News and Press | Destiny USA, Syracuse NY

Retailers and venues throughout Destiny USA’s expansion continue to obtain LEED© certifications as part of their commitment to sustainability.

 

Destiny USA’s expansion received LEED© Gold certification on February 6, 2012, making it the largest LEED© Gold commercial building in the world. In line with Destiny USA’s commitment to energy efficiency, all new venues opening within the expansion are lease required to obtain LEED certification as well. In a unique partnership with the United States Green Building Council, new retailers obtain pre-approved points for building out in an already certified location. A dedicated team from Destiny USA is there through every step of the process for tenants.

 

To date, more than 60 tenants are currently in the LEED© certification process, with nearly two dozen having obtained the status through the United States Green Building Council. Recent certifications include:

 

                LEED©

                Beauty Plus Too

                Dick’s Sporting Goods

                Five Below

                Hartstrings

                Lenox

                Marc Ecko

                Off Broadway Shoes

                Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5^th

                The Melting Pot

 

                LEED© Silver  

 BCBG MaxAzria

Chico’s Outlet

                GUESS

                Michael Kors

               Pole Position Raceway

                Villa

                Wilson’s Leather

               

LEED Gold©

                P.F. Chang’s

                Quiksilver

                 

 

“The tenant response to this programming is phenomenal. We’re thrilled that everyone has jumped on board so quickly with the process and they’ve found it educational,” said David Aitken of Destiny USA . “We would not be where we are today without our partners in the community like Bergmann Associates to help us work with tenants daily on this process.”

 

In March 2013, Destiny USA received OCCRA’s Blue Ribbon Recycler Award for the facility’s work in 2012 regarding composting, its LEED© certification and new programs like the rainwater harvesting system, which reserves 4 million gallons of water annually.

 

Destiny USA achieved another milestone last month when it reached more than 250,000lbs of waste composted since January. The program works with all restaurants and many retailers throughout the facility to properly dispose of food.

The IMAX and RPX theatres at Regal Cinemas Destiny USA are opening just in time for all the big blockbuster movies of the summer.

 

The IMAX and RPX theaters will enhance Regal guests’ viewing experience with the IMAX screen three times the average movie theater screen standing 40 feet tall and stretching 72 feet wide. The RPX theater is slightly smaller standing 31 feet tall and 58 feet wide. Both screens combined will add close to an additional 700 seats to the entire Regal Cinema complex, making a total of 3,400 seats.

 

The concept of the IMAX Theater originated in Montreal, Canada in 1967. The idea revolutionized cinema even more when 3D viewing was created for IMAX theaters in 1986. IMAX has exploded into a worldwide phenomenon launching 700 plus theaters spread across 52 different countries. RPX (Regal Premium Experience) theaters are still relatively new to the entertainment world. They debuted in April 2010, with more than 40 screens across the country today.

 

“On the behalf of the 230+ workers and multiple construction teams we put on this project, we are very proud getting this job done in time for Superman, Man of Steel,” Rob Schoeneck, General Manager of Destiny USA, stated. “There’s not a bad seat in the house!”

 

The IMAX and RPX Theaters are now located on the third level next to OptiGolf. The theaters will have a separate entrance and concession area from the 17 existing screens. Tickets for all screens can be purchased at the ticket booth.

OptiGolf is teeing off their reopening by pairing up with The First Tee of Syracuse on Saturday, June 15. The First Tee of Syracuse is a program that teaches kids from the Syracuse City School District the game of golf. OptiGolf provides these kids a new opportunity to play on 96 different golf courses from all over the world. A whole week of re-opening activities is planned with competitions and giveaways. OptiGolf now serves cookies and ice cream at the newly refurbished bar and has brand new tables and chairs, making it even easier to enjoy the 19^th hole.

 

The Golf n’ Entertainment venue is collaborating with The First Tee of Syracuse to help raise awareness of the non-profit. The First Tee program teaches youth life skills through golf. The program introduces golf through physical education classes in elementary schools and aids in discipline development.

 

OptiGolf at Destiny USA is only one of four OptiGolf locations in the world. The simulators are updated and accurate because OptiGolf uses high-speed camera technology with the latest golf course graphics. Even putting is realistic, as each putt inside 20 feet requires the golfer to read the slopes of the greens to a real putting cup. OptiGolf provides the luxury of having the ability to play famous and highly desirable golf courses from all over the world.

 

“We are very eager for the reopening of OptiGolf,” Rob Schoeneck, General Manager of Destiny USA. “We have the IMAX Theater opening up the same weekend along with Father’s Day so the timing of their reopening couldn’t have been more perfect. We also thrilled to welcome The First Tee of Syracuse golfers to Destiny USA.” 

