With airport security so unpredictable these days, it's just not safe to travel with your consoles anymore. So why travel at all? It's a question that The Ritz-Carlton resort in Naples, Fla. has tried to answer with the introduction of its new "vue."
That's right -- it would seem that the "dazzling" views of the Gulf of Mexico just aren't engaging enough for today's vacationer, so the hotel has constructed a "virtual user experience." That's marketing-speak for "really jazzy living room." Pictured above, you'll spot the room's setup of LCDs wired to Wiis, PS3s and Xbox 360s, along with some iMacs in the center (not known for gaming, but they sure look swell.)
We know it's a little awkward to share your "living room" with complete strangers, but after a few heavy cocktails, who isn't down for a wicked Rock Band sesh with that one couple's only child, who happens to be allergic to the sun? Hmmm ... on second thought, maybe a "staycation" does better suit your budget this year.
Reader Comments (15)
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 8:35PM Borzen said
hay... mac's are getting steam any day now so we can play decent games...
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 8:54PM BlackedOut said
YHBT in advance but
I love how the 10 year olds are using the Macs and the Parents are using the Wii.
Ah, Demographics.
I love how the 10 year olds are using the Macs and the Parents are using the Wii.
Ah, Demographics.
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 9:01PM Menzlo said
Looks like a screenshot straight out of the Sims to me.
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 9:24PM Evin said
Can't you do that in real life?
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 9:24PM Gco said
*strokes mustache
hmmm yeeessss i may play a game while eating my rich cheeeese
hmmm yeeessss i may play a game while eating my rich cheeeese
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 10:10PM BlingOnMyWrist said
Hey, I live in Naples, FL! I can tell you that's it's not surprising to see something top notch and super expensive. Even if you don't go for this game room, you should definitely visit it here. Of all of the places I've been, it is the most beautiful, well maintained places in the US. I'm wondering if I can just waltz into the Ritz and plop into this fancy little room or if I need some sort of room key...
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 10:56PM Chief Oddball said
As a local myself, I feel like I'm in some kind of bizarro world reading about this on here.
At least they've relied heavily on the color white in the decor, undoubtedly so as not to piss off the Morgan family.
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At least they've relied heavily on the color white in the decor, undoubtedly so as not to piss off the Morgan family.
Posted: Apr 28th 2010 10:46PM (Unverified) said
I was here last week! Surprised this is joystiq news worthy. Wasn't as cool as it looks.
Posted: Apr 30th 2010 12:09AM Flat Rook said
Nice, I need to take a vacation.
Posted: Apr 29th 2010 1:05AM Espada said
ohh man. now u can tag along with grandma and grandpa. lol
"wait for me grandma" "i'm going with grandpa mom" "I love you grandma" ahhh home sweet home!
"wait for me grandma" "i'm going with grandpa mom" "I love you grandma" ahhh home sweet home!
Posted: Apr 29th 2010 10:54AM (Unverified) said
These people obviously aren't real gamers... look at that posture.
Posted: Apr 29th 2010 11:55AM (Unverified) said
I bet that room is hot as heck with all those tv's on. That's gonna be one heck of an air conditioning unit to keep that room cool lol
Posted: Apr 30th 2010 2:52AM (Unverified) said
lol i was there at christmas on holidays :D
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