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2 | Meetings & Events Guide Gaylord Hotels® | 3 With decades of expertise in meetings and events, Gaylord Hotels provides the perfect setting to bring your group together. With a focus on helping our meeting planner partners achieve their organization’s goals, we deliver one-of-a-kind moments of wow that engage, inspire, and build lasting relationships – in the boardroom and beyond. Each resort is purpose-built for meetings and events, providing a exible stage to accommodate your preferences, needs, and vision. Whether you require an intimate boardroom for 15, a soaring ballroom for 10,000, or an engaging reception space, our distinct indoor and outdoor environments will transform your typical gathering into a spectacular occasion. The possibilities are endless.Move beyond the ballroom. Take over an expansive atrium or live entertainment venue, create a curated dinner in one of our acclaimed restaurants, or discover our hidden retreats and spaces. Join us and experience the extraordinary way we bring people together.At Gaylord Hotels, Bringing People Together Is What We Do BestGaylord Palms | Mangrove LawnMaking Moments Together Extraordinary2 | Meetings & Events Guide

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4 | Meetings & Events GuideTable of ContentsGaylord National Resort & Convention Center 6 THE GAYLORD HOTELS DIFFERENCE 6 Welcome to More Much more than a traditional hotel, our resorts are destinations within themselves. 12 Prime Meeting Locations Exceptional locations in dynamic and vibrant destinations. 14 No Boundaries to Your Imagination Our customizable spaces, services, and expertise make the meeting you have been dreaming of a reality. 23 Delight in Lasting Connections Whether hosting a gathering for 10 or 10,000, you are part of the Gaylord Hotels family. 27 Indulge in the Extraordinary Each meeting at Gaylord Hotels provides endless, awe-inspiring moments to experience the extraordinary. 33 OUR COMMITMENT TO CONSERVATION 34 AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

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6 | Meetings & Events Guide Gaylord Hotels® | 7 Welcome to MoreEach resort offers a collection of eclectic restaurants and trendy bars for guests to enjoy. Choose from ne dining, casual cuisine with local air, and unique culinary experiences. Raise a pint from a local brewery at our lively sports bars, dine on the highest-grade beef at the renowned Old Hickory Steakhouse, meet with your VIPs over craft cocktails at one of our bespoke atrium bars, enjoy casual dining with seasonally inspired produce at our signature restaurants, or grab a delicious coffee and local tasty treat from one of our delightfully fresh Marketplaces. You will nd endless options to savor during your stay.Dine Around the Region and WorldGaylord National | Harbor SocialGaylord Rockies | Old Hickory SteakhouseMuch more than a traditional hotel, our resorts are destinations within themselves.Why settle for less when you can have more? Our extensive resort offerings are unparalleled. With exquisite indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces; collections of delectable and distinctive restaurants, bars, and terraces; world-class Relâche Spas; thrilling water parks and pools; unique activities and entertainment; and sophisticated rooms and suites, Gaylord Hotels delivers an all-under-one-roof experience so you will never need — or even want — to leave the resort.1.Each Gaylord Hotels resort is spectacular. Upon arrival, you will immediately notice abundant natural light ooding the expansive atrium and cascading through the greenery, waterfalls, and carefully-curated landscaping. You will nd tranquil, serene, and inviting spaces through which to roam. Our staff horticulturists meticulously tend to the gardens, ensuring a vibrant and thriving landscape for your enjoyment. Every atrium is a lively social hub, providing endless paths to wander, cozy conversation nooks in which to connect, and many of the resort’s restaurants, bars, and boutiques. Breathtaking Atriums and GardensGaylord Palms | Key West Atrium

