🥐 Four Seasons Atlanta Hosts Paris Meets Lima Dinner

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🚀 Yotel Appoints Marriott Veteran as CEO

Yotel has named Phil Andreopoulos, a longtime Marriott International executive, as its new CEO to lead the company’s global expansion strategy. Andreopoulos brings two decades of experience, most recently overseeing sales, marketing, and brand growth across 78 countries as Marriott’s chief commercial officer for EMEA. He succeeds Hubert Viriot, who remains vice chairman. Yotel currently operates 23 hotels worldwide and aims to sharpen its competitive positioning in the lifestyle hotel segment. Read more.

🏷️ W New York Union Square Completes $100M Renovation

W Hotels has reopened its Union Square property in Manhattan after a $100 million, full-scale renovation. The 256-room hotel, housed in a 1911 Beaux-Arts building, now features a reimagined lobby, a vibrant culture hub, and a ballroom transformed into the Living Room Café and double-height bar. Weekly events, including live music and art activations, aim to establish the hotel as a creative destination in the heart of Union Square. Read more.

🥐 Four Seasons Atlanta Hosts Paris Meets Lima Dinner

Brasserie Margot at Four Seasons Atlanta will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a one-night collaboration dinner, Paris Meets Lima, on September 20. The event will feature acclaimed chefs Jon Novak and Arnaldo Castillo, blending French techniques with Peruvian culinary traditions in a five-course menu. Priced at $78 per person, the dinner offers a cultural and culinary experience designed to showcase Atlanta’s vibrant food scene. Read more.

✨ The Maidstone New Orleans Opens with Retro Flair

The Maidstone New Orleans has debuted as a mid-century modern boutique hotel, bringing a playful yet upscale vibe to the city. Originally opened as the Crescent Motel in 1956, the redesigned property offers 18 rooms, private cabanas, an outdoor cigar lounge, and a year-round heated saltwater pool. With its stylish design by Studio Tre, the hotel complements its sister property in East Hampton while embracing New Orleans’ lively atmosphere. Read more.

⛔ Sam’s Town Casino in Tunica to Close After 30 Years

Boyd Gaming Corp. has announced that Sam’s Town Hotel and Gaming Hall in Tunica, Mississippi, will permanently close on November 9, with hotel operations ceasing on November 2. The closure marks another setback for Tunica’s once-thriving casino market, which has faced declining demand for over two decades. Boyd cited changing market conditions despite efforts to sustain the business, and no replacement casino is planned. Read more.

🌟 Bozeman Emerges as Yellowstone Gateway Hotspot

Bozeman, Montana, is drawing attention as more than a gateway to Yellowstone National Park, offering visitors a vibrant local experience. Highlights include hiking trails near downtown, farm-fresh markets, boutique stays such as the RSVP Hotel, and standout eateries like The Coffee Pot. With fewer than 60,000 residents, the city blends small-town charm with big-city energy, making it a must-visit destination for travelers exploring the region. Read more.

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