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Clarion Inn and Suites is Officially Open
Located off I-95 on State Route 52 to Downtown Florence, Clarion Inn and Suites has officially opened its doors today, setting a new standard for Florence hospitality. GM Hospitality purchased and developed the property. The design team encompassed the contemporary elements of modern hospitality. - October 30, 2021 - Daryon Hotels International LLC
Artist, Alexander Morris Opens His Studio to the Public for One-Day Art Event
Artist, Alexander Morris' open studio event to be held on the 13th of November 2021, from 9am-noon. - October 29, 2021 - Alexander Morris Art
Groupize Strengthens Leadership Team with New CMO Amid Strong Growth
Tech marketing veteran Ivana Johnston joins Groupize as Chief Marketing Officer in support of the company’s significant growth and demand for its solutions and services. - October 27, 2021 - Groupize
The Excellence Collection Formalizes Sustainable Credits from BBVA for Properties in Mexico
The Excellence Collection formalizes its first and largest financial stride to set in motion a plan that adheres to a more responsible and sustainable concept of hospitality. The funds, referred to as Green Credits, will be financed by BBVA Mexico - a leading institution that encourages and enables... - October 23, 2021 - The Excellence Collection
Midas Hospitality Hires New Director of Business Development
Carrie Van Nest has more than 30 years of industry experience. - October 15, 2021 - Midas Hospitality
Hotel Stratford to Reopen November 1 Following Top-to-Bottom Renovation
Boutique Property Located in the Heart of San Francisco’s Union Square Provides Guests with Stylish Accommodations and Approachable Pricing - October 12, 2021 - Hotel Stratford
New Hotel Being Developed at Melbourne Orlando International Airport
Dozens of officials gathered yesterday morning at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) for the ceremonial groundbreaking of a 143-room Hyatt Place hotel scheduled to open in 2022. The hotel is a key component of the airport’s historic growth and is being developed by ADËLON Capital, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida, and constructed by Certified General Contractors of Melbourne, Florida. - October 09, 2021 - AD1Global
Hinfo Digital Hotel Solution: F&B Ordering, Guest Service Requests, Encrypted Messaging and Immediate Notifications
Hinfo is launching Version 3.0 of their contactless hotel technology solution, today. - October 06, 2021 - App IT Byte (Developers of Hinfo)
Parrish Named Exec VP at FIG Strategy & Consulting
Barry J. Parrish has been named Executive Vice President at FIG Strategy & Consulting of Las Vegas, announced FIG founder and President TaChelle Lawson. Mr. Parrish was most recently Senior Vice President, Strategy & Brand Management for Metropolitan Airways. He has more than 40 years... - October 06, 2021 - FIG Strategy & Consulting
Belize Vacation Giveaway Set to Award a Full Week on Two Island Resorts to One Lucky Couple
When Kimberly Castillo, marketing director for Belize’s Manta Island Resort, set about deciding on a strategy that would raise awareness about this private island’s secluded environment and oceanfront accommodations, she realized that nothing gets as much attention these days as... - October 06, 2021 - Manta Island Resort
Gin & Luck Taps FIG for Diversity Assessment
Gin & Luck, the Los Angeles-based hospitality group of management and consulting company Proprietors LLC, has selected FIG Strategy & Consulting to develop a diversity initiative to assess the company’s Death & Co brand’s strategy and progress in developing a comprehensive... - October 04, 2021 - FIG Strategy & Consulting
The Excellence Collection Announces the Grand Opening of Finest Punta Cana - The Brand's First All Ages Property in the Destination
The Excellence Collection is proud to reveal the grand opening of Finest Punta Cana on October 1. This resort is the first of the collection’s Finest Resorts brand in Punta Cana, and offers high-end all-inclusive vacations for all ages. Finest Punta Cana sits along the same stretch of beach... - October 02, 2021 - The Excellence Collection
Hinfo Guest Digital Compendium: Introducing Food & Beverage Ordering with Multi-Language Support and No Premium Cost
Hinfo is announcing today the addition of food and beverage ordering to their contactless digital solution. - October 01, 2021 - App IT Byte (Developers of Hinfo)
Hinfo Hotel Mobile App: Increase Guest Engagement via On-Site Facilities and Service Requests
Hinfo is announcing today the addition of guest service requests to their contactless digital solution. Guests can now send a request to management for a wide variety of on-site facilities and services. Guest Service Requests create a new opportunity for increasing guest satisfaction by allowing to request a time for a specific service or request additional amenities to be delivered to their room. - September 30, 2021 - App IT Byte (Developers of Hinfo)
College Settlement Outdoor School Launches Fall Programming
On Wednesday, September 15th, College Settlement Outdoor School began its fall experiential environmental education program. Cheltenham High School students were provided with a day full of outdoor “hands-on” fun. - September 22, 2021 - College Settlement of Philadelphia
Timeshare Owner Justice Announces New "Dispute Resolution" Program to Help Unhappy Timeshare Owners Legally Exit Their Lifetime Contract
Timeshare Owners who are stuck with a bad financial investment can get help. - September 15, 2021 - Timeshare Owner Justice
Jirapha Krataithong Appointed General Manager at W Koh Samui
Jirapha brings with her more than a decade of leadership experience to W Koh Samui, including eight years at W Bangkok, where she was most recently Hotel Manager. - September 15, 2021 - W Koh Samui
Healing Hotels of the World to Host Masterclasses for Hoteliers: “Healing Hospitality - Conscious Travel in the Light of Climate Change & Corona” Best Practice Shared
