British Columbia
The city of Richmond created a “Meeting Well” tool for planners to promote health at group events, while considering factors such as food, environment and exercise. Richmond is a healthy hub, with 250 farms within the city limits and a mild costal climate suited for outdoor recreational activities.
California
The San Diego Marriott Mission Valley completed a $9 million renovation of its lobby, guest rooms and outdoor spaces. All 350 guest rooms were updated and six new suites were added. The hotel offers 28,000 square feet of meeting space.
The 159-room Andaz San Diego unveiled upgrades to its rooftop lounge area, including a retractable roof. The property plans to convert its former nightclub into private meeting space and upgrade lobby furnishings. Located in the Gaslamp Quarter, the Andaz San Diego offers 20,000 square feet of function space.
Sonoma Valley’s Kenwood Inn and Spa launched a new Garden to Glass program offering garden tours, cooking demonstrations and food and wine tastings for groups, hosted by Executive Chef Steven Snook and Wine Director Ann Davis. The inn has 29 guest rooms and can host receptions for up to 100 people.
Colorado
The Sheraton Steamboat Resort & Villas plans to debut its $8.3 million renovation project in November. The addition of 56 new luxury suites will bring the Steamboat Springs property’s guest room total to 285. A garden redesign incorporating succuluents reduced the hotel’s external water usage by almost 80 percent. The resort features 28,000 square feet of meeting space.
Nevada
Ghostbar, the nightclub located on the 55th floor of the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, was remodeled and debuted a new look in August. The upgrade was part of the property’s ongoing $50 million renovation.
Utah
The Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood is now open near the University of Utah with 124 guest rooms and 3,200 square feet of function space.
Washington
After being purchased by Coastal Hotel group and upgraded, Semiahmoo Resort in Blaine reopened this August. The property’s 35,000 square feet of meeting space includes an exhibit hall, grand ballroom and 13 meeting rooms. Situated on the Canadian border, the resort is surrounded by a 1,100-acre wildlife sanctuary.