Michael Cooper joins The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis as sales and marketing director

... the hotel’s director of sales and marketing. Cooper joined the Marriott International brand in 2013 and has developed a track record of l...on. In his previous role as associate director of sales at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Cooper led the sales and m... first role in the discipline as senior sales manager at Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek before ... + Read More

New year, new and refreshed spaces

...re than 200 fountains, Kansas City, Mo., is known as the “City of Fountains.” Inspired by these artistic landmarks, the new 10-story, 177-room Cascade Hotel Kansas City opened in October. Part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, the property is steps from the upscale dining and shopping destination Country Club Plaza. The Cascade offers a variety of restaurants featuring varied cuisines, ... + Read More

Say yes to these romantic Southern wedding destinations

...ng with easy access and much for the wedding party and their guests to see and do. In Miami Beach, Fla., W South Beach blends relaxing beach life with the bustle of a vibrant city. A highlight of the Marriott property is the hi-tech Great Room with 3D projection mapping capability. Touted as a first for a North American hotel, the recently renovated 4,300-square-foot space has built-in prese... + Read More

Downright Austin to join Renaissance Hotels brand in spring 2024

...e-go breakfast. Downright Austin participates in Marriott Bonvoy—the award-winning travel program from Marriott International—allowing members to earn and rede...nd enjoy all the benefits of staying as a member. Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio features more than 30 brands...gram also offers members exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and benefits, including free night... + Read More

The Trilith Guesthouse officially opens in Fayetteville, Ga.

... the first of its kind in the community not far from Atlanta. Prologue Dining & Drinks and rooftop Oliver’s Twist Bar & View serve as the hotel’s two signature dining outlets. A member of Marriott International’s Tribute Portfolio of independent boutique hotels, Trilith Guesthouse also features an interactive culinary studio, 17,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space... + Read More

Steer your group to these high-octane drive-in destinations

... Center on the Savannah River offers 100,000 square feet of space and the attached 372-room Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center. “We’re a convenient drive market, especially for regional convention...nvention Center offers 220,000 square feet of versatile space and the adjacent 418-room Little Rock Marriott. The Little Rock CVB manages the downtown convention center, along with th... + Read More

What’s new and trending in event tech

...ite, attendees can reserve their rooms at the group’s rate. The Marriott Bonvoy App provides mobile check-in up to two days before arrival... phone, and mobile chat with hotel staff to request services. Some Marriott properties offer the Meeting Services App to manage meeting detai...with hotel staff in real-time before, during, and after the event. Marriott ResLink Direct lets attendees ... + Read More

Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, Ark., continues renovations

...entire facility, providing increased bandwidth and advanced security measures, translating to faster Internet speeds with a more secure connection in meeting rooms. The attached 418-room Little Rock Marriott hotel includes 40,000 square feet of meeting space and serves as the convention center’s exclusive food and beverage provider. The venue is close to a collection of hotels offering gu... + Read More

The Woodlands

The 402-room Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton boasts 70,506 square feet of event space that accommodates 1,240, while the Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center contains 66,532 square feet, including 17 meeting rooms and a 37,180-square-foot exhibit hall accommodating 4,900 guests. The Westin at The Woodlands features 28,492 squ... + Read More

Wichita Falls

...ly has around 1,900 hotel rooms in 24 properties. Recently opened, the full-service Delta Hotel by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center offers 200 guest rooms and 14,725 square feet of event space, compl...6,500-seat Kay Yeager Coliseum and outdoor festival space. Other event spaces include Courtyard by Marriott, with 93 guest rooms and 2,080 square feet of meeting space; Holiday Inn E... + Read More

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