“Cirque St. Armands Beachside is where Sarasota’s rich circus legacy meets modern luxury,” said Melissa Kaplan, Cirque St. Armands Beachside’s General Manager. “This reimagined boutique hotel brings the magic of the Big Top to life with sophisticated flair. Every detail celebrates the ‘Greatest Show on Earth’ while offering guests the elevated hospitality, upscale accommodations, and breathtaking views that define the Opal experience. We’re excited to welcome guests to this one-of-a-kind beachside escape.”

The hotel’s 135 luxury accommodations boast floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies, and an art-deco-meets-Big-Top aesthetic, complete with billowing draperies, geometric and stripe patterns, ornate ostrich feather chandeliers, golden wall sconces, pin-striped columns, antique photos and posters, and more.

Along with the dazzling design, guests have a dreamy beach backdrop just outside the hotel. Lido Beach is a public beach neighboring the property, and Cirque guests are also granted exclusive access to a 300-foot private stretch of Lido Beach at the nearby sibling Opal property, Lido Beach Resort.

Peek further behind the curtain to secure a front-row seat to a grand show of flavor when dining at Cirque St. Armands Beachside. Its signature restaurant, Ringside, promises creative and awe-inspiring options, and will also service Midway, the lobby bar lounge, and Ringmaster, the pool bar. Guests can expect inventive dishes in the main restaurant, with light bites and daring cocktails in the bars. Other notable features include a pool with Gulf Views that is shaped like three-interconnected rings, in a tribute to a three-ring circus, and fitness center.

Be among the first to book Cirque St. Armands Beachside with two special offers: Savor Another Sunset:  4^th Night Free and Sunshine State Savings. For more information or to make a reservation, visit OpalCollection.com/cirque-st-armands.

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Blending traditional Italian cooking techniques with a contemporary approach, standout dishes from the new menu include the Braised Lamb Pappardelle, a comforting and hearty pasta elevated with baby kale and demi tomatoes, and the Skull Island Prawns, perfectly paired with heirloom beans and a fennel slaw. Guests can also indulge with the Truffle Macaroni, featuring winter black truffles and caciocavallo cheese, or savor the deep, complex flavors of the Beef Short Rib for Two, slow-cooked with black garlic and barolo jus.

“For me, Italian cuisine is all about vibrant flavors and the finest ingredients, prepared with finesse,” said chef Shawn McClain, Balla Italian Soul. “Our new menu reflects that spirit, featuring seasonally-driven salads, a parade of handmade pastas, seafood and steaks from our wood fired grill and finishing with classically-inspired desserts. Our team takes great pride in both honoring traditions, as well as finding new ways and perspectives to bring such a richly-storied and colorful cuisine to life.”

The complete dinner menu follows:

Bread Service

• House-Made Focaccia – Rosemary crackers, balsamic, pecorino, extra virgin olive oil
• Warm Castelvetrano Olives – Citrus, spices

For the Table

• Caesar – Sweet baby gems, fresh herbs, anchovies
• Roasted Eggplant – Roasted garlic, mint, pickled peppers, castelrosso cheese
• West Coast Oysters – Fresh tomato mignonette, horseradish, agrumato
• Wild Arugula – Red onion, lemon, walnut, pecorino riserva
• Whipped Ricotta – Roasted baby beets, basil, pistachio, balsamico bianco
• Italian Ham Trio – Parma, culatello, speck
• Blue Fin Tuna Crudo – Red onion, capers, lemon, extra virgin olive oil
• Meatballs – Beef, pork, veal, golden raisins
• Fritto Misto – Calamari, lemon, zucchini, peppers
• Steamed Blue Hill Bay Mussels – Pancetta, preserved lemon, green garlic

Pasta

• Spaghetti al Ragù – Piedmontese beef, house-made sausage, stracciatella
• Truffle Macaroni – Winter black truffles, caciocavallo cheese
• Tomato Casarecce – Garlic, Calabrian chili, basil
• Linguini Fra Diavolo – Red shrimp, calamari, ‘nduja sausage
• Chicken Canneloni – Alfredo sauce, rosemary, parmesan
• Braised Lamb Pappardelle – Baby kale, demi tomatoes
• Nonna’s Brodo – Prosciutto, black pepper, herbs

Pizza

• Calabria – Spicy tomato, basil, parm
• Formaggio – Green garlic, caciocavallo, ricotta, pecorino, mozzarella
• Spagnola – Spanish chorizo, red onion, piparras, pecorino

