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Half Moon - The Perfect Retreat for Golfers |
Wednesday, September 03 @ 14:09:09 EDT
 "Rose Hall, Jamaica (July 2008) With creative, affordable packages that combine challenging play with luxurious accommodations and amenities, Half Moon, Jamaica’s premier luxury resort, is offering golfers a tropical alternative for golf.
The resort’s award-winning, 18 hole par 72 championship course, which boasts expansive undulating greens, challenging drives, breathtaking vistas and demanding holes is the perfect haven for the most discerning golfer.
Golfers can take advantage of the ‘Total Golf Experience’ package- this includes golf greens fee, cart and caddy at the three Rose Hall Golf courses as well as accommodations, five-star dining, premium drinks, kayaks, paddle boats, lilos, unlimited use of tennis courts and fitness centre, round trip airport transfers in Montego Bay. Golfers also get the chance to play 54 holes at Half Moon, White Witch and Cinnamon Hill courses all in one vacation.
Half Moon also offers the “Meetings on the Green” package. With this package golfers can improve their golf game during a business conference with lessons. The group can also enjoy hosting a cocktail party of up to 50 people, a dinner of up to 24 people, or experience our night golf programme.
Children can also get in on the game with Half Moon’s special rate for young golfers. Children from nine to 16 years-of-age can tee off with a full paying adult for only $35 per round.
The newly incepted Half Moon Golf Academy adds another dimension for golf enthusiast. The academy offers a variety of instructional programmes specifically tailored to fit the individual needs of all golfers, from beginners to experienced professionals. Rates for individual lessons start as just US $100 per hour for adults and $50 per child for a one-hour junior clinic.
To book Half Moon’s Total Golf Experience or Meetings on the Green group packages please call 800-626-0592 or email groups@halfmoon.com.
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Hyatt Grants $500,000 to Support ASAE & The Center’s Diversity and Inclusion Initiative |
Wednesday, August 27 @ 13:03:15 EDT
"WASHINGTON, DC—ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership have recently received a $500,000 grant from Global Hyatt Corporation to assist with the launch of their Diversity and Inclusion Initiative. Over the next three years Hyatt’s contribution will directly support ASAE & The Center’s efforts to build their organizational capacity, as well as the learning and knowledge resources needed to support diversity and inclusion in associations and nonprofit organizations.
In 2007, ASAE & The Center’s Board of Directors approved a multi-year strategic plan, crafted by the organizations’ Diversity Committee, focused on diversity and inclusion in the association community. One aspect of the launch of ASAE & The Center’s Diversity and Inclusion Initiative will be a Diversity Summit to assist organization leaders with developing their diversity efforts, as well as to provide them with a forum for offering input about the types of support and services they need from ASAE & The Center in order to successfully sustain diversity and inclusion practices.
“As a leader in the association community, ASAE & The Center seek to model diversity and inclusion throughout our organizations as well as promote and support these ideals among other organizations and throughout our professional community,” said ASAE President and CEO John H. Graham IV, CAE.
One hundred diverse participants will attend the Diversity Summit in Baltimore, MD, December 10-11, 2008. Attendees will represent members of ASAE & The Center, diversity practitioners, board members, CEOs, allied societies, consultant members and other key stakeholders, ensuring that individuals from a spectrum of identity groups are represented and included.
“We want participants to walk away from the Summit with greater clarity about how to make their organizations more diverse and inclusive, feeling more connected to other organizational leaders doing similar kinds of work and having a forum for communicating directly with ASAE & The Center leadership about what they need from our organizations to support their efforts,” said Trish Kerlé, director of diversity and inclusion at ASAE & The Center.
Tangie Newborn, executive director and CEO of the Alliance for Nonprofit Management and chair of ASAE & The Center’s Diversity Committee added: “Diversity is a strategic priority for our organizations and the launch of our Diversity and Inclusion Initiative is just the beginning of our work in building a common purpose and shared commitment to develop a more diverse and inclusive association community.”
