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Downtown San Antonio, TX: Building for the Future
David Bone | September 19, 2024
Downtown San Antonio boasts a diverse array of buildings built during multiple decades, as can be expected in a city that is more than 300 years old. These structures contribute to the city’s historical charm, and contemporary buildings were not prevalent in the past. However, spurred by the “Decade of Downtown” within the city’s SA2020 growth plan created in 2010, revitalization and new-build projects became more common in the years prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The modernization was anchored by the 2019 opening of Frost Tower, the city’s first new high-rise since 1989. Since 2020, roughly 20 development projects, reportedly to
Radisson RED debuts in Germany With Opening in Berlin
Radisson Hotel Group | September 19, 2024
Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm has opened as the first bold, upscale Radisson RED property in Germany. Located just steps from Kurfürstendamm, commonly known as Ku'damm, Berlin's iconic boulevard and one of its most famous shopping streets, the new Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm is perfectly situated for those looking to explore the city. The newly opened Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm welcomes guests with cutting-edge lifestyle design. Following the extensive refurbishment and renovation of an existing hotel, Radisson RED Berlin Kudamm features a progressive design scheme, consisting of contemporary and elegant interiors infused with strong ar
IHG Hotels & Resorts Lands Quadruple Spanish Signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts | September 19, 2024
19.09.24 (London, UK): The growth of IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, continues in Spain with the signing of four hotels: Vignette Collection Mallorca – Finca Banyols, Vignette Collection Jerez, Hotel Indigo Gandia – Beach, and Holiday Inn Express San Sebastian – Errenteria. This builds on the 500 rooms added to IHG’s Spanish portfolio earlier in the year, taking the total of open and signed rooms to nearly 13,000 in the country. Hotel Indigo Gandia – Beach and Vignette Collection Jerez expand the company’s Luxury & Lifestyle presence in the market, with the latter becoming the
Louis Martin Appointed Director of Food & Beverage at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs
Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs | September 19, 2024
PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. (September 19, 2024) – Louis Martin has joined Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs as director of food & beverage to lead the 153-room hotel’s culinary program, including its restaurant and bar concepts: 4 Saints, Juniper Table, High Bar, and Window Bar. Martin brings over 23 years of hospitality leadership to the team at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs. Born and raised in Türkiye, he moved to the United States to advance his career trajectory in hotel food and beverage management. Throughout his professional journey, he has developed, upgraded, and optimized culinary programming and operations at award-winning prope
Dimension Hospitality Adds Fairfield Inn and Suites – Charlotte/Arrowood to Management Portfolio
Dimension Hospitality | September 19, 2024
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - - September 19, 2024 - - Joe Viglietta, COO of Dimension Hospitality, an industry leader in hotel management, today announced that the 82-room Fairfield Inn and Suites – Charlotte/Arrowood has joined the company’s growing portfolio of managed hotels. The hotel is in the final stages of a planning a million-dollar top to bottom renovation showcasing the brand’s new modern calm interior. Every guest room will be updated with new furnishings, bedding, mattresses, carpet, and window treatments. Bathrooms will be upgraded with new wallcovering, lighting, mirrors, and showers. Public space improvements include
Kimpton Saint George Hotel Promotes Sean Muir to General Manager
Kimpton Saint George | September 19, 2024
TORONTO, ONTARIO – September 19, 2024: The Kimpton Saint George Hotel and InnVest Hotels LP have proudly appointed Sean Muir as the new General Manager. Sean began his journey with the Kimpton Saint George in May 2018 as part of the opening team as Executive Housekeeping Manager. His dedication to leadership and hospitality soon led him to become Front Office manager in April 2021. In March 2022, Sean was promoted to Director of Rooms as a testament to his exceptional capabilities and commitment. Throughout his tenure, Sean has consistently demonstrated profound care for his team, often going above and beyond to support front-line employee
S4 Global Investments Acquires Suburban Studios Fort Myers Cape Coral
Hunter Hotel Advisors | September 19, 2024
ATLANTA (September 19, 2024) — Hunter Hotel Advisors ("HUNTER") announced today the successful sale of the Suburban Studios Fort Myers. S4 Global Investments acquired the property on September 4, 2024. HUNTER’s Senior Vice Presidents, Sophia Pittaluga and Tim Osborne, facilitated the transaction on behalf of the seller. “S4 Global Investments is proud to add the Suburban Studios Fort Myers Cape Coral to our expanding Southwest Florida hotel portfolio,” said Chris Patel, president & CEO. “We greatly appreciate the Seller, our partners and HUNTER team’s efforts on this successful transaction. S4 is actively seeking new acquisi
Chef Edward Hancock Takes Lead as Executive Chef at Hotel West & Main in Conshohocken
Hotel West & Main | September 19, 2024
Conshohocken, PA (September 19, 2024) — Hotel West & Main is proud to announce the appointment of Chef Edward Hancock, who will take the lead as Executive Chef of all culinary operations on property, including at the hotel’s all-day lounge and lobby bar, 1874 Social, and Hook and Ladder Sky Bar & Kitchen, the laid-back restaurant and sky bar offering globally inspired tastes, bold spirits, and a lively ambiance on the hotel’s second floor, in addition to leading the hotel’s special events and meetings culinary program. Chef Edward Hancock joins Hotel West & Main with over 33 years of experience working in hotel kitchens,