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Remarkable $12.5 Million Renovation Lifts off at the Orlando Airport Marriott.


Special Thanksgiving and Holiday Rates From Only $119

ORLANDO, Fla. -- An extensive $12.5 million property renovation has been launched at the Orlando Airport Marriott, one of the city's premier business and convention destinations. The attention-grabbing transformation, slated for completion by January 2007, will encompass the electrifying e·lec·tri·fy  
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 makeover of the new signature "Great Room," formerly known as the hotel lobby, all 486-guestrooms, concierge rooms and lounge, ballrooms and fitness center. Enjoy special Thanksgiving and holiday rates from only $119 per room, per night, through January 1, 2007(a). "The contemporary themed dE[umlaut umlaut (m`lout) [Ger.,=transformed sound], in inflection, variation of vowels of the type of English man to men. ]cor and high-tech amenities will ensure that each guest is comfortable, resulting in increased work productivity while on the road," said General Manager, Roy Nassau. Owned by DiamondRock Hospitality Company and managed by Marriott International Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a worldwide operator and franchisor of a range of value and luxury hotels and related lodging facilities. Marriott currently has 2,300 accommodation properties in North America alone. , Inc., the property is exceptionally located, five minutes from the Orlando International Airport “KMCO” redirects here. For other uses, see KMCO (disambiguation).

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Orlando International Airport (IATA: MCO, ICAO: KMCO, FAA LID: MCO)[2]
, where complimentary shuttle service is provided, and just eleven miles from the 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.  and downtown Orlando Downtown Orlando, Florida is far removed from the famous attractions that draw tourists to the region.

There are several areas of downtown Orlando:
  • Uptown is bounded by Colonial Drive on the South and Lake Ivanhoe on the North.
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The creative new "Great Room" concept will showcase distinctive zones, strategically designed to accommodate globetrotting travelers who consistently transition from work, relaxing, socializing and play throughout the day. Sleep tight at night with the Revive([R]) bedding package incorporating plusher mattresses, softer sheets and more pillows, set amidst a backdrop of warm gold hues and striking red and burgundy accents. Soundproof sound·proof  
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Not penetrable by audible sound.



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 windows and cordless handset phones, complimented by richly appointed baths boasting new granite vanities, mirrors, spacious showers and enhanced lighting will surely enhance the overall guest room experience.

The latest addition to the 26,000 square-feet of flexible meeting space is the new 3,500 square-foot Capri Ballroom, featuring expansive French doors leading to a scenic outdoor patio, an ideal venue for a wedding reception or corporate meeting, while the Vista Jr. Ballrooms received stunning makeovers as well. Concierge Rooms will also be revamped and the lounge will debut flat panel televisions to catch the latest news or sports game A sports game is a computer or video game that simulates the playing of traditional sports. They are extremely popular, the genre including some of the best-selling games. .

Planners can finally work it all out in the newly expanded fitness center, featuring the latest equipment, or relax in the connecting indoor/outdoor pool or whirlpool spa. For information or to book a meeting, call 407-851-9000, or visit www.marriott.com/mcoap.

(a) Subject to availability and commissionable to travel agents.
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