DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Aircraft De-Icing Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2023-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global aircraft de-icing market size reached US$ 1.2 Billion in 2022 and is forecast to reach US$ 1.7 Billion by 2028, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% during … [Read more...]
Key West New Year’s Eve Celebrations, Events & Drops (Pirate Wench, Conch Shell, High Heel)
In Times Square, there is a ball drop. In Hermosa Beach, CA, there is a beach ball drop. And in quirky Key West – the self-proclaimed Conch Republic – there is a conch drop. And a pirate wench drop. And a high heel drop. As well as a lime dropping into a margarita (after all, this was the longtime home and hangout of Jimmy Buffett). The big party is all along the main … [Read more...]
Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Fireworks Locations & America’s Party 2024 Full Details
Las Vegas for New Year's Eve is a blast and a bang. Several bangs, actually. For NYE 2024, Sin City has two fireworks show, one along multiple hotels along the Strip and another one downtown at the Fremont Street Experience. More than 400,000 go to Las Vegas for New Year's Eve. On the Strip, fireworks are launched from hotels one right after another – boom, boom, boom, … [Read more...]
San Diego’s Hotel del Coronado Offering A $125 Pitcher Of Bloody Marys On New Year’s Day
One way to start 2024 off in style is to be at the plush Hotel del Coronado in San Diego. The legendary property, where Marilyn Monroe frolicked in Some Like It Hot and where other top celebrities have often stayed, is having a brunch on New Year's Day. At it, you can get a 32-ounce pitcher of Bloody Marys for the Del-ish price of $125. Then again, it does serve four people … [Read more...]
Lionfish San Diego Has Special Holiday Bowl Drinks For USC & Louisville Fans
Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine is in the Holiday Bowl spirit. The Gaslamp fine dining retaurant has created themed cocktails for both USC and Lousville, the teams taking part in the DIRECTV Holiday Bowl. Each drink is named after the schools' respective chants, very familar words to Trojans and Cardinals fans. The USC cocktail is called Fight On and the Louisville one is … [Read more...]
Travel + Leisure Co. Successfully Reprices and Upsizes Secured Term Loan B Facility to $598 Million
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$TNL--Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) announced today the closing of the Fifth Amendment to its Credit Agreement, which established $598 million of incremental term loans (the “2023 Term Loan B Facility”). The 2023 Term Loan B Facility refinanced $298 million of outstanding borrowings under the 2022 Incremental Term Loan facility and included … [Read more...]
Apple Hospitality REIT Announces Dates for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Earnings Release and Conference Call
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced that it plans to report fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results after the market closes on Thursday, February 22, 2024, and host a conference call for investors and interested parties at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 23, … [Read more...]
National Bloody Mary Day Is On New Year’s Day
It is quite appropriate that the ultimate hangover cocktail, has its "hashtag holiday" on New Year's Day. National Bloody Mary Day – yes, there really is such a thing – is annually on Jan. 1. For those staggering out after a big New Year's Eve ready for a little hair of the dog, a Bloody Mary is just the thing to get them roarin' again to start the new year. The recipe … [Read more...]
Riversuites Luxury Boutique Hotel Opens in Fishtown
Rivers Casino Philly debuts apartment-style suites inside The Battery mixed-use campusPHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Riversuites luxury boutique hotel is making Rivers Casino the place to stay and play in Philadelphia. And, odds are, you haven’t seen anything like it. Hotel guests will enjoy upscale suites — and only suites — that are apartment-style accommodations with one-, … [Read more...]
Where To Watch The Great American Solar Eclipse 2024; Plano Texas Viewing Spots & Hotel Deals
On April 8, 2024, a solar eclipse will occur across North America from Mazatlan, Mexico, to Newfoundland, Canada. Called the Great American Eclipse, its totality (the phase when the moon’s disk completely covers the face of the sun) will last for four minutes, 26 seconds and cover 123.4 miles as it crosses the continent. Right in the path of the eclipse is the city of Plano, … [Read more...]
Traveler’s Delight: Discovering Unique Bus Stop Art Installation in New Taipei City, Taiwan
NEW TAIPEI, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Located in Taiwan, New Taipei City is a bustling urban area, with crowds of people and heavy traffic. Taking the bus is a necessary means of daily commuting for many people, whether for work or school. To provide bus commuters with a fresh sensory experience, government authorities are actively enhancing the creativity and conceptualization … [Read more...]
Virgin Galactic Launches Into the New Year With January Commercial Flight
‘Galactic 06’ Mission Launch Window Opens January 26, 2024ORANGE COUNTY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:SPCE) today announced the ‘Galactic 06’ flight window will open January 26, 2024. This will be the Company’s 11th spaceflight to date and will follow a year of unprecedented human spaceflight achievements that included six suborbital … [Read more...]
