This achievement ranks The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort among fewer than one percent of the more than 23,000 AAA inspected lodgings. Around 145 hotels in U.S.A., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean are designated Five Diamond, and The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort’s appointment makes it one of only two properties on the West Coast of Florida with the designation.

“We are very excited to receive this prestigious award from AAA in our first year of operations,” said Winfred van Workum, General Manager of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. “This is a testament to the quality of service that we take the utmost pride in offering our guests and a benchmark we will strive for each year.”

To earn the distinctive AAA Five Diamond designation, hotels and restaurants must pass a rigorous evaluation that includes unannounced in-person inspections and anonymous overnight stays, followed by a review from a panel of experts as a final step to ensure credibility. Diamond lists are updated monthly, as AAA Inspectors visit properties throughout the year. All AAA Diamond Program hotels and restaurants are re-evaluated annually to ensure they provide the best experience for travelers and diners.

“AAA is pleased to recognize St. Regis Longboat Key with the Five Diamond designation, meaning its unwavering attention to both service and surroundings have placed it into the upper echelon of AAA’s Diamond Program,” said Stacey Barber, AAA Travel Vice President. “To maintain the exceptional standards required for this designation on a daily basis is an outstanding achievement. Five Diamond hotels and restaurants consistently exceed expectations to provide their guests a highly personalized, memorable experience.”

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, developed by Unicorp National Developments, marks the largest development on Longboat Key in over 50 years. With 168 exquisitely appointed rooms and 26 luxurious suites, the resort seamlessly blends architectural sophistication with the natural beauty of the Gulf Coast, providing guests with stunning ocean views and state-of-the-art amenities.

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The integrated resort intermixes a passion for food and beverage with music and culture and features three hotel towers totaling over 1,500 Chambers and suites; the 60,000 sq. ft. Mohegan Casino Las Vegas operated by Mohegan and the Mohegan Sun Sportsbook powered by Betfred.

The property includes a five-acre desert pool oasis including Élia Beach and a multi-functional event lawn; live music and entertainment theater with 4,600 capacity operated by AEG Presents; 24 Oxford showroom accommodating 650 guests.

There is an exclusive portfolio of twelve food and beverage venues including Kris Yenbamroong’s Night + Market, the legendary Nobu, Michael Morton and David Morton’s ONE Steakhouse, Kassi Beach House from restauranteur Nick Mathers, Casa Calavera by global hospitality company Tao Group, famous Afters Ice Cream, Pizza Forte by the Ferraro Family and signature Virgin Hotels restaurants and bars including The Kitchen at Commons Club, The Bar at Commons Club, The Shag Room and Funny Library Coffee Shop.

The off-Strip playground is located at 4455 Paradise Road. For more information, visit www.virginhotelslv.com.

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Ideally located overlooking the Inner Harbor, the hotel showcases breathtaking views of the National Aquarium, the city of Baltimore, and Federal Hill from the comfort of your guest room. The ideal location for experiencing the city of Baltimore – all you need is easily accessible to get the most out of your visit. Recently recognized by AAA with the 2020 best in housekeeping award and recipient of the coveted Travelers’ Choice award from TripAdvisor, the hotel features an elegant in-city escape with on-site parking and Formula Espresso open daily 7AM-11AM for to go breakfast.

Sonesta has recently introduced Stay Safe with Sonesta, a program created to take the company’s standards on safe and clean hotels to the next level in response to COVID-19. Sonesta cares deeply about the health and well-being of our guests and employees. We have developed a rigorous new health and cleanliness program, Stay Safe with Sonesta, for all of our U.S. hotels. Working with Ecolab Inc., a leading provider of cleaning and disinfecting solutions for the hospitality industry, we have designed the Stay Safe with Sonesta program to meet or exceed applicable CDC and/or governmental requirements and guidance related to the current Coronavirus pandemic. The program will continue to evolve as we revise our protocols to follow updated guidance from public health authorities and maintain the most relevant levels of protection for our guests and employees. The pledge includes:

• All guests and employees wear masks in interior public spaces as a Sonesta standard.
• Enhanced sanitizing and cleaning throughout the hotel including specific focus on high traffic/high touch areas.
• Guest protection and social distancing guidelines allowing guests to take advantage of the entire hotel while still adhering to social distancing guidelines.
• Guest room safety sealed guest rooms with drop off or on request service only, and wipes available in room.
• Team member safety includes training, use of personal protection equipment and health & wellness checks.

Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore has a reopening promotion available, encouraging guests to make the most of their stay. Book on Sonesta.com and receive a complimentary upgrade to a harbor view guest room for your stay Sunday through Thursday, regardless of your package or promotion booked for the month of September. The hotel has both AAA and Parking packages available with rates as low as $119 over Labor Day weekend. For more information or to see details of all of the hotel’s specials and promotions, visit Sonesta.com.

