News Releases

The Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia National Park is introducing a new way for families to explore the Park this summer, the Wuksachi Nature Adventure. Valid May through October, the adventure game is designed to give families a unique and memorable Big Trees experience.

With beachfront lodging values that are virtually unparalleled on the Monterey Peninsula, Asilomar Conference Grounds offers a special summer calendar of “Hot Rates for Hot Dates” -- beginning as low as $109, including full country-style breakfast. These special lodging rates, which range from $109 to $149 (depending upon room type and availability), are offered on select weekday and weekend dates from now through August 2007 at the historic nature retreat.

Saratoga Gaming and Raceway unveiled more of its expansion Tuesday. New York State's first video gaming facility announced major headlining acts scheduled to appear this summer in their new night club; Vapor. The expanded gaming floor with it's new High Limit area, Garden Buffet, and new night club are scheduled to open May 25th with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting.

Delaware North Companies - Boston, operators of the TD Banknorth Garden, have named industry veteran Nicholas Langella as senior vice president, arena business and operations. In his role, Langella will direct and oversee all day to day business operations for the TD Banknorth Garden including facility management and event management, technology, tenant and labor relations, guest services, ticketing, and retail.

Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitality Services has named Lance Sanson the general manager of all food operations at Richmond International Airport.

Delaware North Companies announced today they have named Roland G. Henin, certified master chef, corporate executive chef and chief culinary ambassador for their global hospitality operations. Delaware North Companies is a global leader in hospitality and food service with locations ranging from global sports stadia and airports to national parks, destination resorts and entertainment venues.

Murder and intrigue, unsavory characters and a scavenger hunt are all part of the fun during “Cinco de Murder,” a murder mystery weekend at the Lodge & Conference Center at Geneva-on-the-Lake, on Friday, May 4, through Sunday, May 6, 2007.

Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts' long-standing commitment to excellence in the culinary arts can be found in an elegant five-course dinner or a filling family lunch at any of its resort properties and vacation destinations. At The BALSAMS Grand Resort Hotel, the American Culinary Foundation (ACF) National Apprenticeship Training Program for Cooks and Pastry Cooks passes the tradition onto student chefs by providing expert training and applied experience necessary for jobs in the world's best kitchens.

Delaware North Companies Sportservice Chef Matthew Auck, who works for the Cleveland Indians, recently earned the prestigious distinction of certified executive chef from the American Culinary Federation.

The Football Association, which organizes the oldest football competition in the world -- the Football Association Challenge Cup (FA Cup) -- has confirmed this year's championship game will be played at Wembley Stadium on May 19.