The 2023 Top 25 Historic Hotels Worldwide® Holiday Traditions and Spectacular Displays List Is Announced
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#cultural--Historic Hotels Worldwide® represents over 300 of the finest, most authentic historic hotels in over 40 countries. In December and January, these historic hotels, inns, chateaus, castles, and haciendas are illuminated in the local fashion for the season, creating beautiful spaces for guests to celebrate one or more of the festive holidays … [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve San Diego Complete Rundown Of Gaslamp Bars Events & Cover Charges
New Year's Eve in San Diego is a blast, but it's not a bang. The only fireworks are at Sea World but there's a lot going on throughout the city. One of the most happening places is the Gaslamp Quarter, which is pretty much like New Year's Eve every weekend night of the year anyway. On NYE it's even more intense and every bar and restaurant/bar has something going on for New … [Read more...]
Sky Harbour Announces Two New Developments Aimed at Serving the New York and Connecticut Business Aviation Markets and Provides an Update on Construction Activities
WEST HARRISON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Connecticut Airport Authority, Duchess County (NY), and Sky Harbour Group Corporation (NYSE: SKYH, SKYH WS) (“Sky Harbour”, “SHG”, or “the Company”) today announced the execution of two ground leases for the development of Sky Harbour Home Base campuses at Bradley International Airport (BDL) and at Hudson Valley Regional Airport (POU). … [Read more...]
Travelers Question ‘What Rights?’ as They Fly Blind This Holiday Season
LegalShield survey finds more than a third of fliers unfamiliar with their basic legal rights 83% of plane travelers will allow more time for potential delays or cancellations 60% plan to travel this holiday season, with 59% of travelers financially stressed because of it ADA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With holiday travel upon us, a new survey from LegalShield reveals … [Read more...]
The UK’s Hottest Concerts and Sporting Events of 2023 Revealed
Taylor Swift, Wimbledon and NFL lead the way in viagogo’s inaugural ticketing charts Brits increase international travel to live events by 41% according to data from the world’s leading ticket marketplace Taylor Swift dominates the competition for 2024, already bringing in more than four times the ticket sales of her nearest rival Wimbledon brings it home with viagogo’s most … [Read more...]
Falcon’s Beyond to Participate in the 2024 ICR Conference
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBYD) (“Falcon’s” or the “Company”), a global entertainment powerhouse and visionary innovator in immersive storytelling, today announced that management will participate in the 2024 ICR Conference on January 8-10, 2024 at the Grande Lakes Resort in Orlando, FL. Scott Demerau, Executive Chairman and … [Read more...]
San Diego Gets A New 9.0% ABV Double IPA Craft Beer
San Diego has a pair of new craft beers, one of them a 9.0 AVB (alcohol-by-volume) double IPA. The Original 40 Brewing Company has released Big Tings West Coast Double IPA, along with a much more modest 5.2 Baja Negra Mexican Lager. Both are available for a limited time at the North Park brewpub. Big Tings is brewed with Mosaic, Citra, and Centennial hops. It has aromas … [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve In Santa Barbara At The Hotel Californian
There are many things to do in Santa Barbara for New Year's Eve. There's a champagne cruise, a pub crawl, NYE with the symphony and even a Pajama Jam. And there is also an outdoor celebration, a six-course dinner and a Bloody Mary bar on New Year's Day at the Hotel Californian. Here is a rundown of those activities at the latter. Blackbird's Indulgent Six Course … [Read more...]
Marti Warrant Holders Reminded to Tender Warrants Before 12:00 Midnight, Eastern Time on December 19, 2023
ISTANBUL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marti Technologies, Inc. (“Marti” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: MRT), Türkiye’s leading mobility app, today provided a reminder of its previously announced offer to purchase all of its outstanding public warrants (the “Public Warrants”) and private warrants (the “Private Warrants, together with the Public Warrants, the “Warrants”) to purchase its … [Read more...]
San Diego’s Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band Playing The Belly Up The Day After Christmas
James William Buffett – more popularly known as Jimmy Buffett – was born on Christmas Day in 1946. And the day after his birthday in 2023, San Diego's Jimmy Buffett tribute band is playing a venue where Buffett played on occasion, the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. Buffett is no longer with us – much to the chagrin of his legion of fans and the entire music industry – so … [Read more...]
How This Half-A-Million Mile Air Travleler Flies First Class Style In Coach
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger Traveling by plane is kind of a pain these days but it's a necessary part of travel, of couse. I'll bypass all the reasons it's challenging and difficult and cut tho the chase. I am a freqent travleler with more than 500,000 air miles. ad here is how I am able to have a first-class experience while sitting in coach. Having … [Read more...]
reAlpha Tech Corp. Announces Second Quarter 2023 Results and Provides Business Update
DUBLIN, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--reAlpha Tech Corp. (“reAlpha” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: AIRE), a real estate technology company focused on developing, utilizing and commercializing real estate-focused artificial intelligence (“AI”) to drive efficiency, sustainability and growth, today provides a business update and reports financial results for the second quarter ended October … [Read more...]
Air Lease Corporation Announces Delivery of First of Seven New Airbus A321-200neo Aircraft to Transavia
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) announced one new Airbus A321-200neo aircraft delivered to Transavia. This aircraft is the first of seven new Airbus A321s confirmed to deliver to Transavia on long-term lease from ALC’s order book with Airbus and the first A321-200neo to join the Dutch carrier’s fleet. “ALC is pleased to announce the first of … [Read more...]
