Laxury Hotels 2003 directory.Luxury Hotels provide meeting attendees more than just comfortable surroundings. These properties specialize in delivering a work and relaxation experience that is beyond compare, and offer an array of amenities from golf courses and spas to award-winning restaurants and shopping that offer something for everyone. The comfort and convenience of your members is taken care of by a staff committed to smooth meeting operations, personalized service, and all in unforgettably unique surroundings. Luxury Hotels can be found hosting board meetings, educational conferences, and committee meetings, even trade shows. Their flexibility and high standards ensure productive meetings and appreciative attendees. Book your next meeting at one of these luxurious properties and give your members an experience that they will never forget. The Hay-Adams WASHINGTON, D.C. "Under our roof the well-being of the guest comes first. The members of our staff ore not only trained in the 'art of making you feel of home' -- but to begin with, they hove been picked for their posts because they hove o sincere desire in their hearts to give gracious and thoughtful service." Written 75 years ago when the Hay-Adams first opened, these words could just as well have been written today. To be sure, a lot of things have changed since the hotel was built across from the White House on Lafayette Park Lafayette Park may refer to:
What has changed is dramatic. Last year, every guest room was thoroughly renovated and the hotel was featured in Architectural Digest Architectural Digest is a glossy American monthly magazine. Its principle subject is interior design, not -- as the name of the magazine might suggest -- architecture more generally. The magazine is published by Condé Nast Publications and was founded in 1920 [1]. . The look is one of serene elegance, and the comfort is unparalled. When the Hay Adams says that they want you to feel at home, they really mean it. With five distinctively decorated function rooms and over 8,000 square feet of meeting space, the hotel offers exceptional meeting and banquet service for anything from a VIP board meeting to a large State Department dinner. Built on a site once occupied by John Hay
John Milton Hay (October 8, 1838 – July 1, 1905) was an American statesman, diplomat, author, journalist, and private secretary and assistant to Abraham Lincoln. , who served as President Lincoln's secretary, and John Adams, great grandson Noun 1. great grandson - a son of your grandson or granddaughter great grandchild - a child of your grandson or granddaughter of John Adams, an author of the Declaration of Independence, the hotel offers one of the capital's most historic settings in view of national monuments. It is an easy walk to the Smithsonian, the Washington Monument Washington Monument, obelisk-shaped tower, 555 ft 5 1-9 in. (169.3 m) high, located on a 106-acre (43-hectare) site at the west end of the Mall, Washington, D.C.; dedicated 1885. , Connecticut Avenue shopping, and international restaurants. Better yet, ASAE's offices are just around the corner. To celebrate their 75th anniversary, the Hay-Adams is planning many features and activities. If you are arranging a function in Washington, D.C., this year, the Hay-Adams is an ideal choice. CONTACT Lynn M. Rollins, Director of Sales and Marketing Phone: 202-835-2263 Fax: 202-293-2396 E-mail: lrollins@hayadams.com Web site: www.hayadams.com The Peabody Hotels LITTLE ROCK, MEMPHIS Memphis, city, ancient Egypt Memphis (mĕm`fĭs), ancient city of Egypt, capital of the Old Kingdom (c.3100–c.2258 B.C.), at the apex of the Nile delta and 12 mi (18 km) from Cairo. , AND ORLANDO There are three hotels in the world that f[y the Peabody flag: The Peabody Memphis, The Peabody Little Rock, and The Peabody Orlando. With a history of 150 years of Southern hospitality to draw upon, the Peabody flag has come to be known and revered, far and wide, as the number one proponent of the art of Southern charm and gracious hospitality. And it's no wonder. The Peabody was custom built in 1869 to be the "South's Grand Hotel," and, indeed, it was just that. "The Mississippi Delta This article is about the geographic region of the U.S. state of Mississippi. For other uses, see Mississippi Delta (disambiguation). The Mississippi Delta is the distinct northwest section of the state of Mississippi that lies between the Mississippi and Yazoo begins in the lobby of The Peabody Hotel and ends on Catfish Row "Catfish Row", originally entitled "A Suite from Porgy and Bess", is an orchestral work by George Gershwin based upon music from his opera Porgy and Bess. in Vicksburg. The Peabody is the Paris Ritz, the Cairo Shepheard's, the London Savoy of this section. If you stand near its fountain in the middle of the lobby, where ducks waddle and turtles drowse, ultimately you will meet everybody who is anybody in the Delta," said historian David Cohn back in 1935. The same holds true today. The Peabody flag proudly flies not only in Memphis. Since 1986 the Peabody flag has also fluttered over The