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Reimagined Americana Motor Hotel Debuts on Route 66

Inspired by Flagstaff's natural wonders, scenic drives and lunar history, Americana Motor Hotel is open following an extensive transformation led by Practice Hospitality, a Dallas-based hotel management company and operator of award-winning hotels with intentionally-crafted experiences and soul. Parked right on historic Route 66, this retro-futuristic motor hotel offers 89 artful rooms, a year-round heated pool, fenced in "Barkyard" with dog wash station, spacious Backyard with firepits, and telescopes to explore the star-spangled sky in the world's First International Dark Sky City.

Practice Hospitality
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
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Devin Mahoney has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix

An urban Downtown Phoenix oasis anchoring the CityScape experience, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' Luxury & Lifestyle collection, today announced Devin Mahoney as its new general manager. A dedicated leader and Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants veteran with nearly two decades of experience, Mahoney is celebrated for creating experience-driven environments, an outstanding guest and teammate experience and is positioned to further elevate and evolve the Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix experience.

IHG
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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Sibylle Jenny has joined JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa as Director of Sales and Marketing

JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Sibylle Jenny to director of sales and marketing at the 453-room landmark resort in affluent Paradise Valley, Ariz. Spearheading the sales and marketing efforts for the luxury resort, Jenny will provide strategic leadership and direction for the sales team to drive revenue and implement business goals to continue building upon the success of the award-winning property. She also will focus on VIP relations and managing relationships with group and leisure clients along with industry partners.

Marriott
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
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Matthew Levy has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

The Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is delighted to announce the appointment of Matthew Levy as the new Chef de Cuisine at Prado, the resort's exquisite Spanish-inspired dining destination. Under the guidance of Executive Chef, Herve Cuyeu, with a culinary background deeply rooted in family tradition and a passion for creating extraordinary dishes, Levy brings his expertise and innovative approach to elevate the dining experience at Omni Montelucia.

Omni
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
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Zach Miller has been appointed as General Manager at the Americana Motor Hotel

Practice Hospitality is proud to announce Zach Miller as general manager of Americana Motor Hotel, the Dallas-based hotel management group's forthcoming property set to open in Flagstaff in July 2023. Leading the opening of Americana Motor Hotel, Miller is in charge of recruiting staff for the reinvented Route 66 motor hotel and will oversee daily operations, sales efforts, budgets and a team of over 20 onsite employees.

Practice Hospitality
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
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Opening Spring 2023: Reinvented Retro Motor Hotel on Route 66

Just in time for summer road trip season, Americana Motor Hotel will soon reopen in Flagstaff, AZ, following an extensive renovation and rebrand by Practice Hospitality. Built in 1962 and reopening in late spring 2023, Americana Motor Hotel is a launchpad for adventure in Northern Arizona. Located on the iconic Route 66 and in the world's first Dark Sky city, the retro-futuristic oasis is reimagining the classic roadside retreat.

Practice Hospitality
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
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Scott Snofsky has been appointed as General Manager at Great Wolf Lodge Arizona

Great Wolf Resorts named Scott Snofsky as the General Manager of Great Wolf Lodge Arizona. Snofsky brings over a decade of experience managing hotels from Austin to Arizona, to his tenure at Great Wolf Lodge, having previously held roles at both Hotel Adeline - A Tribute Portfolio Hotel and L'Auberge de Sedona. In this role, Snofsky will oversee all operations of the family-friendly indoor water park resort located within the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community's Talking Stick Entertainment District.

Great Wolf Resorts
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Development Renovation

Twenty Four Seven Hotels Announces Completion of 150-Room Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport Renovation

Twenty Four Seven Hotels, a third-party hospitality management company for premium-branded, select-service and lifestyle hotel segments in the western U.S., today announced the completed renovation of the 150-room Four Points by Sheraton Tucson Airport. The multi-million dollar refurbishment upgraded the hotel's guest and meeting rooms, public spaces and restaurant. The renovation also included adding new furnishings, bathrooms and linens throughout the property.

Four Points by Sheraton
Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Tyler Stirrett has been appointed as General Manager at Royal Palms Resort and Spa, Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Royal Palms Resort and Spa, an award-winning luxury Phoenix resort and member of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, today introduced Tyler Stirrett as its new general manager. A seasoned industry leader and 21-year Hyatt veteran, Stirrett is primed to continue evolving and elevating the Royal Palms guest experience at the celebrated desert resort as it approaches its milestone 75th anniversary next year.

Hyatt
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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Michael Elortegui has been appointed as Restaurant General Manager at Talavera at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

New Talavera General Manager Michael Elortegui joins Four Seasons most recently from Bourbon Steak at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, where he was the senior restaurant manager. Prior to that, he gained valuable restaurant management experience in Hawaii at the Fairmont Orchid, and in California at multiple hotels and resorts. Elortegui is originally from Miami, but has been on the west coast since 2015. Prior to his time in the hospitality world, he participated in professional global tennis tournaments in the United Kingdom and throughout Europe. Elortegui earned his Bachelor's Degree from Niagara University, followed by time spent in London achieving his Master's Degree in international relations from the University of East London.

Four Seasons
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
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Jesus Figueroa has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Talavera at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

New Chef de Cuisine Jesus Figueroa's most recent role was as executive chef at ETTA, a concept created by Michelin-starred chef Danny Grant. He also opened Renata's Hearth at Arizona Biltmore as executive chef. Figueroa honed his skills prior to that at locally acclaimed restaurants including Cafe Monarch and Tarbell's. Figueroa also spent time working outside of Arizona, in Chicago at Michelin-rated Boka restaurant, Jean-Georges at the Ambassador Inn and Bohemian Groove in Sonoma, among other spots. A graduate of the University of Central Florida with a degree in hospitality management, Figueroa learned to love cooking watching his mother, and ended up in a professional kitchen by harnessing his degree in hotels with his love of the culinary arts.

Four Seasons
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States