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Gansevoort Hotel Group and David Tutera, Inc. Join Forces to Create Chic and Elegant Events from New York to Turks and Caicos

The stylish hotel brand and celebrity event planner will partner to bring extraordinary events to life.

Gansevoort Hotel Group (GHG) and David Tutera, Inc. announce a partnership in which Tutera will be the hotel group's preferred event planning partner. David Tutera, Inc. is the choice vendor for planning, production, floral services, and design for events at Gansevoort Hotel Group properties. GHG's locations in New York City's Meatpacking District and Park Avenue, Miami, and Turks and Caicos, are the preferred venues for weddings and events contracted by David Tutera.

Gansevoort Hotel Group, LLC (GHG) developed the first urban resort in New York City and the first luxury hotel in the Meatpacking District in 2004 with the opening of Hotel Gansevoort. The brand expanded with locations in Miami, Turks and Caicos and the soon to open on New York's Park Avenue.  All venues have exceptional space, including ballrooms in New York and Miami, to accommodate events ranging from intimate to over 500 attendees. Guests can say "I Do" on the beaches of Providenciales, celebrate with friends under the Miami sun, or host a poolside rooftop gathering high above New York City. Each Gansevoort hotel offers everything guests need under one roof, including hi-tech amenities, stylish accommodations, full-service spas, signature pools, five-star service, and destination lounges.

David Tutera is an award-winning wedding expert, star of "My Fair Wedding" on WEtv,  and principal of David Tutera, Inc. Tutera was named "Best Celebrity Wedding Planner" by Life & Style Magazine  and has planned events for over 20 years to impressive clients including Jennifer Lopez and Elton John. Tutera has created a name for himself by taking his passion for designing spectacular events and transforming it into a lifestyle.  His imagination will translate to innovative events at GHG properties as he continues to be at the forefront of trends in the entertaining business.

About Gansevoort Hotel Group
GHG, the developers of the flagship Hotel Gansevoort in New York City, is led by William and Michael Achenbaum and partner Arik Kislin.  Their second hotel, Gansevoort South in Miami, opened in early 2008 they manage a third hotel property, Gansevoort Turks and Caicos, which opened in April 2009. A fourth property, Gansevoort Park will open in New York City in Summer 2010. GHG specializes in full-service urban and lifestyle resorts that redefine the contemporary hotel experience. For more information, please visit our website.

About David Tutera, Inc.
David Tutera Inc. is an award winning company built from experience, dedication and Tutera's natural talent for transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. His name has become synonymous with style, elegance, creativity and vision.   Tutera has been honored by Modern Bride magazine as one of the Top 25 Trendsetters of the Year. Tutera has ventured into all facets of event planning, including: opening STEM by David Tutera, a full service retail floral and gift boutique on Spice Road at Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City; will launch David Tutera By Faviana, a line of luxurious wedding gowns inspired by celebrity red carpet fashions, in February 2010; and has authored several books on event planning.

Bridal Couples Hosting a Wedding Reception at a Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Atlanta May Enjoy a Complimentary Caribbean Honeymoon *

Bridal couples celebrating their wedding with a reception at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta (Downtown) or The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead in 2010 or 2011 may enjoy a complimentary five-night honeymoon stay at a Ritz-Carlton resort in the Caribbean by signing a qualifying contract by March 31, 2010.*

The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of Atlanta set the standard for romantic elegance, creating unforgettable wedding and reception experiences. The hotels’ wedding experts and culinary teams specialize in managing details with great precision and creating magnificent dining presentations. After the wedding reception, discover a Ritz-Carlton resort in the Caribbean, where sparkling blue waters blend seamlessly with the sand and sky offering a memorable and luxurious honeymoon.

* A catering contract with a $25,000 food and beverage minimum must be signed by March 31, 2010 for receptions held in 2010 and 2011 at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta or The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead. Five-night stay is for a complimentary deluxe room at a Ritz-Carlton resort in Grand Cayman, St. Thomas, Cancun, Jamaica or San Juan, and does not include food and beverage. Blackout dates apply. Does not apply to previously signed contracts.