UNITE HERE Local 11: Major Breakthrough! Nine Marriott Hotels and One More Hilton Sign Agreements, Doubling Total to Twenty in Less than A Week
Pressure builds on Aimbridge Hospitality properties to signLOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--More than 1700 housekeepers, cooks, dishwashers, servers, and front desk workers at nine Marriott hotels – Irvine Marriott, W Hotel Westwood, SLS Beverly Hills, Westin LAX, Sheraton Grand DTLA, JW Marriott LA Live, Ritz-Carlton LA Live, Courtyard Marriott DTLA, and Residence Inn DTLA – and … [Read more...]
San Francisco’s Iconic Bay To Breakers Joins Forces With The City’s Chamber Of Commerce
Bay to Breakers, the historic and iconic annual event in San Francisco, has joined forces with the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce for 2024. The association, which includes starting a Corporate Teams program, is aimed at helping boost the downtown area and the city as a whole, which is still suffering the effects of the COVID pandemic. “In 1912, the first Bay to … [Read more...]
Bluewater Grill Offering Fans Specials For Rose Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, LA Bowl, Holiday Bowl & Arizona Bowl
The Rose Bowl has the traditional Beef Bowl hosted by Lawry's The Prime Rib, but that's for the players. For fans of Alabama and Michigan in L.A., in town for the College Football Playoff national semifinal, Bluewater Grill for some special treatment for them. The resturant, with Los Angeles locations right on the water in Newport Beach and Redondo Beach, is offering fans … [Read more...]
BLUEGREEN VACATIONS INVESTOR ALERT By the Former Attorney General of Louisiana: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation – BVH
NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation (NYSE: BVH) to Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV). Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Bluegreen will receive $75.00 in … [Read more...]
Las Vegas To Offer Marriage Licenses At The Airport For New Year’s Eve Week
Getting married is pretty easy in Las Vegas and it's going to be even easier at the end of 2023, Instead of going to the chapel, people can go to the airport. Specifically, Terminal 1 near baggage claim at Harry Reid International Airport. That is becaue Clark County Clerk Lynn Marie Goya is opening a pop-up Marriage License Bureau during New Year's Eve Week in Las Vegas. It … [Read more...]
What Are The Best Lever-Action Rifles? 4 Options To Choose From Listed Here
Are you in the market for a reliable and classic firearm that embodies both functionality and heritage? Our guide below will share the best lever action rifles from which you can choose. Keep reading to learn the top four options to help you make an informed decision based on your shooting needs. Henry Repeating Arms Golden Boy This lever gun is a great option for … [Read more...]
RLJ Lodging Trust Announces Dividends for Fourth Quarter of 2023
BETHESDA, M.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RLJ Lodging Trust (the “Company”) (NYSE: RLJ) today announced that its Board of Trustees has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per common share of beneficial interest. The dividend is payable on January 16, 2024, to shareholders of record as of December 29, 2023. The Board of Trustees also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.4875 … [Read more...]
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust Declares Dividends for Fourth Quarter 2023
BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$PEB #hotel--Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) (the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Trustees has authorized, and the Company has declared, a quarterly cash dividend of $0.01 per common share of beneficial interest, to be paid on January 16, 2024 to shareholders of record as of December 29, 2023 (the “Record Date”). The Board of … [Read more...]
Air Lease Corporation Announces Delivery of One New Airbus A321-200neo and One New Airbus A330-900neo Aircraft to Sunclass Airlines
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today Air Lease Corporation (NYSE: AL) announced two new Airbus aircraft delivered to Sunclass Airlines of Denmark, including one new A321-200neo and one new A330-900neo. Both aircraft delivered to Sunclass Airlines this December on long-term lease from ALC’s order book with Airbus. “We are pleased to announce the first of two A321-200neos and the … [Read more...]
Stanley Tucci Takes on New Adventures in Italy With National Geographic
TUCCI – THE HEART OF ITALY (W.T.), a New 10-part Food Series, Follows Tucci on Culinary Quests to Italy’s Spectacular Regions To Discover How the Unique Character and Culture of Each One Is Expressed Through Its Food Production Begins January 2024WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, National Geographic announced the greenlight of TUCCI – THE HEART OF ITALY (working title). The … [Read more...]
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show Announced for Panama City Beach, Florida
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dolly Parton is bringing the swashbuckling excitement of her Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to the Florida Panhandle in spring 2025. Land has been acquired at Pier Park in Panama City Beach to build a new venue for the popular dinner show concept. “I’m so excited about bringing this show to such a great destination,” Dolly said. “With … [Read more...]
Tulum-Inspired Cocktail Bar, OSMIO LOUNGE, Opens In Miami’s Wynwood Neighborhood
Tulum-inspired bars are kind of a quiet trend happening now around the USA. The Mexican destination, known for its combination of wellness and nightlife, has made its way north of the border in the form of elevated bars and nightclubs. In Miami's Wynwood neighborhood adjacent to South Beach, OSMIO LOUNGE has opened, bringing Tulum’s traditions with cocktails and live … [Read more...]
