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Stonebridge The appointment has been made Kevin Dingle Chief Development Officer As chief development officer, he is responsible for the firm’s strategy and team in terms of all property types. Rob Smith, Stonebridge’s CEO, said: “Kevin has a proven track record in delivering consistent results throughout all market cycles. He is a dynamic leader who has a deep understanding of capital markets, solid investor relationships, and a strong history of delivering on promises.” His entrepreneurial background and institutional experiences align perfectly with Stonebridge’s strategy of smart growth. Kevin personifies Stonebridge’s relationship-driven and partnership-driven approach. “We’re delighted to welcome Kevin to…

After many years of working as a carry-on-only travelerI’ve developed a packing system to keep things organized and efficient. In my Notes app, I’ve created a list titled “Packing List”, which contains two different checklists. One is for my own luggage and the other one is for my family. go-to capsule wardrobe items I want another one for me personal item bag. These lists cover everything from accessories and non-negotiable clothing. The top of the list for my travel capsule wardrobe (literally) is the Aritzia Effortless Pant.  Aritzia Effortless Pant Aritzia Since I bought my first pair of pants less…

“Love and marriage, go collectively like a horse and carriage,” Sinatra crooned. Not precisely a present selection, however the music does drift to thoughts when requested concerning the deserves of a bush-n-beach trip—as a result of that’s one slam-dunk mixture. Spending time in Africa’s primordial wilderness areas is at all times an eye-opener, from the ethereal sight of a valley filigreed in spider webs made seen by daybreak’s dew to watching a leopard cuff a hyena as her cub scrambles up a tree, or pied kingfishers diving into reed-fringed swimming pools deep with hippos. You always remember your first safari,…

Images by Choice Hotels Choice Privileges, the award-winning rewards program from Choice Hotels International, Inc., is back with its fourth season of College Sports Gameday Experiences. Choice Hotels has partnered with Learfield to offer members the opportunity to use their Choice Privileges point balances for college sports. 40 VIP packages—including four live today—throughout the 2025 college football season. Packages include premium tickets, sideline passes and pre-game passes, as well as gift cards and more. The 15 teams that are available include national champions. Ohio State University, Fans of the game University of Michigan, University of Alabama. University of South CarolinaThe new addition to the Choice Privileges lineup for this…

Visit the United States It’s about to become exorbitantly costly for some travelers.The US State Department announced that a pilot visa bond program will be launched. This program will require business and tourist travelers from certain countries to post bonds of $5,000, $10,000 or $15,000 in addition to their visa fees. visa application process.Officials published a notice Federal Register, on Tuesday August 5, announced the 12-month program trial. According to the notice the bonds will be applied to visitors coming from countries that have high rates of visa overstay or where the Department of Homeland Security has determined there are…

In your hotel, every morning, guests start their day with simple rituals. They may comb their hair or feel the toothbrush in their hands. Or they might step softly in their slippers. But what if those moments were not just routines? What if the moments in nature were an invitation for us to reconnect? The deeper experience you can create for your guests is what we are here to help with. Infusing everyday actions with beauty. Eco-amenity Kits, you transform function into a sensory experience. *Our collection is not only SGS Certified Carbon Neutral ISO 14068 The set is compliant,…

Although the seas of Europe may be tempting, it is only after you see their lakes and rivers that you will believe them. Bulgaria, Greece. Romania A recent report from the European Environment Agency (EEA) and the European Commission. The top three ranked sites in the inland sector were all equal, with each receiving 100 percent top ranking. The report is published every year and ranks the cleanest water for swimming among the EU countries, Switzerland, and Albania. It uses data based on annual assessments of bacterial contaminants such as Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci. Because bacteria can enter water…

Booking.com launched its first credit cards in the U.S. The Booking.com Genius Reward Visa Signature Credit Cards should aid in its push to direct bookings. Instead of offering the usual points and miles found in co-branded airline and hotel cards, Imprint’s Genius Rewards card offers travel credits. The credit is $1. Booking.com should see a boost in direct traffic thanks to the card’s benefits, as it was hovering around 60% for the last four quarters. This is up from the low-60% of a year ago. Ca

OYO In the first half 2025, more than 150 hotels were added to its portfolio of U.S. hotels. By the end of this year, the company expects to have added 150 new properties. New hotels were added to Texas, Virginia Georgia, Mississippi California, Michigan, Illinois and Virginia. The company has focused on adding properties with high inventories and added 10 hotels that have more than 100 rooms. The company has added a number of hotels with more than 100 rooms, including the oceanfront Palette Sunrise Waves Resort, which is located in Myrtle Beach, the 130 room Capital O Kings Inn,…

This state, located 80 miles from Acadia National Park in Maine, offers stunning views of the coast, beautiful hikes, as well as year-round outdoor recreation.Visitors can summit Mount Battie, explore leaf-covered trails in the fall, or cross-country ski in winter—all with fewer crowds. Maine’s rugged coastline, forests and mountains have long attracted nature enthusiasts to the state. Acadia National Park. Camden Hills State Park may be a better option for travelers looking for a similar experience, but with more space. This 5,700-acre destination dupe is located about 80 miles south from Acadia. It offers many of the same outdoor activities…