until 2:00pm Hong Kong’s Longest-running Outdoor German Beer Festival Hong Kong’s longest running outdoor beer festival showcases traditional German bites, an extensive selection of German beers including the famous Erdinger Weißbräu, plus all-night dancing and good times against the panoramic backdrop of Victoria Harbour. 

Bierfest wouldn’t be complete without traditional tunes and entertainment, and German musical group The Notenhobler band is a beloved part of Marco Polo’s festivities. 

Dressed in authentic Oberkrainer clothes, their hearty folk music and games such as the Alphorn-blowing contest, Chicken dance and drinking competitions, make the beer festival even more memorable. 

Your accommodation and Bierfest tickets can be arranged in just a few clicks at home. Come and join in the unforgettable experience of this fun-filled festival which recently won the Gold Award for Hong Kong’s ‘Best Outdoor Events: Arts, Leisure and Entertainment’ at The Marketing Events Awards 2017 organised by Marketing Magazine. 

For reservations or further information, please visit marcopolohotels.com. 

Programme Details Date : 20 October - 11 November 2017 Time : Opening Hours 6:00pm - 11:00pm Happy Hour (Daily)* 6:00pm - 7:00pm * Buy one glass of beer by Octopus at any bar counter and receive one additional glass of beer on the spot Venue : Viewing Platform, Level 6, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Entrance Fees : Sundays to Thursdays Adult: HK$160 (includes one beer) Child: HK$120 (includes one soft drink) Fridays and Saturdays Adult: HK$280 (includes one beer and one beer mug) Child: HK$160 (includes one soft drink) 

Enquiries : 2113 3217 Ticketing : hkticketing.com / (852) 3128 8288 (Adult tickets only; tickets for persons under 18 are available at the entrance) Website : gbfhk.com Facebook : www.facebook.com/marcopologbf Weibo : www.weibo.com/gbfhk YouTube Instagram : : www.youtube.com/marcopologbf marcopolohongkong 

Terms and Conditions  Valid for bookings from now until 11 November 2017 for stay from 20 October to 11 November 2017. Blackout dates may apply  Offer is only available via online booking through our hotel website marcopolohotels.com 

 Subject to availability and advance reservations  Entrance tickets valid for guest’s stay period only  The German Bierfest entry tickets (2) are for entrance only. 

Each ticket includes one complimentary glass of beer only. Other food and beverage will be charged on consumption basis 

 Amendment or cancellation must be received 72 hours prior to 6pm (hotel local time) on date of arrival to avoid a one-night cancellation charge  All rates are subject to a 10% service charge  All matters and disputes will be subject to final decision by Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong

 About Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel Situated in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel is part of Harbour City – Hong Kong’s largest shopping complex, housing over 450 shops, including the world’s leading luxury brands and a myriad of dining options. 

Comprised of 665 luxurious guestrooms and suites, many of which offer breathtaking waterfront views of celebrated Victoria Harbour, the hotel also offers the ultimate in personalised service with The Continental Club. 

All rooms are well-equipped with complimentary handy smartphone and Wi-Fi with deluxe amenities. Within a short walk are landmarks such as the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Space Museum, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, and 1881 Heritage. 

The hotel is also on the doorstep of Star Ferry terminal and MTR subway stations. Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a lobby lounge, a gym, an allday dining outlet, Cafe Marco on Level 1, featuring a wide variety of gourmet cuisines from all over the world and our renowned authentic Italian restaurant, Cucina. 

The hotel has 14 function rooms; the largest venue can accommodate up to 430 guests, with the dedicated service of our professional Banquet Services Team. The hotel is part of Wharf Hotels, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Wharf (Holdings) Ltd, a Hong Kong-listed company with core business interests in property and investments in communications and container-terminal operations. 

Other Wharf Hotels properties include Gateway Hotel and Prince Hotel in Hong Kong, as well as hotels in mainland China and the Philippines. About Global Hotel Alliance Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, bringing together 35 brands with 550 hotels in 76 countries. 

GHA uses a shared technology platform to drive incremental revenues and create cost savings for its member brands. GHA’s award-winning loyalty programme, DISCOVERY, provides nearly 10 million members exclusive opportunities to immerse themselves in local culture wherever they travel. 

For more information, visit gha.com.