Hotel to Host Opening Reception With the Artist on June 6

WHAT: The Umstead Hotel and Spa’s art gallery will soon host an impressive collection of Clem Bedwell paintings entitled “Watershed.” The show will feature original works by the Alabama artist from June 6-Sept. 30, 2013.

A complimentary public reception will be held June 6 to introduce local patrons to the artist.

Bedwells’ work pulls inspiration from the every day, but transforms the space to beyond the extraordinary by creating complex imaging subdued by simplistic elegance. His work is currently a part of The Umstead’s permanent art collection, and pieces from the “Watershed” exhibit will be available for sale through The Umstead gift shop.

WHEN: Thursday, June 6, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

WHERE: The Umstead Hotel and Spa

100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, N.C.

www.theumstead.com

ABOUT: The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a singular, sophisticated triumph in North Carolina’s northeastern Piedmont region, an area rich in beauty and rooted in innovation. The state’s most highly rated hotel, it boasts stunning interiors punctuated with privately curated fine art, 150 spacious guest rooms and suites, world-class cuisine, a stimulating spa, gracious staff, and a serene woodland setting. The Umstead is a recipient of both the AAA Five Diamond award and Forbes Five Star rating. For more information, visit www.theumstead.com.

MEDIA Patricia Nugent / Shara Seigel

CONTACTS: Middleton & Gendron Inc.

(212) 284-9935 / (212) 284-9938

pnugent@mg-pr.com / sseigel@mg-pr.com

GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND, Bahamas – May 15, 2013 – No matter which way guests arrive, be it riding a wave by boat or by a quick direct flight from the nearby mainland, Grand Lucayan, Bahamas wants its travelers to get the most out of their journey. As the closest major Caribbean meetings resort to the United States, located just 55-miles off the coast of Florida, Grand Lucayan’s Ride the Wave Package offers exceptional amenities to groups looking for a Caribbean retreat, plus a travel credit to compensate for time spent en route.

Through December 2013, groups reserving at least 20 rooms per night for a minimum of three nights can take advantage of Grand Lucayan’s Ride the Wave Package. With rates starting at just $189 per person per night including taxes and fees and based on double occupancy, the package includes:

• $100 per room travel credit
• Ocean View Guest Room
• One hour Bahama Mama Rum greeting
• One upgrade to an Ocean View One Bedroom Suite
• Round trip airport transfers for up to four people
• One complimentary room per 25 paid
• General session with one screen  and LCD projector
• Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, and unlimited alcoholic beverages
• Wireless internet
• Resort activities including snorkel gear, Hobie Cat lessons and wake boards
• Lounge chairs and towels for the pool and beach
• Access to Senses Spa and Fitness Center
• 10% off golf and spa services
• Complimentary golf transfers
• Unlimited tennis
• Yoga & Pilates
• $10 free play in the casino daily

Boasting the largest meeting and events space on the island, Grand Lucayan offers flexible and modern meeting spaces, accommodating groups, corporate retreats, dinners, weddings, celebratory functions and other special events – not to mention it’s just steps away from Grand Bahama Island’s crystal clear ocean.

The sprawling conference center, equipped with cutting-edge audio-visual equipment and super-helpful staff, can easily be reconfigured and themed for formal or casual events. From the Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 2,500 guests to the intimate ocean view meeting rooms in the stately Manor House, accommodating up to 287 guests, Grand Lucayan has an event space that fits every need.

For those that prefer an outdoor meeting or event, Grand Lucayan, Bahamas has over 50,000 square feet of outdoor function space, including pool decks, the beach, the Great Lawn, which accommodates up to 2,865 guests, and Chop Beach, which offers seating for 1,700 guests. Full catering service and a Business Center is also available.

For more information on Grand Lucayan’s Ride the Wave package, guests can call 1(800) 693-1413 or email Groups@GrandLucayan.com. For information on the resort, or for reservations, guests can visit www.grandlucayan.com or call (877) 434-2996.