For details, and to plan a wedding reception at The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of Atlanta, please contact Robin Kreitner at (770) 619-5227 or via email, for The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead, please contact Adrienne McGrady at (404) 495-2684 or via email.

The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta is a luxurious oasis in the heart of the city with new transitional interior design and a splash of glamour. For room reservations, please call the hotel at (404) 659-0400 or click here to visit the website. The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead is located in fashionable uptown Atlanta, the city’s most prestigious residential neighborhood. For room reservations, please call the hotel at (404) 237-2700 or visit our website. Please call (800) 241-3333 toll free for either hotel.

Environmentally-Friendly Package Includes Plant-able and Compostable Reception Decor, Organic Wedding Cake, and Linens Woven from Recycled Plastic Material

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte has unveiled a new Green wedding package designed to add environmental mindfulness to the wedding experience and become a keystone of the hotel’s eco-friendly practices.

Something Green takes advantage of the Charlotte area's rich bounty of culinary products while also responding to marrying couples’ interest in creating environmentally-responsible receptions. The package ensures that reception flowers and keepsakes do not become wasted resources, and it includes table linens made of fabric derived from recycled plastic bottle materials, centerpieces placed in compostable papier mch containers, and take-home gifts of plant-able herb gardens.

Priced at $189 per person, Something Green at the Ritz-Carlon, Charlotte Includes:

Reduced, Reused and Recycled Reception Decor
• Locally-Grown Foliage, Herbs and Flowers
• Natural Papier Mulch Centerpiece Containers {centerpieces may be replanted, composted or donated to the bride's choice of a local hospital or non-profit following the reception}
• Choice of Ivory or Gold Table Linen made from 100% Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
• Plant-able Herb Garden Favor for Each Guest

Fresh and Organic Reception Dining*
• Organic Beverage Selections -- Four-Hour Organic Open Bar featuring:
Juniper Green Gin, Crop Vodka, Mt. Gay Pagayo, 4 Copa Tequila, Bonterra Chardonnay and Bonterra "The McNab" Cabernet Sauvignon
• Farm-Fresh Hors d’Oeuvres and Green Salad
• Local and Organic Entree
Meyer's All Natural Filet Mignon, North Carolina Sweet Potato Dauphinoise, Jumbo Asparagus, Organic Carrot Pure, Red Wine Jus
• Classic Organic Wedding Cake with House-Made Jams

* The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte donates unused food to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte offers multiple wedding and reception settings, dinner seating for up to 480 guests, a spectacular grand staircase for bridal entrances, and a wedding cake program heralded for its contemporary taste and design. Wedding inquiries may be directed to 704-972-4452.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
An eco-focused rarity among luxury hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte offers 146 guest accommodations delivering highly-advanced technological and environmental features, and an array of innovative travel conveniences. The 18-story hotel features a 13,000-square-foot bi-level penthouse Wellness Center, fitness center and saline-treated swimming pool, and 14,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art meeting and wedding space. Dining highlights include the Lobby Lounge’s regional and organic culinary choices and signature martinis, cocktails, wines, coffees and flavored ice teas, while a street-side BLT Steak offers prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, a wide variety of tempting side dishes, and classic American dessert favorites. Located seven miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the hotel enjoys a walkable setting moments from Uptown Charlotte’s favorite sights, sounds, businesses and attractions. For reservations, visit our website, call 800.241.3333, or contact a travel professional. Located at 201 East Trade Street in uptown Charlotte, The Ritz-Carlton may be reached directly at 704.547.2244.

One Atlantic, The First Over-Water, Independent Event Venue in Atlantic City, Open it's Doors as the Region's Premier Events Space

The partners of One Atlantic are proud to announce that One Atlantic, a dramatic, upscale venue for extraordinary events, is officially open. The venue stands atop the Pier Shops at Caesars in Atlantic City and is the area’s only over-water, independent (non-casino) event space.

