Blue Water

We’re proud to have had Rafael "Rafo" Correa represent Blue Water at Storable Newbook’s panel discussion during the Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo (OHI). Sharing insights on how data, innovation, and AI are shaping the future of outdoor hospitality.

Big news from the Florida Keys! Blue Water is proud to share that Sugarloaf Key RV Resort & Cottages has been named the 2025 Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) Park Innovator of the Year – Small Park Category at this year’s OHI Awards of Excellence, presented during the Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo® 2025. Earning this recognition in its first year of operation is an incredible achievement — and a true testament to the creativity, passion, and dedication of the Sugarloaf Key team. From the resort’s thoughtful design to its exceptional guest experience, this team consistently sets a new standard for innovation in outdoor hospitality. Congratulations to everyone who made this possible — we couldn’t be prouder of what you’ve built and the memories you’ve helped create for our guests in the Florida Keys. 👉 More info about this fantastic (and now award-winning) resort: https://lnkd.in/eebNUHJw #OutdoorHospitality #AwardWinningResort #SugarloafKey #FloridaKeys #BlueWaterHospitality #TeamBlueWater #OHI2025 #Camping #Glamping #RVResort #bwexperience

Proud moments and powerful connections! Our Blue Water team had an incredible week in Orlando at the 2025 Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors Elevate and Camp Jellystone - Franchisor of Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts Symposium, where our parks were recognized with multiple awards celebrating excellence in family travel, guest satisfaction, and innovation in outdoor hospitality. Beyond the trophies, this week was about connecting with industry peers, sharing ideas, and learning from some of the best minds in the outdoor hospitality industry. We’re bringing home not just hardware, but new insights, inspiration, and gratitude for the amazing community we get to be part of. Here’s to continued collaboration, growth, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences across every Blue Water destination. #OutdoorHospitality #TeamBlueWater #JellystoneSymposium #SunOutdoorsElevate #AwardsOfExcellence #HospitalityLeaders #RVResorts #Glamping #CampingLife #bwexperience

We’re proud to celebrate 14 awards across five Camp Jellystone - Franchisor of Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts at the 2025 Jellystone Symposium — a true testament to our teams, our partners, and our shared passion for redefining the family camping experience. 🏕️✨ From Delaware Beaches to Estes Park, each award recognizes the dedication, creativity, and heart our teams bring to every stay — delivering moments that matter and memories that last. Congratulations to all of our General Managers and their incredible teams for setting a new standard of excellence in outdoor hospitality: 🏆 Jellystone Park™ Delaware Beaches 🏆 Jellystone Park™ Chincoteague Island 🏆 Jellystone Park™ Mammoth Cave 🏆 Jellystone Park™ Birchwood Acres 🏆 Jellystone Park™ Estes Park We’re grateful to our owner partners - Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors and HTR Resorts - for their continued collaboration and shared commitment to quality and guest satisfaction. 👉 Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/eKQbJbsz #BlueWater #OutdoorHospitality #JellystonePark #CampJellystone #FamilyTravel #HospitalityExcellence #GuestExperience #TeamBlueWater #RVResorts #Campgrounds #AwardWinning #bwexperience

Provident and Blue Water have officially launched Roaming Trails RV Retreats, a new long-term RV brand designed for today’s modern traveler — blending the comforts of home with the freedom of the open road. The first location, Roaming Trails Burleson, is now open just outside Fort Worth, Texas, featuring 196 RV sites, tiny home pads, amenities, fiber internet, and a strong sense of community. This marks Blue Water’s 12th managed property in Texas, expanding our footprint in one of the country’s fastest-growing regions for outdoor hospitality. We’re proud to partner with Provident to bring this new concept to life — and to continue redefining what it means to feel at home, wherever the journey leads. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eYgnUmY7 #OutdoorHospitality #RVLife #Texas #BlueWaterDevelopment #RoamingTrailsRVRetreats #RVResorts #RealEstateDevelopment #TexasLiving #BurlesonTX #BlueWaterHospitality #ProvidentRealty #LongTermRV #Glamping #HospitalityManagement #RVCommunity #TravelTrends #RVIndustry #HospitalityLeadership #DestinationDevelopment

