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Learn more Sales have launched for the Waldorf Astoria Residences in downtown St. Petersburg, a project that will become the city’s tallest tower and its first hotel-branded luxury condominium 539-foot-tall tower planned for 150 2nd Avenue South will include 163 condominiums 73,000 square feet of Class A office space and an extensive collection of high-end residential amenities Pricing for the luxury condominiums start at $2.5 million Petersburg has become one of Florida's premier residential destinations with an influx of new residents driving the demand for high caliber of exceptional properties,” PMG CEO and Founder Kevin Maloney said in an announcement this week “After the success we have witnessed across both Waldorf Astoria Residences in Miami and Denver Cherry Creek we are proud to once again join Hilton in bringing the Waldorf Astoria brand and its renowned world-class service to a new market forever elevating the standards of luxury in the area.” Designed by CUBE 3, with interiors curated by design firm BAMO the tower will be cantilevered over a 17-story podium The building design includes a double-height ground level and accommodations for both long-term and short-term bicycle parking Outdoor terrace at the Waldorf Astoria Residences St Each fully finished two- and three-bedroom residence will feature a private entry foyer and private balconies with bay views These residences will include custom-built closets Italian bathroom vanities with stone countertops and bespoke gourmet kitchens equipped with fully integrated Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance packages 10,000-square-foot rooftop penthouse with a private pool overlooking the bay Living room with expansive bay views at the Waldorf Astoria Residences St “Our goal with the project was to strike a seamless blend between the pinnacle of modern luxury and the effortless coastal sophistication Florida is known for,” BAMO Principal Anne Wilkinson said in a statement “Each texture and material was specifically chosen to pull the best of the property’s locale indoors creating a sense of place and familiarity and relaxation while also delivering the elevated design synonymous with the Waldorf Astoria brand.” resort-style pool deck will be situated on 18th floor featuring a 160-foot east pool with beautiful bay views Also on the 18th floor will be private massage rooms and a state-of-the-art fitness and movement studio There will also be a kids and teen entertainment club will be located on the 46th floor containing a sunset bar Bespoke gourmet kitchen equipped with fully integrated Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance packages Additional residential amenities include 24-hour access to a personal concierge “The introduction of the Waldorf Astoria brand into St Petersburg is a testament to the natural progression and extensive growth the city has undergone over the past few years,” Feldman Equities Larry Feldman said Pete’s incredible rise and are eager to deliver a product to this thriving area that meets the new elevated caliber of living desired by its residents I cannot wait to see all of the opportunities and incredible experiences the new development will contribute to this downtown.” A construction timeline for the project has not yet been announced but the development team anticipates starting work later this year Dining Room at the Waldorf Astoria Residences St Want to be the first to know what’s coming soon to the Sunshine City Sign up to receive the latest news straight to your inbox Contact - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy© 2024 St The hotel is the first Waldorf Astoria in Japan—and we were the first to stay The development group behind what will become St Petersburg’s tallest and first luxury-branded building has unveiled new project details as sales commence acquisition director for Property Markets Group told the Catalyst that a “whisper” sales campaign for the Waldorf Astoria Residences St The firm is already processing three contracts with units ranging from roughly $2.5 million to $6 million The mixed-use project’s height has increased from 49 to 50 stories. However, the most significant change since city council members unanimously approved the landmark development in November 2024 is its $225 million price tag we’re probably in that $500 million class of total cost,” Glickman said “We’re in the middle of building several billion dollars worth of construction right now around the country we’re pretty in the know about what things are costing now – and how to plan for that.”  A new rendering highlights the project’s (second high-rise from left) scale compared to other downtown buildings Miami-based Property Markets Group (PMG) is leading a joint venture with St. Petersburg’s Feldman Equities, publicly traded City Office REIT and Tower Realty Partners The latter three firms own the City Center office building at 100 2nd Ave Tampa-based Smith & Associates Real Estate is overseeing sales of the Waldorf Astoria Residences St The tower will soar 540 feet above 150 2nd Ave The development team previously said the tower would offer 63,251 square feet of in-demand Class A office space downtown. Plans, which could continue evolving Glickman noted the project’s overall size has likely increased He said market uncertainty and tariffs are “absolutely” concerning as builders must import many construction materials Glickman also believes PMG’s pre-budgetary cost analysis and estimates are “pretty good right now.” The firm secured a $668 million construction loan from Bank OZK and Related Fund Management in June 2024 to build the Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Miami 1,049-foot skyscraper will become the tallest south of New York City “The fact that Waldorf felt comfortable to bring