Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

Productivity and pleasure go hand in hand at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida. Having launched a $65 million renovation this year, the 750-room venue—with 65,000 square feet of function space—means serious business, accommodating anything from a board meeting for 10 to a banquet for 1,800. At the same time, the 1,500-acre paradise offers enough recreational options to please every member of the group.

Functions at the facility enjoy the benefits of state-of-the-art technology, the support of a seasoned full-time staff, and convenience of a 24-hour business center. In-house catering provides the option of Personal Preference menus, allowing participants to select their own entrees. Guests may also select from any of nine dining options ranging from deli-style casual to gourmet steak house.

Round-the-clock room service allows guests to dine in the comfort and privacy of their own accommodations—the first to undergo the property’s top-to-bottom restyling. Newly renovated guest rooms will include signature Grand Beds, high thread-count linens, thoughtfully planned lighting, and flat-panel TVs. High-speed Internet access and daily newspaper delivery keep guests connected to the outside world.

An in-house destination management company can arrange memorable team-building opportunities for groups. Meeting attendees with families in tow appreciate spouse programs, Camp Hyatt for kids, and the half-acre pool, complete with waterfalls and waterslides. They also appreciate the convenience of nearby attractions such as SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando, and Walt Disney World.

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-Environmentally-friendly hotel conserves resources, saves money and attracts customers-

ORLANDO " The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today welcomed the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress to the Florida Green Lodging Program. The property is the 214th in the state to become a designated member of the program. The voluntary state initiative provides the lodging industry with technical assistance, encouraging hotels and motels to adopt cost-saving green practices that reduce waste and conserve natural resources.

DEP is excited to welcome the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress as a designated member of the Florida Green Lodging Program, said DEP Central District Director Vivian Garfein. With its 750 guestrooms, Hyatts reduction in energy usage and amount of water conserved by being a part of this program makes a tremendous impact on Floridas environment.

To become a designated member of the Florida Green Lodging Program, hotels must follow certain green practices. These practices include, but are not limited to, water conservation measures through low flow plumbing fixtures, a linen reuse program, energy efficiency achieved by installing ENERGY STAR appliances and programmable thermostats. The waste reduction criteria are met by providing the opportunity to recycle, purchasing items in bulk, purchasing recycled materials and by recycling ink and toner cartridges. All designated properties must also use green cleaners and high efficiency air filters.

"The entire team at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has worked hard to achieve this designation and we are proud to become a member of the Florida Green Lodging Program," said Paul Tang, Vice President and Managing Director of the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress. "I would like to thank our Green Team for spearheading these efforts and continuing to encourage our associates and guests to be responsible stewards of our environment."

Recently, Governor Crist hosted the 2008 Serve to Preserve Florida Summit on Global Climate Change, building on the foundation of last years summit for Floridas energy future. During the 2007 summit, Governor Crist signed three executive orders initiating state energy-use policies, including one that requires state agencies and departments to hold meetings and conferences only at hotels with Florida Green Lodging Program designation as of January 1, 2008, whenever possible. This years summit explored technologies and strategies to stimulate economic development in clean technologies as well as green Floridas business community.

Launched in March 2004, the Florida Green Lodging Program establishes environmental guidelines for hotels and motels to conserve natural resources and prevent pollution. As a reward for designation, the state is recommending designated properties in the Florida Green Lodging Program to companies and trade organizations seeking environmentally conscious lodging and convention facilities. With the addition of the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, the program has 216 designated properties and more than 400 applicants. For more information about the Florida Green Lodging Program, visit www.dep.state.fl.us/greenlodging.

DEPs Office of Sustainable Initiatives is comprised of three voluntary, non-regulatory programs that assist Florida industry and citizens in protecting the environment. The Clean Marina Program, the Florida Green Lodging Program and the Florida Pollution Prevention Program offer a variety of services including on-site assessments, consultations, speakers and workshops, all at no cost to citizens or organizations. The goal of the Sustainable Initiatives programs is to meet the needs of the present population without compromising resources for future generations. To learn more about DEPs Sustainable Initiatives, visit www.dep.state.fl.us/green/.