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Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Guestroom Renovation

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, located on 405 acres of Texas landscape lining the Colorado River right outside of Austin and near the city of Bastrop, unveils a multi-million-dollar guestroom renovation. The revitalization was conducted by Stonehill Taylor, a premier hospitality-focused architecture and interior design firm, and features a complete transformation of the hotel's 434 guestrooms and 56 suites.

Yudith Bustos has been appointed as Executive Pastry Chef at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas

The culinary team at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas welcomes Yudith Bustos as the new Executive Pastry Chef. Transferring from Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, she brings with her sugar, spice and lifetime of experience. Although her tenure with Four Seasons spans over a decade, she has been making magic in the kitchen for as long as she can remember.

Accor To Operate The Anticipated Lifestyle Hotel, Artista San Antonio Under The Morgans Originals Portfolio

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, today announced a strategic agreement to manage and operate Artista San Antonio with San Antonio-based developer Harris Bay, set to open in July 2023. The hotel will operate under Accor's newest lifestyle brand, Morgans Originals. Built on the heritage of lifestyle hospitality, Morgans Originals properties provide much more than a conventional hotel experience, offering the very best in food, mixology, design and atmosphere. This news comes on the heels of Accor's latest phase of expansion following its acquisition of sbe's hotel brands and its planned joint venture with Ennismore, which will see the creation of one of the world's largest and fastest growing lifestyle operators.

Silvia Zamora has been appointed as Vice President of Meeting Design and Experience at Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)

Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), a leader in luxury hotel sales for meeting incentives, conventions, and exhibition (MICE), welcomes the addition of Silvia Zamora to the ALHI executive team. As ALHI's new Vice President of Meeting Design and Experience, Zamora will lead and accelerate the company's vision for meetings and events in partnership with more than 250 member hotels and partners.Prior to joining ALHI, Zamora spent seven years at Virtuoso, a global network of travel agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel, where she led the organization's major pivot from in-person to digital events. She also produced the company's well-attended Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas and their International Symposiums, Forum and Chairman events for many years. Zamora culminated her tenure at Virtuoso as the Director of Event Operations.

Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center Opens As Largest Hotel & Convention Center In Allen, Texas

Crescent Hotels & Resorts, a premier hotel management company, announced today the opening of Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center on July 28, 2021. A hallmark of hospitality in north Dallas, the hotel will feature a transformed guest experience and guest rooms, as part of the reinvention of Marriott Hotels, which speaks to the needs of today's modern traveler.

The Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort Breaks Ground On 150-Acre Beachfront Development

Local developer breaks ground on the highly anticipated Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort, located on the Upper Texas Coast in Crystal Beach. The brand-new 150-acre beachfront RV resort is now accepting reservations. The Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort remains on target to complete phase one of the master resort plan and open its doors in November 2021.

Daniel Ben-David has been named Executive Chef at Hilton Austin

Daniel Ben-David has been named as the new executive chef at the 801-room Hilton Austin. With over 15 years of culinary experience, Chef Ben-David joins Hilton Austin from the legendary Hotel del Coronado, part of Curio Collection by Hilton. In his new role, he will lead all of Hilton Austin's culinary and banquet operations, spearhead innovative menu creation and oversee the hotel's two dining venues - Cannon + Belle, with farm-to-table cuisine and Austin Taco Project, offering unexpected tacos and taps.

Scarlett Hotel Group & Trailbreak Partners Plan New InterContinental Hotel For San Antonio

Scarlett Hotel Group (SHG) announced today that the company has purchased the former Wyndham San Antonio River Walk, located at 111 East Pecan Street in San Antonio, as part of a joint venture with Trailbreak Partners. The new owners have closed the property to begin implementing plans for a $50 million overhaul of the hotel which will be transformed to a luxury, full-service, four-star, 390-room InterContinental hotel in early 2023.

The Kimpton Harper Hotel Opens In Downtown Fort Worth

The highly anticipated Kimpton Harper Hotel debuts in downtown Fort Worth. Development Services Group, Inc., based in Memphis, TN, acquired the architectural landmark near Sundance Square from XTO Energy and oversaw the adaptive reuse to convert it from an office building into The Harper Hotel. Originally built in 1921 in the heart of downtown Fort Worth as the headquarters for Farmer's and Mechanics Bank, the reimagining of this striking building coincides with the 100th anniversary of its original completion. The Harper Hotel is managed by Pivot, the lifestyle operating vertical of Davidson Hospitality Group. In the heart of downtown and three miles from the historic Fort Worth stockyards, the location offers a unique destination for travelers and locals alike with the renowned Sundance Square Plaza as well as shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and a lively bar scene—all just steps away.

Nate Hardesty has been appointed as Managing Director at Thompson Austin & tommie Austin

Hyatt Hotels and Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Nate Hardesty as managing director of Thompson Austin and tommie Austin, a mixed-use development slated to debut in the heart of Austin this summer. Situated in downtown Austin's vibrant music and entertainment district, the highly anticipated and adjoined Thompson Austin and tommie Austin bring new, upscale hospitality to the capital city with thoughtfully designed guestrooms, suites, and residences; several distinct food and beverage concepts; lush pool deck; expansive wellness center; and several indoor-outdoor meeting spaces—all providing unique and energetic gathering places for the local community and visitors alike.

Daniel Levy has been appointed as Corporate Regional Sales Manager at AC Hotel by Marriott Dallas by the Galleria

Daniel Levy, Corporate Regional Sales Manager, works together with the onsite AC Hotel Dallas team to maximize regional travel and foster greater relationships with Dallas drive markets. With a keen perspective and understanding of the art of the business traveler, Levy provides unique insight into the new age of business travel in a post-covid world.

Kasey Rhoton has been appointed as Director of Sales at AC Hotel by Marriott Dallas by the Galleria

Kasey Rhoton, Director of Sales, joins AC Hotels with over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry within North Dallas. Rhoton offers prospective clients detailed services for catering, conference rooms and business travel with an attention to long-term partnerships. Additionally, Rhoton holds strong relationships within the North Dallas hotel industry allowing for greater insight into local opportunities.