How can we travel consciously as we face the effects of climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic? Together with world-renowned hoteliers who courageously pioneered healing hospitality, Healing Hotels of the World will host two online masterclasses aimed at finding answers to this compelling and important question. - September 15, 2021 - Healing Hotels of the World
OTO Development Acquires DoubleTree by Hilton Cocoa Beach
Riding a wave of optimism about leisure travel, South Carolina-based OTO Development has acquired its sixth beachfront property since Q4 2018: DoubleTree by Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront on Florida’s Space Coast. - September 12, 2021 - OTO Development
Three Major Hotel Trends that Could Shake Up Travelers’ Plans According to HotelsByDay
A la carte pricing, third workplace and daycation options are heating up the travel and hospitality industries. - September 08, 2021 - HotelsByDay
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco’s New General Manager Redefines the Urban Luxury Travel Experience
Stephen Power is Leading the Luxury Hotel Experience Into a New Era with the Launch of Unexpected & Engaging Guest Programming, Activities & Amenities - August 11, 2021 - The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Fitzgerald Museum Awards Rick Bragg Its 2021 Literary Prize
Best-selling author to be Awarded Sept. 24th, 2021 on the 125th Birthday of F. Scott Fitzerald at the former home of F. Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald in Montgomery, Alabama. - August 10, 2021 - The Fitzgerald Museum
Alexander Morris Featured in Attleboro Art Museum’s Prestigious 8 Visions Exhibit
Alexander Morris chosen for Attleboro Arts Museum's 8 Visions exhibit; a great creative achievement for all eight artists. - August 07, 2021 - Alexander Morris Art
The Yards Receives Renovation of the Year Honor from Golf Inc. Magazine
The Yards' golf course in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL named third best public course renovation worldwide by Golf Inc. magazine. - August 06, 2021 - The Yards
Kai Manje Restaurant by Ti Kaye Resort St Lucia Earns Prestigious Wine Spectator Award for 2021
Kai Manje Restaurant in Saint Lucia recognized for the 8th time by Wine Spectator for an exceptional wine and culinary program. - August 04, 2021 - Ti Kaye Resort & Spa
Explore the “Third Workplace” with a Workroom Booked Through HotelsByDay
Mobility and tech have revolutionized the workplace allowing people to work almost anywhere, including hotels. - July 27, 2021 - HotelsByDay
Fonte Martino Guest House & Estate Named Best Guest House in Tuscany
Fonte Martino Guest House & Estate has been recognized as the Best Guest House in Tuscany for 2021 by the Travel & Hospitality Awards. - July 10, 2021 - Fonte Martino Guest House & Estate
Shannon Smith Joins CENTURY 21 Thomas
Century 21 Thomas, of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., is happy to announce that Shannon Smith has joined the Century 21 real estate team. Graduating from North Myrtle Beach High School and attending the University of South Carolina, Smith said her love of this area brought her back to the beach. It is... - July 09, 2021 - Century 21 Thomas
The Excellence Collection Resumes Operations of Its Properties in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica
The Excellence Collection reopens its properties following closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. - July 03, 2021 - The Excellence Collection
Bird Dog Hospitality Debuts The Harmony Inn & Suites
Midwestern Hospitality Group Converts Former Valentine, NE Hotel to Newly Created Harmony Inn & Suites Upper-Economy Hotel Brand - July 02, 2021 - Bird Dog Hospitality
Escape the Fourth of July Crowds with a Daycation Booked Through HotelsByDay
Travelers have been itching to get out and explore since the stay-at-home orders expired and the COVID vaccines have been getting distributed. People never seem to need an excuse to getaway, but with Fourth of July this weekend, millions are preparing to embark on a holiday vacation. According to a... - June 30, 2021 - HotelsByDay
Clausen Farm Presents NYC Stand-Up Comic Michele Balan
Clausen Farm presents NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” Finalist Michele Balan on July 17, 2021, at 7pm ET. - June 28, 2021 - Clausen Farm
The Excellence Collection’s Excellence Playa Mujeres Voted Tripadvisor’s 2021 Best All-Inclusive Resort in North/South America and the Caribbean
The high-end, all-inclusive hospitality brand is recognized by Tripadvisor’s annual awards in several categories for most of its properties. - June 24, 2021 - The Excellence Collection
Midas Hospitality Promotes Two Key Executives
Leading hotel management firm reorganizes, prepares for companies' future growth under newly appointed leadership. - June 16, 2021 - Midas Hospitality
Belizean Dreams Resort Wins 2021 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Award
Belizean Dreams Recognized Among Best in Central America, Based on Exceptional Traveler Reviews - June 13, 2021 - Belizean Dreams Resort
HotelsByDay Shares Tips on How to Take a Vaxication Without Breaking the Bank
“Vaxication” is the new term created to describe people’s post-COVID vaccination travel plans and if the numbers are any indication, the roadways and skies will be busy all summer long. A recent survey from TripAdvisor revealed 67% of Americans plan to travel this summer, with 74%... - June 10, 2021 - HotelsByDay
Thomas Real Estate Inc. Receives Six Marketing Awards
Angie Krall, director of marketing at Thomas Real Estate, Inc., received six honors from the 27th Annual Communicator Awards. The Awards of Distinction for marketing excellence were for: individual e-mail marketing for online advertising and marketing; features-animation for online marketing;... - June 09, 2021 - Thomas Real Estate Inc.
