Reporter's Retreat Opens at Mall of America(R)

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., Aug. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The nation's most unique retail and entertainment destination unveiled a one-of-a-kind media center. Mall of America(R) is providing solace for RNC-frenzied media by opening a space created solely for them. The Reporter's Retreat at Mall of America will serve as an area for RNC media to relax, recharge and renew during the hectic week of the Republican National Convention being held inthe Twin Cities metropolitan area.

The specially created media room will provide all credentialed media with a space to work, wireless internet access, use of a computer and printer, unique media-only tours of the mammoth building and an array of refreshments. Visiting media will also have access to media materials from Mall of America and its many partners including Nickelodeon Universe(R), Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium, Eagan Convention and Visitors Bureau and Destination Bloomington among others.

Fresh fruit, snacks, soda, water and comfortable chairs will be available. The decked-out room also includes four TV monitors airing news channels featuring recent and breaking stories.

"Media will be able to arrange interviews and tours of Mall of America at our Reporter's Retreat," said Dan Jasper, director of public relations. "This is a great opportunity for visiting media to take a break from the RNC and see what Mall of America has to offer its visitors and the great state of Minnesota. We'll also provide great story ideas to reporters and unique media experiences not available to the public. We've already been contacted by media outlets from across the country and throughout the world, and it appears the Reporter's Retreat is going to be a real hit."

The Reporter's Retreat is located on the second level in the northeast corner of Nickelodeon Universe, the 7-acre indoor amusement park situated in the center of Mall of America.

Media visiting Mall of America will be required to check-in for media credentials at this location. For more information contact Mall of America public relations at 952-883-8805.

    Mall of America RNC Events schedule:
    Fashion Day at Mall of America(R) -- Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008
    8 a.m. - Noon
    Nordstrom Court

Mall of America(R) trend and wardrobe specialist Sara Rogers will be available to show the latest and greatest in back-to-school trends and fall fashion from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Rogers will also demonstrate how to tackle the nation's largest shopping and entertainment complex including a guided media tour of locally owned andMinnesota specialty stores from 10 a.m. - Noon. Rogers is also available by appointment for special interviews and segments. Find out more at http://www.mallofamerica.com/about_moa_experts.aspx

Kids Stump the Delegate Game show -- Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

West Market Square

RNC delegates may need to reassess their civics knowledge after local fifth and sixth graders attempt to bamboozle them in a test of U.S. government, politics and history in "Kids Stump the Delegates" game show at Mall of America(R). SixBloomington area students from Oak Grove Middle School will be pitted against six delegates from various states in a 45 minute battle of questions and answers to claim bragging rights and a donation for local schools.

Experience Nickelodeon Universe Day at Mall of America(R) -- Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008

Nickelodeon Universe

6 a.m. - Noon

As a media member here's your chance to ride Avatar Airbender, one of the new thrill roller coasters at Nickelodeon Universe before the amusement park opens for the day. During this time media are welcome to do live shots, hang out with Nickelodeon characters and interview the Nickelodeon Universe marketing director. From 10 a.m. to noon you can experience all rides.

Swim or SCUBA with Sharks Day at Mall of America(R) -- Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008

Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium

6 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Reporters are invited to experience an EXTREME adventure -- swimming with the sharks (and fish)! Get up close to over 60 types of tropical fish including puffers, stingrays, and even sharks! No special certifications required. Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium will also feature the grand opening of The Glass Sharks Exhibit containing 56 Glass Sharks that represent the 56 states and territories with U.S. delegates. Two RNC additions to the aquarium are the Elephant Nose Fish and Donkey Dung Sea Cucumbers.

Live Shark and a spokesperson from Underwater Adventures(R) will be at the media room on Aug. 30 and Aug. 31 from 11a.m. - 4 p.m., as well as Friday, September 5 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

About Mall of America

Mall of America is the nation's largest retail and entertainment complex. The 4.2 million square foot complex is home to more than 520 world-class shops; Nickelodeon Universe, the nation's largest indoor family amusement park; Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium, a 1.2 million gallon walk-though aquarium; a 14-screen movie theater and more. The Mall opened in August of 1992 and is located inBloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis andSt. Paul. For more information visit mallofamerica.com

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