Santa Lucia Range

Geolo Capital Sells Iconic Ventana Big Sur Resort for $148 Million

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Professional services, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Finance, Lodging, Construction & Property, Travel, Geography of California, Braniff, Regions of the United States, California counties, Hyatt, John Pritzker, Santa Lucia Range, Ventana, Big Sur, Alila Hotels and Resorts

Geolo Capital, the private equity investment arm of the John Pritzker family office, and its joint-venture partner Wanxiang America Real Estate, recently announced the sale of the iconic Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, to an affiliate of the Hyatt Hotels Corporation for $148 million.

Key Points: 
  • Geolo Capital, the private equity investment arm of the John Pritzker family office, and its joint-venture partner Wanxiang America Real Estate, recently announced the sale of the iconic Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort, to an affiliate of the Hyatt Hotels Corporation for $148 million.
  • I am thrilled that Hyatt will be the steward of Ventana Big Surs next chapter.
  • The sale marks Geolos successful roundtrip investment of the Ventana Big Sur resort, as well as its investment in the Alila brand - a company which Geolo acquired in 2014, attached to Ventana in 2017, and sold to Hyatt in 2018.
  • We are respectful of Ventanas long history in Big Sur and its place in the pantheon of iconic resorts.

Paso Robles Fire Damage Company Announces National Wildfire Awareness Month

Retrieved on: 
Sunday, May 9, 2021
Emergency management, Atascadero, California, Salinas River, Santa Lucia Range, Robles, Wildfire, Paso Robles, California, Servpro, Articles, Nature, Prevention

b'PASO ROBLES, Calif., May 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --May is National Wildfire Awareness month, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has declared May 1 to be Wildfire Community Preparedness Day.

Key Points: 
  • b'PASO ROBLES, Calif., May 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --May is National Wildfire Awareness month, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has declared May 1 to be Wildfire Community Preparedness Day.
  • Joe Powers from SERVPRO of Atascadero/Paso Robles , the fire damage repair company, said, "This is the perfect opportunity for communities to come together and participate in activities to help keep everyone safe from the threat of wildfires.
  • The company is available 24/7 and responds immediately to a fire damage emergency.
  • As fire damage experts, the team has all of the experience, training and certifications to restore your property and possessions to pre-fire condition.\n'

Atascadero insurance agent launches 'Quotes for Good' benefitting ALF Food Pantry

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Salinas River, Santa Lucia Range, Atascadero, California, Pantry, Geography of California

ATASCADERO, Calif., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The John Donovan State Farm Insurance Agency in Atascadero is launching a "Quotes for Good" program to benefit the ALF Food Pantry.

Key Points: 
  • ATASCADERO, Calif., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The John Donovan State Farm Insurance Agency in Atascadero is launching a "Quotes for Good" program to benefit the ALF Food Pantry.
  • Formerly Atascadero Loaves and Fishes, the ALF Food Pantry is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that has been providing groceries free of charge to the Atascadero community for more than 30 years.
  • The ALF Food Pantry distributes groceries and other household items to individuals and families who live in Atascadero, Templeton, Santa Margarita, Creston, and California Valley.
  • The ALF Food Pantry, located at 5411 El Camino Real in Atascadero, is open weekdays from 1-3 p.m. except for most holidays.

Big Sur Businesses Are Open And Accessible On California Highway 1

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Geography of California, California counties, Regions of the United States, All-American Roads, Santa Lucia Range, Big Sur, Northern California, California State Route 1, Pan-American Highway

MONTEREY, Calif., Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelers from around the world dream of visiting the coastal haven of Big Sur along California's iconic Highway 1.

Key Points: 
  • MONTEREY, Calif., Feb. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelers from around the world dream of visiting the coastal haven of Big Sur along California's iconic Highway 1.
  • Early in February, several businesses reopened for outdoor dining and lodging after the state's stay at home orders lifted.
  • "While Highway 1 has been impacted, Big Sur's iconic experiences, world-class lodging and incredible cuisine are still accessible and worth the trip."
  • Additionally, visitors from the south are encouraged to use Highway 101 via Highway 68 to connect to Highway 1 for access to northern Big Sur businesses and attractions.

Gelson's to Debut Four New Stellar Wine Offerings by Julien Fayard

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet, Bordeaux wine, California counties, Wine, Santa Lucia Range, Geography of California, Cullen Wines

The four stellar wines will be available at all 27 Gelson's locations across the Southland.

Key Points: 
  • The four stellar wines will be available at all 27 Gelson's locations across the Southland.
  • Gelson's customers will have the opportunity to meet and participate in a virtual Zoom wine presentation with the highly respected winemaker Fayard on November 10th at 6pm.
  • Created exclusively for Gelson's by Julien Fayard, this splendid single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon boasts classic Bordeaux style.
  • This delectable Red Cuve, expertly blends Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah for a wine of bold yet measured character.

