Meeting News - July 21, 2008 - (Page 32) new & renovated showcase Biltmore Coral Gables Miami, Florida An updated golf course complements the Biltmore’s endless beauty WHAT’S NEW Set on a 150-acre oasis of privacy and beauty, the Biltmore boasts AAA Four Diamond status, a lush tropical backdrop, and now, a $5 million restoration of its Donald Ross-designed golf course. Also new is The John Pallot Golf Academy, offering customized group programs, and the Biltmore’s clubhouse— overlooking the first tee and featuring renovated locker rooms, golf shop, bar, and restaurant. THE FLOOR PLAN •276 guest rooms, including a variety of suites •New king and queen beds with feather duvets •Signature robes and slippers for every guest •Deluxe rooms have separate sitting areas •Wired and wireless high-speed Internet access •24-hour concierge service MEETINGS BLUEPRINT •76,000 square feet of meeting space •Conference Center of the Americas offers 40,000 square feet of additional space, including 6,528-square-foot Country Club Ballroom, two ampitheaters, and 14 smaller meeting spaces •30,000 square feet of space, including twin 3,744-squarefoot ballrooms in special wing •Systems between meeting areas are compatible •Biltmore Interactive Cooking events are a highlight of innovative teambuilding activities ATTRACTIONS •23,000-square-foot pool, largest hotel swimming pool in country. Multi-tier waterfall and private poolside cabanas •6,700-yard, 18-hole, par-71 championship golf course •Renovated world-class spa, with spa suites for groups opening this year •Award-winning fitness center •10 lighted tennis courts suited for group tournaments •Shopping arcade •South Beach is minutes away DINING DELIGHTS •Palme d’Or restaurant acclaimed for French nouvelle cuisine •The Fontana has indoor and outdoor dining around Biltmore’s central fountain •Cascade Poolside Bar and Grill serves contemporary FrenchCaribbean and Spa Cuisine ON THE MAP The resort is located 10 minutes from Miami International Airport. CONTACT Joyce Gomez Director of Sales (305) 913-3100 E-mail: sales@biltmorehotel.com www.biltmorehotel.com RENOVATED The Big Day: November 2007 The Bottom Line: $40 million Luxury accommodations with 276 guestrooms and suites, 76,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting space including two state of the art amphitheatres, professional experienced conference management team, t ur n ke y in house c re ativ e d e s i gn , 1 8 hol e championship Donald Ross Golf Course, 12,000 sq foot world class spa and fitness center, tennis courts, highly acclaimed and award winning dinning. Bilt mor e aw aits to pla n you r e v e n t or m e e ti n g Call us today (800) 456-1926, (305) 913-3100 sales @b iltmorehotel.com G O L F / S PA / T E N N I S / F I T N E S S / F I N E D I N I N G 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables, Florida 33134 1.800.727.1926 BiltmoreHotel.com 32 July 21, 2008 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION http://www.biltmorehotel.com
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