About Grand Lucayan, Bahamas

Located on Grand Bahama Island, Grand Lucayan, Bahamas has 542 guestrooms and suites and is situated along an expansive 7.5-acre beach with views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Just 55 miles off the coast of Florida, Grand Lucayan, Bahamas offers some of the finest amenities in the Caribbean. Guests enjoy spacious accommodations, eight restaurants, three swimming pools, non-motorized water sports activities, four tennis courts – all offering Grand Slam surfaces, a 25,000 square-foot Senses Spa & Fitness Center, 18-hole championship golf course – The Reef Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., and 90,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space and a Las Vegas-style casino. Like us on Facebook, facebook.com/grandlucayan or follow us on Twitter, @grandlucayan.

Resorts Casino Hotel Announces Day of Free Beach Concerts, June 15,

with Headliners Andy Grammer, Mac McAnally and Wilson Phillips

Concerts Celebrate Resorts’ Enhanced Beach Vibe and Margaritaville Launch

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (MAY 9, 2013) – On June 15, hit musicians Andy Grammer, Mac McAnally and Wilson Phillips will take their acts to the Atlantic City beach for a day of free concerts hosted by Resorts Casino Hotel. Staged on The LandShark Beach at Resorts from 1 p.m. into the evening (the last concert starts at 7 p.m.), this major event will “seat” music lovers, beachgoers and gamers on the sand for a series of 90-minute sets interspersed with DJ entertainment, prize giveaways, and more.

Kicking off a summer series of great entertainment at Resorts, the June 15 concerts will celebrate Resorts’ enhanced beach vibe and the launch of its $35-million Margaritaville casino and entertainment complex. Inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of Jimmy Buffett, Margaritaville is slated to open Memorial Day Weekend. Among the attractions it will introduce to the Boardwalk is the only year-round bar directly on the Atlantic City beach – LandShark Bar & Grill – just steps across the sand from the concert site.

The Performers

Andy Grammer launched onto the national music scene in 2012 as the first male pop star since John Mayer to reach the adult pop radio Top 10 on his first two singles. His “Keep Your Head Up” is certified Gold and fast approaching Platinum, and a recent national tour with Train set the stage for the former Santa Monica street performer’s own 2013 headline tour in 2013.

Mac McAnally, the Country Music Association’s Musician of the Year for five years running, is celebrating the release of his 11th album, Live in Muscle Shoals. His longtime association with Jimmy Buffett – as songwriter, producer of several Buffett albums, and member of his touring Coral Reefer Band – makes him a natural for the June 15 concert. McAnally cemented his status as a hit maker in 1981 when Alabama took his “Old Flame” to No. 1.

Wilson Phillips comes to the Atlantic City beach fresh off the April release by Sony Masterworks of Dedicated, the famed female trio’s long-awaited album covering hits by The Beach Boys and the Mamas and the Papas. Sisters Carnie and Wendy Wilson, daughters of The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson, and Chynna Phillips, daughter of The Mamas & The Papas’ John and Michelle Phillips, first merged their talents in 1990 with the eponymous, chart-topping Wilson Phillips. The lifelong friends also star this spring in Wilson Phillips: Still Holding On, a TV Guide Network reality show.

The Venue

The Beach at Resorts is located at the northern end of the Boardwalk, at North Carolina Avenue. Concert-goers will find multiple, secured points of entry and are invited to bring their beach towels, blankets or chairs, as well as food. Alcoholic beverages will not be permitted.

About Resorts Casino Hotel

The resort that brought gaming to Atlantic City in 1978, Resorts Casino Hotel is at the top of its game today, offering world-class casino action in a relaxed environment that keeps the focus on fun.  Resorts Casino Hotel made history as the first American casino outside of Nevada and will celebrate its 35^th anniversary in May 2013 with a new milestone: the opening of a $35-million Margaritaville casino and entertainment complex that will include, among other attractions, the only beach bar on the Atlantic City sand. For the latest updates and photos on the project, and celebratory giveaways and perks, keep in touch with us online at facebook.com/resortscasino, twitter.com/resortscasino instagram.com/resortscasino and youtube.com/resortscasino.

Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority assumed management of Resorts Casino Hotel in Fall 2012 – a move that has set the stage for its return as the most exciting gaming destination in Atlantic City.  Boasting a prime location spanning 11 acres at the northern end of the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk, the resort features 942 guest rooms and suites in two hotel towers, a 99,951-square-foot casino, two theaters, six restaurants, two VIP slot and table player lounges, a casino bar, indoor-outdoor swimming pool, health club and spa, salon, and retail shops.  Its 39,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting space includes seven meeting rooms and a 13,000-square-foot ballroom.  For more information, visit http://www.resortsac.com

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The Umstead Hotel and Spa Appoints Carolyn Doe Spa Director

Award-Winning Spa to Reopen July 2013 Following Top-to-Bottom Transformation

CARY, N.C. – May 9, 2013 – The Umstead Hotel and Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolyn Doe as spa director of The Umstead Spa. Doe’s promotion is timed with an exciting renovation, including an update to the Spa’s facilities and wellness programs. The Umstead Spa will reopen July 2013 under Doe’s leadership.

“Carolyn has long been a valued member of our team, and we are confident that she will further propel The Umstead’s reputation as an acclaimed spa destination in her new post,” said Jim Beley, general manager of The Umstead Hotel and Spa. “Her proven leadership will be an invaluable asset to our Spa’s future growth and development as a wellness destination.”

Doe joined The Umstead in 2009 as an esthetician, and most recently served as The Umstead Spa’s sales manager. As spa director, Doe is overseeing an investment that will add 1,400 square feet to The Umstead Spa, including an additional couple’s treatment room with private deep soaking tub, a new coed lounge and current pool with a stunning open-roof design, expanded men’s and women’s wet areas and cool-down lounges, and a redesigned nail salon. She is also updating the spa menu to reflect The Umstead’s commitment to an elevated wellness.

Before entering the spa industry as a makeup artist and licensed esthetician, Doe served as vice president of human resources for BrightStar Credit Union in Fla. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from University of Phoenix and resides in Cary, N.C.

For real-time updates on The Umstead and its expansion, follow the hotel on Twitter at https://twitter.com/The_Umstead; Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/UmsteadHotel; and Pinterest at http://pinterest.com/theumsteadhotel/.

About The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a singular, sophisticated triumph in North Carolina’s northeastern Piedmont region, an area rich in beauty and rooted in innovation. The state’s most highly rated hotel, it boasts stunning interiors punctuated with privately curated fine art, 150 spacious guest rooms and suites, world-class cuisine, a stimulating spa, gracious staff, and a serene woodland setting. The Umstead is a recipient of both the AAA Five Diamond award and Forbes Five Star rating.

Located in Cary, North Carolina, The Umstead is just minutes from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport and Research Triangle Park, and within a short drive of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. For more information, visit www.theumstead.com.

The Umstead Hotel and Spa Announces New 2013 Dates for

“Umstead Uncorked” Wine Tasting Series

Cary, N.C. – May 9, 2013 – With Umstead Uncorked’s 2013 season off to a strong start, The Umstead Hotel and Spa has unveiled the remaining themes for the popular tasting series, held the last Thursday of every month. The hour-long gatherings, led by Herons’ sommelier Hai Tran, take participants through four wine tastings, complemented by small plates, in a relaxed, sophisticated environment.  The series will cover new territories in the second half of 2013, from the perfect pairings for holiday entertaining to wines from New York, North Carolina, Sicily and Bordeaux. Events take place in the Fireplace Lounge or on the Terrace (weather permitting) and are $40 per person. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (919) 447-4000.

Umstead Uncorked: May - December 2013:

“Portugal – More Than Meets the Eye”

Thursday, May 30, 6-7 p.m.

A region that is more associated with stellar fortified wines than quality white and red wines, Portugal has recently been looking to add more than Port and Madeira to its repertoire. Guests will learn about the region and have an opportunity to taste some of the indigenous varietals being utilized to shape the new face of Portugal.

“A Rosé by Any Other Name…”

Thursday, June 27, 6-7 p.m.

A wine that is often overlooked and misunderstood due to its color and association with white zinfandel, participants will gain insight on what makes these wines so special. While Rosé is commonly thought of as a summer time wine, after trying the different offerings it will soon be considered an anytime wine.

Taste Around the United States

Thursday, July 25, 6-7 p.m.

Wine culture is on the rise in the U.S., just as it is decreasing in European regions with which it has long been associated – France, Italy and Spain. Participants will explore the ever-expanding regions of domestic wine production, with examples from New York, Virginia, and even North Carolina.

“If You Like This, Try This…”

Thursday, August 29, 6-7 p.m.

This event will take familiar flavor profiles from major varietals and connect them to those less familiar. Sommelier Hai Tran will guide participants through international varietals that will open their eyes to and taste buds to new favorites.

