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In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk celebrate a “joint birthday” by discussing their personal stories about entering the hospitality industry, their favorite cake flavors, and their dream travel destinations. We also discuss our top song picks that capture our essence and debate between savory and sweet hotel amenities. On the professional side, we highlight the latest additions to AAA's Four-Diamond properties, including unique locations in both the United States and internationally. Furthermore, we discuss Hilton's ambitious plan to double its lifestyle hotel count by 2028, emphasizing the growing trend toward lifestyle hotels in the industry. Marriott International also gets a spotlight with the unveiling of its new midscale hotel brand, Project Mid-T, aimed at easing the process for developers converting existing properties. Lastly, we touch on a health incident involving passengers on a United Airlines flight, highlighting the importance of safety and health in travel. Join us for a blend of personal insights and the latest hospitality news in this special birthday episode. — Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts! This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live! Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk celebrate a “joint birthday” by discussing their personal stories about entering the hospitality industry, their favorite cake flavors, and their dream travel destinations. We also discuss our top song picks that capture our essence and debate between savory and sweet hotel amenities. On the professional side, we highlight the latest additions to AAA's Four-Diamond properties, including unique locations in both the United States and internationally. Furthermore, we discuss Hilton's ambitious plan to double its lifestyle hotel count by 2028, emphasizing the growing trend toward lifestyle hotels in the industry. Marriott International also gets a spotlight with the unveiling of its new midscale hotel brand, Project Mid-T, aimed at easing the process for developers converting existing properties. Lastly, we touch on a health incident involving passengers on a United Airlines flight, highlighting the importance of safety and health in travel. Join us for a blend of personal insights and the latest hospitality news in this special birthday episode. — Good Morning Hospitality is part of the Hospitality.FM podcast network and a Hospitality.FM Original. If you like this podcast, then you'll also love Behind The Stays with Zach Busekrus, which comes out every Tuesday & Friday, wherever you get your podcasts! This show is structured to cover industry news in travel and hospitality and is recorded live every Monday morning at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. So make sure you tune in during our live show on our social media channels or YouTube and join the conversation live! Thank you to all of the Hospitality.FM Partners that help make this show possible, and if you have any press you want covered during the show, fill out this form! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amaury Piedra assumed the role of managing director in August 2020, where he leads Central Florida's largest all-suite convention hotel located in the heart of the nation's number one convention and tourist destination. Piedra is a bilingual veteran of the hospitality industry with 25 years of sales and operations experience leading Four Diamond lifestyle hotels, convention hotels, and multi-unit complexes in the U.S. and Caribbean, including properties for Wyndham Hotels and Resorts and Starwood Hotels and Resorts. During his career, he has actively participated in major renovations and worked in conjunction with ownership groups and management companies to reposition properties, grow revenues and profitability, while assisting in maximizing the value of the assets.In today's episode, David Millili and Steve Carran sit down with Amaury Piedra, the managing director of Caribe Royale in Orlando. Amaury shares his fascinating career journey, from starting as a valet to leading the $140 million transformation of Caribe Royale into a 4-diamond property. He provides insights into culture-building, instilling a hospitality mindset in staff, adapting to changing guest needs through technology and experiences, and the bold vision that drove Caribe Royale's remarkable reinvention. With over 25 years of experience at hotels like Wyndham and Starwood, Amaury offers a wealth of wisdom for hoteliers looking to elevate their properties and lean into the future of hospitality.In this episode, you'll learn about:The Transformative Initiatives at Caribe Royale.What is the importance and impact of the property app in improving guest experiences?What are the strategic leadership and operational approaches?Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn pageThe Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More MediaLinks:Amaury on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amaury-piedra-68547678/Caribe Royale Orlando: https://www.cariberoyale.com/For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/68Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...Connect with Steve and David:Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

