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Caesars Entertainment celebrated the grand opening of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino on July 6, “ushering in a bold new era for the South Shore,” the company said.
To celebrate the moment, the resort hosted a champagne reception before a ceremonial ribbon-cutting led by longtime partner Lisa Vanderpump. The celebration continued at the property’s Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords, featuring live rock n’ roll music performed by Tahoe Tommy and Pier Pressure.
“With Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, we set out to create something truly distinctive for this market. An experience that blends the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada with the energy and innovation our guests expect,” said Anthony Carano, President & COO of Caesars Entertainment. “The grand opening
represents the realization of that vision and the beginning of an exciting new era for Lake Tahoe.”
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Hawkins Way Capital will open a fourth Series by Marriott hotel in Chicago, the investment firm announced on July 6. Developed under the firm’s FOUND Hotels, Chicago brand, the forthcoming conversion hotel is managed by FCL Management.
“We’re focused on delivering a hospitality experience that reflects the spirit and vibrancy of Chicago while continuing to build on what has made this property a favorite among travelers visiting River North,” said Brian Nolen, General Manager of FOUND Hotels, Chicago. “Becoming part of the Series by Marriott™ collection allows us to pair the personality and style of an independent hotel with the trust, recognition, and enhanced benefits that today’s guests value.”
Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts announced on July 7 the launch of a new lodging brand, Waybound. The first location—the Waybound Yosemite—for the brand debuted this month, Delaware North said, near the south entrance of Yosemite National Park in Fish Camp, California.
A feature of the Waybound alternative lodging brand is two distinct sections: The Havens lodging, and The Commons, a central gathering point. The Havens are a collection of separate two-bedroom cabins complete with private front porches and back patios designed to bring the great outdoors into guest accommodations. The Commons is comprised of dining venues, the General Store “offering curated provisions, merchandise, and grab-and-go options, and acts as the host space for event programming.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts unveiled its newest dual-branded hotel near Orange County Convention Center. The EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites opened on July 1 with a combined 288 guest rooms.
“Today’s travelers are looking for stays that feel more flexible, more personalized and more aligned with how they want to live, work and recharge,” said Jen Gribble, Sr. Vice President, Global Marketing, Premium, Essentials and Suites Brands at IHG. “The opening of EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites Orlando Universal Blvd brings two powerful brands together in a way that delivers exactly that—giving guests the freedom to choose a stay that fits their needs.”
The EVEN Hotel offers 120 guest rooms and easy access to the EVEN Kitchen & Bar. The Staybridge Suites offers 168 rooms and the Staybridge Suites Social, “a relaxed happy hour with light bites, beer and wine,” IHG said. Guests at both properties can move seamlessly between fitness center, 24-hour marketplace, game room, resort-style outdoor pool, guest laundry, storage units for long-stay travelers, and outdoor BBQ grills and pet areas.