Dubai - Radisson Hotel Manchester, Downtown - Jon Huntsman interview

Jon Huntsman, Jr. has served in a variety of foreign policy roles over the decades, most recently as US Ambassador to China under President Obama. He also served in the Reagan White House, as well as under George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush. Huntsman is also the former governor of Utah, where he enjoyed high favorability ratings. The Radisson Hotel Manchester Downtown Fabulous Location Conveniently located one hour from Boston, the Seacoast or the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, and the spectacular White Mountains. Located in downtown Manchester, at exit 5 on Route 293, easily accessible to Interstate 93, Route 101 and Route 3. Only 5 miles to Manchester Airport, with complimentary shuttle service to the Hotel. Abundant Function and Exhibit Space Largest state-of-the-art convention hotel north of Boston, with over 65,000 square feet of function and exhibit space. A 30,000 square foot Expo Center accommodating up to 210 booths and fully equipped with telephone, electrical and high-speed Internet capabilities. Beautiful grand ballroom with elegant chandeliers. The Armory function room, a historical landmark featuring brick walls and a 13,000 square foot polished hardwood floor. Twenty-two additional meeting rooms, ideal for larger meetings, breakout purposes or banquets. Luxurious Accommodations 250 newly remodeled guestrooms featuring Sleep Number® beds. Rooms include four parlor suites, a governor's suite and a presidential grand suite, with upgraded amenities. Spectacular views of the historic Amoskeag mill buildings, mountains and Merrimack River. Voice mail, working desk, two-way speaker phones, computer data ports and complimentary "wi-fi" high speed Internet service in every guest room. In-room coffee maker, ironing board, iron and hair dryer. Refrigerators and microwaves are not standard, but are available for rent. Indoor pool, whirlpool, saunas, and health club for guests with fitness and/or relaxation in mind. Discounted indoor parking available. Gift Shop, featuring made-in-New Hampshire products. Executive business center. Upbeat Restaurants Café on the Park features courtyard breakfast dining in an open garden setting. JD's Tavern, casual, up-beat atmosphere, serving lunch, dinner and cocktails. Great Nearby Attractions Walking distance to the Palace Theatre, Verizon Wireless Arena, NH Fisher Cats Ball Park, Concerts on the Park, acclaimed historical museums, quaint cafes, restaurants and clubs. Tax-free shopping! Walking distance to unique street-front boutiques, fine craft galleries, jewelers. Shopping malls nearby. Manchester is the largest city in the state of New Hampshire, the tenth largest city in New England, and the largest city in northern New England, an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. It is in Hillsborough County along the banks of the Merrimack River, which divides the city into eastern and western sections. Cultural landmarks include the historic Palace Theatre; the Currier Museum of Art; the New Hampshire Institute of Art; the Franco-American Center; the Manchester Historic Association Millyard Museum; the Massabesic Audubon Center; the Amoskeag Fishways Learning and Visitors Center; the Lawrence L. Lee Scouting Museum and Max I. Silber Library; and the SEE Science Center. Valley Cemetery, since 1841 the resting place of numerous prominent citizens, is an early example of a garden-style burial ground. The Verizon Wireless Arena is a civic center that hosts a variety of events, from professional minor-league sports such as hockey and arena football to concerts with major recording artists and comedians, national touring theatrical productions, family-oriented shows, and fairs. It opened in November 2001 and seats more than 10,000 patrons. The John F. Kennedy Memorial Coliseum is another, smaller venue located in downtown Manchester with a capacity of approximately 3,000 seats. It was completed in 1963, serves as home ice for the Manchester Central and Memorial High School hockey teams, and is home to the Southern New Hampshire Skating Club.