Movie Industry Bombards Hollywood North: Girlfriend Celeb-Spot at Pantages

Movie Industry Bombards Hollywood North: Girlfriend Celeb-Spot at Pantages

TORONTO, June 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Girls everywhere are putting down the tabloids and choosing to get an up-close and personal look at their favorite stars near Toronto's hottest urban oasis -- the Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa. Known as Hollywood North, Toronto is a perennial favorite with producers for its likeness to New York City.

Already this summer, three feature films -- "16 Blocks," "Take the Lead" and "Truth Justice and the American Way" -- have been filmed within one block of the Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa, located in the heart of downtown Toronto. With the movie industry bombarding the city, more than 20 productions are set to film this summer -- boasting Hollywood hotties including Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck. Girlfriends take to the city scene with the Celeb- Spotting Package to find themselves in the midst of movie-making magic.

Celeb-Spotting Package -- $199 Cad** per person/night

* Star-Inspired Serenity Suite * In-Room Screening
* Insider Report * Paparazzi Punch
* Camera Ready Facial * Hollywood North Magazine
* Complimentary Continental Breakfast

The Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa -- rated best luxury hotel in Toronto* -- arms stargazing gals with the "insider report" on the movies currently filming, the stars likely to be on set and the hottest celeb-studded hangouts. With star-inspired accommodations, camera-ready facials, "liquid courage" in the form of Paparazzi Punch at the Pantages martini bar, and a collection of Toronto-staged favorites like "Chicago," "The Recruit" and "Save the Last Dance" on hand for in-room screening, girls prepare for the chance to catch their favorite stars in action.

After reveling in the excitement of the set, movie mavens retreat to the hardwood floors and gemstone turndowns of the Pantages Serenity suites. From the 400 thread count Egyptian cotton linens and plush king-sized beds to the custom-designed energy fountains and air purifiers in each room, girlfriends complete their star-struck experience with a night of gossip, favorite flicks and reminiscing over the day's antics along the streets, shops and sights captured on the big screen.

For more information on the Pantages Celeb-Spotting Package, visit the Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa at http://www.pantageshotel.com/ or call 866-852-1777.

* Rankings complied by Toronto.com.

** Rates per person/night; based on double occupancy. Package Valid until August 31, 2005. Spa reservations and accommodation are based on availability. Some restrictions may apply. Please ensure you book ahead to confirm your spa treatment(s). Spa will not issue receipt for insurance purposes. Can be booked for one night only, additional nights may be booked at best available rates. Packages must be booked direct with the hotel at 1-866-852-1777 or 416-945-5444 and a minimum of 72 hours in advance. Guests receive a copy of the current issue of Hollywood North Magazine.

Source: Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa

CONTACT: Holly Smith, hsmith@zimmerman.com, or Stefanie Phillips, both
of The Zimmerman Agency, +1-850-668-2222, for Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa

Web site: http://www.pantageshotel.com/

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