First Caesars casino resort in Virginia now open
January 13, 2025
Caesars Virginia, a 587,000-square-foot casino resort, has opened in southern Virginia as the brand’s first casino resort in the state.
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Houston suburb secures bond for new 200,000-square-foot convention center
January 10, 2025
The Board of Directors of the East Montgomery County Improvement District announced the sale and delivery of more than $159 million in sales tax revenue bonds for the construction of a new 210,000-square-foot convention center and 813-space attached parking garage at the Valley Ranch Town Center in New Caney, Texas.
Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin appoints Travis Breen as director of sales
January 8, 2025
Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin has appointed Travis Breen as director of sales, marketing and events. In this role, Breen will oversee sales, marketing, and event strategies for the hotel, reporting directly to interim general manager Claudia Dowdy.
Michelin-starred chef to lead restaurant at newly opened Albert Hotel
January 7, 2025
Michael Fojtasek, a Michelin-starred chef and three-time James Beard finalist for Best Chef: Southwest, debuted The Restaurant at Albert Hotel, coinciding with the opening of Albert Hotel on January 3.
New Orleans & Company issues official statement, sends condolences to victims of Bourbon Street tragedy
January 3, 2025
Walt Leger III, president and CEO of New Orleans & Company, the official destination and marketing sales organization for the city’s tourism industry, issued a statement following the New Year’s Day rampage at Bourbon Street.
Visit Florida’s president/CEO to retire
December 26, 2024
Dana Young, president and CEO of Visit Florida, has announced her retirement after six years of service leading the state’s official tourism marketing organization. The longest-serving agency head in the DeSantis Administration, Young will remain in her role until a new president and CEO is appointed and onboarded.
Three downtown Dallas hotels partner to elevate convention experience
December 19, 2024
Sheraton Dallas Hotel, Dallas Marriott Downtown, and JW Marriott Arts District Hotel are coming together to welcome convention-goers and corporate travelers with Dallas Downtown Connection, a collaboration between the three hotels to offer access to versatile event and meeting spaces, upscale amenities, overflow guest rooms, and a wide range of services.
Two major developments coming to downtown Lake Charles for meetings and events
December 18, 2024
Two new developments—a Hilton Garden Inn and a new downtown amphitheater—are underway in Lake Charles, La. The Hilton Garden Inn will be built adjacent to Lake Charles Event Center as the event center’s first onsite hotel.
San Antonio International Airport breaks ground on new terminal
December 17, 2024
The San Antonio International Airport (SAT) broke ground on a new terminal, scheduled to finish completion in 2028. In addition to the new space, the airport will feature improved facilities to accommodate the region’s growth.
Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority hires Charles Beirne as general manager and CEO
December 13, 2024
Cobb-Marietta Coliseum & Exhibit Hall Authority has announced Charles Beirne as its new general manager and CEO. His responsibilities include the growth and oversight of Cobb Galleria Centre, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Galleria Specialty Shops, and ArtsBridge Foundation.
