Thoughts after one visit to the Hutton Hotel in Nashville

The Parthenon in Nashville, Tennessee

Tango at Twilight in Centennial Park

Free tango lesson from 8-8:30 & stay for open dancing afterwards.

Hutton Hotel, in Nashville, honored as member of "The Leading Hotels in the World"

Hutton Hotel, a new four-star independent luxury hotel set to open on West End in January 2009, has been honored as a member of the world's most prestigious collection of luxury hotels: The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd.

"Achieving this status of The Leading Hotels of the World is a great honor, establishing Hutton Hotel as one of the finest hotels in the world," said Steven Andre, General Manager of Hutton Hotel. "We are delighted to be among a superior class of hotels and resorts that share our distinction and level of service."

Providing a fresh new alternative to downtown, Hutton Hotel is situated on West End, boasting an ideal balance of elegance and comfort. This independent luxury hotel houses innovative technology and sustainability features throughout paired with custom-designed finishes and amenities keeping business and weekend guests in mind.

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My Nashville...

My Nashville... is hard to put into words what makes it so special. To name a few things would have to include the slower pace, southern hospitality, good food and the country music. Together it all creates a wonderful place
~Nora

My Nashville...is the Opryland Hotel during Christmas
~Sabina

My Nashville...is West End, Belmont Blvd and 12 South area. It encompasses the more eclectic side of Nashville through fine food,arts and progressive thinking.
~Amanda

Upcoming events in Nashville

May 2 -May 4
Nashville, TN
Tennessee Crafts Fair
Celebrating its 37th anniversary in 2008 this juried crafts festival features more than 170 contemporary and traditional artists, continuous demonstrations, live music, and food. more

May 10
67th Annual Running of the Iroquois Steeplechase
Nashville's original "Rite of Spring." more

May 17
Nashville, TN
A Toast To Tennessee Wine Festival
Eventful day of festivities, fine wines, delicious food, and live entertainment. more

May 17
Nashville, TN
Robbery Mystery Train
Ride the 90-mile mystery train and try to solve “who did it.” more

Scenes from a late lunch at Mambu

Review to be posted on Webbspun Ideas on Monday.

Hotel Indigo is Open in Nashville

Situated just one mile from downtown Nashville, the 139-room conversion property is the first Hotel Indigo to open in Tennessee.

The 11-story Hotel Indigo West End is conveniently located just blocks from popular Music Row, Vanderbilt University, the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Tennessee State Capital. Other nearby attractions include the Grand Ole Opry, Belle Meade Plantation and Nashville Super Speedway. “Nashville is a creative and welcoming city, with a history rich in the performing arts, from world-famous country music to jazz, blues and rock,” said Jim Anhut, senior vice president, brand management, Hotel Indigo. “We’re excited to be bringing this hotel to a city just as unique as the Hotel Indigo brand."

The hotel features seven suites, the largest of which is a nearly 3,000 sq.-ft. Skyline Suite overlooking Music Row, the West End neighborhood and the skyline of downtown Nashville. The Skyline Suite boasts two balconies, fully equipped chef’s kitchen, separate living room and dining room, two bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. All suites offer separate sitting and sleeping areas, some include balconies, as well as upgraded amenities, use of the concierge lounge, and a minimum of 750 sq.-ft of space.

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Flowers in Centennial Park

Flowers, Insects and Colors

Tree Bowing Down into the Water

Centennial Park Signs

Bridge over Water

Planes, Trains and Picnic Tables?

Flowers in Centennial Park

Canadian Geese in Centennial Park

Cougar Head in Stone?

In the Centennial Park Garden

A Berry Good Day at the Park

Shakespeare in the Park- The Stage