The Saint Hotel Announces Opening Date

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Barbara Buzzell
The Buzzell Company
214-219-9191
bb@buzzellco.com

THE SAINT HOTEL ANNOUNCES OPENING DATE
50’x50’ Banner Installed to Spread the Word

Banner installation rendering

WHAT:
Installation of a 50 foot by 50 foot banner which will announce the opening date of The Saint Hotel. A 130 foot extendable “snorkel truck” will install the sign on the Canal Street side of the building (rendering of sign placement above).

WHEN:
Banner installation:
Thursday, August 18, 2011
8:00AM until 12:00PM (approx.)

WHERE:
931 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA
(on Canal Street at Burgundy Street)

WHO:
Available for interviews:
D. Mark Wyant, Sr.
Owner and Developer
The Saint Hotel for Canal Street Lodging LLC
• Address his plans for the property
• Details of the hotel
• Hard hat tours available to accredited media

BACKGROUND:
Built in 1909 and located on Canal Street at Burgundy Street in the world famous New Orleans French Quarter, the historic landmark Audubon Building has been totally renovated and re-christened as The Saint Hotel. Striking a balance between its storied past and limitless future, The Saint Hotel will provide the ultimate luxury lifestyle destination, following its recent $45 million dollar purchase and transformation. The property will reflect a new and contemporary spirit and look while staying true to important designs and traditions, such as the opulent grandeur of the Beaux Arts décor and era. The 166-room, 8-story Saint Hotel includes 320 sq. ft. modern guest rooms; 1450 sq. ft. of meeting and special event space; Sweet Olive, a chef-driven modern American restaurant; the Burgundy Bar offering live jazz; and Halo, a rooftop bar and lounge with panoramic views of downtown New Orleans.