The historic headquarters of the former New Orleans Public Service, Inc., (NOPSI) is being reinvented as a luxury 217-room hotel called NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans. Located in the city’s Central Business District on the corner of Baronne and Union streets, the nine-story brick building originally opened in 1927. It will reopen as NOPSI Hotel in […]
Month: September 2016
Hard Rock Hotels launches Hard Rock Heals Foundation, Heals Suite
Hard Rock Hotels has launched Hard Rock Heals Foundation and the branded Hard Rock Heals Suite — offering travelers the opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and recharge while giving back at the same time. Aiming to raise $10 million-plus for music programs and charities worldwide by 2021, Hard Rock fans and guests can help meet the goal by […]
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa offering Snapchat geofilters
The JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is helping create a unique social sharing experience for guests of events hosted at the resort, by offering Snapchat geofilters. With more than 100 million daily active users Snapchat has become one of today’s most popular apps among smart phone users of all ages. Snapchat gets […]
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa names Jason Poole as executive chef
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisc., owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, has named Jason Poole as executive chef. In his new role, Poole will oversee all culinary operations at the resort to continue to provide fresh, authentic dining experiences for guests. www.grandgeneva.com. “We are excited to welcome Jason to […]
Loews Miami Beach Hotel partnering with NBA legend Ray Allen for charity golf tournament
After five years of hosting successful golf tournaments, raising more than $300,000 for education, Loews Miami Beach Hotel is partnering with NBA Champion, All-Star and Olympic Gold Medalist Ray Allen for this year’s event. The Ray Allen Celebrity Golf Tournament presented by Loews Miami Beach Hotel will take place Oct. 21 and will bring together a who’s who of sports and entertainment […]
Boston’s on The Beach launching Blue Tuesdays music series Oct. 4 in Delray Beach
Boston’s on The Beach, one of South Florida’s more popular bars and entertainment venues, on Oct. 4 will launch will launch its weekly Blue Tuesdays series with a star-studded salute to the legacy of Don Cohen, the legendary blues promoter and founder of the original Musicians Exchange. bostonsonthebeach.com/bluetuesdays. Hosted by “Famous” Frank Ward, along with co-hosts […]
Spike Mendelsohn, David Strauss teaming for new restaurant concept at The Hall South Beach
Renowned bartender and cocktail aficionado, David Strauss, has signed on as a consultant at The Hall on South Beach and is working alongside celebrity chef Spike Mendelsohn on an exciting new concept coming to the 1940s Art Deco property. Strauss, who has more than 20 years of industry background, is the brains behind Stephen Starr’s Le Diplomate’s cocktail program. […]
Arnold Palmer – Forever The King
The last time I saw Arnold Palmer was about 15 months ago at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando. It was the King’s winter home and there was hardly a day that went by when he wasn’t in his office or in the dining room. On this day, he was in the […]
World Golf Hall of Game to open women’s champions exhibit on Sept. 24
The World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum in St. Augustine, Fla., on Sept. 24 will open its newest exhibit, “Grace & Grit: Women Champions Through the Years.’’ The exhibition celebrates golf’s greatest female champions, highlighting the careers and achievements of 28 Hall of Fame Members and even some potential future Hall of Fame Members. […]
Jean-Marc Michel named GM at new Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Conrad Bora Bora Nui, the new 114-room beachfront resort in Bora Bora set to open March 2017, has named Jean-Marc Michel as general manager. Michel will be in charge of resort operations and management and will oversee the multi-million dollar re-imagination of the resort. news.conradhotels.com Located in a private cove on Motu To’opua, a small […]