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Project:
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Proposed Full-Service Nature and Ecological Resort
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Location:
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The Everglades at Big Cypress, Florida
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Land:
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15 Leased Acres with the Seminole Tribe of Florida
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Lease Terms:
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Expires November 2058 (50-year Lease with 25-year option for renewal)
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Guestrooms:
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First Phase – Approximately 124 beautifully appointed guest rooms including 80 suites located within a main lodge and separate buildings
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Buildings:
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The main lodge will be three stories to accommodate the outstanding views of the Wildlife Park and Everglades. Additional facilities include food and beverage, retail, conference center, wellness center, and educational and recreational facilities.
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Food & Beverage:
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A well-designed and efficient facility that includes local and fresh cuisine, educational menus, and exceptional service
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Retail:
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Unique gift, art, educational, recreational, and spa items
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Conference Center:
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First Phase - Minimum of 7,500 square feet (not including function space) for “state-of-the-art” facilities; professional catering and banquet services provided.
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Other Features:
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Outdoor water facilities; an educational facility to focus on sustainability and educational programs; recreational programs that include scenic tours, ecology within the Everglades, kayaking, biking, hiking, wildlife viewing, survival programs, and various outdoor adventures; and a wellness center that focuses on health, fitness, and educational programs and classes.
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Location Benefits:
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Located in the middle of the Everglades near Big Cypress, Florida. Only 45 minutes from Fort Lauderdale Airport; 60 minutes from downtown Miami; 75 minutes from downtown Naples (west coast of Florida); 2.5 hours from Orlando, two miles from the Seminole Tribe Headquarters and the newly constructed Seminole Museum; and adjacent to Billie Swamp Safari, a 2,200 acre wildlife attraction.
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Market Segments:
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International and domestic leisure, meetings, groups, SMERF, and nature based tours
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