Peabody Orlando, and since 2001 at The Peabody Little Rock. No matter what the geographical location, the Peabody flag denotes architectural grandeur; comfortable, soothing guest accommodations wired to facilitate 21st century computers; flexible function space supported by professional audiovisual service and production; and stand-alone quality banquet services. The historic jewel in the Peabody crown, The Peabody Memphis, has 468 exquisite rooms and suites, and 72,000 square feet of the most beautiful meeting space in the South. In the early eighties, the redecoration re·dec·o·rate v. re·dec·o·rat·ed, re·dec·o·rat·ing, re·dec·o·rates v.tr. To change the appearance or furnishings of; refurbish. v.intr. To change a decorative scheme. of this "grand dame of the South" sparked the revitalization of downtown Memphis. The hoters magnificent Grand Lobby and its celebrated signature restaurant, Chez chez prep. At the home of; at or by. [French, from Old French, from Latin casa, cottage, hut.] chez prep at the home of [French] Philippe, have just completed multimillion dollar redecorations. Capriccio ca·pric·cio n. pl. ca·pric·cios 1. Music An instrumental work with an improvisatory style and a free form. 2. A prank; a caper. 3. A whim. restaurant, bar, and cafe opened to rave reviews and is, already receiving abundant awards and accolades. The Peabody Orlando, regarded as "The Finest Hotel in Orlando," is a custom-built, convention and resort hotel with 891 luxurious guest rooms (57 suites), 57,000 square feet of flexible function space, and the prime position on Orlando's famous International Drive, directly opposite the 1.5-million-square-foot (soon-to-be 2.5 million-square-foot) Orange County Convention Center The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is the primary public convention center in Central Florida. The large complex is located on International Drive, a major tourist area in Orlando, Florida. . Prime location is just one of the many attributes of The Peabody Orlando: This Four Star, Four Diamond, DiRona, Wine Spectator Wine Spectator is a lifestyle magazine that focuses on wine. Founded as a newsprint tabloid by Bob Morrisey in 1976, it was purchased three years later by publisher Marvin R. Shanken. In 2005, paid circulation was over 382,000 and the magazine reached an estimated 2. award-winning hotel exudes the grandeur of Southern hospitality and has been hosting memorable, flawless meetings since 1986. The big story in Little Rock these days is the hoisting of the Peabody flag over the Arkansas River Arkansas River River, rising in central Colorado, U.S. At 1,450 mi (2,333 km) long, it flows east through southern Kansas and southeast across northeastern Oklahoma and bisects Arkansas, where it empties into the Mississippi River. . The Peabody Little Rock, "Little Rock's New Front Room," has ignited the city's own Southern charm with the Peabody's special brand of hospitality and its signature Peabody Service Excellence[R]. This imposing downtown hotel and conference center was rebuilt, redecorated, and reflagged with the Peabody flag in 2001 at a cost of over $40 million. With 418 beautiful guestrooms and suites, The Peabody Little Rock now features the 40,000-square-foot Peabody Conference Center, and also is directly connected to the 200,000-square-foot Statehouse state·house also state house n. A building in which a state legislature holds sessions; a state capitol. statehouse Noun NZ a rented house built by the government Noun 1. Convention Center. Why does the Peabody brand appeal to the nation's professional meeting planners? The Peabody brand, supported by its consistent, award-winning operational expertise, blended with the arts of hospitality and culinary innovation, is everywhere in evidence: from the warm welcome by the staff on the front driveway to the efficient, smooth check-in and check-out. And in between, the extraordinary consistency of Peabody Service Excellence[R] is practiced with enthusiasm and verve by associates of all three hotels. The Peabody experience is the meeting planner's assurance of a successful and enjoyable event. CONTACT Barry Anderson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Peabody Hotel Group Phone: 407-345-4516 Fax: 407-345-4585 E-mail: Banderson@peabodyorlando.com Web site: www.peabodyhotels.com Resort at Squaw Creek Squaw Creek is the name of several bodies of water in North America, including:
LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA The mountainside Resort at Squaw Creek is a Four Diamond, Lake Tahoe resort nestled amidst the granite peaks of California's Squaw Valley Squaw Valley, valley, NE Calif., in the Sierra Nevada Mts., NW of Lake Tahoe. A well-known ski and winter recreational resort, it was the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics. Ski lifts and trails are on Squaw Peak (8,960 ft/2,731 m high). USA, home of the 1960 Winter Olympics. The resort is conveniently located 45-minutes from the Reno/Tahoe International Airport and six miles from world-renowned Lake Tahoe. With year-round recreation and state-of-the-art conference facilities, the Resort at Squaw Creek is an ideal all-season resort and certified conference destination offering affordable and customized group rates. MEETING SPACE The Resort at Squaw Creek is the only self-contained, all season resort and certified conference center in Lake Tahoe providing groups a balanced experience of living, learning, and leisure. The resort offers a full range of activities to enhance team-building and social interactions, which complement the business functions of any group. The resort boasts an IACC-accredited conference center with 33,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and conference space. With average summer temperatures in the 70s, the Resort at Squaw Creek is an appealing destination for meeting and conference guests. The flexible indoor ballrooms and conference areas can accommodate any range of functions, from executive working retreats, special events, or vendor exhibits to lavish parties. The resort's meeting services include state-of-the-art technological equipment with editing and production capabilities; professional conference planning; a full-service business center and audiovisual center; award-winning food and beverage F&B is a common abbreviation in the United States and Commonwealth countries, including Hong Kong. F&B is typically the widely accepted abbreviation for "Food and Beverage," which is the sector/industry that specializes in the conceptualization, the making of, and delivery of foods. ; and transportation. Enhanced by Summit Destination, a full-service on property Destination Management Company, meeting and travel planners can customize year-round destination programs designed to meet the specific needs of corporate and incentive groups as well as offer off-site events unique to Lake Tahoe. During the peak summer season, June through August, group rates start at $169 per room. SERVICES AND AMENITIES The Resort at Squaw Creek provides guests with phenomenal recreation and amenities in an unparalleled setting from skiing and snowboarding in the winter to championship golf in the spring and summer. During the winter, the resort's on-property chair lift offers tremendous convenience for those desiring quick ski-in/ski-out access to Squaw Valley USA's 4,000 acres of world-class terrain. Guests can experience the chance of a lifetime by taking a complimentary ski excursion with the resort's director of skiing, Olympian Franz Weber. In the summer, the resort transforms itself into nature's playground with a premier par-71, links-style golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones See: American TV writer Trent Jones Robert Trent Jones, Sr. (June 20, 1906 – June 14, 2000) was a golf course architect who designed (or re-designed) about 500 golf courses in at least 40 US states and 35 other countries all around the world. Jr., a natural blend of meadow and mountain settings. Stunning scenery provides the perfect backdrop for players. Outdoor enthusiasts can bike or hike on the endless paved and mountain trails in the Lake Tahoe area, kayak to Emerald Bay Bodies of water
SPA AT SQUAW CREEK The Spa at Squaw Creek is north Lake Tahoe's largest full-service spa for business and leisure travelers featuring eight massage rooms and two body treatment rooms. Guests can unwind in the spa's warming room before and after treatments while hydrating with freshly chilled cucumber or orange water and tea that promote overall health and wellness while enjoying the stunning views of the valley and mountainside. Guests can enjoy the resort's vast array of spa treatments including massage, body treatments, facial services, and a full-service salon. The popular Tahoe Hot Stone Massage Hot Stone Massage can be a dual purpose massage. Due to the heat of the stones, it is always a highly relaxing, stress reduction massage. The hardness of the stones allows the therapist to address specific problem areas with more detailed work or deeper pressure. is a favorite, where therapists' handpick hand·pick tr.v. hand·picked, hand·pick·ing, hand·picks 1. To gather or pick by hand. 2. To select personally. hand stones from the Tahoe region, heat them to a comfortable temperature and apply to the body. CUISINE The Resort at Squaw Creek offers guests an array of dining choices with five distinct restaurants from casual to fine dining including Glissandi featuring Four Diamond, award-winning gourmet California cuisine For the local cuisine of California, see cuisine of California. California Cuisine is a style of cuisine marked by an interest in "fusion"— integrating disparate cooking styles and ingredients— and is freshly prepared using local ingredients. with an extensive wine list or Ristorante Montagna's California-Italian cuisine. Cascades is the resort's premier family restaurant and features grand buffets while Bullwhacker's Pub is north Lake Tahoe's hottest sports bar with a wide selection of microbrews. Sweet Potatoes Deli provides gourmet coffees, light breakfasts, deli sandwiches, salads, and homemade soups. CONTRACT Greg Weinbender, Director of Group Sales Group sales