WGY Travel in Miami, Florida Invited to Join Global Luxury Travel Group VIRTUOSO®
WGY Travel in Miami has become a member of the by-invitation-only Virtuoso® luxury travel network, composed of top leisure travel agencies in North and Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. According to Justin Keeperman, Co-Founder of WGY, the... - June 02, 2021 - WGY Entertainment LLC
A Wonderful Family Summer Retreat at Sheraton Sharm Hotel, Resort, Villas & Spa
Treat your family to a break from the ordinary and escape to a world of warmth and comfort. - May 31, 2021 - Sheraton Sharm Hotel, Resort, Villas & Spa
AD1 Global Launches New Wyndham Kissimmee Celebration Resort
The former Park inn By Radisson Celebration has been successfully converted into the full-service Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center, Celebration Resort following a series of multimillion-dollar renovations, major brand agreements and vast improvements to the Disney-area... - May 29, 2021 - AD1Global
Manta Island Resort Opens in Belize
Introducing the newest addition to the Coco Plum Island Resort family, Manta Island Resort. Situated on 12 acres and located on Glover’s Reef Atoll, a marine reserve and world heritage site off the southern coast of Belize. - May 27, 2021 - Manta Island Resort
Fonte Martino Guest House & Estate Wins 2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
Fonte Martino, a Boutique Bed and Breakfast in Tuscany, Recognized as One of the Top 10% Accommodations Worldwide - May 19, 2021 - Fonte Martino Guest House & Estate
MerPerle Resorts & Hotels Win 2021 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards for "Best of the Best" for Its Two Properties in Nha Trang, Vietnam
MerPerle Resorts & Hotels today announced its two properties, MerPerle Hon Tam Resort and MerPerle Beach Hotel, have been recognized as 2021 Travelers’ Choice award winners for “Best of the Best.” - May 17, 2021 - MerPerle Hon Tam Resort
Century 21 Thomas Welcomes Julie Eastwood
Century 21 Thomas, of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., is excited to announce that Julie Eastwood has joined the Century 21 real estate team. - May 15, 2021 - Century 21 Thomas
MerPerle Resorts and Hotels Welcomed MC Ky Duyen and Her Friends to Hon Tam Island
A showbiz source recently revealed that at the beginning of May 2021, MC Ky Duyen (a well-known celebrity among Vietnamese overseas and local community) visited MerPerle Hon Tam Resort in the coastal city of Nha Trang with her peers - Thanh Ha, Phi Nhung and Roland. - May 05, 2021 - MerPerle Hon Tam Resort
The First "Crypto Hotel" Presented by Hotel Manager Johannes Fritz Groebler / the First NFT Hotel Run on Ethereum
UNYCU accomplished a new chapter in its history with the unveiling of the Crypto Hotel. The Crypto Hotel is the first NFT (Non-Fungible Token) hotel worldwide. It exists only in digital form and is based on the Ethereum blockchain. There is no other hotel in the world that can be compared to the Crypto Hotel. As this hotel is digital, it can be enjoyed anywhere, anytime. - May 04, 2021 - Hotel Fritz Consulting
Rosalind Stacy Receives 2020 Hospitality Employee of the Year Award
Thomas Beach Vacations (TBV) of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., is pleased to announce that Rosalind Stacy, director of guest services, received the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce (MBCOC) Hospitality Employee of the Year Award. The MBCOC honored 2020’s and 2021’s most visionary and... - May 01, 2021 - Thomas Real Estate Inc.
Ship Sticks Named 2021 Golf Digest Editors’ Choice for “Best Golf Club Shipper”
Ship Sticks is proud to be named the 2021 recipient of the Golf Digest Editors’ Choice Award for “Best Golf Club Shipper.” The latest edition of the Editors’ Choice Awards marks the sixth consecutive year Ship Sticks has received this distinction. “We are truly... - April 28, 2021 - Ship Sticks
Startup Wanderly Solves Interest-Centered Trip Planning Puzzle
Internet-based city guides app set to launch in July. - April 28, 2021 - Wanderly
Century 21 Thomas Welcomes Layne Zander Law
Century 21 Thomas, of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., is pleased to announce that Layne “Zander” Law has joined the Century 21 real estate team. Originally from West Virginia, Law considers Horry County his adopted home since his early teens. He is a graduate of Coastal Carolina University... - April 28, 2021 - Century 21 Thomas