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This roundup features the latest management contract signings in the US hospitality industry. Rooms: 155Location: Wichita, KansasManagement company: Dream Hotel GroupOwner: EPC real estate groupContract date: June 21, 2022Takeaway: The…

A POPULAR US beach has been named the shark capital of the world and has already been hit by three brutal attacks this year. New Smyrna Beach, Florida won the title after a series of terrifying encounters with the dangerous predators in…

RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. — Nearly 48 million Americans spent this holiday weekend away from home.Most decided to face the high gas prices and drive to their destination. However, those who stayed home still faced an expensive weekend,…

The Fourth of July holiday weekend started in full swing with airport crowds crushing numbers seen in 2019, before the pandemic.Travelers across the United States experienced hundreds of canceled flights and a few thousand delays on Friday,…

Airlines that have stumbled over the past two holidays face their biggest test yet of whether they can handle large crowds when Fourth of July travelers swarm the country's airports this weekend. Problems emerged well before the weekend,…

ROME - Director Paul Haggis was being held in a hotel room in southern Italy on Monday pending a court hearing as prosecutors continue their investigation into a woman's allegations that he had sex. sex with her without her consent for two…

Miami-based Key International, a global real estate development and investment firm, has purchased the Best Western New Smyrna Beach Hotel & Suites for $18.7 million. Additionally, the Dothan, Alabama-based hotel management!--Truncation>…

DeLAND, Florida. - A DeLand-area man was killed in an apparent explosion early Monday at an outdoor graduation party with a bonfire, deputies said.The Volusia County Sheriff's Office said Michael D. Riedinger, 51, died around 4 a.m. at a…

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida. – New Smyrna Beach closed ramps to the beach Monday shortly before noon amid large crowds.Daytona Beach also had constant crowds, keeping businesses, law enforcement, and beach security busy.Denise Stevenson said it…

Thousands of people pass through Orlando airport for a holiday weekend The busy Memorial Day travel weekend is underway as more than 60,000 passengers were expected to pass through Orlando International Airport on Sunday. Orlando,…

article TALLAHASSEE, Florida. - With a sales tax “holiday” beginning this weekend, Floridians can save a few dollars on pet supplies while stocking up on other necessities for the upcoming hurricane season. The state's two-week disaster…

Malabar, Florida. --Four teens between the ages of 15 and 18 were injured Saturday night after an altercation between two people at a party in Malabar led to gunfire, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.MPs responded to a…

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida. – Memorial Day weekend is considered by some to be the unofficial start of summer and, not coincidentally, the perfect time to get back in the water. Unfortunately, according to conservationists and wildlife…

Busiest travel day of Memorial Day weekend at Orlando International Airport If you are flying to your vacation destination, the airports will also be crowded on Fridays. ORLANDO, Florida. - If your plans include flying out of town for…

LOS ANGELES — To drive or not to drive? This Memorial Day weekend, with soaring gas prices redefining pain at the pump, that is the question for many Americans as a new surge of COVID-19 also sweeps across the country. .For Marvin Harper…

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida's two-week disaster preparedness tax holiday will begin on Saturday, May 28. For the first time, buyers this year will be able to avoid paying sales tax on many types of pet supplies. The holiday was part of a…

A large donation to Britain's Conservative Party has reportedly come under scrutiny due to suspicions it was funneled through a Russian bank account. The New York Times reports that the $630,225 donation was made in the name of a wealthy…

Leaked Supreme Court decision on abortion: New developments The fallout from the published leak of a draft Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights continues, with protests taking place across the country. In response to security…

Jewelry salesman robbed outside Florida hotel, police say Belle Isle police say a jewelry salesman and his girlfriend were targeted outside a Florida hotel in broad daylight in April. BELLE ISLE, Florida. - Belle Isle police say a jewelry…

More than 422,000 visitors vacationed in New Smyrna Beach, Florida in 2021. "The New Smyrna Beach Area Visitors Bureau is planning for a future that will…

National Travel and Tourism Week 2022 (May 1-7) highlights the collective strength of the travel industry in the United StatesNEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB) May 03, 2022 National Travel & Tourism Week (NTTW), the annual celebration…

Video: Large crowds expected at Volusia County beaches over holiday weekend Thousands are expected to head to the Volusia County coast and enjoy an Easter weekend on the beach. (WFTV)VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — Volusia County lifeguards are…

Click to enlarge A triumvirate of E. Pine St. bars lost their appeal in a case demanding payment from Orange County for funds lost during COVID-19 shutdowns.The owning group behind The Attic, The Basement and The Treehouse…

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The rising gas prices everyone is experiencing could impact summer travel plans. Whether you drive or fly, finding relief from rising costs won't be easy.Travel agent Laura Reece, owner of Reece Worldwide Travel,…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. – A New Smyrna Beach couple claimed a vacation club promised a free plane ticket, then failed to deliver, and they were billed thousands of dollars more than they they thought they had to pay.Cameron Setters said it…