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Gaylord PacicChula Vista, CAOpening 2025Gaylord PalmsKissimmee, FL10 minutes from Nashville International Airport 10 minutes from Denver International AirportLess than 50 miles from Colorado mountain towns5 minutes from Disney® theme parks2,888 guest rooms, including 174 luxurious suites1,996 guest rooms, including 110 luxurious suites11,000 sq. ft. marina and pier featuring water taxis1,718 guest rooms, including 129 luxurious suitesMore than 700,000 sq. ft. of exible meeting, convention, exhibit, outdoor, and pre-function spaceMore than 500,000 sq. ft. of exible meeting, convention, exhibit, outdoor, and pre-function spaceMore than 545,000 sq. ft. of exible meeting, convention, exhibit, outdoor, and pre-function space487,000 sq. ft. of exible meeting, convention, exhibit, outdoor, and pre-function spaceMore than 500,000 sq. ft. of exible meeting, convention, exhibit, outdoor, and pre-function space• 263,775-sq.-ft. Ryman Exhibit Hall with 17 dedicated loading docks• Five ballrooms from 3,400 to 55,000 sq. ft.• Up to 110 breakout rooms• 180,000-sq.-ft. Prince George Exhibit Hall with 17 dedicated loading docks • Five ballrooms from 8,000 to 50,000 sq. ft.• Riverview Terrace outdoor waterfront venue• Up to 101 breakout rooms• 178,500-sq.-ft. Florida Exhibit Hall with 19 dedicated loading docks • Five ballrooms from 3,100 to 46,748 sq. ft.• Up to 104 breakout rooms• Two well-appointed boardrooms• 19,773-sq.-ft. Mangrove Lawn• 12,000-sq.-ft. Coquina Lawn• 175,000-sq.-ft. exhibit hall• Four ballrooms from 7,500 to 59,467 sq. ft.• Up to 78 breakout rooms• 22,000-sq.-ft. Aurora Patio• 20,000-sq.-ft. Veranda• Six outdoor event spaces from 4,800 to 22,000 sq. ft.• 140,049 sq.-ft. of carpeted, exible exhibit and event space• Three ballrooms from 2,500 to 29,223 sq. ft.• Up to 62 breakout and conference rooms• Five outdoor event lawns and terraces, totaling more than 135,000 sq. ft.Exciting attractions, including Grand Ole Opry®, General Jackson® Showboat, and Wildhorse Saloon®SoundWaves, a 4-acre, three-level upscale indoor/outdoor water attractionResort Quick Facts15 minutes from Reagan National AirportLess than 20 minutes from San Diego International AirportResort water park, including 4 outdoor poolsUnique food & beverage outlets, including the innovative sports bar Harbor SocialCalifornia-inspired cuisine and unique dining experiences10 minutes from DFW International Airport 1,814 guest rooms, including 152 luxurious suitesMore than 490,000 sq. ft. of exible meeting, convention, exhibit, outdoor, and pre-function space• 180,000-sq.-ft. Longhorn Exhibit Hall with 18 dedicated loading docks• Four ballrooms from 3,306 to 50,000 sq. ft.• Up to 100 breakout roomsGlass Cactus, a 26,804-sq.-ft. lakeside event venueGaylord OprylandNashville, TNGaylord RockiesAurora, COGaylord TexanGrapevine, TXGaylord NationalNational Harbor, MD10 | Meetings & Events Guide1,501 guest rooms, including 114 luxurious suitesArapahoe Springs Water Park, featuring a 720-foot winding lazy river1,600 guest rooms, including 89 luxurious suites20 minutes from Orlando International AiportParadise Springs Water Park accommodates up to 3,200 for group events3-acre Cypress Springs Water ParkGaylord Hotels® | 11