Block sale (of large amounts) of securities to institutional investors. group sales The distribution of a new security issue to institutional clients. Phone: 800-3CREEK3 E-mail: info@squawcreek.com Web site: www.squawcreek.com Turn berry Isle Resort & Club AVENTURA, FLORIDA Aventura is a city located in northeastern Miami-Dade County, Florida. The city name is from the Spanish word for "adventure," and was named "Aventura" because that was the name of the original group of condominium developments in the area. A soothing retreat atmosphere draws guests from all over the world to Turnberry Isle Turnberry Isle is a luxury resort in the city of Aventura, Florida, which is near Miami. It features Robert Trent Jones golf courses, a spa, tennis facilities, an ocean club, and fine dining. Resort & Club. Secluded on 300 tropical acres is a stunning Mediterranean-style hotel with a total of 395 spacious guest rooms and suites, two Robert Trent Jones, Sr., 18-hole golf courses, two tennis clubs, a 117-slip marina for deep-sea fishing deep-sea fishing n → pesca d'alto mare and charter yachts, and a private Ocean Club on the Atlantic with a beautiful beach, pool, cabanas, and water sports water sports Urophilia, see there . Turnberry Isle's magnificent golf courses are championship quality. The South course measures 7,003 yards and the North Course is 6,403 yards; they are par 72 and 70 respectively. Four distinct tees challenge every level of golfer. Firm, green fairways, gracefully sculpted sculpt v. sculpt·ed, sculpt·ing, sculpts v.tr. 1. To sculpture (an object). 2. To shape, mold, or fashion especially with artistry or precision: bunkers, our signature 18th-hole "Island Green," and the scenic tropical surroundings distinguish Turnberry's golf courses. Turnberry Isle was named one of "The World's Top 100 Tennis Resorts" in 2001 by USA Today USA Today National U.S. daily general-interest newspaper, the first of its kind. Launched in 1982 by Allen Neuharth, head of the Gannett newspaper chain, it reached a circulation of one million within a year and surpassed two million in the 1990s. and received Golf Digest's "Top 10 Coastal Resorts (Mainland)." For the fitness conscious or the guest who loves to be pampered pam·per tr.v. pam·pered, pam·per·ing, pam·pers 1. To treat with excessive indulgence: pampered their child. 2. , there is The Spa at Turnberry. This state-of-art facility, created by famous spa designer Tag Galyean, will be a shining jewel in Turnberry's royal crown. The Spa's 25,000 square feet and three floors are connected through a grand spiral staircase spiral staircase n → escalera de caracol spiral staircase n → escalier m en colimaçon spiral staircase spiral n accented by a glass dome skylight. There are 27 treatment rooms in total, a 3,650-square-foot fitness center complete with aerobics studio, and weight and cardio rooms. With a diverse selection of restaurants from seaside casual to the award-winning Veranda Restaurant, dining at Turnberry has won rave reviews from guests and food critics alike. There are four restaurants and five lounges located throughout the property. This luxurious private resort is a tranquil oasis ideally located between two vibrant cities, Miami and Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale (lô`dərdāl), residential, commercial, and resort city (1990 pop. 149,377), seat of Broward co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic coast; settled around a fort built (c.1837) in the Seminole War, inc. 1911. . For easy access, the resort is 18 miles north of Miami International Airport Miami International Airport (IATA: MIA, ICAO: KMIA, FAA LID: MIA) is a public airport located eight miles (13 km) northwest of the central business district of Miami, in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. and 12 miles south of Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Turnberry Isle is convenient to many attractions--The Aventura Mall Aventura Mall is an upscale, enclosed shopping mall located in Aventura, Florida, a municipality of Miami-Dade County. It is the largest conventional shopping mall in Florida, having a gross leasable area of 2.4 million ft² (220,000 m²), three floors, and over 250 shops. , with over 250 specialty shops, the elegant Bal Harbour Shops Bal Harbour Shops, is an upscale open-air shopping mall located in Bal Harbour, Florida, a suburb of Miami, and Florida's most exclusive shopping destination. The mall is still one of the few remaining family-owned malls in the nation and boasts one of the most exclusive luxury , Gulfstream and Calder Race tracks, and Pro Player Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins and the Florida Marlins. The guest rooms have been designed with total luxury in mind, including: Italian marble, beautiful moldings, plush area rugs, terra cotta cot·ta n. pl. cot·tae or cot·tas A short surplice. [Medieval Latin, of Germanic origin.] floors, and blond wood furnishings that evoke the romance of a Mediterranean villa. The generously proportioned marble baths have oversized o·ver·size n. 1. A size that is larger than usual. 