Press Room

CARY, N.C. (Sept. 10, 2025) – Mainsail Lodging & Development, together with Ross Hotel Partners, global real estate firm Hines, and architecture and design firm BRPH, today revealed the name and brand identity for Cary’s newest hotel: The Pagemore Hotel at Fenton, a seven-story, 186-room Tribute Portfolio property set to open in fall 2027. Celebrated […]

“A Rare & Well-Done Experience” brings Tampa’s legendary steakhouse to Midtown Atlanta for one night only, Oct. 7 ATLANTA, Ga. (Sept. 8, 2025) – Reverence, the signature restaurant at Midtown’s Epicurean Atlanta hotel, will host a once-in-a-lifetime dining event this fall as Tampa’s world-renowned Bern’s Steak House takes over the kitchen for a single evening. […]

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Sept. 3, 2025) – Luminary Hotel & Co. today announced the rebranding of its signature restaurant, formerly known as The Silver King Ocean Brasserie, to The Silver King Coastal Kitchen. Guests will find a menu rich with shareable tapas-style plates, vibrant entrées crafted with fresh, local ingredients, and a five-course chef’s tasting […]

TAMPA, Fla. (Aug. 29, 2025) – Stay Sojo, the furnished living brand by Mainsail Lodging & Development, has been awarded a General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract (#47QMCB25D000R under Special Item Number (SIN) 531110 – Long-Term Lodging), opening the door for expanded partnerships with U.S. government agencies nationwide. This prestigious designation streamlines […]

WHO: Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, a private island resort in the British Virgin Islands and proud host of the prestigious Scrub Island Billfish Series, an elite offshore fishing tournament known for its thrilling competition and luxurious setting. WHAT: The 2025 Scrub Island Billfish Series is an invitation-only, two-leg tournament set in the famed […]

Oxbow Bar & Grill, the waterfront restaurant located just steps from Luminary Hotel & Co., is pleased to announce the appointment of Germán Méndez as its new Chef de Cuisine. With over two decades of international culinary experience, Méndez brings a rich blend of Mediterranean tradition and culinary innovation to the downtown Fort Myers dining […]

Epicurean Hotel, a AAA Four Diamond boutique hotel in South Tampa, has named Dawn Aquila as Spa Director of Spa Evangeline, the property’s acclaimed full-service spa known for its indulgent, ingredient-focused treatments. In her new role, Aquila will oversee all aspects of the spa’s operations, including treatment development, promotional programming, staff training, and retail management. […]

SCRUB ISLAND, B.V.I. (July 1, 2025) – Summer has officially arrived at the luxurious AAA Four-Diamond Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, where guests are stepping into a new season of island indulgence with the debut of private beach cabanas, refreshed dining destinations, and flavorful new menu offerings across the property. Whether soaking up the […]

New hires bring depth, creativity, and momentum to hotel operations and food & beverage programming Dean Drief, Hotel Manager ATLANTA, Ga. (June 30, 2025) – Epicurean Atlanta, Midtown’s luxury culinary-inspired hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of three dynamic new team members who will help shape the guest experience across its award-winning hospitality and […]

TAMPA, Fla. (June 23, 2025) – Mainsail Lodging & Development today announced the promotion of two long-standing team members into key leadership positions, reinforcing the company’s commitment to internal growth and strategic excellence across its expanding portfolio of boutique hotels and resort properties. Brandon Marshall, VP Sales & Marketing Brandon Marshall, who has served as […]