“Hyatt is committed to achieving true diversity and inclusion amongst our employees and business partners,” said Hyatt’s Vice President of Diversity, Salvador Mendoza. “We validate that commitment by being the first hotel partner to join ASAE & The Center in support of their new initiative to promote diversity and inclusion within the association community.”
Global Hyatt’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is evidenced by its focus on company-wide diversity initiatives with the goal of maintaining and enhancing Hyatt’s role as an employer of choice, business partner and community ally, Mendoza added.
Hyatt is recognized as a corporate leader in the area of diversity by organizations that measure and award corporations for their advancement and commitment to diverse communities.
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Amsterdam RAI Leading Environment Responsibility in Europe |
Wednesday, August 27 @ 13:02:32 EDT
"Amsterdam, The Netherlands - As the first convention and exhibition center in Europe, Amsterdam RAI has successfully passed the requirements for benchmarking and are recognized as a Green Globe Benchmarked Company. With this bronze benchmark, Amsterdam RAI is taking a leadership position for environmental responsibility in Europe’s Meetings, Incentives Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) market.
Amsterdam RAI has passed the requirements of a first-time benchmarking organization to become recognized as a Green Globe Benchmarked Convention Center. Based on benchmarks provided by other certified convention centers, the indicators Water Consumption and Waste Sent to Landfill are above the Best Practice level. Management and staff of Amsterdam RAI are very proud of their Bronze status and aim to upgrade the status to the Silver Level by the end of 2008.
Hans Bakker, President & CEO of Amsterdam RAI, says joining the Green Globe program is part of the organization’s overall strategy to increase the commitment to an environmental solution: “As the market continues to grow and expand in Europe and worldwide, convention centers are going to be judged on their ability to prove they have introduced methods to reduce their impact on the environment. The Green Globe program will provide Amsterdam RAI with documented and independent evidence of the contributions we have made to a global resolution for the problem.”
Amsterdam RAI aims to set itself apart as a socially responsible business. Besides the societal impact the RAI has always had on the city of Amsterdam, other aspects also play a part. The three P’s of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): People, planet and profit are very important to the RAI and part of the overall business strategy.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Brigitta Kroon-Fiorita at bkroon-fiorita@holland.com
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'Gateway to CEO' Contest Awards Millennials Face Time with AH&LA Board of Directors |
Wednesday, August 20 @ 09:55:07 EDT
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One Young Hospitality Professional’s Research Proposal to be Considered for National Implementation
Washington, August 19, 2008 — The American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AH&LA) new ‘Gateway to CEO’ contest, run by the association’s recently-launched Under 30 Gateway for young hospitality professionals, will afford one young industry employee the chance to present their proposal for the next big industry initiative to AH&LA’s board of directors, an audience of 83 C-level executives from all sectors of the lodging field. This marks the first time in its almost-100 year history that AH&LA’s board of directors will consider a research proposal from an emerging industry leader via a contest of this nature.
Under 30 Gateway members are encouraged to imagine taking on the role of the association’s CEO and outlining the industry’s next big initiative, research study, and/or event. In 1,000 words or less, entrants can explain why it’s important, associated research that needs to be conducted, how AH&LA’s resources could be used to execute this mission, as well as an anticipated outcome of such measures.
The winning proposal will be presented to the board during the next board of directors meeting on November 9, 2008, during the AH&LA Fall Conference held in conjunction with the International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show in New York City. The winning proposal will be considered for funding by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation and potentially implemented into AH&LA’s 2009 business plan. Prize package also covers transportation costs and accommodation for two nights in New York.
All entries must be received by September 30, 2008 and winners will be notified by October 15. More details are online at the Under 30 Gateway Website, and interested applicants can email Jessica Soklow at jsoklow@ahla.com with questions. All AH&LA Under 30 Gateway members are invited to submit a proposal and there is no application fee.
The Under 30 Gateway, AH&LA’s membership program designed to provide connectivity and career development opportunities to hospitality professionals under age 30, is free for association members who qualify based on age, $95/year for individual members. Other benefits of membership include access to a password-protected Website featuring professional development resources and interactive Q&As, mentorship and networking opportunities both online and in person, exclusive discounts on professional certifications from the AH&LA Educational Institute, and complimentary subscriptions to The Gate eNewsletter and Lodging magazine. For more information, visit the Under 30 Gateway member benefits webpage, or contact Jessica Soklow at jsoklow@ahla.com.
