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Marriott Takes On Millennials With Live Hotel

Oct 14, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Marriott is making a play for Millennials (who isn’t?) with their newest hotel in Charlotte. M Beta, which officially opened on October 11, is the brand’s first technology-centric property designed as an innovative approach to hotel stays. I made a trip to the Queen City for the hotel’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, and to see firsthand how Marriott could engage this particular Millennial.

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James Taylor's Childhood Home Sold for $120K Over Asking Price

Aug 17, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Although Grammy Award-winning, singer-songwriter James Taylor’s childhood home sold in June, details of the sale have been kept closed until now. Purchased by James Keith “JK” Brown and Eric Diefenbach, major art benefactors from Manhattan, the seven-bedroom Chapel Hill house on Morgan Creek Road was bought for $1.66 million. 

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Come Home to a Stylist-Designed, Ritz-Carlton Bed & All the Fittings After Your Wedding Night

Nov 9, 2015  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

The day of your wedding will always be one of the most memorable events in your life. From saying your “I Dos” to taking photo booth pics with your favorite people and having your first dance as a married couple, you’ll always remember that night. And as every bride knows, one of the best parts about that evening will also be finally being able to fully relax in your hotel bed after the many months of planning.

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The Jonas Brothers' Dad Set to Open Southern Restaurant in Downtown Belmont

Oct 29, 2015  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

If you’ve ever dreamed of getting a selfie with a Jonas brother, the new Nellie’s Southern Kitchen just may be your chance to do so. Father of the famous trio, Kevin Jonas Sr., is opening up a restaurant in downtown Belmont, about 20 minutes outside of Charlotte. Originally the lot was purchased in 2013 but it wasn’t until this year that plans actually started to materialize for the space.

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The Sophisticated Ballantyne Hotel Gets Southern Luxury & Resort Living Just Right

Oct 6, 2015  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

The Ballantyne is the quintessential Charlotte property, with a southern style that is warm and welcoming while exuding a certain air of sophistication. Home to a hotel, lodge and cottage, the resort features a PGA golf course, spa, 30,000 square feet of event space and delectable dining venues.

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Bank of America Stadium’s $112.5M Remodel Includes New Luxury Suites as Part of 6-Season Contract

Jul 24, 2015  |   Contributor: Marissa Stempien

Are you ready for some fútbol? The Carolina Panthers have just remodeled their team-owned home field—the Bank of America Stadium—to make the space more accommodating for international soccer games they’ll be hosting there beginning this weekend.

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Two Marriott Brands Coming to Charlotte's EpiCentre Tower in 2016

Jul 2, 2014  |   Contributor: Donald Herrera-Fairbairn

With construction slated to begin in Charlotte, N.C. for early 2015, the upcoming EpiCentre tower will be home to two new Marriott brands: AC Hotel and Residence Inn. While the majority of luxury travelers already know about the home-away-from-home style accommodations that many Residence Inn locations are heralded for, the addition of the AC Hotel brand promises to offer a more cosmopolitan destination for travelers.

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Stay a Full 24 Hours at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Any Day of the Week

Jun 16, 2014  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

On the day you check-out of a hotel, there is nothing quite as bothersome as waking up to the thought that in a few hours, you’ll have to be packed and out of the room. Sure, a late checkout (1 p.m.) is nice, but The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte wants to take things one step further and give its guests more time at their five-star hotel.

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The Fitzgerald at Grove Park Gains Momentum With Four Condominiums Left For Sale

Aug 14, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

The luxury real estate market seems to be on the rise, with many generously priced homes being bought all over America, and The Fitzgerald at Grove Park in Asheville, North Carolina is proof of that boom. The Fitzgerald has been seeing some pretty impressive sales this summer, selling six of their 24 luxury condominiums since May.... Read More

The Grove Park Inn: 100 Years of Southern Hospitality in North Carolina

May 3, 2013  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

A hotel "built for the ages," The Grove Park Inn opened in 1913 and through the years has played home to some of the most esteemed men and women in history. One hundred years later, the distinguished inn continues to attract discerning travelers to its Southern location in the beautiful city of Asheville, North Carolina.... Read More

Sleep In Late With The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte "Stay and Play 24" Option

Jan 25, 2013  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte, a AAA Five Diamond rated hotel, has won numerous Conde Nast Traveler awards and is a LEED Gold-certified luxury hotel located in the heart of uptown at College and Trade Streets. The Charlotte Ritz-Carlton was also the first LEED-designed building in the city as well as the first green hotel within The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. Recently, the Charlotte luxury destination announced another first. As a part of their Stay and Play 24 hour package, guests can check out a full 24 hours after check-in.... Read More

Local Bars Help You Get in the Mood For Professional Networking

Jan 16, 2013  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Networking isn't always easy, especially if you're shy, but it's a necessary evil for any young professional trying to get ahead in their chosen career. However, figuring out how to go about networking can be the worst part. How do you know what types... Read More

Sculptor Richard Hunt Chosen To Represent Public Art Inside Romare Bearden Park

Jan 10, 2013  |   Contributor: Sara Cardoza

Chicago-based sculptor Richard Hunt was honored when he was selected to serve as the public artist for Charlotte North Carolina’s Romare Bearden Park. Hunt, who has been working as an artist since 1955, has been honored with more than 100 commissions across the U.S. and has also been the recipient of several prestigious fellowships including the Guggenheim, Ford and Tamarind.... Read More

Umstead Hotel and Spa Partners With Organic Coffee Roaster Larry's Beans

Dec 20, 2012  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

There's nothing like waking up to a fresh cup of coffee. Guests of The Umstead Hotel and Spa can now enjoy the aroma of brown sugar, cocoa and caramel in their coffee cups thanks to the hotel’s new partnership with Larry’s Beans. The Raleigh-based, 100% Organic, Fair Trade, slow-roasted coffee company’s beans are now being brewed property-wide. This change reflects The Umstead’s ongoing commitment to sustainability.... Read More

Charlotte's BLT Steak

Jul 16, 2012  |   Contributor: Michael Pearse

With meals constructed from French main courses and steakhouse styled side dishes, BLT Steak offers up a wonderful array of mouth-watering flavors that complement each other in ways that are not often seen in restaurants anywhere.... Read More

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