2. An oversize article or object. adj. o·ver·size also o·ver·sized Larger in size than usual or necessary. whirlpool tubs, separate shower stalls, weight scale, make-up mirror, thick white terry robes, and complimentary custom formulated skin and hair care products, plus 13" television and dual-line telephone. Turnberry Isle Resort & Club is a member of Leading Hotels of the World and is managed by the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) is a hotel management company which is part of Jardine Matheson Holdings Limited and is formally known as Mandarin Oriental International Limited. . CONTACT Gay Holden, National Sales Manager Phone: 305-932-6200 Fax: 305-933-3811 E-mail: gholden@turnberryisle.com Web site: www.mandarinoriental.com Portofino Bay Hotel ORLANDO, FLORIDA For centuries visitors have flocked to the famed seaside village of Portofino to experience the charm, the vitality, and the festive spirit of the Italian Riviera. Now you don't have to travel the ocean to experience la dolce vita -- "the sweet life" -- because it's been duplicated in detail at one of the world's most exciting meetings destinations. Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando[R], A Loews Hotel, is a stunning re-creation of its namesake village, authentic down to the cobblestone streets and outdoor cafes. Sun-washed stucco buildings surround a picturesque bay, where tiny fishing boats bob in the sparkling water. Winding staircases, indoor fountains, secluded courtyards, Italian opera music filling the air, and colorful trompe l'oeil paintings on the hotel's columns, pilasters, and moldings help to create the illusion that you've left Florida far behind for the shores of the Mediterranean. Named one of Travel & Leisure Magazine's Top 100 hotels in the United States and Canada for 2002 and a AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. Four Diamond Award[R] winner, Portofino Bay Hotel is Universal Orlando Resort's premier luxury hotel--an exceptional meetings venue offering superior Loews service, outstanding facilities, and world-class accommodations. The hotel offers 750 guest rooms, including 27 spacious suites. Each room is the epitome of European luxury with elegant furnishings, charming antiqued armoires, and custom-designed bathroom tiles imported from Italy, as well as standard amenities such as a refreshment pantry, coffee maker, and dual port telephone. Meeting planners will find an abundant 42,000 square feet of well-appointed and flexible meeting space, including the 15,000-square-foot Tuscan Ballroom, 7,670-square-foot Venetian Ballroom, six multipurpose mul·ti·pur·pose adj. Designed or used for several purposes: a multipurpose room; multipurpose software. multipurpose Adjective rooms, and an executive boardroom. All function rooms are designed to accommodate large-scale audiovisual productions and live presentations and are equipped with the latest interactive computer and telecommunications systems. Groups can utilize the hotel's many outdoor venues, from beautifully Landscaped courtyards to the scenic harborside piazza. Your attendees will find a wide range of recreation right on the hotel grounds. Guests can soak up the sunshine at three themed swimming pools, the largest featuring a sand beach and Roman aqueduct-themed water slide. Eight restaurants and lounges offer a feast of authentic Italian cuisine, from the casual family-style fare of Mama Della's Ristorante[SM] to the romantic elegance of Delfino Riviera[R], where strolling musicians serenade serenade [Ital. sera=evening], term used to designate several types of musical composition. Opera and song literature yield numerous examples of the serenade sung or played by a lover at night beneath his beloved's window; outstanding is you as you dine overlooking the spectacular Portofino Bay. The Greenhouse Spa at Portofino Bay is a world-class spa and fitness center where guests can enjoy everything from a seaweed wrap to a Swedish massage Swed·ish massage n. A system of therapeutic massage and exercise for the muscles and joints, developed in Sweden in the 19th century. . A selection of upscale shops and boutiques offer everything from fine art to the latest in European fashions. And what Italian village would be complete without a pair of bocce ball courts? The hotel also has special arrangements for tee times and discounted greens fees with a number of highly acclaimed nearby golf courses. Creatively themed events can also be held at the adjacent Universal Studios[R] and Universal's Islands of Adventure[R] theme parks, as well as at the Universal CityWalk[R] entertainment complex. From a real movie soundstage to a medieval village, from the jungles of Jurassic Park[R] to an array of themed nightclubs, you'll find the perfect setting for a once-in-a-lifetime event. Portofino Bay Hotel is just one of three magnificently themed, on-site hotels at Universal Orlando. Also located at the resort: the 650-room Hard Rock Hotel[R], featuring rock 'n' roll rock 'n' roll: see rock music. memorabilia, a sand beach pool with underwater music, and the