their brand to St Pete when there are other possible opportunities in the Tampa Bay area … St and the Tampa market is ready for this kind of quality development,” Glickman said The project could break ground by the end of the year or in early 2026 A recently remodeled City Center will soon house a sales office Construction on the Waldorf Residences will take about 30 months The tower will feature two two-story penthouses with private pools overlooking the bay PMG has yet to price or design those units A 46th-floor lounge will open to the public Two and three-bedroom units will encompass between 2,031 and 3,408 square feet. Award-winning design firm BAMO curated custom-built closets stone countertops and smart home technologies Each condominium features expansive terraces with bay vistas, private foyers and balconies designed by CUBE 3 The Waldorf Residences boasts 43,000 square feet of amenity space and a 20,000-square-foot The 18th-floor amenity suite includes a holistic wellness center and a youth entertainment club A 46th-floor Sky Lounge, inspired by the Waldorf Astoria’s historic “Peacock Alley” gathering space Glickman believes about 10,000 square feet of ground-level commercial space will house a public restaurant Hilton will manage the Waldorf Residences. Glickman, a Sarasota resident, said the hotelier would remain “faithful” to the brand while embracing St Petersburg’s vibrant culture and nightlife He said company representatives have vetted the area and their response is “what we thought it would be.” Glickman credited the tower’s unobstructed bay views and proximity to the St “A lot of cities are defined by their landscape … the landmark buildings “I think this is going to be that for Tampa Bay and St It’s an important building that we’re happy to be a part of.”  Petersburg’s “natural progression and extensive growth.” all the politicians talk about affordable housing but units starting at $2.5 million certainly doesn’t sound affordable Queue to Mayor Welch taking complete [and unearned] credit for this with photos of him in 3 …2….1… It looks like The Sky Lounge will be restricted to owners Why is it they want the city to be like New York why don’t they leave it like it used to be to where you could enjoy it and walk down the streets now you don’t dare walk down the streets those of us that grew up around here hate seeing all these changes most people around here can’t afford the stuff anyway it’s ridiculous We can’t wait to go to The Sky Lounge Add your idea below. 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The project is backed by national real estate firm PMG and local developer Feldman Equities along with City Office REIT. Smith & Associates Real Estate will handle sales. Once completed, the Waldorf Astoria Residences will rise above the 46-story Residences at 400 Central, making it the tallest building in the city and St. Petersburg’s first first five-star branded condo. There are 163 condos available for purchase. The developer did not share a specific price range. But “we’ll probably be at the highest price per square foot in the market,” Kevin Maloney, Founder and CEO of PMG told the Tampa Bay Times. A rendering of one of the primary bedrooms at the forthcoming Waldorf Astoria Residences in St. Petersburg. At 50-stories, it will be the city's tallest building. [ ARX Creative ]PMG is building two other Waldorf Astoria-branded condos in Miami and Denver. Maloney said the level of service and amenities that come with the Waldorf name are unlike anything that’s available in the local market right now. Residents will have round-the-clock access to a personal concierge, valet parking, doorman and bellman services. “It’s going to change St. Pete, no question,” he said. “Once we get this up and kind of prove our price point and this luxury product, I think you’re going to see other luxury brands come into the city.” The building was designed by Cube3 and interiors were curated by Bamo. Each condo at the Waldorf Astoria Residences in St. Petersburg will have it's own private terrace. [ ARX Creative ]Each of the two- and three-bedroom units will have private outdoor terraces, custom closets and top of the line appliances. They range from 2,031 to 3,408 square feet. There’s also a two story, 10,000-square-foot penthouse with a private pool overlooking Tampa Bay. The 18th floor will be a dedicated amenity deck with private massage rooms, a his/her sauna, steam rooms, a fitness studio and an entertainment club for kids and teens. The 20,000-square-foot pool deck will have several pools and spas, including an infinity pool that wraps around the perimeter of the building. Residents will have access to a 46th-floor sky lounge complete with a sunset bar and outdoor terrace space. The lower floors will have 73,000 square feet of office space, a parking garage and about 10,000 square feet of retail space on the ground floor. A narrow podium will separate the amenity deck and residences from the lower floors, creating the illusion that the top part of the building is floating in mid air. Condo residents will have access to an infinity pool that wraps around the perimeter of the building. [ Courtesy of St. Petersburg City Council ]Located at 100 2nd Ave. S, the tower will replace the parking garage for the City Center office building. Due to its proximity to Albert Whitted Airport, the developers had to receive approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. Maloney said the timeline for construction depends on how quickly the building sells. But ideally, “I’d like to be in the ground by fall,” he said. Rebecca Liebson is a reporter covering real estate and housing. She can be reached at rliebson@tampabay.com. