Denver Union Station celebrates renovation
Celebration Party in the Concourse of Denver Union Station || Gathering Together Courtesy of Denver Union StationIn operation since 1881, Denver's downtown landmark train station reopened in July 2014 following a $54 million renovation that included the creation of the Crawford Hotel. Denver Union Station completed major renovations this year and marked the 10th anniversary of this epic revitalization with a three-day community celebration from July 12-14. The renovation includes remodeling all 112 hotel guest rooms, redesigning the lobby and Cooper Lounge, and upgrading 8,000 square feet of meeting and event space.Public events during the celebration weekend include Neighborhood Nights, Community Days, and a grand black-tie gala featuring music by the Colorado Symphony Quartet and DJ Chris, entertainment by local painter Grow Love, and live ice sculptures. The on-site restaurant and bar served refreshments to 500 attendees and raised more than $200,000 for more than 30 Colorado nonprofits.denverlen.com
New vs. Renovated: Celebrate the Old, Welcome the New
The combination of historical charm and innovative future From iconic buildings transformed into distinctive hotels to newly constructed hotels ready to offer the best service, these newly renovated hotels are ready to provide you with the meeting space of a lifetime. new york night One-Bedroom Suite, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel One of New York City's iconic luxury boutique hotels, Benjamin Royal Sonesta Hotel New Yorkpresenting the first stage of comprehensive transformation. This phase updated the hotel, adding new public spaces and refurbished guest rooms, and introduced the brand new Beverly Suites. The hotel opened in 1927 as The Beverly Hotel and immediately gained renown for its 26-story Neo-Romanesque architecture. It has been immortalized in the works of famous artists, such as Georgia O'Keeffe's "New York Nights," which depicts the hotel and its iconic rosette that sits atop the building. In 2017, New York City designated the hotel an official landmark. The new design draws inspiration from the building's history, taking…
A new hotel development is underway nearby, and for many
Chicago - Hotel/Convention Center Complex Report, presented by trade show director Published in the November issue, it details convention centers in North America that have hotels within a block, as well as integrated facilities that offer hotel rooms and exhibit space within the venue. The 2024 edition of the report lists 313 complexes and highlights upcoming hotels. One such development is the Courtyard Conference Center, located across from the Fresno, Calif. Convention and Entertainment Center, with 144 rooms and 3,600 square feet (sf) of event space. The hotel is expected to open next month. The Gaylord Pacific Resort & Conference Center on the shores of Chula Vista, California will welcome guests in spring 2025. The all-inclusive hotel has 1,600 guest rooms, 140,049 square feet of primary exhibition space and 52,302 square feet of meeting space. One venue will be able to host both exhibitions and attendees. The Omni Fort Lauderdale is scheduled to first open in the fourth quarter of…
New Construction and Renovation: Small Groups, Big Impact
Listen to audio These hotels are ideal for hosting small meetings with fruitful results. If you're planning a small gathering, these newly renovated hotels are ideal for conducting business. Between meetings, your attendees will enjoy the perfect rest and relaxation in your refreshed guest rooms and plenty of activities to do outdoors, whether relaxing poolside in St. Pete, exploring Broadway in Nashville, or touring Georgia's growing Fastest area to Savannah. Poolside Business Moxy Hotel Saint Peter Moxy Hotel Saint Peter The hotel opens on Central Street in St. Petersburg, bringing 163 rooms to one of Florida's most vibrant streets. The first lifestyle hotel in the city center features the EDGE district's first rooftop pool deck and poolside bar, and its vibrant lobby features another large bar facing the street, as well as Rose's Coffee Bar, which serves pastries, smoothies and more. This fall, the hotel will also open a rooftop dining and nightlife experience at a new location of Florida's…
New and refurbished: meet the boutique
Listen to audio Inspire your attendees with new and renovated boutique hotels It's time to stop daydreaming and start living your dreams. Hosting a meeting, event or incentive getaway is easy for you and your attendees at any of the new and renovated hotels below. Everything is luxurious and private, with ample opportunities to relax; each destination has upscale amenities and exciting activities, as well as opportunities to get out and about. A long history, both inside and outside Charleston Ansonborough Hotel Lobby Historic South Carolina Luxury Inn, Charleston Ansonborough Hotelcelebrating its grand opening after a multi-million dollar renovation and rebranding. Originally built in 1901 as a three-story stationery warehouse and later opened as a hospitality venue under its original name, The Ansonborough Inn, the hotel offers 45 spacious guest rooms in the heart of Charleston's oldest neighborhood. Local legend has it that Lord Anson, a British Royal Navy officer, founded the neighborhood in the 1700s and won a card…
