North Tampa Hotel Offers Special Rate for APSI Teachers Program

TEMPLE TERRACE, FL--(Marketwire - Mar 15, 2012) - Summer usually means school's out, but for more than 600 Florida teachers, the break is an opportunity to enhance their education skills at the Advanced Placement Summer Institute (APSI). To ensure that participants get the most out of the workshop, the Fairfield Inn & Suites North Tampa, among University of South Florida hotels, is offering teachers a special deal during their stay.

Those attending APSI, held July 23^rd through the 26^th at the University of South Florida, can stay just 3 miles from campus and receive a discounted rate when they book this hotel in North Tampa, FL. Plus, all APSI guests can get to and from the workshop with the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. APSI works with experienced, new, and future Advanced Placement teachers. To learn more about the event, visit www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/APSI/.

Teachers who stay at this hotel near USF will have a comfortable and convenient place to call home after a long day in the classroom. Guestrooms and suites offer views of the surrounding landscape and include ample work space and free high-speed wireless Internet for those looking to get extra work done. If relaxing is your priority, kick back in front of the 32-inch flat screen cable TV, head out to the pool and whirlpool, or fix yourself a snack with the in-room microwave, mini fridge, and coffee/tea service. Teachers on a budget and traveling with close colleagues can opt for suite accommodations, which include a king bed and sofa bed, and are ideal for sharing.

APSI attendees at this suites hotel in North Tampa can start their mornings with complimentary breakfast or a workout in the fitness center. During downtime, there's plenty to see and do around this property, including Tampa's white sand beaches, Busch Gardens amusement park, The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, and numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment venues.

To take advantage of this special deal, book your room with the hotel directly and ask for the USF rate. You can learn more about the Fairfield Inn & Suites North Tampa by visiting the hotel website at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tpatt-fairfield-inn-and-suites-tampa-north/, where you can book rooms, find packages and deals at hotels near Busch Gardens in Tampa, FL, and get more information about nearby dining and attractions.

About the Fairfield Inn & Suites North Tampa
At the Fairfield Inn & Suites North Tampa, located just off I-75, everyone from families to executives will feel at home. Perfectly designed to meet the needs of today's traveler, this North Tampa hotel features newly renovated guestrooms and large suites, each overlooking the lush grounds and outdoor pool and whirlpool. Accommodations include complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, a 32-inch flat screen cable TV, ample work space with ergonomic chair, microwave, mini fridge, and coffee/tea service. Rooms come in king or double configurations, while one-room king suites include sofa beds and are ideal for families. Guests of this Florida Green-Lodging property have access to a fitness center, business center, and 24-hour market, and when it's time to explore beyond the property, there's something for everyone. Families shouldn't miss Busch Gardens, Lowry Park Zoo, MOSI, or Adventure Island Amusement Park. Grown-ups can spend the day shopping or catching a game at the University of South Florida, while evenings are full of energy at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino and the area's numerous dining and entertainment options.