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Indianapolis Star
a day ago
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
Charming, Regal, and Award-Winning: The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House Receives 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Bed and Breakfast in Toledo
TOLEDO, OHIO / ACCESS Newswire A treasured gem in the heart of Ohio's Glass City has just received one of the region's most prestigious accolades. The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House has been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award Winner in the Bed and Breakfast category in Toledo, recognizing its exceptional hospitality, distinctive ambiance, and unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction. With its creatively themed rooms, locally inspired artwork, and charming blend of comfort and elegance, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. More than a place to sleep, it offers a curated experience-one that blends artistic flair with regal inspiration, making every stay feel like a retreat fit for royalty. 'It's a tremendous honour to be recognized with the Consumer Choice Award,' said the management team at The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House. 'We pour our heart into every detail-from the décor and service to the guest experience-and this recognition means so much to our entire team. Our goal is always to make guests feel at home, while also giving them something truly unique.' A Unique Stay, Crafted with Personality Founded with the vision of transforming traditional hospitality into something whimsical and soul-enriching, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House set out to reimagine what a bed and breakfast could be. The result? A collection of creatively themed rooms-from literary inspirations and vintage elegance to royal motifs-that offer more than just a place to rest. Each room features hand-selected furniture, custom artwork, and personalized touches that reflect Toledo's vibrant cultural roots while transporting guests to another world. The inn's founders, who bring backgrounds in design, curation, and hospitality, have infused the space with creative energy that's both welcoming and imaginative. Amenities That Elevate the Experience While its artistic character is a major draw, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House doesn't compromise on the essentials. The inn offers a carefully curated blend of comfort and convenience that modern travellers demand: Individually themed guest rooms with premium linens Locally sourced continental breakfast options Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and in-room coffee stations Private en-suite bathrooms and eco-friendly toiletries Outdoor garden spaces and cozy common lounges Personalized check-in and concierge service for special occasions Guests often rave about the attention to detail and the sense of tranquillity the property provides. Whether visiting for a romantic weekend, a solo retreat, or a cultural exploration of Toledo, the inn has become a go-to destination for those seeking something more meaningful than a typical hotel stay. Community and Creativity at the Core What sets The Kings Throne Inn apart is its commitment to community and local culture. Much of the art throughout the property is created by Ohio-based artists, and the inn regularly collaborates with nearby cafes, theatres, and small businesses to recommend the best of Toledo to its guests. This local-first mindset not only enriches the guest experience but also reinforces the inn's identity as a deeply rooted and community-forward establishment. In an era where travellers increasingly seek authenticity, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House delivers a sense of connection-both to place and to people. From the moment guests walk through the door, they are welcomed not just as customers, but as part of the inn's ever-growing story. Award-Winning Recognition That Reflects Excellence The Consumer Choice Award is the only organization in North America to recognize business excellence through a third-party research process that is statistically supported and merit-based. Using a proprietary four-step methodology, Consumer Choice Award identifies top-ranked service providers in each industry category and geographic region. This includes analyzing online reputation, verifying presence on trusted review platforms, and conducting in-depth marketplace research. Only one winner is chosen per category, per region, making it a truly exclusive honour that reflects superior performance and brand trust. The Kings Throne Inn's selection in the Bed and Breakfast category reinforces its position as one of the most beloved and highest-rated accommodations in the region. Over the years, the inn has been lauded in travel blogs, featured in regional magazines, and consistently receives glowing reviews on platforms like Google and TripAdvisor. This latest award adds to a growing list of accolades that continue to elevate its standing among travellers and locals alike. Looking Ahead: A Royal Future in Hospitality As The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House continues to grow, the team remains committed to staying true to its roots: offering heartfelt service, artistic expression, and an atmosphere of warm, unpretentious luxury. Future plans include expanding themed experiences, hosting pop-up art installations, and introducing new collaborations with local creatives. For those planning a visit to Toledo-or even locals seeking a memorable staycation-The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House offers an experience that's anything but ordinary. It's a place where charm meets creativity, and where every guest is treated like royalty. To book a stay or learn more, CLICK HERE or visit About Consumer Choice Award: Consumer Choice Award has been recognizing and promoting business excellence in North America since 1987. Its rigorous selection process ensures that only the most outstanding service providers in each category earn this prestigious recognition. Visit to learn more. Contact Information: Sumi Saleh Communications Manager ssaleh@ SOURCE: Consumer Choice Award View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
