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Thomas Real Estate Inc Celebrates 60 Years of Service
Thomas Real Estate, Inc. (TREI), located in North Myrtle Beach, S.C., proudly rang in 2022 recognizing its 60th year of service excellence. TREI was started by Mildred Thomas in the spring of 1962. She was one of the first women in real estate in the coastal area. In 1963, she became acquainted... - January 30, 2022 - Thomas Real Estate Inc.
Thomas Real Estate, Inc. Receives Marketing Awards
Angie Krall, director of marketing at Thomas Real Estate, Inc., received two honors from the 2021 Summit Marketing Effectiveness Award competition. The two platinum Summit International Awards were for marketing collateral materials and online marketing/advertising. The Summit Marketing... - January 21, 2022 - Thomas Real Estate Inc.
Midas Enterprises Opens Its First Los Angeles Hotel in Downtown Lancaster
St. Louis hotel developer partners with Los Angeles-based InSite Development to open the new Residence Inn Lancaster-Palmdale. - January 14, 2022 - Midas Hospitality
J.MAK Hospitality Announces Luxury Travel Trends for 2022
J.MAK Hospitality polled its top luxury travel partners around the world for their insights on how travel will change in 2022. Representing some of the world’s finest luxury boutique hotels, villa collections, destination management companies, and private aviation companies, J.MAK Hospitality... - December 15, 2021 - J.MAK Hospitality
MerPerle Resorts & Hotels Set to Reopen Two Properties in Nha Trang City
On December 12th, 2021, MerPerle Resorts & Hotels announced that it would reopen two of its properties in the coastal city of Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province starting from Dec 23, 2021, on the occasion of the upcoming 2021-2022 transition. They are MerPerle Hon Tam Resort on the green and isolated Hon Tam Island and MerPerle Beach Hotel on bustling Tran Phu Boulevard. - December 15, 2021 - MerPerle Hon Tam Resort
Throne Launches Next Generation Bathroom Infrastructure in Washington, DC
Americans go to the bathroom an estimated 1.8 billion times every single day. For many, finding a clean place to go when outside one’s home or office causes anxiety and frustration -- more now than ever. Throne, a DC-based startup poised to modernize bathroom infrastructure with a first of... - December 11, 2021 - Throne Labs
OTO Development Acquires Hospitality Complex in Ocean City, Maryland
Dunes Manor Hotel, Court & Suites is latest addition to Carolina-based hotelier's growing beachfront portfolio. - December 11, 2021 - OTO Development
Six New Board Members Join The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks
The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks – the official philanthropic partner for Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas National Parks, as well as Big Cypress National Preserve – welcomes six new members to its board of directors. These new board members hail from a variety of... - December 03, 2021 - The Alliance for Florida's National Parks
Fehi Velaa Dive - World Class Diving in the Maldives at Affordable Rates
Fehi Velaa Dive will be able to accommodate its guests in its own 4* Hotel from May 2022 onwards. - December 01, 2021 - Fehi Velaa Dive
NYC's Alt-Medicine Event Series is Back Live with “Bootleg Avocado Presents: Planting the Next Generation of Food & Beverage”
Bootleg Avocado has announced their comeback event in their series focused on the intersection of food, beverage, cannabis, and psychedelics. This time around, “Bootleg Avocado Presents: Planting the Next Gen of F&B,” will feature a panel of industry professionals pioneering wellness solutions discussing their approach to “innovation,” recent pivots, new product releases, and expected 2022 trends. The event will take place in Chelsea, NYC on December 2, 2021. - November 17, 2021 - Bootleg Avocado LLC
3D Development and Midas Open Element Hotel in Texas
Newest Richardson, Texas hotel is part of a mixed-use real estate project. - November 12, 2021 - Midas Hospitality
akyra Manor Hotel, Chiang Mai Unveils Revitalised New Wing
akyra Manor Hotel, Chiang Mai has unveiled its new wing. The new wing adjoins the existing building comprising two connecting blocks, Manor North and Manor South, which features a grand lobby and thirty-two Deluxe Rooms. The brand new experience begins in the stunning lobby at Manor North, a... - November 05, 2021 - Manor Group (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Boheme Retreats, a Vintage Camper Retreat, Set to Open in NY; Invites Individuals to Invest in the Campground Through Mainvest
New outdoor glamping retreat featuring renovated vintage trailers where you can step back in time and enjoy nature in retro bliss. - November 03, 2021 - Boheme Retreats
TravelPass Group and Marriott International Withdraw Claims Against Each Other
TravelPass Group has decided to withdraw its claims against Marriott International pending in the United States Federal Court for the Eastern District of Texas ending the jury trial that began on Monday, October 25, 2021 prior to any verdict. In doing so, TravelPass acknowledges that Marriott did... - November 02, 2021 - Travel Pass Group
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
Sales & Marketing: New Appointments at Sun Resorts
Sun Resorts is consolidating its sales and marketing strategy with new appointments within the group's management. Rameswarsingh Jeenarain (Ramesh) has been appointed as new Group Head of Sales of Sun Resorts group. Ramesh has 10 years of experience in the hospitality and travel industry. He will... - October 30, 2021 - Sun Resorts
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
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
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
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