Mains

• Ocean Beef New Zealand 8-Ounce Filet – Toasted pepper, roasted bone marrow
• Piedmontese 8-Ounce Flat Iron – Roasted garlic, rosemary
• Allen Brothers 18-Ounce Ribeye – Aged 21 days, roasted garlic, rosemary
• Flannery 14-Ounce New York – Dry aged 14 days, roasted garlic, rosemary
• Mary’s Chicken Diavola – ‘Nduja sausage, preserved lemon, chili
• Chicken Parm – Red sauce, mozzarella, oregano, basil
• Beef Short Rib for Two – Slow cooked with black garlic, pickled radicchio, barolo jus
• Riverence Rainbow Trout – Cauliflower, almonds, golden raisins, prosecco butter
• Mediterranean Sea Bream – Lemon butter, capers, wild greens
• Skull Island Prawns – Heirloom beans, fennel slaw
• Heritage Pork Chop – Roasted peppers, Tropea Onion Agrodolce

Sides

• Roasted Cauliflower – Bagna cauda, pickled chilies
• Potato Purée – Roasted garlic, parm crust
• Crispy Brussels – Pancetta vinaigrette
• Broccoli di Cicco – Garlic, lemon, spicy crumbs
• Stuffed Mushrooms – Imported cheese, marsala

Dessert

• Panna Cotta – Limoncello, seasonal fruits, brown sugar pizzelle
• Dark Chocolate Tart – Hazelnuts, mascarpone, Nutella
• Tiramisu – Espresso, feuilletine, amaretto cream
• Bomboloni – Sweet cream, raspberry preserves
• Gelato – Pistachio, Luxardo cherry or Nutella crunch
• Italian Cookies – Chef’s assortment

In addition to its la carte menu, Balla also offers a decadent chef’s tasting menu for $95 per person, with the option to add on a $65 wine pairing. The four-course menu is curated by Balla’s chefs utilizing distinctive and seasonal ingredients.

Hotel guests presenting their SAHARA room key to the host at dinner may also enjoy an exclusive three-course menu for $49 per person. The hotel guests-only menu includes the following:

First Course (choose one):

• Caesar Salad – Baby gems, fresh herbs, anchovies
• Wild Arugula – Red onion, lemon, walnuts, pecorino

Main Course (choose one):

• Macaroni al Ragù – House made sausage, beef, stracciatella
• Chicken Parm – Bufala mozzarella, red sauce

Gelato (choose one):

• Nutella Crunch
• Pistachio
• Luxardo Cherry

Dining hours are nightly from 5 to 10 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, click here.

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Once the renovation is complete in late spring of 2025, the Curtis will be ready to reintroduce itself as the ultimate destination for pop culture enthusiasts, art lovers and kids at heart. Drawing inspiration from the hotel’s commitment to artful hospitality and creating places that people go to, not through, the renovation will ensure the Curtis isn’t just about staying somewhere – it’s about stepping into a new adventure. Guests can choose from various creatively themed floors such as Camp Curtis, Play With Your Food, Life of the Party, Knock on Wood on the hotel’s 13th floor and more.

The hotel’s iconic meeting and event spaces are also getting a lively facelift to buck the “boring boardroom” stereotype. The Curtis is crafting spaces that cater to creative thinkers and business leaders who believe meetings should be as exciting as they are productive. The revamped spaces and decor will mimic candy stripes with quirky and colorful patterns on the walls and carpet. The use of color blocking, pattern and texture through each corridor, meeting room and ballroom will evoke growing curiosity and wonder.

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Inspired by classic Hollywood cinema while showcasing the remote island off of the Florida Keys, ‘Write Your Love Story’ takes viewers on a personal escape filled with romance and tributes to iconic film leads of yesteryear. Within the blink of an eye, our protagonist is transformed into an elegant movie star and joined by her love interest at Little Palm Island, the only private island in the United States. That split second provides a full day of fantasy, as the couple explores the natural beauty of this unique destination.

In true Hollywood fashion, the campaign pays homage to the great celebrated directors and cinematographers of the past through stunning composition and exquisite styling. After a day of adventure on the island, reality returns to our protagonist as she dons a pair of sunglasses, complete with the memories of this picturesque escape into paradise.

“We are honored by both of these award wins for the ‘Write Your Love Story’ campaign,” says Scott Colee, Chief Marketing Officer for Noble House Hotels & Resorts. “From conceptualization to execution, our team’s vision for this campaign captures the essence and excitement of Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, a truly unique and singular destination. To be recognized by the MUSE Design Awards and the Hermes Creative Awards for this project is a testament to our team’s tireless work, as well as the magic of Little Palm Island itself.”

Established by the International Awards Associate (IAA) in 2015, the MUSE Design Awards is an international design competition dedicated to recognizing excellent and original design work from across the globe. With a mission to honor, celebrate, and elevate outstanding design innovators, the awards serve as a key stage for the top minds in design.

