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11 B M & T ••• July/August 2015 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com S etting a new standard for poolside pamper- ing, Sky Suites at ARIA Resort & Casino unveils Sky Pool, an upscale exclusive pool specially designed for discerning guests. The oasis ele- vates the luxury pool experience with personalized services such as a private guest entrance, complimen- tary refreshments, luxurious amenities and more. "We designed Sky Pool to be a private retreat for our Sky Suites gue sts," said Shannon McCallum, executive director of hotel operations of ARIA. "We've gone to great lengths to ensure that the impeccable service and luxurious amenities our val- ued guests have come to expect will be exceeded." After entering via a dedicated walkway, guests are immersed in the seclud- ed area surrounded by serene palm trees and lush landscaping. The lavish hideaway, washed in splashes of periwinkle and soft yellow, offers sun wor- shippers 125 single and 15 double chaise lounge chairs as well as five daybeds for those looking for a more spacious area to relax. Exemplifying the modern luxury for which ARIA is known, guests can enjoy unexpected indulgences every 90 minutes including complimentary signature iced teas, chilled towels, smoothie shots and more. The exclusive Sky Pool menu entices guests with refreshing cocktails and flavorful dishes. For those looking for a little extra pampering, the outdoor utopia offers poolside back and foot massages from the expertly trained specialists of The Spa at ARIA. Treatments include "Beat the Heat" which utilizes cold mar- ble stones to help sunbathers stay cool under the rays of the Las Vegas sun. For a more secluded escape, guests can re serve one of eight cabanas complete with comfortable chairs, flat screen TVs and curtains that can be kept closed for privacy or thrown open to allow cooling breezes to circulate through the space. A selection of menu items can be enjoyed on the con- venient dining table including high-end cheese and fruit platters, all deliv- ered by a dedicated cabana attendant. Sky Pool is open daily and hours will vary seasonally. For more informa- tion please visit ariaskysuites.com or call (702) 590-9549. ARIA Resort & Casino ARIA Resort & Casino is a stunning AAA Five Diamond resort on the Las Vegas Strip featuring spectacular amenities, high-end service, premium meeting and convention space, striking architecture and sus- tainable design. Combined with its unparalleled offerings including the luxurious Shops at Crystals and the first-of-its-kind public Fine Art Collection, ARIA introduces a new generation of resort experiences, unlike anything Las Vegas has ever seen. ARIA and its neighboring properties within CityCenter are a joint venture between MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and Infinity World Development Corp, a subsidiary of Dubai World. For more informa- tion and reservations, visit ARIA.com or call toll free at (866) 359-7757; also find ARIA on Facebook and Twitter. – SKY SUITES AT ARIA INTRODUCES PRIVATE LUXURY POOL – DINING New dining options include (Edison, Sprinkles, Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza, Vivoli Gelateria and Tea Traders Café by Joffrey's. Nine venues have opened over the past few months at Disney Springs including The BOATHOUSE, Erwin Pearl, APEX by Sunglass Hut, Chapel Hats, Art of Shaving, Sanuk, Sound Lion, havaianas and Erin McKenna's Bakery NYC. Recently announced and opening in Fall 2015 are Morimoto Asia, STK Orlando and Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar, while existing Downtown Disney properties Paradiso 37 and Planet Hollywood are making significant investments and upgrades.