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page “This place is extremely familiar to me,” the actor said during a tour of the set where his character keeps his victims captive on the Netflix thriller Waldorf University will be holding its commencement ceremonies at the Boman Fine Arts Center on Saturday according to Waldorf University President Dr What is remarkable is the ratio between on campus students versus those who are online according to Alsop There will be a number of graduate students receiving their masters degrees Waldorf University has seen tremendous numbers of online students as well Many students are taking advantage of the benefits of online learning which saves the cost of room and board on campus More Weather Details Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" - Dakota Wesleyan opened their double header against the Waldorf University Warriors with a 14-4 win in game 1 The Tigers combined their solid hitting with clean defense to take control early on allowing them to build their lead throughout game one.  DWU jumped out to a 2-0 lead after an RBI groundout from Macy Moore allowing Peyton Bagley to score. Followed by a run-scoring single by Jaden Warner that rounded with McKinnely Mull scoring her first run of the day.  Waldorf answered back with their next offense attempt by tying the game 2-2 Reagan Ridout doubled in one run and Jacyee Plath followed with a grounded RBI.  Bottom of the 2nd Inning: Dakota Wesleyan  McKinnely Mull responded with a triple to center field, driving in the go ahead run and giving her team a 3-2 lead. The runner who scored the run was Peyton Bagley.  Waldorf tied the game once again at 3-3 with a solo home run by Timber Oakes.  Bottom of 4th Inning: Dakota Wesleyan  Bottom of 5th Inning: Dakota Wesleyan  McKinnely Mull continued her strong at-bat with 2 more RBI's, bringing in Jaycee Tebay and McKenna Thomason to make it 11-3.  Macy Moore opened the scoring for the Tigers with a 2-RBI single to right field that brought in Elle Feser and Peyton Bagley Bottom of the 3rd Inning: Dakota Wesleyan  Bottom of the 4th Inning: Dakota Wesleyan  The Tigers finished the game strong as Kassidy Lopez singled to center, scoring two. Jaycee Tebay brought in a run herself on a fielder's choice. McKinnely Mull grounded out but was solid enough to drive in another run. Jaden Warner capped the inning with a 2 RBI Single The softball team will host their last conference doubleheader of the season against Morningside University Morningside University is currently #3 in the GPAC standings with a conference record of 13-4 The first game against Morningside is scheduled to begin at 1:00 P.M We use cookies to ensure you have the best browsing experience on our website. By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy & Terms of Service Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya is the brand's first new build in Mexico with two waterfront pools and a fantastic spa Dobrina Zhekova is a writer with over a decade of editorial experience in Europe and the U.S Victor Elias Photography/Courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money Waldorf created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories You can reach us 24/7/365 at (563) 242-0252 Copyright © 2025 Snell-Zornig Funeral Homes The Hilton luxury brand plans to open a hotel and residences in the state’s Hill Country region in 2027 The luxury Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand will make its Texas debut in Fredericksburg with the Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country hotel and residences the property will be located in the state’s Hill Country region less than two hours from Austin and San Antonio and near more than 100 wineries Wine Country Hospitality Partners — a partnership between Auberge Resorts Collection founder Mark Harmon luxury developer Robert Radovan and advisor Tim Sparapani — will develop the property with Hilton The property will feature 60 hotel rooms and suites 37 multibedroom villas offering up to 74 more keys and more than 50 residences less than a mile from downtown Fredericksburg Design for the resort will be done in partnership with Tuscon Arizona-based Studio Caban and Texas firms Fab Studio Guest rooms will feature “authentically Texan” design elements and sprawling Hill Country views while villas will offer private plunge pools outdoor courtyards and specialty programming Harmon said the project will “draw upon the unique architecture and history of Fredericksburg to create a new experience that opens this budding wine destination to travelers and future residents.” the Waldorf Astoria’s dining options will include one all-day dining restaurant and one specialty restaurant Further amenities will include more than 11,000 square feet of spa and fitness space a kids’ club and 6,000 square feet of indoor meeting space The property’s signing marks a “milestone” for Hilton’s “luxury brands portfolio expansion across the Americas,” said Amy King the company’s vice president of luxury and mixed-use development Waldorf Astoria currently has more than 30 open properties globally and 30-plus in its pipeline. The brand’s historic New York City hotel will reopen this year following a multiyear revamp Get the free daily newsletter read by industry experts From professional games to youth competitions sporting events are bringing rising numbers of tourists to hotels across markets Want to share a company announcement with your peers The free newsletter covering the top industry headlines Advertiser DisclosureAdvertiser Disclosure Travel Partnerships Manager and Podcast Co-Host 495 Published Articles 785 Edited Articles Opinions and recommendations are ours alone One of the most anticipated resorts in Latin America the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is now open for guests — and it opened a week ahead of schedule Here’s what we know about this brand-new Hilton resort The Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is