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Dolce to Reopen Former Ritz Lake Las Vegas
Dolce Hotels and Resorts has been selected by Village Hospitality to rebrand and manage the former Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas that closed last May.
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Robert Redford Unveils Conference Center
The new Redford Conference Center debuted at Robert Redford's Sundance Resort in Sundance, Utah., with environmentally friendly elements that include reclaimed barnwood and a geothermal heating and cooling system.
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Higher Hotel Rates Predicted for 2011
Higher rooms rates are looming on the horizon, according to a lodging industry forecast that predicts robust growth for 2011.
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AMEX Tracks Virtual Tech Impact
While acknowledging the need for face-to-face meetings, business travelers of all ages are embracing the use of virtual technology and other communication tools, according to a study of technology usage among business travelers and travel managers compiled by American Express Business Travel.
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| Northern Quest Resort & Casino |
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Northern Quest Resort & Casino is a 250-room premier destination resort near Spokane, Wash., with over 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting space that includes an 11,000-square-foot ballroom. The meeting space features state-of-the-art integrated technology and complimentary Wi-Fi with dedicated bandwidth, which is available to ensure maximum speed for great presentations. There is also a team of certified IT and audiovisual experts capable of assisting with complex requests. The resort includes a first-class casino, full-service luxury spa, world-class entertainment and 14 options for dining and nightlife.
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Washington
On Native Ground
By MARIA LENHART
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| Whether it means gathering in a ceremonial longhouse or at a AAA Four Diamond casino resort, Native American culture is a big and growing part of what meeting groups can experience in the Evergreen State. With a rich and varied heritage extending |
from the Coast Salish tribes of Puget Sound to the Plateau tribes of Eastern Washington, the state offers a variety of ways to explore the traditions of its first people.
Sophisticated new casino resorts are blending state-of-the-art meeting facilities with the chance to learn about Native American approaches to wellness, cuisine and the arts. Local museums and cultural attractions offer historical perspective as well as works and insights by contemporary artists, photographers and cultural interpreters.
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| Tulalip Resort Casino |
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Where Luxury Meets Fun! Tulalip Resort Casino features over 30,000 square feet of customized meeting and reception space surrounded by 370 luxurious rooms and suites, five restaurants, a world-class spa and casino excitement and entertainment that rivals La Vegas. Meetings and events always receive complimentary ceiling mounted LCD projectors and drop-down screens, valet parking, Wi-Fi in guest and meeting rooms and shuttle service to outlet shopping. |
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Book your meeting at sales@tulalipresort.com or call (360) 716-6570.
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Happenings – Washington
Seattle
The Washington State Convention Center recently opened The Conference Center (206.694.5000), a new high-end meeting facility. Adjacent to the existing convention center, the new facility features 71,000 square feet that can be configured into as many as 17 meeting rooms. The new meeting space connects to the convention center's existing 205,000 square feet.
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Short Takes
Museums & Attractions
Eureka, Nev.'s Eureka Opera House is offering groups an alternate setting for meetings. Though the facility itself is more than 120 years old, the space for conventions and meetings is new and can accommodate up to 200, including the Diamond and Prospect meeting rooms. The meeting rooms also serve as the fine arts gallery for the Opera House's permanent fine arts collection. Groups can also use the Grand Hall Auditorium, which can accommodate 275 theater style or 250 for banquets. Historic elements such as the original projectors from the early days of the silent movies, the first talkies' projector and a carbon-arc spotlight are on display. For more information, call 775.237.6006.
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