Discover Resort Getaways for Your Next Incentive, Small Meeting, or Conference
Whether your meeting is large or small, these resorts are ready for you. Venture to the Blue Ridge Mountains for a VIP retreat immersed in nature. If you’re planning a small to mid-sized meeting, Miami Beach is calling your name. And if you’ve got a large conference or trade show in the works, who says you can’t resort life it, poolside in sunny Arizona?
VIP in a Luxury Treehouse
Nestled in a pristine site in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection, has debuted an expansive renovation to redefine a bespoke, back-to-nature luxury experience.
The 12,000 acre property sees the addition of a new restaurant, two new Mountain Top Tree House Suites and a redesign of The Lodge.
The Lodge, at the heart of the property, offers several gathering spaces now reimagined with a design that blends casual sophistication with Southeastern warmth and hospitality. Chad Dorsey Design, spearheading all aspects of the renovation, implemented a design that understands the regional charm and the resort’s ethos as a nature-based escape. New interiors feature custom furnishings and antique features. The Study features a custom desk and built-in bookshelves featuring locally-sourced artwork, books and artifacts against Pierre Frey wallcoverings of rich marigold hues depicting Virginia’s forests. The primary gathering place in The Great Hall showcases antique, American, European and custom furniture with plaid and floral fabrics and handcrafted wooden mantels around two fireplaces.
Altogether, the property offers nearly 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, plus more outdoor gathering spaces, from a theater to a tobacco barn.
Guests will find a serene retreat in any of the 54 guest rooms, made up of 20 guest rooms, 28 suites, five Tree House Suites and one Luxury Residence. The two new Tree House suites, built into the trees and overlooking the Kibler Valley, offer guests special custom programming and dining experiences alongside modern amenities.
The new restaurant, Leatherflower, named after the native Clematis flower, features farm-to-table dishes that convey the spirit of the destination. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Zach Long, it has already been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence among Wine Spectator’s 2024 Restaurant Awards.
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Beachfront Boardroom? Yes, Please!
Standing in the exclusive Millionaire’s Row neighborhood of Mid-Beach Miami, Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort completes a multi-million dollar renovation. The property has been an iconic Miami destination for over 70 years and is part of the North Beach Resort Historic District. The new design embraces a thoughtful approach that pays homage to its history.
Throughout the property, guests will find a serene, neutral color palette paired with layered patterns and pops of color that highlight the energy of a tropical getaway. From the lobby to the hallways and meeting spaces, visitors will find contemporary décor, stylish furniture and vibrant lighting fixtures that reflect the spirit of upscale Miami Beach. The meeting and event space available includes a 2,400-square-foot ballroom, the 180-square-foot Ocean Vista Boardroom, the 5,320-square-foot main level pool and the celebrated 4,142-square-foot third-floor terrace pool with views of the Atlantic. The property has also refreshed its outdoor amenities with new deluxe cabanas and daybeds, new foliage and wood panel flooring.
All 231 guest rooms and suites are updated with new lighting fixtures, furnishings, curated décor, and updated carpeting. From the bold and muted hues of the carpeting to decorative elements, all guest rooms emulate a tropical ambience to provide a distinct sense of place.
The Allison Restaurant & Bar, the resort’s signature dining destination, also features a new look and feel with vibrant foliage and sleek assorted tile accents. The updated menu celebrates Miami’s multicultural heritage that blends traditional Latin favorites with innovative seafood dishes.
Conference in a Desert Oasis
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa has wrapped up a $10 million renovation across the property. From the 7-acre Oasis Water Park to its 120,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, the refresh brings a new era of luxury to the resort.
Within Phoenix’s South Mountain Preserve, the resort offers 744 guest suites and villas. Its trio of hospitality suites have been upgraded with impressive luxury amenities, including the Samsung Airdresser Steam Closet, which can deodorize, sanitize and steam clothes in 20 minutes.
The Conference Center features numerous enhancements, including new flooring, freshly painted walls and refreshed bathrooms. Additional cutting-edge technology is now available, including reader boards and 85-inch framed TVs that double as artworks when not in use. The Porte Cochere also features a newly installed sound system and registration TVs. The 6,000-square-foot Vista Room also is transformed with new furniture and a private standalone area that includes a bar, dining room, meeting room and outdoor terrace. Outdoor events will enjoy the lush new landscaping of the Grand Lawn.
Public spaces have also seen significant updates. The lobby, pools, athletic club and spa have all been enhanced, with new furniture and a curated color palette in the lobby, new chaise lounge chairs at all six outdoor pools and an upgraded entryway, new flooring and updated treatment room décor in the athletic club and spa. Aunt Chilada’s Tempe restaurant features new lighting and music. Plus, the resort’s exteriors are upgraded with sleek new tiles, refreshed fountains, updated lighting and lush flower beds.
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