now open all with lush forest or dramatic beach views with private terraces or balconies that let the outside in 22 of the suites also include a private plunge pool and a 17,000-square-foot spa and fitness center The resort’s expansive beachfront features loungers The resort has 6 restaurants and bars that highlight the flavors of the Guanacaste region Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria is the latest ultra-luxe brand to plant its flag in the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica “We are thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique a significant addition to our presence in the region,” said Danny Hughes “This property marks the debut of the brand in Costa Rica and offers guests an unparalleled level of luxury and our signature Waldorf Astoria hospitality.” The Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is accepting reservations for stays beginning April 22 The resort participates in the Hilton Honors program, which means you can earn and redeem Hilton Honors points during your stay And you’ll definitely want to spend your points here Award nights here start at 120,000 Hilton Honors points per night which isn’t a terrible price for a Waldorf Astoria resort In comparison, cash rates start at more than $1,000 per night on the low end and average nearly $1,600 nightly, so you’ll get above-average value for your Hilton points the resort is offering a promotion for 20% off stays of 3+ nights plus a $500 resort credit (or $1,000 credit if staying in a suite) Given the exorbitant cash prices, we recommend booking your stay with points. Fortunately, it’s extremely easy to earn Hilton Honors points. The hotel chain offers several co-branded credit cards which come with big welcome bonuses and elite status If you’re running low on points, you can top up your Hilton balance by transferring points from American Express and Bilt Rewards or dining out with Hilton Honors Dining The Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Costa Rica is home to some amazing resorts and now Hilton Honors loyalists have a new option for earning and redeeming their points award rates aren’t too high if you have a ton of Hilton points or points you can transfer into the program in Broadcast Journalism from the Howard University School of Communications and is an award-winning journalist and the founder of the “Carrying On with Victoria M Plus — expert strategies to maximize your points & miles by joining our (free) newsletter We respect your privacy. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. 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Standard pricing for the Waldorf Astoria Maldives is 150,000 Hilton Honors points per night As one of Hilton’s most expensive properties, this is a great way to use the Hilton free night certificates you can earn from select Hilton co-branded credit cards Complete your points and miles vacation by flying to the Maldives with your rewards Hilton Honors elite members are also granted the ability to score the fifth night free on award bookings This means a 5-night stay at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives would cost just 600,000 points it’s definitely a great use of your points since room rates regularly run upward of $2,000 per night a 5-night stay in a King Reef Villa (the base room) in April will cost you $14,197.32 Redeeming 600,000 points for this stay nets you a value of 2.37 cents per point. That’s incredible, especially considering that we value Hilton points at 0.5 cents each The quickest way to earn Hilton Honors points is through credit card welcome offers Check out these cards to earn points fast: All information about Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card has been collected independently by Upgraded Points The Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is one of the absolute best properties at which you can redeem points but the base room includes an overwater villa and your own private pool The information regarding the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer Air Force where she developed her love for travel and new cultures She started her own blog and eventually joined The Points Guy The Waldorf Astoria Hill Country will be constructed in Fredericksburg A famous hotel chain is opening its first Texas location in the Hill Country — but don't expect a budget stay. The Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country is expected to open in 2027 but says the 106-acre property will be located less than a mile from downtown Fredericksburg The luxe property will include 60 hotel rooms 37 multi-bedroom resort villas that may be rented out the resort will contain five food and beverage concepts — an all-day restaurant Behind the scenes of this arrangement are Hilton — the Waldorf Astoria's parent company — and Wine Country Hospitality Partners LLC The announcement emphasizes the Hill Country's value for travelers who are interested in visiting wineries and promised "authentically Texan design elements." The residences are meant for "celebrating the natural influences of the land" and are already available for reservations followed by the first hotel that bore the Hilton name in Dallas The original Waldorf Astoria opened in New York in 1893 and became famous for its opulence It was demolished in 1929 for the construction of the Empire State Building there are now more than 30 Waldorf Astoria properties around the world carrying the same historic reputation for elevated service and accommodations Developer Mark Harmon emphasizes that the new resort will belong to Texas and be designed accordingly we’re drawing upon the unique architecture and history of Fredericksburg to create a new experience that opens this budding wine destination to travelers and future residents," Harmon says "drawing a spotlight to the area