Palm Restaurant; and the exotic new Royal Pacific Resort, A Loews Hotel, with 1,000 guest rooms and over 85,000 square feet of meeting and function space. All three hotels are conveniently located within walking distance of both theme parks and CityWalk[R], and the hotels are also connected by complimentary shuttle buses and water taxis. Hotel guests enjoy a variety of special theme park benefits, including priority restaurant seating, charging privileges with their hotel room key card, and Universal Express[SM] ride access at both parks. At Portofino Bay Hotel every day is a celebration of the robust and romantic lifestyle of Italy, creating an unforgettable setting for any sized meeting or event. With exceptional meeting facilities, superior service and accommodations, and all of Universal Orlando's recreation and entertainment options at your fingertips "Fingertips" is a 1963 number-one hit single recorded live by "Little" Stevie Wonder for Motown's Tamla label. Wonder's first hit single, "Fingertips" was the first live, non-studio recording to reach number-one on the Billboard Pop Singles chart in the United States. , there isn't another meeting destination like it in the universe. CONTACT Allison Frohmann-Bolanovich, Director of Resort Sales Phone: 407-224-6222 Fax: 407-224-5311 E-mail: meetings@universalorlando.com Web site: www.universalorlando.com The venetian resort hotel casino Las Vegas Located on the famed Las Vegas Strip The Las Vegas Strip (also known as The Strip) is a 4 mi (6.7 km) section of Las Vegas Boulevard South, most of which has been designated an All-American Road. , at the former site of the legendary Sands Hotel, The Venetian evokes Venice's historical art, architecture, and culture. Imagine Venice under a desert sky! Rated Four Diamond by AAA and Four Star by Exxon/Mobil Travel Guide, The Venetian currently offers guests 3,036 hotel suites, and was recognized by Guinness Book of World Records for having the largest standard accommodations in the world. In June 2003, The Venetian will open a new hotel tower and expanded convention space, making it the 3rd largest hotel in the world with 4,049 suites. An additional 150,000 square feet of meeting space brings the grand total to nearly 1.9 million square feet of meeting, convention, and exhibition space at The Venetial Congress Center and the Sands Expo Convention Center. When it comes to culture, The Venetian is home to the prestigious Guggenheim Hermitage Museum The Guggenheim Hermitage Museum is a museum in The Venetian, one of the world's largest hotels, in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was designed by Rem Koolhaas in 1980 [1] and opened in October 2001, and has added three more collections and exhibits since then. , nicknamed "the jewel box" for the collection of priceless artwork from the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is a nonprofit corporation founded in 1937 by philanthropist Solomon R. Guggenheim and artist Hilla von Rebay. Its primary accomplishment has been the construction of a number of international museums:
World's most prestigious honour in the field of architecture. Established through the philanthropic efforts of the Pritzkers, a prominent Chicago business family, the prize, first awarded in 1979, bestows an annual award of $100,000 on an for 2000. In keeping with the traditions of Venice, The Grand Canal Shoppes The Grand Canal Shoppes is a 500,000 sq ft shopping mall adjacent to The Venetian Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. The mall was opened along with the Venetian in 1999. combine shopping, entertainment, fine dining, and romance along the quarter-mite Grand Canal. Serenading gondoliers and cobblestone walkways are just some of the authentic Venetian details that redefine shopping at The Grand Canal Shoppes. Enjoy watching costumed street performers in between shopping at such fine stores as Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Jimmy Choo, and Mikimoto. After shopping, if you've worked up an appetite indulge your culinary desires at one of our 17 celebrity-owned restaurants. From Emeril Lagasse's enormously popular Delmonico Steakhouse, to Joachim Splichal's culinary masterpiece Pinot Brasserie bras·se·rie n. A restaurant serving alcoholic beverages, especially beer, as well as food. [French, from brasser, to malt, brew, from Old French bracier, from Vulgar Latin , and Wolfgang Puck's unforgettable Postrio--and that's just to name three! If you want to burn some calories after your meal, or simply unwind, the 65,000-square-foot Canyon Ranch[R] SpaClub[SM] is an oasis of rejuvenation Rejuvenation Aeson in extreme old age, restored to youth by Medea. [Rom. Myth.: LLEI, I: 322] apples of perpetual youth by tasting the golden apples kept by Idhunn, the gods preserved their youth. [Scand. Myth. and wellness and offers over 120 spa services, including everything you need to renew, relax, and re-energize. Escape the hectic pace of this non-stop city for several hours or more. One visit to Canyon Ranch and you'll understand why this is one of the most enriching