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17-02-2025
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Monmouth County hotel recognized in Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards
Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards is out and this year only one hotel from New Jersey made the cut. The report features top luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises worldwide in a global rating system that distingishes these establishments in three catergories such as five star, four star and recommended. The 67th annual list spans more than 2,100 properties in 90 countries. It features 336 five-star, 645 four-star and 567 recommended hotels, the report stated. "Forbes Travel Guide's Star Award winners exemplify excellence in hospitality," says Amanda Frasier, FTG's President of Standards & Ratings. "This year's list reflects the changing landscape of luxury with properties setting the standard for authentic experiences, unparalleled amenities, enhanced well-being and the delivery of unforgettable moments. We are thrilled to recognize their dedication to creating world-class experiences for today's discerning guest." This year, only one hotel from New Jersey was named on the list and it's in Monmouth County. Asbury Ocean Club Hotel in Asbury Park was named to the recommended list. Here's what the inspectors highlights revealed about this spot on the Shore: "The luxury hotel brings a taste of Hamptons elegance to this newly revitalized town along the Jersey Shore. Sleek, glass-walled exteriors encapsulate warm interiors (Nicholas Nixon coffee table books, plush settees and roaring fireplaces) that attract a well-heeled crowd on cozy New England nights. Asbury Ocean Club Hotel occupies a prime location, just one block from the beach and boardwalk and a stone's throw from shopping, restaurants, nightlife and music." The list also has 79 five-star, 128 four-star and 64 recommended restaurants; 124 five-star and 224 four-star spas; seven four-star and seven recommended cruise ships. Below are the key findings from the United States according to the report. These resorts in the U.S earned five-stars for 2025: Arizona: The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician and Luxury Collection Resort California: The Maybourne Beverly Hills and Olivella restaurant at Ojai Valley Inn Montana: RiverView Ranch and Spa Montage Big Sky This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Asbury Ocean Club Hotel earns Forbes Travel Guide Recommendation
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13-02-2025
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Award-winning ramen shop to close after nearly a decade in RiNo due to rising costs
DENVER (KDVR) — A popular ramen house in Denver is closing its doors after nearly a decade. The Denver Post named Osaka Ramen the best ramen in Denver in 2024, but due to rising costs, Denverites only have a couple more weeks to try the award-winning noodle soup. Yelp: These Denver restaurants among best in US for date night Osaka Ramen serves both traditional and non-traditional ramen, with a variety of broth and protein options. The menu also includes bento boxes, sides and desserts. The restaurant announced on Wednesday that it will close its doors for good in less than two weeks. 'The decision to close comes amid significant challenges facing Denver's restaurant industry, including rising ingredient costs, an evolving economic landscape, and the mandated tip credit on top of a high minimum wage,' the restaurant said in a statement provided to FOX31. Colorado restaurants, hotels and spas won Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards Osaka Ramen opened in the fall of 2015 and has been one of Denver's most popular ramen shops since. The restaurant said it is known for its creative takes on classics and Japanese small plates. 'Osaka Ramen has been a labor of love since 2015, and we're beyond grateful for every slurp, every late-night visit, and every shared meal that made this place feel like home,' The restaurant is located at 2611 Walnut St., and chef Jeff Osaka encourages locals to slurp down one more bowl before its doors close for good on Feb. 23. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