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12 | Meetings & Events Guide Gaylord Hotels® | 13 Meticulously crafted to cater to the requirements of both event planners and participants, every one of our resorts boasts an exceptional location in dynamic and vibrant destinations, all conveniently situated within a 10-20 minute radius of major airports.Nashville, Tennessee Our agship resort thrives on the energy and excitement of Music City. The electrifying destination features vibrant music, art, and culinary scenes. Explore the famous Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, and Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage. Kissimmee, Florida Delivering endless sunshine and entertainment, our central Florida property affords plenty of opportunity to enjoy the area’s beautiful weather, premier golf courses, and legendary attractions, including Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, Discovery Cove, and Universal Orlando theme parks. Prime Meeting LocationsGrapevine, Texas Located just outside the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the sprawling resort is within a short drive of several exciting attractions, theme parks, and sports arenas. Explore, dine, and shop in Historic Downtown Grapevine, visit the rodeo, tour Grapevine Vintage Railroad or Wine Trail, or catch a game at AT&T Stadium. 2.Aurora, Colorado The resort sits at the edge of the majestic Rocky Mountain foothills, minutes from Denver. Nearby local attractions include Wings Over the Rockies, Green Valley Ranch Golf Club, and Stanley Marketplace. National Harbor, Maryland Nestled on the beautiful shores of the Potomac River in National Harbor, Maryland, this towering resort is just minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. Experience National Harbor’s bustling dining scene and exciting attractions, including the Capital Wheel, TopGolf, MGM National Harbor®, and Tanger Outlets. Chula Vista, California opening 2025Opening in 2025, this breathtaking coastal resort is just seven miles from downtown San Diego and is anked by San Diego Bay and Chula Vista Marina, providing unimpeded views across the bay. Opening 2025

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14 | Meetings & Events Guide Gaylord Hotels® | 15 We have a complete line of in-house support, products, and services to help you stage a transformative event and customize your group's experience. Set the stage of your dreams and connect with your attendees through personalized branding, customizable lighting packages, dynamic digital signage, and meticulous attention to detail.Gaylord Palms | Villa de FloraGaylord Palms | Mezzanine Pre-FunctionGaylord National | Woodrow Wilson BallroomNo Boundaries to Your Imagination Our customizable spaces, services, and expertise make the meeting you have been dreaming of a reality. Each event is unique, and we encourage you to let your imagination soar. Once you set your vision, we will partner with you to unleash your creativity and design a truly one-of-a-kind conference that reects your company’s goals, brand, and style. If you can dream it, we can bring it to life. Whether you are planning for a series of personalized, experiential micro-moments, engaging and efcient meeting sessions, or exhibits that drive record-breaking sales, we will help you design, set the mood, and cater to diverse needs and parties. While our facilities and experiences are exceptional, our STARS (what we call our staff) bring each meeting and event to life with passion, expertise, and the most outstanding care.It is your show, but we are your behind-the-scenes partner to make the magic come to life. Our STARS begin by understanding your requirements and priorities and then work with a team of seasoned event professionals to partner with you to design and execute a one-of-a-kind experience and transform your ideas into incredible moments of connection. From an executive summit to an evening gathering beneath the stars or a lakeside gala at Gaylord Texan’s Glass Cactus, our event specialists are the best in the business and bring years of knowledge and local expertise to your gathering.Best-In-Class Event Creativity and Expertise3.

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Gaylord Hotels® | 17 Gaylord Palms | Coquina LawnNavigate the Journey with EaseWe are as invested in the success of your meeting as you, and we demonstrate that commitment every step of the way. This journey allows for perfect collaboration to build a program that reects your values, inspires ideas, and forges unshakeable connections. You can expect this same smooth, creative, and engaging process every time we partner with you.3. Seamless Planning and CommunicationOur expert team is here to make your event planning easy and successful. Using discovery sessions, site visits, tastings, and regular check-ins, the event team will support every element of planning, from ideation to logistics. We will share creative options that maximize your budget, forecasting tools for budget planning, and trends on how to bring customized, spectacular moments to life.5. We Are With You To the EndEven after your event ends onsite, we continue to be your committed partner through support on billing, post-event feedback, and any outstanding items or questions to ensure our awless wrap-up.4. Flawless, Onsite ExecutionWhen it is go time, your dedicated onsite event team is by your side, providing top-notch service. Experience Gaylord Hotels’ signature event experience managers (also known as Teal Coats), your on-demand single point of contact empowered to address all concerns, changes, and questions. Our onsite team makes your life easier – taking care of you, your VIPs, and your attendees – and helps you manage all the details to ensure your event goes off without a hitch.6. Your Partner for Years To ComeYou get peace of mind and easier planning when you return year after year to Gaylord Hotels – whether at the same resort or one of our ve other locations. At every meeting you host with us, you will nd consistent, quality service and dedication to excellence. 2. Building Your Team of ExpertsYou will have your sales and events manager at your service and as your main points of contact every step of the way for ease and consistency. Based on your specic objectives, we will bring together and coordinate the best-in-class experts across departments, the destination, vendors, and your teams. 1. Setting the Vision We will partner closely with you to understand your vision and needs to provide transparent pricing and a clear contract that delivers on your meeting’s specic objectives.16 | Meetings & Events GuideNo Boundaries to Your Imagination