  In the U.S., 16,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year, and more children die from cancer than any other disease. Fighting, researching or finding a cure for childhood cancer is obviously as grave a topic as one could contemplate. But perhaps the annual dance marathon known simply as Thon, at the Bryce Jordan Center on the campus of Penn State University this weekend is one of the most joyful events staged anywhere or any time to raise money for such an illness that can bring so much sadness. Thon is a 46-hour, non-stop dance marathon that is the world's largest student-run philanthropy. Since its inception in 1973, Thon has raised more than $219 million to provide emotional and financial support to children and families that have been impacted by childhood cancer. The money generated by Thon goes to Four Diamonds at Penn State Children's Hospital in Hershey. On The Spark Monday, Suzanna Graney, Executive Director of Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, said Four Diamonds has benefited from Thon since 1977,"e have been collaborative partners ever since, making it possible for Four Diamonds to cover the cost of care for all of our Four Diamonds families at, our Children's Hospital in Hershey. And to be a Four Diamonds family, your child would be diagnosed under the age of 22, living in Pennsylvania and getting your primary oncology care from Penn State Health Children's Hospital. We are covering all those costs that are not covered by insurance or other means, taking that financial pressure off of the family, because when cancer happens to a child, it happens to the entire family. So the other thing that we're able to do is provide a lot of support services for the patient and the family members to have everything that they need mentally, socially, emotionally, spiritually as they're walking this path together. So all of those specialty services like child life and music therapy and art therapy are covered for all of those kids in those families." Much of the money raised by Thon goes toward research. Graney added,"Finding new ways to use the current drugs that we have. Finding new applications of new drugs or new therapies using the body's immune system differently to activate your immune system to fight cancer is one of the biggest things that has happened in the last ten years. It's been exciting to be on the precipice of new discovery, and to be able to find what we talk about as local research that has a global impact. The research that's happening in Hershey, Pennsylvania, has the potential to change the world for kids everywhere. We're really excited because of Thon's steady support and the community support we've been funding, a number of researchers at the Penn State College of Medicine, two of those labs have been funded for more than a decade through Thon and Four Diamond support, and they are both on the cusp of opening clinical trials for kids, in the coming year, which means that what we've learned in that lab is now ready to go into patient care." Will Vincent, the Executive Director of Thon was asked what makes it special,"It is an entirely student run organization. But on the other side, we also have a tremendous amount of outpouring of support from Penn State alumni, corporate sponsors, and just the overall Penn State community and beyond. So there are students on this campus that work tirelessly all year long. Thon has become so much more than just a weekend in February. So our student volunteers work all year long. But the support that we get from every single person that has heard of Thon's mission and wanted to push it forward is absolutely tremendous. So it is a huge community that expanded. Its so far out just beyond Penn State's campus and just State College." Last year, Thon raised more $15 million.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Gearry Caudell is a Culinary Leader who has worked as a Chef at Four Diamond resorts and decided he wanted to make a career change to the education side. He now works as the Head of the Savannah Culinary Institute. ABOUT PODCAST Skill Stadium podcast is the voice of the skilled trades.  Every two weeks on Thursday, we feature guests from all over the world with the following backgrounds: Business Owners Hiring Managers Skilled Trades Professionals Trade School Administrators Career Coaches Skilled Trades Influencers The purpose of the podcast is to share stories, career advice, and job opportunities in the skilled trades. You are invited every week to listen in on a conversation with people who are passionate about the skilled trades. You get the information you cannot google, from real people doing the work. Skill Stadium Links Website www.skillstadium.com Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/skill-stadium/id1530074050 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SkillStadium4Jobs Instagram www.instagram.com/skillstadium/ YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/SkillStadium LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillstadium/?viewAsMember=true Twitter https://twitter.com/SkillStadium TikTok www.tiktok.com/@skillstadiumtradesjobs

Today's episode is brought to you by The Meritage Resort and Spa and Grand Reserve at the Meritage, a memorable escape at the gateway to wine country. Marked by two distinct stay experiences, this expansive and luxurious property in the heart of Napa offers 322 guest rooms and over 50,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Among sprawling vineyards and rolling golden hills, experience unparalleled luxury and iconic views at this Four Diamond resort that perfectly embodies everything Napa. Today, we are joined by Jim Sonefeld, an award-winning drummer and songwriter best known for his time with 90's rock band Hootie and the Blowfish. In his recent memoir, “Swimming with the Blowfish”, Jim recounts the band's exciting rise to fame, his own struggles with addiction, and his current passion for philanthropy. Mike and Jim discuss the role of spirituality in their lives, how to laugh through difficult times, and the importance of timing in navigating the changes of life. To connect with Jim Sonefeld or learn more about his memoir, visit jimsonefeld.com or follow him on Facebook or Twitter.  

Episode 24 - Four resorts in the Pocono Mountains have the distinguished honor of being AAA Four Diamond-rated properties including French Manor Inn & Spa, Skytop Lodge, The Lodge at Woodloch and Mount Airy Casino Resort. Each has a long history of providing refined and distinctive experiences for guests. The Poconos is a year-round destination for millions and with 24-hundred square miles of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers with historic downtowns and iconic family resorts, it's the perfect getaway for a weekend or an entire week. You can always find out more on PoconoMountains.com or watch Pocono Television Network streaming live 24/7.

