Questex's Vibe Conference Announces 2025 Vibe Vista Award Winners
Tim McLucas, Market Leader, Hospitality Group at Questex, commented, 'Congratulations to the 2025 Vibe Vista Awards winners! Competition was particularly strong this year, and we are proud of the venues that have risen to the top with innovative programs and contributions to the industry.'
The Vibe Vista Award winners include:
Best Overall: Cruise Line: Princess Cruises
Best Overall: Hotel: Marriott International
Best Overall: Multi-Unit Chain Restaurant: Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Best Spirits Program: Delta Sky Club
Best Wine Program: Seasons 52
Best Beer Program: BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Best Adult Alcohol-Free Beverage Program: Hyatt Lifestyle
Best Beverage Limited Time Offer: Delaware North
Best Beverage Menu: Marella Cruises & The Apollo Group
Best Overhaul of Beverage Program: Hyatt Hotels
The Vibe Vista Awards entries were evaluated on the basis of positive beverage sales initiatives, operational innovations, and training and service programs that uphold high-quality standards.The distinguished panel of judges included:
Brian Warrener – Judging Chair, Associate Professor & Director of the Center for Beverage Education & Innovation, Johnson & Wales University
Michael Sabitoni – Associate Professor & Dept. Chair, Food & Beverage + Travel & Tourism Studies, Johnson & Wales University
Dale J. Venturini – Former President & CEO, RI Hospitality Association
Brian Van Gyzen – Associate Professor, Johnson & Wales University
To learn more about Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com. Stay connected with Vibe Conference and industry news at https://www.barandrestaurant.com/chains.
About Vibe ConferenceVibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. This top on-premise conference is held annually and delivers high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2026 conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA February 23-25, 2026.
About QuestexQuestex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.
Media ContactMichelle Osborne Vibe Conferencemosborne@questex.comSign in to access your portfolio
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