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Calif. Hotel Foreclosures Soaring
Hotel foreclosures in California more than doubled last year to 138 properties and continue to rise, according to a quarterly survey report by Atlas Hospitality Group in Irvine, Calif., which also found that more than 465 hotels are now either in default or have been foreclosed on.
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Resort Breaks Ground in San Diego County
Construction is under way on what will be the first new resort property in California since 2008, the 215-room Hilton Carlsbad Resort & Spa in northern San Diego County.
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Historic Vancouver Hotel Sets Reopening Date
The Hotel Georgia, which originally debuted in Vancouver, British Columbia, in 1927, will reopen in May as the Rosewood Hotel Georgia following a major renovation of the 155-room property.
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CIC Releases Updated APEX Glossary
The Convention Industry Council released a new edition of its APEX Industry Glossary, a guide to terminology commonly used in the meetings industry.
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Wine Country Meetings
Wine Country Winners
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By MARLENE GOLDMAN
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| Wine Country truly has the makings of its own nation, at least as far as the size of its ever-growing footprint and vast cultural influence. Long-established regions in California stand as |
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equals with newer wine destinations such as British Columbia's Okanagan Valley and Oregon's Willamette Valley when it comes to rich experiences for wine buffs and novices alike. Groups can take advantage of these regions with unique activities and offbeat venues.
Northern California
With over 400 wine brands and approximately 120 wineries open to the public, the Napa Valley stands at the epicenter of California's Wine Country and offers some of the most diverse venues for groups.
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Site Scene
Alberta
The 136-room Courtyard Edmonton West debuted its redesign in January, including a renovated lobby with communal tables and private media booths. Guests can connect to free Wi-Fi or use complimentary computer terminals in the business library. The five-story hotel features a restaurant, indoor swimming pool with whirlpool spa, fitness center and 4,631 square feet of meeting space for up to 325 people. There is also wireless printing from guest rooms and mobile devices. For more information, call 780.638.6070.
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California
The Omni Hotel Los Angeles announced plans to start a renovation of its 453 guest rooms and meeting space. The work will be completed in phases and the hotel will remain open throughout. The property offers 22 meeting rooms with 20,000 square feet of function space, including the 8,520-square-foot Bunker Hill Ballroom. For more information, call 213.617.3300.
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