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“La Colección Resorts strives to bring a couples dream wedding to life. Whether it’s a large budget-friendly wedding or an upscale intimate ceremony, our experienced staff brings their A-game to make sure couples’ expectations are exceeded,” said Julieta Hernandez, Regional Sales Director for La Colección Resorts. “Our four wedding packages – Serenata, Beso, Abrazo and Corazón – allow couples to tailor their special day to their specific needs, and with our ‘one wedding per day’ policy, couples can rest assured that their special day will be unforgettable.”

La Colección Resorts’ properties located in six of Mexico’s staple destinations offer unique features that cater to all wedding styles:

San Miguel de Allende

A chic and upscale wedding comes to life at Live Aqua Urban Resort San Miguel de Allende. The new hacienda-style property has quickly become a hot-spot for weddings in the destination thanks to its privileged location and variety of offerings for couples and guests. Charm and tradition can be found in every room, including photographs of the destination’s iconic Mojigangas, giant puppets especially made to resemble the bride and groom who walk the streets of San Miguel de Allende for every wedding. The resort features a large terrace for up to 600 guests boasting incredible views of the historic UNESCO Heritage city, top-of-line dining services, and an excellent wedding staff that are always on the clock to make sure everything runs smoothly on couple’s special day. An added bonus – this same wedding terrace is the take-off point for a magical 40-minute hot air balloon excursion that can be booked through the hotel’s concierge!

Cancun

Perched at the top of the Yucatan Peninsula, Cancun is home to three La Colección properties – each providing a unique experience perfect for all future newlyweds. Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun is the perfect spot to host a luxurious large-scale wedding where couples and their guests will be blown away by world-class fine dining, exceptional personalized service and more. The resort features four distinct venues, including a large rooftop terrace overlooking the ocean and a 6,000 square foot indoor ballroom. Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun is an affordable all-inclusive resort showcasing the best of Mexican culture, especially through the special Mayan Wedding Ritual, an ancient tradition that also incorporates the blessings of the wedding guests and complete with a Mayan priest. Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun is an adults-only oasis that provides a sensory experience. Couples can host their ceremony on a stretch of white-sand beach followed by lively reception at the hotel’s Pool Club, where the hotel will close off the entire pool area and decorate to the couples needs providing a perfect backdrop for that special “I do” moment. 

Puerto Vallarta

Striking views of the pacific and the wonderous Sierra Madre mountains serve as the picture-perfect backdrop for a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta. At Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta All-Inclusive Adults-Only, the choices for couples are endless thanks to the various venues that range from spacious terraces with views of the Pacific to private beach areas with exceptional personalized service. Winner of the AAA 4 Diamond award, Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta provides an ideal family-friendly atmosphere perfect for couples who want to celebrate the big day with large families at an approachable price point. Couples and their guests will enjoy a taste of Mexico’s enchanting traditions, culture and warm hospitality, elegant accommodations and a la carte dining.

Cozumel

The peaceful island in the Mexican Caribbean is home to Fiesta Americana Cozumel All-Inclusive, the perfect spot for an affordable family-friendly wedding. Here, couples have the flexibility to choose between a white sand beach celebration or an elegant enclosed space, lavishly decorated by a professional team. All wedding guests — from the groom’s grandparents to the bride’s tween nieces – can enjoy the properties exciting beachfront activities and capturing sunsets.  

Los Cabos

Recognized as one of the most romantic destinations in Mexico, Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All-Inclusive Golf & Spa allows your dream wedding to come to life in a paradise where the desert meets the sea. The hotel’s rich offering of fine-dining, lavish rejuvenating spa, a world-renowned golf course and more makes it the perfect place to transform a couples “I do” into an everlasting memory. Couples and guests can participate in the SOMMA WineSpa’s Barefoot Experience, where guests begin with a symbolic grape trampling followed by a foot massage at the spa right on the beach, ending with the resorts sommelier who will lead a wine tasting experience before a wonderful dinner under the stars.

Chetumal

For those seeking a small and off the beaten path wedding experience, The Explorean Kohunlich is a one-of-a-kind, active adventure resort where couples and their guests can wake up in a gorgeous bungalow or in an elegant room and enjoy guided excursions to natural and man-made wonders in the Maya region. With an inviting natural environment, guests will feel a connection with nature via the stunning, lush green tropical forest that serves as a picture-perfect backdrop for an event couples will remember as the best day of their lives.

La Colección Resorts four incredible wedding packages are available at all resorts and each include wedding services such as a wedding cake, symbolic ceremonies, decorated alters or gazebos and more. Each package varies in guest size and services and are available for couples seeking a multicultural wedding, open to all faiths and traditions. Thanks to the company-wide policy of hosting only one wedding per day, couples-to-be can count on La Colección Resorts to provide personalized service for their special day. Additional romance services include vow renewals, honeymoons, engagements, spa wedding parties and more.

For more information on weddings with La Colección Resorts, visit https://www.lacoleccionresorts.com/en/weddings

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