Apr
15
2013
Developers are pitching two hotel projects totaling more than 400 rooms along a prime stretch of coastal Santa Monica, California, that has seen little in the way of new hotel-room supply since the Art Deco era of the 1930s.
Owners of the 89-year-old Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows are pitching a plan to add a 21-story tower and 280 rooms near the corner of Ocean Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard. And two blocks south at Ocean and Santa Monica Boulevard, developers M. David Paul and Worthe Real Estate Group, along with noted architect Frank Gehry, are proposing a 22-story building that would include 125 hotel rooms and 22 condominiums.
If completed, both hotel towers would be among the tallest buildings in Santa Monica.
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Mar
15
2013
10 Reasons Why You Should Sleep With Nobu in Las Vegas
1. VIP Lobby and Check-in
2. Cool Keycard Sensors
3. Hitsuzendo Brushstrokes Above the Bed
4. Custom Artwork
5. Teak Bathing Stools
6. Giant Concrete Bowls as Sinks
7. Nobu Room Service Bento Boxes
8. Nobu Mini-Bar
9. Natura Bisse Toiletries
10. Nobu Restaurant and Lounge
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Feb
15
2013
The First Ever U.S. Legoland Hotel Will Open on April 5
Ahoy there, matey’s! North America’s first Legoland Hotel has just pegged its stateside opening for April 5 at the entrance to the Legoland theme park in Carlsbad, California.
All 250 rooms are decked out “bed-to-toe” in accordance with one of Lego’s three most popular product lines (Pirate, Kingdom, or Adventure) and feature “suite” perks like mini fridges, kids-only bunk areas (with separate queen bed for parental units), and in-room treasure hunts. There’s also free WiFi, HD flatscreen (plus On Demand), and Lego bricks galore (naturally).
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Jan
21
2013
Much Anticipated Delano Las Vegas, 2013 or 2014?
As Delano’s second outpost in the United States, Delano Las Vegas will transport the iconic brand from the shores of South Beach to the Las Vegas Strip. Once completed, guests will experience the Delano lifestyle, and its unique blend of effortless luxury and impeccable service at the world-renowned Mandalay Bay.
In addition, Morgans Hotel Group plans to introduce several new food and beverage concepts at Mandalay Bay to be managed by The Light Group. Venues will include a casual American bistro by Chef Brian Massie, a Japanese dining destination by celebrity chef Akira Back and a new vision for Red Square. The Light Group will once again reinvent Las Vegas nightlife with a revolutionary nightclub. All venues are scheduled to open in 2013.
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Dec
15
2012
Mission Inn Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Festival of Lights
The historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, Calif., will kick off its 20th annual Festival of Lights holiday celebration with a lighting ceremony on Nov. 23. The six-week-long event will also commence with a fireworks display. It will continue through Jan. 5, 2013, with highlights including appearances by Santa Claus and live reindeer, horse-drawn carriage rides, freshly fallen snow, and holiday sweet treats provided by the original Casey’s Cupcakes shop located at the inn.
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Nov
15
2012
Break Out The Skates! Ice Rink Opens At LA’s Hyatt Regency
The Hyatt Regency Century Plaza made a splash yesterday by reminding us that Los Angeles does indeed celebrate winter – sort of – with the opening of a 3,000 square-foot tech-no-logic ice rink. Yeah, it’s not really an ice rink, but it’s about as close as Southern California and the Golden Coast are going to get.
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Oct
15
2012
Chicago, New York, Minneapolis levy highest travel taxes in U.S.
Chicago, New York and Minneapolis levy the heaviest travel-related taxes on visitors, while Portland, Ore.; Detroit; and Florida cities such as Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers and West Palm Beach taxed visitors the least, according to a recent report by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA).
Chicago visitors on a three-day, two-night stay will, on average, pay about $99 in taxes, while New York and Minneapolis visitors will pay about $95 and $89, respectively.
By comparison, Portland, which is helped by the fact that Oregon has no state sales tax, will generate $54.42 per visitor in travel taxes, or about 25 cents less than Detroit.
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Sep
15
2012
W Seattle of W Hotels Worldwide Receives 2012 AAA Three Diamond Award
The 26-story W is a beacon welcoming the urban, urbane and contemporary to their refuge in Seattle’s cultural core. In the heart of downtown, W Seattle is close to art and music centers, financial and retail hubs, and the Pike Place Market.
The AAA Diamond Rating Process is North America’s premier hotel rating program. Whether you seek simple roadside accommodations or a destination resort experience, trust AAA’s reliable Diamond ratings to guide your decisions. The AAA Three Diamond Award marks the hotel’s appeal to the traveler with comprehensive needs. Properties are multifaceted with a distinguished style, including marked upgrades in the quality of physical attributes, amenities, and level of comfort provided.
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Jul
17
2012
“We’re looking forward to creating a positive travel experience for each and every guest that walks through our doors,” said Wes Lavender, general manager of Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Rim Hospitality announce the opening of Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad, the first Hyatt Place hotel in the Vista-Carlsbad area. Nestled between rolling hills of northern San Diego County and the scenic Pacific coast, Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad is conveniently located near the McClellan-Palomar Airport and close to many businesses located in the Vista and Carlsbad Oaks Business Parks. The hotel is surrounded by major restaurants, popular microbreweries, world-class golf courses, LEGOLAND California, San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park and Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall. It’s the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers alike.
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