DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando-Disney Springs Area has completed a multi-million-dollar renovation to its 236 all-suite property located at 2305 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, convenient to the Orlando International Airport, the Orange County Convention Center, and Orlando's world-class theme parks.
Pixar Place Hotel is now open at Disneyland Resort, officially marking the transformation of Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel into the first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the United States. The 15-story high-rise overlooking Disney California Adventure Park boasts comfortable and contemporary guest rooms that celebrate the artistry of Pixar Animation Studios, new dining options by Great Maple, a relaxing rooftop pool area and play court, a renovated fitness center, and more. Character artwork, concept renderings, and more are displayed throughout the hotel, celebrating beloved films such as Finding Nemo, Inside Out, and Soul.
Seminole Hard Rock has promoted Keith Sheldon to President of Entertainment and Brand Management for Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International. In this new and expanded role, Sheldon will be responsible for oversight of brand management, consumer marketing, brand partnerships, and sponsorship revenue generation. He will continue to oversee all facets of entertainment including programming, talent buying, nightlife, and industry relations. Sheldon will continue to report to Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International and CEO of Seminole Gaming.
Nestled along the sugar-white sands of a Sarasota barrier island, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort pairs oceanside luxury with an unprecedented level of bespoke hospitality. Set to open Summer 2024, Longboat Key will mark the only St. Regis launching in the U.S. this year and the largest development on the island in over 50 years. The highly anticipated opening will offer guests a world-class beachside sanctuary spanning across 18 acres complete with 800 feet of private beach, multiple pools and cabanas, a 20,000 square foot oceanfront St. Regis Spa, winding waterway and a one-of-a-kind saltwater lagoon wildlife experience with stingrays, Galapagos turtles and more.
Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa is excited to announce the appointment of luxury hospitality veteran, Rudy Sharp, as its new general manager.
Opening of Conrad Orlando brings sophisticated luxury and elevated travel experience to Central Florida.
Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) celebrated the groundbreaking of its inaugural StudioRes brand hotel, as Concord Hospitality began construction of its first property in Fort Myers, Florida. Announced in June 2023, the StudioRes brand is Marriott's new affordable midscale extended stay brand in the U.S. & Canada.
The independently owned and operated Trump International Beach Resort Miami on iconic Sunny Isles Beach is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Burce as the new Director of Sales. As a second-generation hotelier, Melissa looks forward to applying her knowledge to analyze the current sales strategy and leading the team to many successes in the coming year.
Food-focused Tampa hotel serves up new guest rooms, meeting space, rooftop terrace and more.
Uniting once again with owner-partners, Reuben Brothers - following the success of the opening of Hotel La Palma in Capri this summer - Oetker Collection is taking its famed European hospitality to the U.S. for the first time, to open The Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach next autumn.
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Gerzanick brings over 13 years of experience in the luxury hotel space to her new role as Director of Hotel Operations at Conrad Orlando, where she will oversee the daily operations at the property. Although born in Queens, New York, Gerzanick relocated to Orlando, Florida at a young age and has deep knowledge of the Central Florida region. Inspired by her family that worked in the hospitality industry, she held several positions at both the Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, from Director of Front Office to Assistant Director of Housekeeping. Gerzanick graduated from Florida State University with a Masters in Hospitality Entrepreneurship and UCF's Rosen College of Hospitality with a B.S. in Hospitality Management.
Murray has an extensive background both personally and professionally in the food & beverage world as he grew up cherishing dinner as a time of conversation, togetherness and community. He studied culinary arts and hospitality management during his time at Johnson & Wales University. Murray leads the food & beverage team at Conrad Orlando with over 20 years of food & beverage experience in upscale restaurants, hotels and resorts including deep knowledge of the Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand. Murray served as not only Director of Food & Beverage at Conrad Washington DC, but also as Executive Chef at the property, in addition to other roles at properties like Marriott Marquis Chicago, Phoenix Renaissance Downtown and Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance. In 2021, Murray was honored as one of the Top 10 Most Influential F&B Leaders by Hotels Magazine. Murray will oversee all five dining venues at the property along with in-room dining, banquets and catering.
Hailing from Miami, Florida, Ullrich has an impressive culinary background with a B.S. in Business from Boston College and further education from the French Culinary Institute in New York City. In New York, he worked in notable establishments including Gramercy Tavern, Aldea, Gotham Bar and Grill, Colicchio and Sons, and Seasonal Restaurant & Weinbar when it earned its Michelin Star. Prior to taking on the Director of Culinary role at Conrad Orlando, Ullrich spent time as Executive Chef at top resorts such as 1 Hotel Miami Beach and Carillion Miami Wellness Resort, along with distinguished Miami restaurants such as Tigertail + Mary where he worked alongside James Beard-award winning restaurateur Michael Schwartz.
Neeley joins the Conrad Orlando team with over 20 years of experience overseeing luxury spas, most recently as Spa Director of the Waldorf Astoria Orlando. Previous positions include roles at Mansion on Forsyth Park and Bella Vita Medical Spa, and Assistant Spa Director at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Her passion for the spa industry encompasses a broad range of wellness pillars, including self-accountability, nutritional awareness, stress management, physical fitness and environment sensitivity. Seeing people changed from their spa experiences is truly fulfilling and inspiring to Neeley's work, and this holistic view is what informs the diverse, whole-body spa programming at Conrad Spa Orlando.
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.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, a distinguished landmark on Florida's Gulf Coast and the region's foremost luxury resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Sherwin as the property's General Manager. Sherwin will oversee operations for all facets of the resort, including its award-winning dining venues, exclusive beach club and golf club, and newly renovated spa, ensuring the highest standards of service and hospitality. His strategic vision and innovative approach will further elevate the hotel's reputation as a pinnacle of luxury and sophistication.
266-room boutique hotel in heart of South Beach joins Tribute Portfolio's growing global family of characterful, independent hotels.
LBA Hospitality, an Alabama-based hotel management company, today announced that the Courtyard by Marriott Lakeland hotel in Lakeland, Florida has completed a major interior renovations. The 78-room hotel located at 3725 Harden Boulevard is pleased to welcome guests after completing updates to the furniture and finishes throughout the guestrooms, public spaces, and meeting rooms. The hotel is owned by Flynn Holdings and managed by LBA Hospitality of Dothan, Alabama.