Resort in Miami, Florida Finds New Ways to Market

    /24-7PressRelease/ - MIAMI, FL, April 09, 2008 - Understanding that would-be hotel guests are constantly using social media outlets for travel-research purposes, the Doral Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort has decided to tap into the cultural phenomena that is YouTube.

The Florida golf and spa resort has created a new promotional video for YouTube, featuring stunning views of the grounds, golf courses, accommodations and amenities. The video on YouTube begins with a scrolling font which reads, "Legends are rising all over Doral," as a far shot of the entire property appears onscreen accompanied by upbeat music. Panoramic shots of the five on-site golf courses, the world-class European spa, Blue Lagoon aquatic area and event space are all highlighted while interesting snippets of information seamlessly scroll in front of the captivating images.

As home of the PGA Tour for over 45 years, this Florida golf resort is home to the unparalleled Blue Monster golf course and the Greg Norman designed Great White course, as well as the acclaimed Jim McLean Golf School. Rated the "best spa in the US" by National Geographic Traveler, the serene Miami spa offers a European-inspired spa experience, offering over 100 treatments.

Doral Golf Resort & Spa also boasts comfortable and stylish Miami accommodations as well as over 100,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, with the ability host a group of any size. Doral truly is a legend resort in South Florida.

About Doral Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort
The Doral Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort is a beautiful Miami meeting hotel designed to provide an oasis of serenity. Positioned on 650 tropical acres, this Florida golf resort and spa is often referred to as the Kingdom of Golf, challenging players of all skill levels on five championship 18-hole courses. The prestigious Blue Monster Course, has hosted the PGA Tour for over 45 years. The Blue Lagoon presents a family-friendly Miami resort which boasts cascading waterfalls and a 150 foot waterslide. Five acclaimed restaurants, a state-of-the-art European spa and over 100,000 square feet of innovative meetings space is all combined to create a winning resort experience. For more information or to make a reservation, call 305-592-2000, or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/miadl-doral-golf-resort-and-spa-a-marriott-resort/.

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