Submitted by Christie Adams

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Perdido Beach Resort has been honored by readers of Meetings Focus South magazine for overall excellence in the meetings industry.

A recipient of the prestigious 2011 “Best of the South” award designating them an outstanding meeting property, Perdido Beach Resort was one of only three properties chosen within the State of Alabama.

Readers of Meetings Focus South, as many as 25,000 corporate, association and independent meeting planners, based their votes on the properties that delivered the highest level of service and quality; specifically, quality of meeting space; guest rooms; guest services and amenities; food and beverage service; high-tech services and equipment; recreational facilities and activities; the efficiency and helpfulness of staff; and overall value and experience.   

“We are very proud of this award and truly honored to be recognized by our clients and friends at Meetings Focus magazine,” said Tracy Adams, Director of Sales and Marketing of the Perdido Beach Resort. “This award is earned through the teamwork and dedication of our staff and the support of our guests.” 

The Perdido Beach Resort continues to be a leader in the convention market on Alabama’s Gulf Coast offering more than 346 rooms and more than 45,000 square feet of flexible indoor/outdoor meeting space featuring an 8,400-square-foot ballroom, exhibit space, beach decks, casual and fine dining, entertainment and lounge options, indoor & outdoor pool, fitness center, tennis courts, private dock, unparalleled amenities and more.  Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, the resort is less than 3 miles from the Florida state line; 45 miles west of Pensacola, and an hour and 5 minutes east of Mobile.