TAMPA, Fla. � The Quorum Hotel-Tampa is stepping up to the plate with a grand-slam vacation package for baseball fans.

The Spring Training Packages offer guests a chance to see the 2005 New York Yankees take the field, then enjoy an all-star lineup of amenities and first-rate accommodations at the newly-renovated Quorum Hotel-Tampa.

The Tampa Legends package ranges from just $159 (Friday - Saturday) to $259 (Monday - Thursday) and includes a one-night stay for up to four guests in one of the hotel�s traditional island-style guestrooms. The package also includes one autograph kit complete with baseball, Sharpie and a disposable 35mm camera, and breakfast buffet for two at the fabulous Blue Water Grill. Guests can feast on a delicious assortment of fresh breakfast breads, bacon, sausage, eggs, pancakes, blintzes and more.

The Quorum Hotel-Tampa now offers plush island-inspired d�cor in all guest rooms, along with an outdoor pool and therapeutic spa and fitness center. After a big day at the ballpark, guests can unwind with a complimentary chair massage during the evening manager�s cocktail reception held every Monday through Friday evening in the posh, bamboo-accented lobby.

All 272 spacious guest rooms feature coffee makers, state-of-the-art electronic door locks, CD player, cordless phone, iron and board, vanity mirror, hairdryer, complimentary newspapers, oversized executive desk, alarm clock, remote control 25-inch television and on-command movies.

In addition to nearby Legends Field, the hotel is close to many other spring training teams including the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in St. Petersburg, Philadelphia Phillies in Clearwater and the Toronto Blue Jays in Dunedin. Quorum Hotel-Tampa also provides convenient access for families who want to explore Tampa�s many theme parks, cultural attractions and outdoor activities. Thrilling rides at Busch Gardens, upscale shopping at Westshore Plaza and International Plaza, a variety of championship golf courses, Gulf Coast beaches and performing arts are all just minutes away.

Founded in 1987, Quorum Hotels & Resorts operates and manages several popular properties throughout the United States including Quorum Hotel-Tampa, their first-ever independently flagged property and Tampa�s ideal resort for leisure and business travelers. The property recently underwent a $5 million renovation with all new furnishings and d�cor throughout, a new restaurant, cyber caf� and 2,000 square-feet of meeting space. The boutique-style Quorum offers an exciting blend of unique amenities and stellar service providing a memorable experience for guests. For reservations and information, please call toll-free (877) 4-QUORUM (478-6786), (813) 289-8200 or visit www.QuorumTampa.com.

*Excludes tax & gratuity. Subject to availability. Certain restrictions may apply.

Media Contact: Kelly Grass Prieto, APR Hayworth Creative Public Relations (813) 318-9611/kelly@hayworthcreative.com