New and renovated: downtown style meets
Listen to Audio Downtown hotels unveil exciting updates and new openings Who doesn't want to hold a meeting in the heart of the city? Whether you're meeting in Nashville, Long Beach or Salt Lake City, these three newly renovated hotels are located in the bustling center of each city. In addition to refreshing updates and new features, travelers can easily explore and attend meetings in each city's unique style. For music team building Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown In the heart of Music City, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Completed a comprehensive hotel renovation. One of the tallest buildings in the city at 28 stories, the hotel embodies Sheraton's global mission to be a community hub and collaborative gathering place. The hotel's 28-story, 494 guest rooms and suites have been redesigned to optimize comfort and work/life balance, featuring abundant natural light, destination-centric artwork, and spacious stone-top desks with built-in power and upgraded lighting. The 29,000 square feet of meeting space has been…
St. John’s golf course renovation
Little Cardinal Par 3 Short Course at St. John's Resort in Plymouth || Courtesy of St. John's ResortThose who plan events The recently opened golf course at Plymouth St. John Resort offers visitors a host of new options as part of a comprehensive, multi-year, $70 million renovation and expansion project that is not yet complete.The new course is the Cardinal Course, an 18-hole course designed by Ray Hearn that replaced the previous course. "We tore it down and rebuilt it, and golfers say you can't compare the two courses," said Eric Djordjevic, the resort's general manager. Also new is the seven-hole, par-3 short course called the Little Cardinal Course and the 2-acre Cardinal Putting Course.Beyond the court is The Monarch, an unfinished new wing of the St. John’s Event Center that will house a massive ballroom that Djordjevic expects to be finished by mid-2025. “It’s going to be a little less than 17,000 square feet, column-free, with 28-foot ceilings, a…
The Davenport Hotel celebrates first renovation
The Davenport Hotel (formerly known as the Historic Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Washington) is revamping its lobby area as it celebrates its 110th anniversary this year. The upgrades were announced in late August and will be officially unveiled at a grand opening on September 20, 2024. It is the largest investment in the hotel since 2002 and will feature a new lobby bar and arcade.The Davenport Hotel's lobby bar after renovation || The Davenport Hotel"The newly renovated lobby embodies our commitment to blending The Davenport's timeless elegance with modern comforts," Melissa Green, vice president and regional general manager of The Davenport (the hotel's management company), said in a prepared statement. "These immersive gathering spaces are designed for our guests and locals to gather. The new lobby bar and arcade elevate the guest experience while continuing to preserve the heart of our historic hotel."Rendering of the new Emporium | Image courtesy of The Davenport HotelDesigned around an original lamp post, the…
Leipzig, Germany 2024 Exhibition on the Protection, Restoration and Renovation of Cultural Relics Tour Guide (Time + Venue + Ticket Booking + Transportation)
The 2024 Leipzig Cultural Relics Protection, Restoration and Renovation Exhibition in Germany will be held at the Leipzig Congress Center from November 7 to 9, 2024. More than 434 representative art companies from across the country will participate. From November 7 to 9, 2024, the Leipzig Congress Center will host an industry event: the exhibition on the protection, restoration and renovation of cultural relics in Leipzig, Germany (denkmal). This large-scale event is not only an exhibition, but also a high-end communication platform that brings together renowned domestic and foreign companies, experts, academics and industry leaders. The following will introduce information on participating in the exhibition and the exhibition. 1. Time of exhibition November 7-November 9, 2024 (3 days) 2. Visiting time November 7, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Thursday) November 8, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Friday) November 9, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Saturday) 3. Exhibition venue Exhibition room: Leipzig Congress Center address: Messe-Allee 1 D-04356 Leipzig PO Box 10 07 20 D-04007 Leipzig 51.397848…
New Construction and Renovation: West Coast Style