Air Methods, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett Announce Continued Partnership

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
Fort Hunter Liggett, Santa Lucia Range, Liggett, Air medical services, Military personnel

At 165,000 acres, Fort Hunter Liggett offers training opportunities for all U.S. military components and those of allied nations.

Key Points: 
  • At 165,000 acres, Fort Hunter Liggett offers training opportunities for all U.S. military components and those of allied nations.
  • Air Methods provides rotary wing emergency air medical services on the base, including two helicopter aircraft, flight paramedics and nurses, pilots, and mechanics.
  • We are pleased to continue this important partnership with Air Methods, said Col. Charles Bell, Garrison Commander at Fort Hunter Liggett.
  • Air Methods is proud to continue this relationship with Fort Hunter Liggett, which is such an important military installation providing invaluable training, said Jim Caryl, Vice President at Air Methods.

Clayhouse wines announce partnership with Habitat for Humanity for San Luis Obispo County

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 30, 2020
California counties, Geography of California, California, American Viticultural Areas, Paso Robles, California, Santa Lucia Range, Paso Robles AVA, San Luis Obispo, California, Durif, Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, California, Creston District AVA

PASO ROBLES, Calif., July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --San Luis Obispo's Clayhouse wines have entered a partnership with Habitat for Humanity for San Luis Obispo County (HFHSLOCO).

Key Points: 
  • PASO ROBLES, Calif., July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --San Luis Obispo's Clayhouse wines have entered a partnership with Habitat for Humanity for San Luis Obispo County (HFHSLOCO).
  • Habitat for Humanity for San Luis Obispo brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
  • Wines made by longtime San Luis Obispo County winemaker Blake Kuhn include Clayhouse Adobe Red Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petite Sirah.
  • Habitat for Humanity for San Luis Obispo County (HFHSLOCO) brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Carmody McKnight Estate Winery Challenges Wine Industry to Respect Science, Health and History

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 27, 2020
California counties, Geography of California, San Luis Obispo County, California, American Viticultural Areas, Paso Robles AVA, Marian McKnight, Gary Conway, Paso Robles, California, Robles, McKnight, Paso Robles station, Santa Lucia Range

PASO ROBLES, Calif., July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Carmody McKnight Estate Winery in Paso Robles, with proprietors actor/artist Gary Conway and former Miss America Marian McKnight Conway, announced the launch of a new website https://carmodymcknight.com .

Key Points: 
  • PASO ROBLES, Calif., July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Carmody McKnight Estate Winery in Paso Robles, with proprietors actor/artist Gary Conway and former Miss America Marian McKnight Conway, announced the launch of a new website https://carmodymcknight.com .
  • 40-year family farming history beginning with harrowing 1968 helicopter crash on West Paso Robles ranch.
  • Most of the wine industry has been in the vanguard of eco-ignorance.Those days are resoundingly over and leadership, more than ever, means leading by example.That is the destiny of Carmody McKnight."
  • Through decades of university-directed studies, it is now known that the estate limestone-calcareous-montmorillonite-magmatic-igneous vineyard possesses uniquely supreme nutrient-rich soils/terroir.

Iconic Big Sur Resort Invites Guests To Explore Its 160 Pristine Acres With New Inclusive Offer Beginning July 15

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Geography of California, Santa Lucia Range, California counties, Big Sur, California State Route 1, Northern California, Ventana, Resort

BIG SUR, Calif., June 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ventana Big Sur , an Alila Resort overlooking California's scenic Big Sur coastline, today announced it will open July 15, 2020 with a new inclusive offer that blends luxury, simplicity, and convenience to help guests ease back into exploration.

Key Points: 
  • BIG SUR, Calif., June 11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ventana Big Sur , an Alila Resort overlooking California's scenic Big Sur coastline, today announced it will open July 15, 2020 with a new inclusive offer that blends luxury, simplicity, and convenience to help guests ease back into exploration.
  • Perched on 160 forested acres along the state's most iconic stretch of Highway 1, the adults-only, 59-room resort is perfectly positioned for travelers who seek an escape close to home.
  • The Ventana Big Sur picnic program, including a menu of options for casual al fresco meals.
  • Set among 160 acres of rolling meadows, wooded hillsides, towering redwood forests and ocean views, the adults-only resort provides an inclusive offer that allows guests to explore Ventana Big Sur like never beforewith one simple rate, and infinite possibilities.

Ribas Roofing Announces New Website By Access Publishing

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Atascadero, California, Salinas River, Santa Lucia Range, Roofing, Roof

PASO ROBLES, Calif., June 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ribas Roofing and Services in Atascadero , CA has announced a new website by Access Publishing .

Key Points: 
  • PASO ROBLES, Calif., June 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ribas Roofing and Services in Atascadero , CA has announced a new website by Access Publishing .
  • The Atascadero-based Ribas Roofing and Services team members hold all of the appropriate licensing and certifications required by the industry.
  • Owner, Daniel Ribas, has been working in the construction industry since 1995 and formed Ribas Roofing and Services in 2007.
  • Ribas Roofing and Services is the only company in the local area that services roofing contracts for Lowe's.