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Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Transforms the Hotel Lobby Experience with Microsoft Surface |
Wednesday, August 20 @ 09:46:52 EDT
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Sheraton Hotels in Five U.S. Cities Debut Microsoft Surface, Putting a Virtual Concierge and Unique Entertainment Experiences at Guests’ Fingertips
WHITE PLAINS, NY and REDMOND, WA – August 13, 2008 – Sheraton Hotels & Resorts and Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) today introduced an entirely new hotel guest experience with its debut of Microsoft Surface, Microsoft’s first commercially available surface computer. Featuring easy-to-use technology and a natural way of accessing information, Surface units will be placed in the lobbies of select Sheraton hotels in Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco and Seattle. Microsoft Surface breaks down the traditional barriers between people and technology, providing simple and instant access to information and entertainment. Sheraton will be the first hotel to offer Microsoft Surface, creating a new Sheraton brand experience that will bring interaction, connectivity and a social setting to the lobby, providing guests with an entirely new way to explore local tourist highlights and enhance their hotel stay.
Microsoft Surface is a 30-inch display in a table-like form factor that several guests can use simultaneously. The intuitive user interface works without a traditional mouse or keyboard, allowing people to interact with content and information in a more natural and familiar way, by using their hands and gestures. Sheraton will unveil Surface today at five hotels: Sheraton Boston Hotel, Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, Sheraton Gateway San Francisco Airport Hotel and Sheraton Seattle Hotel.
With each unit, Sheraton is offering a customized version of the Microsoft Surface developed suite of applications to provide entertainment and information about local attractions. Surface, and these unique applications, are designed to serve the needs of the brand’s core guests who are social individuals seeking to share the travel experience with each other. The placement of the Surface units in Sheraton lobbies enables guests to leverage and experience the offerings in a social way.
Three highlighted applications are:
CityTips® – At the guests’ fingertips are the Surface 360-degree satellite maps and tools to search for local restaurants and bars, entertainment, recreation, shopping, transportation and services, such as banks and pharmacies. Guests can discover all a city has to offer by simply moving their hands across Surface.
Sounds of Sheraton – Microsoft Surface also serves as a lobby-based digital jukebox, enabling guests to create personal music playlists by choosing selections from Sheraton’s exclusive offering of Sony BMG artists, including John Legend, Kenny Chesney and Lauryn Hill.
Sheraton Snapshots – Guests can explore Sheraton hotels and resorts throughout the world by simply browsing the Surface photo library of Sheraton resorts and hotel properties to help them plan for future business or leisure travel.
“Sheraton is redefining the hospitality experience by offering our guests technology that will allow them to interact with each other and our hotel in a revolutionary way,” said Hoyt H. Harper II, senior vice president for Sheraton. “We are proud to partner with Microsoft to offer the groundbreaking Microsoft Surface product, which will enable our guests to stay informed, connected and entertained while traveling.”
“We’re excited to be working with Sheraton in its efforts to feature innovation and redefine the guest experience in its hotel properties,” said Pete Thompson, general manager, Microsoft Surface. “Surface takes a common activity, such as looking up information about a local city, and transforms it into an intuitive and social way for hotel guests to plan their visit. We believe this is just the beginning of how Surface will completely change the hotel guest experience.”
Sheraton Locations Featuring Microsoft Surface
• Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers – 811 7th Avenue 53rd Street, New York
• Sheraton Boston Hotel – 39 Dalton St, Boston
• Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers – 301 East North Water Street, Chicago
• Sheraton Seattle Hotel – 1400 6th Ave, Seattle
• Sheraton Gateway San Francisco Airport Hotel – 600 Airport Boulevard, Burlingame
About Microsoft Surface
Microsoft Surface brings to life a whole new way to interact with information that engages the senses, improves collaboration and empowers consumers. By utilizing the best combination of connected software, services and hardware, Microsoft is at the forefront of developing surface computing products that push computing boundaries, deliver new experiences that break down barriers between users and technology, and provide new opportunities for companies to engage with people. More information can be found at http://www.surface.com.
