PALM BEACH, ARUBA (February 8, 2008) – On February 8 & 9, Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino was the gracious host to many VIP guests and valued business partners for the opening of the prestigious Ruth’s Chris Steak House. All guests received a special preview of the restaurant and enjoyed a fabulous meal. Aruba Marriott Resort is the new home to Ruth’s Chris Steak House and February 11, 2008 will mark the official opening of this world-renowned, fine-dining restaurant in Aruba.
“Ruth’s Chris Steak House has a proven recipe for success which is evident from their international presence. We’re thrilled to become part of this elite group,” commented Rick Zeolla, general manager of the Aruba Marriott. “We welcome the addition to Aruba and to our resort and look forward to entertaining both island visitors and residents.”
The franchised restaurant is being introduced as part of a $40 million renovation at the Aruba Marriott. The first phase of the renovation is complete, which included transforming what was previously Tuscany, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, in to Ruth’s Chris Steak House. The conversion of the restaurant has created a brand new look and feel for the space, designed by Washington, D.C. based J.C Schaub of Core Design. Design elements include a bar area with wooden floors, cherry wood wine display and limestone bar top and a split-level dining area with rich, chocolate brown carpeting, antique mirrors showcasing various views throughout the restaurant, elegant lighting and a central column adorned with colored glass and tiles in warm tones of honey, gold and red.
Additionally, the upper level features two 16-seat private dining rooms, one of which is a wine room showcasing a wall of the premium wines the restaurant offers to complement its cuisine. Both private dining rooms will feature artwork by Aruba’s well known artist, Elisa Lejeuz.
Situated on the ground level of the Aruba Marriott, Ruth’s Chris Steak House will be open seven days a week, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. New Orleans-inspired appetizers, the finest U.S. Prime steaks, fresh seafood and classic desserts will be served with Caribbean charm and elegance.
About Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Inc. is the largest fine-dining company in the U.S., as measured by the total number of company-owned and franchise-owned restaurants, with 118 locations worldwide. Founded in New Orleans by Ruth Fertel in 1965, Ruth’s Chris specializes in USDA Prime grade steaks served in Ruth’s Chris signature fashion … “sizzling.” To experience fine dining at its prime . . . just follow the sizzle to Ruth's Chris Steak House. For information and reservations, visit www.RuthsChris.com or call 520-6225.
About Aruba Marriott
Designated among the “World’s Best Places to Stay” by Conde Nast Traveler’s 2006 Gold List, Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino boasts 411 guestrooms -- the most spacious on the island and each with large, private balconies overlooking lush landscape and the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. On property, seven restaurants and cafes provide fare from light to elegant, while the largest casino in Aruba, a 6,500 square-foot Mandara spa, free-form swimming pool with cascading waterfalls and high-energy health club offer entertaining diversions. To obtain more information call the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino at 888-PARADISE or visit www.arubamarriott.com / www.arubaplayground.com.
Designated among the “World’s Best Places to Stay” by Conde Nast Traveler’s 2006 Gold List, Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino boasts 411 guestrooms – the most spacious on the island – each with large, private balconies overlooking the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. On property, seven restaurants and cafes provide fare from light to elegant, while the largest casino in Aruba, a 6,500 square-foot spa, free-form swimming pool with cascading waterfalls and high-energy health club offer entertaining diversions. To obtain more information call the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino at 888-PARADISE or visit www.arubamarriott.com.
Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts is comprised of ten resorts in seven of the top tropical destinations in the Caribbean and Mexico – Aruba, Cancun, Curaçao, Grand Cayman, Puerto Vallarta, St. Kitts and St. Thomas. To experience these resorts and learn about special promotions, please visit the new www.ParadiseByMarriott.com.
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,000 lodging properties in the United States and 67 other countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, Horizons by Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and had approximately 151,000 employees at 2006 year-end. It is ranked as the lodging industry’s most admired company and one of the best places to work for by FORTUNE®. The company is also a 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Partner. In fiscal year 2006, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of $12.2 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com.