Not to Be Missed: New Museum to Open Dec. 22 in Taiwan’s Cultural Capital
TAINAN, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Tainan City Museum is set to open on Dec. 22. If you're familiar with or have visited the National Palace Museum, this museum, named after “Tainan,” is a must-visit. The Tainan City Museum houses a diverse collection of invaluable artifacts spanning from prehistoric to modern times. These treasures unfold stories of the interactions between … [Read more...]
The Tainan City Museum Opens on Dec. 22, Showcasing the Collective Record of Taiwan’s Cultural Transformation as an Ancient Capital
TAINAN, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Tainan City Museum is set to open on Dec. 22. If you're familiar with or have visited the National Palace Museum, this museum, named after “Tainan,” is a must-visit. The Tainan City Museum houses a diverse collection of invaluable artifacts spanning from prehistoric to modern times. These treasures unfold stories of the interactions between … [Read more...]
The Tainan City Museum Opens on Dec. 22, Unveiling Taiwan’s Most Comprehensive Collection of Local Artifacts From Qing Era
TAINAN, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Tainan City Museum is set to open on Dec. 22. If you're familiar with or have visited the National Palace Museum, this museum, named after “Tainan,” is a must-visit. The Tainan City Museum houses a diverse collection of invaluable artifacts spanning from prehistoric to modern times. These treasures unfold stories of the interactions between … [Read more...]
Holiday Cocktail Recipes From 1800 Tequila & Three Olives Vodka
The holidays are not just for wine, champagne and egg nog. Oh heck now, there's a lot more to drink at Christmas parties, and here are three receipes from 1800 Tequila & Three Olives Vodka. Holiday Fashioned Ingredients: 1.5 oz 1800® Cristalino .25 oz Simple Syrup 3 Dash Orange Bitters & Chocolate Bitters Garnish: Garnish with Bitter … [Read more...]
AccuWeather Predicts Most Of America Will Not Have A White Christmas In 2023
Let it snow, let it, er, never mind. AccuWeather is predecting that much of America will not have a white Christmas in 2023. Places like Chicago, New York, Boston, Philadephia and the nation's capitol – no strangers to snow in late December – will be as dry as a turkey left in the oven too long. Those in the Pacific Northwest, Colorado and in the upper Midwest in … [Read more...]
This Swiss Cheese Story Has No Holes In It
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger We all know about the holes in Swiss cheese, but here's a story about cheese from Switzerland that has no holes in it. This is the tale about cheeses from the Appenzeller region of the country in northeastern Switzerland at the foot of the Alpstein mountains. The cheeses here go back 700 years, to 1282, in fact. They also have a … [Read more...]
Trends To Look For In Wine Travel And Traveling To Wineries In 2024
Wine travel is a trend that is growing like grapes on a vine. Wine lovers are discovering places like Switzerland and Baja, California, as well as more familar places around the globe. And it it involves more than just visiting wineries to taste wines. It's a total expeirence and is something that is going to continue into the future. Karissa Kruse, CEO & President of … [Read more...]
Life Hacks for Students: Simple Strategies for Academic Triumph
Being a student can be as challenging as it is rewarding. Balancing academic responsibilities with personal life is no small feat. This article shares some straightforward yet effective life hacks for students, aiming to simplify your journey towards academic success. These strategies enhance productivity, reduce stress and promote a balanced lifestyle. Prioritize and … [Read more...]
Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Open Bar At AZILO Ultra Lounge & CASBAR Lounge
Spending New Year's Eve in Las Vegas is quite an experience. It's already one of the world's top destinations for nightlife, regardless of the time of the year, and on New Year's Eve it is especially lively. The bars and nightclubs are rocking, there are fireworks on the Strip and there is an overall big-time party atmosphere everywhere. Naturally there's a lot of alchol … [Read more...]
Graceland Celebrates Elvis During Annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Weekend, February 9-11
Weekend features two nights of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits brought to life by Ultimate ETA Contest World Champions.MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Graceland’s seventh annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Weekend returns to the Graceland Soundstage on February 9-11, 2024, for two back-to-back nights of incredible concert experiences highlighted by performances from past … [Read more...]
Amex GBT Receives Credit Rating Upgrade; S&P Global Ratings Upgrades the Company to B+
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express Global Business Travel, which is operated by Global Business Travel Group, Inc. (NYSE: GBTG) (“Amex GBT” or the “Company”), the world’s leading B2B travel platform, today announced that it has received an upgrade from S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”) to its issuer credit rating to ‘B+’ from ‘B-‘ on rapid deleveraging and positive … [Read more...]
Canada’s Flight Attendants Launch “12 Days of Unpaid Work” Series to Kick Off Busy Holiday Travel Season
OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The union representing flight attendants across Canada has launched a "12 Days of Unpaid Work" series in advance of the busy holiday travel season, to highlight the myriad ways flight attendants are forced to work for free for major airlines. You can view the series here. "All we want for Christmas this year is pay for time worked," said Wesley … [Read more...]
Alipay Partners With Online Travel Agencies to Launch Selected China Tour Packages and Travel Guide for International Tourists
HANGZHOU, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alipay, the leading digital payment and lifestyle service platform, has partnered with top online travel agencies, including Trip.com, a global one-stop travel service provider and Tuniu, an integrated leisure travel service provider in China, to launch selected tour packages and travel guide on the Alipay app for international tourists … [Read more...]
