Orange County Convention Center receives GBAC STAR accreditation
July 27, 2020
The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) has received its Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR accreditation on outbreak prevention, response, and recovery.
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Hotel data shows small rise occupancy, average daily rate
July 16, 2020
According to hotel market data firm STR, U.S. hotel performance data for the week ending June 27 showed another small rise from previous weeks and less severe year-over-year declines.
Iconic Springmaid Pier reopens on Myrtle Beach’s Grand Strand
July 14, 2020
The DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, has announced the reopening of the Springmaid Pier at the southern end of South Carolina’s famed Grand Strand.
Colored Social Bands allow people to show social distancing preferences
July 14, 2020
The entrepreneurs who made their debut on Shark Tank with the SubSafe product have just launched their newest idea—Social Bands.
JW Marriott unveils newest resort and spa in central Florida
July 14, 2020
JW Marriott has announced the official unveiling of its Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa in central Florida.
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort back in business July 29
July 14, 2020
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort will reopen for guests on July 29.
FRLA urges visitors and residents to socially distance, wear masks
July 9, 2020
In response to the Florida Department of Health issuing an updated public health advisory, the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) issued updated safety and operating guidelines to ensure employee and guest safety.
Travel plans not overwhelming, but hotel stays expected according to AHLA
July 9, 2020
A survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) found only 44 percent of those surveyed are planning overnight vacation or leisure travel in 2020.
Barbary Beach House Key West ready to welcome guests
July 8, 2020
The all-new, waterfront Barbary Beach House Key West is officially open, having just completed an extensive conversion to a 184-room resort.
Fort Lauderdale hospitality sector embracing Safe + Clean Pledge
July 8, 2020
Hotels, tourist attractions, restaurants, and businesses throughout Greater Fort Lauderdale and Broward County are taking Visit Lauderdale’s Safe + Clean Pledge.