 

“A program like the First Tee of Syracuse is very close to my heart,” Mark Wekara, Owner of OptiGolf. “I have experienced first-hand how the game of golf can be life changing to young adults. Golf has taught my son the importance of discipline and edict from a very young age and is something that is deeply instilled within him some twenty years later.”

 

OptiGolf is located on the third level between Pole Position Raceway and the new Regal IMAX and RPX. 

SYRACUSE, NY (May 31, 2013) – Pole Position Raceway, America’s leading chain of state-of-the-art indoor motorsports entertainment facilities – with the fastest electric karts on the east coast – today announced that it has partnered with the Alzheimer's Association, Central New York Chapter, to raise awareness and funds surrounding The Longest Day^® event on Friday, June 21, 2013.  Specifically, Pole Position Raceway will donate the cost of two kart fees ($58) from each race between the hours of 11:00AM – 12:00AM to support this worthy cause.

 

The Longest Day is a sunrise-to-sunset team event to raise funds to fuel the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. This event is about patience, strength and endurance – it is a challenge that reflects the experiences that the more nearly 15 million caregivers face every day. On The Longest Day, thousands of participants will complete approximately 16 hours of consecutive activities such as running, marathon games of bridge at local American Contract Bridge League locations, and hiking the Grand Canyon, to advance the cause.

 

“We are pleased to announce our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association, Central New York Chapter,” said Karen Davis-Farage, president and co-owner of Pole Position Raceway Syracuse.  “Alzheimer’s is a very personal cause in our family as my husband and I both lost our Mom's to this difficult disease. We are proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association to help raise awareness and funds in commitment to Pole Position Raceway’s give-back charter, CAReS – which stands for Cancer, Alzheimer’s, Recover and thoSe in need. We hope that everyone in the Syracuse area will come out, have some fun and race to raise money for this very important cause.”

 

Alzheimer’s disease is a growing epidemic and the nation’s sixth leading cause of death. More than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, including 320,000 in New York State, and this number is estimated to grow to as many as 16 million by year 2050, according to the Alzheimer’s Association^® 2013 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts & Figures report.

 

Those interested in donating can visit the Pole Position Raceway Longest Day team page directly at: https://thelongestday.alz.org/home/team/93571

 

One of the fastest growing forms of recreation in the county, Pole Position Raceway’s 43,000 square foot facility boasts a quarter-mile track and the latest in high-performance, all-electric, emission-free indoor karts capable of speeds up to 45 MPH.  In addition to side-by-side race action, Pole Position Raceway also features authentic racing memorabilia, arcade games, concessions and V.I.P space for private parties and corporate events.

 

Pole Position Raceway offers a variety of options to suit the needs of all racers – from families, to karting enthusiasts.  Its “Arrive & Drive” racing is for those visiting the mall that enter a queue to race against others.  Pre-Scheduled Racing events are for groups of 10+ and include the Pole Position Challenge, Grand Prix or Super Pole which are 2, 3 or 4 race events culminating with racers receiving 1^st ,2^nd & 3^rd place medals at the Winners’ Circle.  Pole Position Raceway features adult karts for racers who are at least 58 inches tall and separate junior karts for kids who are at least 48 inches tall. Best of all, the karts use electric technology, so there are no fumes. 

 

The Pole Position Raceway experience was created with help from such well-known names in the racing world as 2004 NASCAR champion Kurt Busch, 7-time AMA Supercross champion Jeremy McGrath and X-Games freestyle gold medalist Mike Metzger.  Pole Position Raceway has nine locations nationwide, including Corona, CA, Dallas, TX, Las Vegas, NV, Murrieta, CA, New York/Jersey City, Oklahoma City, OK, St. Louis, MO, Summerlin, NV, Syracuse, NY – and coming soon to Houston, TX, Buffalo, NY and Long Island, NY.

 

Featured on Good Morning America, TLC’s Cake Boss, Nickelodeon’s Victorious, Good Day New York and more, Pole Position Raceway has hosted private and corporate events for hundreds of companies including Bank of America, Verizon, Toyota, Infosys, DeWalt, Trump Resorts, Price Waterhouse, Target, Coca-Cola, Budweiser, Pfizer and Microsoft and celebrities including Mark Sanchez, Alicia Keys, Ice T, Robin Roberts, 50 Cent and many more.

 

For more information, visit www.polepositionraceway.com or call 315-423-RACE (7223).

