Evermore Orlando Resort partners with Harvard-trained social scientist Kasley Killam to develop a formal "Relational Wellness" program, positioning the resort as the first luxury brand to ground its guest experience strategy in social health research.
Officials of the 490-room Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort today announced that the hotel completed a multi-million renovation of all guest rooms. Operated by HEI Hotel & Resorts, the hotel’s successful renovation concludes phase one of a two-phase process that will completely upgrade the hotel lobby, restaurant, market, convention space and pool area.
Performance Hospitality, a Florida-based lifestyle hospitality management company, announced the completion of a multimillion-dollar conversion and rebranding of the Holiday Inn & Suites Across from Universal Orlando to the Courtyard by Marriott Across Universal Orlando (5916 Caravan Ct.). Centrally located in Orlando and in close proximity to the Universal Studios theme parks, this exciting brand conversion brings with it a new chapter of elevated hospitality, modern design, and access to Marriott’s globally recognized loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy®. A grand opening celebration is set for April 9, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Orlando World Center Marriott, the world's largest Marriott property, completed a comprehensive renovation of its Grand Ballroom, featuring updated design elements and enhanced functionality for event planners and attendees.
HEI takes over management of 1,590 rooms across four Marriott-branded properties near Disney, including a Sheraton undergoing renovation.
Conrad Orlando at Evermore has named Michelle Dvortsin Director of Leisure Sales. Dvortsin brings 20 years of luxury experience to the prestigious AAA Five Diamond resort delivering a new class of hospitality in Central Florida.Dvortsin is an accomplished hospitality sales director with experience at several leading luxury hotels including Boca Raton Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort; Ocean Key Resort; and Little Palm Island Resort & Spa.In her role at Conrad Orlando she will lead the leisure sales team, fostering relationships with agents, operators and consortia partners including Virtuoso, American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR), Traveller Made (Serandipians), Fora, Internova and more. Dvortsin will also assess, strategize and drive trends, promotions and growth for the leisure market.Following its opening in 2024, the 433-room Conrad Orlando has established itself as a world-class luxury hotel, earning recognition from top industry organizations including AAA, Forbes, Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure. Through Dvortsin's extensive relationships, she will continue to ensure Conrad Orlando is the top selection for those seeking an elevated Central Florida vacation. In her personal time, she enjoys wellness activities like yoga, running and weight training, as well as spending time with her family including two children and two dogs.
Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek has appointed Katherine "Katie" Cosgrove as Director of Sales & Marketing, tapping a seasoned hospitality leader with more than 15 years of experience driving revenue growth across full-service resorts, lifestyle hotels, and conference destinations. In her new role, Cosgrove will lead all sales and marketing strategy for the AAA Four Diamond resort, with oversight of group, transient, and catering segments, as well as market positioning across Orlando and Lake Buena Vista.
Officials of the 130-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista - Orlando today announced that the hotel is in the final stages of a $6 million renovation to upgrade all guest and public spaces. The hotel, operated by HEI Hotel & Resorts, a leading hospitality investment and management company, has completely refurbished all suites and most of the public areas. The final stage of the renovation includes all new furnishings, lighting, artwork and flooring in the lobby and in the breakfast area.
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando is debuting newly-renovated guest rooms and suites, the encore to a multi-year, nearly $40 million renovation. Encompassing guest rooms, along with the hotel's signature restaurant, The Kitchen, its chic lobby bar, Velvet Bar, and the building façade, the show-stopping renovations breathe new life into a hotel well-known for its music and entertainment-infused experiences.
Waldorf Astoria Orlando is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Fabiano as hotel manager. With more than 15 years of luxury hospitality experience spanning operations, rooms division leadership and revenue strategy, Fabiano brings a dynamic, guest-first approach to one of Central Florida's premier resort destinations.
Loews Hotels & Co, co-owner and operator of the hotel portfolio at Universal Orlando Resort, opened the doors to the company's newest hotel - Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel - in time for the much-anticipated guest previews at Universal Epic Universe beginning April 17.
Universal Orlando has opened its second hotel in the vicinity of its Epic Universe theme park. Terra Luna welcomed its first paying customers this week.
Jessica Sibley has been promoted to Director of Sales at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, after previously serving as Assistant Director of Sales from 2022. Prior to that role, Sibley served as Group Sales Manager from 2019. Before joining the Group Sales team, Sibley served as Catering Manager since 2014, honing her sales skills by representing numerous social events and weddings booked at the Resort.
Nick Anderson was promoted to Commercial Director, after serving as Director of Sales for the Resort since 2018. As Commercial Director, Anderson oversees the entire division of sales, catering, revenue and marketing/public relations team members. Prior to his time with Four Seasons Resort Orlando, Anderson spent four years at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort as director of group sales. Before moving to Florida, Anderson's experience also includes representing large convention hotels in Las Vegas, including serving as a senior sales manager for The Cosmopolitan since pre-opening, as well as sales manager roles with the Wynn and Encore resorts in Las Vegas.
ORLANDO, FL - Orlando just got more magical! Villatel Orlando Resort has announced that its grand opening will take place on March 3rd, 2025. Featuring 270 villas with immersive themed rooms, a collection of 256 apartments, a water park, and elevated resort experiences, this first-of-its-kind destination is a dream retreat for guests and groups of all sizes and ages—and a truly unique entrant to Orlando's hospitality market.
Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek has named Laurie Helley as its new Senior Sales Manager, overseeing the U.S. northeast region and international groups. As a key member of the resort sales team, Helley will leverage her extensive experience to identify, qualify and secure new opportunities from this critical market.
Loews Hotels & Co, co-owner and operator of the hotel portfolio at Universal Orlando Resort, announces the much-anticipated opening date of the company's third hotel coming to Universal Epic Universe next year. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel will start taking reservations October 22 for bookings beginning May 22, 2025.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, broke ground on a new dual-branded EVEN Hotels and Staybridge Suites property in Orlando, Fla. in collaboration with owner Daiwa House Group. Scheduled to open in 2026, EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites Orlando Universal Blvd. will occupy a prominent position near the forthcoming Universal Epic Universe theme park and Orange County Convention Center, and welcome business and leisure guests visiting one of the most highly traveled U.S. cities.
In his new role, Hirsch will oversee day-to-day operations across all facets of the luxury Orlando resort, including guest rooms and food and beverage outlets, as well as support of its associates and the development of new internal and external programs and activities.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announced the signing of a new InterContinental Hotels & Resorts property in Orlando, Fla. Developed in partnership with owner Flag Luxury Group and Unicorp National Developments, InterContinental Orlando will welcome guests with elevated amenities and culturally rich experiences that exemplify the InterContinental brand's evolution while providing insider expertise to all the destination has to offer. The hotel is set to open in 2028.