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No Boundaries to Your ImaginationGaylord Rockies | Maple Breakout RoomSales and EventsOur leading sales, event planning, and execution professionals are your centralized points-of-contact that are with you every step of the way. They will be your partners in planning and ideation, by your side to assist with space planning, meeting agenda ows, creative production and reception design, local DMC and vendor relationships, and budget best practices.CateringWe have redened catering, bringing creativity and quality to banquet-style settings with expert chefs and elevated cuisine.EncoreOur A/V partner, Encore, has an exclusive team dedicated to meetings at Gaylord Hotels, ensuring the success of your most complex audiovisual needs and allowing attendees to focus on your content. Create unforgettable scenes and compelling setups that inspire and excite your attendees.FinanceOur new billing team and process provide a clear and comprehensive breakdown of charges ensuring greater transparency throughout the entire event planning process. TechnologyOur dedicated, in-house, expert technology teams create customized, easy-to-understand plans for connectivity, production, and engagement solutions, with clear and consistent pricing across all resorts.Meet the Team18 | Meetings & Events GuideGaylord Hotels® | 19

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20 | Meetings & Events GuideWorld-Class Catering ExperiencesEvery meal tells a story. Whether experienceing a coffee break, an al fresco outing, or an elegantly plated dinner, your guests will leave with lasting memories.Drawing inspiration from individual tastes, seasonal offerings, and each destination, our award-winning chefs and expert sommeliers deliver inventive, delectable culinary and beverage activations that both nourish and wow your attendees.Our chefs can create experiential live stations, an exquisite, ve-course plated dinner expertly paired with hand-selected beers from local breweries, invigorating smoothie shooters, or a funky gourmet popcorn food truck for a refreshing mid-morning coffee break. Or if you are seeking a touch of nostalgia, our trendy make-your-own old-fashioned bar awaits you at an intimate reception. With our versatile space, professional staff, and innovative approach, we can bring any culinary vision to life, ensuring an unforgettable experience for you and your attendees.No Boundaries to Your ImaginationOur chefs design each meal or reception with you in mind. The menu selection begins with a pre-conference tasting session to help perfect the experience and stamp it with your brand. From your rst bite to the last sip, our renowned chefs and master sommeliers craft every experience just for you.

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Gaylord Hotels® | 23 Gaylord Opryland | Magnolia Lobby EntranceDelight in Lasting Connections4.Beyond providing a venue, we strive to become your dedicated partner in achieving long-term success. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way, ensuring your goals and aspirations are met with unwavering dedication.22 | Meetings & Events GuideWhether hosting a gathering for 10 or 10,000, you are part of the Gaylord Hotels family.We see our customer relationships as so much more than a one-time transaction. We focus on getting to know you, your organization, and your attendees and helping care for those who matter most to you. From resort to resort, we believe in fostering long-term relationships by serving as true partners who are meticulous about providing excellence and expertise to make your success easy and extraordinary, time and time again. And when we have the honor of partnering with you again, we are diligent about keeping an ongoing relationship so your meeting preferences, goals, and needs are easily carried over, year after year.

