Olivia Patterson is a business correspondent for TravModo, specializing in the leisure and hospitality industries. She reports on new developments, corporate investments, and their economic impact on local communities.
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Six Flags America in Bowie, Maryland, has closed permanently after decades of operation. The 523-acre property is now up for sale, with its future use yet to be determined, following the park's strugg
David Lloyd Club opens its 100th UK and Ireland facility, David Lloyd Acton Park, a state-of-the-art leisure center offering extensive fitness, spa, and family amenities in West London.
David Lloyd Clubs opened its 103rd UK facility in Adlington, Cheshire, on March 18, 2024. The new club features extensive fitness, wellness, and family amenities.
David Lloyd Leisure is set to open a new health and fitness club in Shawfair, southeast of Edinburgh, featuring pools, gyms, tennis, and spa facilities, creating 75 jobs.
MARTA has launched its 'Better Breeze' fare collection system, aiming for a more convenient and efficient experience with new card options and mobile payment integration. This upgrade modernizes the t
The new David Lloyd Club in Shawfair, Edinburgh, has officially opened, offering a premium health and wellness facility with indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, and spa services.
Tulum, Mexico's popular Riviera Maya destination, saw hotel occupancy drop over 10% in September due to seaweed, high prices, new infrastructure, and unregulated short-term rentals, prompting official
REI, the long-standing outdoor gear retailer, has announced the permanent closure of all its retail stores, shifting its focus entirely to online operations.
Inspire Entertainment Resort in South Korea has appointed Gyubum Ko as its new CEO, effective December 1. He will replace Chen Si, who is leaving in November.
Woodstock, Georgia, plans a new six-story, 130-room upscale hotel in its downtown area, featuring dining, a spa, retail, and 5,000 sq ft of event space. This development aims to boost tourism and busi
Highgate Hotels has been removed as the operator of Oyo Las Vegas following a significant cybersecurity incident affecting 4,700 individuals. The change has disrupted hotel booking systems.
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Sharon Lane, 77, a retired teacher, has purchased a cabin on the Villa Vie Residences' 'Odyssey' cruise ship to live permanently at sea, traveling the world without daily chores.
David Lloyd Clubs has opened its new health and wellness facility in Shawfair, Scotland. The club offers state-of-the-art gyms, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and padel courts, and family amenities,
A new David Lloyd Club has opened in Adlington, near Macclesfield, featuring extensive health and fitness facilities including pools, tennis courts, and a large gym. This multi-million-pound investmen
David Lloyd Leisure has opened a new £15.5 million health and wellness club in Shawfair, Midlothian, creating 80 jobs and offering extensive facilities.
David Lloyd Club opens a new, extensive leisure facility in Kingston upon Thames, offering a wide range of health, fitness, and wellness amenities to the local community.
David Lloyd Leisure has opened a new £12.5 million health and wellness club in Bicester, Oxfordshire, creating 80 jobs and offering extensive facilities.
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A group led by Bobby Guidry and David Bansmer is negotiating to buy New Orleans' Le Pavillon Hotel for about $43 million, reflecting renewed local interest and lower market prices.