Orlando-Area Hotel Celebrates Wedding Anniversaries With New Unforgettable Offer — A Free Night Stay!

Gaylord Palms is Anniversary Capital of Florida

Kissimmee, Fla.—( May 19, 2009 ) Married couples looking to spend an “unforgettable” anniversary getaway should look no further than KISSimmee, Florida, home to the iconic Gaylord Palms Hotel. Indeed, the hotel just got a bit more romantic for anniversary couples, with Gaylord Palms offering a free night stay, with the purchase of another during a couple’s anniversary month.

"We are working hard to put more ‘kiss’ in Kissimmee,” joked Kemp Gallineau, general manager. “And why not? After only seven years, we are already considered by many to be the anniversary celebration capital of the state of Florida.”

The destination exudes romance in its soaring 4.5-acre atrium, filled with picturesque walkways, quaint courtyards and memorable restaurants. In addition, the hotel is home to Relâche Spa, an outpost of the legendary destination spa.

“Our atrium is the perfect environment for a romantic walk,” said Gallineau. “Throughout the years, cupid has been spotted here on countless occasions.”

To add to the romance, anniversary guests can personalize their getaway with a customized congratulatory message on the giant atrium AstroVision screen, take advantage of preferred reservations at any of hotel’s restaurants, and have access to an Anniversary Concierge who can assist in creating the perfect romantic weekend.

The “Unforgettable Anniversary” getaway, with its free night stay offer, was recently launched at all four Gaylord hotels, including Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, Gaylord Texan in Dallas/Fort Worth, and Gaylord National, near Washington DC. (See website for details.)

"We are delighted to be extending a free night to those couples who want to share this special occasion with us," said Rich Maradik, chief marketing officer of Gaylord Hotels. "The extraordinary environments at each of our properties provide the perfect backdrop to escape, relax and rediscover one another."

The 2.1-million-square-foot hotel, located five minutes from the gates of Walt Disney World, is designed in the tradition of a grand 19th-century Florida seaside resort. The hotel’s appearance is distinct and completely themed to the Sunshine State, including the locales of St. Augustine, Key West, the Emerald Coast, Miami’s South Beach and the Everglades.

Each atrium reflects the architecture, natural resources, beauty, and personality of the destination. Standing tall inside the St. Augustine atrium is a reproduction of Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest Spanish fort in America. Guests can explore caves adjacent to the fort and encounter species of Florida turtles, and live gators. The focal point for the Key West atrium is a 60-foot sailboat in a 161,000-gallon indoor lagoon with live stingrays and Florida game fish. Every evening, the atrium is the setting of a sunset celebration reminiscent of Key West’s Mallory Square. In the Everglades, the mysterious “river of grass” comes to life with a mystical fog, magical “fireflies” and lush vegetation.

Several award-winning restaurants feature regional specialties, with locally grown ingredients to ensure a unique dining experience and lots of choices for that special anniversary dinner. And nightlife options are available to cap off the celebration, making for an unforgettable trip.

Gaylord Palms also features the adults-only South Beach pool, with its art deco styling, and is home to the Coquina Dunes recreation park, several lounges, shops and boutiques. To book an anniversary getaway, guests should call (407) 586-2000.

The "Unforgettable Anniversary" package applies through August 30, 2010, providing one complimentary night during a minimum two-night stay on a space-available basis during the guest's wedding anniversary month. A dated marriage certificate is required at check-in. For more details and booking information, visit www.gaylordhotels.com/anniversary

About Gaylord Palms
Gaylord Palms Hotel & Convention Center has gained the attention of the meeting and convention industry by providing world-class convention and leisure-focused amenities—all in one place. The award-winning Gaylord Palms is a Gaylord Hotels-branded property owned by Gaylord Entertainment (NYSE: GET), a leading hospitality and entertainment company based in Nashville, Tenn. For more information, visit www.gaylordpalms.com or www.gaylordentertainment.com.

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Media Contact: Keith Salwoski, (407) 586-0315, ksalwoski@gaylordhotels.com

Guest Information/Reservations: Gaylord Palms, (407) 586-2000; www.gaylordpalms.com