Miami Herald
a day ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Charming, Regal, and Award-Winning: The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House Receives 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Bed and Breakfast in Toledo
TOLEDO, OHIO / ACCESS Newswire / June 9, 2025 / A treasured gem in the heart of Ohio's Glass City has just received one of the region's most prestigious accolades. The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House has been named the 2025 Consumer Choice Award Winner in the Bed and Breakfast category in Toledo, recognizing its exceptional hospitality, distinctive ambiance, and unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction. With its creatively themed rooms, locally inspired artwork, and charming blend of comfort and elegance, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. More than a place to sleep, it offers a curated experience-one that blends artistic flair with regal inspiration, making every stay feel like a retreat fit for royalty. "It's a tremendous honour to be recognized with the Consumer Choice Award," said the management team at The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House. "We pour our heart into every detail-from the décor and service to the guest experience-and this recognition means so much to our entire team. Our goal is always to make guests feel at home, while also giving them something truly unique." A Unique Stay, Crafted with Personality Founded with the vision of transforming traditional hospitality into something whimsical and soul-enriching, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House set out to reimagine what a bed and breakfast could be. The result? A collection of creatively themed rooms-from literary inspirations and vintage elegance to royal motifs-that offer more than just a place to rest. Each room features hand-selected furniture, custom artwork, and personalized touches that reflect Toledo's vibrant cultural roots while transporting guests to another world. The inn's founders, who bring backgrounds in design, curation, and hospitality, have infused the space with creative energy that's both welcoming and imaginative. Amenities That Elevate the Experience While its artistic character is a major draw, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House doesn't compromise on the essentials. The inn offers a carefully curated blend of comfort and convenience that modern travellers demand: Individually themed guest rooms with premium linensLocally sourced continental breakfast optionsComplimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and in-room coffee stationsPrivate en-suite bathrooms and eco-friendly toiletriesOutdoor garden spaces and cozy common loungesPersonalized check-in and concierge service for special occasions Guests often rave about the attention to detail and the sense of tranquillity the property provides. Whether visiting for a romantic weekend, a solo retreat, or a cultural exploration of Toledo, the inn has become a go-to destination for those seeking something more meaningful than a typical hotel stay. Community and Creativity at the Core What sets The Kings Throne Inn apart is its commitment to community and local culture. Much of the art throughout the property is created by Ohio-based artists, and the inn regularly collaborates with nearby cafes, theatres, and small businesses to recommend the best of Toledo to its guests. This local-first mindset not only enriches the guest experience but also reinforces the inn's identity as a deeply rooted and community-forward establishment. In an era where travellers increasingly seek authenticity, The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House delivers a sense of connection-both to place and to people. From the moment guests walk through the door, they are welcomed not just as customers, but as part of the inn's ever-growing story. Award-Winning Recognition That Reflects Excellence The Consumer Choice Award is the only organization in North America to recognize business excellence through a third-party research process that is statistically supported and merit-based. Using a proprietary four-step methodology, Consumer Choice Award identifies top-ranked service providers in each industry category and geographic region. This includes analyzing online reputation, verifying presence on trusted review platforms, and conducting in-depth marketplace research. Only one winner is chosen per category, per region, making it a truly exclusive honour that reflects superior performance and brand trust. The Kings Throne Inn's selection in the Bed and Breakfast category reinforces its position as one of the most beloved and highest-rated