Listen to Audio Redesigning meeting spaces across the West Coast Let's face it: the West Coast is a big region; but from sunny Southern California to vibrant Vancouver, you'll find unparalleled style along the way. From the sun-filled open spaces along San Diego Bay to Vancouver's elegant boardwalks, your meetings will feel like a sense of place, whether you're meeting in beautiful British Columbia, fun Seattle, or upscale San Diego. Hollywood, British Columbia Rosewood Georgia Rosewood Georgia Reopening after a five-month renovation that includes redesigned accommodations and a new culinary concept that celebrates Vancouver's vibrant heritage, the historic hotel celebrates its backstory as a refuge for Hollywood's elite while incorporating top-notch modern features. The hotel’s exciting food and beverage renovations include the revitalization of the lobby and 1927 Lounge and the opening of a brand new outlet, The Georgia Bar, which features a custom Fazioli piano model F183 Art Box Edition and pays homage to iconic figures who have walked…
New Construction and Renovation: West Coast Style
Listen to Audio Redesigning meeting spaces across the West Coast Let's face it: the West Coast is a big region; but from sunny Southern California to vibrant Vancouver, you'll find unparalleled style along the way. From the sun-filled open spaces along San Diego Bay to Vancouver's elegant boardwalks, your meetings will feel like a sense of place, whether you're meeting in beautiful British Columbia, fun Seattle, or upscale San Diego. Hollywood, British Columbia Rosewood Georgia Rosewood Georgia Reopening after a five-month renovation that includes redesigned accommodations and a new culinary concept that celebrates Vancouver's vibrant heritage, the historic hotel celebrates its backstory as a refuge for Hollywood's elite while incorporating top-notch modern features. The hotel’s exciting food and beverage renovations include the revitalization of the lobby and 1927 Lounge and the opening of a brand new outlet, The Georgia Bar, which features a custom Fazioli piano model F183 Art Box Edition and pays homage to iconic figures who have walked…
Phoenician Hotel completes meeting space renovation
The second phase of the renovation of the Phoenician’s event space has been completed, with upgrades to its conference and ballroom venues. Complementing the Phase 1 renovations in 2023, which included the Camelback Ballroom, first-floor breakout rooms and common room spaces, the improvements focus on several key spaces within the hotel The Phoenicia, a Luxury Collection Resortlocated in Scottsdale, Arizona. The extensive renovation, led by Boston-based Parker-Torres Design, blends modern and indigenous aesthetics into the Phoenicia Grand Ballroom, Estrella Ballroom, upper level breakout rooms and corridors by incorporating color schemes, original materials, patterns and textures inspired by Native American tribes of the Southwestern United States, as well as the region’s flora, fauna, wildlife and topography. “The completion of this milestone renovation is a testament to our commitment to providing our guests with exceptional experiences," said Mark Vinciguerra, General Manager of The Phoenician and Canyon Suites at The Phoenician, in a press statement. "Our elevated meeting spaces offer the perfect blend…
New and Renovated: Europe, you rise!
Exciting openings across Europe to help you host your next best meeting How about an incentive travel conference in Europe? Besides being a must, these three newly renovated hotels are: artsy and stylish; elegant and stately; historic and trendy. From London to Helsinki to Hamburg, you may be able to find the hotel that suits you best below. Enjoy yourself in London Virgin Hotels London Shoreditch Virgin Hotels opens its first store in London. Virgin Hotels London ShoreditchThe hotel's industrial exposed brick building fits in perfectly with the eclectic, artsy Shoreditch neighbourhood, which is known for attracting creatives, trendsetters and vintage lovers. The hotel will continue to undergo a phased transformation to complete its transformation to Virgin Hotels and implement the brand's signature features, such as Sir Richard's flatbed, custom-designed and patented hybrid beds and the Lucy app, which personalizes experiences for full members of the loyalty and preference program The Know. The hotel's street-level lobby lounge and café will…
New & Renovated: Chasing the Sun
Explore the Endless Summer from East to West What do New Orleans, San Antonio, and San Diego have in common? Not much—they’re all very different cities—but beyond their uniqueness, they’re all sunny. With summer drawing to a close, your attendees are looking for one last chance to soak up some sun. And with these newly built and renovated hotels, all signs point to yes (please!). A piece of New Orleans music history Evangeline meeting room at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot; Photo credit: Cris Molina Newly opened Kimpton Hotel Fontenot Located in New Orleans' sought-after Central Business District, just steps from the French Quarter and the Ernest M. Morial Convention Center New Orleans. Guests enter the 235-room boutique hotel through an elegant, understated lobby with white oak floors and dark accents, while the opulent Peacock Room offers a vibrant, alternative atmosphere with punchy cocktails. The hotel's new restaurant, King Brasserie and Bar, serves Mediterranean-French fusion cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients. Following…