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24 | Meetings & Events Guide Gaylord Hotels® | 25 Teal is the New BlackWhen you arrive, you will be assigned an event experience manager, also known as a Teal Coat. Setting the industry standard for on-site meeting coordination and support, Teal Coats are part of your event planning team and are proactive meeting professionals dedicated to serving your event’s every need. Our Teal Coats ensure every detail is executed seamlessly. Whether coordinating load in and out; ensuring pre-function, meeting room, and reception sets and technology are ready for showtime; or caring for you, your VIPs, and your attendees, your Teal Coat is with you every step of the way.Our Teal Coats are connected to every resort department, trained to solve any problems, and empowered to make decisions, ensuring a awless event and resolving any unexpected challenges that arise.When you need something done, our best-in-the-industry Teal Coats make it happen.Delight in Lasting ConnectionsGaylord Texan | Glass Cactus “Attentive. Nice to know we had someone literally waiting to hear from me.”“So nice to have someone dedicated to our group. So much easier than having to nd someone for each department.”“They [Teal Coats] are some of the best on-site staff I have ever worked with in my 30 years of event experience.”““What Our Customers Are Saying

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Gaylord Hotels® | 27 Indulge in the ExtraordinaryEach meeting at Gaylord Hotels provides endless, awe-inspiring moments to experience the extraordinary. Known for outstanding guest experiences, stunning environments, unique VIP services, plush guestrooms and suites, and innovative entertainment, each Gaylord Hotel provides one-of-a-kind, wow-worthy moments and leaves lasting, memorable impressions.Gaylord Texan | Lone Star Atrium5.26 | Meetings & Events GuideUnlock Efciency With Our App Our all-new Gaylord Hotels: Resort App is a one-stop shop for your stay. Navigate our resort with step-by-step directions, make dining reservations, look up activity information, purchase event tickets, book spa reservations, or take care of anything you need to enhance your visit. The Gaylord Hotels: Resort App seamlessly integrates with the Marriott Bonvoy™ Mobile App, allowing you to skip the front desk, check-in online, and chat with a front desk agent. With additional features to pinpoint and share your location, meeting with colleagues and friends is easy.

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Gaylord Hotels® | 31 Sometimes creativity and connection call for a more serene environment. Our sophisticated suites are designed to encourage collaboration and boast modern conveniences with plenty of room to work or network. Catering to you and your VIPs, our spacious suites provide a luxurious haven for work, relaxation, and indulgence amid the dynamic energy of a meeting or convention.Your most cherished attendees will enjoy a retreat of complete tranquility and the indulgence of a beautifully appointed home away from home. With a focus on delivering extraordinary experiences, Gaylord Hotels’ unique events and entertainment help bring people together. World-renowned for its family-friendly activities, water parks, and attractions – whether pool parties; live music; themed scavenger hunts; acres of amazing holiday decorations; or Gaylord Hotels’ original experience, ICE! – guests of all ages are sure to be engaged and awed. Extend your stay or invite your family and take advantage of our exceptional entertainment and recreational offerings. These experiences can also serve as opportunities for team building, fostering deeper connections that go above and beyond the ordinary.Indulge in the ExtraordinaryExceptional Entertainment, Activities, and Holiday SplendorGaylord National | Sequoia Presidential SuiteGaylord Opryland I Presidential Suite BedroomGaylord National | Atrium at ChristmasExtraordinary Suites30 | Meetings & Events Guide

