Gstaad Palace Opening for the Summer Season with New Offerings

Travelers can get a "golden ticket" to satisfy their sweet-toothed desires this summer at Gstaad Palace.The Palace Hotel in the heart of the Swiss Alps has excitement on tap for the season ahead, including a Family Summer Package featuring a hands-on chocolate making workshop from world-renowned Swiss chocolate brand, Maison Callier.

Perfect timing for every generation of traveler familiar with Roald Dahl's classic children's fantasy, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which celebrates its 50th anniversary book launch in the U.S. this year. Even sweeter are the new Alpine activities to experience.

Satisfy your sweet-tooth with the new Family Summer Package, including:

• Four nights in any double room category, junior suite or suite
• Hands-on workshop to create and decorate chocolates from favorite ingredients at world-renowned Maison Callier in Broc, followed by a tour of the factory
• Return transportation by train
• Package rate for two adults and one child (from age 6, minimum height 41 in) including half board and use of Palace Spa: from $3,862 USD/CHF 3,445. Rate for extra child (maximum two children in parents' room): from $559 USD/CHF 499
• Valid June 21 to September 14, 2014, subject to availability
There are also new activities available inspired by the "Alpine Life" that guests can experience such as:
• Group hikes with picnics available morning, lunch and at twilight. Gstaad Palace offers a new picnic area built in the same spot where they planted 1,200 trees as a gift to the community and as part of their 100th anniversary.
• Lunch or dinner at the Walig Hut, a charming rustic accommodation dating from the late 1700s with beautiful mountains and village views ($112 USD/CHF 100 per person with transfer, food and all drinks included)
• A guided stroll through local Gstaad history
• Two-hour weekly mountain tour with a local cycling club from Saanen
• Aperitifs around the Palace with owner and General Manager Andrea Scherz

Gstaad Palace also offers tennis on four outdoor courts with instruction available for all ages and skill levels; a children's program with summer tobogganing, petting zoos, playground fun and more; and a Bounce Castle open on Sundays during Brunch.

The Bernese Oberland is particularly lovely during summer with pleasant temperatures and opportunities for sightseeing, shopping, cultural exploration and adventure. The popular Gstaad Mountain Rides features nine cable cars and restaurants and terraces surrounded by beautiful mountain views. Meanwhile, Gstaad-Saanenland golf course is located just 15 minutes from the hotel.

For more information or to reserve a Summer Package at Gstaad Palace, please contact +41 33 748 50 00.or visit www.palace.ch