King & Rye, known for seasonal slow food, genuine southern hospitality and fine whiskeys, announces today the appointment of Tomas Chavarria as Executive Chef. Located on King Street just steps from the waterfront in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, King & Rye is the reflection of the longstanding culinary heritage and bounty of the mid-Atlantic and Southern regions of the U.S.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is proud to announce the opening of Hyatt Place Harrisonburg. As the newest and one of the most contemporary hotels in Harrisonburg, Virginia, the property, managed by Olympia Hotel Management, is conveniently located near Harrisonburg Crossing and the James Madison University (JMU) campus, a public research university.
Chris Ferrier, has been appointed Executive Chef of Lansdowne Resort located in Leesburg, Virginia. Ferrier is an accomplished food and beverage hospitality executive with a successful history of leading profitable Food & Beverage operations in large hotels, resorts and inclusive outlets and meeting space.
The Omni Homestead Resort, an iconic resort located on more than 2,000 acres, has officially begun a $120+ million, property-wide renovation. Marking the latest chapter in the storied history of the resort, the extensive restoration will include façade work, a new event facility, associate housing complex, updated guest rooms, refreshed public spaces, infrastructure improvements, and new amenities.
Caesars Entertainment shared official renderings today for Caesars Virginia, its $500 million resort expected to break ground by the end of the year in Danville. Following incredible support by the voters of Danville last November, Caesars Entertainment has been hard at work developing plans for Caesars Virginia, which will include 500 hotel rooms, a state-of-the-art casino floor, Caesars Sportsbook, World Series of Poker Room, new restaurant and entertainment offerings, and much more.
Archer Hotel is expanding with the debut of ARCHER® Hotel Tysons on September 14, 2021. This luxury, new-build hotel in Fairfax County in the new Scotts Run South development marks the seventh property in Archer's collection and its fourth on the East Coast. At the foot of the McLean Silver Line Metro Station and just 9 miles northwest of Washington, D.C., guests who check in to Archer Hotel Tysons, whether for business, leisure or celebrations, will find refined design, and artful spaces around every corner. The 178-room boutique hotel will follow in the award-winning footsteps of its sister properties, laden with thoughtful touches, anticipatory service and local discoveries, that continuously land them in the coveted top spots on trusted review sites. The common theme is the team's dedication to sincere service that is often mentioned in tandem with compliments on Archer's attention to details big and small.
Keswick Hall, one of Virginia's top destinations since 1912, will reopen this summer 2021, following the completion of a new guest wing, infinity pool and cabanas, red clay tennis courts and reimagined resort grounds. In addition, the renewed Keswick Hall will feature a new signature restaurant, Marigold, helmed by acclaimed Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. For this project, owners Molly and Robert Hardie tapped the architecture firm Hart Howerton, distinguished lighting design firm, L'Observatoire International and renowned landscape architects, Nelson Byrd Woltz to work together to redefine the art of American hospitality and help to marry the resort's classic style and sophistication with luxurious comfort and modern amenities.
As pandemic related restrictions lift and businesses start to reopen, the Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa in Short Pump is ready to host guests for all of the traditional hospitality experiences they have missed - from overnight stays to weddings and business conferences.
The brand plans to build on its expansion efforts, with the opening in 2021 of the Clarion Pointe South Boston-Danville East hotel
Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof in Newport News, Virginia.
Longtime luxury resort executive Mark Spadoni has been named managing director for The Omni Homestead Resort, effective Monday, April 12. For the past 20 years, Spadoni has served as the general manager for the AAA Four-Diamond Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa and Club at Savannah Harbor, leading the team to top accolades from Westin, Condé Nast Traveler, Golfweek and others.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites, an all-suite, 295-room property, opens today on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. The nine-story hotel focuses on delivering the fundamentals of a good travel experience and features a clean aesthetic and a modern take on comfort. Guests will be able to enjoy spacious, efficiently designed one- and two-bedroom suites, a signature restaurant with an expansive outdoor patio, robust meeting and event capabilities, and lifestyle amenities such as a Bayfront pool, private beach and watersport rentals.
Sandy Minskoff has been appointed National Sales Manager of Lansdowne Resort located in Leesburg, Virginia. With more than twenty years of hospitality and management experience, Minskoff is positioned to cultivate relationships that introduce new business as the resort moves through post pandemic recovery. Minskoff joins the resort team most recently from neighboring National Conference Center where she successfully grew the Corporate, Federal and State Government markets. Her experience expands from well-known Virginia destinations such as Airlie Resort, The Boar's Head Inn, the Homestead Resort and Belmont Country Club. Minskoff will be responsible for national key accounts as well as government contractors in the Washington DC metro area. She is an active member of MPI, Northern Virginia Chamber, VSAE, and SGMP.
Chester based Shamin Hotels is placing finishing touches on the newly renovated The Landing at Hampton Marina, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. The iconic nine-story hotel located in downtown Hampton was one of the first properties approved by Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
Kevin Carter, CHA has been appointed Managing Director of Lansdowne Resort and Spa located in Leesburg, Virginia. Carter takes the helm with close to 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, most recently serving as the President of Guests, Inc., a full-service hotel management company headquartered in Strasburg, Virginia.
Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY), a leading U.S. omnichannel provider of land-based gaming and interactive entertainment, today submitted a proposal to the City of Richmond to develop and operate the "Bally's Richmond Casino Resort," a world class, destination resort, hotel and casino. The project, which will span more than 1.6 million total square feet, will include a casino, sportsbook, hotel, resort-style pool, dining and retail outlets, and a flexible space for live entertainment and conferences.
The HSMAI Americas Board of Directors has selected Staci Olney, Red Roof®'s Vice President of National Sales, as one of the Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Optimization. Being named to the Top 25 is an honor given to leaders of the hospitality, travel, and tourism industries for measured accomplishments during the past year. The list gives distinction to outstanding leaders and performers who are admired by their colleagues and the industry.
Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) selected Bettina Garibaldi, SVP and managing director of Ketchum's Travel, Hospitality & Leisure industry, as one of "The HSMAI Top 25: Extraordinary Minds in Hospitality Sales, Marketing and Revenue Optimization."
McKibbon Hospitality, an award-winning leader in hotel management, proudly announces that its tenured regional revenue manager, Erin Cerrato, has received Certified Revenue Manager Executive (CRME) certification from Hospitality Sales and Marketing International. Cerrato is the first member of McKibbon's talented in-house revenue management team to receive this certification, elevating the team's potential to maximize profits and drive market share across its management portfolio.
Quirk Hotel Charlottesville, the first boutique art hotel in the city's historic downtown, announces the appointment of Hector Pabon to Executive Chef. Pabon brings an impressive culinary background to the hotel, having worked nearly 20 years in the foodservice industry and extensively for Hyatt in Tampa Bay, Clearwater Beach, Atlanta, and most recently Santa Clara. In his new role, Pabon is responsible for overseeing and directing the hotel's food service operations.