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Mackenzie Allison

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Mackenzie Allison

Mackenzie Allison is the Florida expert at Travel Agent magazine. She speaks frequently with the some of the top managers at destinations throughout Florida, including Key West and the popular South Florida area. Allison stays abreast of the merging trends in this area as well as any renovations that could benefit Travel Agent's readers. She has also interviewed top names in the travel industry, including Randy Maged of Ask the Travel Maven, Amanda Klimak, vice president of Largay Travel and Nexion's general manager, Jackie Friedman. Top suppliers she has interviewed include Thomas See, the vice president of sales for Universal Studios Hollywood. Working with a dedicated staff, Allison has contributed to such cover stories as 'The Art of Selling Up.'


Blog
Stay Tuned: Report on the Allegria Hotel & Spa   February 11, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Story Editor Mackenzie Allison is on her way to the Allegria Hotel & Spa luncheon in the penthouse of Lou Hammond & Associates.

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New Adventure Travel Option in Miami   February 10, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Zodiac Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIB), the same boats used by special military forces, DEA and FBI, are now being used to offer tours of Biscayne Bay in Southern Florida.

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South Florida Property Opens Rooftop Pool Club and Lounge    February 10, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

A mix of New York and Miami mentalities, Mayfair Hotel & Spa in Coconut Grove—between Miami and Coral Gables—opened the rooftop Cabana One Pool Club & Lounge, as well as New York steakhouse Angelo & Maxie’s.

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Palm Beach Property Slated to Open in April   February 10, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Offering views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, the 134-room Omphoy Ocean Resort will be located on the shores of Palm Beach and is said to be the first new hotel development on the island in nearly 20 years.

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Recession Impacts Orlando Theme Parks   February 9, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

The Orlando Sentinel reports that Universal Orlando will temporarily shut down its Fear Factor Live show and has reduced hours at some other attractions at Universal, as well as Islands of Adventure, to cut back on costs.

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Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Opens   February 9, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Four Seasons has added to its already extensive list of offerings with the addition of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles. The property in Seychelles, just north of Madagascar, on the main island of Mahé, is positioned on the beach of Petite Anse.

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South African Airways Announces New Non-Stop Service from New York   February 6, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Starting May 1, 2009, South African Airways will operate a new non-stop flight from New York's JFK to Johannesburg.

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South Africa Tourism at the New York Times Travel Show   February 6, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Representatives to share information on the latest developments in South Africa’s tourism product.

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Distinguished Restaurants of North America Introduces 2009 Restaurant Guidebook   February 6, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

The non-profit organization's guidebook offers information on more than 200 member restaurants.

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Goodman Named Director of Sales and Marketing for Florida Keys Resort   February 5, 2009
By: Mackenzie Allison

Will oversee strategic planning and implementation of all sales and marketing efforts at Hawks Cay.