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NEW WINTER WONDERLAND IS BUSTLING "CHRISTMAS CENTRAL"

Wonderland combines six popular "A Country Christmas" attractions in one convenient place

Nashville, Tenn.—( September 3, 2008 ) It is a wonderland of glistening Christmas trees with dangling prizes; gingerbread houses dripping with icing; treasures for shoppers to hide or to share; and a train to show kids that Santa is near. All of these holiday delights and even a hot cocoa station are together this year in one convenient location at Gaylord Opryland's new Winter Wonderland; a part of the 25th Anniversary of the world-famous A Country Christmas celebration.

The special features of Winter Wonderland include:

Hall of Trees
Gingerbread Corners
Treasures for the Holidays Crafts Show
Photos with Santa
ACC Express train ride
Cocoa Station

Hall of Trees. Back for its second year after a huge inaugural success, the charity-driven Hall of Trees is not only dazzling to see, it is a place where Christmas spirit can branch out beyond the baubles. Hall of Trees is a display of spectacularly decorated Christmas trees that are sponsored, decorated and filled with exciting prizes by a business, celebrity or organization. Each tree is tied to a designated charity. Visitors can donate dollars to vote on their favorite trees while touring the hall and, throughout the season, the trees and their prizes are posted in an online auction for bidding. Last year, Hall of Trees raised tens of thousands of dollars for charities such as The American Cancer Society, Nashville Alliance for Public Education and the Nashville Songwriters Association International. Hall of Trees opens Nov. 23, 2008. Admission costs $6. The web site for bidding on the trees will be posted on www.ChristmasatGaylordOpryland.com.

Gingerbread Corner. Candy canes and gumdrops; chocolate squares and lollipops; don't forget royal frosting as the glue. A fun and interactive experience for all ages can be found at Gingerbread Corner, where Christmas elves teach guests how to decorate miniature gingerbread house ornaments and cookies that can be taken home as souvenirs. Admission is $12 per guest.

Treasures for the Holidays Craft Show. Always a favorite, this craft show features a variety of hand-made and novelty gifts, ranging from candles and jewelry to clothing, artwork and food from more than 80 vendors from the United States, Canada and the Ukraine. The show opens in the Winder Wonderland area Nov. 22, 2008. Admission is $5.

Photos with Santa; ACC Express; Cocoa Station. This year, Santa's fans don't have to go far to find him. He'll be right inside Winter Wonderland ready to hear every detail a child wishes to whisper at Photos with Santa. Other special features in Winter Wonderland include the new A Country Christmas Express, a children's train designed for smiles. And that famous A Country Christmas hot chocolate will be waiting to warm visitors at the train's Cocoa Station. These attractions open Nov. 22, with the exception of Santa who arrives Nov. 28, 2008.

Winter Wonderland is located in Gaylord Opryland Convention Centers downstairs Ryman Exhibit Halls.

View photos of some of these attractions.

Also included in this year's "A Country Christmas" is ICE! featuring How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss, the only attraction like it in the country. From the Grinch's frozen mountaintop lair to the interactive slides and surprises, this life-sized story told in ice will make even the coldest of hearts grow three sizes. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the world-famous Radio City Rockettes is back at the Grand Ole Opry House with dazzling costumes, brilliant choreography and favorite scenes, such as the "Living Nativity" and the "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers."

There is also Louise Mandrell's "Joy to the World" Christmas Dinner & Show which runs Nov. 15 through Dec. 25, 2008. This traditional holiday production features the multi-talented Mandrell and her band as they bring a combination of lively Christmas music, dancing, and comedy to the stage in an instrumental journey around the world. The new menu, created by Gaylord Opryland's award-winning chefs, includes traditional trimmings and hearty comfort food served family style. And, don't forget two new holiday shows onboard the General Jackson Showboat.

To make reservations for any "A Country Christmas" shows or attractions or to book a value vacation package for Christmas, please visit www.ChristmasatGaylordOpryland.com or call 1-888-999-OPRY (6779).

ABOUT "A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS"

Gaylord Opryland's A Country Christmas® presented by Nissan is proud to present ICE!™ , featuring How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss. This is the Only SHOW like it in the USA! From the Grinch's frozen mountain top lair, to the interactive slides and surprises, this life-sized story told in ice will make even the coldest of hearts grow three sizes. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular®, starring the world-famous Radio City Rockettes® is back with dazzling costumes, brilliant choreography and favorite scenes, such as the "Living Nativity" and the "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers." There's Louise Mandrell's' Joy to the World' Christmas Dinner & Show, the General Jackson® Showboat, Treasures For The Holidays Craft Show; Santa's E-mail; Carriage Rides; Photos with Santa; Brightest Star Fountain Show; Hall of Trees and nearly two million Christmas lights. It's everything Christmas and all at Gaylord Opryland®.