The Hermes Creative Awards honors the messengers and creators of the information revolution, and is judged to evaluate the creative industry’s best publications, branding collateral, websites, videos, and advertising, marketing, and communication programs.

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Resort guests and club members will set their own pace at Beach Club with new restaurants, a cocktail lounge and café, new fitness facility, dynamic oceanside event spaces, and a transformation of guest rooms and suites overlooking a half-mile stretch of private beach along the Atlantic Ocean.

“Beach Club has long been recognized as one of the most coveted beachside resort destinations in South Florida, and this evolution is poised to captivate a whole new category of discerning travelers while appealing to our legacy guests,” said Daniel A. Hostettler, President & CEO of The Boca Raton. “We are partnering with top designers and leading industry minds to create intriguing new offerings that will inspire. The new Beach Club will reflect the very best in design, dining, and experience—at the only beachfront resort in Boca Raton.”

Beach Club’s 210 spacious guest rooms and suites will showcase a spectacular design that blurs the lines between interiors and outdoors, complete with floor-to-ceiling ocean or Intracoastal views. The light-filled accommodations will embrace the sea breeze and natural textures, including honed marble and cerused woods complemented by vibrant coral velvet accents.

Among the elevated in-room amenities, a wet bar with water filtration system will invite guests to stay hydrated on the go. Beach Club will triple its quantity of suites, including the Grand Suite + Lanai that features one- and two-bedroom options that flow into expansive outdoor poolside living spaces with lounge seating, granting guests easy access to the fresh salt air from their private patios.

INSPIRED DINING

Beach Club will offer distinct oceanfront food and drink options.

The property’s beloved culinary destination, Marisol, will see a newly designed indoor-outdoor setting serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner just steps from the ocean. Fresh Mediterranean fare will appeal to the whole family. And after dinner, Marisol’s bar—a dramatic centerpiece of the restaurant’s design—will be a social hub to enjoy curated cocktails prepared with precision. Inspired by iconic coastal destinations, a new sand-side dining experience, Onda, will spotlight a new culinarian each winter season. In its opening season, guests at Onda will dine on classic island flavors.

Located just beyond Beach Club’s entrance, Living Room will feature world-class mixologists hand-crafting elegant evening aperitifs amid a mesmerizing atmosphere that begets intimate conversations. For a chance to sit back among the stars, an outdoor terrace overlooks the seascape. During daylight hours, guests will refresh and ruminate at Living Room’s café, a sunny space offering house-made pastries, light bites, and gourmet coffee.

The poolside White Bar is an open-air gathering spot with a relaxed atmosphere, featuring creative cocktails and an extensive wine list to be enjoyed while catching up with friends or catching the big game. Situated nearby, Ocean Market features quick gourmet bites and ice cream, allowing guests to return to their beach adventures without missing a beat.

CURATED EXPERIENCES

Beach Club will offer an extensive selection of amenities and services rooted in the spirit of the coastal lifestyle.  For a luxury experience with a touch of retro chic, Beach Club will be home to an exclusive VesBAR fleet, repurposed 1960s Vespas helmed by a cadre of skilled bartenders. The hotel’s distinct programming will celebrate intentional moments from day to night, including an immersive Ritual Series beginning with First Light oceanside wellness classes, a Sunset Ritual marking the evening transition with a signature soundtrack and artisanal aperitifs, and Night’s End, a special late-night wind down tradition.

When not relaxing on the hotel’s private beach or partaking in on-the-water adventures such as surfing and pedal kayaking, guests can swim or sunbathe at one of three pools or at Cabana Club, a collection of vibrant pool cabanas designed in partnership with St. Tropez swimwear brand Vilebrequin. Waterside adventures await the youngest guests and members at Banyan Bunch Beachside, a dedicated children’s program featuring fun amenities and educational activations designed around adventure, creation, discovery, and nature.

A PLACE TO GATHER

The ultimate setting for unforgettable meetings, events, oceanside weddings and celebrations, Beach Club offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues. Newly transformed spaces include the beachfront Surfside Lawn framed by swaying palm trees that can be open-air or tented, the expansive Atlantic Ballroom, and the scenic outdoor Coastal Patio, each offering an idyllic location for gatherings of all sizes.

In addition to experiences enjoyed at the Forbes Five-Star Beach Club, a stay provides access to The Boca Raton’s Harborside amenities. Just a five-minute Water Taxi across the Intracoastal, the resort offers golf, tennis, pickleball, wellness experiences at Spa Palmera, as well as three pools, water slides, a floating river, and more at Harborside Pool Club.

