Building on the success of The Standard, London (2019) and The Standard, Ibiza (2022), the independent lifestyle hospitality brand is extending its presence with new ventures in Brussels, Lisbon, and Dublin. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Archives for 22/02/2024
Marriott El Paso, Texas Completes Phase I of Total Renovation
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Marriott El Paso announced the completion of Phase I of its total renovation that includes all guest rooms and suites. Phase II of the renovation has begun, with a completion date of fall 2024. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Concacaf Teams Up with Hilton As Official Hotel Partner for the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup and 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup
Hilton will offer football enthusiasts unmatched hospitality and best&in&class benefits designed to elevate the viewing experience. Fans can forge new connections at Hilton&sponsored watch parties, immerse themselves in the game's excitement in the Hilton Fan Zone at Concacaf matches and indulge in exclusive Hilton Honors Experience. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
U.S. Hotel Performance for Week Ending February 17th
U.S. hotel performance increased from the previous week, while year&over&year comparisons remained mixed, according to CoStar's latest data through 17 February. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
UNLV William F. Harrah College of Hospitality Students Reveal Top Three Trends from Specialty Food Association 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show
Upcycled and Upscaled, Fruits as Snacks, Non&Alcoholic Comes of Age among Trends from the 2024 Winter Fancy Food Show Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Canada Hotel Occupancy Dipped in January, but Continued Growth in ADR
Transient occupancy fell 3.7% year over year, with most of the decline taking place on the weekends, suggesting that individuals are pulling back on discretionary spending Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
The Critical Role of Leadership in Championing Guest Service in the Hospitality Industry & By Alan Young
In the last several weeks, I've been chatting with many people about the hotel industry's continued decline in guest service. The consensus seems to be that the downturn is due to factors such as the need for passionate hospitality workers, insufficient training initiatives for frontline employees, and the fact that, in some instances, management is more focused on data than on … [Read more...]
Navigating Today's Persistent Labor Shortages in Hospitality & By John Smallwood, President Travel Outlook
How technology can help the hospitality industry traverse these turbulent waters and emerge stronger and more resilient than ever. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Middle East Hotel Construction Pipeline Marks Highest Year&Over&Year Project Growth Since 2018
The region boasts an impressive 11% year&over&year (YOY) increase in projects and a 2% YOY rise in rooms, marking the most substantial growth by projects since Q1 2018. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
American Express Global Business Travel Asks 4 Key Questions for Corporate Travel in 2024
The Consulting team at American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) highlights trends that will shape our industry & and its impact on the wider world & across the domains of pricing, technology, future of work, and corporate responsibility. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Justin Wilson Named General Manager for the MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa in Sonoma, CA
Wilson's career journey is marked by significant achievements and impactful leadership roles at award&winning hotels, holding positions such as Director of Operations at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, and Food & Beverage Director at both Sanctuary Camelback Mountain and Rancho Valencia. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Best Western North Side Inn Opens in Wichita Falls, Texas
Best Western Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the Best Western North Side Inn, located at 1307 Kenley Avenue in Wichita Falls, Texas. The hotel is owned by Nitin Chanana and features 94 guestrooms. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Joern Schwaiger Named General Manager for the The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Resort Collection in Los Olivos, CA
Prior to The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Joern opened luxury hotels around the world, from Dubai to Beijing and Manila, as well as reopening the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
The Bahamas Shatters Tourism Records with Over 9.65 Million Arrivals in 2023
Surpassing all previous records, the nation welcomed a total of 9,654,838 visitors in 2023, marking a historic milestone in its journey as a leading global tourism destination. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Grenada Tourism Authority Announces the CTO's 2024 Sustainable Tourism Conference
Caribbean and international tourism industry experts will explore the '5 Ps for a Legacy of Caribbean Tourism Sustainability' as the theme for the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Sustainable Tourism Conference, which takes place in Grenada from April 22 to April 24, 2024. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Darrell Stark Named Vice President of Revenue Strategy and Sales for Noble House Hotels & Resorts
Stark served as Vice President of Revenue Strategy and Distribution for Noble House Hotels & Resorts for over four years prior to his promotion. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
IHG's Garner Hotels Brand Provides Development Update
Garner hotels & a new midscale brand by IHG Hotels & Resorts & reaches growth milestones with two new U.S. openings in Macon, Ga., and Oklahoma City, Okla., as well as plans for global expansion now underway. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
How Outdated Legacy Systems Can Limit Your Hotel’s Revenue Potential
Outdated systems can pose challenges for businesses that rely on them, as they may be more prone to errors, security vulnerabilities, and lack of compatibility with newer technologies.By Lauren Hall, CEO and Founder of iVvy - 2.22.2024 Despite its fast pace, the hospitality industry has a reputation for being resistant to change when it comes to updating platforms and processes. Many hotels … [Read more...]
STR and 10 hotel chains face lawsuit over “price fixing” for luxury
US: Benchmarking company STR, owned by CoStar Group, along with 10 hotel companies, face a lawsuit claiming that the “exchange of competitively sensitive information” allows operators to set high prices. Seven plaintiffs have filed a lawsuit against STR and its clients for inflating prices within luxury hotel metropolitan markets in the United States. The lawsuit claims: “Competitors in the … [Read more...]
Hilton Shares Record Growth in Caribbean and Latin America
MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton shared a year of growth in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA), entering new markets in 2023. Last year, Hilton opened 19 new hotels and approximately 4,000 rooms in the Caribbean and Latin America, representing more rooms added in the region than in any other year in the company’s history. Hilton’s CALA portfolio is comprised of more than 220 hotels and over 40,000 … [Read more...]
The Fort Pilar Shrine: A Historical Landmark in Zamboanga City
Fort Pilar Shrine in Zamboanga City: A Historical and Religious Landmark Table of Contents Fort Pilar Shrine, also known as Nuestra Senora La Virgen Del Pilar, is a historical and spiritual landmark in Zamboanga City, Philippines. The shrine is a testament to the Zamboanga Peninsula’s rich history and profound spiritual significance. It is a popular tourist destination that attracts visitors … [Read more...]
DOT takes the lead in uniting the global diving community with PHIDEX 2024
Join the Global Diving Community at PHIDEX 2024 MANILA– The Philippines is gearing up for the global diving community’s grand gathering at the Philippine International Dive Expo (PHIDEX) 2024, scheduled to take place from February 23 to 25, 2024 at the World Trade Center Manila in Pasay City. With the theme “Heart of Asia’s Diving: Collaboration for the Ocean Community,” the event, spearheaded by … [Read more...]
Rebecca Billups joins WaterWalk in sales role
WaterWalk has appointed Rebecca Billups as national director of sales – STAY. Having started her career in the extended-stay industry more than 25 years ago, Billups experience includes working under WaterWalk’s late founder and extended-stay pioneer Jack DeBoer in the early days of her career. “We value Rebecca’s longtime commitment to the extended-stay industry and her extensive knowledge of the … [Read more...]
Report: Privacy ranks as top hotel AI adoption concern
According to SOCi Inc.‘s AI Marketing Transformation Index, Part IV, 52% of U.S. digital marketing professionals list privacy as their top concern regarding the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) for hotels. SOCi’s commissioned study of more than 300 digital marketers provides further understanding of AI utilization in marketing and future plans for its use. Part IV focuses on … [Read more...]
RobertDouglas advises Lixi Group on $13.2M Staybridge sale
RobertDouglas has advised Lixi Group on the sale of the 99-key Staybridge Suites Philadelphia/Mt. Laurel to Delco Development for $13.2 million. Located across more than four acres in Mount Laurel, NJ, the 99-room located on the southeast quadrant of the intersection of the New Jersey Turnpike and SR-73. A suburb of Philadelphia and part of the South Jersey region, the Mt. Laurel township is … [Read more...]
Accor reports record EBITDA for 2023
Accord Group, for full-year 2023, reported that earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) surpassed the 1 billion euro ($1.082 billion) mark for the first time in the company’s history, reaching 1.003 billion ($1.085 billion), up 49% year-over-year. “While there were numerous reasons for this success, the solid performances were above all attributable to … [Read more...]
Choice Hotels Reports Q4 and Full-Year 2023 Results
NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2023 results. Highlights include: Total revenues grew 10 percent to $1.5 billion for full-year 2023 compared to the same period of 2022. Net income was $258.5 million for full-year 2023, representing diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $5.07. As a result of one-time items, including … [Read more...]
Middle East pipeline marks record-high project growth
The Q4 2023 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the Middle East from Lodging Econometrics (LE) states that at the close of the fourth quarter, the region’s total pipeline stands at 607 projects/145,984 rooms. The region boasts an 11% year-over-year (YOY) increase in projects and a 2% YOY rise in rooms, marking the most substantial growth by projects since Q1 2018. At Q4, there are 309 … [Read more...]
25 Best Things To Do in Jacksonville, Florida in 2024
Jacksonville is a vibrant city on the northeast coast of Florida. It’s an excellent place to visit because it offers a blend of natural attractions, urban landmarks, and standard touristy things to do. So, it doesn’t matter as much why you’re in the city because you’ll have a good time no matter what it is you like to do in your spare time. The attractions in Jacksonville range from art … [Read more...]
Radisson RED Belgrade Opens in Serbia
Radisson RED Belgrade has opened its doors as a new upscale lifestyle hotel, marking the debut of the vibrant Radisson RED brand in Southeast Europe. Located on Takovska Street near the House of the National Assembly, Radisson RED Belgrade offers a unique blend of tradition and contemporary style, following a complete renovation and rebranding of the existing hotel building. Old Town charm meets … [Read more...]