The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences recently visited the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster in New Jersey to bestow a SIX STAR DIAMOND AWARD to the Club for the third consecutive year.  President of the Academy, Joseph Cinque personally bestowed the award to General Manager of Trump National, David Schutzenhofer.
During his visit, Mr. Cinque joined Mr. Trump discussed the global hospitality business as it relates to golf courses. One of the reasons that Mr. Trump leads the way in this category is that offers a sophisticated and luxurious haven for golfers of all ages and their families.
Mr. Trump does everything BIG, and he certainly exemplifies this philosophy at Trump National. The sprawling complex is 506 acres of serene landscape and is situated among former pastures and paddocks, streams, lakes and stands of Cedar and Oak trees. An extensive equestrian trail system surrounds the property.
Trump National is a very private club, with 36 holes of world-class golf designed by Tom Fazio and Tom Fazio II. The course was selected to host the 2017 U.S. Women’s Open.
What makes Trump National Golf Club at Bedminster a Six Star Diamond Experience is the membership privileges. Members’ amenities include 36 Holes of World Class Golf, exquisite 16 acre practice facility, two driving ranges, and five putting greens. A pool complex with a 25-meter heated pool. 4 Har-Tu Tennis Courts, a basketball court, luxury overnight accommodations, as well as dining in the Clubhouse, on the rooftop veranda, or the poolside bistro. For the business elite, Trump National Golf Club Bedminster offers a helipad and a business conference center.
Donald Trump has made sure that he has his personal touch on everything, to make sure that the guest, golfer or not, leaves with an immaculate and unforgettable experience.
For more information and reservations visit www.trumpnationalbedminster.com

AAHS Trustee and MLB Hall of Famer Dave Winfield with Front Office Mgr. Brandon Sanchez from the Beverly Hills Hotel, bestowing the Six Star Diamond Award for the Polo Lounge.

AAHS Trustee and MLB Hall of Famer Dave Winfield was at The Polo Lounge in the Beverly Hills Hotel to bestow the highly coveted Six Star Diamond Award.
The Polo Lounge is known for its refined setting, the exceptional cuisine and flawless service. The Polo Lounge is the place to see and be seen  while dining in style, and is affiliated with the Dorchester Collection which guarantees satisfaction.

The Polo Lounge, at the Beverly Hills Hotel, has been the favorite breakfast spot and watering hole for generations of stars and Hollywood deal-makers. Guests enjoy indoor and outdoor seating for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and late-night suppers. Lunch and dinner are served with piano accompaniment alternating with light jazz on the patio during the long summer nights. Jazz music is also featured during Sunday Brunch. In the evening guests can come to relax and enjoy one of their many specialty cocktails or old favorites.

Open: 7:00am to 1:30am
For reservations, book online here or call the Polo Lounge directly at 310.887.2777

Let’s start with the basics…

AHEE JEWELERS:
A beautiful piece of jewelry from Ahee Jewelers is a one stop and shop jewel experience that she will treasure forever. treat her like the Queen that she is Royally… it’s a nice way to show how much you appreciate mom. Edmund T. Ahee Jewelers is an expansive stand alone destination that has become one of the most revered and trusted fine jewelry stores in the Midwest and beyond. At Ahee you will find exclusive jewelry from the world’s most remarkable brand name designers including Roberto Coin, Mikimoto, David Yurman, Marco Bicego, Ivanka Trump, Ippolita and more. www.ahee.com

SPAS

Everybody’s superhero deserves a day full of pampering. Below is a list of our favorite Star Diamond Spas. Let mom indulge all her senses Peace, Relaxation & Tranquillity equal harmony and one happy mom!!!

