Meetings at Hotel Derek Aim to Alleviate Stress

Complimentary "Stress Breaks", Ergonomic Chairs and the Derek Desk To-Go Attract Demanding Meetings

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. October 14, 2008

HOUSTON, TX, March 16, 2007. There is no better place to do business in Houston than Hotel Derek. Located in the heart of the Galleria, Houston's world-class shopping, entertainment and business district, Hotel Derek is introducing a full compliment of amenities and services sure to eliminate the stress of hosting and attending meetings. The new Stress Break, Ergonomic chairs and the Derek Desk To-Go, all showcase the newly re-designed meeting facilities and ensure that off-site meetings can now be more of a luxury than a headache.

The new Stress Break begins on March 15th and will be led by Nicole Haagenson, a local yoga practitioner and Wellness consultant for some of Houston's largest companies. The complimentary break will last 10 -15 minutes and is based on basic breathing and stretching exercises and promises to give meeting attendees an added boost of energy during what is typically several hours of sitting in a sedentary position.

State of the art ergonomic chairs also do their part in keeping meeting attendees alert by providing optimal back support, leg support and arm support which promotes good posture and circulation - a must for a creative and focused team. The ergonomic chairs are reserved for groups of 50 or less attendees.

Meeting planners often complain about leaving all of the necessities of their desk when traveling, so Hotel Derek created the Derek Desk To-Go, a portable rolling desk featuring:

. A Dell desktop computer

. 19-inch flat screen monitor

. USB ports

. CD/DVD capabilities

. A Dell multi-purpose printer, copy, fax and scanner

. Cannon Power Shot digital camera

. Full compliment of office supplies

The Derek Desk To-Go is complimentary for the meeting planner and is based upon availability.

To round out the business traveler offerings, Hotel Derek also features Business Lofts with unsurpassed executive amenities and the Derek Airline Printing Kiosk. Guests enjoy complimentary access to the printing kiosk, conveniently located in the hotel's lobby.

Another new addition is the Preferred Customer Car Bath. The car wash is available upon request from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. This service is available for $20 and may be arranged through the valet supervisor.

Complimentary Coffee is served in the lobby from 6:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. on weekdays and from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on weekends.

Centrally located, Hotel Derek is walking distance from the Galleria and minutes from downtown Houston and Reliant Stadium (home of Super Bowl XXXVIII), the world-renown Texas Medical Center and the Museum District. Hotel Derek has 314 guestrooms, including 10 suites, 8 studio rooms and 6 business lofts.

Since its opening in January 2002, Hotel Derek has effortlessly accommodated meetings in more than 10,000 square feet of distinctive event space. Nine event rooms include the 4,800 square-foot Bravo ballroom, and the Rogue boardroom with its 21-foot table and commanding red leather executive chairs. The Great Room ensures a unique meeting or event with a residential feel, comfortable seating, a built-in bar and plasma screen fireplace. Hotel Derek's in-house event management department handles every meeting and event with peerless personal service and an eye for detail.

Hotel Derek is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., a global brand of independently owned luxury hotels and resorts. Only a select few properties offer the top-notch service, first-class amenities and luxurious surroundings required to pass Preferred's rigorous inspection. Hotel Derek is owned by a joint adventure between Amerimar enterprises, Inc. and Angelo, Gordon & Co. For more information, visit www.hotelderek.com or call (713) 961-3000.