 

About Pole Position Raceway

Pole Position Raceway is America’s #1 chain of indoor kart tracks created for racers, by racers. The overall experience was developed with such well-known names in the racing world including 2004 NASCAR champion Kurt Busch, 7-time AMA Supercross champion Jeremy McGrath and X-Games freestyle gold medalist Mike Metzger.  Located minutes from Manhattan, next to Liberty State Park, Destiny USA in Syracuse, NY, and coming soon to Buffalo, NY and Long Island, NY, Pole Position Raceway’s state-of-the-art-facilities feature quarter-mile tracks, the latest in high-performance, all-electric, emission-free indoor karts capable of speeds of 45 MPH+, arcade games and space for private parties or corporate events and more. For more information, visit www.polepositionraceway.com or call 201-333-RACE (7223).

 

About the Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit www.alz.org^® or call 800-272-3900.

Register now through June 8th for free hands-on CPR training: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Affiliate/Hands-Only-CPR-Training_UCM_451854_Event.jsp

Children who were too young or small to go on the Canyon Climb Adventure ropes course at Destiny USA’s WonderWorks now have a ropes course of their own! Sky Tykes is a ropes course for kids from ages 2-7 under 48 inches tall. The open and low-level design allows for easy parental guidance at any level of the course. Walk along side your child or simply step back and watch them take part in the fun as they are securely harnessed in.

 

“WonderWorks has something to offer every member of the family with interactive exhibits, children’s area and the Canyon Climb Adventure,” Todd Buchko, General Manager of WonderWorks said. “We’ve collected a lot of feedback since our opening in November from people visiting us from across the country and fun for smaller children was a huge request. We’re thrilled to introduce this new component and let our guests from Canada and the US know that we have something new for them to try out.”

 

The Sky Tykes ropes course will feature eight elements for children to choose from and will stand three feet in the air.

 

“It’s exciting to add more to do for young children,” Rob Schoeneck, General Manager at Destiny USA, stated. “Now the younger siblings no longer have to watch their older brothers and sisters on a ropes course. They can join in on the fun.”

 

Sky Tykes is directly beneath the Canyon Climb Adventure ropes course on the second level. It is currently under construction and is projected to open this weekend at Destiny USA.

Syracuse,NY­- Cher Lloyd, who rose to fame when she finished fourth in the seventh series of The X Factor, is a British singer-songwriter and model. She will be coming to Destiny USA on June 1 to perform some of her newly released singles and interact with fans here in the Syracuse area.

 

Soon after Lloyd appeared on The X Factor she was signed to Syco Music. Lloyd recorded two singles including her debut single “Swagger Jagger” and “With Ur Love” both released in 2011. “With Ur Love” featuring well-known singer Mike Posner, peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart, and number five in Ireland. Her third single “Want U Back” debuted on May 22, 2012 in the United States.

 

Last month Cher Lloyd and Ne-Yo announced their plans to collaborate revealing that they're working on a song called “It's All Good.” They kicked off the announcement of their collaboration with a social media campaign asking their fans to tell them what makes them feel good and keep looking on the bright side with an #itsallgood hashtag.

 

Lloyd will perform at Destiny USA in the Canyon area on June 1^st at approximately 12:00 pm; no tickets necessary. Following the performance, Lloyd will be a part of a 150 person radio station meet & greet. Fans can sign up to win these exclusive V.I.P. passes at www.hot1079.com.

 

Immediately following the radio station meet & greet, Cher Lloyd will participate in a CD signing at the Best Buy in Destiny USA. Beginning Monday May 25, 2013, the first 350 people to purchase her album, “Sticks & Stones” will receive a wrist band to be a part of this private CD signing at Best Buy.

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Destiny USA is a 2.4 million square foot tourist destination in Syracuse, NY that includes a strong mix of luxury outlet tenants, restaurants and entertainment. New brands are continuing to open to create a unique and dynamic consumer shopping experience. A stunning three-story glass atrium provides perfect weather year round. Oxford Economics has projected an annual visitation rate of over 29 million visitors from throughout the U.S. and Canada. Destiny USA is expected to be the second most visited shopping center in the country, according to Travel and Leisure magazine. It is the largest LEED® Gold certified retail commercial building in the world.

Destiny USA is a host of the inaugural USA Outlet Shopping Festival, a national event designed to promote outlet shopping throughout the USA. The Festival will run for 4 days, Friday through Monday, beginning May 24-27, 2013, U.S. Memorial Day weekend. This annual event, produced by the Outlet Marketing Alliance and Shop America Alliance, showcases leading outlet centers and top name brand outlet retailers. For complete details visit OutletFestival.com.

