Old Edwards Inn and Spa Ranks in Top 5 for Romance and for Spa/Relaxation in TripAdvisor's Awards

HIGHLANDS, N.C., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands, N.C.— a European-style resort on the southwestern plateau of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains—was ranked #2 Best Hotel for Romance in the U.S. and #4 Best Relaxation and Spa hotel in the U.S. in TripAdvisor's Traveler's 2011 Choice Awards.  The Forbes Four-Star resort cascades along several blocks in downtown Highlands — a cultural mountain village and second-home destination brimming with award-winning culinary events, galleries, shopping and some of the nation's top golf courses. A spectacular outdoor heated mineral pool, world class spa, award-winning dining, and golf at the private Old Edwards Club are signature experiences at this full-service mountain resort. Travelers can experience Old Edwards Inn and Spa at a significant savings through spring 2011, when spa-wellness and all-inclusive packages are bundled together for "savings season." Summer brings guided hikes and adventure excursions into the scenic surrounding mountains known as "waterfall country."

Romantic Mountain Escape Package (http://www.oldedwardsinn.com/package/100-romantic-mountain-escape)

Valentine's at Old Edwards (http://www.oldedwardsinn.com/valentines)

Spa Retreat Packages for Winter/Spring 2011 (http://www.oldedwardsinn.com/winterwellness)

Winter All-Inclusive from $299 Per Night (http://www.oldedwardsinn.com/AllInclusiveWinterPackage)

About Old Edwards Inn and Spa (www.oldedwardsinn.com) was Conde Nast Traveler's #1 Hotel Spa in North America in 2010 with the First Ever Perfect Score in the 20-Year History of the Reader's Survey. Guests are surrounded by the warmth and character of Old-Europe architecture and authentic period antiques. Many rooms, cottages and suites offer private patios or terraces—some with captivating rooftop views of Main Street and downtown Highlands.  All of the luxury accommodations include champagne arrival, twice-daily housekeeping, two 24-hour business centers and two 24-hour Butler's pantries with Dove Bars, fresh fruit and soft beverages. European bedding, fine Italian linens, plush robes & slippers, rainfall showers, heated-tile bathroom floors, in-room safes and Wi-Fi enhance the in-room experience. Old Edwards Inn and Spa boasts a state-of-the art fitness center with wellness classes.

Guests enjoy onsite shopping at several boutiques. Dining venues include Madison's Restaurant and Wine Garden WITH farm-to-table sustainable cuisine, The Rooftop Terrace, the Spa Cafe and the Poolside Bar and Bistro. Special events and weddings take place at The Farm at Old Edwards.  Also introduced in 2009 was Satulah, Old Edwards Private Residences. The Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond resort is located at 445 Main Street in Highlands, NC. 

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