Join the Radio City Rockettes(tm) in Nashville's Longest Kick Line Join Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center on the Magnolia Lobby Front Lawn on Thursday, May 5 at noon as we attempt to set the record for the world's longest kick line...or at least the longest ever in Nashville. Participants will be able to kick along side the world-famous Radio City Rockettes(tm).

The first 300 people participating in the Kick Line event will be given a voucher for a FREE TICKET to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular(r) at the Grand Ole Opry House and will be provided FREE LUNCH at the Kick Line event. Self-parking will also be validated (FREE PARKING) for all attendees. Free transportation to the event will be available departing from the Wildhorse Saloon(r) at 11:30 a.m. Gaylord Opryland's "A Country Christmas(r)" presented by Cracker Barrel is proud to present the return of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular(r) presented by Allstate, starring the world-famous Rockettes(tm). Back by popular demand, this timeless tradition returns to Nashville with exciting new scenes, along with family favorites, such as the legendary "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers" and the awe-inspiring "Living Nativity". The Radio City Christmas Spectacular will be performed at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry House on the Gaylord Opryland Resort complex November 17 through December 31, 2005. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, May 17 at 10 a.m. For more information call 1-888-99-OPRY. And the Award goes to...Ristorante Volare has won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the second year in a row. In addition to authentic Italian dishes, Ristorante Volare offers a vast selection of wines hand-selected to create perfect synergy with the menu items offered. The menu at Ristorante Volare has undergone quite a transformation as a direct result of the skills and knowledge acquired on the voyage across the sea to Tuscany. To experience Ristorante Volare or any other Gaylord Opryland restaurant call (615) 871-6848. New Armed Forces Day rate Gaylord Opryland salutes and supports our Armed Forces by offering discounts to all card-holding military personnel and veterans. President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday for citizens to come together and thank our military members for their patriotic service in support of our country. On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under one department - the Department of Defense.

Discounts Available May 20 through 21 and May 29 through June 1, 2005: * Gaylord Opryland(tm) Resort - Enjoy room accommodations for only $69*. That's saving of more than $150 per night. Refer to code PATRIOT. * Grand Ole Opry(r) - Buy One, Get One FREE Opry tickets. Refer to code MIL. * General Jackson(r) Showboat - Save 10% on adult lunch or dinner cruises (limit 4). Refer to Code 1A01A. * Springhouse Links(r) - Show your military ID and receive $5 off the rate of the day for a round of golf. * Wildhorse Saloon(r) - Show your military ID for FREE admission*.

* Ryman Auditorium(r) - Save $2 on any daytime tour or Bluegrass performance. Refer to Code 1A01. * Grand Ole Opry Tours - Receive a 10% off adult sightseeing tours. Refer to Code 1A01 For reservations, entertainment schedules, and more information, call 1-888-777-OPRY.

Mayberry Cast Reunion - Gaylord Opryland will host a Mayberry Cast Reunion from June 17 through 19. Vacation packages are available for this memorable three-day event. Special themed events include a reunion dinner show with Don Knotts (Barney Fife), Betty Lynn (Thelma Lou), George Lindsey (Goober Pyle) and other favorite characters from the classic television show. The packages includes two-night room accommodations at Gaylord Opryland, a ticket to Mayberry Mystery Dinner Theater, a ticket to the Grand Ole Opry, a Mayberry panel discussion featuring a special guest host and actors from the TV show, breakfast buffet one morning at Cascades Seafood Restaurant or Rachel's, and other special themed activities throughout the weekend. Packages start at $284 per person, plus tax, based on double occupancy. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-999-OPRY or visit www.gaylordopryland.com.

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Media Relations Contacts: Please feel free contact us for more details regarding any of these updates. Allison Lanquist, 615-458-2877; alanquist@gaylordhotels.com Jeffrey Zimmer, 615-458-2873; jzimmer@gaylordhotels.com