EDITION Launches Its Second Act in Tokyo With The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza
Film: EDITION Returns to Tokyo, and Introduces GinzaTOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#EDITIONHotels--On a tree-lined street in the heart of Ginza, a new Tokyo icon opens its doors. For the second act of EDITION in Tokyo, the brand and its creator Ian Schrager have once again joined forces with renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma on The Tokyo EDITION, Ginza, which is set to become the … [Read more...]
The 5th World Media Summit (Yunnan, China) and the 2nd Yunnan International Communication Forum kicks off
KUNMING, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#Kunming--More than 300 representatives of around 80 institutions, including media outlets, international organizations and think tanks, from nearly 30 countries and regions, gathered in Yunnan for the fifth World Media Summit and the second Yunnan International Communication Forum, which kicked off on December 5 in Kunming, the capital city of … [Read more...]
Hong Kong’s Largest Ever New Year Countdown Firework Musical to Welcome 2024
HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the world eagerly anticipates the arrival of 2024, all eyes will turn to Hong Kong for the city's largest New Year's Eve firework display to date on December 31, 2023 (Sunday). Set against the iconic Hong Kong skyline, spectators will be treated to a 12-minute firework musical, surpassing any previous New Year's Eve displays in the city in both … [Read more...]
2024 World of Pinot Noir Santa Barbara Dates, Tickets & Events
With more than 200 participating wineries, the World of Pinot Noir (WOPN) is the largest celebration of Pinot Noir on the planet. Here are the dates, location, events and ticket information for the 2024 event. It is returning to the Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara, CA, from Feb. 29 – March 2. It featues more than 20 events and experiences, including not one but two … [Read more...]
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Appoints Mary E. Galligan to Board of Directors
ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) (“MVW” or the “Company”) announced today the appointment of Mary E. Galligan to its Board of Directors effective January 1, 2024. Ms. Galligan joins the MVW Board following a 35-year career in technology and cybersecurity, government relations and risk management. Ms. Galligan has extensive … [Read more...]
9 Thrilling Spin-Offs: Unveiling Unique Variations of Gin Rummy
Gin Rummy is a timeless classic card game that has captivated players since immemorial. It is a beautiful blend of luck, skill, and strategy. Although it is a simple game, it offers ample opportunities for competition and challenging your mental faculties. Both seasoned card players and casual game enthusiasts enjoy the game. The basic rules of Gin Rummy remain consistent, but … [Read more...]
Loving Blogging And Now On Bloglovin’
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger I love blogging and now I am blog lovin' at the Bloglovin' website. It's an additional platform for me to get the word out about the cool things I write about here on PubClub.com. The topics I write about are nightlife (pubs and clubs, get it!?), music (band and concerts), special events (beer, wine. food and music festivals), … [Read more...]
Surf Air Mobility and Purdue University Enter Agreement for Privately Subsidized Commuter Air Service Between West Lafayette / Purdue University Airport (LAF) and Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD)
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Surf Air Mobility Inc. (NYSE: SRFM) (“Surf Air Mobility”), an air mobility platform transforming regional flying through electrification, and Purdue University (“Purdue”) have agreed to begin scheduled commuter air service between West Lafayette / Purdue University Airport (LAF) and Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) with a target start date in early … [Read more...]
Sokos Hotels, K-Supermarket, and IKEA are among the Winners of the 2023 – 2024 World Branding Awards
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#worldbranding--The 17th edition of the World Branding Awards honoured the success and achievements of some of the World’s Best Brands as National, Regional, and Global Winners. The 2023 - 2024 World Branding Awards saw over 1,500 brands from more than 40 countries nominated as “Brand of the Year”. Of these, less than 200 were declared Winners. The … [Read more...]
San Francisco New Year’s Eve Party At Cityscape Bar, The City’s Tallest Skybar
New Year's Eve in San Francisco takes on many forms and one elevated place – quite literally – to spend it is at Cityscape Bar. Located in the Union Square Hilton 46 floors above Union Square, Cityscape is the tallest skybar in San Francisco and offers 360° views of "the City" as locals call it. And that means you've got one of the most spectacular view for San Francisco's … [Read more...]
Attention Texas & Washington Fans: Here’s Your Complete Sugar Bowl New Orleans Guide
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com College Football & Nightlife Blogger This ain't the Alamo Bowl, folks. This is the Sugar Bowl. New Orelans. College Football Playoffs. Texas and Washington, who met in last year's Alamo Bowl, are playing this year in the CFP national semifinal in the Sugar Bowl. The winner advances to play the Alabama-Michigan winner for the college … [Read more...]
How To See Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Fireworks At Ghostbar In The Palms
There are several places to see the fireworks show in Las Vegas on New Year's Eve. One popular option is to be on the Strip with tens of thousands of other people. But for an elevated – quite literally – experience, there is the rooftop at Ghostbar in the Palms. There, the fireworks are a small distance away, providing a full, wide view as they are launched from hotel to … [Read more...]
Betting Brillance Unleashed: Mastering Online Casino Hacks For Success
Introduction In the dynamic world of online casinos, where every spin and bet counts, achieving mastery is the key to not just survival but thriving. At https://india-1xbet.in, we understand the ins and outs of the online gambling universe. Our team of experts has compiled a comprehensive guide to elevate your game and unveil the true potential of your betting … [Read more...]
