By upgrading their pool facilities and surrounding them with a full complement of family-friendly amenities, properties are giving members and guests more excuses to have fun in the sun.

A contemporary reimagination of the Boca Raton, Fla. property’s clubhouse will add dining options and increase amenities, all designed to reflect and enhance the distinctive member experience of “enjoying a life well-lived,” according to COO/GM John Crean.

The Carbondale, Ariz. property has been sold to Crystal Outdoors LLC, which hopes to upgrade the restaurant and possibly add walking trails, a dog park, playground and cross-country ski trails for the winter. The neighborhood has been concerned over the fate of the golf course, but the new owner says the “number-one agenda item” will…

Libbey Foodservice’s Artistry Collection now offers more choices for unique tabletop combinations, and the new Playground brand combines wood, slate and marble dinnerware and accessories. An adventurous spirit has redefined—and reinvigorated—today’s fine dining. A buttoned-up wait staff and ornate presentations have been traded in for rolled sleeves, open kitchens and anything-goes tabletops. Passion and character…