Beach Club is being brought to life by Urban Robot Associates, a design collective based in Miami Beach, as well as landscape architecture firm EDSA, and Garcia Stromberg—a firm of architects, designers, and artists. This marks the second phase of The Boca Raton’s overall $375 million transformation. The first phase was completed in early 2023, which redesigned Harborside’s offerings and amenities, including Tower hotel, more than 12 restaurants and lounges, the new four-acre Harborside Pool Club, and upgrades to the storied Cloister hotel. Visit TheBocaRaton.com and follow along on social media @TheBocaRaton.

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Guests who just can’t wait to be king will feel atop Pride Rock from the comfort of THE LION KING’s Royal Suite at Hilton New York Times Square, conveniently located three blocks away from Minskoff Theatre where guests can see the magic come to life on Broadway.

“Each detail of THE LION KING‘s Royal Suite has been meticulously curated to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience completely inspired by Disney Theatrical Group’s iconic musical,” said Thomas Caska, general manager, Hilton New York Times Square. “At Hilton New York Times Square, we’re committed to providing guests and families with an innovative stay from check-in to check-out. Whether guests are staying with us to experience either of our two Disney on Broadway suites, witness the magic of the theatre or simply take in all that Times Square has to offer, our property offers a memorable home away from home in the heart of the Big Apple.”

THE LION KING’s Royal Suite

The awe-inspiring spacious one-king one-bedroom deluxe suite allows guests to experience the peace and beauty of the Pride Lands. Upon arrival to the suite, guests are immediately transported to the Serengeti with details paying homage to Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway, including large woven basket art, plants nodding to the sweeping grass that spreads across Africa’s plains, hand-painted Rafiki-inspired patterns that embellish the room’s furnishings and a large Rafiki sketch print framing the suite’s entryway. Guests will also encounter fabrics used in the musical displayed on soft goods including rugs, pillows and bedding, with wood touches decorating the space.

Throughout the suite, Pan-Asian-inspired woven baskets adorn the walls, bird puppets fly from the ceiling and hand-painted patterned chairs provide a soft place for guests to land while taking in framed costume sketches from the musical throughout the suite. In the bathroom, guests will find a lush, vibrant jungle oasis with artificial plants, contrasted by the warm Serengeti elements in the room.

THE LION KING’s Royal Suite experience package includes:

• One round of two Hakuna Manhattan cocktails or two Serengeti Sunrise mocktails
• A wake-up call from the Broadway musical’s own Rafiki, Tshidi Manye
• A thematic sleep mask, specialty memento item – a one-of-a-kind autographed costume rendering from one of the musical’s actors, and complimentary Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway merchandise
• Thematic Simba S’mores dessert amenity
• Daily full breakfast buffet for two people
• Daily parking
• Available for purchase, guests staying in the suite will receive access to a special rate exclusive to guests of this suite for Premium Seats for Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway.

Available now, guests can visit the hotel’s website, contact NYCTS-SALESADM@hilton.com or call (212) 913-9488 to reserve the suite. Rates for THE LION KING’s Royal Suite start from $500 per night. Terms and conditions apply.

During their stay, guests can also experience the hotel’s reimagined lobby and food and beverage offerings. Designed by Chicago-based firm, The Gettys Group, the interior public space design is inspired by old and new NYC – The Gilded Age meets MoMA in the heart of Times Square. Upon arrival to the hotel, the transformed ground and sky lobbies feature seasonal art installations curated by Celine Mo of Dinner Gallery, a contemporary gallery dedicated to developing and presenting emerging artists.

As guests take the journey to the sky lobby 15 floors above Times Square, they will be welcomed into a brand-new bar and lounge, 42nd & Sky, which overlooks Times Square and features craft cocktails and an elevated bar menu from Executive Chef Jason Routzahn. Here, guests can also indulge in the Hakuna Manhattan and Serengeti Sunrise. Additionally, the hotel has introduced Long Acre Market, an expansive gourmet market with a barista bar featuring La Colombe products, as well as freshly made and made-to-order breakfast, lunch and dinner items.

For fans of Disney’s THE LION KING on Broadway, all guests of Hilton New York Times Square can celebrate the magic of the show and enjoy the musical-inspired thematic cocktails, a Rafiki wake-up call upon request and purchase special merchandise from the show at Long Acre Market.

THE LION KING’s Royal Suite complements the hotel’s Aladdin’s Times Square Palace Suite celebrating Disney’s Aladdin the Musical. The suite launched last July also in partnership with Disney Theatrical Group and is designed by Devin Sparkles Design. Hilton offers several themed suites across its properties globally, and these two showcase why it matters where guests stay when visiting The Crossroads of the World.

Hilton New York Times Square participates in Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 24 world-class brands. The hotel is located at 234 West 42nd Street, New York, New York 10036. For reservations, please visit Hilton.com or call (212) 913-9488.

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