experiences on the Las Vegas strip. Want a little excitement? The Venetian hosts the premier gaming facility in Las Vegas, the Doge's Palace, The lavish, 120,000-square-foot room is magnificently decorated with colorful hand-painted frescoes, marble floors, and plush furnishings--as well as a variety of gaming, from slots to table games. Though The Venetian is a triumph in recreating Venice, it is its own masterpiece, the very depiction of comfort and ease. The Venetian is an experience so perfect you'll want to come back for more! CONTACT Karen Law, Executive Director of Sales Phone: 702-414-4020, 888-2 VENICE Fax: 702-414-4549 E-mail: groupsales@venetian.com Web site: www.venetial.com Ponte Vedra Inn & Club PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA
Ponte Vedra Beach is an unincorporated seaside community 18 miles (29 km) southeast of downtown Jacksonville, Florida, near St. Augustine, Florida in St. Framed by graceful palms and rolling dunes, the oceanfront Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is nestled in the charming seaside village of Ponte Vedra Beach, just 20 miles southeast of Jacksonville, Florida. Since its celebrated opening in 1928, this AAA Five Diamond honored resort has served as host to some of the nation's most influential meetings and conventions. Ponte Vedra's stunning coastline is the dramatic backdrop for 221 luxurious rooms and suites. Each spacious room features king or queen bedding, cable TV, terry robes, hair dryers, honor bar, twice-daily maid service, complimentary morning newspaper, and a coffee maker. Ponte Vedra is the proud recipient of both the Gold Key Award and Pinnacle Awards for meetings excellence. More than 25,000 square feet of flexible function space (17 rooms) ideally suits groups from 10 to 450 people. Groups also enjoy access to the resort's 10-acre challenge course where more than two dozen elements combine to provide the very finest in team building. Ponte Vedra's three restaurants cater to a variety of tastes and moods. Popular group events include beachfront beach·front n. A strip of land facing or running along a beach. adj. Situated along or having direct access to a beach: beachfront hotels; beachfront property. Noun 1. cookouts, country and western-style jamborees, black tie affairs, and "Closest to the Hole" cocktail receptions. Recreational pleasures include 36 holes of golf; 15 tennis courts; pools; an expansive, oceanfront fitness center; and a luxury spa that routinely spoils guests. Additionally, biking, fishing, sailing, and horseback riding combine to create a year-round recreational paradise. CONTACT Tony Fitzjohn, Director, Group Sales Phone: 800-234-7842 Fax: 904-273-7757 E-mail: sales@pvresorts.com Web site: www.pvresorts.com Stein Eriksen Lodge PARK CITY, UTAH Park City is a city located in Summit County, Utah, United States. It is one of two major resort towns in Utah, the other being Moab. It is considered to be part of the Wasatch Back and a part of the Salt Lake City metropolitan area. Nestled in the aspens and pines of the serene Wasatch Mountains, the Five Diamond, Four Star Stein Eriksen Lodge is an idyllic refuge from the bustle of everyday Life. Providing guests with the ultimate year-round luxury destination, the Lodge offers world-class skiing during the winter and biking, golfing, horseback riding, shopping, swimming, tennis, and fishing during the summer. Groups of four to 400 can meet in the mountains at Stein Eriksen Lodge. The Olympic Conference Center features a magnificent 4,000-square-foot ballroom that can be converted into smaller breakout rooms. Three executive boardrooms are richly decorated for prestigious meetings of the minds. The complete business center offers an array of computer equipment, copiers, and fax machines. The Plaza Terrace, with lovely arbors and teak teak, tall deciduous tree (Tectona grandis) of the family Verbenaceae (verbena family), native to India and Malaysia but now widely cultivated in other tropical areas. furnishings, provides a memorable setting for weddings, receptions, and festive outdoor functions. The Spa at Stein Eriksen Lodge offers myriad single treatments or packages from body wraps and baths to facials and nail care. The Spa offers an outdoor heated pool, fitness center, wet and dry sauna, and whirlpool tubs. The Lodge has exceptional dining options from the Troll Hallen Lounge to the award-winning Glitretind Restaurant. Serving New American cuisine New American cuisine a term for upscale, contemporary cooking served primarily in restaurants in the United States. Combining flavors from America's melting pot with traditional techniques, New American cuisine includes ethnic twists on old standbys, Old World peasant dishes made with a European flair, the Glitretind is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as welt welt n. 1. A ridge or bump on the skin caused by a lash or blow or sometimes by an allergic reaction. 2. See wheal. as for the lavish Jazz Sunday Brunch, voted the best in Utah Utah, state, United States Utah (y  `tä'), Rocky Mt. state of the W United States. .
