Kireem Swinton to take over role of Visit Baltimore’s interim president & CEO position

...alth of experience in tourism and hospitality. As a Washington, D.C. native and respected leader in the Baltimore market, he has built a distinguished career spanning two decades in senior roles with Marriott Hotels and Visit Seattle. As Vice President of Sales & Customer Experience at Visit Baltimore, Swinton has been instrumental in securing major citywide bookings, including the highl... + Read More

The Adolphus introduces new culinary team leaders

...ets and events at the hotel, among other things. Duran’s previous experiences include decades of experience as a pastry chef at several hotels, including Loews Coral Gables and W Hotel South Beach Marriott, both in Florida, and Ritz Carlton Turtle Bay in Kahuka, Hawaii. “We are incredibly proud to have both Blaine and Gricel step into these key leadership roles at The Adolphus,” says... + Read More

Destinations in Demand

... of Tampa’s popularity among event planners to the convention center’s proximity to more than 3,000 hotel rooms—all within walking distance. “We have a fabulous hotel package with a recent JW Marriott addition, a new Hyatt downtown, and great Hilton products. There are many different options connected to downtown and where the convention center is located, and meeting spaces in those... + Read More

Family Matters: Planners are putting family fun first when choosing event destinations

...hen juggling family activities with business meetings. Washington, D.C., has an array of family-friendly hotels that double as meeting and event venues or are near convention centers. The Washington Marriott at Metro Center has a 24-hour fitness room and an indoor pool, is within steps of the Metro, and is five blocks from the convention center. The hotel can host up to 650 guests for recep... + Read More

Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel names general manager

...ty industry; prior to SongTeller Hotel, she served as vice president of operations for Hotel Equities, Greenwood Hospitality Division, where she oversaw many lifestyle properties under the Hilton and Marriott brands. The SongTeller Hotel is aiming for an immersive guest experience, and will feature a Dolly Parton Museum, onsite dining, and an entertainment venue.... + Read More

Three downtown Dallas hotels partner to elevate convention experience

...Sheraton Dallas Hotel, Dallas Marriott Downtown, and JW Marriott Arts District Hotel are comin...raton Dallas Hotel and Dallas Marriott Downtown are conveniently linked by a sky bridge, and JW Marriott Arts District Hotel is just m... of the Arts District, Dallas Marriott Downtown is connected to Plaz...he Sheraton Dallas and Dallas Marriott Downtown. The park, which is ...rs of 9 a.m. and 1... + Read More

2024 Readers’ Choice Award Winners Announced

...f State Park, A Hilton Hotel Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel & Confer... Miami Beach Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa...ncy Orlando Inn on Fifth JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & ... Center Orlando World Center Marriott The Palm Be... + Read More

Southern hotels named to Historic Hotels of America Annual Awards of Excellence

... Historic Hotels of America Awards of Excellence winners: Best Historic Hotel (76-200 Guest Rooms) Winner: The Jefferson Hotel (1895) Richmond, Va. Best Historic Hotel (400+ Guest Rooms) Winner: JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District (1912) Savannah, Ga. Best City Center Historic Hotel Winner: The Willard InterContinental Washington, DC (1818) Washington, D.C Best Historic Resort ... + Read More

The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour, Miami announce new GM

...ns of both hotels. With more than 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Power has worked across renowned brands and diverse regions. His journey in hospitality began in F&B at Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, N.Y., which set the stage for an impressive career trajectory. Most recently, Power served as general manager of The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, where his leadership res... + Read More

AC Hotel Kansas City Downtown opens in historic Rialto Building

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—A new AC Hotel has opened in Kansas City, Mo., in the historic Rialto Building. Located at 906 Grand Boulevard in downtown Kansas City, AC Hotel Kansas City Downtown is co-owned and developed by Hotel Equities and Beechwood Pinnacle. Additional co-owners include the hotel’s general contractor, VCC, and architect, Campo Architects. With 239 elegantly appointed guest room... + Read More

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