Sean Mooney Daytona Beach, Florida - Someone announces "Closing Time" by the Semisonics, bars in Daytona will close an hour earlier starting in June. This follows a very close 4-3 vote at the…

COCOA BEACH, Florida. – A six-story hotel with parking and swimming pools could dramatically change the look of the Cocoa Beach pier.Change it the wrong way, if you ask Ron Henrickson who stays in a condo next to the pier.Owner Westgate…

DAYTONA BEACH - In three months, Daytona Beach's 3 a.m. bar closing time will push back an hour to 2 a.m.It's an idea that city commissioners have been discussing for more than a decade, but the growing late-night noise, fights, trash and…

DALLAS - Freezing rain and drizzle are disrupting travel from central Texas to the Great Lakes, with icy roads leading to hundreds of traffic accidents, including one in Kentucky that killed a toddler.Hundreds of flights were canceled…

CANBERRA - International tourists and business travelers began arriving in Australia with few restrictions on Monday, bringing families together in tearful reunions after separations of two or more years forced by some of the most draconian…

ORLANDO, Florida. – Let me paint a picture you can feel – a high counter, a stack of white boxes, a massive metal oven. Slowly, a man in a white shirt and red apron lowers a door, steam billowing out. Using a wooden spatula, he reaches…

Maitland hotel workers are here legally FOX 35 is investigating after receiving multiple calls and emails claiming busloads of illegal immigrants were dropped off at an extended-stay hotel in Maitland. It appears that the people…

BREVARD COUNTY, Florida. - A woman who was already wanted for felony child neglect now faces additional charges after deputies say she found a child locked in a hotel closet wearing a dirty diaper.According to the Brevard County Sheriff's…

Hyatt today announced plans to accelerate brand growth in the Americas region with a strong pipeline of hotel openings scheduled through 2023. Fueled by growing leisure travel demand, 45 hotels expected to join Hyatt's portfolio of brands,…

DUBAI - UAE authorities have released new information on entry requirements to the capital, saying that unlike residents and citizens, vaccinated tourists do not need to show proof of a booster to enter. Abu Dhabi. The tourism-specific…

SANFORD, Fla. — The city of Sanford is about to have a hotel in the historic downtown area.Last week, the city opened the new Fulton Park development, which will eventually include a 50-room boutique hotel called First Street Station. The…

Daytona Beach is the perfect place for a family vacation in Volusia County, Florida. With 23 miles of sand, it's no wonder it's dubbed "the most famous beach in the world." Daytona Beach, located on a barrier island, has the…

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By SERA KING / Headline Surfer ORLANDO, Fla. -- It is to celebrate the life and death of Dr. Martin Lurther King, Jr. on this Truly American holiday weekend and Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and city dignitaries hope that you will be part of the…

Customers enjoy the harbor view at Mama Foo Foo, June 18, 2021.DAYTONA BEACH - Volusia County is known for offering locals and visitors alike a large and diverse restaurant scene with spots along its coastal communities for those looking to…

They say that in the southeastern United States, whether your soul is headed for heaven or hell, it will have to change planes in Charlotte or Atlanta. So goes the notoriety of the commercial aviation hub-and-spoke system. Regional…

BY HENRY FREDERICK / Headline Surfer ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orange County Sheriff's Office tweeted shocking news: comedian Bob Saget has died at age 65. "Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call…

Click to enlarge Photo by Bob Saget Bob saget One of America's most memorable sitcom fathers, Bob Saget, was found dead in an Orlando hotel room on Sunday, authorities said. Orange County Sheriff's Office says…

Comedian-actor Bob Saget found dead in Orlando hotel room, deputies say "Full House" star Bob Saget was found dead in an Orlando hotel room on Sunday, deputies said. ORLANDO, Florida. - The Orange County Sheriff's Office confirmed the…

photo by Brian Friedman Bob Saget One of the American sitcom's most memorable father figures, Bob Saget, was found dead in an Orlando hotel room on Sunday, authorities said.Orange County Sheriff's Office says Saget was…

With schools closed for the holidays and now due to the snow storm, Polytech…

Family's trip to Florida becomes a travel nightmare A family visiting Orlando had their flight canceled twice, so they decided to rent a car and drive home. To make matters worse, they found themselves caught on Interstate 95 in a…

• Europe keeps pumping, fun surf for the Caribbean• US East and West Coasts remain lackluster, fun surf for Hawaii's North Shores• Australia's Gold Coast monitors cyclone development and strong waves Unless you have a connection out of the…

ORLANDO, Florida. – This weekend, thousands of flights across the United States remained grounded.More than 2,000 flights were canceled Sunday in the United States, according to FlightAware, including nearly 50 to and from Orlando…