Trump International Hotel & Tower® Chicago | Chicago, IL: 
The Trump Hotel Collection knows how to spoil its guests –especially women- by offering the best services and amenities. The Trump International Hotel & Tower in Chicago offers the 23,000 sq. ft. Spa at Trump which features an array of star studded services with treatment rooms and spa hotel suites overlooking the Chicago skyline. All within walking distance to the best of downtown Chicago, from the exclusive shops on Michigan Avenue to the historic sites along the Riverwalk. www.trumphotelcollection.com

Hotel Bel-Air | Los Angeles, CA:
Mothers are the superstars in our lives, so why not make them feel like one. Make your mom feel like a Hollywood Star at Hotel Bel-Air. 12 acres of gardens create a peaceful environment for health and wellness for over 65 years. The newly renovated Hotel Bel-Air Spa by La Prairie features seven treatment rooms, including a couples enclave with private patio, a mosaic steam, comfortably chic relaxation areas, and a new state-of-the-art fitness studio is adjacent to the spa. www.hotelbelair.com

Red Lane Spa:
If you’re looking to relax and rejuvenate while on your vacation, then take a journey down the path to pampering at Red Lane® Spa, where you’ll discover a serene sanctuary. This is where classic European spa rituals are infused with the truly distinct essence of the Caribbean. Utilizing exclusive Red Lane® botanical products and essential oils, we promise you’ll discover a sense of ease and calm found only in their tropical paradise. With over 20,000 sq.ft., Beaches Negril features one of the largest and most comprehensive spa facilities in Jamaica. www.beaches.com
The Dorchester | London, UK:
Mom will be delighted at The Spa in The Dorchester. The Spa offers signature facials by internationally renowned Carol Joy London, and for the first time in London skincare treatments offered by Kerstin Florian, along with acclaimed  Aromatherapy Associates.
The spa also features nine spacious and sound-proof treatment rooms including two double suites, a mani-pedi suite and sleek relaxation room. www.thedorchester.com

Let’s not forget that Asia offers some of the best spa experiences in the world. If your mom lives or travels in Asia, we have some suggestions that she will really appreciate.

Mandarin Oriental | Tokyo, Japan: 
Mandarin Oriental in Tokyo offers the Spa in the sky (1,050 sq.m.) located on the 38th floor of the hotel, features 4 multi-functional treatment rooms, 5 VIP Spa Suites, vitality pool, amethyst crystal steam room, sky view sauna and rain shower. www.mandarinoriental.com/tokyo

Tangla Tianjin | Tianjin, China:
Give your mom the Star Diamond Experience that she deserves. The Spa at Tangla will be your mom’s haven on earth. It will help her rejuvenate her inner peace and external well-being. Let her discover a perfect balance with Western products and Asian spa techniques. www.tanglahotels.com

RESTAURANTS

What’s better then leaving the cooking to someone else and making sure mom stays outta The kitchen on her special day…Restaurants  all over the world offer special packages. Below are some Star Diamond Properties that you can’t go wrong with, and will impress the first woman that you ever loved!!!

Jean-George’s New York, NY:
The Crown Jewel in Chef Jean‑Georges Vongerichten’s empire, the restaurant offers the very best in fine dining and elegance. The impeccable service, the tableside preparations, and the floor‑to‑ceiling windows with stunning views of Central Park and Columbus Circle all contribute to an unforgettable dining experience that your mom will cherish and never forget. www.jean-georgesrestaurant.com

David Burke Townhouse | New York, NY:
Show your mom exactly how much you love her by celebrating her day at David Burke Townhouse. The three-course prix fixe brunch features Chef Burke’s signature dishes and favorites. From “Titanic” French Toast to Crispy Chicken “Under Brick,” David Burke offers sublime selections that will be sure to make her day. And if you’d rather imbibe later in the day, come in for their regular but oh-so-spectacular a la carte menu, featuring roasted duck, braised short ribs and apple tarts. Either way, you’ll be the apple of mom’s eye!
Brunch will be served from 10:30 AM – 5 PM. Dinner will be served from 5 PM – 9 PM. www.davidburketownhouse.com

Park Side Restaurant | Corona, NY:
An Italian Landmark in the heart of Corona, Queens, Park Side Restaurant is truly  a destination that is worth the trip. Bring your appetite and your mom to enjoy authentic & always delicious dishes using the freshest ingredients and attention to detail served by thier professional staff. www.parksiderestaurantny.com

Residenz Heinz Winkler | Bavaria, Germany:
Your Queen for the day will also enjoy The Six-Star Residenz Heinz Winkler nestled in a Bavarian fairytale, located between Salzburg and Munich, not far from the Chiemsee Lake. It’s the ideal place to stay and dine, complete with a health and beauty center. www.residenz-heinz-winkler.de

Happy Mother’s Day to all the Women Worldwide who are proud to be honored on this extremely important day!!!
Moms you will Always have our hearts & respect!
Enjoy your day!!!!

