Lounges

HA401 : The Class : Operations : Food : Lounges

Lounges

Resorts also offer a wide range of lounge or entertainment options for their guest. The tropical or desert climate offer many opportunities for theme or specialty lounges.

Casual lounges - These are the more traditional lounges located off the main lobby and are a meeting place to enjoy a drink in a social setting that is convenient and relaxing.
Sports bars — These lounges offer an active sporting atmosphere where food and beverages are served in a sports theme environment. Large screen TV’s, many different TV’s and separate areas offer guests the opportunity to watch several different sporting events at the same time. The food menu is light and casual promoting the sports feel and an active focus on current sporting events.
Theme lounges — The Tiki Hut or Nineteenth Hole are examples of theme lounges provide yet another atmosphere for relaxation. They are often located out side with close proximity to beaches, swimming pools, or golf courses.
Nigh clubs — For dancing and active entertainment, many resorts offer the traditional night club experience. Live bands can provide disco, rock and roll, big band sounds, or contemporary music. Night clubs at some resorts are very active hotspots for the local residents as well as resort guests.

One of the exciting parts of going to a new resorts is to see what kind of new or specialized dining opportunities are offered by a resort. The destination often determines what kinds of restaurants and lounges are incorporated into the resort. The openness of resort lobbies and the outdoor activities they offer provide some very unique and relaxing setting for guest dining. These dining venues encourage the guest to relax and enjoy the view, the sunset or the culture of their chosen resort.

Once you have completed this module you should:

Go on to Topic 3:Meetings and Group Business
or
Go back to Topic 2:Food and Beverages

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