Bordeaux

Thursday, September 26, 6-7 p.m.

Guests will explore wines of the Bordeaux region, which has experienced back-to-back stellar vintages with the release of the 2009s and 2010s.  Sommelier Hai Train will showcase a few top examples of great Bordeaux that won’t break the bank, and provide a primer to the region’s whites, reds, and sweet wines.

Sicily

Thursday, October 31, 6-7 p.m.

A region often overlooked for wine production, due to its historic association with Marsala and the production of bulk wine, Sicily has recently enjoyed a renaissance with its native varietals and diverse microclimates. In this event, wine enthusiasts will explore some great examples of the mavericks that are helping to change the face of Sicilian wine.

Wines Fit for a Feast

Thursday, November 21, 6-7 p.m.

With Thanksgiving in mind and Christmas soon to follow, Hai Tran shares his insights on versatile wines that will please all palates and complement traditional holiday meals.

“Come quickly, I am drinking the stars!”

Thursday, December 19, 6-7 p.m.

These words are attributed to the Dom Pierre Perignon as he tasted his first bottle of sparkling Champagne. Participants will learn about the production of sparkling wine and explore the versatility of a varietal too often reserved for special occasions.

The Umstead Hotel and Spa is located at 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, N.C. 27513.

About The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a singular, sophisticated triumph in North Carolina’s northeastern Piedmont region, an area rich in beauty and rooted in innovation. The state’s most highly rated hotel, it boasts stunning interiors punctuated with privately curated fine art, 150 spacious guest rooms and suites, world-class cuisine, a stimulating spa, gracious staff, and a serene woodland setting. The Umstead is a recipient of both the AAA Five Diamond award and Forbes Five Star rating. For more information, visit www.theumstead.com.

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May 19, 2013

Almenas Commitment Supports COTA for Johnny Damato

Donate at www.COTAforJohnnyD.com

FORT LEE, NJ – May 8, 2013 – As Fort Lee resident Maxim Almenas finalizes training for his participation in the Gran Fondo New York bike race, he is stepping up efforts to raise $15,000 through Children’s Organ Transplant Association in honor of Johnny Damato. The race, a 110-mile pro-am challenge, will be held on May 19, 2013. Drawing 7,000 participants from 70 countries, the competition calls for participants to earmark a need within their community. For Almenas, that cause is Children’s Organ Transplant Association in honor of 16-year-old Johnny Damato of Fort Lee to assist with transplant-related expenses.

“Although Johnny is emblematic of what transplant families around the world go through – ongoing and unanticipated medical expenses – what has further inspired my support is Johnny’s personal commitment to raise awareness of the need for organ and bone marrow registration and blood donations,” said Almenas. “While many 16-year-olds spend their time planning or attending Sweet 16 celebrations during this milestone year, Johnny recently organized the First Annual Johnny Damato Donor Awareness Drive which drew more than 200 people to Fort Lee to donate blood or register to be organ or bone marrow donors – pretty amazing.”

Almenas’ goal is to raise $15,000 between now and the May 19 race day. All of the proceeds raised from fundraising will go to COTA which assists families like Johnny’s with transplant-related expenses.  Several area businesses have already stepped up with a commitment (see below). All interested parties can log onto www.COTAforJohnnyD.com to make a tax-deductible donation in honor of Johnny Damato. The cyclist is also blogging in advance of the race at thehumantriumph.com where he is sharing inspiring stories of people who have overcome a range of challenges in their lives.

Among early sponsors are the following:

Benzel-Busch Motor Car Corp www.benzel-busch.com

Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce

Strictly Bicycles (official partner bike shop of Gran Fondo NY) — http://www.strictlybicycles.com/

Post Cards R US — http://www.postcardsrus.com/

Law Office of Mark Sokolich

Fort Lee Soccer League — http://www.fortleesoccer.com/

Cleaner America — http://cleaneramerica.biz/

Fort Lee Cairola Barber VFW Post 2342

Fort Lee Girls Recreation Basketball League — leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=fortleegirlsbasketball

Cinco De Mayo Mexican Grill — http://www.cincodemayoonline.com/

Athletes Fueled By Mila — http://www.thehumantriumph.fueledbymila.net

Fort Lee Benevolent Association

American Legion - Department of New Jersey

Econo Lodge, Fort Lee

Corporate sponsors have the additional advantage of adding their logo to the COTA fundraiser Gran Fondo for Damato t-shirt through the silver, gold, or titanium sponsorship packages to show their support of the event and Almenas’ fundraising goal, in addition to other promotional benefits. For more details, log onto http://www.thehumantriumph.com/p/sponsors.html.

