Good Afternoon
The dates of the Reunion are Oct 7-11 2018. The hotel is currently taking reservations (see below) and depending on availablity will take honor the rates from two days prior til two days after. Please use the information in the letter below to make your reservations as that will guarantee you the negotiated rate.
Don’t worry about the dinner – that will be considered in the upcoming registration information, but book your rooms as soon as you are comfortable.
Thanks,
John McHugh
Stay tuned for more information as we will be updating this as we go along and will be adding the Registration and additional activities.
Please keep reading for the hotel information!
Dear USS Halibut:
Welcome to The Maxwell House in Nashville! All of us at the Hotel are thrilled that you have selected our property for your Reunion. Until you can come and visit, here is some general information about next steps:
First; Make A Reservation For Your Stay At The Maxwell House:
Your group has a unique code that will guarantee your room rate of $139.75 (which includes fees and taxes) in room block; 1810MRGCVB. Use this code when you are making your reservations on the phone or on line.
- You can make a reservation by calling the Reservation Line: (800) 457-4460 Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM -7:00 PM (CST).
- You can directly email the Reservation Coordinator, mckay@millenniumhotels.com, with your reservation request. Make sure to include your contact information, dates you are requesting and room type (King Bed or Double Bed) you are requesting. We do our best to honor your requests!
- You may extend your stay! The special rates for The USS Halibut are available 2 days Pre start of your event and 2 days Post your event ( based on hotel availability)
Second; Get Ready To Eat Well While You Are At The Maxwell House:
- Dinner on Wednesday will be amazing! The Hotel has met with the USS Halibut planners and they have selected a bountiful and generous option for you. From the cocktail hour to dinner time, this meal will be a memorable experience. There will be an especially selected offering of salads and accompaniments, delightful and enticing entrees and luscious desserts. For $51.10 (includes all taxes and fees) this is a great deal.
Third; A Few Details To Prepare For Your Stay At The Maxwell House:
- Please feel free to park your car in one of our 400 parking spots. Unlike the rest of Nashville hotels, we do not charge for parking. The hotel has a shuttle that runs to downtown and back every 30 minutes. The shuttle is first come, first served and is a great option when you want head to The Honkey -Tonk Highway (Lower Broadway) for a boot scootin’ good time.
- RVs are welcome to be parked in the parking lot too. But, there is no water or electricity hookups. Please do not stay in your RV while it is in the parking lot. Come on in and get a room!
- Outside food is welcome in the Hospitality Rooms and in your own room. However, please do not bring in outside food to be consumed in other areas.
Fourth; The Most Important Part of For Your Stay At The Maxwell House:
- Be ready to have a good time. Everyone at the hotel- from the Front Desk Staff to the Restaurant and Bar Staff, Housekeeping and The Sales Team are so excited you are coming. Please let them know if you need anything to make your stay more comfortable.
Here is a bit of history behind Maxwell House Coffee:
Most likely over the last several decades, you have heard Maxwell House‘s famous slogan for their coffee, “Good to the Last Drop.” The slogan has actually been around since 1917, but it wasn’t until the 1930s that Maxwell House started to explain where the slogan came from, possibly due to the fact that Coca-Cola was using the same slogan at this time.
According to Maxwell House lore, President Theodore Roosevelt was visiting Andrew Jackson at Jackson’s estate, The Hermitage, on October 21, 1907. During this visit, he was served Maxwell House coffee, and he reportedly said that it was “good to the last drop.” Owners Leon T. Cheek and John Neal heard President Roosevelt’s bold statement, and they adopted it as their corporate slogan.
Local press in Tennessee did cover Roosevelt’s visit, and one paper did cover the story regarding Roosevelt’s response to the Maxwell House coffee. However, according to that source, Roosevelt said, “This is the kind of stuff I like to drink, by George, when I hunt bears.”
Maxwell House has since then said that the slogan was originally written by Clifford Spiller, a former president of General Foods. Yet, in 2009, the coffee company reverted back to its original claims that the slogan came from Roosevelt. They even ran a commercial depicting President Roosevelt retelling that famous story.
Whether it’s true or not, it’s a fun piece of legend for Maxwell House, and it certainly explains why they haven’t departed from their slogan in nearly 100 years.
A little bit about the Hotel:
The Grand Ballroom – The largest of our event spaces. It features a 26-foot ceilings and is decorated in regal décor. Up to 500 guests can be comfortably accommodated within this opulent ballroom or the space can be divided into three (3) smaller sections, hosting 175 guests each. The Promenade Foyer is adjacent to the ballroom and is perfect for early arrivals and cocktail receptions.
The Crown Ballroom – This is our premier ballroom. Located on the 10th floor of the hotel, this space provides spectacular views through its tall windows. With the rolling hills of Tennessee and the Nashville skyline to savor, the ballroom makes a charming venue. Up to 250 guests can be accommodated within this private space.
The Pavilion – For summertime events, the outside Pavilion is a perfect choice. The space can accommodate up to 200 guests. This location is the perfect site for a Bar- Be- Que, a cocktail reception or just an outdoor party. Guests approach Pavilion from a landscaped walkway, replete with lush green lawns and brightly colored flowers.
Junior Ballrooms – A smaller meeting room that can hold up to 50 people. Ideal for conferences, sales meetings, seminars, small to medium groups and related events and activities.
Once again, everyone at The Maxwell House looks forward to your arrival.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance in any way.
Most sincerely,
Deborah Lederman
Sales Manager
615-313-1365
Deborah.Lederman@millenniumhotels.com
Remember if you are making reservations follow the instructions above, but if you want to visit the site and see about the Maxwell House click here!