Monthly Archives: October 2018

Geraldine Zaragoza has been named hotel manager of Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta

Meetings, Travel

Geraldine Zaragoza has been named hotel manager of Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. In her new role, she is responsible for the adults-only hotel’s 80 designer suites with luxury amenities, celebrated cuisine and special gourmet happenings. A member of SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World), Casa Velas is the only boutique hotel on the Mexican Pacific coast to hold Four Stars from Forbes Travel Guide. A member of the Velas Resorts’ team since 2010, Geraldine Zaragoza most recently served as Director of Groups and Conventions at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit. With a background with other luxury hotels and resorts including the St. Regis, W Hotels and the JW Marriott in Mexico City, she focuses on ensuring high quality standards of service and facilities. She will also bring her special expertise to bear on planning, organizing and developing tailored unique experiences. Casa Velas is a luxury all-inclusive boutique hotel and ocean club for adults only, reminiscent of a Spanish hacienda.

Source: Velas Resorts

Johnson Appointed Regional Sales Manager- East Coast Division For Mexico’s Velas Resorts

Meetings, Travel

With world-class meeting venues in Los Cabos, Vallarta – Nayarit and Riviera Maya, Mexico’s Velas Resorts announces it has appointed Heather Johnson as Regional Sales Manager – East Coast Division. The appointment is effective immediately.

“With a genuine passion for travel, Heather has a consistent track record of meeting and surpassing sales goals in both onsite and remote roles and possesses demonstrable knowledge of working with meeting and incentive planners, wedding planners, travel advisors and wholesalers,” says Cynthia Kunz Global Sales Director – Meetings & Incentives. “She is passionate about excellent service and has thrived on curating bespoke luxury experiences for the most discerning of clients.”

With over 12 years of sales experience in the luxury market, Johnson most recently served as Sales Manager for Malliouhana, An Auberge Resort in Anguilla. She has also spent time in the sales departments for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in the Caribbean and Latin America and Morgans Hotel Group in New York City. Now based in Connecticut, she graduated from New York University with a Master’s degree in Tourism and Travel Management.

Velas Resorts consists of Casa Velas and Velas Vallarta in Puerto Vallarta and the Grand Velas Resorts in Los Cabos, Riviera Maya and Riviera Nayarit.

Velas Resorts has catered to MICE Industry needs for over 25 years with resorts that feature excellence in service, world-class hospitality, beautifully appointed accommodations, signature Luxury All-Inclusive, superb facilities and expansive Convention Centers. For more information on Velas Resorts Meetings or to make a reservation, please call 1-888-505-8399, email info@velasmeetingsmexico.com or visit http://velasmeetingsmexico.com/.

Source Vleas Resorts

Libertador Hotels, Resorts & Spas announces the opening of a new ALOFT Hotel in Lima

Meetings, Travel

Peru’s most distinguished hotel group, Libertador Hotels, Resorts & Spas, is pleased to announce the opening of the 164-room Aloft Lima bringing innovation, modern style and a vibrant new social scene to the Miraflores district. This will be the first Aloft hotel in Peru and will feature bold and stylish design throughout as well as tech-forward features such as SPG Keyless entry.

Guest rooms are gracefully spread among 10 floors with a variety of intriguing social spaces located on the mezzanine and two relatively small stylish restaurants, Quinoa and Barrio, on the ground floor. The reception and lobby areas are seamlessly connected as a multifunctional open space that serves as a welcoming breakfast and lounge area or as an ideal co-working place during the day.

Designed to serve the increasing number of hyper-connected global business and leisure travelers visiting Peru’s buzzing capital, the hotel is located in the heart of Miraflores and is part of a new pedestrian friendly multi-use complex. Additional dining options include Re:fuelSM by Aloft, a café created for breakfast and lunch “on the go” and signature cocktails and light bites can be found at the WXYZ® Bar.

Other onsite amenities include Aloft’s signature Re:chargeSM fitness center and a splash pool to unwind and relax. Aloft Lima guests will be able to enjoy programming unique to the Aloft brand, including access to exciting emerging artists and musicians via Live At Aloft Hotels. There is also 278 square feet of meeting space.

“We are pleased to introduce the first Aloft in Peru, which will significantly change the hospitality scene in Miraflores in so many inspiring and vibrant ways,” said Libertador Hotels, Resorts & Spas CEO Jorge Melero. “The Aloft is in an unbeatable location and will serve as an excellent complement to the Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center in the city’s central business district of San Isidro.”

Source: Libertador Hotels

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach Attains AAA’s Four Diamond Rating

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Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach has officially received the coveted Four Diamond Rating from AAA. Awarded to less than six percent of the more than 27,000 properties inspected and approved by AAA on an annual basis, this achievement ranks Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach among a select group of esteemed establishments.

“The attention to detail that went into this project by Summit Hospitality Management Group is evident by this prestigious honor,” stated property General Manager Androse Bell. “From guest rooms and meeting space to common areas, amenities and more, this property sets a new tone in Daytona Beach, which has been recognized on a national scale by AAA.”

Based on a scale of one to five, a Four Diamond Rating with AAA requires a property to represent a refined, stylish environment with upscale physical attributes, extensive amenities and a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail. The hotel must meet approval requirements through an unannounced on-site inspection by a team of AAA inspectors. Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach was notified on Sept. 28, 2018, of its official designation.

Opened in March 2018, the highly-anticipated Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach has taken center stage as the destination’s newest beachfront hotel and the fourth Hard Rock Hotel in Florida. The new music-inspired oceanfront property has introduced exclusive offerings, innovative programming and guest amenities previously unavailable in the Daytona Beach market.

For more information about Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, visit hardrockhoteldaytonabeach.com.