About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
About Sheraton Hotels & Resorts
Helping guests make connections at more than 400 hotels in 75 countries around the world, Sheraton is revitalizing its iconic brand while continuing its aggressive international expansion by adding 54 hotels and 20,000 guestrooms by 2009. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 900 properties in more than 100 countries and 155,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched AloftSM, and ElementSM. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
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NYC Experience Packages |
Wednesday, August 13 @ 13:34:19 EDT
"WHITE PLAINS, NY – August 6, 2008 – Sheraton Hotels marquee New York City area hotels – Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers, Sheraton Manhattan at Times Square and Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center -- are inviting travelers to experience a new side of New York City with packages that showcase some of the most unique and undiscovered attractions in the city. Each experience, available now through December 30, 2008, is described in detail through a narrative video at www.starwoodpromos.com/experienceny.
Packages include:
Lower East Side Experience:
Take a step back in time to old New York and explore Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Tour the Lower East Side Tenement Museum and the surrounding neighborhood for a glimpse of 19th century immigration history. Package includes:
o $5 off general admission tour prices to the Tenement Museum
for up to 4 guests, as well as a 10% museum shop discount
o 20% discount to Il Laboratorio del Gelato
o Two round-trip MetroCards to ride the NYC subway
o Complimentary breakfast for two daily
o Two (2) round trip NJ Transit Train tickets into NYC (Only available at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center)
Brooklyn Experience:
With its arts and music, attractions and cuisine, Brooklyn is not to be missed when touring New York City. Package includes:
o Two Adult Brooklyn Passes.
o Two round-trip MetroCards to ride the NYC subway
South American Experience:
Experience New York City’s Argentinean influence through the joys of dance and cuisine. Take tango lessons at Triangulo Tango Studio, the only dance studio in New York dedicated exclusively to Argentine tango. Package includes:
o 50% off discount on your introductory tango lesson at Triangulo Tango Studio
o 15% off at Pasita Wine Bar specializing in South American cuisine.
o Complimentary breakfast for two daily
Staten Island Experience:
Ride the famous Staten Island Ferry for a majestic view of New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. Package includes:
o Staten Island Ferry schedule upon check-in
o Two round-trip MetroCards to ride the NYC subway (Not available at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center)
o Two round trip train tickets to NYC (Only available at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center)
o Complimentary upgrade to guestroom with view of New York City -- based on availability. (Only available at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center)
o Complimentary breakfast for two daily
Helping guests make connections at more than 400 hotels in 75 countries around the world, Sheraton is revitalizing its iconic brand while continuing its aggressive international expansion by adding 54 hotels and 20,000 guestrooms by 2009. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 900 properties in more than 100 countries and 155,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched AloftSM, and ElementSM. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
(Note: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities regulations. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or events and involve risks and uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated at the time the forward-looking statements are made. These risks and uncertainties are presented in detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Although we believe the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained or that results and events will not materially differ. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.)
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More Bang for your Buck from Ovation Global |
Wednesday, August 13 @ 13:30:35 EDT
"Ovation Global DMC knows how difficult it can be for your clients to consider Ireland for their upcoming Incentive Programs in spite of everything our wonderful country has to offer. And so, to allow Ireland to continue to be a winning choice for you, we have come up with some fantastic packages in celebrated 4* and 5* Killarney hotels with a guaranteed dollar rate for a 4 night program - we hope this demonstrates how much we would like to take care of you in Ireland. For more information, please click here."
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Kimpton Invites Groups to Pick-Your-Perks |
Wednesday, August 06 @ 15:29:43 EDT
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Revitalized Group Program Offers Affordable Solutions With Custom-Made Incentives
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announces a newly revamped “Pick-Your-Perks” meeting program, offering planners new ways to customize gatherings with creative perks and incentives with additional discounts to save on costs. Offered now through Dec. 31, 2008, this brand-wide promotion comes at a time when planners are looking to stretch event dollars and maximize value.