as a whole and all that makes it unique.” Rendering courtesy of IMI Worldwide Properties and now is the time to plan those getaways before the heat gets too overwhelming We've got some brilliant ideas for May from a Hill Country winery and brewery tour to a pirate-themed festival on the Gulf Coast there are ways to kick back in Austin including checking into two posh hotels Here is our big monthly roundup of top travel tips around the state: Great Wolf Lodge – which has two parks in Dallas and Houston – is taking "It's Gonna be May" to the next level by partnering with NSYNC members Lance Bass and Joey Fatone for the resort's Summer Camp-In celebration from May 24 through August 25 Special programming will include campfire sing-alongs guests can save up to 51 percent on their upcoming stays using promo code "BEMAY" There are two types of people: Those that want to relax at Great Wolf Lodge and those that want to float on the lazy river for hours.Photo by Mark Ashman Charleston Taylor Estate Winery and Black Chapel Brewing Co. will celebrate their grand openings on May 3 in Johnson City Both venues are located on the same estate at 6212 W while the brewery will have an indoor taproom with games and big screens and offer access to the rest of the 30-acre property Austinites who want to catch a wave this summer will get their chance starting May 10, when Waco Surf's water park opens for its 2025 season. This popular water park boasts a surf lagoon spanning two and a half acres and new dining options at its three on-site eateries Water Park day passes start at $39 for adults and are $14 for children or $99 for a family with two children from 6-16 years old Surf session pricing varies by date and skill level Both national publications noted the hotel's historical details and its sophisticated-yet-approachable feel The Loren Hotel is offering travelers a sweet deal on its most luxurious accommodations with its new "Spring Suite Room" package for two-night stays Guests who use the code "SPRINGSUITE" will receive a bottle of chilled sparkling rosé and Matok Bakery treats in their room upon arrival Guests will also have access to premium e-bikes to explore downtown and a 2025 Lexus convertible to take on a drive through the Hill Country Nightly rates for the package begin at $453 in May The historic Hotel Emma was just named one of the top 10 best hotels in the U.S. in Tripadvisor's annual Travelers' Choice Awards Tripadvisor praised the hotel's "unique blend of history and luxury," and gave nods to its numerous nearby dining and shopping options at Pearl The award-winningBowie House hotel in Fort Worth is amping up for pool season with weekday access pool passes and a "Day Escape" package that includes access to the pool terrace and prices for the Day Escape package vary Both experiences are open to the public Monday through Thursday with complimentary valet Reservations can be made by calling Ash Spa Scattered thunderstorms are expected Monday afternoon and evening. Some may become severe with large hail and high winds. TRACK RADARDetectives find 'suspicious activity' at home of missing Waldorf motherby Sana Azem (7News) — An investigation is underway for a mother who was reported missing by her boyfriend earlier this month in Waldorf according to the Charles County Sheriff's Office disappeared and was last seen on the evening of March 31 at her home on Adams Court in Waldorf Detectives opened an investigation into Guerra's disappearance and found "unusual and suspicious activity" at her home the day after she was last seen Detectives said that foul play is suspected in her disappearance When detectives obtained a search warrant for Guerra's home which is believed to be involved in Guerra's disappearance was at her house on the day she was reported missing detectives found federal documents that belonged to Guerra's boyfriend that appeared to be fake Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to verify his identity and they found that the documents were fraudulent It was determined that he was an undocumented immigrant Charles County Sheriff spokesperson Diane Richardson told 7News they are trying to track the movements of her red Toyota 4Runner between March 31st and April 2nd “We are asking people in the DMV area to check any kind of cameras they have Specifically if it’s in a remote or isolated type of area to see if there is any footage of this red Toyota 4Runner on their property," Richardson said who gave his name as Wilson and said he is a good friend of the missing woman And we’re all hoping for the moment she appears alive and welland soon We all want her to appear alive and well again Every time I come in and spend time with them Detectives continue to investigate Guerra's disappearance and ask anyone who may know her whereabouts to contact them at 301-609-6494 A Lake Tahoe luxury hotel development is in a precarious financial situation after receiving a second notice of default over an $82 million loan in less than a year Utah-based Lake Tahoe Partners LLC filed the notice on Feb 27 against the Waldorf Astoria Lake Tahoe's developer according to a public document acquired from the Washoe County Recorder’s Office EKN Development, based in Newport Beach, California, is building the resort on the site of the former Tahoe Biltmore Lodge and Casino at Crystal Bay The Reno Gazette Journal has requested comment from EKN Development ‘I’m gonna cry like a baby’: Tahoe Biltmore to hold one final goodbye after 76 years EKN Development was hit with its first notice of default last April after failing to make a payment on time for an $82 million loan At the time, EKN Development stressed that it remained committed to getting the Waldorf Astoria project done. But negotiations with the lender proved to be challenging, and a notice of trustee sale was filed in July EKN Development