See you in Louisville at OHI, November 10–12! Stop by our booth #538

We’re proud to share some exciting news! Four Blue Water-owned or managed resorts were just named finalists for OHI's 2025 Awards of Excellence — Park Innovators of the Year, celebrating the best of the best in outdoor hospitality. The Awards of Excellence are peer-reviewed and judged, recognizing leaders who continually raise the bar through innovative, forward-thinking practices that inspire the entire industry. We’re honored to have four parks among this year’s finalists: - Chincoteague Bay RV Resort & Cottages — Chincoteague, VA - Sugarloaf Key RV Resort & Cottages — Florida Keys, FL - Sun Outdoors Cape Charles — Cape Charles, VA - Sun Outdoors Pigeon Forge — Pigeon Forge, TN Winners will be announced at the Awards of Excellence Luncheon during OHCE® 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky. Congratulations to all the finalists — and to every team member whose passion and innovation make these destinations shine. For more info, please visit https://lnkd.in/eAP94J6g #OutdoorHospitality #AwardsOfExcellence #OHCE2025 #BlueWater #HospitalityInnovation #RVResorts #Camping #Glamping #bwexperience

Blu Burbage represents the heart of our Blue Turns Pink campaign; we’re grateful for this special ambassador! 💗

Hotels aren’t the only game in town anymore. The $20B+ outdoor hospitality market — anchored by modern RV resorts and glamping — is growing faster than traditional hotels. Major brands like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt are already leaning in. What makes outdoor hospitality different? 👉 Hybrid inventory: RV sites + cabins + glamping units 👉 Longer average stays (3–7 nights vs. 1–3 for hotels) 👉 Resilient in downturns (thrived post-2008 & through COVID-19) 👉 Strong lifestyle-driven loyalty and direct guest engagement For hoteliers, this isn’t just competition - it’s an opportunity. Diversification, cross-selling, and scalable growth are all on the table. 📖 Read the full guide by Blue Water President & CFO Rafael "Rafo" Correa: https://lnkd.in/eAYE6vXQ #Hospitality #OutdoorHospitality #Hotels #Rvresorts #Glamping #BlueWaterDevelopment #RVlife #Getoutside #Campgrounds #Assetmanagement #RealEstateInvesting

🎀 Blue Water Turns Pink — Again! 🎀 This October, we’re proud to launch our third annual “Blue Turns Pink” campaign - an initiative that rallies our resorts, team members, guests, and local communities in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year’s goal is $50,000 in fundraising for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation, benefitting the Burbage Regional Cancer Care Center. Blue Water Development Across our nationwide properties, we’ll host themed events like pink-themed 5Ks, bake sales, cornhole tournaments, Pink Fridays (where staff and guests alike are encouraged to wear pink), and merchandise sales with all proceeds donated. It’s our way of bringing awareness, hope, and support to those affected by cancer - and reinforcing that, when we unite behind a cause, our impact multiplies. As Todd Burbage (our CEO) says, “Blue Turns Pink has become more than a campaign … it’s a reminder that we can stand united to support families, fund research, and bring hope to people fighting cancer.” 👉 Want to get involved or support? Learn more at Blue Turns Pink and join us in turning October pink at https://lnkd.in/enaNgyjX #BlueTurnsPink #BreastCancerAwareness #FundraisingForACause #TogetherForHope #BreastCancerResearch #CancerAwareness #HopeAndHealing #CancerCare #NonprofitSupport #StrongerTogether #MakingADifference #HospitalityWithHeart #BlueWaterDevelopment #OutdoorHospitality #ResortsThatCare #destinationsforstrength #bwexperience