There is a lot of news to talk about, and John had another crazy week. Join the guys on the show where they focus on the jokes first with bits of information, stuff from the news, personal stories, and sometimes interviews. This week definitely covers the personal stories and news portion! If you enjoy us, … Continue reading 168. Stage Four Diamond Dustin →

Two Vegas Guys have decided to team up and give you the best of the best about Vegas! Davey "The Showkiller" Diaz and Donald Spalding are your host for Adventure Vegas Insider. This episode is packed with tons of insider information you won't find anywhere else!!!   We are going to start at the South end of the Las Vegas Strip and work our way down the strip to the North end, then take you into Downtown Vegas. We are also going to take you off the strip too and let you know about hidden gems in Vegas along with the spots where locals go!     The Mirage Las Vegas is an iconic property that has been in Las Vegas since 1989. in all of Las Vegas!  Plenty of entertainment to offer from shows, nightlife, excellent food choices, and a unique pool like no other in Vegas!  The Mirage is the original Vegas mega-resort, a Four Diamond award-winner located center-Strip with its iconic volcano welcoming you! At the time of its opening, The Mirage was the largest hotel in the world, with 3,044 rooms.   In Episode 21 we will once again give you the 411 about entertainment at Harrah's Las Vegas.   **Don't forget to check out deals all the time at: https://adventure-vegas.com/ Always check this website out first before you look elsewhere!**   A big thank you to Illusion Entertainment for producing this podcast! https://www.illusionlv.com  For more information on video & audio editing: https://www.illusionlv.com/video-editing   Also, a thank you to @Prof3ssor Blue to providing our beats!!! He has some great music, please check him out! https://prof3ssorblue.bandcamp.com https://music.apple.com/us/artist/prof3ssor-blue/429791647

Wine: It’s one of the few things as old as time. There are different types & colours, and it can range in price from inexpensive to unaffordable. It’s also the one of the few exports many countries aggressively compete to be known for. Picking the right wine is enough make your head spin, but today’s guest, Angela Aiello, has spent the better part of her career helping young adults make sense of it. Angela started in hospitality while at university, working in the Four Diamond restaurants at some of the Niagara Region’s biggest wineries. After graduation she relocated to Toronto, continuing in wine retail. From there she moved into the corporate world, working at XM Satellite Radio before pivoting into Executive Recruitment. But Angela continued to pursue her passion for wine on the side. She harnessed the power of social media, uploading self-made wine info videos to YouTube. Those videos laid the foundation for what would eventually become the iYellow Wine Club, Toronto’s premier wine club Angela sold the iYellow Wine Club after more than a decade, and is focusing her time on covering the wine industry. A dedicated wine journalist, content creator, and influencer, we learn why she is affectionately known as the 'Super Wine Girl'. Angela Aiello IG SuperWineGirl www.superwinegirl.com Victor Genova IG VicGenova www.mediapeople.ca

Playing tracks by Drala, DJ Fudge & Hallex M, Art Of Tones, Sable Sheep, Fabrizio Ortella and more. West Coast Weekender May 2-6, 2019: California's only dance music festival and conference to take place at a Four Diamond destination complete with a 24-hour casino https://wcw2019.eventbrite.com

