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Media Kit: Meetings Information

Sensational Setting For Spectacular Meetings

ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. -- Whether it's a Great Gatsby theme party in the rose-hued shadow of a towering 1920's mansion or a Beach Bingo Bash on Florida's whitest sugar beaches, props are rarely necessary at the Don CeSar Beach Resort, a Loews Hotel -- Florida's Legendary Pink Palace since 1928.

Poised on Pass-a-Grille Island between Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, the Don is "a natural" for spectacular parties and memorable meetings, with 40,400 square feet of function space complemented by the perfect combination of '20s style pampering, seaside elegance and the gracious charm of yesteryear.

The 5,400-square-foot multi-level Grand Ballroom, backdropped by the brilliant blue Gulf or Bay, features a pullout stage. Eight conference rooms and five outdoor waterside arenas accommodate groups desiring 900 to 8,400 square feet. In addition, seven boardrooms host high-powered executive meetings.

The fifth floor of the Don offers meeting planners "a world all their own," according to Lisa Spencer, director of group sales. The conference level provides groups with more than 15,000 total square feet of function space alone, all with a Bay or Gulf view.

"Our business center is on the same floor as the conference rooms which allows executives to sneak in "real" business between meeting sessions. The fifth floor level of the Don has a wonderfully tranquil view which, during stressful meetings, gives an aura of much needed relaxation. The Don thoughtfully accommodates all the needs of the business person," Spencer said.

To complement social functions, the inventive catering staff at the Don applies wild creativity to specialty parties such as a Great Gatsby Celebration with appearances by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Al Capone, and a '50s Beach Bash complete with rock 'n roll and beach games. Other signature events include Shipwrecked Survivors spread along the Gulfside boardwalk with bounties of shrimp, oysters, crab legs and other seafood-lover delights; International Intrigue with global treats and amusements from France, Mexico and China; and a Polynesian Luau celebrated with roasted pig, fire dancers and tiki torches. For team building, sand sculpture contests or executive beach Olympics are favorites.

A banquet kitchen hosts groups on champagne tours through the state-of-the-art facility. Complete with a glassed-in viewing area allowing on-lookers to view the pastry chef working in a climate-controlled booth on marble countertops, the culinary addition on the fifth floor creates decadent dishes for meeting guests to not only savor, but experience.

Enticements for group or spouse outings at the Don are endless in and around Tampa Bay. From sailing to a barrier island, natural wildlife refuge or confederate fort to trips to the Salvador Dali Museum or downtown shopping, all requests are met for fun-filled days and nights. Excursions to nearby attractions Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Walt Disney World, Cypress Gardens and Universal Studios are also magical pleasures.

A favorite among meeting guests is The Beach Club and Spa, the Don CeSar's full-service spa, specializing in thalassotherapy -- soothing sea extract treatments including sea spa polishes, spirulina body masques and refreshing body wraps.

The sister property of the Don is the Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar -- an all-suite, 70-room luxury property only a short, sandy stroll from the resort. Completing an extensive renovation in late 1999, including the addition of a gourmet market, the Beach House Suites is perfect for extended stays. Featuring a 525 square-foot conference room and a 4,000 square-foot deck for outdoor functions, the property, ideal for extended stays, also boasts that each suite has a private balcony with a Gulf view, a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, ice maker, coffee maker, microwave and range and washer and dryer. Beach House guests share privileges with the resort and enjoy registration at either property and complimentary transportation to and from the resort less than half a mile away.

The only historic beachfront resort poised along the Gulf of Mexico from the Keys of Florida to the tip of Texas, the Don CeSar presents 277 European-style rooms and 40 opulent suites, nearby golf, three restaurants, three lounges, a pampering Beach Club and Spa and much more.

For magnificent meetings in the shadow of Florida's Legendary Pink Palace, call the Don CeSar Beach Resort, a Loews Hotel at (800) 282-1116 or direct (727) 360-1881.