To go the extra mile, several sponsors are offering special incentives to patrons when they use the code: “Johnny D” while shopping. For every $100 spent at Strictly Bicycles, located at 2347 Hudson Terrace in Fort Lee, New Jersey, $10 will go to www.COTAforJohnnyD.com, up to $100 per customer. No other offers can be combined. Campaign ends May 19, 2013.

And Cinco De Mayo Mexican Grill, located at 2428 Lemoine Avenue in Fort Lee, New Jersey, will be donating 10 percent of its dinner dining-in sales from now through May 19, 2013, with the exception of May 5th. Lunch, take-outs, and delivery sales do not qualify. Mention the code: “Johnny D” to have 10 percent of your check donated to www.COTAforJohnnyD.com . Go to thehumantriumph.com for updates on participating restaurants and other offers.

Almenas’ road to Gran Fondo began in 2012. He trained during the winter months with cancer survivor and multi-Ironman World Championship participant and triathlon coach Rich Albom. Almenas later trained and raised funds for the Athletes to End Alzheimer’s triathlon team. Through the team’s triathlon coach, Josh Gold, who has competed in several Ironman competitions in Florida, Brazil, Lake Placid, France, Cozumel, and the world championship in Hawaii, Almenas was able to overcome barriers in long distance swimming, cycling and running. Almenas completed the arduous Ironman U.S. Championship (IMNY) triathlon which started in Fort Lee and ended in New York City on August 11th.

With only six months to prepare, the newbie triathlete crossed the finish line after 16 hours and 28 minutes. The motivation behind raising money for Alzheimer’s stemmed from the loss of his grandmother, Emma Almenas, who succumbed in 2006 to the memory-robbing disease.

A member of the Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce, the official chamber of the IMNY, Almenas became an advocate in an effort to promote the world-class event to potential sponsors and local spectators. This effort led to the chamber selecting Almenas to represent the Borough of Fort Lee in the 2013 Gran Fondo NY.

For more information on Almenas’ participation and the Gran Fondo New York, log onto thehumantriumph.com or granfondony.com/town-challenge. Interested parties can make an online donation at www.COTAforJohnnyD.com or send checks to: Children’s Organ Transplant Association, 2501 West COTA Drive, Bloomington, Indiana 47403.

Make checks payable to: “COTA“. Memo line on the check should read: “In Honor of Johnny D”.

ABOUT CHILDREN’S ORGAN TRANSPLANT ASSOCIATION

The Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) is a national charity that provides fundraising assistance to transplant families.  Since 1986, COTA’s priority is to assure that no child or young adult is denied a transplant or excluded from a transplant waiting list due to lack of funds. 100% of all funds raised in honor of transplant patients are used for transplant-related expenses.  As a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, COTA receives donations to help offset transplant-related expenses. COTA then disperses funds to families to offset those expenses.

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Draft Legislation To Protect Families Is Available for Review at www.njsafeandsound.org

TEANECK, NJ – May 6, 2013 – For some families, Mother’s Day heightens the anguish over an empty chair at the table where once sat a beloved son, daughter, sister, or brother victimized by predatory alienation. In these households, previously loving teenagers and young adults were turned against their own relatives by an outside influence—incited to leave home, give up their favorite activities, and sever all relationships. If the person being manipulated is over 16, there is nothing that his or her parents can legally do about it.

“Teens and young adults who are convinced by someone else to reject and abandon their loved ones come from regular families,” says Arnold Markowitz, LCSW, of Tenafly, who has specialized in the treatment of adolescents, young adults, and family alienation and disruption in New Jersey and New York for more than 30 years. “They have fallen victim to the use of sophisticated psychological techniques, manipulation, and control mechanisms that seize on normal adolescent issues and turn these kids against their own parents, who they come to fear and distrust. Convincing and charismatic, the perpetrators are driven by their own psychological disturbance and a need to control others to confirm their distorted view of the world. Their typical motivations are money, sex, and a zealous belief that their values are the only truths. As a result of their actions, families are shattered, parents devastated by rejection and self doubt, and siblings often cannot move on in life with normal development.”

