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www.privateairny.com Private Air New York | Winter 2016 93 ESCAPE left Bennett wiping away tears while telling the crowds, "this is a day I will never forget". Tony Bennett Day festivities continued throughout the weekend, culminating in a gala event at the Fairmont. Featuring a cocktail reception, lavish dinner and private concert by Tony Bennett and his orchestra; the gala benefitted e Tony Bennett Fund for Emergency Pediatric Care at Zuckerberg San Francisco General with proceeds going towards making every child's emergency care experience uniquely caring, calm and safe. "Tony Bennett has created a beautiful harmony with the Bay Area and our landmark hotel over the years. Fairmont San Francisco is honored to serve as the "home" for this spectacular statue that celebrates his amazing relationship with this city and our iconic property," said Fairmont's Paul Tormey. While Tony Bennett may be the subject of the only the larger than life statue to adorn the Fairmont's Nob Hill lawn, the historic hotel has played host to a veritable constellation of stars since it's 1907 opening including Ella Fitzgerald, Nat 'King' Cole, Marlene Dietrich, Joel Grey, Bobby Short, Vic Damone and James Brown. roughout the hotel, there is a sense of pervasice elegance and history. From the hotel's grand lobby clad in gleaming marble to its classically styled guest rooms with their breathtaking views of the city and from the opulence of the Venetian Room to the infamous Tonga Room replete with indoor thunderstorms; the Fairmont has withstood the test of time to become the much-adored San Francisco landmark she is today and one that - much like Mr. Bennett himself - shows no sign of slowing down. In honor of Tony Bennett, the Fairmont San Francisco has curated "e Tony Bennett Suite at e Fairmont San Francisco" package. Included are accommodations in the Diplomat Suite – Bennett's 'home away frome home' - as well as a boxed set CD's including the Grammy Award-winning Duets II, a bottle of champagne and heart-shaped dessert. A talented painter whose work hangs in the Smithsonian, the package also includes a giclée print depicting the Golden Gate Bridge, signed by artist. For more information, further details or to make a reservation, please visit http://www.fairmont.com/san-francisco