Black Meetings and Tourism

July / August 2016

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Mobile App, guests also enjoy exclusive access to an innovative jet lag tool, as well as sleep, nutrition and stress management pro- grams developed by Cleveland Clinic. The expansive, multi-level lobby has been spruced with a new layout and modern furnishings that create spaces to relax, collabo- rate with colleagues or socialize after hours. Contemporary con- veniences such as free Wi-Fi and wireless chargers provide a mobile workspace. Modeled after Marriott Hotels' Greatroom concept, the revamped space seamlessly transitions from the hec- tic pace of the workday to a vibrant and stylish lounge in the evening. The hotel's award-winning Atlanta Marriott Marquis meeting rooms feature new carpet throughout its 61 meeting rooms and 160,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. An increase in hotel-wide band- width now offers attendees more bandwidth than any meeting space in Atlanta. Meeting amenities include the signature on-site Red Coats to support every need as well as Red Coat Direct, Marriott's Meeting Services Application, giving meeting planners the ability to manage their event with the touch of a button. Ranked as one of Cvent's Top 100 U.S. Meeting Hotels, the Marquis has also earned the distinction as the only Gold Key Hall of Fame hotel in Georgia for 15 consecutive years, an accolade voted on by meeting planners throughout the U.S. For more information, visit www.atlantamarquis.com. B M & T ••• July/August 2016 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 10 As construction progresses on Mohegan Sun's 400-room, $130 million Earth Tower opening in fall 2016, Mohegan Sun announces a two year $50 million renovation project for the Sky Tower – the existing 1,200- room hotel that was introduced in 2002. Part of this initiative includes a multi-million dollar revamp and rebranding of the prop- erty's existing spa, com- bined with a complete- ly new Mandara Spa build out as part of the new Earth Tower. Continuously striving to offer guests the best amenities available, Mohegan Sun has announced the intro- duction of Victoria's Secret to The Shops at Mohegan Sun, three new dining offerings and exclusive hybrid fusion games. The Sky Renovation project, estimated at $50 million overall once completed, will encompass standard and junior suite room renovations including new carpeting, wall covers, casework furniture and fabrics. The rooms will also feature a brand new e-tray arrangement in lieu of a mini-bar, refrigerators, as well as an iPad, providing a multitude of services for guests including a compendium, thermostat adjustments, room service ordering and TV control. For guests' convenience, a motion detecting light will be installed under the end tables, and will turn on automatically once guests step out of bed. The hotel corridors and lobby furniture will also be updat- ed as part of the project. "At Mohegan Sun, we are committed to continuously provid- ing fresh and appealing offerings," says Ray Pineault, president & general manager of Mohegan Sun. "These enhancements are a few examples of our dedication to evolve and steadily exceed the expectations of our val- ued guests." Mohegan Sun is working with Steiner Leisure Limited to bring Mandara Spa to two separate locations on-property. Adding to the retail offerings, in addition to Victoria's Secret, Mohegan Sun welcomes The Art of Shaving, a premium barber spa and shop, and Tom's Urban, with an innovative travel inspired menu and over 40 beers on tap. More restaurant offerings will include a sit down waiter serviced Asian restaurant, ad Jumbo Oriental, which is set to open and features Chinese, Vietnamese, and Southern Asian offerings, infused with authentic flavors that melt deep into each dish. More information is available by calling (888) 226-7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Mohegan Sun's Sky Tower Hotel Room MOHEGAN SUN ANNOUNCES A $50 MILLION HOTEL RENOVATION AND ADDS MORE RETAIL, SPA, DINING AND GAMING OPTIONS

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