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H O T E L H A P P E N I N G S B M & T ••• January/February 2026 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 11 Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.'s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, enter- tainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the Company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY frame- work. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER. For more informa- tion, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate. VELAS RESORTS IN MEXICO CELEBRATES 35TH ANNIVERSARY Mexican Owned Resort Group Debuts Suite Renovation, Kids Spa, New Kids & Teens Clubs; Celebrates Michelin Stars Velas Resorts in Mexico celebrates its 35th anniversary under the direction of new Chief Executive Officer, Juan Vela Ruiz. Velas Resorts includes the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas resorts in Riviera Maya, Riviera Nayarit and Los Cabos, adults only Casa Velas and Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos, family-friendly Velas Vallarta, and boutique seaside retreat Mar del Cabo. The milestone comes as the brand continues to invest in elevated offerings across its portfolio, with new enhancements and guest-focused innovations that further enhance the experiences. In 1991, Vela Ruiz's brother, Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founded Velas Resorts with Velas Vallarta in Puerto Vallarta. From the beginning, the vision was to deliver something more meaning- ful than a place to stay—an elevated expression of Mexican hospitality centered on warmth, generosity, and service. What began as a single property has grown into one of the country's most awarded luxury brands, still proudly owned and operat- ed by the Mexican family committed to honoring and evolv- ing that legacy. Velas Resorts' trajectory accelerated in 2002 with the debut of Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, a bold move that pio- neered what all-inclusive luxury could be. Eduardo Vela had the conviction to challenge the status quo, proving that the all-inclusive model could be refined and deeply experiential. The property was built on a simple but disruptive idea: offer world-class cuisine, suite accommodations, and service stan- dards typically found in leading global luxury hotels, with the simplicity and ease of "everything included." This philosophy placed Velas Resorts at the forefront of a new era of high-end all-inclusive travel for families, couples, and groups seeking elevated experiences without compromise. Today, Velas Resorts continues to build on that legacy with a track record of accolades, including AAA Five Diamond awards across its Grand Velas properties, Forbes Five-Star recognitions for SE Spa, and MICHELIN Stars at Cocina de Autor in both Los Cabos and Riviera Maya, making Velas the only all-inclusive resort company worldwide with dual MICHELIN-starred venues. These distinctions underscore the brand's long-standing commitment to excellence and demonstrate that an all-inclusive model can stand shoulder- to-shoulder with the world's most respected luxury hotels. Early last year, Velas Resorts' expanded with Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos, a new resort and concept in the all inclu- sive space. Adults only, it is a stylish sanctuary, its own world of relaxation, pampering, with the personal service for which Velas Resorts is known. In keeping with its commitment to continual innovation, the company is set to debut several major enhancements across the seven property portfolio this year. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit and Velas Vallarta reveal newly renovated suites, introducing refined interiors, updated technology, and contemporary design. Grand Velas Riviera Maya launches a Kids Spa, offering bespoke treatments for younger guests and unveils redesigned Kids and Teens Clubs with expanded pro- gramming and modernized spaces, golf simulator and state- of-the-art cinema. In November of last year, Velas Resorts commemorated its 35th anniversary, celebrating Eduardo's legacy and the con- tinued evolution led by CEO Juan Vela Ruiz. Across all the resorts, the promise remains the same: genuine service, cuisine that delights, and experiences where every detail is crafted for the guest. For more information, please visit www.velasresorts.com.