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Gaylord Hotels® | 33 Below are just a few examples of how Gaylord Hotels is maximizing sustainability in its development and operations.• Prioritizing locally sourced produce, sh, and ingredients as well as building materials, furniture, xtures, and equipment. • Implementing a new waste management system at Gaylord Rockies. ORCA diverts food waste from landlls by breaking it down into environmentally safe liquid which can be disposed of using the existing sanitary sewer system.• All properties have a robust recycling program including cardboard, pallets, kitchen cooking oil, soap, and plant material. • A commitment to sustainable operations across energy, waste, and water, including things like LED lighting across most interior spaces, occupancy-controlled thermostats, low-ow faucets and showerheads, installation of water rell stations, planting of drought-resistant plants, and more.• Apiaries at Gaylord Rockies, Gaylord Opryland, and Gaylord Palms provide honey and environmental support. Gaylord National features a rooftop colony.• At Gaylord Rockies and Gaylord National, Combined Heat & Power (CHP) technology enhances energy resilience and efciency, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and gas and electricity use.• In 2023, Gaylord Hotels implemented a brand-wide mobile app. The new technology has reduced the need for paper maps and in-room collateral, providing information digitally that does not require reprinting when updated. Gaylord Hotels proudly supports the American Hotel & Lodging Association's 'Responsible Stay' initiative, an industry-wide sustainability program. This effort focuses on reducing water usage, innovative waste reduction, responsible sourcing, and optimizing energy efciency. Our Commitment to ConservationGaylord Opryland | Garden Conservatory Atrium32 | Meetings & Events Guide

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Exceeding ExpectationsAAA Four Diamond Award 2022Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention CenterGaylord Palms Resort & Convention CenterGaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Since 2019Northstar Meetings Group Stella AwardsGaylord Hotels 2023 Gold Winner, Best Hotel ChainGaylord Hotels 2021 Finalist, Best Hotel ChainGaylord Hotels 2020 Silver Winner, Best Hotel ChainGaylord Hotels 2019 Honored as a 16-Time Award WinnerAAA Four Diamond Award 2021Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention CenterAAA Three Diamond Award 2022Gaylord National Resort & Convention CenterAAA Three Diamond Award 2021Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention CenterU.S. News & World ReportBest Hotels Rankings 2023Gaylord Texan #5 Hotel in Dallas-Fort Worth and #34 Hotel in TexasGaylord Rockies #24 Hotel in Denver and #58 Hotel in ColoradoGaylord Palms #3 Hotel in Kissimmee and #183 Hotel in FloridaGaylord National #10 Hotel in Maryland and #30 Hotel in Washington D.C.Gaylord Opryland #31 Hotel in Nashville and #65 Hotel in TennesseeBest Hotels Rankings 2022Gaylord Texan#1 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in DFW and #23 Hotel in DFW and #107 Hotel in TexasGaylord Rockies #20 Hotel in Denver and #56 Hotel in ColoradoGaylord Palms #2 Hotel in Kissimmee and #181 Hotel in FloridaGaylord National #10 Hotel in Maryland and #30 Hotel in Washington D.C.Gaylord Opryland #27 Hotel in Nashville and #58 Hotel in TennesseeBest Hotels Rankings 2021Gaylord Texan #20 Hotel in Dallas-Fort Worth and #102 Hotel in TexasGaylord Rockies #19 Hotel in Denver and #47 Hotel in ColoradoGaylord Palms #2 Hotel in Kissimmee and #188 Hotel in FloridaGaylord National #31 Hotel in Washington D.C.Gaylord Opryland #24 Hotel in Nashville and #50 Hotel in TennesseeFeatured AwardsSkift Meetings Awards, 2023Best Hotel Chain (US), Gaylord HotelsConventionSouth, 2023Readers' Choice Awards, Gaylord Hotels x4Spas of America, 2023Americas Favorite Spas List, Gaylord OprylandEnergy Star, 2021Energy STAR Certication, Gaylord Rockies ResortEnergy Star, 2021Energy STAR Certication, Gaylord Rockies ResortCvent Excellence Award, 2022Excellence and Ingenuity with Room Block Bookings, Gaylord Palms ResortSmart Meetings, 2018Smart Meeting Platinum Choice Award Winner, Gaylord National ResortGaylord Texan | Wine RoomAwards and Accolades34 | Meetinsg & Events GuideGaylord Hotels® | 35

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