Columbia SC Hotel Offers Nearby Lodging to the 2011 Salute to the Troops Concert Featuring Kellie Pickler

    ATLANTA, GA, September 10, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The Hilton Garden Inn Hotel in Columbia SC (Northeast) offers nearby lodging to visitors attending the 'Salute the Troops' concert at Hilton Field - Fort Jackson. The event, featuring music, food and charity, will take place on Saturday, September 10, 2011 (Patriots Day) at 7:00pm. Presented by Operation Homefront South Carolina, Salute to the Troops will be headlined by former American Idol finalist, Kellie Pickler, and include an opening performance by Nashville recording artist Barry Michael.

Salute to the Troops is an exclusive concert free to all retired and active military, wounded warriors and their families (adult guests will need to show a valid driver's license for entry) as well as all Department of Defense ID card holders. Children are welcome and there will be plenty of free parking available on Hilton Field, Fort Jackson. Promotional tickets are available to the public with a minimum $10 donation and can be obtained at select locations, or by calling 803 608 2242.

"Sure to be an exciting event for the whole family to enjoy, we are pleased to welcome guests who will be attending Salute to the Troops," explains Mary Medlin, the Columbia SC hotel's Director of Sales. "Our hotel is located just a short drive from Fort Jackson Military Base." Guests at this Columbia hotel will enjoy many amenities including an indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, complimentary internet access in every room, and a 24 hour business center with remote printing. This Columbia South Carolina Hotel also features the Garden Sleep System Bedding.

The Hilton Garden Inn (Northeast) is a premier choice among other hotels in Columbia SC. The property is close to many area businesses and attractions including Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Carolina Coliseum, and the University of South Carolina. For more information about Operation Homefront South Carolina and Salute to the Troops concert, visit, http://www.operationhomefront.net. To book your stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Columbia SC hotel (Northeast), call 803-807-90000 or visit them online.

About Hilton Garden Inn Columbia SC Hotel (Northeast)

The newly opened Hilton Garden Inn Columbia/Northeast hotel is located just off I-77 at exit 11 near the Northeast business district and is conveniently situated just 15 miles from downtown Columbia. This Columbia South Carolina hotel was built with features and amenities to ensure you'll truly have a great stay with us including complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour business center, meeting space, heated indoor pool with hot tub, and The Great American Grill restaurant. Guests can enjoy staying at The Hilton Garden Inn Columbia SC hotel, where everything is right where you need it.

For more information visit: http://www.ColumbiaSouthCarolinaHotel.com

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