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Globe and Mail
23-06-2025
- Globe and Mail
Port Orange: A Hidden Outdoor Escape in Central Florida
Visitors to the New Smyrna Beach Area who are seeking a place to explore that's close to everything, yet away from the hubbub, should look no further than Port Orange. Just minutes from the area's big attractions, the town is also home to many natural spaces, dining options, and family-friendly activities that are sure to keep everyone happy. A Home Away from Home Visitors to Port Orange will find a variety of lodging options. The Country Inn & Suites by Radisson features an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. And for guests traveling with their four-footed companions, pets are welcome at this hotel. The complimentary breakfast includes the hotel chain's famous waffles. Also in Port Orange is the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham, with its nicely appointed rooms, indoor pool, and free continental breakfast. For travelers looking for more rustic accommodations, the town is home to several campgrounds. Nova Family Campground sits on 20 acres, close to the city center, yet is worlds away from city life. Campers will find tent sites, fully serviced RV sites, and furnished cabins here. Another option is Daytona's Endless Summer Campground, which also offers full hook-ups for RVs, an outdoor pool and playground, and basic tent sites, as well as cabins and lodges for a complete glamping experience. A Taste of Port Orange: Where to Eat and Drink Dining options in Port Orange run from quick snacks to casual pub grub to fine dining. For a bit of nourishment on the go, Taqueria Juanita serves up delicious tamales, tacos, burritos, and other Mexican fare. Nestled in the dunes between the ocean and the Halifax River, Dunes Brewing pours house-brewed beers and offers bar snacks, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring Port Orange. Diners can build their own bowls to order at Filo, depending on whether they're craving a hearty dish with rice, steak, and veggies or just a light meal of salad with falafel. Make sure to save room for one of their Mediterranean desserts! Mulligan's Grille is a family-friendly sports bar, with games for all ages and a wide-ranging food and drinks menu. Shopping, Entertainment, and Local Markets Shoppers and outdoor enthusiasts will both find plenty to do and see in Port Orange. For those seeking clothing and home goods, entertainment, and dining, the Pavilion at Port Orange is the spot. Visitors can catch the latest Hollywood blockbusters at the 14-screen Regal Cinemas, take a break with a stroll along the walking trail, or stop by the covered play area. Every Saturday, the Port Orange Farmers Market brings fresh produce, crafts, prepared foods, and live entertainment to the Pavilion. Explore the Outdoors: Parks, Gardens, and Trails Those itching to get outdoors and enjoy the area's famous sunshine will find several parks in town. The 23-acre Spruce Creek Park is crisscrossed by several miles of natural trails, which are open to walking and biking. Visitors can also stroll along the 536-foot boardwalk and the 15-foot observation tower, which provides views across the marshes. The park also features picnic facilities, a playground, and a canoe launch for those who want to explore by water. Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens offers 10 acres of lush botanical gardens and historic ruins to explore. Once a 19th-century sugar plantation, the site has evolved over time—from a working mill destroyed during the Second Seminole War to an amusement park, and now a peaceful garden maintained by the Botanical Gardens of Volusia. Visitors can stroll through themed gardens, including a children's garden, spot life-sized dinosaur sculptures, and discover unique features like a sundial and a Florida-shaped herb garden. Riverwalk Park is another great spot for all ages. The park is split into two sections: the north end includes a paddling launch, boardwalk, fishing piers, and paddle rentals at the concession stand. On the south side, a splash pad, playground, picnic pavilions, and event stage offer plenty of space to play and relax. A scenic quarter-mile path connects both areas, featuring a QR Fit Trail with rotating full-body exercises for every fitness level. The park is also host to numerous community events throughout the year, such as Spring Brew & Food Fest and Shop-A-Palooza Craft & Vendor show. Port Orange is the perfect location for a family getaway. It's close to all the attractions in the New Smyrna Beach Area, yet still maintains a tranquil, natural environment in which to get away from it all. For more information: Please visit Follow or @visitnewsmyrnabeach on Instagram for the latest news. Media Contact Company Name: Visit New Smyrna Beach Area Contact Person: Aline Gill Email: Send Email Country: United States Website:
Hospitality Net
07-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Choice Hotels International Concludes its 69th Annual Convention, Powering the Future of Franchise Ownership