12Go is Revealing the Top 2024 New Year Destinations in Asia
BANGKOK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#Asiatravel--12Go has prepared a list of the best travel destinations for the winter season in Asia. This list is based on the internal ticket data gathered by 12Go. Analyzing the tickets sold throughout the year, 12Go identified the top travel destinations suitable for different groups of travelers, including solo travelers, couples, families, and … [Read more...]
Faraday Future Announces Upcoming FF 91 2.0 Deliveries, Including a B2B Co-Creation Partnership with Motev, LLC, a Leader in Luxury Sustainable Transportation, Founded by Robert Gaskill and Morgan Freeman
The agreement with Motev supports both companies’ missions of priority to the environment and to their users and customers. This agreement marks a forward step in FF’s B2B business, showcasing and opening up FF’s innovative resources to other companies. In addition to the Motev delivery, a longtime FF employee is also taking delivery of an FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance. LOS … [Read more...]
WAmazing raises additional JPY 1.4 billion in Series C funding, exceeding JPY 4.5 billion raised since its establishment
Promotes capital and business alliances with new strategic investors and regional banks in response to the full-scale recovery(*1) of overseas tourists visiting JapanTOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WAmazing Inc., a startup company developing a tourism platform service for overseas tourists to Japan (CEO: Fumiko Kato, Head office: Tokyo, hereinafter "WAmazing"), announced today that it … [Read more...]
DStv, Nando’s, and Cape Aqua Are Among the Winners of the 2023 – 2024 World Branding Awards
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#worldbranding--The 17th edition of the World Branding Awards honoured the success and achievements of some of the World’s Best Brands as National, Regional, and Global Winners. The 2023 - 2024 World Branding Awards saw over 1,500 brands from more than 40 countries nominated as “Brand of the Year”. Of these, less than 200 were declared Winners. The … [Read more...]
Great Wine Tips For Attending Holiday Parties
You're going to a holiday party and you all like wine, so naturally you want to take and drink wine at it. But this isn't quite the slam dunk it seems like, particularly if you are at a party with people you don't know that well – hey, gotta make a good impression! – or those who are more wine savvy than yourself. Well, not to worry, because PubClub.com has these great … [Read more...]
Blue Bird and Generate Capital Establish “Clean Bus Solutions,” a Fleet Electrification-as-a-Service Joint Venture
Vertically-Integrated Joint Venture to Accelerate Adoption of Electric School BusesMACON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, and Generate Capital, a leading sustainable investment and operating company, have formed a joint venture (JV) named Clean Bus Solutions, LLC to meet the increasing demand for … [Read more...]
Avianca Airlines Slashes Fares Up To 85% To Celebrate Its 104th Anniversary
In celebration of its 104th anniversary, Avianca Airlines is slashing fares by as much as 85%. Discount tickets will be available from Dec. 5-8, for the great deals to Latin America. You can take off anytime between Dec. 15 and Oct. 31, 2024. To book, simply go to avianca - Flight offers and promotions and type in your destination. "We might be adding another candle to … [Read more...]
How Indian Men Spend Their Leisure Team Online
As the world keeps turning and life races at its own pace, the way we spend our leisure time has taken a remarkable turn into the virtual realm. For the vibrant Indian men navigating the sea of pixels and possibilities, online leisure has become a captivating adventure. In this exploration, let's uncover the fascinating ways in which Indian men are choosing to spend their … [Read more...]
San Diego Students Create A Winter Beer For NOVO Brazil Brewing Company
Beer students – yes there is such a thing, especially in the "Capitol of Craft," San Diego – have created a wintertime beer. Working in conjunction with NOVO Brazil Brewing Company, the students from Southwestern College’s Fermentation Science Program developed the Imperial Beach First Anniversary Winter Warmer Beer. Its release date of Saturday, Dec. 9, is tied to the … [Read more...]
Consumers Optimistic About 2024 Financial Outlook, as Paysafe Research Reveals Shifts in Spending and Saving Habits
42% of consumers will prioritize spending on experiences over possessions, even as costs riseLONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--After a challenging 2023, nearly half (49%) of consumers worldwide are confident that their financial situation will improve in the coming year. This is according to new research from Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), which reveals a consumer landscape characterised by a … [Read more...]
The 5th World Media Summit (Yunnan Branch) and the 2nd Yunnan International Communication Forum Kicks off in Kunming, China
KUNMING, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#Yunnan--The 5th World Media Summit (Yunnan Branch) and the 2nd Yunnan International Communication Forum kicked off on December 6, 2023, in Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan Province in Southwestern China, gathering more than 300 representatives of around 80 institutions, including media outlets, international organizations and think tanks, … [Read more...]
The Fifth Annual Milken Institute Middle East and Africa Summit Returns to Abu Dhabi
Nearly 1,000 global leaders will convene, collaborate, and cooperate during the two-day eventWASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Milken Institute’s fifth annual Middle East and Africa (MEA) Summit will take place December 7-8, 2023 at the Rosewood Hotel Abu Dhabi. This year’s theme is "Navigating Complexity through Collaboration," highlighting the importance of business leaders, … [Read more...]