Busiest travel day this week at Orlando International Airport It's a mad dash across the country because Christmas is only two days away. ORLANDO, Florida. - It's a frantic race across the country as Christmas is only two days away -…

With predominantly sunny sky forecast Throughout the holiday weekend and temperatures are expected to reach the mid-70s on Christmas Day, Volusia County beach officials are bracing for large crowds and will open additional ramps to…

Video Highlights: Seaford descends Tower HillTower Hill beat Seaford by 31 points in last year's quarterfinals, but the Blue Jays got their revenge on Friday with a 69-55 home win.Brad Myers, Delaware NewspaperSkip the visions of sugar…

Todd Blanchard, CEO of Bass Pro Shops, gives a preview of Black FridayTodd Blanchard, Managing Director of Bass Pro Shops at One Daytona, provides an overview of Black Friday and holiday shopping.Jim Abbott, The Daytona Beach…

Palm Beach Symphony returns to CBS 12 News and CW34 for the second year in a row with an all-new Sounds of the Season holiday theme in December with airings that include the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve shows. Musical…

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REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. – If you're planning to send a gift to a loved one in time for Christmas Day, time is running out. Wednesday the 15th was the last day major carriers like UPS and FedEx would accept ground packages…

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida. – The EPCOT International Holiday Festival is in full swing at Walt Disney World.Customers can experience a number of delicious holiday cuisines, shop for the perfect gift, and enjoy the EPCOT Candlelight…

If you are not in the Christmas mind, don't panic. There is still time to let yourself be carried away by the magic of the season at one of the many Christmas-themed events taking place this weekend in Volusia and Flagler counties.From…

The post-holiday outbreak of Covid-19 continues, with the number of cases and hospitalizations moving to levels seen a year ago. Christiana Care announced on Wednesday that she was postponing some elective!-->…

MIAMI BEACH, Florida. - Legendary rocker Lenny Kravitz gave a private performance Friday to a star-studded crowd that included Leonardo DiCaprio and local Latin boy band CNCO during Miami Art Week.The lavish party is an annual affair hosted…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL. - New Smyrna Beach Police are asking residents to be on the lookout for a "porch pirate" who has stolen a package and Christmas decorations from a house.According to New Smyrna Beach Police, a Ring Camera captured the…

It's that time of year again. Here are some choices for you and your family to participate in holiday theater. Please visit each theater's website and/or call the box office for COVID-19 protocols (some theaters require proof of vax).…

item FILE - Priority Mail packages wait to be shipped at the Indianapolis Mail Processing Annex on Dec. 15, 2014, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Aaron P. Bernstein/Getty Images) The United States Postal Service has announced…

ORLANDO, Fla. — As families in central Florida, as well as across the country, come together today to celebrate Thanksgiving, coronavirus cases continue to rise in several states. Although the number of cases remains lower than Turkey Day…

Best Thing About Thanksgiving Holidays weekend is the holiday weekend part. Four days, doubling the surf time for all of us. The second best thing about Thanksgiving weekend? There always seem to be waves around this time. And it is…

Photo for Headline Surfer/Council Member Gary Smith is recognized by Mayor Lois A. Paritsky for her 10 years of service as mayor until she assumed the leadership position Friday in a reorganization of city council. Smith is now vice-mayor…

It's season at the Miami-Dade County Auditorium (MDCA) as South Florida's favorite vacation shows return to the stage to delight audiences starting in December.I? ), a fun event for the whole family. The following week, MDCA hosts the…

click on the picture Photo courtesy of Morse Museum/Facebook Christmas in the park, the days of yesteryear The good news is that Christmas in the Park and a veritable boatload of festive events in Winter Park are…

Thanksgiving meal purchases are in effect this week, and a grocery store is limiting the number of certain items you can buy as the United States continues to grapple with supply chain issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 19.Publix shoppers…

Air travel for Thanksgiving is expected to return to pre-pandemic figures after a significant drop in 2020 due to the coronavirus, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).TSA administrator David Pekoske told ABC's…

How US international travel rules are changing More than a year and a half after COVID-19 concerns prompted the United States to close its borders to international travelers, restrictions are shifting to focus on vaccination status…

With the travel ban lifted, international buyers could make the South Florida real estate market even hotter South Florida real estate agents are bracing for a surge of international buyers to flood the South Florida housing…

"These are two girls who love Taylor Swift and are really good friends," says Courtney Gibson of Le Petite Fête, "and just want to drink White Claw and sing along with…

ORLANDO, Florida. – The United States will lift its ban on international travelers starting November 8, and it seems people around the world are eager to return to American tourist destinations.The Biden administration announcement is a big…

BAY LAKE, Florida. – Walt Disney World this week shared the first details on some of the delicious food and drinks coming this holiday season.Starting next month, guests will be able to enjoy festive food and drink at each of the four theme…