In its initial weeks of operation, NJ Safe & Sound, a new website that provides resources and gathers information from families that have been traumatized by such malicious undue influence, has drawn visitors from 23 states, Washington, DC, Canada, Europe, and Australia.

The website includes the text of a bill currently being drafted by Senator Loretta Weinberg (D-District 37) to defend the integrity of the family and provide recourse against those who would attempt to destroy healthy family connections. Since being posted on the website, the draft bill has received additional support from a growing number of state representatives. 

Visitors to www.njsafeandsound.org can review the proposed legislation, sign a petition for its passing, and fill out a questionnaire about their own experience with a ruptured relationship. They also will find answers to FAQs, and sample letters they can use to encourage state legislators and the governor to support the proposed bill.

To interview Arnold Markowitz, other mental health specialists in this area, or family members suffering the effects of an alienation, contact Mary Gendron, mgendron@mg-pr.com, 212.980.9065.

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LONG BRANCH, N.J. – May 3, 2013 – The ocean views alone would win over any mother, but Ocean PlaceResort & Spa is upping the ante with a Mother’s Day Brunch that also features complimentary mimosas. On Mother’s Day, May 12, the resort, perched on a magnificent stretch of beach along the New Jersey shore, will entertain Moms in its aptly-named Ocean View Restaurant with an elaborate buffet designed by Executive Chef Barry Walling and his talented culinary team.

The Mother’s Day Brunch will provide one complimentary mimosa per person and showcase such specialties as fresh baked muffins and croissants, smoked salmon with capers, eggs, tomatoes and fresh bagels, omelets and eggs to order, stuffed French toast, and an Ocean Place Seafood Display featuring chilled shrimp, Jonah crab claws, clams and oysters. Entrée choices will include seafood crepes with mornay sauce; roast leg of lamb with fresh mint and lemon; herb roasted prime rib au jus with horseradish; and a selection of international cheeses and cured meats. Desserts will include a chocolate fondue fountain with fresh fruit, and a variety of cakes, pies and miniature bites.

Ocean Place Resort & Spa’s Mother’s Day Brunch will be served Sunday, May 12, from 11 to 3 p.m. The menu is priced at $49 per person and $25 for children ages 6 - 12, plus tax. Children ages 5 and under eat free.

For reservations or for more information on Ocean Place Resort & Spa, visit http://www.oceanplace.com/ or call (732) 571-4000.

About Ocean Place Resort & Spa

Ocean Place Resort & Spa is the premier beachfront resort on the New Jersey shore. Set on a coveted stretch of beach in Long Branch, the resort offers the ultimate salt-spray getaway with ease of access, panoramic ocean views, and enhanced amenities. These include fine indoor and outdoor patio dining, a la carte menus at the pool and beach, ocean-inspired spa services, and the casual vibe of bonfire nights on the beach and a festive Tiki Bar. Ocean Place features 256 guest rooms and suites with complimentary WiFi, year-round and seasonal restaurants and lounges, a full-service European spa, a private beach, two swimming pools, and 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The North Jersey Coast Transit train line and Sea Streak ferry provide swift, direct access from Manhattan and Newark Liberty International Airport. For more information, visit http://www.oceanplace.com.

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GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND, Bahamas – May 1, 2013 – Alison Hinds, Barbados’ own “Caribbean Queen,” will bring a high-energy Birthday Bash Weekend to Grand Lucayan, Bahamas May 31-June 1. Hinds’ contagious Caribbean beats will be felt throughout the resort during an eventful Caribbean birthday weekend celebration.

Kicking off on May 31, guests and local residents alike are invited to join Grand Lucayan in welcoming Hinds during an intimate meet-and-greet cocktail reception and dinner in its Grand Ballroom at 7 p.m. Hinds’ concert-series begins at 8 p.m. with a saxophone performance by George Wilkinson, followed by a performance by Hinds featuring the latest hits from her “Caribbean Queen” album. Tickets to the May 31 dinner and concert can be purchased at the new Aroma Café, located in Grand Lucayan’s Manor House lobby, for $120 per person.