Dec. 16 Luxury Auction® Approaches for Florida Oceanfront Home
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#2419SouthPonteVedraBlvd--Next weekend, a Florida oceanfront home will be sold to the highest bidder regardless of price in a luxury auction® sale held without reserve. The Ponte Vedra Beach property initially hit the market in July 2022 asking $5.5 million. Miami-based Platinum Luxury Auctions is managing the sale in partnership with … [Read more...]
Zartico Partners With Key Data to Build Insights on the Globe’s Largest Commercially Available Lodging Data Set
Hotel and Short-Term Rental Data Enrich Destination Intelligence for Data-Led DecisionsSALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zartico will ingest the world’s largest commercially available lodging data set into the Zartico Destination Operating System™ (ZDOS™) beginning in 2024. Zartico and Key Data announce they have entered into a global strategic partnership that combines … [Read more...]
Korea Tourism Organization Announces Global Success for Korea Tourism Promotional Clips: 225 Million Views and Counting
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Launched on October 24th, 2023, by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in collaboration with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), these promotional clips have achieved an outstanding milestone. With an estimated 225.3 million views recorded as of December 4th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m., these clips have become a global sensation, drawing widespread … [Read more...]
Hotel Industry Applauds Removal of LA Homeless-In-Hotels Ballot Measure
Grateful for City Council’s common-sense compromise ordinanceLOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today’s removal of LA’s Homeless-In-Hotels measure from the March 2024 ballot is a victory for the City of Los Angeles and its hospitality community as it prevents hotels from becoming homeless shelters and protects hotel employees who would have become the first line of care. With … [Read more...]
PubClub.com December & Holidays Party Report & Top Events
Happy Holidays! And happy Holiday parties and events! Before we get into all the hot happens for the holidays, let's give a big PubClub cheers to today – the anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition! It was on this date in 1933 that the Twenty-First Ammendment went into effect, ending the Eighteenth Ammendment, which was passed in 1919. The Prohibition Era in American was … [Read more...]
AlertMedia Named a Strong Performer in Critical Event Management report by Independent Research Firm
Report finds AlertMedia’s “differentiated roadmap crisply aligns to the incident management lifecycle…” and reference customers “appreciate the platform’s ease of use…”AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AlertMedia, the world’s leading provider of threat intelligence, emergency communication, and travel risk management solutions, today announced it has been named a Strong Performer … [Read more...]
How I Have Managed To Get In The Christmas Spirit In Warm-Weather San Diego
By Kevin Wilkerson, San Diego Blogger When I first moved to Southern California several years ago, I had difficulty getting into the Christmas spirit. I mean the weather was 70 degrees, I was at the beach and even when I tried to find something "holidays-ish" I just couldn't manage to get in the mood. I lived in LA at the time and wen to the Grove, which was all decorated … [Read more...]
San Diego’s Lionfish Restaurant Hosting A Caymus Vineyards WIne Pairing Dinner
Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine, an upscale restaurant in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, is hosing a wine pairing dinner with Napa Valley winery Caymus Vineyards. The dinner, which cost $125, is Thursday, Dec. 14, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. It is five courses paired with different Caymus wines with food prepared by Chef Steven Ruiz. It features an amuse bouche of Kusshi oyster, … [Read more...]
First-of-its-Kind Flight Trials Integrate Uncrewed Aircraft Into Controlled Airspace
A partnership of aviation leaders demonstrates that uncrewed aircraft can be safely integrated into controlled airspace among piloted aircraft through multiple test flightsCHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand & MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A partnership of aviation leaders has successfully completed a first-of-its-kind trial, including a series of test flights aimed at … [Read more...]
CHLA Highlights Excellence at 2023 Stars of the Industry Awards
Eleven top hotel employees, four properties honored at luncheonSACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The California Hotel & Lodging Association (CHLA) honored eleven hospitality leaders and four outstanding properties today during its annual Stars of the Industry Awards. “Congratulations to our 2023 winners and nominees who embody the spirit of hospitality and help make … [Read more...]
Life House Selected to Operate Three Boutique Hotels in Pagosa Springs, Colorado
PAGOSA SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Life House is set to manage three distinguished hotels in Pagosa Springs: The Nightingale Motel, High Creek Lodge, and Pagosa River Domes. This initiative comes as part of a collaboration with Utah-based Elan Capital Partners, who hold an impressive portfolio of hospitality properties across the nation. The partnership not only … [Read more...]
A Rundown Of The Top Christmas Events in Mexico City
Mexico City has more than 264 events and activities during the holiday season. There are posadas – Las Posadas celebrates Joseph and Mary's journey from Bethlehem to Nazareth – and pilgrimages in the 16 neighborhoods that make up Mexico City. They run from Dec. 16-23 with the traditional Mexican fruit punch and the symbolic 7-spike piñatas. Many of the events listed here are … [Read more...]
