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Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Athens Series: Athenaeum Intercontinental, A Luxurious Stay Framed by the Acropolis

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Athenaeum Intercontinental after a three-day visit evaluating the guest experience. The hotel excelled distinctively in awe-inspiring views of the Acropolis, Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, staff talent, and warm hospitality...

Experience the Ultimate Game-Themed Staycation at Great Escape Parkside in Central...

Nestled on 10 acres of private land in Clermont, near Orlando, the Great Escape Parkside offers a one-of-a-kind vacation experience for families and large groups seeking a fun-filled retreat. This luxury vacation rental features 15 themed bedrooms, each inspired by iconic games like Pac-Man, Monopoly, and Scrabble, catering to nostalgia and entertainment for guests of all ages...

Jackson Boxer Opens Henri Bistro at Covent Garden’s Henrietta Hotel

Henrietta Hotel in Covent Garden, known for its avant-garde approach to fine dining, is set to elevate its culinary offerings with the opening of Henri, a new bistro in collaboration with Jackson Boxer and the Experimental Group. Following their successful partnership at Cowley Manor Experimental in the Cotswolds, Henri aims to bring Parisian flair to London’s dining scene...

Milos Series: Okto in Trypiti’s Timeless Square, Mediterranean Cuisine Reinvented

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Okto in Milos after a visit evaluating the guest experience. The hotel excelled distinctively in its incredible setting in a traditional square of Trypiti village overlooking the sea, perfect sunset views, and a delectable Mediterranean cuisine...

London Series: Afternoon Tea with a Royal Touch, The Drawing Room...

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Brown's Hotel's The Drawing Room a visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant distinguished itself with its Victorian elegance, traditional services, and exquisite afternoon tea experience...

London Series: Hawksmoor Seven Dials, A British Culinary Masterpiece in Covent...

Lodge + Dine announces a 5-star rating for Hawksmoor Seven Dials after a visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant distinguished itself with its vibrant ambiance, impeccable service, and exquisite British culinary offerings...

London Series: Applebee’s Fish at Borough Market, A Seafood Experience with...

Lodge + Dine announces a 3-star rating for Applebee’s Fish at Borough Market after evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant shines with its fresh seafood, beverage selection, and attentive service...

Pacaso Redefines Luxury Vacation Homes with Innovative Co-Ownership Model

Pacaso is redefining the vacation home market with its co-ownership model, offering affluent buyers an opportunity to purchase one-eighth shares in high-end properties. According to Coldwell Banker’s 2024 trend report, By 2025, 40% of Americans intend to acquire second or third residences, with a significant number of them choosing co-ownership as a means of alleviating the financial and maintenance responsibilities...

JanSport Partners with ArtLifting to Spotlight Artists with Disabilities

JanSport, renowned for its durable backpacks since 1967, has announced a transformative collaboration with ArtLifting, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering artists impacted by disabilities and housing insecurity. This partnership aims to amplify inclusivity by showcasing the artwork of Mia Brown, MJ Cooper, and Sylvia Burnstein on a special collection of JanSport packs...

London Series: From Street to Chic, The Indian Flavors of Jamavar...

Lodge + Dine announces a 4-star rating for Jamavar at Mayfair after a visit evaluating the guest experience. The restaurant impressed with its luxurious ambiance, exceptional Indian cuisine, refined cocktails, and attentive service...

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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...

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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.

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...

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...

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...