Montauk Pioneer - May 22, 2009 - Seinfeld Sweepstakes And Gurney's

The re-runs happen every day, and for some reason America just can't get enough. "Seinfeld" is one of those shows that will last forever. Well, its summer time and Sony and Fox are big fans of Seinfeld also, especially the episode where they take a trip out "To the Hamptons" for a weekend. You remember the episode where Kramer steals lobsters from a local lobster trap and where George experiences "shrinkage." It pretty much gets us every time.

Well, the people at Sony are now offering one very impressive prize for those that are fans of the show. A free, four-day weekend in Montauk that is fit for a king is being offered with no purchase necessary, all you have to do is go to www.sonypictures.com/tv/shows/seinfeld/sweeps/ and enter to win.

The grand prize winner gets a roundtrip, economy class airfare for two to New York City, NY. A $500 gift card to be used for ground transportation to Montauk and hotel accommodations at Gurney's In Resort and Spa in Montauk. This also includes a four day Thalasso Spa Experience at Gurney's Sea Water Spa for two, which includes spa treatments, daily spa meals, a discovery trek of the walking dunes and daily guided beach walks as well as Gurney's signature make-up bag, embroidered robe and beach tote. The trip also includes a free dinner for two at the Southampton Publick House, dinner for two at Oso at the Southampton Inn and one Seinfeld merchandise pack. Not too bad of a package for those that love to watch "Seinfeld" and enjoy a good pampering. The five first prize winners receive the Seinfeld merchandise pack so sign up.

It's true that there are several conference and meeting facilities on Long Island, but there is only one that is right on the ocean, has an authentic Seawater Spa and Thalasso Center and is offering complimentary Wireless Internet Access throughout the entire resort, on the beach, in all meeting rooms and in your pleasant accommodations as you sip your morning coffee overlooking the majestic Atlantic.

These are just a couple of the reasons why so many of the groups that hold meetings at Gurney's Inn Resort, Spa and Conference Center have returned to the brink o' the beach year after year. The historic East End inn was founded in 1926 by Maude Gurney and purchased from her by Nick Monte in 1956 - but the plans for Gurney's famous Seawater Spa and Thalasso Center were only drawn up by the late Nick Monte three decades ago. Today this world famous Thalasso Center, the only one of its kind in the continental US, is a hidden oasis on the ocean in Montauk, and is entirely dedicated to the well-being, rejuvenation, relaxation and inspiration of the individual. Many stressed New Yorkers and Long Island business people take advantage of this one of a kind resort/spa/conference center right in their own backyard. Gurney's Inn Resort, Spa and Conference Center has a special allure. The flexible meeting spaces (most of them Ocean View) may easily accommodate between 10 and 300 guests, whether the group-planners are looking for a company strategy session, a team-building retreat, an intimate cocktail party or a celebratory banquet.

Gurney's casually elegant meeting rooms provide a classy, flexible space for the perfect event or conference, inspiring a productive and memorable experience. They have teleconferencing capabilities for long-distance meetings and Wireless Internet access is enabled in all meeting areas and public spaces - even at the beach. As always, Gurney's professional event planners oversee each detail of your group with their mantra being, "the only thing we overlook is the ocean."

Gurney's offers a variety of teambuilding activities designed to promote cooperation, creativity and fun such as Sand Castle Building, Horseback Riding (Trails and Beaches), Team Beach Volleyball, Nature Hikes, Tug-of-War on the Beach, Off-Road Biking, Thermalism Sea Plunge, Fitness, Spinning & Yoga Classes, Spa Cuisine Cooking Demonstrations, Water Color Painting, Off-Shore Fishing and Surfcasting, Pub Quizzes, Sail Boat Charters, Private Group Fitness Classes, Group Chair Massages, Spa Nutrition, Lifestyle Lectures, Aerobic Ocean Air Beach Walks, Shotgun Golf Tournaments and so much more. The spa also offers spa experiences for groups, that we highly recommend.

Since Montauk is known as the fishing capital of the world, this fact is reflected in the menus of the renowned Sea Grille restaurant. Three beautifully appointed, oceanfront dining rooms offer international selections with the emphasis on morning-caught fish, locally harvested shellfish, farmers organic produce and regional specialties such as the Long Island Duck. Warm weather allows fun luncheons, sophisticated cocktail parties, and private dinners indoors or outdoors, like their famous Montauk Lobster Bakes or Long Island Wine dinners.

There's something for everyone when it comes to entertainment at Gurney's. For drinking, laughing and dancing, the place to be is the Port O' Call bar. Dance to DJ Des and DJ Linda every Friday and Saturday night and don't forget the Karaoke on Thursdays. Or experience a night of live New York City stand-up comedy overlooking the ocean. Gurney's comedy shows are everything you expect from a comedy club - humor that's intelligent, edgy, controversial, thought provoking and, of course hilarious. ( every Wednesday night after the Lobster bake in high season) Moonlit beach bonfires can be arranged and they even provide the Marshmallows. If you love fishing you may want to go surfcasting or you may charter a boat with your group for a half or full day of fishing. You may go out on a Party Boat, and join other enthusiastic anglers, or you can rent a boat and head out on your own with your 'crew.' Montauk is known for its bountiful catches of Striped Bass, Tuna, Fluke, Bluefish, Flounder and Sharks. Gurney's Inn Resort, Spa and Conference Center and its Seawater Spa and Thalasso Center with a 1000 feet of private, wide, white sandy ocean beach respects its natural resources, and the privacy of its guests and groups. Granted, many adore Gurney's for its breathtaking ocean views, maritime feel and amazing spa; but they also deliver grand service, superb cuisine and a one of kind, top-notch meeting and conference facility. No detail is overlooked at Gurney's. This Long Island Institution, managed by General Manager, CEO, Paul Monte, and many other Monte Family members, is recognized for its overall commitment to guest and group satisfaction. Their wealth of experience in hosting meetings for some of the Tri-States most prominent companies will ensure a meeting whose success is felt long afterwards.