 

During the USA Outlet Shopping Festival, shoppers and travelers worldwide will be invited to visit outlet centers and shop outlet retailers to enjoy special savings and promotions. Shoppers spending $150 or more at Destiny USA on their MasterCard® cards during the Festival will receive tote bags along with special discount offers.

 

Destiny USA guests can bring their receipts to Guest Services on the first and second level to pick up souvenirs for their participation. Visitors can also register to win a $100 gift card at Destiny USA’s Guest Services locations.

 

Shopping and dining are the top tourism activities in America, as tracked by the U.S. Department of Commerce/Office of Travel & Tourism Industries and U.S. Travel Association.  Outlet Centers are currently the fastest growing segment of U.S. shopping center industry according to data tracked by Value Retail News and the International Council of Shopping Centers. OutletBound.com, the leading outlet center web site and sponsor of the Festival, features more than 200 U.S. outlet shopping centers located in 42 states, many of which are participating in the Festival.

 

The official USA Outlet Shopping Festival web site, www.OutletFestival.com is the portal for all festival information, packages, sponsors and special offers.  The Festival includes a variety of special offers, savings and entertaining events that are great incentives to encourage shopping over this holiday weekend.

 

For additional information about the USA Outlet Shopping Festival at Destiny USA, Contact Rose Hapanowich, [email protected], 315.466.6000, www.destinyusa.com .

Syracuse, NY - World of Beer (WOB), a thriving beer-centric tavern boasting an extensive collection of brews from around the globe, announced today its new location on Destiny USA’s third level. The popular craft beer tavern will be located adjacent to Pole Position Raceway.

“The World of Beer culture is all about immersing yourself into a vibrant neighborhood tavern. Our craft beer environment is unique and inviting, and we look forward to showcasing this experience to the Destiny USA customers ” said Paul Avery, CEO of World of Beer Franchising, Inc. “The extensive selection of craft brews makes us stand out along with the live entertainment we bring in-house to enhance the experience.”

The ‘WOB Culture’ is unlike any other. The specially-trained staff completes an extensive, two-week beer school, and will be on-hand to guide customers through the World of Beer experience centered around a global selection of craft beers, delicious “tavern fare”, live music and televised sports.

World of Beer brings national and local entertainment acts in for performances on a regular basis. Current featured artists include Ingram Hill, Eric Lindell and Chris Nathan.

“We are thrilled to bring World of Beer on board to our third level,” David Aitken of Destiny USA stated. “The variety of concepts that we currently have available makes the third level an appealing destination for people of all ages.”

In preparation for the Destiny USA opening, World of Beer is asking that Apple and Android smart phone users download the WOB App. This will help users to find their favorite beers, view upcoming events and more. It's the WOB Culture “in the palm of your hand.”

World of Beer currently operates 41 locations throughout the United States with a recent opening in Gainesville, FL and nine additional locations slated for opening in 2013. Its location in Syracuse, NY will be World of Beer’s first in New York, and the Northeastern US.

World of Beer is projected to open later this year. 

Retail Group of America announced earlier this year that they would be partnering with Pyramid Management Group in the opening of several international brand retail locations in the United States.  Destiny USA will be welcoming several of these European stores later this year, and with this influx of new stores comes a great deal of job opportunities!

 

Between the fashion retailers and Billy Beez joining the Destiny USA lineup, more than 150 employees will be hired.

 

Beginning on May 13^th through the 15^th, RGA will be recruiting for Retail Store Manager Positions. Interested applicants can email their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. All other positions will be announced and recruited for at a later date.

 

To get the latest updates and information on these exciting additions to the center please visit our website, www.destinyusa.com, like us on facebook, www.facebook.com/destinyusa , and follow us on twitter, www.twitter.com/DestinyUSA2012 .

 

Destiny USA is a 2.4 million square foot tourist destination in Syracuse, NY that includes a strong mix of luxury outlet tenants, restaurants and entertainment.  New brands are continuing to open to create a unique and dynamic consumer shopping experience.  A stunning three-story glass atrium provides perfect weather year round.  Oxford Economics has projected an annual visitation rate of over 29 million visitors from throughout the U.S. and Canada.  Destiny USA is expected to be the second most visited shopping center in the country, according to Travel and Leisure magazine.  It is the largest LEED® Gold certified retail commercial building in the world.

For more information regarding Retail Group of America, please contact Alison Minella | Director of Marketing | Retail Group of America | 3 West 35^th Street, 3rd Floor | New York, NY 10001 | Mobile Number: (347) 931-5673 Email: [email protected]