ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Renaissance Asheville Hotel today received its Native Pollinator Garden Certification from Asheville Greenworks, a community-based, volunteer-led environmental conservation and education organization.
Renaissance Asheville is a long-time supporter of pollinators, hosting the annual Black Jar International Honey Tasting Contest each June in honor of Pollinator Month. Every year, the Center for Honeybee Research invites beekeepers to enter their honey in a tasting contest. While many honey contests are judged based on a variety of criteria including clarity, moisture, and foam, the Black Jar relies solely on taste. Jars of honey are wrapped in black cloth and tasted over a variety of preliminary rounds, culminating in the final event held at the Renaissance Asheville.
In addition to hosting this annual event, the Renaissance Asheville is home to two hives and a pollinator garden featuring milkweed and black-eyed Susan flowers. Inspired by the garden, the hotel's decor features honeycombs at the entrance and throughout the public space.
"We are excited to win this award from Asheville Greenworks. Our focus on keeping the honeybee population thriving, the sustainability and certification of our pollinator garden give our associates and guests something else to be proud of," said Eric Paul, general manager.
Pollinator gardens, which are designed to attract bees, are certified when they meet these requirements:
- Planting native plants that come from trusted nurseries
- Planting species that bloom at different times of the year to provide food throughout the growing season
- Incorporating not only nectar-providing species, but also larval hosts such as milkweed
- Avoiding pesticide use around the habitat
Located in the heart of downtown, nestled between the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, Renaissance Asheville features modern amenities such as complimentary Wi-fi, a fitness center, valet parking, and the only indoor Junior Olympic sized salt-water pool in the area. The contemporary guest rooms offer modern décor and gorgeous views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The hotel features over 22,000 square feet of meeting and event space with rooftop views. The 13 event rooms and Grand Ballroom are perfect for meetings, weddings, and receptions for up to 1,000 guests. Centrally located, the hotel is walking distance to local breweries, restaurants, shopping, and outdoor activities such as ziplining, nature walks, and rafting.
To learn more about Renaissance Asheville or book a reservation, visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/avlbr-renaissance-asheville-hotel.
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About Renaissance Hotels
With over 170 hotels in nearly 40 countries around the world, Renaissance Hotels is doubling down on its commitment to design with dramatic renovations and dynamic global growth on the horizon. Around the world, Renaissance Hotels connects travelers to the spirit of the neighborhood through its unexpected design, entertaining evening bar rituals and engaging Navigators, extending an open invitation to experience the unexpected both inside and out of the hotel. Renaissance Hotels is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy™, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.
About Windsor Hospitality
For over four decades, Windsor Hospitality has served as an award-winning real estate development and management company, focusing on diverse asset classes across multiple brands. Formerly Windsor Capital Group, our core competency is owning and operating select and full service, branded and independent hotels from coast to coast. The foundation of our lasting success relies on the accountability of our guiding principles to maximize results and outdistance the ordinary. We leverage curiosity, innovation, and drive to deliver on the promise of excellence in all that we do. Superior performance comes from an environment of collaboration, where exceptional people are empowered to realize their full potential. We cultivate unique opportunities to shape experiences and catapult careers while maintaining a commitment to put more life into work. Ideas engage, people, grow and teams thrive. Windsor Hospitality's corporate office is located in Santa Monica, California. For more information please visit http://www.windsorhospitality.com.
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