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The Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort Welcomes Culinary Team
The Cavalier Resort | March 13, 2020
Virginia Beach, VA [March 13, 2020] - Gold Key | PHR is excited to announce the addition of top industry talent, Chef Hisashi Araki, Chef Paul Newman and Bertrand Daluzeau, to the culinary team at the highly anticipated Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. Chef Hisashi Araki joins the team as Executive Chef of Orion's Roof and Chef Paul Newman will serve as Executive Chef of Tulu Seaside Bar & Grill. Bertrand Daluzeau will take on the role of the Director of Food & Beverage for the hotel. Under the trio’s direction, the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront is set to continue to elevate the dining scene in Coastal Virginia and be...
Gold Key | PHR Appoints Michael Platt as Managing Director of Its Cavalier Resort
The Cavalier Complex | October 16, 2019
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (October 16, 2019) — Gold Key | PHR, a leading hospitality company based in Coastal Virginia, announces the appointment of Michael Platt as Managing Director of the company’s Cavalier Resort. Platt will bring his extensive hospitality management expertise to the sprawling premier hospitality Complex. In his newly appointed role, Platt will oversee the day-to-day operations for the company’s award-winning hotel, The Historic Cavalier Hotel & Beach Club, the soon-to-launch Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront, six signature food and beverage outlets, and private residences. “We are very fortunate to have s...
Gold Key | PHR’s Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront in Virginia Beach, VA to Launch Early 2020
Gold Key | PHR | July 19, 2019
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 19, 2019) - Gold Key | PHR’s $125M oceanfront hotel, the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront in Coastal Virginia, is now taking reservations in advance of its early 2020 projected opening. The Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront is the second phase in a three-phase $350M masterplan, which includes The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, The Cavalier Residences, 42 Ocean luxury condominiums, the new Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront, and a phase three which will include an additional hotel. The three phases will create an all-in-one resort experience for locals and visitors, offering a unique collection of unpa...
Gold Key | PHR Appoints Christopher Castle as Director of Food and Beverage for The Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach
The Cavalier Hotel | October 26, 2018
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA (Oct. 26, 2018) – Gold Key | PHR is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Castle as Director of Food and Beverage at The Cavalier Hotel. With over two decades of experience at world-renowned properties across Virginia, Castle brings his unique insights and longstanding history in Virginia's culinary scene to the Cavalier. In his new assignment, Castle is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Cavalier's food and beverage outlets including the Cavalier's signature farm-to-fork restaurant Becca, the Raleigh Room, as well as the hotel's banquets, and catering programs. Utilizing his extens...
Gold Key | PHR Appoints Kevin Thorstenson as Managing Director of Hilton Norfolk THE MAIN
Gold Key | PHR | August 31, 2018
(NORFOLK, VA; Aug. 31, 2018) — Gold Key | PHR is proud to announce Kevin C. Thorstenson as Managing Director of Hilton Norfolk THE MAIN, Norfolk's premier hotel, meeting and event facility. Thorstenson brings an impressive understanding of the luxury hospitality industry to THE MAIN, with over 30 years of experience in hotel management at notable properties across the country, including several AAA Four Diamond rated hotels & resorts. As Managing Director of Hilton Norfolk THE MAIN, Kevin C. Thorstenson oversees all hotel operations, including sales & marketing initiatives, food & beverage programming, and meeting &...
Gold Key | PHR Appoints Bertrand Daluzeau as Director of Food & Beverage At the Hilton Norfolk THE MAIN
Gold Key | PHR | July 31, 2018
(NORFOLK, VA; Jul 31, 2018) — Gold Key | PHR is excited to announce the addition of Bertrand Daluzeau as Director of Food & Beverage at Norfolk, VA's premier property, the Hilton Norfolk THE MAIN. Bertrand brings a wealth of hospitality experience to THE MAIN's three onsite restaurants. Under Daluzeau's leadership, THE MAIN's seafood concept, Saltine and upscale trattoria, Varia both secure the "2018 Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator. As Director of Food & Beverage, Bertrand Daluzeau is responsible for the dining programs at all three of THE MAIN's signature restaurants, Saltine, Varia, and Grain. He currently works...
Gold Key | PHR Hotels & Resorts Completes $13 Million Room Renovation of the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Gold Key | PHR Hotels & Resorts | May 1, 2018
The award-winning Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront has completed a $13 million room renovation, pairing spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and award-winning dining offerings with 289 completely refreshed guest rooms and suites. The renovation comes as the hotel enters its second decade as the centerpiece of Virginia Beach's nationally recognized boardwalk. "We are committed to offering the best experience to our guests and this includes stylish, new rooms," says Bruce Thompson, President and CEO of Gold Key | PHR Hotels & Resorts, which owns and manages Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront. "Attention to detail has been a hallmark ...
Gold Key | PHR Completes Four-Year $85 Million Renovation of Virginia Beach Icon, The Cavalier Hotel
The Cavalier Hotel | March 13, 2018
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA (March 13, 2018) - Virginia Beach icon, The Cavalier Hotel, officially opened its doors March 7, 2018 after a massive four year renovation with a price tag of nearly $85MM. Originally completed in 1927, every detail of The Cavalier Hotel has been meticulously restored revealing the glorious architectural elements and design from its glamorous past while incorporating modern-day luxury amenities. Developed by Gold Key | PHR, the newly reimagined 85-room, 21-acre property is the latest luxury class member of Marriott's distinguished Autograph Collection bringing five-star service to the mid-Atlantic. The Cavalier ...