and the lender reached an agreement before the sale “We are focused on ensuring a successful outcome for all stakeholders as we actively work through the restructuring of financing as we’ve expressed before,” EKN founder and CEO Ebbie K Nakhjavani said in a statement at the time “We remain fully committed to the revitalization of the Tahoe Biltmore site as we continue to invest in and make progress on site work.” the status of the project’s financial restructuring is now in question A notice of default is the first step in the foreclosure process after a borrower fails to make a payment on time borrowers who are served a notice of default have 35 days to make past-due payments the borrower can be sent a notice of trustee sale to auction off the property after three months The proposed Waldorf Astoria isn’t the first troubled development on the site Boulder Bay bought the Tahoe Biltmore with plans for redevelopment the project stalled for a decade over financing issues EKN Development acquired the Tahoe Biltmore in 2021 for $56.8 million and closed it in April 2022 In December 2022, EKN and partner Hilton announced the Waldorf Astoria Lake Tahoe project to much fanfare premium residences and entertainment and recreation amenities Hilton described Lake Tahoe as “a highly sought-after and year-round alpine destination.” “As we continue to grow our luxury portfolio Hilton is always looking for the right opportunities to expand our presence in popular resort destinations,” Kevin Jacobs chief financial officer and president of global development for Hilton were downscaled after pushback from the public Changes were made and the project was then approved by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency EKN Development has done some work on site including demolishing cabins and building connector roads Utilities are being disconnected in preparation for the hotel and casino's demolition That is the last step before major construction work can start You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience As the academic year at Waldorf University concludes in May two familiar faces to the Albert Lea hockey community have completed their impactful freshman season with the Warriors Both 2021 graduates of Albert Lea High School defenseman Carlson and forward Clark played key roles for the Warriors’ ACHA D1 squad contributing to the team’s positive performance and national ranking consideration Spencer Clark and Dylan Carlson are completing their freshman year on the Waldorf hockey team Carlson and Clark’s hockey journeys began at Albert Lea City Arena where they represented both the Albert Lea Youth Hockey Association and the Albert Lea High School boys’ hockey team Their return to play collegiate hockey at the same venue for the Waldorf University Warriors marks a full-circle moment in their careers They also played together for the Steele County Blades (USPHL Premier) in their final two junior hockey seasons after initially taking different post-high school paths Both Carlson and Clark are grateful for the opportunity to continue playing the sport they love at the Albert Lea City Arena the very ice where their passion for hockey was first ignited and nurtured through years of youth and high school competition The familiar surroundings and supportive local fans have made their transition to collegiate hockey a special experience during their freshman year which wraps up with the end of the school term in May watching Carlson and Clark continue their careers at their hometown rink where they developed their skills from a young age Their commitment to the sport and their return to play at the City Arena underscore the strong foundation provided by the local hockey programs provide a platform for local athletes to pursue their hockey dreams while staying connected to their community and playing in a familiar environment The presence of players like Carlson and Clark who appreciate the continued support at the Albert Lea City Arena as their first year concludes strengthens the bond between the university’s hockey program and its Albert Lea supporters As their freshman year at Waldorf comes to a close in May the Albert Lea community looks forward to following the continued progress of Carlson and the entire Waldorf University Warriors hockey team in the seasons to come at the Albert Lea City Arena The Minnesota Timberwolves (33-29) are home in Northwest Division play versus the Utah Jazz (15-45) on Sunday which includes the Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Florida Panthers Top 25 teams will take the court across two games on Monday’s college basketball schedule The college basketball schedule on Monday should provide some fireworks Our computer model has provided picks against the… Ranked teams are on Monday’s college basketball schedule for two games including the Kansas Jayhawks squaring off against… FREDERICKSBURG, Texas, and MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton announced the signing of a branding and management agreement with Wine Country Hospitality Partners LLC—a partnership between Mark Harmon and Tim Sparapani—for the new build Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country and Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in Texas Expected to open in 2027 in Texas Hill Country the resort will introduce the brand’s service to the Fredericksburg destination located two hours outside of Austin and San Antonio the property will encompass 60 hotel guestrooms and suites 37 branded multi-bedroom resort villas eligible to participate in a hotel rental program as 74 additional keys The resort will also include five food and beverage concepts an 11,000-square-foot spa and fitness center “Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country’s signing marks a monumental milestone for Hilton and is integral to