Fairmont Hotels & Resorts introduces new immersive ‘Special Happens…’ experiences across its portfolio | News

World-renowned luxury hospitality brand Fairmont Hotels & Resorts announces the debut of six new experiences in the highly anticipated ‘Special Happens…’ series spanning its global portfolio. The offering highlights Fairmont’s signature service and sense of celebration, further advancing the brand’s commitment to Make Special Happen for all guests. The collection presents new ‘must try’ experiences anchored in four categories: “After Dark”; “In the wild”; “Around the table”; and “In the spotlight.”.

Rooted in local culture and delivered with Fairmont’s signature care, guests can explore new offerings including an iconic helicopter tour of the Great Wall of China at Fairmont Beijing; An evening under the solar eclipse on August 12 at Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier; a heavenly overnight stay with rare Scotch whiskey on the east coast of Scotland at Fairmont St Andrews; an Indigenous-led foraging flight at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; The After-Dark Night Tour of the Yellow Crane Tower while dressed in traditional Hanfu clothing at Fairmont Wuhan; and the Acacia Horizon Experience at Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, which offers an intimate, private, elevated wildlife viewing opportunity.

Claudia Kozma Kaplan, Chief Brand Officer, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts said: “Delivering remarkable experiences is fundamental to the DNA of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. With these brand new ‘Special Happens…’ experiences, we are not only continuing this legacy, we are actively bringing the essence of Fairmont to life for everyone. This next chapter is about expanding unforgettable journeys, creating authentic moments within each community and designing them with meticulous care so that our guests can connect more deeply, celebrate more often and can make things really special.”

Special Happens… In The Wild expands with three brand new global experiences, inviting travelers to connect with nature through unforgettable, unique adventures:

New for 2026, guests can soar over one of the world’s most iconic landmarks with an exclusive new iconic Great Wall of China helicopter tour from Fairmont Beijing. Enjoy tracking the winding majesty of the Wall from a private helicopter, followed by a seamless limousine transfer back to the hotel for a two-night stay in a Fairmont Gold Studio King with lounge access. The experience continues with a private mixology masterclass creating the signature ‘The Red’ cocktail and a curated ‘China Collectors’ dining experience at CUT by Chef Peter Kang, featuring his famous clay-sealed chicken. Together, the journey combines breathtaking views, compelling local flavors and refined indulgence through personalized hospitality and fine dining.

Also making its debut this summer, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge offers a new foraging flight: an Indigenous Helicopter and Culinary Journey, taking guests to the skies in a helicopter led by local Indigenous Knowledge Keeper Lauren Moberly, immersing them in the untamed beauty of the Canadian Rockies. The full-day adventure connects travelers to the wild heart of the region and follows a journey from rugged peaks to the forest floor for a luxurious picnic and foraging for seasonal wild botanicals. The experience concludes with a private, chef-prepared, multi-course dinner at the resort, designed to showcase the ingredients gathered throughout the journey for an authentic taste of the region’s natural resources.

The all-new Acacia Horizon Experience at Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club invites travelers to the wild beauty of the Kenyan highlands, where a private guided walk led by expert naturalists leads to a remote acacia canopy: an exclusive vantage point where rhinos, giraffes and plains wildlife converge. Located in the breathtaking Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, the immersive journey culminates in a carefully curated dining experience, with light, elegant dishes served in harmony with the natural environment.

Special Happens… After Dark invites guests to discover three exclusive new offerings, in addition to an exciting list of nighttime experiences:

Newly unveiled is a night tour of the Yellow Crane Tower in Hanfu costume from Fairmont Wuhan, inviting visitors to enter the rich heritage of Wuhan culture. Guests will don traditional Hanfu clothing and makeup before taking a chauffeured limousine ride to the iconic, millennium-old Yellow Crane Tower. There, centuries-old architecture meets modern elegance through an immersive light and sound show that combines cutting-edge technology with the poetic spirit of the city, all captured by a personal photographer. The evening concludes at the hotel with a signature cocktail made from Yellow Crane Tower liqueur, offering a taste of Wuhan’s storied past in a sophisticated, unforgettable setting.

Another brand new offering: guests are invited to witness the magic of Tangier’s skies for a unique celestial display on August 12, with an evening under the solar eclipse. The experience at Fairmont Tazi Palace Tangier gives travelers exclusive access to the palace’s terrace that frames the Tangier skyline on this special date only. The evening begins with a scene of live jazz, beaming lights and a Polaroid photo opportunity, before indulging in a private tasting of interstellar-inspired flavors and heavenly cocktails. As the eclipse unfolds, the evening becomes a breathtaking blend of astronomy, culture and luxury, creating a night under the sky that captures the wonder of Tangier like never before.

A newly added adventure, guests can explore the rugged beauty of Scotland’s east coast with a heavenly overnight experience at Fairmont St Andrews, where guests are led to a remote observation dome to explore the wonders of the evening sky. Through a state-of-the-art telescope, constellations, distant planets and deep-sky phenomena come into vivid view against the dramatic cliffs and endless expanse of the North Sea. The evening continues with an intimate culinary journey, where a private chef presents a seasonal menu under the starlight, inspired by Scotland’s finest ingredients. Back at the property, guests can continue to gaze at the stars from their private balcony, accompanied by a heavenly inspired sparkling cocktail and rare Scotch whiskey paired with local delicacies, offering a final moment of indulgence under the stars.