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The Luce, St. Pete Beach's Newest Coastal Lifestyle Retreat to Welcome Guests Early 2026

The highly anticipated new addition to St. Pete Beach's vibrant shoreline, The Luce, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is set to make its debut early 2026. Owned by The LCP Group, helmed by CEO Francis Lively, and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the hotel serves as the newest addition to the Tribute Portfolio brand, the growing collection of characterful, independent hotels from Marriott Bonvoy. With 200 stylish accommodations, including a selection of bungalow studio suites, The Luce will offer guests a playful yet polished nine acre beachfront retreat designed for both relaxation and celebration.

Tribute Portfolio
St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

130-Suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Lake Buena Vista - Orlando Finalizes $6 Million Renovation to Completely Reconfigure Property

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.

Homewood Suites
Orlando, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Naples Grande Beach Resort Announces Transformative Renovation, Ushering in a New Era of Gulf Coast Luxury

Naples Grande Beach Resort, a premier beachfront destination known for its luxurious accommodations and world-class amenities on Florida's Paradise Coast, today announced plans for a comprehensive renovation that will transform every aspect of the popular destination. Upon completion, guests will experience fully redesigned guest rooms and suites, expanded dining options, an enhanced lobby and arrival experience, a revitalized spa, upgraded event spaces, refreshed pool areas and more. The property will continue to welcome guests as usual until the renovation begins on April 1, 2026.

Naples Grande Beach Resort
Naples, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa Embarks on Multi-Phase Transformation to Enhance Guest Experience

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa, Florida's award-winning oceanfront destination, is undergoing a sweeping renovation that reimagines nearly every corner of the property, bringing a modern perspective to the island's rich cultural and natural heritage. The full transformation is scheduled to be completed by spring 2026, with several exciting milestones set to debut as early as November 2025.

Omni
Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States
Appointment

Luis Garcia has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort & Residences

The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Luis Garcia as Director of Food & Beverage. In this role, Garcia will oversee the resort's distinguished culinary and beverage program spanning BH Prime, Atlantikós, La Gourmandise and The St. Regis Bar, as well as its events, banquets and in-room dining operations. His leadership will further strengthen the resort's reputation for delivering extraordinary dining experiences that reflect the brand's signature blend of timeless sophistication and modern luxury.

St. Regis
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
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Andrew Rogers has been appointed as General Market Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples

The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples proudly announces the appointment of Andrew Rogers as Market General Manager of the two acclaimed Gulf Coast resorts, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples and The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón. A seasoned leader with more than three decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Rogers brings extensive expertise in hotel, residential, club, and golf operations.

Ritz-Carlton
Naples, Florida, United States
Appointment

Grant Friedman has been appointed as General Manager at Palm House

Palm House, Palm Beach's first new hotel in four years and the debut U.S. property for L+R Hotels' prestigious Iconic Luxury Hotels collection, announces the appointment of Grant Friedman as general manager. This milestone appointment coincides with Palm House's MICHELIN Guide One Key distinction in its first year of operation, an honor awarded to the world's most exceptional hotel experiences.

L+R Hotels
Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Acqualina Resort Unveils New Oceanfront Villa Suite

Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach, the Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond luxury seaside haven in Sunny Isles Beach, proudly announces the debut of its newest suite: One-Bedroom Oceanfront Villa Suite with Convertible Den. Designed by Isabel Tragash of STA Architectural Group, the Villa Suite is a one-of-a-kind retreat that combines the comforts of home with Acqualina's award-winning amenities and world-class service.

Acqualina Resort & Residences
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, United States
Development Pipeline

Meliá Hotels International Returns to Miami with First Branded Residences Hotel in the US: Meliá Miami Brickell

Meliá Hotels International, a global leader in hospitality, proudly announces its Miami debut with Meliá Miami Brickell, the brand's first Branded Residences in the city. This landmark project, developed in collaboration with Urban Network Capital Group, introduces a new era of hospitality-infused living to the heart of Miami's dynamic Brickell District. 

Meliá
Miami, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami Nears Completion of $100 Million Transformation

Since closing in May 2025, The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami has advanced a sweeping $100 million transformation introducing redesigned guest rooms and suites, two new restaurant concepts, refreshed public, retail and lounge spaces, new spa, and expanded fitness and wellness offerings, spread across 17 acres. Led by Gencom and spearheaded by design architect Hart Howerton, Design Agency and Chapi Chapo Design, the project reflects the natural beauty, heritage, and relaxed spirit of Key Biscayne while balancing timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication.

Ritz-Carlton
Miami, Florida, United States
Appointment

Drew Adams has been appointed as Head Chef at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

CW Prime, the premier steakhouse at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, proudly announces the appointment of Chef Drew Adams as its new head chef, marking a bold new chapter in the restaurant's culinary journey. Known for his refined technique, inventive menus, and commitment to sourcing local ingredients, Chef Adams brings a wealth of experience from some of the nation's most acclaimed kitchens.

St. Regis
Longboat Key, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Ocean Key Resort & Spa Reveals Stunning Lobby, Bar & Lounge Redesign

Ocean Key Resort & Spa, located at the very edge of Duval Street where the ocean meets the sky, announces the December 2025 debut of its newly redesigned lobby, bar, and lounge. This highly anticipated project introduces a fresh sense of place that reflects the resort's reputation as one of Key West's most vibrant and luxurious retreats, blending the spirited charm of the island with the sophistication of an award-winning property recognized among the best in the U.S. and Caribbean.

Noble House
Key West, Florida, United States
Development Opening

Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic Debuts on Mayo Clinic Campus

Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic is officially open and welcomes guests for the first time today, marking the first full-service hotel opening in the Jacksonville market in nearly two decades. Since construction first began in 2023, the eight-story, 252-room property has been one of Northeast Florida's most anticipated hotel openings. Located on the Mayo Clinic campus, the property combines Hilton's world-class hospitality with the easygoing spirit of coastal Florida. The hotel, which was built by Concord Hospitality Enterprises and Whitman Peterson, in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, is also one of the newest Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties to debut the brand's refreshed identity, a modernized expression of Hilton, reflected through enhanced design and reimagined service touchpoints.

Hilton
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Development Pipeline

Moffitt Cancer Center and Mainsail Lodging & Development Announce Partnership To Develop Full-Service Hotel on Moffitt’s McKinley Campus

Moffitt Cancer Center, a leading National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Tampa-based Mainsail Lodging & Development today announced a partnership to bring a new 200-room, full-service hotel to Moffitt's McKinley Campus. Expected to open in summer 2028, the hotel will enhance the experience of patients, families, visiting physicians and scientists, and the broader community.

Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC
Tampa, Florida, United States
Appointment

Jorge Madrigal has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort

Today, Hilton announces the appointment of Jorge Madrigal as general manager at the recently renovated Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort. A hospitality veteran with more than 30 years of experience, Madrigal will oversee all aspects of the resort's operations, including guest services, staff management and strategic planning. He will also maintain his current position as complex general manager of Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street.

Hilton
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Sirata Beach Resort in St. Petersburg, Florida Completes $25 Million Renovation to Guest Rooms and Suites

The beloved Sirata Beach Resort announces the completion of its $25 million guest rooms and suites renovation, as well as the lobby and fitness center. Owned and managed by Columbia Sussex, the Sirata Beach Resort will transition to a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property once Phase II of the renovation is complete. The Tapestry Collection is comprised of independent boutique hotels, each rich in cultural charm and deeply connected to its destination.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton
St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States