Superstar Usher Rocks Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort

MIAMI, Dec. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Palace Resorts - the company that sets the standard in five-star, all-inclusive resort accommodations – hosted the celebration of the year and closed out 2012 with international superstar and seven-time Grammy-Award winning singer and entertainer, Usher. The R&B singing sensation rocked the stage at an exclusive sold out concert at Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort in Cancun on December 29, 2012.  Famous for his record-breaking Top 40 songs, Usher performed in front of more than fourteen thousand hotel guests, fans, VIPs and local government officials.

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Usher kicked off the night with his mega hit, "Can't Stop Won't Stop." The two-hour set list included hits from his vast catalogue including throwback hits such as Nice & Slow, Let it Burn, as well as hits from his latest album Looking 4 Myself, including the hit, "Scream."

Following the concert, the hotel hosted local socialites, top hotel executives, local government officials and other hotel VIPs at the grand opening of Moon Palace's new nightclub, Noir. The latest addition from the resort's multi-million dollar enhancement project, Noir offers a striking mix of cutting-edge design and glamorous nightlife. The 350 guests, who attended the exclusive after party at the nightclub, were joined by Noir's legendary French designer, Francois Frossard, one of the most progressive nightclub taste-makers in the United States. Guests danced the night away to dance tracks spun by DJ Cesar del Rio. Del Rio, a Spanish artist best known for his Balearic beats as well as for House, Techno and Lounge mixes, has spent the last 12 years as resident DJ for Privilege Ibiza, the world's largest nightclub, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.

Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort's club harks to the designer's new romantic design movement, infusing decadent and whimsical flavors. Frossard of Arkadia Nightclub and The Forge, was inspired by the film, "Tron" when creating Noir. Fusing the best of form, function and fantasy, Noir's underlying onyx tone features post-modern luminous accents playfully dotted between stark alabaster sofas and deep cushioned booths, creating a dramatic and imaginative contrast for revelers.  Noir, sure to raise the bar for all-inclusive decadence, will offer an upscale nightlife experience with live entertainment, a handcrafted specialty cocktail list and glamorous decor.

With live performances by international artists including Shakira, Enrique Iglesias and the Broadway hit, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy, as well as upcoming performances by Air Supply and former Saturday Night Live cast members in 2013, Palace Resorts has elevated the traditional all-inclusive experience by offering guests the opportunity to witness world-renowned live entertainment for unforgettable, "awe-inclusive" vacations.

Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort continues to elevate the all-inclusive concept and offer guests an unforgettable vacation experience by combining world-class hospitality and top-rated live entertainment with exceptional amenities and attractions. Located on Cancun's tranquil south shore, nestled between 123 acres of tropical foliage and secluded white sand beach, the property offers guests more than 2,400 waterside and garden view accommodations or golf villa suites. Multiple pools are complemented by two children's pools, one Golf Club pool, six Jacuzzis and four swim-up bars. Additional on-site adventures range from a water sports marina for sporting activities to a fully equipped fitness center and private Kids Club. Rounding out the new lifestyle offerings at the resort is the addition of the FlowRider Double®, a wave simulation machine which thrills novices and experts alike. Recognized as Cancun's premier entertainment resort destination, Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort has hosted world-renowned artists such as Shakira, Enrique Iglesias and Usher.

Usher recently released his eagerly-anticipated seventh album LOOKING 4 MYSELF this past summer The genre-defying lead single from LOOKING 4  MYSELF entitled "Climax," was written by Usher Raymond along with co-writers Redd Stylez, Ariel Rechtshaid, and Diplo, who also produced the single. "Climax" has received exceptional critical acclaim.

Usher has been ranked by the RIAA as one of the best-selling artists in American music history. The singer, songwriter, dancer and actor rose to fame in the late 1990s with the release of his second album My Way, which spawned his first Billboard Hot 100 number-one hit, "Nice & Slow." The concert at Moon Palace will feature songs from Usher's latest studio album, including popular singles: "Climax," "Scream," and "Lemme See," featuring rapper Rick Ross. Looking 4 Myself is the follow-up to Usher's Grammy Award-winning album Raymond v. Raymond.

Palace Resorts all-inclusive accommodations start at $171 per person, per night, based on double occupancy. To reserve your Palace Resorts stay and get two free tickets to either performance, please visit www.PalaceResorts.com, call (800) 635-1836 or contact your preferred travel professional.

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With seven oceanfront resorts overlooking the sparkling turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, Palace Resorts sets the highest standards for five-star all-inclusive vacations in Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres and Riviera Maya, Mexico. Offering luxurious and spacious accommodations accentuated by signature in-room double Jacuzzis, nightly entertainment, the Caribbean's most extravagant spas and premier Jack Nicklaus signature golf courses, Palace Resorts offers a truly exceptional experience for travelers. The unparalleled level of service and comfort found at each property makes Palace Resorts a leading provider of world-class resort vacations.

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