Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel, a newly built addition to the Omni Hotels & Resorts portfolio and the brand's first property in Fort Lauderdale, is now accepting reservations ahead of its opening this September. Conveniently connected to the Broward County Convention Center, this dynamic 29-story property offers an exceptional blend of luxury, convenience and natural beauty to both business and leisure travelers.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street has completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, unveiling transformed public spaces, redesigned guestrooms, a rebranded signature dining experience and more. Nestled in the heart of thriving Downtown Fort Lauderdale, the property is in a prime location for leisure travelers, including cruise enthusiasts and jetsetters heading to Port Everglades cruise port or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The 361 all-suite hotel is also a convenient option for corporate travelers due to its close proximity to Broward County Convention Center.
Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Gayla Guyse as General Manager of the highly anticipated Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel, the brand's third property in Florida. With more than 25 years of dedicated service and operational excellence at Omni, Guyse brings a wealth of leadership experience to the property, set to open in Fall 2025.
November 12, 2024 - NexGen Hotels, a hotel development and management company based in Itasca, Illinois, today announced the acquisition of The Maritime Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruiseport. Located at 2161 Maritime Boulevard, the boutique hotel will undergo a renovation and rebrand as the Moor Hotel at Marina Bay, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The hotel is expected to be fully converted by Q3 of 2025.
Related Group, Tate Capital and Rok Acquisitions unveil vision for a Monaco-inspired yachter's paradise, set to transform the iconic marina and deliver a luxury lifestyle under the esteemed St. Regis brand.
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale announces that Mali Carow is appointed General Manager, bringing two decades worth of world-class experience to the vibrant shores of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Fort Lauderdale, a staple South Florida beach destination, is shifting its focus beyond leisure tourism with a $1.3-billion investment in the Broward County Convention Center and adjoining Omni Hotel. Following this project, Fort Lauderdale will position itself as both a vacation destination and a commercial city.
Serindat's experience includes overseeing food and beverage venues at 5-star properties such as Montage Laguna Beach, Rosewood Miramar Beach and Faena Miami. His addition to the team further solidifies Pier Sixty-Six's dedication to delivering a premier gastronomic experience with 12 culinary venues, including signature waterfront restaurants and the iconic 17th-floor rotating Pier Top lounge—admired for decades as the only 360-degree observation deck offering panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Each venue features coastal-inspired creations paired flawlessly with world-class wines and cocktails crafted by Florida's top mixologists.
Ives brings with him an extensive and proven track record of success, including project managing the renovation of 14 food and beverage outlets, serving as Chef de Cuisine at the renowned Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach and helping to spearhead the relaunch and rebranding of The Boca Raton and Boca Beach Club in Florida. His contributions were significant in the first-time acquisition of Forbes 5-star and 4-star ratings for The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island and Boca Beach Club. Ives's expertise is instrumental in enhancing Pier Sixty-Six's competitive market advantage and elevating both brand recognition and guest experiences to new heights.
CoralTree Hospitality announces the appointment of Pier Sixty-Six's leadership team, marking a significant milestone for the centerpiece of a $1 billion redevelopment project by Tavistock Development Company. Following a property-wide transformation, the iconic Fort Lauderdale establishment has embarked on a new chapter set to open in the fall of 2024 as a 32-acre waterfront resort complex along the Intracoastal Waterway.
Laurens Zieren has been appointed as the General Manager of Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, a luxurious oceanfront haven situated in Fort Lauderdale with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Rachel Moosa assumes the role of Chief People Officer for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, drawing upon her extensive global Human Resources expertise to oversee the execution of the company's comprehensive people strategy. With over twenty-five years of Human Resources experience, encompassing business unit operational and leadership roles, Rachel's most notable achievement was serving as the Senior Vice President of Talent & Culture for Accor in the Middle East and Africa. In this role, she orchestrated the Talent Acquisition, Development, and Engagement strategy for over 200 hotels and 35,000 colleagues.
Balfour Beatty announces the topping out of Broward County Convention Center's East Expansion and Hotel during a public ceremony on Dec. 13. Balfour Beatty teammates and industry partners, along with local officials, attended the event where the placement of the two uppermost steel beams were placed atop the 400,000-square-foot East Expansion Building and the 29-story Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel.
Starting November 10, 2023, travelers visiting the Fort Lauderdale area will be able to enjoy a convenient stay at the new Aloft Hotel at Fort Lauderdale Airport by Marriott. The 138-room, 14-floor property is located at 501 SE 24th Street, Fort Lauderdale, just 3 ½ miles from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and 1 ½ miles from the Port Everglades cruise terminals.
Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) announced strategic changes to its leadership team effective October 1, 2023. Louise Bang, who until now served as Regional Vice President of Sales and Distribution for the region, will become Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, taking over from Diana Plazas-Trowbridge, who advanced her career within the company to the role of Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, and will now oversee Marriott International's Select Service brands globally.
At the core of a $1 billion revitalization development, the 325-room resort and longtime historic beacon is undergoing a lavish transformation.
With the promotion of Haytham Said, Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale welcomes a 23-year Four Seasons leader with a loving attention to detail and the forte of making each stay memorable, as the property's newly appointed General Manager.
The team at W Fort Lauderdale is pleased to welcome industry veteran Alex Caceres as the new Director of Sales and Marketing, taking the helm to lead efforts for the hotel's continued growth as a top provider of beachfront luxury. With more than 14 years of professional experience with the Marriott brand, Caceres has a strong background in sales and operations, and a proven track record of executive leadership in the sector.
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, a new boutique hotel with a vibrant atmosphere and art deco flair, opens in Fort Lauderdale Beach. Formerly Kimpton Goodland, the newly-branded Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach will offer guests an elevated experience and updated programming taking cues from the original Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort. The resort will allow guests to experience the local lifestyle, sprawling beaches and varied entertainment options with on-property activities in music, fitness, mixology, wellness and more. The three-story resort has 96 thoughtfully-designed guest rooms, including two junior suites, each dispersed among airy hideaways and scenic courtyards filled with lush tropical flora.
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