HBG Design is a Top 10 National Hospitality Design Leader with offices in Memphis Tennessee and San Diego California. The company has designed over 21 million square feet of hospitality and entertainment space in the last 20 years. In this edition of the Hotel Design podcast we are joined by Principal, Mark Weaver FAIA and Melanie Newport Interior Designer, both of whom worked on The Guest House at Graceland, a new 450 room luxury hotel adjacent to the Elvis Presley mansion. The hotel is operated by DreamCatcher Hotels http://www.dreamcatcherhotels.com/ The project which has taken 15 years of study is built on the grounds of the former Heartbreak Hotel. Graceland welcomes over 600,000 visitors per year and the design of the property takes cues from the rich catalog of Elvis’s life as a performer, entertainer, his music, stage & film and not forgetting his time as a soldier and family man. Melanie emphasizes the notion that visitors to Graceland are aware of Presley the entertainer but the design facets have given equal attention to the appreciation of smaller details. The overall architectural design is founded upon Southern Hospitality but listeners and visitors to the property alike find a contemporary, modern and tasteful aesthetic which has taken a deliberately non themed approach. Instead, subtle references are incorporated into the design which were guided by Priscilla Presley with whom Melanie worked to an intricate level of detailing. There are classic points of inspiration that will not be lost on any admirer of Elvis, Americana and pop culture, such as the bank of TV’s, The Jungle Room, color palette accents of hot pink and the mid-century modern décor of Elvis’s Palm Springs home. Even shag carpet makes a small but deliberate appearance! Glenn digs deep into the scale of the task of designing a property with the legacy of one of the most iconic figures of the 20th century. Manufacturer and supplier participation were key with the added complexity of around 80% of all furniture and finishes being custom. Melanie adds the point that the review for scale and proportion of each piece added new layers of approvals and the engagement of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Priscilla and CEO Joel Weinshanker. It might be surprising to learn that there is not a single image of Elvis on the property. The artwork is cleverly inspired with “sneak peaks” – the firm having been given complete access to the catalog of curated archives. When pushed for his favorite part of the design, Mark chooses the central lobby and it’s ceiling, Melanie is most proud of the suites. The project is brimming with Presley’s style but has a thoughtful 21st Century twist. Enjoy this edition of the podcast, what a daunting challenge to undertake a project of this scale and execute such a successful delivery – the hotel was awarded a Four Diamond rating by AAA just 11 days after opening. Well done indeed to the participants. It is worth remembering that the US has had 45 Presidents but only one King! Porcelanosa would also like to thank Lina Goldberg and Dana Ramsey. Visit HBG Design Industry Partners: Porcelanosa: www.porcelanosa-usa.com NEWH: http://newh.org/    

From my guest on the show to listener request - Robert's name is constantly mentioned as a suggested feature. After this interview it was clear to me why so many Mississippians wanted to hear from him. Not only is he an accomplish restauranteur, but he's founded an amazing non-profit and somehow finds time to write a column each week in over 20 publications. I trust you guys will enjoy this interview with Robert St.John expanded bio: Robert St. John is a restaurateur, chef, columnist, and author. Robert St. John has spent almost four decades in the restaurant business. Thirty of those years have been as the owner of the Purple Parrot, Crescent City Grill, Mahogany Bar, Branch, Tabella, and Ed’s Burger Joint in Hattiesburg, MS. For 20 years he has written a weekly syndicated newspaper column.   St. John was just named a part of the 2017 ‘Mississippi Top Fifty’ by Y’all Politics and Supertalk Mississippi.  St. John has been named the state’s top chef three consecutive years and was honored as Mississippi Restaurateur of the Year.    His restaurant— The Purple Parrot Café— has been named the best fine dining restaurant in Mississippi and just received its sixth Four-Diamond rating from the AAA Travel Guide. Additionally, in 2011, AAA named Purple Parrot Café the second-best fine-dining restaurant in the South (just behind Commander’s Palace). Tabella has been voted “Best Italian” in Mississippi, Crescent City Grill has been voted one of “Mississippi’s Top Ten” restaurants, and the Mahogany Bar has been voted among the “Top 100 Beer Bars in America” for the past three consecutive years. St. John is the author of ten books, including three previous collaborations with watercolorist Wyatt Waters. His 11th book, A Mississippi Palate, another collaboration with Waters was released November 1st. Their book, An Italian Palate, was written in Europe while St. John, his wife, and his two children traveled through 17 countries on two continents for six months. He and Waters lead group tours to Italy twice a year. St. John is the creator, producer, and host of the Public Broadcasting series Palate to Palette with Robert St. John and Wyatt Waters which begins airing on October 12th. St. John has been featured in USA TODAY and appeared on The Food Network, The Travel Channel, National Public Radio, Martha Stewart Living, and the Turner South network, among others. In 2009, St. John founded Extra Table, a non-profit organization that purchases healthy foods and provides them to soup kitchens and mission pantries throughout Mississippi.

Plan your Wine Country Getaway Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country, the luxurious Four Diamond rated Santa Ynez Inn delivers a unique hotel experience with sophisticated grace and warm hospitality. Enjoy made-to-order full gourmet breakfast, tastings at over 20 local wineries, evening wine hour, and late tea & cookies during your stay! We also proudly offer a Tesla charging station on property. Introducing our Best Rate Guarantee! You can now book direct and have the peace of mind that you're getting the best rate available. If you find a better rate somewhere else, we'll match the lower rate and give you a complimentary bottle of wine - to celebrate with, of course! http://www.santaynezinn.com/en-us