CONTACT Jan Raio, Director of Sales and Marketing Phone: 435-649-3700; 800-453-1302 Fax: 435-649-5825 E-mail: info@steinlodge.com Web site: www.steinlodge.com Mandalay Bay LAS VEGAS The Las Vegas Strip is known for its vibrant lights, stunning casinos, impressive hotels, and nightlife that never ends. Imagine having all that and more in one resort destination. Welcome to Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. This 3,220-room Luxury destination resort is set on 60 tropically themed acres on the Las Vegas Strip. It's mystical architecture and lush surroundings offer a unique and thrilling experience for every visitor. Located at the south end of the famous Las Vegas Strip, Mandalay Bay makes a big impression with its stunning surroundings, high-quality service, wide selection of dining options, and the sheer diversity of its facilities. From the quiet corners of the elegant conference facility to the funky sounds and flavors of the House of Blues House of Blues (HOB) is a chain of music halls and restaurants founded in 1992 by Hard Rock Cafe founder Isaac Tigrett and his friend and investor Dan Aykroyd. It is a home for live music and southern-inspired cuisine, whose clubs celebrate African-American culture, specifically , from the relaxing environs of the world-class Spa Mandalay to the sun and surf of our famous sand beach and wave pool--Mandalay Bay offers a complete destination for the active vacationer as well as the creative meeting planner. Ringing in the New Year, the Mandalay Bay opened its doors to welcome the first shows into the new Mandalay Bay Convention Center The Mandalay Bay Convention Center is one of the largest privately owned and operated convention centers in the world. The 1 million square foot facility is owned by MGM Mirage. It is attached to the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and adjacent to the Mandalay Bay Events Center. . The state-of-the-art, 1.8-million-square-foot convention center boasts the largest convention and meeting facility on the Las Vegas Strip. With nearly 1 million gross square feet of exhibit space; 137,000 gross square feet of meeting space; and a 100,000-square-foot Megaballroom, the largest pillarless hotel ballroom in the nation, Mandalay Bay offers a facility for every function. Standard guest rooms at Mandalay Bay average 515 square feet and feature an array of upscale amenities, including a work desk with dual-line telephone, lighted "his and hers" closets, a 27-inch television and floor-to-ceiling windows. Bathrooms are complete with soaking tub and separate shower, twin vanities, telephone, hair dryer, imported stone floors, and enclosed water closet. The resort's 436 suite rooms offer additional features and amenities. And in case you get hungry, 16 different restaurants offer world-class dining experiences--from the gourmet menu at Charlie Palmer's Aureole aureole, in physics aureole (ôr`ēōl'), in physics, luminous circle seen when the sun or other bright light is observed through a diffuse medium, i.e., smoke, thin cloud, fog, haze, or mist. to the Italian classics of Wolfgang Puck's Trattoria trat·to·ri·a n. pl. trat·to·ri·as or trat·to·ri·e An informal restaurant or tavern serving simple Italian dishes. [Italian, from trattore, host, from trattare del Lupo, from the traditional Mexican dishes from the Border Grill kitchen to the modern Asian classics of China Grill. Around every corner lie new flavors to taste and new experiences to savor. The House of Blues Theater plays host to a variety of performers, such as Bob Dylan, B.B. King, Guns N' Roses, and many others. Mandalay Bay also has three other lounges that offer nightly live music. Mandalay Bay is also home to Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay The Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay is a public aquarium located at and owned by the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Its main tank is 1.3 million gallons (4.9 million liters), the third largest in North America. . With more than 2,000 animals of more than 100 species, this one-of-a-kind aquarium takes visitors on a trip to an ancient jungle temple where crocodiles creep and lizards lurk. As visitors descend and the waters rise, sharks, rays, and jellyfish jellyfish, common name for the free-swimming stage (see polyp and medusa), of certain invertebrate animals of the phylum Cnidaria (the coelenterates). The body of a jellyfish is shaped like a bell or umbrella, with a clear, jellylike material filling most of the swim into view, culminating in a 1.3 million gallon exhibit filled with sharks up to 12-feet long. It is truly a must-see experience. Mandalay Bay's lush, 11-acre tropical water environment has been rated as one of the best resort pool areas in the world, and the world-class Spa Mandalay offers exercise and relaxation for those who prefer to relax away from the sun. Mandalay Bay offers everything a meeting professional could dream of for a first-class event. CONTACT Phone: 702-632-7500 Fax: 702-632-7515 Web site: www.mandalaybay.com |
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