Unique Meeting Breaks Give Meeting Participants Opportunity to Relax and Focus

(VANCOUVER, Canada) - Coffee breaks? A thing of the past! Jump into the new millennium with Opus Hotel, which now offers meeting participants three healthful alternatives to the coffee break: the Matcha Tea Break, the Oxygen Break and the Guided Breathing Break, all designed to increase focus and productivity while simultaneously promoting relaxation.

Matcha tea, with over 70 times the antioxidants of orange juice, 9 times the beta carotene of spinach, and numerous other vitamins and minerals, is one of the world's most healthful drinks. Buddhist monks credit Matcha tea with their ability to focus for long periods of time; similarly, meeting participants who indulge in the Matcha Tea Break will enjoy an energy boost akin to that of coffee - but without the jitters. The Tea Break includes both tea service and in-house-made energy bars, and costs $16.95 per person.

Meeting participants may also treat themselves to the Oxygen Break, which includes bottled water, fresh fruit and the use of a hand-held OXIA oxygen canister. OXIA canisters are comprised of 90% pure oxygen and 10% nitrogen, and provide for 2-3 minutes of continuous airflow. Breathing pure oxygen is said to increase energy levels and cognitive performance, and is reputably even a powerful tool for combating jetlag. The Oxygen Break offer is priced at $25.95 per person.

Finally, the Guided Breathing Break promises to relax the body and mind while improving clarity. Meeting-goers will perform a series of short breathing and visualization exercises under the guidance of a wellness trainer, followed by a gentle stretching session that places emphasis on high stress areas such as the neck, shoulders and upper back. The package offer costs $29.95 per person, and includes bottled water, fresh fruit and herbal tea.

"These unique meeting breaks are another example of Opus Hotel's commitment to keep on top of trends and to provide creative alternatives to the traditional hotel experience," says Daniel Craig. General Manager. "Matcha Tea and Oxia are already a hit with Opus Hotel's individual travelers; now groups will be able to indulge in these healthful alternatives too."

Opened in September 2002 and recently selected for the 2005 Academy Awards¨ prestigious presenter gift basket, Opus is Vancouver's most stylish and contemporary boutique hotel. Set in fashionable Yaletown, Opus is steps from the inner harbour, entertainment, shopping, spas and some of the city's best restaurants. The hotel's 96 stunning guestrooms & suites feature vibrant colours, oversized windows and five unique dŽcor schemes. A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Opus is home to popular French brasserie Elixir and the eclectic Opus Bar. For reservations call 1-866-642-6787 or visit www.opushotel.com.