ORLANDO, FL--(Marketwire - Jan 29, 2013) - Orlando World Center Marriott, one of the country's most impressive convention hotels, is proud to announce the completion of phase one of its multi-million dollar transformation. With extensive enhancements to the North Tower guestrooms and meeting space, Hall of Cities meeting rooms, 110 guest suites, on-site Starbucks, as well as an expanded pool deck and lawn for poolside events and activities, upgrades further establish this landmark hotel and bring an unprecedented resort concept to Orlando.
"We have poured a lot of energy and planning into the transformation of Orlando World Center, and are proud to reveal the completion of phase one while unveiling elements involved in phase two," said Gary Dybul, Director of Sales and Marketing for Orlando World Center Marriott. "We are an iconic destination that provides the highest level of customization and flexibility to each guest and every group, and the renovations allow us to enhance the experience by further extending an unparalleled level of quality."
Phase one project completions include:
Orlando World Center's striking new upgrades are just the beginning of a multi-faceted overhaul to the world-class, global destination. In an effort to continue offering guests experiences beyond compare, the 200-acre tropical oasis will remain in full operation throughout phase two of the renovation, currently underway. Phase two will feature enrichments to the iconic Falls Pool inclusive of a poolside Bar and Grille, Splash Zone offering kids a zero entry pool and playground -- open to guests spring 2013 -- as well as a new Icon Slide Tower featuring two, 200-foot winding waterslides and one, 90-foot speed waterslide, in addition to a Kid's Activity Zone and urban Italian restaurant, Siro. The slide tower, slated for completion June 1, 2013, will conclude all on-property restorations, allowing guests to "slide into summer."
The 4-Diamond, Orlando World Center Marriott offers everything a guest could possibly want. From 450,000-square-feet of flexible function space to an 18-hole championship golf course, Bill Madonna Golf Academy at Hawk's Landing Golf Club, lighted tennis courts and a full service spa and fitness center, as well as 10 taste-tempting restaurants and lounges, including a food court for guests on-the-go, this 2,000-room Orlando family resort is located just minutes from an award-winning international airport.
For additional information on the renovations at Orlando World Center Marriott or to book a reservation, call 1-800-380-7931 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mcowc-orlando-world-center-marriott/ and www.ourworldisyours.com.
About Orlando World Center Marriott:
Orlando World Center offers a championship golf course, full-service spa, fitness center, tennis, basketball, volleyball, 450,000 total square-feet of event space, and 10 diverse restaurants and lounges including a food court for families on the go. The Four Diamond, 2000-room property is located only 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World® and just minutes from SeaWorld® Orlando, Discovery Cove®, Aquatica™ and Universal Studios® Orlando. In 2013, dive into a refreshing new pool experience featuring two 200-foot winding water slides, 90-foot speed slide, poolside bar & grill, kid's zero entry pool and splash zone, activity center and game room! Visit www.ourworldisyours.com for more information. For reservations, please call 888-99-WORLD or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mcowc-orlando-world-center-marriott/.
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