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V I V I D S Y D N E Y AT C A P E L L A
SYDNEY, Australia, May 10th, 2024 – Capella Sydney, nestled within the city’s historic Sandstone Precinct justmoments away from the Vivid Sydney Light Walk at Circular Quay, invites guests to embrace the enchantment ofVivid Sydney 2024 with a curated array of exclusive experiences.
As a partner of the Vivid Sydney Local Business Program, Capella Sydney proudly presents ‘Light Up the Night’ – a captivating
journey designed to elevate the Vivid Sydney experience for guests and the public. Priced at $300 per person, the journey
invites guests to enjoy a two-course dining experience at Capella Sydney’s award-winning Brasserie 1930, followed by a luxurious
private harbour cruise on Sydney Harbour aboard the opulent vessel Spectre. Guests will be treated to a complimentary glass ofchampagne as they witness Sydney’s iconic landmarks come alive, experiencing the Vivid Sydney Light Walk from the water for an
unforgettable moment.
For those seeking a swift dining option before embarking on the light walk, Brasserie 1930 will be offering an express menu available
for bookings starting from 5:30 pm throughout the festival period, priced at $70 for two courses and $85 for three courses.
Elevate your Vivid Sydney experience with Capella Sydney’s bespoke accommodation package, ‘Love, Light & Luxury’, startingfrom $860 per night. Guests can indulge in a memorable Afternoon Tea experience beneath the mesmerising kinetic sculpture‘Meadows’ at Aperture before exploring all that Vivid Sydney has to offer. After a night of enchantment, guests can retreat to thelavish accommodations of Capella Sydney and awaken to a sumptuous breakfast at Brasserie 1930.
Marc von Arnim, General Manager of Capella Sydney, said: “We are thrilled to offer guests an elevated experience during Vivid
Sydney, where they can immerse themselves in the magic of the festival while enjoying the luxurious amenities and personalised
service that Capella Sydney is renowned for.”Image credit: Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney, an annual celebration of creativity, innovation, and technology, will transform Sydney for 23 days and nights from Friday,May 24th to Saturday, June 15th, 2024. In its 14th year, Vivid Sydney will fuse art, innovation, and technology in collaboration withsome of the most boundary-pushing artists, musicians, thinkers, and culinary experts of our time.
Vivid Sydney is owned, managed, and produced by Destination NSW, the NSW Government’s tourism and major events agency.
Light up the night with Capella Sydney
Dinner at Brasserie 1930 and Sydney Harbour CruiseThis exclusive AUD $300 package includes:•Two-course dining experience at two-hatted Brasserie 1930•

75-minute cruise on Sydney Harbour aboard Spectre•

Complimentary glass of champagne during the cruise•

Available exclusively on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 24th May to 15th June 2024, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Brasserie 1930 EXP | Pre-festival Dining
The Brasserie EXP menu is priced at $70 for two courses and $85 for three courses, with bookings available from 5.30pm.
Love, Light and Luxury: Accommodation Package
Priced from $860 per night, this exclusive package includes:•Overnight accommodation at Capella Sydney•

Afternoon Tea at Aperture for two guests•

Non-alcoholic beverages from the personal bar•

Exclusive guest-only access to The Living Room•

Full daily breakfast at Brasserie 1930

*Terms and conditions apply
For bookings and more information, please visit https://capellahotels.com/en/capella-sydney/vivid-sydney-at-capella

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MED I A C O NTACTS
Florence Rocca
Director of Marketing & Communications
florence.rocca@capellahotels.com

ABOUT CAPELLA SYDNEY
For generations, the Department of Education building in Sydney’s Sandstone Precinct has stood quietly, its golden
facade forming an unassuming backdrop to the rhythm of the city. Reawakening as Capella Sydney in March 2023, theheritage-listed icon will welcome guests inside its walls for the very first time, setting a global benchmark for luxury
accommodation, cuisine and cultural immersion. Embedding visitors in the beating heart of the city’s commercial, culturaland hospitality precinct, Capella Sydney also marks the first property under the Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation
to open in Australia.
Balancing storied architectural features with a contemporary design aesthetic, Capella Sydney celebrates the Australianpanorama through its interiors, location and experiences. 192 spacious guestrooms and suites and an unsurpassed
wellness offering are anchored by three ground-level food and beverage outlets and a collection of bespoke function
spaces. Original characteristics are celebrated throughout the hotel, with reimagined interiors unfurling to reveal
commissioned and collected artworks, sophisticated furnishings and intriguing objets d’art – all within footsteps of theglistening harbour foreshore, the famed Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
In just a year since its grand opening, Capella Sydney has garnered an impressive array of accolades, including the HICAP(Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific) ‘2023 Reggie Shiu Development of the Year’ award, the AHEAD Asia Awards
2023 for ‘Hotel of the Year’, ‘Best Hotel Conversion’, and ‘Best Hotel Lobby’, followed by its recent inclusion on
AFAR’s esteemed list of Best New Hotels of 2024. For more information, visit capellahotels.com/sydney
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Image credit: Timothy KayeABOUT CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS
The Capella Hotels and Resorts constellation consists of properties located in Singapore, Sydney, Ubud, Bangkok, Hanoi,Shanghai, and Hainan. Future openings include exciting destinations such as Taipei, Kyoto, Riyadh, Nanjing, Shenzhen
and South Korea. The exceptional hospitality brand, taking its name from the brightest star of the Auriga constellation,
shines a spotlight on local heritage, culture and community whilst crafting authentic guests’ experiences with the highest
level of personalised service and combining a legacy of thoughtful design.
In 2023, Capella was named the Best Hotel Brand in the Travel + Leisure ‘World’s Best Awards’. Capella Bangkok andCapella Singapore earned the distinction of being included in the debut lineup of The World’s 50 Best Hotels in 2023.
Capella Hotels and Resorts is a member of DISCOVERY, amulti-brand loyalty programme representing a collection of 40
independent hotel brands over 100 countries worldwide. For more information, visit capellahotels.com
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ABOUT VIVID SYDNEY
Vivid Sydney, the Southern Hemisphere’s leading multi-artform festival, transforms Sydney into a vibrant hub of creativity,
innovation and community connection. Over 23 nights, light installations, music, ideas and food inspire global audiencesand drive cultural exchange. The 2024 theme, ‘Humanity,’ sparks reflection and engagement, attracting visitors andfuelling economic growth. Proudly owned by Destination NSW, Vivid Sydney showcases NSW’s cultural vibrancy andpositions it as a global leader in artistic innovation

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