Year 2008
For More Media Information
Jamie Myette / Kerry Anne Watson
The Zimmerman Agency
(850) 668-2222
media@don-cesar.com


Releases Media Kit General Overview At A Glance Amenities The Boardwalk Beach House Culinary Delights Meetings Information Meeting Quotes & Kudos Weddings History Awards & Acclaims Quirks Quotes Bios Executive Chef Eric Neri Resources Image Library Archives News @lerts Search Contact Main Privacy Policy	Media Kit: Meetings Information Sensational Setting For Spectacular Meetings ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. -- Whether it's a Great Gatsby theme party in the rose-hued shadow of a towering 1920's mansion or a Beach Bingo Bash on Florida's whitest sugar beaches, props are rarely necessary at the Don CeSar Beach Resort, a Loews Hotel -- Florida's Legendary Pink Palace since 1928. Poised on Pass-a-Grille Island between Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, the Don is "a natural" for spectacular parties and memorable meetings, with 40,400 square feet of function space complemented by the perfect combination of '20s style pampering, seaside elegance and the gracious charm of yesteryear. The 5,400-square-foot multi-level Grand Ballroom, backdropped by the brilliant blue Gulf or Bay, features a pullout stage. Eight conference rooms and five outdoor waterside arenas accommodate groups desiring 900 to 8,400 square feet. In addition, seven boardrooms host high-powered executive meetings. The fifth floor of the Don offers meeting planners "a world all their own," according to Lisa Spencer, director of group sales. The conference level provides groups with more than 15,000 total square feet of function space alone, all with a Bay or Gulf view. "Our business center is on the same floor as the conference rooms which allows executives to sneak in "real" business between meeting sessions. The fifth floor level of the Don has a wonderfully tranquil view which, during stressful meetings, gives an aura of much needed relaxation. The Don thoughtfully accommodates all the needs of the business person," Spencer said. To complement social functions, the inventive catering staff at the Don applies wild creativity to specialty parties such as a Great Gatsby Celebration with appearances by F. Scott Fitzgerald and Al Capone, and a '50s Beach Bash complete with rock 'n roll and beach games. Other signature events include Shipwrecked Survivors spread along the Gulfside boardwalk with bounties of shrimp, oysters, crab legs and other seafood-lover delights; International Intrigue with global treats and amusements from France, Mexico and China; and a Polynesian Luau celebrated with roasted pig, fire dancers and tiki torches. For team building, sand sculpture contests or executive beach Olympics are favorites. A banquet kitchen hosts groups on champagne tours through the state-of-the-art facility. Complete with a glassed-in viewing area allowing on-lookers to view the pastry chef working in a climate-controlled booth on marble countertops, the culinary addition on the fifth floor creates decadent dishes for meeting guests to not only savor, but experience. Enticements for group or spouse outings at the Don are endless in and around Tampa Bay. From sailing to a barrier island, natural wildlife refuge or confederate fort to trips to the Salvador Dali Museum or downtown shopping, all requests are met for fun-filled days and nights. Excursions to nearby attractions Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Walt Disney World, Cypress Gardens and Universal Studios are also magical pleasures. A favorite among meeting guests is The Beach Club and Spa, the Don CeSar's full-service spa, specializing in thalassotherapy -- soothing sea extract treatments including sea spa polishes, spirulina body masques and refreshing body wraps. The sister property of the Don is the Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar -- an all-suite, 70-room luxury property only a short, sandy stroll from the resort. Completing an extensive renovation in late 1999, including the addition of a gourmet market, the Beach House Suites is perfect for extended stays. Featuring a 525 square-foot conference room and a 4,000 square-foot deck for outdoor functions, the property, ideal for extended stays, also boasts that each suite has a private balcony with a Gulf view, a fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, ice maker, coffee maker, microwave and range and washer and dryer. Beach House guests share privileges with the resort and enjoy registration at either property and complimentary transportation to and from the resort less than half a mile away. The only historic beachfront resort poised along the Gulf of Mexico from the Keys of Florida to the tip of Texas, the Don CeSar presents 277 European-style rooms and 40 opulent suites, nearby golf, three restaurants, three lounges, a pampering Beach Club and Spa and much more. For magnificent meetings in the shadow of Florida's Legendary Pink Palace, call the Don CeSar Beach Resort, a Loews Hotel at (800) 282-1116 or direct (727) 360-1881.
	Year 2008 For More Media Information Jamie Myette / Kerry Anne Watson The Zimmerman Agency (850) 668-2222 media@don-cesar.com