“Pick-Your-Perks” incentives include:
• All “Pick-Your-Perks” groups receive the following:
o 15 percent off the Best Available Rate
o 5 percent off the master account folio charges
o Creative meeting concept consultation
• Clients choose two of the following:
o 50 percent off meeting room rental
o 20 percent off audio/visual equipment
o Two VIP guestroom upgrades
o Welcome amenity for up to five VIP guests
o Complimentary weekend stay, given at group discretion for future stay
o Re-book another meeting and receive 20 percent off the Best Available Rate
• Meeting planners will receive the following, based upon revenue eligibility (or may choose to donate the value of the perk to a favorite charity):
o $100 American Express Gift Card (group revenue between $3,000 – 5,000)
o $200 American Express Gift Card (group revenue between $5,001 – 10,000)
o $500 American Express Gift Card (group revenue greater than $10,001)
“‘Pick-Your-Perks’ was an immediate success when we first introduced it in 2003,” said Christine Lawson, vice president of sales at Kimpton. “Now we are providing updated offerings for our group/meeting clients to have a successful event while being sensitive to costs in this dynamic environment. ‘Pick-Your-Perks’ is a smart way for budget-savvy planners to save and get more for their money.”
Most attractive discounts and personalized perks include 15 percent off the Best Available Rate, five percent off total bill, 20 percent off the next meeting booked and generous incentives such as a luxurious weekend getaway.
For more information about Kimpton’s “Pick-Your-Perks,” please visit www.KimptonHotels.com or call 1-800-KIMPTON.
ABOUT KIMPTON
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the first and leading collection of boutique hotels, throughout the United States and Canada. Founded in 1981 by Bill Kimpton, every Kimpton hotel features personalized guest services, comforting in-room amenities, specialty rooms and suites, and provides a range of exciting culinary experiences through affiliated top-rated destination chef-driven restaurants. Kimpton takes pride in its commitment to social responsibility and leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare programs. Privately held, Kimpton received the highest ranking in customer satisfaction scores by the Market Metrix Hospitality Index for the entire year of 2007, exceeding all other hotel companies, including those in both the luxury and upscale segment. Among the company’s newest properties are the Hotel Monaco Alexandria and Jackson 20 restaurant in Virginia, which opened in January 2008, and the Hotel Palomar Los Angeles in Westwood and the adjacent BLVD 16 restaurant. Additional projects are underway in Florida, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago and Virginia. For more information, please visit www.KimptonHotels.com or call 1-800-KIMPTON."
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Enhanced Online Membership Directory Connects ASAE & The Center Members |
Wednesday, July 30 @ 13:10:02 EDT
"WASHINGTON, DC—ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership have recently enhanced their online membership directory to include a professional networking tool. Each member has an ability to maintain a profile, complete with a picture, bio and list of recent activities as well as to network with fellow ASAE & The Center members, much like popular online networking sites Facebook and LinkedIn.
“Our mission at ASAE & The Center is to connect our members on multiple levels,” said President and CEO John H. Graham IV, CAE. “The enhanced membership directory does just that and is an easy tool for our members not just to list their contact information but also to connect with each other.”
Members who use the online directory can now also create and join groups to connect with other users who have similar interests. “This is a great way to reconnect with your old friends and colleagues before the 2008 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 16-19 in San Diego, CA,” added Graham.
The enhanced directory gives members 24/7 access to updated membership information. It provides greater search capabilities with an option for members to update information more frequently, keeping all contact information up to date.
“The online membership directory offers many new features for ASAE & The Center members to connect with fellow association professionals and industry partners,” said Peter Hutchins, vice president of knowledge initiatives at ASAE & The Center. “Our members now have a personal connection with fellow professionals and are able to connect with their colleagues easier than ever before.”
The online directory can be found at www.asaecenter.org/connect. For more information about the new membership directory, contact Amy Hissrich, director of knowledge initiatives at ASAE & The Center at ahissrich@asaecenter.org or 202-326-9532.
