Hard Rock International, Seminole Gaming, Royal Caribbean International, and Celebrity Cruises are joining forces in a global partnership deal that will let travelers take advantage of perks and discounts across all four of the powerhouse brands.As part of the massive deal, millions of customers who are members of each brands’ loyalty and casino rewards programs will now have access to “reciprocal benefits.” The loyalty programs include Unity by Hard Rock, Royal Caribbean’s Club Royale, and Celebrity Cruises’ Blue Chip Club. Moving forward, members of all of the programs will earn reciprocal benefits anytime they play, stay, dine, or shop at participating Hard Rock locations or sail on any Royal Caribbean or Celebrity ships.“We see this as a marriage made in heaven,” Jeff Hook, executive vice president and chief marketing officer of Seminole Hard Rock Support Services, told TravelPulse during a recent interview."If you’re customer of Hard Rock, now you don’t just have benefits with Hard Rock, you also have benefits with Royal Caribbean and Celebrity. And conversely if you're a Royal Caribbean or Celebrity member, you now have benefits with Hard Rock.”
Michelin Announces 2024 Stars For Florida: Nine New Restaurants, 26 Total
19.04.2024 - 03:35 / forbes.com / Gwendal Poullennec
Michelin announced its 2024 stars for Florida— Miami, Orlando and Tampa— at a ceremony held at the Tampa Edition last April 18. For its third edition, 26 restaurants made the list (14 in Miami, 7 in Orlando, 5 in Tampa), with nine new entries this year.
This year’s new Michelin stars were awarded to Entrenos, Ogawa and Shingo in Miami; Camille, Natsu, Papa Llama and Victoria and Albert’s in Orlando; and Ebbe and Kōsen in Tampa.
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Miami remains on top of the list, awarded two stars for the third year in a row.
This year also saw the debut of the Michelin green star award in the Sunshine state, an award which highlights a restaurant at the forefront of sustainable practices. Kaya in Orlando, led by Filipno-American chef Lordfer Lalicon; and Krüs Kitchen/Los Felix in Miami, led by Colombia-born Sebastian Vargas, were the recipients of this award.
Thirty-three restaurants received a Bib Gourmand distinction, which recognizes great food at a great value, with four new entries this year: Tam Tam in Miami; Sushi Saint and Zaru in Orlando; and Streetlight Taco in Tampa.
In addition to the Bib Gourmand and Stars awards, the Michelin also announced four Special Awards, highlighting the skillful professionals from the industry: Gabriela Ospina of Boia De in Miami (Sommelier Award); Justin Levaughn of Otto's High Dive in Orlando (Exceptional Cocktails Award); Tam Pham of Tam Tam in Miami (Young Chef Award); and Israel Perez of Victoria and Albert’s (Service Award).
“Since the arrival of the Michelin Guide to Florida in 2022, there has been significant growth in the state’s local culinary scene, proving Florida is a leading gastronomic destination for travelers near and far,” Gwendal Poullennec, Michelin Guides International Director, said in a statement.
Here are the 2024 Michelin stars and Bib Gourmands for Florida:
Delta Air Lines to Restart Flights Between New York and Nigeria
Starting December 1, Delta Air Lines is relaunching its daily services to Lagos, Nigeria, from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City.
Clear Becomes an Enrollment Provider for TSA Pre-Check
The Transportation Security Administration announced Tuesday that travelers will now be able to enroll in its Pre-check program through Clear.
Boston’s Best Spots To Watch The 2024 Kentucky Derby
Boater or fascinator? A hat is said to bring good luck for those who are celebrating the 150th run of the Kentucky Derby, (rather than Star Wars Day) on May 4. Derby style advises that the topper dictates the rest of your wardrobe. A flamboyant hat may call for a more streamlined outfit, where a simple chapeau invites a flashy ensemble. Whatever you choose, there’s a spot in Boston to show it off. The festivities this year range from drop-in drinks to elegant soirees. Here’s a round up of top spots for watching the most exciting two minutes in sports.
Broadway’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ Star Samantha Pauly Shares Her New York Loves
Actress Samantha Pauly is starring as Jordan Baker in the hot new Broadway musical “The Great Gatsby,” based on the famous F. Scott Fitzgerald novel. The show opened April 25th.
Michelin Just Released Its First-Ever Hotel Ratings Guide. See Which U.S. Hotels Made The Cut
If you’re a traveler or a foodie, you have probably heard of the Michelin Star rating system given to restaurants.
Michelin Awards 124 U.S. Luxury Hotels New Key Ratings
Michelin announced its top picks for U.S. hotels Wednesday, using its new hotel “key” system. Only a small number of hotels across seven cities made the cut.
The Best New Restaurants in the World: 2024 Hot List
It’s inevitable: Every spring when we pull together the Hot List, our annual collection of the world’s best new hotels, restaurants, and cruise ships, a staffer remarks that this latest iteration has got to be the best one ever. After a year’s worth of traveling the globe—to stay the night at a converted farmhouse in the middle of an olive grove outside Marrakech, or sail aboard a beloved cruise line’s inaugural Antarctic voyage—it’s easy to see why we get attached. But this year’s Hot List, our 28th edition, might really be the best one ever. It’s certainly our most diverse, featuring not only a hotel suite that was once Winston Churchill’s office, but also the world’s largest cruise ship and restaurants from Cape Town to Bali. We were surprised and inspired by this year’s honorees, and we know you will be too. These are the Hot List's restaurant winners for 2024.
Atlanta Tourism Chief Talks World Cup, Deal With Michelin
FIFA World Cup fans are going to need a home base as they follow their favorite teams across North America in 2026. A top contender is Atlanta, said Discover Atlanta CEO and President William Pate, who sits on the city’s hosting committee.
Taylor Swift’s New Song Lyrics Are Already Impacting Florida Tourism
The small beachside city of Destin, Florida, suddenly finds itself a center of worldwide attention, thanks to its inclusion in the lyrics of one of Taylor Swift’s newest songs, “Florida!!!” on her “Tortured Poets Department” album that dropped on April 19.
California Bill Aims to Ban Clear at Airports in the State — Here’s Why
A new bill in California is attempting to ban the biometric security company Clear in the state over protests it creates an unfair advantage for travelers who can afford the service.
California bill calls for crackdown on Clear at state's airports
Could a crackdown on Clear be brewing in the nation's most populous state?