both our growth in the state which represents Hilton’s largest hotel portfolio in the United States and Hilton luxury brands portfolio expansion across the Americas,” said Amy King “Conrad Hilton’s legacy in the hotel business began in Texas more than 105 years ago we’re proud to deliver on Conrad’s vision as we introduce our distinguished luxury hotel and residential portfolio in the destination.” Located less than one mile from downtown Fredericksburg Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country will provide a central location for visitors looking to visit Texas Hill Country a wine-tasting destination that is the second most visited wine country in the United States and home to over 100 wineries Designed in collaboration between Studio CABAN the resort will stand as a location for all visitors set against the countryside Accommodations will include authentic Texan design elements and multi-room resort villas catering to individual residents and available for guest rentals The resort will be home to 87 Waldorf Astoria Residences Designed through the same lens as the resort the residences will include single-story estates and cottage-style Sunday homes ranging from three to five bedrooms Fifty of the Waldorf Astoria private residences are placed along the edge of the 106-acre property Owners can access epicurean and wellness amenities provided by the resort as well as resident services known to the Waldorf Astoria brand These homes also introduce the first-ever Waldorf Astoria Residences in Texas I’ve always looked to create destinations with a true sense of place that invite in new and tenured patrons to experience it through a new lens,” said Mark Harmon we’re drawing upon the unique architecture and history of Fredericksburg to create a new experience that opens this budding wine destination to travelers and future residents drawing a spotlight to the area as a whole and all that makes it unique.” “Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country marks a significant shift for hospitality in Texas bringing the renowned service and luxury experience of the brand to a destination with unmatched potential,” said Robert Radovan “Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country open a rare opportunity to call this destination home with the robust amenities and service that come with branded living Each of these homes will be a modern rendition of what exists here today and ushers in a new escape to explore and reconnect with one another.” “We are excited and committed to bringing an unparalleled luxury retreat to Texas building on Fredericksburg’s reputation as a destination to reset in the Hill Country,” said Tim Sparapani “By collaborating with the exceptional team at Hilton and Waldorf Astoria we’re creating something truly unique—an extraordinary space for celebrations and rejuvenating getaways in one of the most breathtaking landscapes in the state.” Guests and residents at Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country can dine at five food and beverage experiences the resort will have over than 11,000 square feet of spa and fitness facilities including 10 treatment rooms and sports courts while younger travelers can use the Kids Club Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country will feature approximately 6,000 square feet of indoor meeting space including a 4,000 square foot event barn and more We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent You can choose to enable or disable some or all of these cookies but disabling some of them may affect your browsing experience Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site such as providing 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girlfriend was discovered in a plastic bin buried in a wooded area near Cedarville State Park Video surveillance showed Guerra last seen entering her Waldorf residence on March 31 Witnesses told police that a violent argument took place between Ramirez Guerra and Barrera-Rosa during the early hours of April 1 surveillance footage captured Barrera-Rosa retrieving a large plastic bin from a shed and transporting it to the back of the house Cell tower data revealed Barrera-Rosa traveled to Prince George’s County to meet his uncle Barrera-Barrera told detectives that Barrera-Rosa confessed to strangling Ramirez Guerra and sought assistance in concealing her body He stated that the victim was already deceased and in a plastic bin in Barrera-Rosa's vehicle when they met Barrera-Barrera admitted to helping Barrera-Rosa bury the body in a wooded area officers located Ramirez Guerra’s body in a plastic bin in the park just where Barrera-Barrera said it would be Immigration and Customs Enforcement for unrelated charges and later transferred to the Charles County Sheriff's Office He is currently held without bond at the Charles County Detention Center Barrera-Barrera faces charges as an accessory after the fact to murder in Prince George’s County and is also being held without bond by David Eisen March 26, 2025 - Categories: Featured, Hospitality News, Hotels: News, It’s déjà vu all over again for Mark Harmon who for 30 years flourished as the founder and CEO of Auberge Resorts Collection which played no small role as an originator in the luxury boutique space with a portfolio of properties whose services and amenities may have only been outdone by their natural surroundings which was opened in the late 1980s by Harmon’s father This was only a few years after the 1976 “Judgment of Paris” tasting where Napa Valley wines beat out French wines putting Napa on the world stage and beckoning oenophiles the world over and well before the film “Sideways” made Merlot anathema Here’s the point: There is something in the Harmon DNA that acts like an antenna for knowing where the next big thing is going to be—it just so happens to be