Travel, Nashville, TN The Gaylord Opryland Resort Hotel & Convention Center epitomizes Southern hospitality and world-class opulence

by Andrew D. Smith

You never need to leave
the resort for scenic views.

The Gaylord Opryland Resort Hotel and Convention Center should be prime destination for travelers seeking a relaxing, fun filled, enjoyable vacation, honeymoon or long weekend. Located in extraordinary Nashville, Tenn., the resort is conveniently located to numerous attractions including the Grand Ole Opry, The Country Music Hall of Fame, LP Stadium, the vibrant and active dining and nightlife of downtown Nashville, the airport, and numerous golf courses and other outdoor activities.

> Personal accommodations: This luxurious hotel, the flagship property of the Gaylord Hotels family, is a true resort. Starting with the nine acres of beautiful gardens, lush and dramatic waterfalls, a winding river and creative landscaping, a visitor could spend days simply enjoying the soothing and relaxing panorama of nature.

The hotel features 2,881 newly remodeled guest rooms, including 174 spectacular suites. Each room features high-speed wireless Internet access and two phones, including one cordless. If one desires to be treated to a truly memorable experience, stay in the Presidential Suite, with its dual master baths, dining/conference room and catering kitchen.

> Convention facilities: Seeking a world class convention experience? Look no further than the Gaylord Opryland Resort Hotel and Convention Center. Offering more than 600,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, the property has not only the most plentiful and flexible meeting space of any Nashville hotel, it boasts the largest non-gaming, in-hotel exhibition space in the world.

Savor crabmeat eggs
benedict served at
Cascades Seafood
Restaurant.

> Restaurants: Enjoy a lavish Sunday brunch at Water’s Edge Marketplace Buffet, a sumptuous dinner at Cascades Seafood Restaurant or a mid-day snack at the more casual Stax.

> Spa and fitness: A trip to the 20,000 square foot spa and fitness center may just be what the doctor ordered after sampling the tasty creations of the Opryland resort’s 5 executive chefs.

> Activities: If working out isn’t your cup of tea, you can walk off your meal by shopping at one of 25 distinctive fashion and gift boutiques. After shopping, take a relaxing flatboat tours.

Enjoy a great view
from the balcony of one of
the resort’s nearly 3,000
newly remodeled guest rooms.

> Nightlife: If you’re looking for bright lights and dance music, look no further than Fuse, the resort’s hip new nightclub. Billed as a Las Vegas-style club, Fuse is the perfect place to wind down with an apple-tini. And with celebrities like Kim Kardashian or Kid Rock who have stopped by, you’ll never know who you’ll see.
The Opryland resort is very easy to navigate. Signs and helpful staff guide you throughout.

Numerous limousines, shuttle buses, taxi cabs, and other transportation are available to take a traveler off the resort.

A discerning traveler seeking convenience, choice and value may wish never to leave this stunning resort.