One Atlantic extends 100 yards out over and 80 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Taking full advantage of its unique location, the concept is sweepingly elegant with floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic views of the beach, boardwalk and ocean and creating an alluring setting for corporate galas, weddings and social events such as bar/bat mitzvahs. One Atlantic will offer full-service planning and production services to make events as seamless and turnkey as possible for clientele. 

The venue is the only major opening in Atlantic City this year and stands as a bright spot for the region’s events business leading into 2010. As the venue was being constructed, One Atlantic booked more than 60 events for next year, a testament to the excitement and interest the venue is already drawing among meeting planners, newlyweds-to-be and others organizing events.

The contemporary design features 10,000 square feet of integrated event space and a 2,000-square-foot outdoor terrace. The space’s flexibility will allow for a broad range of set-ups, accommodating everything from cocktail receptions for 1,000 and 500-person banquets to intimate gatherings for as few as 20.

Aside from its unique location, One Atlantic has another distinct advantage - cuisine. Led by partner and master caterer Jon Weinrott, founder of the renowned Philadelphia-based catering company Peachtree & Ward, the venue is placing a particular emphasis on the inventiveness and quality of culinary experiences with personal touches. For example, the venue offers a “100-mile menu” where all foods served at an event come from no further than 100 miles, thus promoting both eco-consciousness and locavorism. The inspired offerings will be complemented by special signature elements including flavored sea salts for both food and cocktails as well as delectable sea-salted chocolates. Both invoke One Atlantic’s stunning ocean setting.

Gourmet custom catering will include special menus for Kosher, international, organic and vegetarian preferences, and is complemented by the services of an award-winning mixologist who can create custom cocktails for any event. Bar offerings will include fresh-squeezed juices, micro-brews, private label wines and custom-infused liquors. The services of an expert sommelier will be available to hand-pick the perfect wines for any menu.

Reservations are now being accepted for all dates.

For further information, see One Atlantic Events.  To speak with someone personally regarding questions or to make reservations, please call 609-343-9902 or email.

About One Atlantic:
One Atlantic is the region’s only independent, fully over-water event venue, stretching 100 yards into the Atlantic Ocean. One Atlantic features ocean views from every room in its 10,000 square feet of interior event space and 2,000-square-foot outdoor terrace. The venue will be the premier space for social events of all genres – including weddings, corporate functions and charity galas – with a special emphasis on exemplary cuisine.

EPIC, Kimpton’s new lifestyle, waterfront boutique hotel in downtown Miami, is known for its intimate meeting space and personalized service.  For groups seeking a unique location for meetings and events, EPIC’s private marina offers charter departures directly from the hotel, where guests will be able to enjoy Miami’s surrounding waterways.  Companies and organizations can host unconventional meetings aboard a yacht from the marina, as well as one-of-a-kind yacht parties, receptions and events.  Deep-sea fishing trips and intra-coastal waterway tours can also be arranged.
 
Situated where Biscayne Bay meets the Miami River, EPIC offers direct marina service, allowing guests an easy means of arriving, docking and departing directly from EPIC when traveling by boat or charter.
 
EPIC’s private marina offers 900 linear feet, enough to accommodate several major vessels at one time, in addition to a full range of marina services, including dockage and maintenance (fueling services not available).  For day visitors, sea-goers can dock their watercraft at EPIC and enjoy a meal at Area 31, EPIC’s restaurant on the 16th floor offering premium seafood with a Mediterranean influence, or a cocktail at River Lounge, the hotel’s new waterfront lounge located steps from the marina. 

Managed by Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, EPIC is a new lifestyle, waterfront boutique hotel located at the edge of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay.  EPIC combines the timeless style of a cosmopolitan boutique hotel with the amenities of a resort to create a sophisticated recreation oasis for guests amidst the energy and pulse of Miami.
 
EPIC is located at 270 Biscayne Blvd Way.  For more information on the hotel and reservations, please call (866) 760-3742 or (305) 424-5226 or visit EPIC Hotel.