ATLANTA, GA. (October, 2003) - The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, located in the heart of downtown, recently announced a special holiday package. Come stay at downtown's hippest hotel and experience all of Atlanta's favorite holiday festivities right outside your door.

In addition to the hotel's wonderful amenities, there are plenty of exciting holiday events within walking distance of the hotel including the 27th Annual Festival of Trees, at the Georgia World Congress Center, December 6 through December 14. Both locals and visitors alike can view over 200 trees and holiday scenes, decorated by some of the best designers in Atlanta. Atlanta is also home to several fabulous world-class shows including The Atlanta Ballet's performance of 'The Nutcracker', Tchaikovsky's holiday favorite. The Nutcracker will run at the Fox Theatre from November 29 through December 27.

In addition, Atlanta is home to fabulous shopping, such as Lenox Square, located in Buckhead. Department stores include Neiman-Marcus, Rich's, Macy's and the recently added Bloomingdale's. Right around the corner is Phipps Plaza, named a "Southern Best" in Southern Living magazine's Reader's Choice Awards - it is anchored by Lord & Taylor, Parisian and Saks Fifth Avenue.

The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel's holiday package starts at $99 per room, per night and includes luxurious accommodations and a $20 credit redeemable for one of the hotel's delicious restaurant buffets. The holiday package is valid November 21, 2003 through January 1, 2004. Call (404) 659-6500 for reservations or further information. (Exclusive of tax and gratuity, subject to availability, not applicable to groups and may not be combined with any other offer).

The Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, is located in the heart of lively downtown Atlanta, two blocks from Peachtree Street. Featuring an eclectic mix of classic American designs and styles, the hotel redefines accommodations for the next century. Upon completion of the expansion, the hotel will offer 760 guest rooms and suites and a total of 83,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space. Beautiful ballrooms and break-out rooms flexibly accommodate a variety of events, supported by complete technical and A/V capabilities. In addition, guests can take advantage of an indoor/outdoor swimming pool and garden area; poolside bar; 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center and three restaurants including Fandangles, which features eight Georgia themed signature martinis and innovative American cuisine.