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Cambria Hotels Marks Expansion In Airport Markets With Orlando Debut

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its domestic expansion with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Orlando Airport. The five-story, 108-room hotel is the brand's fourth property to open this year, joining the Cambria Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach, Cambria Hotel Rock Hill - University Center and the Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Capitol Riverfront, as it continues to add new locations throughout the U.S. in top-tier markets. Cambria Hotels is set to open two more airport-area hotels this year in Austin, Texas and Nashville, Tennessee.

Cambria Hotels
Orlando, Florida, United States
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Heaton Companies Announces Ouanalao Residences & Resort On South Florida’s Hutchinson Island

Heaton Companies has announced its newest project, Ouanalao Residences & Resort (pronounced O-wana-loo). Inspired by the native spirit and timeless architecture of St. Barthélemy in the French West Indies, this 12-acre oasis features 25 oceanfront villas and 25 beach cottages fronting the Atlantic Ocean and Indian River Lagoon on South Florida's unspoiled Hutchinson Island. Villas are 4,231 sq. ft. with prices from the $3 millions and features including a private walkway to the beach, elevated oceanfront pools, and more.

Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC
Jensen Beach, Florida, United States
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Accor To Operate Downtown Miami’s New Legacy Hotel & Residences Developed By Rpc Under The Morgans Originals Portfolio

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and Miami-based real estate developer RPC (Royal Palm Companies), announce a strategic agreement to manage and operate Downtown Miami's newest mixed-use tower, Legacy Hotel & Residences under the Morgans Originals brand. This news comes on the heels of Accor's latest phase of expansion following its acquisition of sbe's hotel brands and its planned joint venture with Ennismore, which will see the creation of one of the world's largest and fastest growing lifestyle operators.

Morgans Originals
Miami, Florida, United States
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The Kimpton Goodland Hotel – Fort Lauderdale Beach Welcomes Its First Guests

South Florida's beloved Fort Lauderdale debuts a reimagined and fresh era in hospitality with today's official opening of The Kimpton Goodland Hotel - Fort Lauderdale Beach - the destination's first true boutique hotel. Owned by Banyan Investment Group and operated by Hotel Equities, the hotel is Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants' first property in the market and seventh property in Florida. Located in the N orth Beach Village neighborhood, and just one block away from the beach, the brand-new 96-key property invites guests to discover a cool and carefree Fort Lauderdale experience.

Kimpton
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
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Menin And Hilton Announce The Launch Of The Ray

Menin, a leading developer, owner and manager of commercial real estate properties today announced the official launch of their latest development and first ever hotel project, The Ray Hotel Delray Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton. The 141-room tropical luxury boutique hotel brings a new level of design-focused luxury to the South Florida hotel experience and debuts the latest addition to the Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) collection of one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts in premier destinations around the world.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Delray Beach, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

New Parlor Suites Now Available At Trump International Beach Resort

The independently owned and operated Trump International Beach Resort, situated on South Florida's Sunny Isles Beach, has introduced a new room type, now available for reservation. The luxury resort's new Parlor Suites offer a two or three-bedroom layout, allowing families or "travel pods" the opportunity to safely gather as pandemic-related restrictions are eased. Additionally, the resort recently renovated its lobby, including adding a new restaurant.

TRUMP Hotels
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, United States
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Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami Commences Sales

Developer PMG, Toronto-based private equity firm Greybrook Realty Partners, global investment company Mohari Hospitality, S2 Development and global hospitality company Hilton (NYSE: HLT) proudly announce the commencement of sales for Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami. Located at 300 Biscayne Boulevard, the soaring tower will rise 100 stories and 1,049 feet above Biscayne Bay as the tallest residential building south of New York City, offering expansive unobstructed views and a new architectural wonder in South Florida. This will also mark the debut of one of the world's most iconic hospitality brands, Waldorf Astoria, in the Miami market.

Waldorf Astoria
Miami, Florida, United States
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Michael Melendez has been appointed as General Manager at Fenway Hotel

Fenway Hotel in Dunedin, Florida, announced today the appointment of Michael (Mickey) Melendez as its new general manager. Melendez will oversee the hiring of new staff and day-to-day operations at the historic Fenway Hotel. Melendez has relocated from Florida's east coast, where he most recently worked as general manager of The Daytona, Autograph Collection.

Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC
Dunedin, Florida, United States
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Hilton Aventura Miami Is Open

Located in the metropolitan city of Aventura, Fla., the new Hilton Aventura Miami opens its doors March 23, 2021. The upscale hotel is poised to welcome locals, leisure and business travelers, and groups, with well-appointed accommodations, a robust culinary program, artful touches, premium business services and vibrant lifestyle amenities. The 208-room hotel is surrounded by world-class shopping, South Florida's finest beaches, golf courses and casinos and is a short drive from Miami and Fort Lauderdale International airports.

Hilton
Aventura, Florida, United States
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Garth Laird has been promoted to VP of Trade Sales, US at Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI)

Current Senior National Director of Sales Garth Laird has been promoted to Vice President of Trade Sales, US. Laird joined UVI as a Business Development Manager and arose through the ranks as Director of Sales Industry Programs, where his talent for sales flourished and where he was repeatedly recognized, including winning the coveted Chairman's Award for Outstanding Sales.

Sandals Resorts International
Miami, Florida, United States
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Maureen Barnes-Smith has been named VP Sales and Marketing, Canada at Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI)

Maureen Barnes-Smith, Director of Sales & Marketing in Canada has been named Vice President Sales and Marketing, Canada. A company veteran of 27 years, Barnes-Smith has successfully led the company's growth and expansion across Canada, making it the largest operation of any Caribbean resort chain in the country. A Director of Philanthropy for the not-for-profit Sandals Foundation in Canada, Barnes is also active in the Jamaican Diaspora community.

Sandals Resorts International
Miami, Florida, United States
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William Tullmann has been promoted to VP of Operations & Revenue Strategy at Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI)

Hospitality revenue management expert William Tullmann, CRME, C.Dir, has been promoted from Director to Vice President of Operations & Revenue Strategy, where he will expand initiatives that grow global distribution, optimize revenue, and improve commercial operations. Tullmann holds a certificate in Advanced Hospitality Revenue Management from Cornell University and is currently attending the prestigious MBA program at Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), Switzerland. A champion for the greater hospitality business, Tullmann continues to contribute to the industry-leading innovation the brand is known for.

Sandals Resorts International
Miami, Florida, United States
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Tonya Hawryluk has been appointed as Senior VP of Group Development at Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI)

Tonya Hawryluk, currently serving as Vice President, becomes Senior Vice President of Group Development, recognizing her more than 25 years' experience in customer service, operations and sales. Her professionalism and commitment to customer satisfaction has been instrumental in growing the demand for the MICE market. Hawryluk will be responsible for engineering the return of group incentive travel.

Sandals Resorts International
Miami, Florida, United States
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Gary Sadler has been appointed as Executive VP of Sales & Industry Relations at Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI)

Gary Sadler, who pioneered the organization's Canadian market, rising through the ranks to his most recent position of Senior Vice President of Sales, will now serve as Executive Vice President of Sales & Industry Relations. Sadler is heralded by travel advisors worldwide and credited with many innovative and award-winning programs, including the concepting of the Chairman's Royal Club which gathers top travel advisors around the world. In his expanded role, he is committed to the continued fostering of relationships with the broader industry including travel networks, airline partners, tour operators, travel associations, tourist boards and various government entities.

Sandals Resorts International
Miami, Florida, United States
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Tony Cortizas has been appointed as Senior VP of Brand Development at Unique Vacations Inc. (UVI)

Branding expert Tony Cortizas returns to the organization after a 15-year hiatus, as Senior Vice President of Brand Development. During his first tenure at UVI, Cortizas was part of the team that brought to life some of Sandals Resorts' expanded weddings offerings. He also helped to make the family-friendly Beaches Resorts brand a must-do family vacation experience. A creative thinker and strong brand marketer who takes defining service standards to heart, Cortizas will be instrumental in ensuring marketing programs are relevant and resonate with consumers.

Sandals Resorts International
Miami, Florida, United States