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UGREEN 100W USB C Charger Review: Is It the Best Charging Station?

Review: UGREEN 100W USB C Charger – 4-Ports for Powering All Your Devices Looking for a reliable charging station that can handle all of your devices? We’ve been testing out the UGREEN 100W USB C Charger, and we’re impressed with what we’ve seen. With four ports, including three USB C and one USB A, this charger can handle up to 100W of power, making it perfect for charging your MacBook Pro, Dell … [Read more...]

HVS Market Report – New Memphis Hotels Raise the Bar for Rate While Extending Occupancy Recovery – By Marc Greeley

With the pandemic generally in the rearview for the market, Downtown Memphis hotels have yet to recover to occupancy levels realized in 2019. This is attributed to a slow recovery in both corporate and group demand, coupled with significant growth in new supply. However, rising average rates at new hotels have become the saving grace for market RevPAR levels. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

The Future of Innovation in Hospitality – How Will You Experience Innovation?

Today, the growing expectation is that in the hospitality industry we are orchestrating experiences. This demands a deep understanding of our targeted audiences and the longing to surprise and delight – creating those unexpected moments where expectations are exceeded, and people feel cared for genuinely. This is what experience orchestration is all about. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Hotel Completes Phase One of Multi-Million Dollar Property-Wide Transformation

Yesterday, the 389-room Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas announced the phase one completion of a multi-million dollar property-wide transformation which includes a floor-to-ceiling redesign of all guest rooms and suites; upgrades to all 15,000+ square feet of meeting and event space; and a new arrival experience with the complete redesign and relocation of the 23rd-floor lobby and front desk to the … [Read more...]

Jeju Air Successfully Lands Maiden Flight at Panglao Airport

Jeju Air Bridges South Korea and Philippines With Landing at Panglao Airport Jeju Air, a South Korean low-cost carrier, has landed its maiden flight at the Bohol Panglao International Airport (BPIA), making it the first foreign airline to operate at the new P8.9-billion facility. The airline’s aircraft arrived from Incheon, South Korea, on a late Thursday morning, marking a significant milestone … [Read more...]

Global Travel Trends 2023 from ForwardKeys

The year 2023 marks a significant milestone as many destinations and travel businesses are still focused on recovering from the impact of COVID-19. While the speed of recovery varies by region, it is expected to be complete by the end of 2024, even for countries that recently lifted travel restrictions. This means that destinations can now turn their attention to pre-pandemic issues such as … [Read more...]

Canada’s Hotel Pipeline Remains Robust – Early Planning Stage Shows Significant Increase

In the Q3 2023 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for Canada by Lodging Econometrics (LE), analysts report that the total construction pipeline in Canada stands at 275 projects/37,780 rooms, up 5% by projects and 8% by rooms year-over-year (YOY). In the third quarter, Canada had 22 new project announcements with 2,816 rooms. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]

ADA Update: New Website Accessibility Law Impacting Most Businesses – By Jim Butler

Many hotel owners already know they need to pay attention to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, both to provide a positive experience for guests and to avoid costly litigation. A proposed new California law, however, should bring their focus to website accessibility; if adopted, business owners, as well as their web developers, would be vulnerable to substantial statutory damages … [Read more...]

Tristan Capital and Queensway acquires Edinburgh office

UK: Real estate investment manager Tristan Capital Partners, through its latest opportunistic fund, has acquired an office property in Edinburgh in partnership with Queensway. The office property located on St. Andrew Square in Edinburgh has been purchased from PATRIZIA Hanover PUT.  Subject to planning, the deal will see Queensway develop and deliver a Point A branded hotel. It marks the … [Read more...]

Hotel Lucine set for November opening in Texas

US: The family-owned and operated boutique property Hotel Lucine is due to open on Friday 10 November, housed in the former Treasure Isle Motel in Galveston, Texas. Designed by Austin-based Kartwheel Studio, Hotel Lucine features 61 rooms, a pool and patio, a rooftop bar and a restaurant. It is situated at the edge of the Gulf of Mexico on 10th Street and Seawall Boulevard in Galveston. The … [Read more...]

The Newman to open in London end of 2024

UK: The Newman located in Fitzrovia, London, is set to open in winter 2024 as the debut property from hotel management company Kinsfolk & Co. The Newman, located on Newman Street in Fitzrovia, has been designed by Pernille Lind and Richy Almond of Lind + Almond. It will feature 81 rooms, suites and apartments. The rooftop floor offers a signature suite with a private terrace and when booked as … [Read more...]

BARASOAIN CHURCH: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Malolos, Bulacan

Barasoain Church: A Historical and Cultural Landmark in Bulacan Barasoain Church is a significant landmark located in Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines. It is a Roman Catholic church that was built in 1888 and is about 42 kilometers from Manila. The church is known for its historical importance and has been designated as the “Cradle of Democracy in the East.” Barasoain Church By IJVelas – Own work, … [Read more...]

Ascend Capital Group, Taylor Hospitality acquire Hotel Weyanoke

The Hotel Weyanoke in Farmville, VA, has been acquired by Ascend Capital Group in partnership with Taylor Hospitality. “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Ascend Capital Group, as we embark on the acquisition of the esteemed Hotel Weyanoke,” said Sean Taylor, CEO, Taylor Hospitality. “Since its magnificent grand opening in 2019, we have closely followed the progress of this … [Read more...]

Thynk Acquires ‘Please ask m’ to Further Strengthen Its Hospitality Cloud Solution

The acquisition aligns seamlessly with Thynk’s strategic growth initiatives following its USD$13 million Series A funding in April this year.10.31.2023 Thynk, a global provider of advanced technology solutions for data-driven hotel sales and operations management, has acquired of ‘Please ask m’, a pivotal step in fortifying its hospitality cloud solution. This acquisition aligns seamlessly with … [Read more...]

Mexican Marriott to be transformed into an all-inclusive

The 433-room Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa is managed by a Marriott International affiliate under a long-term Marriott Hotels & Resorts agreement. All-inclusive plan Alojica plans for the property to undergo a transformational capital improvement plan to convert the property into an All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy hotel. Planned improvements include a comprehensive renovation of … [Read more...]

Cove Opens Cove Huntingdon House in London’s Exclusive Kensington and Chelsea Neighbourhoods

Cove - Huntingdon House, Kensington — Photo by edyn Cove - Huntingdon House, Kensington — Photo by edyn Cove - Huntingdon House, Kensington — Photo by edyn Cove - Huntingdon House, Kensington — Photo by edyn Extended stay pioneers edyn announce the opening of their newest property, Cove Huntingdon House, under its sophisticated serviced apartment brand Cove. Open October 2023, Cove … [Read more...]