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dik Nor Nature Spa- TH AL l ote Ten new hotels have opened or are slated for construction over the next two years, such as ALT Hotel downtown and The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview, among others, for a total of 9,000 rooms available in early 2016. The historic Metropolitan Entertainment Centre recently reopened to a fanfare of publicity. Located downtown next to MTS Centre, this beautifully restored multipurpose event centre, restaurant and lounge is a unique off-site heritage venue and meeting space, accommodating more than 1,000 people. The National Hockey League's Winnipeg Jets are back on the ice. The team plays its home games to enthusiastic crowds of 15,000 at MTS Centre, the city's top indoor sports arena and entertainment venue located on Portage Avenue downtown. Investors Group Field Opening in 2013, Investors Group Field is the new, state-of-the-art stadium for the Canadian Football League's Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Located in the University of Manitoba's Fort Garry campus, it boasts 33,500 seats with the ability to expand to 40,000 seats for major events. Most of the seating at the $200 million stadium is covered and the field is open to the sky. Relax mind, body and soul. Opening this fall, the $6 million Nordik Spa-Nature at Crescent Drive Golf Course is the city's hottest new pampering destination. Surrounded by nature, the spa offers a complete relaxation experience inspired by techniques found in Nordic countries, using a sauna, steam bath, and cold and hot water pools. The new, award-winning Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport terminal is a welcoming entry to the city and was recently named one of the world's iconic airports. Whether staying at the airport or downtown district, the terminal offers a quick commute to many major attractions, hotels and facilities. The sweet spot Located at the geographic centre of Canada, Winnipeg is a vibrant, multicultural, four-season city. With a population of more than 778,000 culturally diverse people, Winnipeg is renowned for its international flair and warm, friendly spirit. Winnipeg's great convention servicing companies, world-class attractions, innovative arts and entertainment scene, tantalizing restaurants, luxurious spas, fabulous shopping and compelling history make it an ideal destination to host your next meeting, convention or corporate event. 6 WINNIPEG 2013-14 | Be here and be transformed