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Seamus Mullen has been named Culinary Director at Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill, the five-star hotel set in Menlo Park, California, has partnered with acclaimed Chef Seamus Mullen to serve as the property's Culinary Director. Through this partnership, Seamus will oversee the creative aspects of the culinary program across the hotel's three outlets and in-room dining, from menu development to the curation of new food and beverage experiences. Seamus will guide the team at Rosewood Sand Hill to deliver convivial culinary concepts for the resort's signature, Michelin-starred restaurant, Madera, The Library & Bar and the seasonal poolside pop-up.

Rosewood Hotel Group
Menlo Park, California, United States
Development Opening

Hotel Ziggy Opens in the Heart of LA’s Sunset Strip

In a destination where luxury, glamour and celebrity reign, a rebellious new neighbor has taken up residence in the heart of the Sunset Strip. The new Hotel Ziggy embraces differences and challenges conformity as a place that encourages guests and locals to come hang out and "just be who you are." The unpretentious design influenced by grit and rock 'n' roll features a modern counter-culture spin. Located next to Mondrian Los Angeles, Hotel Ziggy is the last standing rebel on the block.

Springboard Hospitality
West Hollywood, California, United States
Development Opening

Cambria Hotels Continues West Coast Expansion With Calabasas Debut

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), revealed today that modern travelers visiting the Golden State have yet another location to experience the brand's stylish essentials and design-forward accommodations following yesterday's official debut of the Cambria Hotel Calabasas. The newest Cambria hotel represents the brand's fifth location in California - joining hotels in the wine country of Napa and Sonoma, LAX and the Cambria Hotel Anaheim Resort Area - and underscores the brand's quest to bring its modern, upscale experience to travelers' favorite destinations.

Cambria Hotels
Calabasas, California, United States
Development Pipeline

Sensei Porcupine Creek Set To Open November 1st

Sensei, the leading wellness hospitality brand, will welcome guests at its highly-anticipated second location, Sensei Porcupine Creek, beginning November 1, 2022. This opening is the brand's follow-up to its highly acclaimed debut property, Sensei Lāna'i, A Four Seasons Resort, which is located on the striking Hawaiian island of Lāna'i. Bringing its award-winning wellness retreat concept to the desert, Sensei will continue its commitment to wellbeing and immersing people in nature with Sensei Porcupine Creek. Set within the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains in Rancho Mirage, California, the 230-acre private estate with impeccable grounds has been transformed into the brand's first standalone wellness, golf and tennis resort operated solely by Sensei. It is intended as a haven for an array of health-conscious spa and sport enthusiasts to come together in an intimate, luxurious setting with a common interest - to learn how to live a longer, healthier life long after the retreat ends. Bookings open today with a series of wellness packages available from flexible two-night stays to longer in-depth programs.

Sensei
Rancho Mirage, California, United States
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Ralph Grippo has been appointed as President at Terranea Resort

Tom Luersen, president of CoralTree Hospitality, today announced that Ralph Grippo has been named president of Terranea Resort, the company's premier oceanfront property in Southern California. Grippo brings more than 30 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry and deep knowledge of the Southern California market to the Terranea team. He is replacing Terri A. Haack, who has been leading Terranea since the property opened in 2009. Haack is shifting roles to focus more on corporate projects with parent company Lowe.

CoralTree Hospitality
Rancho Palos Verdes, California, United States
Development Opening

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Opens La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries, today announces the opening of La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz in Calif. This opening marks the latest addition to the La Quinta portfolio, which includes more than 920 hotels. There are approximately 180 hotels in the La Quinta development pipeline, with additional openings scheduled this year in key U.S. markets such as Austin, Denver and San Jose.

La Quinta by Wyndham
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Development Renovation

A Reinvigoration of Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs

A reimagined experiential destination for blissful and healthy living, Dr. Wilkinson's Hot Springs resort relaunched this spring under the name Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs. Led by SB Architects and EDG, the property underwent a complete architectural and interior design remodel, while maintaining retro elements as well as the mission it's had since its founding by wellness pioneers "Doc" and Edy Wilkinson in 1952: to create a sumptuous yet laid back place for relaxation and holistic fun for visitors and locals alike. Located in Calistoga, California it's a resort where wellness meets happiness, surrounded by the picturesque Vaca and Mayacamas Mountains. 

The Chartres Lodging Group, LLC
Calistoga, California, United States
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Gordon Fischmann has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Marriott Irvine Spectrum

Director of Food & Beverage Gordon Fischmann brings nearly two decades of global culinary experience to his executive position where he will oversee all aspects of the hotel's culinary program, including Heirloom Farmhouse Kitchen, Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar, in-room dining, celebrations and special events, in addition to leading the curation of innovative new programs and produce-forward dishes. Prior to joining the Marriott Irvine Spectrum team, Fischmann held various positions overseas in Spain, Germany and Austria. Most recently, he led various food and beverage programs throughout multiple Southern California luxury properties, including Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, Balboa Bay Resort Newport Beach, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach. When not overseeing culinary operations, Gordon enjoys playing soccer with his son, photography and art.