On May 24, Delta will open its newly transformed international hub at JFK’s Terminal 4, a $1.4 billion investment to create a state-of-the-art facility for New York City’s largest and fastest-growing airline. To promote this new home at JFK, Delta is bringing it to life in the city, with an experiential space in Soho, called “T4X” that will re-create key aspects of the terminal.

For more information please visit: www.delta.com/t4x.

T4X will be open Tuesdays – Sundays, from May 1st – May 22nd, from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., in SoHo: 376 West Broadway at the corner of  Broome Street.

Check out this exclusive experience to preview JFK T4’s distinct enhancements, including:
• The Delta Sky Priority® check-in process
• The new flagship Delta Sky Club®
• The Sky Deck™ at Delta Sky Club, a stylish outdoor terrace

You also can enjoy:
• Lunch fare representing Delta’s international destinations for just $4
• A space to work, relax or re-charge

Visit T4X and be the first to  experience the new JFKT4.

Hotel Encanto Acapulco is the first resort in its category to receive the coveted Five Star Diamond Award.
Its iconic architecture, the warmth and quality of its service are just a few of the reasons The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences bestowed the Five Star Diamond Award to Encanto.  President Joseph Cinque personally presented the award to celebrated architect Miguel Angel Aragones during a beautiful ceremony that took place on the Encanto grounds overlooking the stunning Acapulco Bay.
The glittering lights of Acapulco were shining while celebrities, tourism luminaries and special guests joined in celebration with the Encanto team. Surrounded by Encanto’s amazing architecture, spectacular gardens, and beautiful water views, the award ceremony was an event not to be missed.

Acapulco is a destination like no other, offering breathtaking views and spectacular attractions. The state of Guerrero, has established an enviable reputation for exceptional hospitality and now, thanks to the Hotel Encanto Acapulco and its reception for the Five Star Diamond Award, the standard of the hotel industry in the region will be even higher. The academy looks forward to the new shining star in Acapulco

For more information and reservations at Hotel Encanto Acapulco please visit encantoacapulco.mx

The Encanto Group has the honor to invite you to the celebration on the recognition for the Five Star Diamond Award of its first property Hotel Encanto, Acapulco, on April 25, 2013.

RSVP Here

HOTELS

Coworth Park | Ascot, UK
Coworth Park is a stylish country-house hotel in Berkshire. The eco-luxury spa has solid eco-credentials, providing a sense of the natural environment, natural light, organic materials. The spa’s ‘living roof’ is a garden of thyme, chamomile, lavender and other fragrant herbs used in some of the treatments. www.coworthpark.com

Hotel Martinez | Cannes, France
Standing tall overlooking the sea of the Croisette, Hotel Martinez has affirmed itself for decades as one of the most important of the European hotels. Hotel Martinez continues to be a leader in sustainability and responsible tourism, and is continuously committed to minimize the impact on the environment. www.hotel-martinez.com

Oheka Castle | Huntington, NY
This famous historic mansion is located on the famed Gold Coast of Long Island between New York City and The Hamptons.
The resort is well-known for preserving the environment while at the same time using it for entertainment. Oheka is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. www.oheka.com

Sandals Emerald Bay Great Exuma, Bahamas
Deep within the idyllic waters of the Exuma, Sandals Emerald Bay brings unprecedented luxury to the easy-going rhythms of the Bahamian Out Islands. Sandals Resorts go in great lengths to reduce their carbon footprint and educate their guests living a green lifestyle. www.sandals.com

RESTAURANTS

ABC Kitchen | New York, NY
Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s ABC Kitchen, is passionately committed to offering the freshest organic & local ingredients. www.abckitchennyc.com