accommodations in the region. Over the years, the inn has been lauded in travel blogs, featured in regional magazines, and consistently receives glowing reviews on platforms like Google and TripAdvisor. This latest award adds to a growing list of accolades that continue to elevate its standing among travellers and locals alike. Looking Ahead: A Royal Future in Hospitality As The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House continues to grow, the team remains committed to staying true to its roots: offering heartfelt service, artistic expression, and an atmosphere of warm, unpretentious luxury. Future plans include expanding themed experiences, hosting pop-up art installations, and introducing new collaborations with local creatives. For those planning a visit to Toledo-or even locals seeking a memorable staycation-The Kings Throne Inn and Guest House offers an experience that's anything but ordinary. It's a place where charm meets creativity, and where every guest is treated like royalty. To book a stay or learn more, CLICK HERE or visit About Consumer Choice Award:Consumer Choice Award has been recognizing and promoting business excellence in North America since 1987. Its rigorous selection process ensures that only the most outstanding service providers in each category earn this prestigious recognition. Visit to learn more. Contact Information:Sumi SalehCommunications Managerssaleh@ SOURCE: Consumer Choice Award
Time of India
26-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Following ship capsize, 29 cargo containers washed ashore in Kollam
T'puram: As many as 29 cargo containers from MSC ELSA 3 were washed ashore at several places of Kollam coast on Monday. Kollam collector N Devidasan said necessary measures were taken to shift them to Kollam port using tug boats. "From the port, they will be shipped to the company after completing necessary procedures. As of now, we are concerned about moving them to the port," said Devidasan. Considering possible leakage of hazardous chemicals from the containers, police cordoned off the localities. However, the police had to seek local fishermen's help to tie the containers using ropes to the shore in the turbulent sea. The containers were washed ashore near Parimanam Temple and a hotel bar, IRE Guest House near Chavara, St John De Britto's Latin Catholic Church near Sakthikulangara and Cheriyazheekkal and Pandarathoppe near Karunagappally. Fourteen of the 29 containers were washed ashore near Sakthikulangara. Tea powder covered the surface of the sea near some containers while textiles and huge quantities of thermocol were also washed ashore. A life-rescue boat was also washed ashore along with the containers. All the containers remained open. Officials from the customs, revenue, fire force and police departments visited the spots and did necessary inspections.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Take Your Book Outside
This is an edition of the Books Briefing, our editors' weekly guide to the best in books. Sign up for it here. When I went outside to read yesterday, the first thing I noticed was the sun on my face. I welcomed it, then wondered, Do I have sunscreen? Then I asked myself if I should have used the bathroom before heading to the park. I made it to a bench and opened my book just as a bold, chittering group of sparrows swooped down from a nearby perch; I watched them jostle one another. Then I set myself to my task: I wanted to make progress on an advance copy of a new memoir, but Michelle de Kretser's Theory & Practice was also in my bag, and I had Sharon Kay Penman's When Christ and His Saints Slept loaded on my e-reader—plus I knew I had just a couple of chapters left in Adam Higginbotham's Midnight in Chernobyl. When I was a few pages into the memoir, a carpenter bee started making lazy laps around me. A leaf drifted onto my head; the light forced me to squint, then dig through my bag for my sunglasses. A cowbird joined the sparrows; the chirping competed with the hum of air-conditioning units. Chapter break: I looked up and a very happy dog was playing fetch in a park specifically marked as not a dog park, and I smiled to myself. A tiny red bug crawled across my phone; boat horns from the nearby Potomac rang out; planes soared overhead. I admired the blooming wisteria, then violently sneezed. First, here are three new stories from The Atlantic's Books section: Dear James: A riddle about reading 'Guest House,' a poem by Issa Quincy A new book challenges the Church's reputation on sex. In the midst of the chattering and barking, the heat prickling my skin and the wind blowing my hair in my face, what did I gain? Certainly not an optimized reading experience. At the office, I could dispel distractions with a quick trip to the bathroom or water-bottle station; automatic curtains would block the bright sun. But I agree with Bekah Waalkes, who wrote for The Atlantic this week that some books just make 'a case for leaving your reading nook and getting out into the world.' It's important to savor pleasant days while they're here, she notes. Outdoor reading is not always idyllic; I was up against pollen, bugs, and the looming threat of bird poop. But it can be sublime. And, in fact, the many distractions forced me to marshal my attention. I pushed myself into a unique state of focus, actively choosing each paragraph over everything that was happening around me. Every page I finished was an achievement, and the author's words floated in my head, on top of the pleasant mix of noises, smells, and breeze. When my mind slipped off the page, I barely cared. My memories of the chapters I read are now tied together with images of the world's natural rhythms: unfurling irises, creeping spiders, the flowing river—and periodically, an unexpected, uncontrollable sneeze. Six Books You'll Want to Read Outdoors By Bekah Waalkes Reading has been unfairly maligned as an indoor activity for far too long. Read the full article. , by Nettie Jones 'You're not crazy to me,' one character tells the narrator of Fish Tales, a 30-something Black woman named Lewis Jones. 