hurricane relief
Supporting Communities Through the Storm: Resources for Those Impacted by Hurricane Milton
Beth Hawks | October 10, 2024
As Florida braces for the impact of Hurricane Milton, the hospitality industry is rallying to support the state’s residents and communities throughout this challenging time. In crises like this, hotels often become places of refuge, offering shelter and resources to those in need, including first responders. The hotel staff work tirelessly, often putting their own needs on hold, to serve those around them. As an industry, we understand that this dedication goes beyond business—it’s about helping people when they need it most. To assist in these efforts, Hospitality Upgrade is compiling a list of companies and organizations committed ...
Five Florida Hotels Raise $12,000 for Hurricane Ian Relief
Mainsail Lodging & Development | October 24, 2022
TAMPA, Fla. (Oct. 24, 2022) – Five of Tampa-based Mainsail Lodging & Development’s popular hotel rooftop bars held a “Raise the Roof for Hurricane Ian Relief” night, raising $12,000 for the Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida. On Thursday, October 6, EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge (Epicurean Hotel in Tampa); Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar (Fenway Hotel in Dunedin); Vantage Rooftop Bar (The Karol Hotel in Clearwater); and Skybox Rooftop Bar (Residence Inn Tampa Wesley Chapel) donated half of the evening’s sales to directly support of those impacted by the storm. The fifth hotel, Luminary Hotel & Co. in downtown Fort Myers...
