By Joe Criscuoli, UM Conferences & Visitor Services Dept. You may already know that the University of Maryland College Park is a robust conference/convention/event venue, and here are a few of the reasons why: In 2017 The Hotel at the University of Maryland will open its doors. This four star facility will feature 297 rooms, a… Read more »
Kansas City, Mo.—Visit KC, Kansas City’s hospitality and tourism organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Jones to its management team. Jones assumes the role of Vice President of Partnerships & Events, bringing with her 14 years of experience in destination management and community development organizations. “Ashley Jones is a proven leader… Read more »
Lake Buena Vista, Fla. – July 23, 2015 – Nick Anderson has been promoted to associate director of sales at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. In Anderson’s expanded role, he will now oversee the team responsible for booking small meetings at the hotel as well as handle all accounts in the New York… Read more »
Dallas, Texas — The new Sheraton McKinney Hotel at the corner of Highway 75 and the Sam Rayburn Tollway announces its highly anticipated opening in one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. The $38 million project represents McKinney’s first upscale, full-service hotel and features 187 guest rooms, ten suites, and is connected… Read more »
Lexington, Kentucky — VisitLEX announced that Gathan Borden has been named vice president of marketing for the organization. His new position is effective on July 20. In his new role, Borden will be responsible for the overall brand management of VisitLEX and comprehensive advertising and marketing plans for leisure visitation as well as meetings and… Read more »
NEW ORLEANS, LA — Known worldwide for it spectacular cuisine, New Orleans kicks it up a notch for the return of COOLinary New Orleans for 2015. The New Orleans Conventions & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has announce its lineup of world-class restaurants for the 11th annual Restaurant Month event, offering special two and three course lunch… Read more »
Charleston, S.C. (July 16, 2015) – A luxury hotel emblematic of Charleston’s rich history, The Spectator Hotel is now open in the heart of the bustling French Quarter and Market Street Districts. At the corner of State and Linguard Streets, the three-level, 41-room property draws upon inspiration from the roaring twenties era and offers the… Read more »
Florence, Ala. (June, 2015) – More things have turned around in the Muscle Shoals area than just the floor of 360 Grille at the Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa. Since opening on June 17, 2005, the Marriott Shoals has proven to be a magnet for tourism and an economic engine for the area. The Marriott… Read more »