New and Renovated: Calling All Incentive Travel Planners
Listen to Audio Now is the time to give your attendees something special. Planning an incentive trip or executive retreat? Start here. Each of these three newly built and renovated hotels has something special to offer, so no matter what experience your attendees are looking for, you're sure to get top-notch reviews. From historic inns (we're talking 2 and a half centuries) to the luxurious lakefront resort of your dreams, discover your next incentive travel destination here. Lakeside Luxury Watermark Beach Resort In Osoyoos, British Columbia, Watermark Beach Resort The hotel transports guests to the region's desert paradise. Recently renovated, the hotel now offers over 10,500 square feet of meeting and event space, from intimate boardrooms to a grand ballroom and private dining spaces. Its flexible floor plans, integrated wireless connectivity and new AV system make meetings a breeze. Each of the 123 studio suites or 30 waterfront townhouses features a private balcony with views of Osoyoos Lake or the…
New and Renovated: Discover Your Next Conference Hotel
Listen to Audio Comfort and convenience are calling your name. Three newly renovated hotels in Corpus Christi, Texas, Detroit and Grand Hill, Washington, offer the latest and greatest amenities for guest (and attendee) comfort, convenience and ease. From the traditional convenience of an airport hotel to the fun-filled water park at a Great Wolf hotel, here are three fresh options to meet the unique needs of your next meeting. Back to Basics Meeting space at the Holiday Inn Corpus Christi Airport Hotel & Conference Center Holiday Inn Corpus Christi Airport Hotel & Conference Center Completely renovated and rebranded, now managed by Remington Hotels, the hotel originally opened in 1981 as a Holiday Inn and later transformed into the Corpus Christi Airport Hotel. This renovation returns it to its roots as part of the Holiday Inn brand. Not only is this hotel conveniently located as an airport and convention center hotel, but it is also close to the Port of Corpus…
Blue Marlin renovation emphasizes local community involvement
The renowned Blue Marlin Hotel on KwaZulu-Natal’s south coast will reopen this spring as the Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape. From 1 September, the historic hotel, owned by Dream Hotels & Resorts, will offer a fully refurbished and redesigned all-inclusive experience.Both local and international visitors can look forward to a complete makeover of the hotel, including an upgraded spa, pool, dining and entertainment facilities. The refurbished hotel now offers more family-friendly activities, new children's programming and an upgraded children's entertainment area.Strengthening community tiesBeyond the guest experience, the Blue Marlin team is committed to strengthening its relationship with the Fort Scott community. A fixture of Fort Scott’s tourism industry for over 70 years, the hotel continues to play a vital role in the region. By partnering with a wider range of organizations, the hotel aims to expand its community development efforts beyond the hotel.“We are pleased to partner with several important organizations that support the residents of Scottburgh and the natural environment,”…
Blue Marlin renovation emphasizes local community involvement
The renowned Blue Marlin Hotel on KwaZulu-Natal’s south coast will reopen this spring as the Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape. From 1 September, the historic hotel, owned by Dream Hotels & Resorts, will offer a fully refurbished and redesigned all-inclusive experience.Both local and international visitors can look forward to a complete makeover of the hotel, including an upgraded spa, pool, dining and entertainment facilities. The refurbished hotel now offers more family-friendly activities, new children's programming and an upgraded children's entertainment area.Strengthening community tiesBeyond the guest experience, the Blue Marlin team is committed to strengthening its relationship with the Fort Scott community. A fixture of Fort Scott’s tourism industry for over 70 years, the hotel continues to play a vital role in the region. By partnering with a wider range of organizations, the hotel aims to expand its community development efforts beyond the hotel.“We are pleased to partner with several important organizations that support the residents of Scottburgh and the natural environment,”…
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