Independence Day in the U.S. is known for patriotic ceremonies, parades, fireworks, barbecues and even baseball games. So why not a Fourth of July wedding? Wedding planners say a Fourth of July wedding is a great way to take advantage of a long holiday weekend already infused with a sense of…
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The April 8 total solar eclipse that will darken North America promises prosperity, parties and celebrations, and brisk business for hotels. About 32 million people live inside the 120-mile-wide path of totality. Millions more are planning to flock to rural areas, small towns and big cities in…
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Editor’s Note: Connecting the Dots is a series of monthly conversations with Michael Dominguez, President and CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International. The series examines issues in the global economy in 2024 that will “connect the dots” to be helpful not only in business but in life as well…
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California’s Napa Valley is considered one of the most romantic spots in the world for couples to get married. It’s also a dream destination for wedding guests. There’s so much to do, see and eat – and of course, drink. Idyllic wedding venues with inspired views plus favorable weather for most of…
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Editor’s Note: Connecting the Dots is a series of monthly conversations with Michael Dominguez, President and CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International. The series examines issues in the global economy in 2024 that will “connect the dots” to be helpful not only in business but in life as well…
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Editor’s Note: Welcome to the first installment of Connecting the Dots, a series of monthly conversations with Michael Dominguez, President and CEO of Associated Luxury Hotels International. The series will examine issues in the global economy in 2024 that will “connect the dots” to be helpful not…
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January is a great time for couples to book 2024 honeymoon trips to take advantage of airfare prices that typically drop during the first month of the year. That could be especially important for couples who want to honeymoon in one of the best honeymoon destinations for 2024. U.S. News and World…
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Call it the Taylor Swift effect. “Swifties” flocking to the Eras Tour this year created a huge economic windfall for cities that hosted the pop singer’s concerts – an impact some economists say rivals spending by football fans for a Super Bowl. Swift’s tour played 20 cities – 53 nights of…
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The journey to the altar is often stressful for couples, but an island wedding is one way to alleviate some of the worry. An island resort destination wedding can offer advantages such as great weather and even lower costs in a romantic setting. It’s also a way for the couple to focus on the big…
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How about a wedding venue that wedding planners can recommend to their clients that’s hosted the rich and famous, presidents and royalty, or served as a World War II hospital or a centuries old monastery? Some ALHI properties in the U.S. and Europe offer the added cachet of history, charm and…
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