Last week, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), concluded its 69th Annual Convention. Over the course of three days, Choice Hotels showcased how its growth, strategic investments, and innovation-first mindset continue to power the future of franchise ownership by helping to drive revenue, reduce costs, and provide state-of-the-art tools for its hotel owners. During the convention, the company announced the piloting of signature breakfast items for its Comfort and Country Inn & Suites brands. Choice also celebrated reaching the Ascend Collection's milestone of over 400 open properties worldwide by unveiling a new logo that honors its pioneering legacy as the first soft brand and its commitment to unique, personalized guest experiences. Hotel owners also learned about Choice Hotels' ambitious ongoing investments to develop and implement cutting-edge capabilities. These initiatives include empowering franchisees to manage rates more flexibly, driving occupancy from small-to-mid-sized companies through a self-service travel management platform, enhancing AI-ready digital marketing to attract and retain guests, and introducing an AI-infused group travel system to optimize opportunities and respond to requests for proposals. The driving force of Choice Hotels' growth – what is truly Powering the Future – is a relentless focus on enhancing hotel performance by helping them drive revenue up, operating costs down and making running hotels easier through our best-in-class technology tools and systems. President and CEO Patrick Pacious In addition to talking about the key areas Choice Hotels is investing in the growth and performance of hotels across its system, the franchisor also awarded and celebrated top-performing hotels. Premier Award Winners The Premier Legacy Award recognizes phenomenal and longstanding Choice hotel owners who have built a true legacy with the company. The Premier Developer Award goes to Choice hotel owners who have demonstrated an incredible commitment to development with Choice Hotels. Gary and David Burton of the Burton Hotel Group (Premier Legacy Award) : Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Gary and his son David opened their first hotel in 2007 and have since opened a half-dozen properties with Choice, including the Platinum Award-winning Sleep Inn & Suites in South Tyler, Texas. David served as Chair of the Choice Hotels Owners Council (CHOC) from 2022 to 2023. : Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Gary and his son David opened their first hotel in 2007 and have since opened a half-dozen properties with Choice, including the Platinum Award-winning Sleep Inn & Suites in South Tyler, Texas. David served as Chair of the Choice Hotels Owners Council (CHOC) from 2022 to 2023. Jay Patel, Devesh Patel, Vince Patel and Nash Desai of Athena Hospitality Group (Premier Developer Award): Based in Florence, Kentucky, Athena Hospitality Group has developed Choice hotels across core, extended stay and upscale brands, including the Cambria at Nashville Airport — the only Cambria with a swimming pool shaped like a guitar. Athena was recently awarded agreements for nine WoodSpring Suites, including one that's now under construction in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Lifetime Achievement Award Toshio Muraki, Founder, Choice Hotels Japan: Last year, the Choice Hotels International family lost an esteemed member, the founder of Choice Hotels Japan and Greens Company Limited, Toshio Muraki. Over more than half a century in hospitality — starting with the opening of the Shin Yokkaichi Hotel in 1957 — Muraki built an incredible legacy of growth and partnership. In 2024, Choice Hotels Japan grew to nearly 100 hotels, including the addition of 22 Comfort properties. In recognition of his achievements and collaboration, Choice bestowed Muraki with a Lifetime Achievement Award, which his son and current President and Director of Choice Hotels Japan, Takeya Muraki, accepted on his behalf. Best of Choice Winners Every year, the best U.S. hotel from each brand and the best international properties are selected for Best of Choice Awards. Demonstrating a commitment to superior guest service and operational excellence, these hotels represent the very best Choice Hotels has to offer from across its wide-ranging portfolio of brands. Subscribe to receive Choice Hotels news updates via email here. About Choice Hotels® Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. The one to watch in upscale and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has nearly 7,500 hotels, representing more than 630,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that range from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® rewards program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit Forward-Looking Statements This communication includes "forward-looking statements" about future events, including anticipated development and hotel openings. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including construction delays, availability and cost of financing and the other "Risk Factors" described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, any of which could cause actual results to be materially different from our expectations. Addendum This is not an offering. No offer or sale of a franchise will be made except by a Franchise Disclosure Document first filed and registered with applicable state authorities. A copy of the Franchise Disclosure Document can be obtained through contacting Choice Hotels International at 915 Meeting Street, Suite 600, North Bethesda, Maryland 20852 or by email at: [email protected]. © 2024 Choice Hotels International, Inc. All Rights Reserved SOURCE Choice Hotels International, Inc.
