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Development Renovation

Coming This Fall: New Luxury Suites at Baker’s Cay Resort in the Florida Keys

Baker's Cay Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton - an iconic 15-acre tropical retreat on Florida Bay - is preparing to unveil 12 brand-new luxury suites, bringing a fresh perspective to one of the Florida Keys' most beloved destinations. Now open for booking for stays beginning in November, the expanded accommodations are set to officially debut later this fall - offering travelers an elevated new way to stay in Key Largo surrounded by natural beauty, coastal charm, and immersive island storytelling.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Key Largo, Florida, United States
Development Rebranding

Opal Collection Adds Newly Named Reefhouse Resort & Marina in Key Largo

On Tuesday, Feb. 1, the Key Largo Bay Marriott Beach Resort will be reimagined as Reefhouse Resort & Marina (103800 Overseas Highway, MM 103.8), becoming the latest property to join the award-winning Opal Collection. The addition of the newly named Reefhouse Resort & Marina will increase Opal Collection's portfolio to 17 luxury resorts in Florida, joining such notable properties as Opal Key Resort & Marina and Sunset Key Cottages in Key West, Florida.

OPAL Collection
Key Largo, Florida, United States
Appointment

Heather Turkay has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, an Autograph Collection beachfront luxury property situated on the Florida Bay in Key Largo, Florida, welcomes Heather Turkay as Director of Sales & Marketing for the 14.5-acre property. In her new role, Turkay will be responsible for leading and driving top line revenue strategy for traditional sales related segments to include group and transient markets as well as working closely to drive PR an d marketing messaging.With more than 18 years of industry knowledge and experience, Turkay comes to Playa Largo Resort from the Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris where she served as the pre-opening and opening Director of Sales & Marketing. In in its second year of operation the hotel earned the Marriott Premium Distinctive Hotel of the Year award and F& B Excellence Award from Concord Hospitality. In 2019 Turkay also earned the Regale Award for Leadership Excellence.Throughout her career, Turkay has held various leadership and sales positions at properties and brands ranging from the Buffalo Niagara Marriott in New York to Westin Washington D.C. City Center to the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Airport, and more.

Shaner
Key Largo, Florida, United States
Appointment

Kristine Cox has been appointed as General Manager at Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, situated on the Florida Bay in Key Largo, Florida, has recently announced Kristine Cox as the new General Manager of the 14.5-acre property. Cox will oversee all aspects of the 175-room resort including day-to-day operations, staff development, financial planning, sales and revenue, and overall guest satisfaction.

Marriott
Key Largo, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Former Key West Inn Completes Renovation, Becomes Waterside Suites & Marina

For years, the Waterside Suites & Marina, formerly Key West Inn, was a best-kept secret for Florida vacationers. Now, with its renovation complete, the 40-unit, duplex all-suite resort is welcoming back its many loyal guests and inviting new ones - including weddings, family reunions, groups and staycationers - to experience the property and make their own memories.

Pacifica Host Hotels
Key Largo, Florida, United States
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Appointment

Kerem Kendigelen has been appointed as General Manager at Playa Largo Resort & Spa

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, an Autograph Collection beachfront luxury property situated on the Florida Bay in Key Largo, Florida, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kerem Kendigelen as General Manager. In his new role, Kendigelen will be responsible for overseeing all resort operations, fostering staff development, budgeting and financial planning, increasing sales and revenue, and ensuring total guest satisfaction. With over 15 years of hospitality experience working within top hotel brands, Kendigelen brings a track record of effectively leading and managing all aspects of the luxury resort experience, as well as executing award-winning food and beverage programs. Kendigelen has a long and impressive history with the Ritz-Carlton brand having launched his career at The Ritz-Carlton Istanbul, where he started as a Rooms Division intern. Over the next nine years, he served multiple Ritz-Carlton properties including Buckhead, Half Moon Bay, Arlington, and ultimately San Juan, where he led the team as the Director of Food and Beverage. Two years with the St. Regis in Washington, D.C. gave Kerem another perspective into luxury hotel product and service. While in San Juan, Kerem also directed the Food & Beverage Council for The Ritz-Carlton brand in The Caribbean & Latin America (CALA). During his time in these positions, he was responsible for exceeding the highest standards of culinary, meetings, and catering excellence, while maximizing all business opportunities to drive sales.

Shaner
Key Largo, Florida, United States
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Appointment

Jeffrey Homad has been appointed as Executive Director of Sales at Ocean Reef Club

Jeffery Homad’s tenure and most recent position prior to joining Ocean Reef Club was Director of Sales and Marketing at The Mansion on Forsyth Park/Bohemian Hotel Savannah Riverfront. In addition he has held this position at La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, California, Daufuskie Island Resort and Spa in Hilton Head Island South Carolina and at the Sofitel Lafayette Square Hotel in Washington DC. Homad also lead the group sales effort as Director of Sales at Wild Dunes Resort outside of Charleston, South Carolina. Rounding out his resume, Homad held the position of National Sales Manager at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, The Sagamore Resort in New York and with Omni Hotels in their Regional Sales office in Southern California. Homad graduated from Central Michigan University with a BS in Finance and then completed Hyatt Hotels Management Training program.

Ocean Reef Club
Key Largo, Florida, United States
Appointment

Hugo Corrales has been appointed as Director of National Accounts at The Ocean Reef Club

Hugo Corrales most recently served as Managing Director for The 365 Group, Inc. Prior to that, he held a global sales position as Director of Strategic Accounts for LXR Luxury Resorts. His other hotel and resort experience includes exceptional sales roles at Four Seasons Hotel Miami, Ritz-Carlton Hotels of Miami and Loews Miami Beach Hotel. Corrales holds an active role in the meetings and events community as Board Member for SITE Florida as well as other local initiatives in the community. He is also a graduate of Florida International University’s Hospitality Management program and lives in Miami Beach, Florida.

The Ocean Reef Club
Key Largo, Florida, United States