Judith Garcia Named DOSM The Blue, Miami
JULY 31, 2009 - The Blue, a fresh pristine 240-suite resort situated in the heart of Doral surrounded by palmspeckled greens, oaks and lakes, names Judith Garcia as the director of sales and marketing. Responsible for driving corporate business and impacting the leisure market, Judith is welcomed by the luxury resort boasting contemporary spacious elegance among world-class golf. Garcia joins The Blue with over seven years of experience in hotel marketing. Most recently, she served as the director of sales and marketing for Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Resort where all marketing activities were handled under her direction. Previously, Garcia was the strategic business leader for Marriott International. She also brings two years experience from Marco Polo Resort by Ramada as the director of sales and marketing and Wyndham Bonaventure Resort & Spa as director of sales and marketing.
"I look forward to enhancing The Blue's business," says Garcia. "I love the property, its team and energy." "Judith's wealth of experience in sales and marketing will continue to ensure The Blue's success as a boutique suite resort," said General Manager Steve Vanhemert. The Blue is nestled in the city of Doral surrounded by greens of 144 holes of golf and South Florida nature.
Adjacent to championship golf in Doral, each of The Blue's 240 suites offers spectacular views of stunning fairways. Presenting guests with unexpected personal touches of opulent service, design and comfort, the resort creates the ultimate urban escape.
5300 Chop House, the signature restaurant located at The Blue, presents tastes of a traditional chop house that meet sophisticated elegance while all dishes are bursting with flavor and textures. 5300 Chop House introduces entrees of USDA hand-cut meats, fresh caught fish from Florida waters, and locally grown, fruits and vegetables. With famed fairways beckoning in the background, the restaurant is comfortably embraced in deep dark woods and inviting lighting while decorated with contemporary artwork.
The Spa at The Blue rejuvenates guests with orange blossom-inspired treatments based on the seasons and nature created from an assortment of natural products. Jim McLean Golf School presents guests of The Blue with preferred packages and rates of golf instruction. A short distance away, some of the world's most famous shopping among high-end designers is available. With personalized concierge service, highend fitness center and Olympic-sized swimming pool, guests retreat comfortably to The Blue in sophisticated, smart elegance while being furnished with a plethora of activities.
Only minutes from Miami International Airport, The Blue is an escape where travelers experience something different. For additional details about The Blue, please call toll free (877) 748-2583 or visit the Web site at www.theblue.com.
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