Marriott
Irvine, California, United States
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Bryan Easter has been appointed as Vice President of Development Planning at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants announced today that Bryan Easter has been named Vice President of Development Planning, a role that sits at the intersection of the boutique hospitality company's design, development and operations teams. He will be responsible for helping drive Kimpton's growth by executing against the company's global development plans.

IHG
San Francisco, California, United States
Development Opening

TETRA Hotel, an Autograph Collection Hotel, Opens in Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley is getting its newest luxury hotel with the opening of the TETRA Hotel, an Autograph Collection hotel, now officially open and welcoming guests. The hotel, located at 400 West Java Dr., Sunnyvale, CA, is just minutes from the San Jose International Airport and other nearby attractions such as Levi's Stadium, Shoreline Amphitheater, the Santa Clara Convention Center, and more.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Sunnyvale, California, United States
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Terrance Frederick has been appointed as Director of Sales, Events, and Marketing at Andaz West Hollywood

Frederick began his hospitality career in 2007 in operations with independent hotel brands in Virginia before switching to sales in 2010. His first job with Hyatt was in 2014 at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead as Sales Manager with a later promotion to Assistant Director of Sales. He continued at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta in the same role before moving to the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego as Director of Group Sales, his most recent position prior to Andaz West Hollywood.

Hyatt
Hollywood, California, United States
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Julian Tucker has been appointed as General Manager at Andaz West Hollywood

Tucker is a 25-year Hyatt career veteran with extensive experience in the hospitality world. He started off his Hyatt career at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee in the security department and was promoted to Director of Security before becoming Executive Housekeeper. Tucker then took the role of Front Office Manager at the Hyatt Regency Chicago followed by serving in several department head roles at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach and Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa in California. His next role was as the Director of Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center before spending six years in the Caribbean as Director of Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad and Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino. Prior to joining Andaz West Hollywood, he was the Director of Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs, FL. Tucker's community outreach affiliations include working with the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce on a task force to bring more Black business opportunities to the area.

Hyatt
Hollywood, California, United States
Development Rebranding

Pacifica Hotels and New Ownership Group Begin Rebrand for Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara

Pacifica Hotels, the largest owner and operator of independent, design-inspired hotels on the Pacific Coast, is refreshing the Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara property in collaboration with new ownership starting with a name change. The hotel was recently purchased by the same hotelier family who owns the historic Culver Hotel in Los Angeles and will be rebranded as an independent lifestyle hotel under the new name "The Riviera Beach House".

Pacifica Hotels
Santa Barbara, California, United States
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Sheila Buciuman has been appointed as Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Buciuman began her career as a diamond receptionist at the world-renowned Waldorf Astoria, acting as a front office associate, as well as managing the day-to-day experiences of Hilton Honors Diamond members. In 2015, she joined The Ritz-Carlton brand at its Palm Beach location and progressed her career primarily in leadership roles for hotel operations, from Front Office Manager to earning a promotion to Assistant Director of Housekeeping and Laundry. Following a move to Georgia, Buciuman received a number of awards and accolades at The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead including The Ritz-Carlton Cobalt Award in 2014 for successful implementation of a Marriott and Ritz-Carlton Rewards memberships and revenues program. During her tenure at the resort, she was promoted to Executive Assistant Manager where, under her leadership, the Rooms division and Spa achieved their all-time highest profitability since the opening of the hotel in 1984. Prior to joining The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, Buciuman served as Director of Operations at the St. Regis Atlanta where she spearheaded the successful completion of the hotel's $20-million renovation. Additionally, Buciuman lead her team to achieve the #1 ranking in customer engagement metrics within the St. Regis portfolio in North America for an impressive four years in a row from 2018-2021.

Marriott
Half Moon Bay, California, United States
Development Rebranding

Woodside Hotel Group Rebrands Bodega Bay Lodge to The Lodge At Bodega Bay

Woodside Hotel Group, a collection of independent boutique hotels throughout Northern California, today announces the rebranding and renaming of Bodega Bay Lodge to The Lodge at Bodega Bay. Timed to its 50th anniversary, The Lodge at Bodega Bay was originally purchased in 1972 by the Alden family as a small motor lodge on a beautiful bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Sonoma County, marking the creation of Woodside Hotel Group. Since, the Lodge has transformed into an elegant coastal hideaway, featuring 83 guest rooms with stunning ocean views and private balconies, most with wood-burning fireplaces.

Woodside Hospitality Group
Bodega Bay, California, United States