'You're daring. Most people cannot even imagine life the way you live it.' That life includes nights out on the town in 1970s Detroit and disco-fueled Manhattan, copious amounts of cocaine, and sexual encounters both outlandish and, at times, demoralizing. This frenetic novel, first acquired by Toni Morrison and published in 1983, has become something of a cult classic, and it's easy to understand why: It approaches relationships with raw and unvarnished honesty. A new edition forthcoming from Farrar, Straus and Giroux in April promises to bring additional audiences to Jones's sharp, fast-paced look at the highs and lows of the human heart. — Rhian Sasseen From our list: Six older books that deserve to be popular today 📚 Second Life, by Amanda Hess 📚 Little Bosses Everywhere, by Bridget Read 📚 Old School Indian, by Aaron John Curtis Does Anyone Still Hitchhike? By Andrew Fedorov But I also hitchhike because I love it. The rides I've caught across America have opened my sense of the country. Each was an encounter with someone whose perspective I could hardly have imagined, as someone who's spent much of his life on the East Coast and in politically siloed bubbles. Especially when politics feels intense, hitchhiking has kept me from forgetting that decent people are everywhere. It's a way of testing the tensile strength of the social safety net. It shows that when you're at your most vulnerable, whether by circumstance or choice, people will be willing to help. You hitchhike to know you're not alone. Read the full article. When you buy a book using a link in this newsletter, we receive a commission. Thank you for supporting The Atlantic. Sign up for The Wonder Reader, a Saturday newsletter in which our editors recommend stories to spark your curiosity and fill you with delight. Explore all of our newsletters. Article originally published at The Atlantic
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sussex guesthouse named one of UK's 'best hotels for under £150 a night'
A guesthouse in Sussex has been named among the UK's "best hotels for under £150 a night". No 124 by GuestHouse, on Brighton's seafront, was ranked 20th on the list of 33 reasonably priced hotels by The Times. It was described as a "masterclass in maximalist design" with a "funky twist" in the Times' review. The 32-room hotel, in King's Road, was praised for its characterful rooms, each complete with a vinyl collection and record player, and its "fun and funky" art by local artists. The hotel, which is spread across four townhouses, was also complimented for its "vintage furniture finds" and "gorgeous natural light". The review added: "This 32-room hotel on Brighton's seafront is a masterclass in maximalist design thanks to fun and funky art by local artists (everything from wool pieces to wall quilts and stained-glass installations), vintage furniture finds, a vinyl library and lots of games and books to browse. "There's lots of gorgeous natural light in the daytime. "Touches of beach whimsy are particularly apt and much better than the usual stripy cushions." READ NEXT: Listed hotel set to turn each floor into huge suites The Times praised the hotel's rooms (Image: GuestHouse) No 124 by GuestHouse is part of an independent group run by three brothers. The group took over and renovated the hotel and have three other properties in York, Bath and Margate. The Times' overall score for the hotel was eight out of ten, with a score of nine out of ten for its "characterful" rooms and suites. READ NEXT: Bar which 'comes alive at the weekend' on sale for £200,000 The review said: "The best of the rooms are, of course, those that overlook the sea; all have thoughtful touches. "Record players come as standard and though the selection feels a tad random, the GuestHouse vinyl in each room, featuring artists with a connection to Sussex (Rizzle Kicks, The Kooks, The Cure), is wonderfully charming." The hotel was also praised for its restaurant, Pearly Cow, which was described as "refined and comforting". The Pearly Cow restaurant was also praised (Image: GuestHouse) The Times said: "The restaurant, Pearly Cow, has become a signature of this small group; each menu is slightly different but all have a mix of fire (dishes done on the grill) and ice (raw seafood). "The cooking is that sweet spot on the Venn diagram of refined and comforting. "Highlights include mini tacos bursting with sweet lobster meat; juicy scallops cured in yuzu and cucumber; the loveliest lemon sole; and moreish beef-fat chips." However, it was noted that breakfast "isn't quite up to the same calibre yet", with slower service and undercooked eggs. The hotel also has a bar serving cocktails, a games room with chessboards and domino sets and a courtyard with a central olive tree. Guests can also help themselves to complimentary snacks from the pantry. A spa with rooms for massages and facials is set to open in 2025.
