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Daughter of Late Jimmy Buffett To Join Christening Ceremony in June Margaritaville at Sea has named Savannah Buffett, daughter of the late singer, songwriter, best-selling author, and sailor, Jimmy Buffett, as Godmother of its newest ship,

When Margaritaville meets the diamond, it’s always a home run, and the 2024 baseball season promises some of the best giveaways, entertainment, and events yet. Here’s a list of teams currently on deck for Margaritaville at the Park this spri

Performances By:Paul McCartney, Eagles, Jon Bon Jovi, Zac Brown, Jackson Browne, Brandi Carlile, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Sheryl Crow, Scotty Emerick, Jack Johnson, Caroline Jones, Mac McAnally, Jake Owen, Pitbull, Jake Shimabukuro, The Coral Reefe

Margaritaville Lifestyle Sails onto Cape Cod, Opening Represents Brand’s First New England Lodging LocationToday, Margaritaville, the global lifestyle brand, announces the debut of Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod, slated to welcome visitors in

On Thursday, January 25, 2024 the Florida House of Representatives is honoring Jimmy Buffett and his love and dedication to Florida with Jimmy Buffett Day at the Florida State Capitol. Celebrating the life, music, legacy, and philanthropy of the iconic s

The beachfront resort project showcases the advantage of developing in markets where demand is outpacing supply RREAF Holdings LLC, a private real estate development firm, today announced its partnership with Innisfree Hotels, a best-in-class opera

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