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resort showcase Pacific Palms Resort industry hills, california After its recent $60 million refurbishment, Pacific Palms is chic, stylish, and equipped to accommodate meeting groups from eight to 800 with every hightech bell and whistle—in an abundant 45,000 square feet of meeting and exhibition space. Located just 15 minutes from Los Angeles, this 650-acre hilltop resort complete with two championship golf courses offers a perfect combination of sophistication and get-awayfrom-it-all luxury. GUEST UNITS Pacific Palms’ just-renovated 292 guest rooms and suites earn points for their generous size. King-sized beds; separate seating areas; and in-room work stations complete with desk, ergonomic chair, and complimentary wireless Internet, match attendees’ wish lists. Colorful California design is complemented by granite bathroom surfaces, high-thread-count linens, thick bathrobes, and signature bath products. For quiet moments, attendees can step out onto their private balconies and enjoy sweeping views of the San Gabriel Mountains or the Anaheim Hills. The two, two-room Presidential Suites on the hotel’s top floors include a large living/dining area; a bath with spa tub, shower, and television; and a spacious balcony overlooking Pacific Palms’ renowned golf courses. DINING AND LOUNGES • Red—New, posh, and themed to the color, RED offers fine dining focusing on fresh ingredients. The fireside patio seating, overlooking Celebration Lake, is great for small group gatherings. • CIMA Restaurant—CIMA Restaurant invites groups to select from an array of Pacific fusion fare. The Saturday and Sunday evening “East Meets West Seafood Buffet” features grilled fish, sushi, tempura, dim sum, soba, and more. Groups can book the entire restaurant and may opt for outdoor dining on the deck. • St. Andrew’s Station—Attendees can enjoy sandwiches, burgers, and salads, while savoring the mountain view; a good venue for barbecues and SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION golf tournaments. • The Hot Spot—Uniting business communications with relaxation, this high-tech bistro lets attendees and other guests enjoy a cappuccino, margarita, merlot, or beer (among a host of other choices), along with such treats as tri-color tortillas and California rolls, while checking e-mail on their laptop or mobile device. RECREATION • Golf at The Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms, home to two challenging, top-level 18hole golf courses: - The par-72 Dwight D. Eisenhower course, rated four stars by Golf Digest, and a host to the U.S. Open Qualifying and the SCGA Amateur Qualifying Tournaments; fondly called the “Ike” by frequent players - The par-71 Babe Didrikson Zaharias Course (the “Babe”), known for narrow fairways and strategically placed bunkers; host to the California Women’s Championship - The 64-stall, two-tier driving range, illuminated for night play; its target green surrounded by bunkers and a lake, creates the illusion of a links course - PGA professional lessons available for meeting and incentive groups - Golf tournament packages for groups from eight to 400, including bag drop service, courtesy shuttles, and scoring • 17 lighted tennis courts • Hilltop guest pool and sauna • 15 miles of jogging trails • Fitness Center complete with treadmills, bikes, stairclimbers, and free weights • The Spa at Pacific Palms, with seven private treatment rooms, plus a relaxation room, sauna, and salon MEETING FACILITIES • More than 45,000 square feet of flexible meeting space • 11,000-square-foot Majestic Ballroom, divisible by five; hydraulic stage • 9,180 square-foot Colonial Terrace • 4,800 square-foot Colonial Ballroom • 32 meeting rooms on two levels • Special teambuilding programs available GETTING THERE Pacific Palms is 45 minutes to one hour from Los Angeles International Airport. CONTACT Brian Jago Dir. of Sales & Marketing (626) 854-2315 Fax: (626) 854-2305 E-mail: bjago@pacificpalmsresort.com www.pacificpalmsresort.com Great golf and generous meeting space help define this refurbished classic. May 19, 2008 33 http://www.pacificpalmsresort.com

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