The TradeWinds Sandpiper Suites on St. Petersburg Beach has now become Guy Harvey Outpost.
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TradeWinds Beach Resort, the $3 million rebranding of the 211-room beachfront property, at 6000 Gulf Blvd. in St. Pete, marks the first
Guy Harvey Outpost in the U.S. The Outpost celebrated its grand opening on September 12th.
“Due to the growing popularity of Guy Harvey, his brand and conservation efforts, the timing is great,” says Keith Overton, president of
TradeWinds Island Resorts. “Guy has a lot of fans in the country and this gives them a place to come to experience his lifestyle, see his artwork and live his ideals. We're thrilled with the opportunity to work with Guy on creating a sustainable, green environment for our guests.”
Some highlights of the project include Guy Harvey décor in all guestrooms, a
Guy Harvey Outfitter Shop, eco-based programs and activities, a renovation of the resort's current restaurant and beach bar and the addition of a marine-themed Guy Harvey restaurant with lounge area, private dining and retail store.
“Through our partnership with Guy Harvey, we're looking forward to building on our commitment to conservation and education while continuing to provide extensive recreational options for our guests,” says Overton. “These programs will not only be a wonderful addition for our guests, but will also positively impact local and regional tourism. Visitors, locals and guests will all be able to have fun while learning about conservation and our area's unique marine environment.”
One of Guy Harvey Outpost's first endeavors is the sponsorship of the auditorium at the new
Florida Gulf Coast Center for Fishing and Interactive Museum in Largo.
According to Overton, guests of Guy Harvey Outpost should expect the same service that was given at TradeWinds Sandpiper Suites and will still have access to the amenities at the
Island Grand, including the JetLev, surf school, High Tide Water Slide and Splash Island Water Park.
New carpet, paint, artwork and flat screen HDTV's are expected in all Outpost guestrooms by December 2012 with the Guy Harvey-themed restaurant and lounge seeing development in 2013.
Writer:
Alexis Quinn Chamberlain
Source: Keith Overton,
TradeWinds Island Resorts
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