associated with wine this time with a bold new project in Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country The state of Texas is known for many things: cowboys It’s a state where Lone Star beer is sacrosanct but changing nonetheless and Harmon and his partners’ new project Texas Hill Country is a region central in the state with bucolic typography of rolling hills and limestone outcrops and a climate that allows for wine production Within Texas Hill Country is Texas Wine Country and within Texas Wine Country is the city of Fredericksburg just over an hour from both San Antonio and Austin and considered a starting point for those visiting wineries in the region It’s an area Harmon visited three decades ago around the time when he was cutting his teeth with Auberge “I was scouting around and someone said That Fredericksburg is super cool.'” He made the drive up and agreed—it was pretty cool recently rated some of the area wines in the 90s and above.) This prognostication led Harmon to put his money where his mind is with his partners Robert Radovan and Tim Sparapani announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country and Waldorf Astoria Residences Texas Hill Country through a brand and management agreement with Hilton to be built on 106 acres of what Harmon calls land with “great orientation,” is Waldorf Astoria’s debut property in Texas and will consist of 60 guestrooms and suites 37 branded multi-bedroom resort villas that are eligible to participate in a hotel rental program The resort will also include five food-and-beverage concepts (stay tuned for a celebrity chef announcement) Groundbreaking is slated for later this summer with a 2027 scheduled opening Harmon and his partners could have elected to build the hotel and manage it under his own Private Label Collection a portfolio of hotels and restaurants he established with his partner and includes the highly rated Hotel Wailea Harmon was attracted to the brand right off the bat particularly drawn to it on the heels of the much-anticipated reopening of Waldorf Astoria New York let’s find a brand that can really help us out and has great management,” Harmon said acknowledging that other luxury brands and operators were considered He said that within two days of bringing the project to Hilton and Waldorf Astoria Waldorf Astoria has deepened its reach into resort locations It will open Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique later this spring and in 2019 took over The Resort at Pedregal in Los Cabos rebranding it as Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal There are currently 34 Waldorf Astoria properties globally with another 30 in the pipeline “They saw our vision and how to shape a really great resort experience in Texas,” Harmon said “They stood out head and shoulders among everyone for their commitment their knowledge and willingness to move quickly and to say ‘We believe in this project.'” there are just a handful of high-end properties in the area Texas Hill Country has an assemblage of independent but there is just a smattering of true luxury resorts Hyatt’s wellness-centric brand; the space is still white And it’s not just because people want to sample the wine. People are moving to the area in droves: Texas Hill Country is one of the fastest growing regions in a state that continues to draw population and companies who see it as a place where it’s easier to do business and has further inducements like no personal income tax “You look at the number of companies that have moved there the number of wealthy people that have moved there—it’s a dynamic market,” Harmon said adding that developing a project like this comes in at a significantly lower cost and with less aggravation than doing it in with its onerous restrictions and regulations Texas Wine Country is angling for its own sliver of stature “What I see is the ability to do something of real quality that becomes a destination but what we love about this area is the spirit of welcome a big Texas warm welcome,” Harmon said Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country adds cachet and draw to an area that You must be logged in to post a comment Get the scoop on the latest news in the hospitality industry Username can contain any letters or numbers The past few days have been devastating for so many in the Pasadena Waldorf School community Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the fires Please know that we are holding you in our thoughts and sending you strength during this challenging time our Machris Mariposa Campus has been severely impacted by the fire while the Mendocino Campus has sustained some damage We recognize how distressing this news is and understand the uncertainty we face together as a community What we do know is this: we will rebuild – stronger PWS has launched an official GoFundMe campaign to support our rebuilding efforts directly The official PWS GoFundMe will raise funds for our rebuilding efforts and your contributions will be tax-deductible We understand that many of you have been deeply affected by the fire and may not be in a position to give at this time we would greatly appreciate it if our friends and followers throughout the world could share the campaign link on social media or via email with those who might consider supporting Pasadena Waldorf School and rebuild this extraordinary Pasadena Waldorf School community together!” Pasadena Waldorf School (Machris Mariposa Campus Kindergarten, Grades 1-8), 209 E. Mariposa Street, Altadena CA 91001, (626) 794-9564 or visit https://www.pasadenawaldorf.org/ Learn more about the Pasadena area's finest private schools The new spaces in the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas are part of a multi-million dollar renovation Thomas Hart Shelby/Courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas