Explore the Philippines’ Rare and Undiscovered Destinations Table of Contents The Philippines is an archipelago of over 7,000 islands. It’s home to breathtaking beaches and emerald rice fields. Popular destinations like Boracay and Palawan often steal the spotlight. Yet, there are less famous spots to explore and enjoy. Before embarking on your journey, you need to get the eTravel Pass. This … [Read more...]
Archives for 26/01/2024
10 Best Beaches in Istanbul (+ Nearby)
You probably already know that Istanbul is a huge city with so much to see and do. What you might not realize is that it’s also home to some fantastic beach spots to enjoy in the summer months too; even I was surprised to learn this. But, the best beaches in Istanbul for swimming and sunbathing are scattered all around the city, so, you need to have an idea of where to head.Table of … [Read more...]
Knowland, Amadeus Data Finds Group Business Performance Growth
ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland and Amadeus presented the metrics from the companies’ Hospitality Group and Business Performance Index. The fourth quarter of 2023 demonstrated that group business in 10 of the top U.S. markets has recovered 110 percent compared to the same time in 2019. Group bookings are calculated using occupancy and average daily rate (ADR). The Index combines event data from … [Read more...]
Baywood purchases PA hotel from MCR
Hunter Hotel Advisors has arranged the sale of the Residence Inn Philadelphia Langhorne. MCR Hotels sold the property to Baywood Hotels. Located in the Bucks County Business Park, the 100-key hotel is located less than one mile from various corporate demand generators, including Almo Distributing, Nordon Food Service Equipment, Metals USA Plates and Shapes, McCaffrey’s Food Markets Corporate … [Read more...]
Hawkins Way Capital secures Chicago hotel financing
Hawkins Way Capital has closed a $5.225 million refinancing loan with Symetra Life Insurance Company as the lender for its Sonder-run Found Chicago hotel. The loan, brokered by Meridian Capital Group, will provide funding for the continuing operations at the 60-key hotel. Originally the historic Olympia Building, the property was built in the 1910s and purchased by Hawkins Way in 2016. The hotel, … [Read more...]
Main Street Hospitality adds four
Main Street Hospitality has added four leaders to its corporate team. Among these hires are a regional VP, operations; task force operations director; and director, compensation and benefits. Celine Rihn assumes the position of task force operations director. She has a 25-year career in luxury operations with a focus on white glove service, and most recently served as director at Noble House … [Read more...]
BraytonHughes Design Studios joins DLR Group
DLR Group has acquired San Francisco-based luxury interiors firm BraytonHughes Design Studios. Established in 1991, BraytonHughes is a full-service interior design and architecture firm with work spanning hospitality, corporate, private clubs, multi-family, residential and institutional projects. BraytonHughes brings new luxury hospitality, resort and residential project types to DLR Group. It has … [Read more...]
Marcus & Millichap arranges sale of two Utah hotels
Marcus & Millichap has negotiated the sale of a two-property Marriott portfolio in Orem, UT. The sale included the adjacent TownePlace Suites Provo Orem and Fairfield Inn & Suites Orem, two four-story hotels sharing a total of 190 units. Marcus & Millichap had the exclusive listing and Adam Lewis, the firm’s Utah broker of record, assisted in closing the transaction. The buyer, a … [Read more...]
Top 20 Best MOSTAR TOURIST SPOTS + Things to Do & Places to Visit
Mostar Tourist Spots: Top Things to Do and Tourist Attractions in Mostar Table of Contents Mostar, a picturesque city in Herzegovina, is a popular tourist destination in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and natural beauty. Mostar is home to several tourist spots worth exploring, making it a perfect destination for travelers who want to experience … [Read more...]
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort prepares for summer opening
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Exclusive Collection launches Impact Report
UK: Independent hotel group Exclusive Collection has launched its latest Impact Report, which details its 2022/23 ESG initiatives, outcomes and future plans. In 2021, Exclusive Collection achieved B Corp status becoming one of the first hotel groups in the UK to do so. The company is aiming for more than 10 per cent increase in its re-assessment later this year. Highlights from the Impact … [Read more...]
DoveHill Capital launches Opportunity Fund II
US: Hospitality investment and development firm DoveHill Capital Management has launched its Opportunity Fund II. The core strategies of Fund II are opportunistic on- and off-market acquisitions, structured equity, and experiential hospitality in markets with high barriers to entry. DoveHill aims to raise $30 million to further support its strategy. Fund II is founded on the strategies of … [Read more...]
IHCL Expands Its Presence in Ayodhya – Signs Its Third Hotel in the Holy Town
Mr. Puneet Chhatwal MD& CEO, IHCL and Ms. Shilpa Shorewala, Director, KM Vyapar Ltd — Photo by IHCL Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a third hotel in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The brownfield project will be branded as an IHCL SeleQtions hotel. The 150-key hotel, sprawled over 1.3 acres, is at a short driving distance from the … [Read more...]
IHCL Launches Gorbandh Palace, Jaisalmer, Marking Its 200th Hotel Milestone
Gorbandh Palace, Jaisalmer - IHCL SeleQtions — Photo by IHCL Cements the over five-decade long partnership with Shriji Arvind Singh Mewar with their third palace. Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Gorbandh Palace, an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Nestled in the heart of the Thar Desert, the hotel is a mélange of … [Read more...]
IHCL Debuts in Durgapur, West Bengal – Opens Ginger Durgapur, Rajbandh
Ginger Durgapur — Photo by IHCL Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Ginger Durgapur, Rajbandh. The hotel's lean luxe design philosophy allows guests to seamlessly blend work and leisure in vibrant, contemporary spaces. Nestled in the heart of Rajbandh, the 55-room Ginger Durgapur is strategically positioned for convenience, just a brief … [Read more...]
Dubai’s first fitness & recovery hotel to open in February
The inaugural SIRO One Za'abeel hotel by Kerzner International is set to open its doors in February. This marks the debut of Kerzner's new fitness and wellness-focused brand, making it a first-of-its-kind globally. Starting February 1, the hotel's state-of-the-art fitness and recovery labs will be operational, with accommodations available to guests from February 12. Situated within Dubai's … [Read more...]
Motto by Hilton Debuts in Peru with Opening of Motto by Hilton Cusco
The property is a first in South America for Hilton's growing lifestyle brand that helps guests live like a local. Uniting centuries-old legacies with its urban aesthetic, Motto by Hilton makes its much-anticipated South American debut with the opening of Motto by Hilton Cusco. A more than $5 million investment in the center of the Imperial City, the 58-room architectural gem pays homage to … [Read more...]
The Heart of Europe and IHG Hotels & Resorts partner to operate Côte d’Azur Monaco Hotel under the voco brand
The Heart of Europe, Kleindienst Group's flagship project, partnered with IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, to operate the 'Côte d'Azur Monaco Hotel' at The Heart of Europe in Dubai under the globally acclaimed voco brand, as 'voco Monaco Dubai.' This appointment complements The Heart of Europe's ethos, which aligns with The World Island's vision to bring the … [Read more...]
IHG to bring 2023-launched Garner brand to Japan
Following the brand’s launch in August 2023, with its first hotel opening soon after that in Seattle, this milestone marks the first LOI signing for a Garner hotel outside of North America. Plans for brand growth IHG launched Garner in 2023 with plans to bring 500 hotels into the brand’s portfolio over the next 10 years, and 1,000 hotels over the next 20 years. IHG entered into this agreement to … [Read more...]
Minor Hotels Appoints Vijay Krishnan-Vazhvelil as VP of Operations to Drive Expansion
Minor Hotels has named Vijay Krishnan-Vazhvelil as Vice President – Operations, India, effective from December 21, 2023. In this newly created role, Krishnan-Vazhvelil will play a vital part in Minor Hotels’ expansion efforts in India, particularly in launching the group’s first Anantara property in Jaipur and fostering growth across the country. Appeared … [Read more...]
IHG’s voco Brand Partners with Kleindienst Group’s ‘voco Monaco Dubai’
The Kleindienst Group’s flagship project, ‘The Heart of Europe,’ has joined forces with IHG Hotels & Resorts to operate the ‘Côte d’Azur Monaco Hotel’ at The Heart of Europe in Dubai under the globally acclaimed voco brand, now known as ‘voco Monaco Dubai.’ Starting in Q1 2024, the French Riviera-inspired 198-room hotel will offer premium comfort and … [Read more...]
Marriott Expands Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy Brand Globally with New Developments
Marriott International is expanding its Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy brand, with development agreements signed in the United States, Italy, and Saudi Arabia. This announcement follows the recent opening of Marriott’s first Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy property in Puerto Rico. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Diletta Guarino has been promoted General Manager at Six Senses Zighy Bay Oman
Six Senses Zighy Bay has promoted Diletta Guarino to general manager. Guarino, a hands-on hotelier with over 20 years of international luxury experience, initially joined the property in 2021 as resort manager. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
Millennium Hotels and Resorts opens new lifestyle hotel in Doha
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Middle East and Africa (MEA) has announced the opening of Millennium Place Doha, described as a lifestyle sanctuary in the heart of the city and with an emphasis on sustainability as part of the guest experience. Appeared first on: breakingtravelnews.com … [Read more...]
One&Only One Za’abeel – Now Open in Dubai
The leader in ultra-luxury hospitality, Kerzner International has officially unveiled its first urban vertical resort. Now open in Dubai, One&Only One Za’abeel brings all the life, energy, and glamour of the brand’s iconic beach resorts to a captivating cosmopolitan setting, where exceptional dining, innovative wellness and curated experiences create a … [Read more...]
A Guide to Sustainable Practices for Hotels and Resorts
Sustainability Practices for Hotels and Resorts: Tips for Eco-Friendly Practices Table of Contents Sustainability has become a buzzword in recent years, and for good reason. As the world becomes more aware of the impact of human activities on the environment, there is a growing need for industries to adopt sustainable practices for hotels and resorts. The tourism industry is no exception, and … [Read more...]
U.S. Group Revenue Recovery in Q4 Hits 110 Percent
Group business up across key metrics in 4Q2023, providing stability for hotels going into 2024 Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Marriott International Announces Global Growth of Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy Portfolio
Just one year after announcing its intention to expand presence in premium and luxury apartment&style accommodations, Marriott has opened its first property in Puerto Rico and signed agreements in the United States, Italy, and Saudi Arabia Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Hotel Marketing Podcast Episode 251 & The Hidden Dangers of Hidden Fees
Today we will talk about the recent research we just completed that highlights the grave danger of hidden fees and how they impact your overall resort performance. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
AHLA Foundation Hosts 6th Annual Gala to Celebrate Hotel Workforce
Industry's top honor presented to The Nonantum Resort's Colby Bracy, Mark Hoplamazian of Hyatt receives 3rd annual Arne Sorenson Social Impact Leadership Award 2024 NOTS Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]