Tyler Bowling scoured New Smyrna Beach cove this summer in search of black tip sharks, Carcharhinus limbatus, hoping to label them with acoustic monitors for further study. PHOTO COURTESY OF TYLER BOWLING Courtesy of Florida…

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ORLANDO, Florida - As Halloween approaches, what does a Haunted Alley sound like?The Orlando Boardwalk Bowl offers just that in order to "cheer you up."Throughout the month of October, Boardwalk Bowl will host Halloween activities and…

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ORLANDO, Florida - The opening date of Disney's all-new interactive Star Wars hotel experience is not so "far, very far".The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel will be open to guests from March 1, 2022, for a two-night stay, Disney…

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GRAPHIC COURTESY CITY OF DELAND UN CONCEPT - This concept sketch for the Putnam Hotel redevelopment was presented on September 2 by a representative of Axia Partners on the DeLand Historic Preservation Board. Axia Partners…

Share the article Last update 1 week agoFlorida is America's vacation paradise. After seeing and enjoying all of the popular Sunshine State sights, take some time to explore unusual places and things. These unique and…

Editor, Lighthouse: I was disappointed with the Volusia County Council's vote in May 2021 to impose a minimum rental period of 30 days. I read a recent newspaper article indicating that many business owners were…

BENTONVILLE, Ark. - Walmart Inc. on Wednesday confirmed plans to hire 20,000 supply chain workers to help move merchandise ahead of an expected increase in holiday shopping.>> Read more trending newsPositions available range from…

ORLANDO, Florida - The recent increase in COVID-19 cases is impacting some local agencies who depend on tourists for their livelihood. What would you like to know Travel agencies say current rise in COVID-19 cases is hurting their…

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The Delaware Department of Justice's Civil Rights and Public Trust (DCRPT) division secured two misdemeanor convictions against a former Connections employee, who at the time was the medical contractor for the Department of Correction…

BAY LAKE, Florida - Not every attraction in Walt Disney World - or any theme park - is meant to be a headliner that draws people from all over the world.But for 50 years, one of the most charming of these little rides has added kinetics…

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Pets get the royal treatment at all Kimpton hotels, including Atlanta's new Kimpton SylvanPhotograph by Wedig + LaxtonHotelsFour SeasonsFor a cleaning fee of $ 100, dogs 35 pounds and under and cats are welcome at this luxurious Midtown…

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It doesn't matter what time of year or what's going on in the world - there are some beaches that are just right always invaded. Yes, a lot of them are popular for a reason: the weather, the ease of access, the proximity to shops and…

Restrictions imposed during most of the summerFILE - In this file photo from March 16, 2020, vehicles enter the Detroit-Windsor tunnel in Detroit on their way to Canada. The Canada Border Services Agency has rejected a creative plan by…

For sports journalists, being sent to cover the Olympics is the kind of dream assignment that drives them to choose their career in the first place. But the trip to Tokyo instantly descended into boring chaos for a group of journalists…

Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee 2021-07-18 15:09:35 - East Nashville, TN (WTVF) - Smallness helps highlight new hotels in East Nashville. Ironwood Grove at the Tiny House Hotel is celebrating its soft launch this month at Riverside Drive…

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Reading time: 2 minutesPhiladelphia International Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) to receive approximately $ 115.18 million in American Rescue Plan Act relief funds, a $ 1.9 trillion stimulus!-->…

Looking for something to do this Independence Day weekend? We've got a list of some of the finest events in the Orlando area just for you. Red, White and Brasserie Weekend 7:00 p.m.Howl at the moon Orlando, 8815 International…

Laurie Hahn | Daytona Beach News-Journal USA TODAY NETWORKCelebrating the July 4th holiday a day earlier, the Red, White and Blue Street Party and Tropical Drink Pub Crawl on July 3rd promises to be a big party.Taking place from 6 p.m.…

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Punk isn't dead, and neither are you. Two decades later and a horrific global pandemic later, the Wyoming Teenage Bottlerocket punks hit the road with their "Safety First, Party…

Iraklia. Credit: Porouclas - Personal work, CC BY-SA 4.0By Cliff BlaylockHolidays in the Greek Islands can be so different. It could be an adventure, a beach vacation, time travel to an ancient world, or a weeklong party, but it's…

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The summer vacation season is underway without a key element this year: crowded flights between the United States and London due to COVID-related travel restrictions.Airlines and airport executives on both sides of the Atlantic say lifting…

KENDALL, Florida - Miami-Dade Police are investigating a mass shooting in Kendall on Sunday morning after a graduation party. Three people were killed in the incident: two men and a lady. Three men and three women were among the…

Ask the doctors: experts answer questions about vaccines The president released a question-and-answer video on May 15 that showed experts answering common questions of ordinary Americans. (Source: White House via Storyful)…