ROH Integrates with Oracle OPERA Cloud Seamlessly Connecting Essential Data Flows Across Sales and Finance Teams
Additional integrations to come with front end and back office hospitality solutionsNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ROH, a vertical SaaS solution serving the hospitality industry, today announced its integration with Oracle OPERA Cloud. ROH and Oracle OPERA Cloud’s integration enables property finance and sales teams to eliminate paper payment authorization forms and the manual … [Read more...]
The Road To Recovery _ 7 Key Benefits Of Residential Rehab
Residential rehabilitation, often referred to as rehab, is a comprehensive and immersive approach to overcoming substance abuse and addiction. Unlike outpatient programs, residential rehab involves individuals residing at a treatment facility for a designated period. One of the many residential rehab benefits is that this intensive approach has proven to be highly effective … [Read more...]
Capturing Radiance: Exploring The Timeless Allure Of Vibrant Gemstone Stud Earrings
Gemstone stud earrings hold a special place in the hearts of jewelry enthusiasts. Due to their exceptional elegance and versatility, they are go-to choice for various occasions. Millennials and Gen Z typically make up about 81% of diamond jewelry buyers. These are people who are fashionable and highly into trends. For them to go for gemstone jewelry when buying accessories, … [Read more...]
Kris+ by Singapore Airlines Selects Airwallex to Extend Lifestyle Rewards App in Australia
Kris+ by Singapore Airlines selects Airwallex to extend its lifestyle rewards app to more than 1.3 million KrisFlyer members in Australia Kris+ will integrate Airwallex’s Payment for Platforms solution into its app to enable a seamless payment experience that supports miles earning and redemption capabilities in Melbourne and Sydney SINGAPORE & MELBOURNE, … [Read more...]
Kris+ by Singapore Airlines Selects Airwallex to Extend Lifestyle Rewards App in Australia
Kris+ by Singapore Airlines selects Airwallex to extend its lifestyle rewards app to more than 1.3 million KrisFlyer members in Australia Kris+ will integrate Airwallex’s Payment for Platforms solution into its app to enable a seamless payment experience that supports miles earning and redemption capabilities in Melbourne and Sydney SINGAPORE & MELBOURNE, … [Read more...]
Florida State Should Be More Upset At This School Than Alabama For CFP Playoffs Snub
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com College Football Blogger With sympathies to Florida State (as well as to Georgia), the College Football Playoff committee got it right. Alabama in, FSU (and Georgia) to a consolation bowl. When there are only four spots for eight deserving teams, half of them get left out, even if you went undefeated in your conference or only lost once in … [Read more...]
California Hotel & Lodging Association Announces 2024 Board of Directors
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The California Hotel & Lodging Association (CHLA) elected its 2024 Board of Directors during its annual meeting today at the Claremont Club & Spa in Berkeley, California. Dhruv Patel (President and COO of Ridgemont Hospitality) is stepping in as the 2024 CHLA Board Chair, with Hee-Won Lim (Vice President and General Manager of … [Read more...]
Volato Announces Closing of Business Combination with PROOF Acquisition Corp I; Secures Additional Equity Financing
Announces Closing of an Additional $12 Million of Combined Investments to Fund Business Operations and Grow Volato Fleet Follows PROOF Stockholders’ Approval of the Business Combination with Volato at Special Meeting on November 28, 2023 Shares and Warrants to Trade on the NYSE under the Symbols “SOAR” and “SOAR.WS”ATLANTA & RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Volato, Inc., … [Read more...]
Travel + Leisure Co. Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index
Company also named by the National Business Inclusion Consortium as a 2023 Top 50 Best-of-the-Best Corporation for Inclusion, and by the National Veteran Owned Business Association’s 2023 Best Corporations for Veteran’s Business EnterprisesORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$TNL--Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, announced … [Read more...]
OWL Services Acquires Dark Horse Enterprises, Inc. to Expand Coverage in Mid-Atlantic States
TROY, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OWL™ Services, the premier sales, construction, program management, compliance, and service partner to retail fueling, industrial, commercial fleet, and electrical vehicle charging companies, announced today the acquisition of Dark Horse Enterprises, Inc., a leading Mid-Atlantic fueling construction, service and compliance company located in … [Read more...]
LuxUrban Hotels to Participate in Noble Capital Markets’ 19th Annual Emerging Growth Equity Conference
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LuxUrban Hotels Inc. (or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LUXH), which utilizes an asset-light business model to lease entire hotels on a long-term basis and rent out hotel rooms in these properties in key major metropolitan cities, today announced that it will participate in the 19th Annual Noble Capital Markets Emerging Growth Equity Conference on Monday, … [Read more...]
The St. Joe Company Announces a New Watersound Club® Golf Course
The Watersound Club team will be joined by PGA legend Davis Love III and his design firm, Love Golf Design, in building a new golf course named “The Third”PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) (“St. Joe”) is excited to announce the construction of another world-class Watersound Club golf course. Watersound Club staff are working closely with … [Read more...]
Crocodile Rock, One Of Toronto’s Best Bars, Is Now Permanently Closed
By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger It was with much disappointment that I have discovered – and therefore must report – that one of my favourite bars in Toronto has permanently closed. It did not survive the pandemic. So rather than this being a bar obituary, I'll turn it into a celebration of life. My life at "the Rock." For several years, I would spend … [Read more...]