The events industry of New York City came together virtually and live for the first time for many months when the event "The Future is Now" took place at etc.venues’ 360 Madison Avenue as a result of a partnership between etc.venues and event agency NECTR.
M&R Hotel Management, Magnuson Hotels Rebrand 285-Room New Jersey Conference Center
M&R Hotel Management, a U.S. management company with operations across five states, has selected Magnuson Hotels, a "fast-growing franchise alternative," to rebrand its 285-room Magnuson Grand & Conference Center Somerset-Bridgewater located in New Jersey.
Acela Service Resumes for Amtrak Customers on the Northeast Corridor
As recovery across the country continues, Acela service on the Northeast Corridor resumed June 1 on a modified schedule with the restoration of three weekday Acela roundtrips utilizing the new safety initiatives for customers and employees that Amtrak has implemented.
As a welcome back to our customers ready for travel, Acela fares are available for as low as $69 in select markets through June.
Las Vegas Sands to Donate More than Two Million Pieces of Personal Protection Equipment
Las Vegas Sands has announced that it will donate 2 million medical masks and 20,000 protective suits to help healthcare professionals, first responders and nonprofit organizations in the fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
United, Marriott to Offer Free Baggage Delivery to Polaris Customers
The service will be available on United Airlines flights between New York / Newark and London Heathrow. Details here.
First Nonstop Flight to New Zealand From the East Coast Planned for 2020
Air New Zealand and United Airlines have announced plans to launch the first and only nonstop service between New Zealand and the East Coast of the United States. More here.
JetBlue, Norwegian to Partner on Europe Flights
Plans call for the partnership to launch in early summer 2020, with bookings opening early next year. Details here.
What’s Next for Kempinski
The luxury hotel brand said it plans to have more than 100 properties in operation around the world by 2021. Find out more.
Etc.venues Signs Second NYC Event Venue
The move is the latest step in the UK-based venue company’s expansion into the U.S. market. Here’s the latest.
Historic Hotel Pennsylvania to Add New Event Space
The hotel, which opened in New York in 1919, is in the midst of a major renovation project. Here’s a look at what’s planned.