Saving the best for last, the “Caribbean Queen” will celebrate her birthday with a rhythm-filled concert on June 1 at 8 p.m. featuring Caribbean ocean views and live performances by DJ Tiko T, DJ Magician, Raquel Oliver and Jah Hem. With a stage set in the resort’s infinity pool, guests can party to the Soca tunes from the beach, infinity pool, Waves Bar or the Lanai Suites. Tickets to the June 1 birthday bash are $60 per person or $75 per person for VIP seating and can be purchased at Aroma Café.

Guests looking to immerse themselves in the musical celebration weekend can take advantage of 45 percent off rates starting at just $115 for travel through June 15, 2013. Promotion includes free meals for children, 10 percent off spa services, 15 percent off golf and late checkout and is available for booking through May 30, 2013.

For more information or reservations visit www.grandlucayan.com or call 1(855) LUCAYAN. Event tickets can also be purchased by calling 1 (866) 870-7148.

About Grand Lucayan, Bahamas

Located on Grand Bahama Island, Grand Lucayan, Bahamas has 542 guestrooms and suites and is situated along an expansive 7.5-acre beach with views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Just 55 miles off the coast of Florida, Grand Lucayan, Bahamas offers some of the finest amenities in the Caribbean. Guests enjoy spacious accommodations, eight restaurants, three swimming pools, non-motorized water sports activities, four tennis courts – all offering Grand Slam surfaces, a 25,000 square-foot Senses Spa & Fitness Center, 18-hole championship golf course – The Reef Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., and 90,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space and a Las Vegas-style casino. Like us on Facebook, facebook.com/grandlucayan or follow us on Twitter, @grandlucayan.

NORTH FALMOUTH, Mass. - April 30, 2013 - With spring season in bloom, Sea Crest Beach Hotel, which has recently emerged from a $15 million renovation, is offering guests the chance to enjoy the beauty of spring on the Cape with its Spring Golf and Bike Packages. Ideal for couples looking for an adventure or families ready to make lasting Cape memories, Sea Crest Beach Hotel’s Spring Golf and Bike Packages will showcase the Cape and all it has to offer.

Those looking to hit the trails can spend the day exploring the Shining Sea Bike Trail with Sea Crest Beach Hotel’s Spring Bike Package. Hugging the coast from Falmouth to Woods Hole and winding along the Vineyard Sound shoreline, guests can ride this scenic bike route lined with Cape Cod flowers and views of Buzzard’s Bay. Starting at $189 per night and available for booking through June 14, 2013, the Spring Bike Package includes:

• Two night’s stay for two
• One day’s bike rental for two
• Map of the Shining Sea Bike Trail
• Breakfast daily for two

Golf enthusiasts can stay and play at a nearby exclusive privately owned golf club for an exceptional golf experience with cool ocean breezes. Starting at $339, Sea Crest Beach Hotel’s Spring Golf Package, available through June 9, 2013, includes:

• One night stay for two
• One round of golf for two
• Golf Cart

Packages include all taxes and gratuities and are based on availability. Some blackout dates and restrictions apply.

For reservations or for more information on Sea Crest Beach Hotel, visit http://www.seacrestbeachhotel.com or call (508) 356-2111.

About Sea Crest Beach Hotel

Set on a private beach in Cape Cod’s legendary North Falmouth, and surrounded by the shingle-styled architecture of traditional New England cottages along Buzzards Bay, Sea Crest Beach Hotel has emerged from a multimillion-dollar renovation as the quintessential beach hotel for a new generation of travelers. With 263 guest rooms and suites, some with fireplaces and many with water view private balconies, the hotel is equally ideal for families who seek a beachfront setting in which to create timeless memories, couples drawn by the romance of the Cape, and meeting or wedding planners seeking expansive function space combined with superb dining and warm, personalized service. Red’s, named after Red Auerbach, legendary Boston Celtics coach and president, serves a delightful gastro-pub menu in a setting replete with memorabilia curated with the assistance of the family of the restaurant’s beloved namesake.

Sea Crest Beach Hotel is within an easy drive of the region’s largest cities: New York, Boston, and Providence. Boston’s Logan International Airport and Providence’s T.F. Green International Airport are both just over an hour’s drive away.

Visit Sea Crest Beach Hotel on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/SeaCrestBeachHotel.

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