GLOBAL: Sir Richard Branson has opened the doors to Son Bunyola, the newest luxury hotel in the Tramuntana Mountains of Mallorca, Spain. The newly restored hotel is a rich part of Mallorcan history with its 1,300-acre estate filled with almond and olive groves, vines and citrus fruit trees, as well as 3 miles of Mediterranean coastline. The property boasts 26 guest rooms and suites, a Mediterranean restaurant, a tapas restaurant, a comprehensive wellness program, and more.
CHICAGO: Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and the Office of Tourism announced the launch of three new TV ads as part of its tourism campaign “Middle of Everything.” The campaign, starring Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actress and director Jane Lynch, features a catchy new song that promotes the diverse attractions, natural wonders, and outdoor experiences found in Illinois.
ORLANDO: StepStone Hospitality—which specializes in full, select, and independent boutique-style hotel and restaurant operations—announced that Fairfield Inn & Suites Orlando International Drive/Convention Center has completed a comprehensive $3.5 million renovation. All 160 guest rooms and public areas have been upgraded and redesigned to a fresher, more modern aesthetic that combines comfort with contemporary style. The renovation also included the addition of a lobby bar, as well as a transformation of the hotel’s conference spaces.
SALT LAKE CITY: The second annual SALT Awards were held June 15 at the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre. There, Visit Salt Lake recognized the hospitality workers who exemplify service, accomplishment, leadership, and tenacity (SALT) in the lodging and dining industries, as well as workers in attractions, venues, caterers, and transportation providers. Among the list of winners was Sonia Tapia, executive housekeeper at Four Points by Sheraton-Airport; Lauralee Church, reservations manager at Alta Chalets; Javier Barrera, cook and former kitchen manager for Marriott City Center; and more.
WASHINGTON, D.C.: Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center is celebrating the Fourth of July with a special park-and-stay package and patriotic food and beverage specials at Brickstones Kitchen & Bar. The package includes on-site parking for one vehicle with valet service. Brickstones Kitchen & Bar will offer a selection of American staples like burgers, chili-cheese half smokes, wild boar burger melts, onion-fried smash burgers, cocktail specials all day, and more on July 4.
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