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Dolly Parton and partners donate millions to support flood relief efforts

October 8, 2024

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.—Dolly Parton, along with officials from Dollywood Parks & Resorts, The Dollywood Foundation, Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pirates Voyage, and Walmart, announced millions in donations to flood relief following Hurricane Helene. The announcement was made during a special event Friday, Oct. 4, at Walmart #678 in Newport, Tenn. The location has helped the local community by offering meals, showers, and laundry facilities to those affected by the unprecedented flooding from Hurricane Helene.

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Little Rock CVB names new VP of marketing and communications

October 7, 2024

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.—Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau (LRCVB) has announced the hiring of Ryan Callison as its vice president of marketing and communications. A career destination marketer who previously worked at travel-focused agencies in Arizona, Texas, and Arkansas, Callison aims to bring his 17-plus years of experience to support LRCVB as it continues working toward its destination marketing efforts, including its master plan initiatives to grow the city’s business and leisure tourism.

U.S. Travel Association announces new senior staff

October 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Travel Association (U.S. Travel) announced the hiring of three senior leaders, adding a wave of new talent to advance association priorities. The additional staff arrive as the association readies a bold agenda, new membership structure, and refined value proposition.

The Westin Houston, Memorial City debuts 33,000-square-foot renovated meeting and event spaces

October 3, 2024

HOUSTON—The Westin Houston, Memorial City, a 289-key hotel within the 300-acre mixed-use Memorial City development in Houston, has completed a multimillion-dollar reimagining of its 33,000-square-foot meeting and event venues. Located on the second, third and fourth floors, The Westin Memorial City’s renovated venues are curated for corporate meetings, weddings, and business travelers.  

Southern areas devastated by Hurricane Helene

October 2, 2024

With reports of at least 166 deaths throughout six Southern states and countless others displaced due to flooding and other storm-related damage, the impact of Hurricane Helene last week is unbelievable—and still unfolding.

Walter E. Washington Convention Center awarded LEED Platinum certification

October 1, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., has been awarded LEED Platinum certification. Developed by U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED certification is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and is an international symbol of excellence.

Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown completes multimillion-dollar revitalization

September 30, 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, located in the heart of “Music City,” has completed a comprehensive property renovation as part of Sheraton Hotels’ worldwide brand revitalization. The renovation was completed in a multi-phase approach throughout the last two years by award-winning interior design firm Looney & Associates.

Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame selects four new inductees

September 27, 2024

ATLANTA—Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has selected four individuals as the newest inductees to Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame: the late Brian Davis, Ph.D., Bobby Donlan, Donata Russell Ross, and Mark Vaughan.

Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa debuts recent renovations

September 26, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla.—Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa recently completed a $25 million renovation, now boasting newly updated guest rooms and amenities. Located in the Disney Springs® Resort Area in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., the property is part of Marriott Bonvoy’s worldwide portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands.

MICHELIN Key expands selections across the South

September 25, 2024

The MICHELIN Guide has revealed the newest U.S. hotels named to its list of One, Two, and Three Key hotels. This is the second announcement of MICHELIN Keys, adding selections from all across the country to the previous list of hotels only from select locations.

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