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Erica Tortora has been promoted to Director of Marketing at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street

In her previous role as Senior Marketing Manager at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street, Erica Tortora proved to be instrumental in elevating the properties to new heights and showcasing the hotels' role in the Water Street neighborhood. Erica has a decade of experience in luxury hospitality, having represented a number of hotel brands including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Park Hyatt. She joined Marriott International in 2021 as a Communications Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach.

Marriott
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Derek Wood has been appointed as Director of Sales at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street

Derek Wood brings with him a treasure trove of experience in the hospitality world, having worked his sales magic with several Marriott-branded hotels over the past decade-and-a-half. Prior to joining the sister properties, Wood served as Associate Director of Sales at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa where he managed the day-to-day activities of the resort's group and catering sales team. As Director of Sales, Derek will oversee all sales operations, devising innovative strategies to maximize revenue generation.

Marriott
Tampa, Florida, United States
Development Pipeline

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Breaks Ground on Luxury Six-Bedroom Vacation Homes; Latest Expansion at Orange Lake Resort

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated, an international vacation ownership company, broke ground today for the latest expansion to its flagship property - The Residences at Orange Lake Resort. Built with multi-generational travelers in mind, The Residences will feature luxurious six-bedroom vacation homes that total 5,575 square feet in size and comfortably sleep 20 guests, with each home offering its own private pool. The first phase of The Residences will include four homes, and in the future could include up to 16 homes on the site.

Holiday Inn Club Vacations®
Orlando, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport Completes Multimillion-Dollar Property Upgrade

Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport is pleased to announce the completion of the multi-million-dollar renovation to its 318-room property. The six-month extensive renovation project includes fresh and modish updates to all guest rooms, lobby, breakfast area and more than 20,000 square feet of event spaces. Located at 3974 NW South River Drive in Miami, Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport is a close half mile from Miami International Airport and conveniently close to major Miami attractions, such as the Miami Seaquarium, Jungle Island, historic Coral Gables, trendy South Beach and the Port of Miami for all cruise departures.

Embassy Suites by Hilton
Miami, Florida, United States
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Andrea Paulino has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Epicurean Hotel

Located in the trendy Hyde Park historic district of South Tampa, Epicurean Hotel recently announced the promotion of Andrea Paulino to Chef de Cuisine of the 137-room boutique hotel. In this position, Chef Paulino will provide culinary direction for the property's talented chefs, updating seasonal happy hour menus, and ensuring the quality and consistency of culinary items. Paulino will also assist in creating and teaching a diverse list of cooking classes at the hotel's state-of-the-art, 32-seat Epicurean Theatre.

Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Tom Riley has been appointed as Senior Executive Director, Acquisitions and Development for the Americas at Banyan Tree Group

Tom Riley brings a wealth of experience to his new position, boasting an impressive track record in the hospitality industry. Throughout his distinguished career, he has held leadership roles at renowned companies such as Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, Remington Hotels, and Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants. Notably, Tom played a pivotal role in expanding Kimpton's portfolio throughout the Eastern United States, Caribbean, and Latin America during his 17-year tenure. He holds an MBA from Palm Beach Atlantic University and actively participates in industry associations and organizations.

Banyan Group
Miami, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Hilton West Palm Beach is Reimagining Downtown Paradise with A $25 Million Transformative Renovation

Located in the heart of Downtown West Palm Beach, Hilton West Palm Beach has brought unparalleled ambience, service and experiences to the Palm Beaches for the last seven years, making it a favorite among travelers. A beacon for hospitality, the award-winning hotel will debut a fully transformative renovation this fall.

Hilton
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

StepStone Hospitality Announces Completion of Extensive Renovation at Fairfield Orlando I-Drive Convention Center

StepStone Hospitality, a premier management firm with expertise in full-service, select-service, and independent boutique-style hotel and restaurant operations, is thrilled to announce the comprehensive refurbishment of the Fairfield Orlando I-Drive Convention Center, located at 8214 Universal Blvd, Orlando, Florida. This significant transformation underscores StepStone's commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, particularly for meeting planners in search of an outstanding event venue.

Fairfield Inn & Suites®
Orlando, Florida, United States
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Art Fasano has been appointed as Director of Sales at Mission Inn Resort & Club

Mission Inn Resort & Club, an MMI Hotel Group property, is pleased to announce the appointment of Art Fasano, an esteemed professional with over 25 years of experience in hospitality, as its new Director of Sales. Fasano will manage and oversee the Central Florida hotel's sales operations while working collaboratively with the entire resort team to facilitate growth and develop revenue-related goals.

MMI Hotel Group
Howey-In-The-Hills, Florida, United States
Development Opening

The St. Joe Company Opens Its Fifth Hotel in 2023

The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) ("St. Joe") today announces the opening of the 75-room Camp Creek Inn, a beautifully designed boutique inn situated on the grounds of St. Joe's private membership club, Watersound® Club. The new inn is just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico and the iconic Scenic Highway 30A corridor, and offers guests access to the Watersound Club collection of golf, beach, dining and recreation amenities.

The St. Joe Company
Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
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Carolyn Horton has been appointed as Director of Sales at Omni Amelia Island Resort

Carolyn Horton brings over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the team at Omni Amelia Island resort, having held numerous leadership roles in high end hotels and resorts with a focus on catering, conventions, and group sales. Carolyn is a CMP-Certified Meeting Professional, which is the highest Industry designation for Meeting Professionals in the world. Carolyn has won the Hilton Brand "Circle of Excellence Award" and the Westin Brand "Sales Incentive Award," multiple times. Both awards are in recognition of sales excellence and revenue generation.

Omni
Omni Amelia Island Resort, Florida, United States
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Karen Donatelli has been appointed as Director, National Accounts at Omni Amelia Island Resort

Karen Donatelli has been in the hotel industry for over 20 years, with the last six being at Omni Hotels & Resorts. Upon graduating Georgia Southern University with a degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management she began her career at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. Karen worked her way from a manager in training in the group reservations department to convention services and then as a catering sales manager handling the wedding market. Karen started with the Omni brand in 2017 as the first hire at the Omni Hotel at the Battery Atlanta and proceeded to open the property in 2018. Karen then went on to win sales team of the year in 2019 and was promoted to National Sales Manager in 2021. Continuing her journey with Omni Hotels & Resorts, Karen transferred to Omni Louisville Hotel as National Sales Manager in 2022.

Omni
Amelia Island, Florida, United States
Development Reopening

Iconic Florida Luxury Resort Reopens To Debut Stunning Transformation

The latest chapter of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples' storied history has arrived, as the luxury Florida resort is now open and welcoming its Ladies and Gentlemen, loyal guests, and the Naples community home once again. The legendary beachfront resort has unveiled a dramatic transformation including the addition of the new Vanderbilt Tower, which features an expansive new Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge and more than seventy club-level guestrooms, along with a new resort lobby, and three new dining experiences. The transformed resort also presents new outdoor spaces including new pools, bungalows, and cabanas along with extensive redesigns to all 474 guest rooms and suites.

Ritz-Carlton
Naples, Florida, United States
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Osa Mallo has been appointed as Spa Director at Hotel Effie

Hotel Effie, the boutique luxury hotel managed by Highgate at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has announced the appointment of Osa Mallo as its new Spa Director. Mallo will oversee Spa Lilliana, the hotel's serene wellness utopia featuring 10 spacious and well-appointed treatment rooms, the only coed relaxation lounge in the region, private men's and women's locker rooms and relaxation areas, a hair and nail salon, and a retail boutique.

Highgate Hotels, L.P.
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States