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Saturday, November 16, 2024

Apollo to Acquire The Travel Corporation

Apollo has signed an agreement to acquire The Travel Corporation (TTC), a prominent global travel group, through Apollo-managed funds. The transaction is anticipated to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2024, subject to regulatory approvals...

Southhampton Series: Elevating Hamptons Dining, Good Ground Tavern Shines at Canoe...

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Canoe Place Inn: Good Ground Tavern after a day visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant excelled distinctively in offering an excellent menu filled with land and sea options, complemented by the restaurant’s warm and inviting atmosphere, and providing friendly, knowledgeable service...

Southhampton Series: Canoe Place Inn, A Historic Retreat in the Hamptons

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Canoe Place Inn after a three-day visit evaluating the guest experience. The hotel excelled distinctively in its historic charm, top-tier hospitality, and prime location, creating a blend of luxury and legacy...

OpenTable and Visa Launch Exclusive Dining Collection

On July 16, 2024, OpenTable, a leading restaurant technology provider, and Visa, a prominent digital payments leader, announced a new collaboration to offer exclusive dining benefits. The OpenTable and Visa Dining Collection will provide eligible Visa cardholders privileged access to high-demand restaurant reservations and special events at over 500 US, Canada, and Mexico restaurants by 2025...

Rental Escapes Expands Luxury Villa Portfolio Globally

Rental Escapes has announced the expansion of its luxury villa portfolio, adding new destinations and enhancing existing offerings. The company now features high-end villas in New Zealand, Sayulita (Mexico), Cartagena (Colombia), Barcelona (Spain), Tennessee (US), and Vermont (US), alongside increased options in South Africa and France...

Bombas: A Model of Social Responsibility in Modern Business

Bombas, founded in 2013 by David Heath and Randy Goldberg, has redefined corporate social responsibility with its buy-one-give-one model. Originally focusing on socks, Bombas has expanded its product line while maintaining its core mission: for every item purchased, another is donated to those in need...

Bally’s Chicago Casino Project Advances with New Site Plan

Bally’s Corporation has unveiled an updated site plan for its Chicago Casino project, featuring a single-phase construction of a 500-room, 34-story hotel tower on the former Tribune Publishing site at 777 W. Chicago Avenue. Pending approval from the Chicago Department of Planning and Development, the new plan integrates the hotel tower at the southern end of the development, alongside amenities including a large pool spa, fitness center, sun deck, and rooftop restaurant bar...

InterContinental Crete Unveils Luxury Retreat on Greek Islands

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has launched its debut property in the Greek islands with the opening of InterContinental Crete, offering a scenic coastal retreat overlooking Mirabello Bay. Boasting 199 guestrooms and suites, the resort caters to diverse traveler needs with amenities like private plunge pools, balconies with sea views, and luxurious furnishings...

Ambrogio by Acquerello Makes San Diego Debut in California Michelin Guide

Ambrogio by Acquerello, a new addition to La Jolla's culinary scene, has garnered attention as the first San Diego County restaurant of the year to earn recognition in the California Michelin Guide. Founded by Andrea Burrone and Giacomo Pizzigoni, alongside chef-partners Silvio Salmoiraghi and Choi Cheolhyeok, Ambrogio by Acquerello blends Italian culinary traditions with California's vibrant produce and seafood...

Athens Series: Compact Luxury and Iconic Views, A Modern Stay at...

Lodge + Dine announces a 3-star rating for Elia Ermou Hotel after a three-day visit evaluating the guest experience. The hotel excelled distinctively in its prime location, offering close proximity to shopping and cultural landmarks, its rooftop restaurant with stunning views of the Acropolis, and the overall cleanliness and design of its compact rooms...

Popular Articles

The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023

Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotel Executives of 2023. We recognize the outstanding achievements of these leaders who are at the highest levels of the hospitality industry. Despite the many titles that can be found in this year's list – whether it be CEO, president, or founder – all of these exceptional individuals are responsible for overseeing the overall business strategies for some of the most respected names in the world of luxury hotels...

The Top 25 Hotels and Executives of New York for 2023

Lodge + Dine is pleased to announce The Top 25 Hotels of New York for 2023. No place epitomizes luxury like the Empire State. Its iconic metropolis, New York City, or the Big Apple, stands as a premier destination for those seeking a myriad of upscale accommodations. In Manhattan alone, the area boasts hundreds of hotels catering to diverse and discriminating tastes. Ranging from timeless classics to avant-garde modern establishments, these accommodations are celebrated for their sophisticated lounges offering panoramic city views, indulgent spas, high-thread-count linens, and exquisite five-star dining experiences...

Hospitality Sector Sees Signs of Decelerating Growth

Quarter to quarter the traffic to hotels on a global basis varies but generally we have seen a positive trend indicating a vibrant and...

The Leading Northeast Ski Resort Is In Stowe, Vermont

While many travelers flock out west for traditional ski trips and winter vacations, those looking for a more intimate and tailored experience know to head Northeast to Spruce Peak in Stowe, Vermont. A destination for all seasons, Spruce Peak is the perfect home base for all your adventures...

Ian Schrager Succeeds With Latest Venture, Kind Of

It’s been four decades since the days of Studio 54 and since then Ian Schrager has successfully evolved into a multifaceted creative and business...

II San Pietro Di Positano, A Jewel Of Italian Hospitality On The Amalfi Coast

Il San Pietro di Positano is a family-run Relais and Chateaux property, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the bay of Positano and located a few miles’ shuttle-ride away from town. The property is at one with its natural environment, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning panoramic views.

Iconic Ritz Paris Is Rejuvenated

The only true constant is change and when the hotel world around is abuzz offering greater luxuries, pristine accommodations and highly personalized customer service, it’s hard to imagine that a hotel founded in the 1800’s could still command the respect from all its peers. Such is the case with the Ritz Paris. Undoubtedly its location in central Paris and unmistakable architecture have made it a big draw for movie settings, photographs and other big events...

Inspirato Expands Luxury Travel Market with Innovative Membership Model

Inspirato, renowned for its exclusive approach to luxury travel, in its 13th year, has achieved profitability, bolstered by a $25 million funding round from Capital One in October 2023. The company targets affluent clients, with over half of its members earning more than $500,000 annually...

Rosewood Brand and Presence Becomes More Prevalent

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts was acquired by the family of billionaire Henry Cheng in 2011 for $229.5 million and since then the company has...

Leading Hospitality Staffing Company Sold By Family Office

Littlejohn Capital, a family office owned by Angus C. Littlejohn Jr., the co-founder of Littlejohn & Co., recently announced the sale of its portfolio company Hospitality Staffing Solutions. CEO of HSS Tim McPherson stated, "As a recognized industry leader offering the highest quality of staffing and related managed services, we enable our hospitality partners to focus on their core business...