Bouley | New York, NY
Chef David Bouley emphasizes on freshness and purity of ingredients. Bouley is the only Six Star Diamond Green Restaurant. www.davidbouley.com

Fromagerie | Rumson, NJ
In homage to the abundant produce and seafood of his native Garden State, Chef David Burke’s dishes feature seasonal and local offerings. www.fromagerierestaurant.com

Restaurant 181 | Munich, Germany
Restaurant 181 doesn’t only offer incredible views of Munich, it also features Chef Otto Koch’s healthy menu, which includes locally sourced, organically raised, harvested produce and sustainable seafood. www.restaurant181.com

CORPORATE MEMBERS

Punzoné Premium Organic Vodka
Ultra-Premium Punzoné Vodka is uniquely crafted in a five-column distillation system from organic Italian wheat grown in North West Italy. After distillation, the vodka is precisely blended with pristine waters from the Italian Alps to ensure superior organic excellence. Every single ingredient in all three Punzoné Vodka products is sourced straight from the ground to the bottle and has been certified organic by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the European Union. Securing such extensive organic certification is no small feat.  www.punzone.com

Red Lane Spa at Sandals Emerald Bay
A sanctuary for mind, body and soul, the Red Lane® Spa, exclusively at Sandals, is the ultimate temple of relaxation, offering eco-friendly products & spa services. www.sandals.com

Located 150 meters above sea level, in the hills of Las Brisas, the Encanto offers some of the most spectacular views of Acapulco Bay, the ocean and the costal city skyline. The ambiance of the hotel is chic and stylish and mixed with a traditional and friendly Mexican service.
The show stoppers are the the penthouse level Spa where you can get a massage overlooking the Bay of Acapulco (both indoor and outdoor treatment rooms), an outdoor jacuzzi overlooking Acapulco Bay with jaw dropping views of incredible amber hued sunsets and the two corner Presidential suites that offer panoramic views of Acapulco.

Encanto Hotel in Acapulco is a captivating, stylish and modern luxury hotel

Hotel Encanto also offers an array of activities such as yachting, para-gliding, diving and more. The Encanto beach club is situated very close to the hotel and worth descending the hill to chill out there in ‘shabby chic style’.

Excellent service is always at your fingertips with the Encanto Samsung tablet that checks in with you. This tablet can access 24 concierge service, over 1,000 in room movies as well as internet service.

For more information and reservations visit www.encantoacapulco.mx/en

Chef Chris Beischer receives the Five Star Diamond Award for The Mercer Kitchen, from AAHS President Joseph Cinque

Recently The Mercer Kitchen, at 99 Prince Street, located in The Mercer Hotel was bestowed the Five Star Diamond Award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. On behalf of (The Mercer) Kitchen, Executive Chef Christopher Beischer received the coveted and prestigious recognition from AAHS President Joseph Cinque.

Renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerighten -owner & creator- has combined a menu with pure, seasonal, locally produced ingredients, prepared in a simple yet elegant style, along with excellent service,  which creates an award-winning combination.

For more information about (The Mercer) Kitchen and to make reservations visit www.themercerkitchen.com

Chef David Bouley receives the Green Six Star Diamond Award from AAHS President Joseph Cinque

The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences was at Bouley Restaurant in TriBeCa to bestow the Green Six Star Diamond Award. Chef David Bouley, who is one of the world’s most innovative Chefs, revolutionized French Dining in NYC. He was the first to utilize a
Tasting Menu in the USA and now he is on the forefront of culinary creativity once again with the development of “Haute Health” food.
Bouley Restaurant offers an indulgent and warm color scheme, handcrafted candles and massive French paintings. The decor at Bouley New York gives off a refreshing feeling of something both classic and different.
According to Bouley, the first step as a cook is to collect the best ingredients and to combine them masterfully. All of his ingredients are organic from local farms and suppliers. Then it is all about technique, presentation and service. Combining all of these
“ingredients” the guest receives the ultimate culinary experience.

To find out more about the restaurant and the chef goo to www.davidbouley.com