MEDIA CONTACT: Jakub M. Konysz, 202.626.2831, jkonysz@asaecenter.org "
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Orlando Celebrates Culinary Offerings with Special Value Program |
Wednesday, July 30 @ 13:02:11 EDT
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September's Magical Dining Month
More than 50 Restaurants Offer Three-Course $19 and $29 Dinners
ORLANDO, Fla. – In a city known for its theme parks, Orlando visitors can enjoy a month-long culinary thrill ride at top Central Florida restaurants. This September, the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (Orlando CVB) and event partner, SYSCO Central Florida, will hold the 3rd Annual "Orlando Magical Dining Month" to showcase Central Florida's ever-expanding dining universe.
From Sept. 1 – 30, 2008, more than 50 participating restaurants will offer three-course prix-fixe dinners for $19 or $29 (excluding beverage, tax and gratuity), allowing locals and visitors alike to enjoy exceptional values at some of Orlando's most popular restaurants.
"The dining scene has greatly evolved in Orlando and now is the #2 destination experience for Orlando visitors, just behind theme park attractions,"* said Gary C. Sain, president and CEO of the Orlando CVB. "There are a wide array of offerings at Orlando restaurants from celebrity chef-studded eateries and award-winning establishments to uniquely themed environments and a variety of international cuisine and trendy dining experiences. Orlando Magical Dining Month provides an opportunity to try all of these exceptional culinary experiences for a great value."
Orlando Magical Dining Month restaurants offer a wide variety of environments and cuisines including:
Emeril's Tchoup Chop – One of the world's most celebrated chefs, Emeril Lagasse, blends flavors of Asian and Polynesian cuisine incorporated with his signature bold "kick" of spice in an exotic Pacific Seas environment.
Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Restaurant – First introduced in Honolulu by James Beard-award winner, Chef Roy Yamaguchi, Roy's has become well-known throughout the world for its Hawaiian Fusion cuisine, featuring the freshest local ingredients, European sauces and bold Asian spices with a focus on seafood.
Graze Restaurant – Familiar American classics take on global tastes at this hot new restaurant, located in trendy Thornton Park. The modern bistro features whole and half orders of such favorites as sea scallops, elk rack, filet mignon, Maine lobster and braised buffalo short ribs.
The Oceanaire Seafood Room –This 1930s supper club-style restaurant features more than 25 types of seafood and shellfish flown in daily from around the world.
"Orlando Magical Dining Month has introduced us to some of our best and most devoted guests," said Chef Nicholas Shust of Emeril's Tchoup Chop. "The program gives both locals and those who dine with us while they are visiting Orlando a complete taste of our menu. It's a remarkable tool for hospitality and turning first time diners into loyal friends."
The wide range of participants include $29 restaurants such as: Emeril's Restaurant Orlando, BICE Ristorante, The Boheme, Tommy Bahama Tropical Cafe, Jeffery's Restaurant, Park Plaza Gardens and Fleming's Steakhouse and Wine Bar and $19 restaurants such as: Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Taverna Opa, Fifi's, NASCAR Sports Grille and B.B. King's Blues Club & Restaurant. More information about Orlando Magical Dining Month and participating establishments is available online at orlandomagicaldining.com.
Orlando Magical Dining Month kicks off three months of special events and offers as part of Orlando's "Endless Summer" campaign running August 15 – November 15. For information about "Endless Summer" and other vacation experiences in Orlando, to order a free vacation planning kit that includes a comprehensive Official Destination Guide and Orlando Preferred Visitor Magicard™ or to purchase vacation packages and discount attraction tickets, visitors can log onto Orlando's official Web site at visitorlando.com or call an Official Travel Counselor at 1-800-551-0181 (United States and Canada) or 407-363-5872. While in Orlando, visitors may stop by the Official Visitor Center located at 8723 International Drive, at the southeast corner of International Drive and Austrian Row, open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (closes at 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving, Dec. 24 and Dec. 31 and is closed Dec. 25)."
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